Leslie Klein didn’t know that learning how to sew at the age of sixteen would one day lead to a successful art career, one that would turn her sewing expertise…
Author: Joan Tupponce
Joan Tupponce
An award-winning writer based in Richmond, Joan Tupponce is a parent, grandparent, and self-admitted Disney freak. She writes about anything and everything and enjoys meeting inspiring people and telling their stories. Joan’s work has appeared in RFM since the magazine’s first issue in October 2009. Look for original and exclusive online articles about Richmond-area people, places, and ideas at Just Joan: RVA Storyteller.
Inspiration comes in a variety of forms for actor and playwright Bo Wilson. In the case of his new world premiere of Bonnie and Claire, opening this Friday at…
What makes RVA Coffee Stain Doug Orleski tick? And why is his Richmond-themed art so popular?
Stay-at-home mom Sarah DeShazo always dreamed of having her own bakery. Now that dream is reality. In 2019, she and her husband, Jon, opened Sugar Sweet, a bakery and boutique…
Look for Altria Theater to really light up the night when Broadway in Richmond brings its 2022-23 season to town. “This season is our biggest season yet,” says Cindy Creasy,…
The musical Fiddler on the Roof couldn’t be more relevant in the world today. “It is set in Ukraine,” says Jack O’Brien who plays Fyedka, a Russian, in the…
Acting out the roles of a couple in love in Virginia Repertory Theatre’s production of Dear Jack, Dear Louise won’t be a stretch for husband and wife acting duo Lydia…
From the first familiar note that mystic Rafiki belts out to the heavens as Disney’s The Lion King begins at Altria Theater, you know you’re in for a magical experience. …
The pandemic taught Mike Lindsey and Kimberly Love-Lindsey how to be better business owners through a less-is-more contact concept.
Aaron Nelson is happiest when his wife and two children, ages ten and five, accompany him on the road, something they did for many years. With his most recent tour…
Shy and not too sure about learning new activities, four-year-old William needed the support of his mom Kristy when he first started classes at River City Inclusive Gymnastics (RCIG). William…
For David Bridgewater, the biggest deciding factor to participate in any show comes down to the script. “Well-written, compelling scripts are hard to come by. A Doll’s House, Part 2…