José González
The Paramount Theater, March 21 Wistful and moving, José González’s soft voice and intricate finger-picking guitar elevate an otherwise indie rock formula with cavernous echoes of folk, classical, and quiet […]
New book details the artistic life and brutal death of Michael Stewart
The New York Daily News once called it “The death that won’t die.” On September 14, 1983, Michael Stewart, a 25-year-old artist and DJ, was taken into custody by a […]
The Virginia Festival of the Book returns with authors, discussions, and stories that inspire
Books are the ultimate means of travel. Through them, we explore the globe, navigate time, and visit alien and imagined worlds. Books immerse us in the experiences and cultures of […]
Richmond Ballet
Founded in 1957, Richmond Ballet became the first professional ballet company in the commonwealth in 1984. Designated as the State Ballet of Virginia in 1990, the premier touring dance organization […]
The Oratorio Society of Virginia
Bass-baritone Kevin Spooner returns following his 2024 work with Charlottesville Opera to join The Oratorio Society of Virginia as a soloist for Ralph Vaughan Williams’ Five Mystical Songs during Together […]
Albemarle High School Jazz Ensemble
A stellar roster of local musicians joins the Albemarle High School Jazz Ensemble for its annual Swing Into Spring benefit concert, an evening of standards, pop, and R&B favorites. The […]
Curtis on tour
March 18, Old Cabell Hall Philadelphia’s Curtis Institute of Music’s touring music program finds a pair of esteemed faculty members and two star students performing at the Tuesday Night Concert […]
Escaping the Dungeon of Fire
Cville Escape Room cvilleescaperoom.com For many of us, the winter doldrums make us particularly susceptible to adventure’s siren song. Answering the call often takes the form of vacations to warmer […]
Indie comic collaborators release a gritty new series
A new independent comic book from local artist Wil Smith and Richmond-based writer Joshua Eadie explores a dystopian near-future through a cyberpunk story packed with gritty pulp action. Southtown, self-published […]
From dice rolls to role-play goals, Charlottesville’s gaming scene is on a winning streak
The world is a lot right now. Headlines scream for our attention, deadlines loom, and the constant hum of daily life can often feel overwhelming. Sometimes, we just need a […]