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Veronica Taylor Spread Delight At GalaxyCon

The excitement was as heavy as a Charizard in the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Aisles and booths of various heroes of every true Millennial's youth littered the convention center with lines extending in every direction. But while all of the celebrities in...

Fashion Bath

When I first arrived in Richmond, I was a college student generally unfamiliar with the area. One of the first things I wanted to locate in the city was a fun new place to shop, where I could find clothes I wanted to wear at a price I could afford. When I stumbled...

Drunk On Dana

This weekend, voice actor Dana Snyder, best known as Aqua Teen Hunger Force's Master Shake, returns to Richmond as the 2022 edition of GalaxyCon takes over the Greater Richmond Convention Center. As soon as I say the name -- Master Shake -- his voice is already...

Everyday Armor For the Modern Adventurer

This week, we're welcoming Verillas to Richmond. This LGBTQ-owned clothing brand, which specializes in creatively designed kilts and boots, was founded in Fredericksburg, but has officially arrived in Richmond on W. Cary St. as of the start of 2022. They're embracing...

As Funny As Possible: An Interview With Annie Lederman

This week I got to talk with Annie Lederman. You may recognize her from Opie and Anthony, as the voice of Cheryl Fawkes on Grand Theft Auto V, her new hit podcast Trash Tuesday with cohosts Esther Povitsky and Khalyla Kuhn, or the comedy stage. I called while Lederman...

Welcome To The Show: A Conversation With Filmmaker Dorie Barton

Independent filmmaker Dorie Barton has only been in Richmond for a couple of years, but she's definitely made an impact. Her latest movie, Welcome To The Show, is the first she's made since arriving in RVA. It features a group of college kids stuck in an immersive...

Ink It Up: Richmond’s Tattoo Party of the Year 2019

Dates: September 13-15, 2019Event Page: rvatattooarts.com Join us for one of the world's oldest tattoo conventions, hosted by the renowned Jesse Smith and Kenny Brown. This year's event promises an incredible lineup of talent and entertainment. Highlights: Tattoo Artists: Featuring both local talents and internationally recognized artists,...

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Criterion Resurrects Paranoid Neo-Noir Classic Klute

Featuring Jane Fonda at her early-70s best, this atmospheric mystery from Alan J. Pakula shines in its new Criterion Collection reissue. Successful producer-turned-director Alan J. Pakula hit a hot streak in the 1970s, beginning with his “Paranoia Trilogy” -- three films with a visceral sense of atmosphere and a Hitchcock-ian sense of voyeurism,...

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Tearing Down Toxic Masculinity with The Art of Self Defense

In his latest film, director Riley Stearns takes on deceptive ideologies to shock audiences with humor and horror.  In our modern age of fast information and lack of fact-checking, it has become easier than ever to indoctrinate and brainwash populations. This is seen in the rise of the Alt-Right in particular, as well as the general rise of...

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Bringing Slow Fashion To A Fast World

In an era of cheap, disposable garments with shadowy origins, Richmond boutique Verdalina focuses on sustainability and personal connection. “I love to look at the inside of clothes and see everything so beautifully finished,” said Deborah Boschen, owner of the clothing store Verdalina. “This is the stuff that excites me… I love something like...

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The Technicolor Horror Of Midsommar

In Midsommar, the horror of a Swedish cult ritual takes a backseat to the horror of a decaying, toxic relationship. Nothing is worse than hanging out with a couple at the end of their relationship. The snide remarks, the palpable tension in the air, the frustrating lack of action. These situations can be unbearable, and only seem worse once the...

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GWAR to Unveil Monument Honoring Dave Brockie at Hollywood Cemetery

Richmond’s legendary intergalactic overlords, GWAR, are set to honor their late founder and frontman, Dave Brockie, with a permanent monument in Hollywood Cemetery, one of the city’s most historic resting places. The unveiling will take place on Friday, August 30, at 2 PM, and fans, friends, and fellow scumdogs are invited to attend and pay their...

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The Souvenir Is A Heartfelt and Insightful Memento

When going back through memories of past events, old friends, and lost loves, it’s easy to get lost in them like a daydream. Trying to remember and re-experience every emotion and sensation like the first time, making sure you can recount as many details as possible. These experiences are not just fun to look back on, but they can also be...

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Tierra Caliente: Stepping Into Another Culture With Solana

This Saturday at Stone Brewing, Solana brings a taste of Mexico to Richmond fashions. This Saturday at Stone Brewing, Solana will be launching a new collection that put the spotlight on Mexico at an all-day pop-up event. Solana is a shoe brand that uses the power of art to promote worldwide solidarity and cultural understanding. Based in New...

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