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FESTIVALS,
EVENTS, Etc.
Next Week
Ongoing
Click here for details on the 3rd Annual Red
Dawg Affair
Don't miss the
Third
Annual Red Dawg Affair presented by Dominion and hosted
to honor the memory of Dr. Conrad McAllister, in support of the Massey
Cancer Center at VCU.
The event takes place Sat., Feb. 24 at the Renaissance Center in
downtown Richmond.
The evening includes includes heavy
hors d'oeuvres, cocktails, a silent auction, raffle, live bachelor
auction (click
here for bachelors and auction items), local celebrities, and
live music by Baby Huey and the Babysitters.
Auction items will include pieces
donated by local artists, special travel packages, products and services
donated by local businesses and private donors.
Click here for more information
and tickets
The Byrd Theatre hosts A
Special Organ Concert featuring Bob Gulledge at 7:15pm Tuesday February
20. 804-353-9911.
http://www.byrdtheatre.com
Washington-area writers Paul
Dickson and Thomas B. Allen will discuss American veterans from the
Revolution to the present in the annual Peple Lecture at University of
Richmond Tue., Feb. 20 at 7pm in the Jepson Alumni Center. Free.
The Edward C. and Mary S. Peple
Library Lecture is held annually to provide a forum for leading writers
and scholars. Edward Peple, who taught English and served in several
administrative positions at the university for 41 years, and his wife,
Mary, were founding members of The Friends.
A native of Yonkers, N.Y.,
Dickson has written more than 45 nonfiction books and hundreds of
magazine articles on topics as varied as ice cream, the American
language, baseball and 20th century history. He is a 1961 graduate of
Wesleyan University, where he was named distinguished alumnus in 2001.
He is a contributing editor of The Washingtonian magazine and consulting
editor at Merriam-Webster Inc.
Allen began his writing career
as a reporter and columnist for the Bridgeport (Conn.) Herald after two
years in the Navy. He became a feature writer for the New York Daily
News and moved to the trade book division of Chilton Books as managing
editor.
His “George Washington,
Spymaster” was selected by the New York Public Library as one of the 100
best children’s books of 2004. The American Library Association selected
his “Remember Pearl Harbor” as one of the notable books of 2001. Allen
is a frequent contributor to National Geographic magazine and served as
associate chief of the National Geographic Society’s book service from
1974–81.
The Fountain Bookstore welcomes
China Mieville
comes to the Richmond Public Library - Main Branch Wednesday, February
21 at 7pm. Tickets are free but required. 101 E. Franklin Street.
http://www.fountainbookstore.com/NASApp/store/IndexJsp
The
Fountain Bookstore, Narnia Children's Books and Creatures 'n Crooks
Bookshoppe have banded together to present China Mieville! Mieville is
the winner of the Arthur C. Clarke Award (twice) and the British Fantasy
Award. He has been nominated Hugo, Nebula and World Fantasy Awards
multiple times as well as the International Horror Guild and a Bram
Stoker awards.
Mr. Mieville is only signing
books. No memorabilia or advanced reading copies. If you already own
books by Mr. Mieville, you may bring in up to three.
Tickets are now available and you can order by phone or internet or
in person.
The Color’s of Life Gala Benefit
Event will be held in the Grand Ballroom of The Jefferson Hotel
Wednesday February 21 at 7pm. Seating is limited and spaces will be
reserved in order of receipt. $200 per person. 202 257 8937.
http://www.the-gallery.it/colors_of_life.html
Organized by The Gallery Art & Design to benefit a community of
Richmond’s children in great need, Colors of Life is a
celebration of diversity. With each artist’s personality etched into
their photographs, Colors of Life brings together some of the
finest emerging and renowned photographers from across the globe, and
provides support and exposure for their talent.
Whether painstakingly crafted or capturing a fleeting moment, this
exhibition illustrates the enormous variety of life by offering a
thorough account of the human experience, and brings to light
humanitarian and social issues currently plaguing many areas of the
world. Thought provoking, exotic, endearing or haunting, the photographs
comprising Colors of Life are an outstanding testimony to the
extraordinary innovation, resilience and vibrant wonder found in our
world.
