UVA hate crime prevention The University of Virginia Department of Safety and Security and the UVA Police Department have partnered to organize multiple hate crime prevention events. UVA has been a hotbed for hateful criminal activity, from the August 11, 2017, “Unite the Right” tiki torch rally on Grounds, to the more recent noose placed […]
The Oratorio Society of Virginia pairs two contrasting compositions of Latin mass in The Choral Mass: Old & New. First, Gioachino Rossini’s Petite messe solennelle, a large-scale work with “joyful flourishesand masterful counterpoint.” Then, Arvo Pärt’s Missa syllabica, an early example of the Estonian composer’s introspective and meditative musical style. Michael Slon directs, accompanied by […]
The first Asia Weekend for All kicks off with a community celebration of Asian art and culture. Founder and organizer Jing Shui of JSVA Art says the intent of the event is to promote intercultural understanding and build strong relationships through art and culture, while having fun and getting to know more about each other. […]
Successful husband-and-wife duo Suz Slezak and David Wax of David Wax Museum drop their most radio-ready effort yet. You Must Change Your Life is a catchy, hook-heavy reimagining of David Wax Museum’s signature sound—a Latin-infused take on American folk. The record transitions seamlessly from quirky pop anthems, like the album’s title track, to more traditional […]
Albert and Shirley Small Special Collections Library 2450 Old Ivy Rd. “Women Making Books” explores women’s contributions to English and North American bookmaking from the mid-18th to the 21st centuries, “Visions of Progress,” and other permanent exhibitions. Cavallo Gallery & Custom Framing 117 S. Main St., Gordonsville. Original works on paper and canvas by central […]
PCOB gets new director Charlottesville interim City Manager Michael Rogers announced the appointment of Inez M. Gonzalez as executive director of the Police Civilian Oversight Board on Monday, April 17. “We are excited to both welcome Inez to the city and to ensure that our Police Civilian Oversight Board has proper staffing to engage in […]
After 30 years of marriage, a man tells his wife that he is going to leave her. Unperturbed by his declaration, the wife responds mockingly, so he tries again, and again. Edward Albee’s Marriage Play follows Jack and Gillian, the soon-to-be-divorced couple, as they reminisce about the various phases of their relationship—affection, passion, betrayal, and […]
Outdoor music is officially here, with the 35th season of Fridays After Five. The summer lineup pairs area acts, including Kendall Street Company, Beleza, and The Chickenheads, with local nonprofits, which work the concession stands in support of their organizations. This Friday, catch Ramona and the Holy Smokes (above) on the stage for an evening […]
After nearly a decade of silence, The Wallflowers make some noise with Exit Wounds, the band’s 10-song studio offering. The Jakob Dylan-led rock outfit meshes timeless songwriting and storytelling with a hard-hitting and decidedly modern musical attack. Exit Wounds opens with “Maybe Your Heart’s Not in It No More,” a gentle, Americana-inspired song with Shelby […]
Grad students rally for timely pay UVA students and faculty rallied outside Madison Hall earlier this month, while, inside, five representatives from United Campus Workers discussed untimely graduate stipend payments with Executive Vice President and Provost Ian Baucom and his team. Outside, protesters waved signs reading “I just finished my dissertation and I’m here to […]