The Fralin Downtown Film Series screens Art for Everybody, a documentary that digs into the life and work of Thomas Kinkade, the self-described Christian “Painter of Light.” Kinkade’s bucolic landscapes and quaint cottage scenes peppered with overt religious symbolism gained the artist an immense following. But as his professional star ascended, Kinkade’s personal life devolved […]
Weaving together incisive British wit, affective audience engagement, and uncanny extrasensory perception, Peter Antoniou offers an astonishing stage show spreading magic around the world. With a childhood goal of being recruited by the X-Men, Antoniou honed his mind-reading skills studying under tarot readers, psychics, wizards, magicians, hypnotists, profilers, and psychologists. The “America’s Got Talent” alum […]
Multitalented singer, songwriter, performer, and producer PJ Morton brings a whole lot of soul to everything he does. The six-time Grammy Award winner has earned outstanding accolades while selling out venues around the globe. The first Black composer to write an original song for a Disney attraction, Morton has collaborated with icons including Stevie Wonder, […]
The Center at Belvedere 540 Belvedere Blvd. “Belonging,” paintings by Randy Baskerville. Through August. Crozet Artisan Depot 5791 Three Notch’d Rd., Crozet. “Two Takes on Clay,” celebrating two distinct yet complementary approaches to ceramics, with functional pottery by Holly Horan, and imaginative sculptures by John Pluta. Through August. Meet-the-artists event August 8, 11am–1pm. C’ville Arts […]
In a first-time collaboration between Venture Stage Company and DMR Adventures, Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical storms to the stage. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, the production brings together professional performers and student actors to create the magical kingdom of Arendelle. The musical follows Princess Elsa, whose magical powers are exposed when […]
The Barons bring rock sounds ranging from heavy-hitting indie to a lighter fare of introspective love songs to Charlottesville. Formed in 2016, the group consists of lead singer and guitarist Peyton Alley, drummer Mathes Glymph, lead guitarist Josiah Ragland, bassist Kirtland Gray, and saxophonist Jack Peacock. With a signature sound blending beauty and destruction, the […]
Two-time Grammy Award-winner Patty Griffin traffics in the personal and introspective, inviting audiences to shed outdated narratives and embrace living in the moment with a soulful blend of folk, Americana, and blues. Griffin shares intimate moments and universal emotions, while her stellar storytelling, evocative voice, and ability to produce rich and resonant melodies has kept […]
Thunder and lightning may have cut short Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit’s July 26 benefit concert for the Charlottesville Free Clinic, but the sudden storm couldn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the band or its fans. For more than an hour, Isbell and co. poured forth heartfelt hits like “24 Frames,” “Dress Blues,” and “If […]
Virginia Sunflower Fest offers a golden opportunity to celebrate summer. Spend a day surrounded by vibrant blooms as you wander the fields in search of your own perfect bouquet. From picking flowers to snapping pics, the festival provides opportunities for exploration and reflection, with beautiful views and refreshing fare. Saturdays feature a hands-on program with […]
The program that launched the International Indie short Film Festival returns as the Indie short Film Series showcases a selection of brief cinematic works. Featuring seven to nine short films and a panel discussion with visiting filmmakers, the goal of the series remains unchanged: to provide a platform for independent auteurs to share their art […]