This isn’t your typical Renaissance faire. On Saturday, August 2nd, Warriors in Bloom takes over Agecroft Halll, not to rehash the old, but to reimagine it entirely. Organized by the nonprofit Virago Alley, this one-day festival puts the spotlight on the...
Don’t let the name fool you, the Richmond Jazz & Music Festival, happening August 8–10, 2025, isn’t just about jazz. This year, hip hop isn’t just part of the mix, it’s taking center stage. It’s been moving in that direction for a while, but now the shift...
Richmond’s new Allianz Riverfront Amphitheater has seen packed crowds all summer, but it didn’t feel truly broken in, not until last night, when GWAR and Hatebreed opened the gates and Lamb of God slammed them shut behind a wall of fire and distortion. GWAR,...
Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) is facing scrutiny, both locally and internationally, after withholding the diploma of psychology graduate Sereen Haddad, a 20-year-old Palestinian-American student who completed her degree in three years with highest honors. The...
Why federal arts funding keeps the city’s creative economy alive. by Catie-Reagan King, Ed.D. On any given weekend in Richmond, you can find a stage lit up with stories, some bold and provocative, others warm and familiar. Whether it’s a world premiere at Firehouse...