Richmond, Virginia, is poised to become a pivotal location for understanding the history of slavery in America with The Shockoe Project, a large-scale initiative dedicated to memorializing the city's role in the transatlantic slave trade and honoring the experiences...
The very talented Hamilton Glass (AKA HAM?) is the featured artist at the next Last Friday Art Show at West Coast Kix. The show is May 25th starting at 6:30 PM. The very talented Hamilton Glass (AKA HAM?) is the featured artist at the next Last Friday Art Show at West Coast Kix. The show is May 25th starting at 6:30 PM. HAM? has been making major...
RVA Fashion Week 2012 took place over the third week in April, ending with a gala finale at the historic Hippodrome Theatre on Saturday, April 21. Continuing with his recent work of documenting the happenings around town, RVA Mag photographer Todd Raviotta was on the scene at the Hippodrome, and brought back a lengthy photoanimation video...
As I sit outside of the Lift Café on a beautiful spring day waiting for artist Hamilton Glass, I can’t help but think how much Broad Street and the arts district in Richmond has changed. Most recently, you would have to be blind not to notice the unleashing of amazing worldwide and local talent and creativity that has been canvassing the Richmond...
The onset of May and the passing of the infamous Coachella have heralded that music festival season is truly in full swing. Perhaps you’re planning to enjoy local festivals this year, are venturing towards greener pastures for your musical experiences, or are such a festival lover that your plans include all of the above. Despite your plans, what...
It's First Friday again here in Richmond, and it's clear from the weather that summer is upon us, arriving early as it does every year in this Southern city of ours. By this evening, the temperatures will still be bearable, though, so come on out and enjoy all the happenings tonight on the First Friday Art Walk! Here are some things to look for...
Deanna Danger's Boom Boom Basics Burlesque Studio are presenting a historic event this Sunday at the Byrd Theatre--the first-ever burlesque performance at this historic movie house! They've put together a great show paying tribute to many of the cinema classics that have graced the screen of the Byrd over the years--early silent films, beloved...
In an era when everyone from your 10 year old cousin to your 92 year old granddad has their own personal cellphone, the amount of time spent on those devices consumes a significant amount of time every day. The cellphone has now become a source of personal entertainment; with numerous games and apps for the devices, you can keep up with your...
This just in--local artist-run gallery and occasional event space Reference Art Gallery will be closing their doors in just about one month's time, and tonight they'll be hosting the opening of their last-ever exhibition. It's always a sad day when a local DIY art space gets shut down, and it certainly comes across as ominous that the event is...
Here's a behind the scenes video documenting the creation of the Hip-Hop Meditation Station, a 3D art piece that has been on display at the G40 Art Gallery and event space (115 W. Broad St.) throughout the 2012 G40 Art Summit. Here's a behind the scenes video documenting the creation of the Hip-Hop Meditation Station, a 3D art piece that has been...