John Henton comes to the Funny
Bone Feb. 21-25. $17-$20. 804-521-8900.
http://www.richmondfunnybone.com
After nine successful years on
network television, John Henton has established a name for himself as
one of today's leading comic talents. John found a loyal and endearing
following through the lovable and sensible character of "Overton
Wakefield Jones" on the FOX hit sitcom " Living Single," and the loyalty
continued with fans embracing the character of "Milsap" on ABC/UPN's
"The Hughleys."
John's stellar television work
has not gone unnoticed, as he was recognized in 2001 and 2002 with an
NAACP Image Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy
Series. Cleveland born, John's career was given a serious "jump-start"
with an appearance on "The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson" He has since
been a favorite on talks shows such as "Politically Incorrect", "Late
Night with Conan O'Brien", and "Best Damn Sports Show."
Next Week – Jimmy Dore
The UR International Film Series
returns for 2007. Showings Friday at 3pm and 7:30pm; Sundays at 7:30pm
in
Jepson Hall 118. The films are shown in
the original language with English subtitles.
804-289-8453.
http://library.richmond.edu/information/smguides/film_video/int_film.htm
Hawaii, Oslo - February 23 & 25
Norway, 2004 - 125 min. No MPAA Rating
Language: Norwegian
Director Erik Poppe brings
together five stories, creating a patchwork that is both complex and
rewarding. The film chronicles the stories of a worker in a mental
health institution, a convict and his brother, a suicidal woman, and a
new father with a terminally ill baby. The drama of each story captures
the audience. The promise that the stories are somehow related adds
suspense that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Gifted
performances and inspired visual material make it clear why Hawaii, Oslo
was selected as Norway's entry in the 2004 Academy Awards and is
considered one of Norway's best films in years.
This week at ComedySportz:
7115-A Staples Mill Rd. 804-266-9377.
http://www.comedyalley.net
Friday, February 23rd,
7:30 p.m. – ComedySportz, ComedySportz is a fast paced family-friendly
interactive comedy with two teams of act-letes playing for points and
laughs. Tickets are $12 with advance reservation or online ticketing,
$14 at the door. All ages are welcome.
Friday, February 23rd,
10:00 p.m. – Full Contact Improv. In your face improv comedy show made
up on the spot based off audience suggestions. For mature audiences.
Tickets are $10.
Saturday, February 4th,
4:00 p.m. – ComedySportz High School League. It’s the same great
ComedySportz show, but with some of the areas talented high school
students. Tickets are $7
Saturday, February 24th,
7:30 p.m. – ComedySportz. ComedySportz is a fast paced family-friendly
interactive comedy with two teams of act-letes playing for points and
laughs. Tickets are $12 with advance reservation or online ticketing,
$14 at the door. All ages are welcome.
Saturday, February 24th,
10:00 p.m. – Full Contact Improv. In your face improv comedy show made
up on the spot based off audience suggestions. For mature audiences.
Tickets are $10.
The Richmond Antiques
Extravaganza comes to the Showplace Feb. 23-25. $6 adults. 804-225-8877
See over 150 select dealers from
Florida to New England, featuring the finest quality antiques and old
collectibles.
http://www.antextofnc.com/richmond_antique.htm
Henrico County presents the
“Adventure Series: Hiking the Inca Trail” Fri., Feb. 23 at 7:30pm at the
Henrico County Administration Boardroom, 4301 E. Parham Rd.
804-501-5807.
http://www.co.henrico.va.us/rec
Presented by Bob Singer. After
retiring from his practice as a Neurosurgeon, Bob Singer began exploring
the world. He started as the base camp physician for the 1988 Northwest
Everest Expedition that put the first two American women on the summit.
Since then, he has climbed countless summits spanning the globe. Most
recently, he completed a hike along the Inca Trail in South America.
Tonight he will guide us along
his trek, showing possible connections to other civilizations in other
parts of the world. Beginning in Cusco at the Plaza de Armas (the
ancient markets) and the remains of a great Inca city, the Inca trail
leads through the Sacred Valley to Machu Picchu. Along the way, we will
explore unique ecological zones such as a jungle, as well as natural
tunnels, river valleys, and a glacier.
