There’s not much that intimidates seasoned actress Catherine Shaffner – except starring in a one-woman show. And, that’s exactly what she will be doing when Virginia Rep’s production of Erma Bombeck: At Wit’s End opens at Hanover Tavern on March…
In this nasty cold and flu season, actress Bianca Bryan is using every trick she can to keep her voice strong and healthy for her role as the circa 1900s aviatrix daredevil Emily Stilson in Firehouse Theatre’s production of Wings:…
Erik Schneider can’t believe his luck. He landed his first national tour last year and he’s playing the role he’s always coveted – the bawdy Emcee in Cabaret. The show lands at Altria Theater on Friday, and runs through Sunday.…
This year marks the fifth biennial Genworth Lights Up! Youth Open House, hosted by Richmond Performing Arts Alliance. Janet Starke, the organization’s executive director, is excited about the new offerings for kids. University of Richmond, for instance, will be coordinating…
Steve Landes’ fascination with The Beatles started when he was ten years old. His parents and older sisters were huge fans and had memories of when The Beatles first appeared on the scene. “My sisters had posters, the 45s, and…
Billy Dye hopes his celebration Songs from the Soul will prompt conversations about the musical contributions of African Americans. The tribute features a chronological look at African American music through the decades, from spiritual to hip-hop. The show features Anthony…
Anyone who meets Eleanor Robertson can instantly sense her passion for dance. The enthusiastic owner of Rigby’s Jig in Richmond started dancing when she was three years old and has never stopped. She became intrigued with partner dancing – ballroom,…
Santa Claus was a huge part of Jason Marks’ childhood. As a youngster, he watched Santa hand out gifts and connect with kids and families in the community each year. “That stayed with me for a long time,” he says.…
Thirteen-year-old Hallee Wulff and 15-year-old Darius Mealy are in the midst of their three-week run of Richmond Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker. This marks Wulff’s fourth year with the show. She’s been a cook, ginger child, and a party child.…
Anne Wash started preparing for Central Virginia Dance Academy’s presentation of The Nutcracker this summer. Rehearsals began before the school opened its regular session this fall. “It’s definitely all-consuming but I love it,” Wash says of the annul production. “It’s…
