Universal Studios set the tone for the icons of horror
In the 1930s and 40s, Universal Studios produced a series of horror films which remain some of the best and most popular examples of the genre. Tod Browning’s Dracula and James […]
C’ville Art Blog: The Whimsical World of Jessie Meehan
The Firefish Gallery is currently showcasing a collection of works by local artist Jessie Meehan that approaches painting in a refreshing and imaginative way. The body of work, titled “Tiny […]
ARTS Pick: Pearl Jam
Since the late ’80s Pearl Jam has been rocking out the grunge genre it helped to define. The benchmark of the Seattle scene is currently touring on its tenth album, […]
ARTS Pick: Neko Case
The prolific solo artist and front woman of The New Pornographers performs to support her seventh studio album, The Worse Things Get, The Harder I Fight, The Harder I Fight, […]
ARTS Pick: Mainstage One
Charlottesville Ballet’s Mainstage One mixes classic and eclectic dance pieces “Grand Pas de Deux” from Don Quixote and the “Odalisques Pas de Trois” from Les Corsaire together with new choreography […]
The Cold War Kids refine their spin on indie rock
The Cold War Kids are kind of like leftovers from a good restaurant in the back of your fridge. You remember them being tasty, but you forget to eat them […]
ARTS Pick: Joseph Aaron
There’s a musical homecoming on the calendar this weekend, and it’s happening outside of the UVA Grounds. A former Charlottesville fixture who’s now a Nashville newbie, Joseph Aaron returns to play at […]
ARTS Pick: Squeaky Clean Comedy Tour
Suitable for all ages, the Squeaky Clean Comedy Tour provides the giggles of a typical comedy routine while staying family-friendly. The laughs are supplied by Rich Praytor, one of the most popular […]
ARTS Pick: Klezmer Ensemble
Led by musically accomplished UVA professor Joel Rubin, the Klezmer Ensemble explores Jewish and eastern European musical traditions across centuries. Chief among these is a style developed by the eastern […]
Mobile sculptures promote balance at Buford Middle School
On Friday, Buford Middle School held a dedication ceremony for four new permanent artworks installed at the school, made by students as part of the Mobile Arts Residency Program with […]