After descending 2000 steps cut
into indigenous rock, we pass through Intipunku (the Sun’s Gate) and see
Machu Picchu just as Hiram Bingham did in 1911 when he found the city
ruins. We’ll explore the magical remains of this city through the
pictures and anecdotes from along the Inca Trail. Offered by the County
of Henrico Division of Recreation & Parks.
Mystery writer Tim Dorsey will be signing
Hurricane Punch
at Creatures 'n Crooks Bookshoppe Fri., Feb. 23 at
7pm. 3156 W. Cary St.
804-340-0277.
Poet Shann Palmer presents a one-woman show, "Expedient Exaggeration” –
poetry, music, and “almost-true stories” Fri., Feb. 23 at 8pm at art 6
Gallery. $5. 6 East Broad St. 804.343-1406.
www.art6.org
http://www.styleweekly.com/article.asp?idarticle=9947
Shann Palmer's one
woman show "Expedient Exaggeration" is a continuation of her wildly
successful show "Champagne Taste on a Beer Budget" from 2005. In poetry,
stories, and music she tells funny and poignant stories of a Texas
childhood and how she was changed by moving to Arizona and then
Virginia. She is a delightful storyteller, superb musician, and award
winning poet. This is an experience not to be missed!
John Tyler Community College
hosts “An
Afternoon in Africa” Saturday, February 24 from noon-7pm at the Nicholas
Student Center at the
Chester Campus.
Ticket reservations are required for all films. For
tickets, please contact
Patrick Tompkins or
804-594-1462.
http://www.jtcc.edu/anniversary/events.html
For the second year in a row,
John Tyler Community College will celebrate the wonders of Africa
through music, art, theatrical performances and film at this free,
exciting community event.
Noon – Films:
Faat Kine
and Keita: The Heritage of
the Griot (a family film)*
2:30pm – Cultural Fair: Film
discussion, music from Mali, children’s story time, Ghana photography
exhibit, art show, theatrical performances, African craft sales and
light refreshments
4pm – Films:
Taafe Fanga
and Sango Malo*
Enjoy “Silent Scream: Four
Silent Horror Film Classics” every Saturday over the next month at 10am
at the Main Richmond Public Library. 2nd & Franklin Sts.
Free.
http://www.rmicweb.org/events/index.html#horror
Complete schedule -
http://www.rmicweb.org/events/events-07/horrorseries.html
February 24
Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror
(dir: F. W. Murnau,
1922, 93 mins., Germany)
An
unauthorized rendition of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Murnau’s
Nosferatu might be the quintessential vampire tale. Here Graf Orleck
(played by the notorious Max Schreck who was reputed to have beena
vampire himself!), is not the slick, debonair icon of Hollywood and Bela
Lugosi (or even George Hamilton), but a fiendish, earthy, repulsive
creature with oversized ears and taloned fingers. Unlike most German
Expressionist films, Nosferatu was largely shot on location and
its landscapes, villages and castle were filmed in the Carpathian
mountains. Other German directors, like Fritz Lang or Ernst Lubitsch
built entire forests and towns in the studio. Murnau would later direct
the acclaimed The Last Laugh/Der Letzte Mann (’24) and
Sunrise (’28)
before his untimely death in a car crash in 1929.
Silent with score.
March 3
The Phantom of the Opera
(dir: Rupert Julian,
1925-29, 98 mins., U.S.)
March 10
The Lodger
(dir: Alfred Hitchcock, 1926, 80 mins., U.K.)
The 2nd Annual Deep Run High
School Winter Guard/Drumline Competition takes place Sat., February 24
from 3-9pm at Deep Run High School Gym. $8.
A display of Colorguard and
Drumline groups competing within the Atlantic Indoor Association,
sponsored by the Deep Run High School Band Boosters
The Richmond Kids' Expo and
Babies Too takes place at the RIR Complex Saturday, February 24 from
10am-5pm.
Visit the Richmond SPCA’s mobile
adoption unit, the Tail Wag’N at Richmond's largest children's expo.
This event showcases products and services for children ages infant
through pre-teen. With a blend of great products to see and buy, fun
hands-on children's activities, contests, prize drawings,
family-friendly entertainment and information workshops this event is a
great place to spend with your kids and visit companies and
organizations that cater to local families.
http://www.specializedexpos.com/.
