Teresa Gigante founded Ball of Fire Entertainment, a local trivia company, in January 2022, to help give her husband Mike a platform for a fun hobby!
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.
“Sun Seekers,” by Rachel McRady of Richmond, explores Alzheimer’s and its impact on a family from a child’ perspective. Pick it up at local booksellers!
Stefanie Londino stars in “Annie” from Broadway in Richmond, playing Altria Theater January 16-21. Read why her performance as Miss Hannigan is not to be missed.
A bout with H1N1 flu wreaked havoc on the tiny system of Sarah Bloom’s daughter, who now lives with extraordinary health challenges. Sarah shares Marian’s story.
Jan Guarino, who’s having a blast in “The Silver Belles” at Virginia Rep through Dec 31, says there’s one part of her role she finds particularly challenging.
“Cabaret,” showing at the Weinstein JCC through December 17, stars Robert Fix as Emcee. Joan chatted with Robert about the role and the musical’s impact.
Joan interviewed the Grinch about his visit to Richmond to star in “Dr. Seuss’ How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical” at Altria Theater.
From portraying the lovable Drifty onstage to making time for special meet-and-greet time, Joy Williams has helped kids have happier holidays for decades.
Saxon owner Gary Weiner is ready for life after shoes! Long-time family business has been sold to another family, and will go on as Saxon Shoes.
Director Todd D. Norris brings this fast-paced, approximately one-hour show exploring the origin of Santa Claus to the Virginia Rep Center stage.
Chris Beach launched the Father Christmas program to help area dads make the holidays an extra special time of year for their families. Nominate a special dad!
Sarah Bloom wants you to know how you can support families with kids who have serious health challenges by eating cookies. Learn about Baking Memories 4 Kids!
