Of all the things that I have been able to do and write about, being able to write the phrase “How the Big Gay Gameboy Was Conceived” is probably at the top of the list. The Big Gay Gameboy and about eight other exhibits are wrapping up their last week at The Iridian...
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The Heart of Tyler Martin’s ‘Candice’ Is Intimacy and Vulnerability
Candice is a short film by Tyler Martin showing at the Richmond International Film Festivalnext week. Here is our interview. Christian Detres: Let’s talk about Candice. How long has this story been rattling around in your head? How long did it take from the moment you thought about this character, to the point...
Tegan and Sara, Richmond Does Cohen & Illiterate Light: This Week’s Sound Check
As everyone gets back to the grind, the musicians are on it too playing shows all over town and pumping out new tunes for the public's awaiting ears. Virginia Pride is this weekend, and not only is it going to be a wonderful weekend celebrating a culture and community that makes Richmond so unique, it is also going to be full of parties and...
Goad Gatsby’s Dystopian Update For September 2023
Tracking the far-right extremists of Virginia. Explore his latest reporting HERE. Family behind proposed “Sage’s Law” files lawsuit. Earlier this year, Delegate Dave LaRock carried the bill that passed the House of Delegates by a partisan 52-48 vote but later died in a Senate Committee controlled by Democrats. This bill would...
In the Heat of the Night Vol. 12: Neon Love Letter
Raise a Bingo Lager! to the electric pulse of our nightlife -- a frenetic dance fueled by the characters that make our scene a hotbed of unadulterated fun. Meet our photographer, Jody Adams, a fellow who's been pounding the pavement after-hours for months, with his camera capturing all the nocturnal magic our town has to offer. There is a...
Hadad’s Lake For Sale! A Tribute to Richmond’s Ragtag Disneyland
It's not every day a piece of a city's soul is put up for sale and we are a few weeks late on this piece of news. But here we are, at the edge of Hadad’s Lake, looking back at the ripples of history and community connection that this place has fostered over the years. In 1965, Dorian Hadad's father, Ronald Sr., along with the money he earned...
In the Heat of the Night Vol. 11: Summer Lovin’
In the city, partying isn't the only thing heating up the summer nights. Love and friendship is in the air. Enter Jody Adams, our relentless photographer, who's been out there documenting everything he sees, from the booming horns of NO BS! Brass at The Broadberry's Jam Packed After Party to the captivating glances and fleeting connections...
‘Hang Up’ Unleashes Unseen Chemistry in New Reality Dating Show
In the bustling world of reality dating shows, where drama and theatrics often overshadow genuine connections, Hang Up emerges as a breath of fresh air. This chatty and captivating podcast, which stars Richmond bartender Maxine in season 1, has fun with the genre by focusing on authenticity, inclusivity -- and a unique twist of mystery....
Cooperative and Queer: House Of Wands is A New Chapter for Richmond’s Tattoo Culture
Walking into House of Wands, down in Shockoe Bottom, feels immediately like walking onto the set of Practical Magic: high ceilings, dark wood, and even a large print of Morticia Addams tucked away in the corner. No Sandra Bullock to be found, but we'll let that slide. Opened in July of this year, House of Wands was founded by Fronkie L’Heureux...
boygenuis’ Lucy Dacus Calls Out Obama As A War Criminal
A bit of Richmond music news making national headlines this morning. Music fans in Richmond, and we at the mag, have a well-documented love for Lucy Dacus, a homegrown talent. But apparently, she shares no love for former President Barak Obama. Each summer, the former president curates a diverse and eclectic playlist showcasing his musical...