The Cedric The Entertainer show
at
the Richmond Coliseum Sat., Feb. 24 has been CANCELED.
Refunds on tickets purchased for
the performance are now available at the original point of purchase. If
tickets were purchased over the telephone or via the internet, the
refunds are credited automatically through Ticketmaster.
For additional information or
questions, please call the Richmond Coliseum at 804-780-4970.
http://www.richmondcoliseum.net/event_details.asp?id=64
Albanian filmmaker and actor Edmond Budina will
present his award-winning movie "Letters in the Wind" Feb. 26 at 6pm at
the Byrd Theater. Free.
Prior to making "Letters in the Wind," Budina
worked for many years as a director and actor at the National Theater in
Tirana, Albania. For several years, he also was artistic director of the
National Theater and professor of the Albanian Academy of Dramatic Arts
in Tirana.
Budina is both director and leading actor in the
film, which depicts the heartbreaking journey of a father in search of
his son, who has immigrated to Italy.
The film has competed in 20 international film
festivals, receiving enthusiastic praise and a number of awards,
including "Best Film" in the Austrian Film Festival and "Best
Screenplay" in the Concorso delle Opera Prime Italiane. 804-289-8110.
Poets
Paige Ackerson-Kiely and
Janaka
Stucky will read at Chop Suey Books
as part of the ongoing von
Gribley Reading Series
Monday, February 26th
at
6pm.
Free. 1317 W. Cary St. 804-497-4705.
www.chopsueybooks.com
Mark Holmberg will speak about the people
and places unknown to most area residents Feb. 27 at University of
Richmond at 7pm in Weinstein Hall.
804-484-1600.
http://engage.richmond.edu/about/contact.htm
Holmberg’s program, titled “The Invisible
in Richmond,” is free and open to the public.
Holmberg spent 20 years writing on such
topics for the Times-Dispatch. He joined WTVR earlier this year to cover
breaking news and report and write a blog on the “invisible” Richmond.
NEXT
WEEK
Positive Vibe Cafe's
Guest Chef Series continues Sunday, March 4 and welcomes Chef Jannequin
Bennett of The Jefferson Hotel for a special evening to benefit the GLMD
Foundation & the cafe's training program for people with disabilities.
Seatings begin at 6pm. 804-560.9622. 2825 Hathaway Rd.
www.positivevibecafe.com
Choose from Chef
Bennett's (author of Very Vegetarian) special menu or one of your
Positive Vibe favorites!
Blue Man Group visits the Richmond Coliseum Tue.,
March 6 at 7:30pm. $50-$75.
http://www.blueman.com/.
With their HOW TO BE A MEGASTAR TOUR 2.0, BLUE MAN GROUP embraces the
rules, rituals and raw excitement of that most primal of group
experiences: the arena rock concert! This full production tour features
state-of-the-art concert technology.
http://www.richmondcoliseum.net/event_details.asp?id=55
The Richmond Forum presents
Jim Lehrer, Executive Editor and Anchor of The NewsHour with Jim
Lehrer Sat., March 17 at 8pm. 804-330-3993.
http://www.richmondforum.org
Larry the Cable Guy gets er done at the Landmark Theater Sun., April
29. 804-262-8100. Tickets on sale now.
ONGOING FESTIVALS & EVENTS
The Funny Bone hosts Apollo
Night every Tuesday. $12. 804-521-8900.
http://www.richmondfunnybone.com
Apollo Night at the Funny Bone!
Featuring Comics from HBO's Def Comedy Jam, BET's Comic View, Comedy
Central, and much more. Show begins at 8pm with seating at 7pm. Tickets
on sale now! Purchase them online or call 804-521-8900 to make
reservations! Must be 21 to enter.
The Canal Club presents Hump Night
Comedy downstairs every Wednesday. Dinner is served from 7-9pm and the show
starts at 9pm. 1545 East Cary Street (across from Bottoms Up - Main entrance @
17th & Dock St. facing the canal). 804-643-2582.
Rosie Connolly's Pub &
Restaurant hosts a traditional Celtic Music Session every second and
fourth Wednesday at 8pm. Free. New musicians and singers are always
welcome. Located on the Farmer's Market; 1548 E. Main St.
804-343-1063.
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