Events for July 29, 2019
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Awaken: A Tibetan Buddhist Journey Toward Enlightenment
Power down, unplug, and join a voyage into the visionary art of Tibetan Buddhism. Nearly 100 objects, both historical and contemporary, are drawn largely from two of the country’s most extraordinary collections of Himalayan art: the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and the…
Find out more »“[Work]” Exhibition
Features art created by VisArts faculty, staff, and board members. The show includes examples of ceramics, creative writing, digital media, drawing, fiber, film, glass, jewelry, metal, painting, photography, printmaking and wood. An opening reception will be held on June 21st…
Find out more »The Wiz
Based on L. Frank Baum’s classic children’s novel The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, this fantastical show, set to the sounds of R&B, soul and pop, follows the adventures of Dorothy and her friends as they “Ease on Down” the yellow…
Find out more »Richmond Shakespeare Festival
Quill Theatre presents The Taming of the Shrew under the stars with the backdrop of historic Agecroft Hall. Arrive at 6:00 p.m. for a stroll or bring a picnic dinner to enjoy on the lawn before the show starts at…
Find out more »Polkadots: The Cool Kids Musical
Polkadots follows 8-year-old Lily Polkadot, the first Polkadot to attend the school in the “Squares Only” small town of Rockaway. However, Lily, along with her new friend Sky, a shy Square boy who appreciates her for her unique polkadot skin,…
Find out more »Art Shows
Explore two exhibits of original thought-provoking art: PLAYcation by Jacqui Fehl and Childhood Fantasties as an Adult by Libby Clark.
Find out more »10:00 am
Museum Careers Exploratory Workshop
BHMVA and Oakwood Arts present this exciting program for youth. Teens will learn the ins and outs of exhibition planning, design, and curation through field trips to various exhibitions around the city and learn about museum careers from professionals in…
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