Had a wonderful time watching the Richmond Ballet at the Dominion Energy Center! The building…read moreitself is stunning with a public lot right in front and a variety of garages surrounding it, parking was a breeze for our event. Walking in we were greeted by the wonderful attendants and our seats were surprisingly spacious in regards to leg room (we sat center orchestra Row J). Both my partner and I are tall so leg room is definitely a plus. The show was phenomenal and I feel so lucky to get to experience the arts here in Richmond! I would definitely reccomend a show here just for the ambiance alone, the theater inside is stunning with so many things to look at. Definitely arrive the 30 minutes prior to showtime to take in all of the sights.

Nothing is as iconic as the watching the Nutcracker over Christmas at the Dominion Energy Center. I…read moregive the Nutckracker a 5+, the venue - not so much. Why is it that I always feel like I'm taking a flight when I go to see a show. This is absolutely true here as well. I'm at 6'3" and my neighbor was about that wide. To say it was an uncomfortable seat was a crazy understatement. Oh well, taking a cue from a discount airline: pack them in. I wouldn't be cranky if it was just the seat. The Roman empire did better in logistics for shows. Trying to go to the bathroom was a joke and don't even think of getting a drink during intermission. This place is just not laid out for a full show logistics. GO for the Nutcracker. Anything else, might not be worth the squeeze.

Took a guy to the Richmond Symphony (masterworks) -- hair/nails/makeup done, jewels, princess…read moregown... the works -- and he proposed marriage at the end of the night. True story. Now, you don't HAVE to do white tie for the symphony anymore. It's much more accessible these days. But you SHOULD! Or at least black tie. What I'm saying to you is the symphony is an experience. If you have any soul whatsoever, you will be moved. You will be inspired. You will be elevated to heights reserved for the divine. I realize that such high culture to most is seen as a luxury, but it's a luxury that we all deserve. If the masterworks is beyond your grasp, do a pops. The Richmond Symphony has something for everyone, and they do a good job of programming to meet different interests. They even have a Lolli"pops" for kids! Go. You're worth it.

Who knew the symphony could be so entertaining! In an effort to get out and do more unique…read moreexperiences in Richmond, my mom and I decided to go to our very first symphony concert. What caught our attention was that it was a night of John Williams music, who you may recognize as the genius behind the Harry Potter, Star Wars, and ET scores. We're both obsessed with Harry Potter and Star Wars so this was the perfect opportunity to get our feet wet. They sent us an email the night before letting us know that it was a sold out show so the traffic would probably be bad. We pre-purchased parking in a nearby deck and off we went. I'm happy to report that logistically, the night couldn't have been better. We got a spot in the deck with no problem and walked up to the Carper Theatre. As we approached the building, we saw Star Wars characters outside greeting the people! How awesome. Yes, I am a child at heart and this brought me so much joy! I'll never grow up if I can help it! We took pictures with Darth Vader, Storm Troopers, R2-D2, and so much more. We got to our seats (which were in the pit section and super comfortable) and soaked up every minute of talent and beautiful music. My jaw was pretty much on the ground the entire time. I'm in awe of anyone who can play an instrument that beautifully, much less an entire symphony in perfect sync! Hearing the songs in the movies is one thing, but nothing compares to hearing them in person. I'll never forget this night and I can't wait to go back again and again.

This is a wonderful FREE community arts venue with a different focus each night of the week. I…read moredon't know all of the nights, but I do know Saturdays are for poetry slam (the home of Slam Richmond youth and adult teams which both actively compete nationally), Sundays are for theatre and Mondays are for movies. Heather Falks, a VCU grad student, is the curator for Sundays at the Shop, and she's doing some amazing things there with theatre workshops, staged readings, etc. Slam Richmond is legendary and welcomes talent of all ages, colors and creeds on the open mic. They also display the artwork of local artists on the walls. Very welcoming and community focused art venue that welcomes your participation. If you go for the first time, it might be hard to find. It's right across from Plant Zero in a brick building. There's no signage, but The Shop is written on the door. Have fun!

Caught a show at The Canal Club in Richmond last week for the first time, and it was such a fun…read moreexperience. From the outside, the building has this classic warehouse vibe that fits right in with the historic feel of the area. There's a big sign so you can't really miss it, and the overall look is super inviting if you're into that old-school industrial style. When you up to the entrance, you'll go up the stairs to find the staff checking your tickets. Once you're inside, the place opens up into a big, open floor plan with a solid mix of standing room and a few spots to sit along the wall. The layout works well for concerts, the sightlines are good, and everything feels close to the stage even if you're not right up front. The inside keeps that warehouse feel going. It's exposed brick, high ceilings, just a bit gritty in a cool way. The bar is off to the side and stretches pretty long, so grabbing a drink was quick! Bartenders were friendly and the drink selection covers the basics. Nothing wild, but you'll find everything you need for a good night out. I went to see Jutes for the first time, and it was such an awesome show. The energy in the room was electric, and the sound quality was surprisingly clear for a venue this size. Everyone seemed to be having a great time, and you could feel the crowd's excitement the whole set! This was definitely a solid spot for live music in Richmond. I love a small concert venue, and would definitely go back for another concert!

Great venue for live music in RVA! I came here on a Friday night to see a lineup of metal bands…read more Getting in was seamless: I.d., a wristband, and bag scan since I brought my Fanny pack. There's a full-bar, but they didn't have any non-alcoholic beer options, only sodas and a couple of juices. I was upstairs, but they do have a downstairs section of their venue. I will be going back.

I love to visit Art Works Inc. I almost always come home with something even if it's a note card…read more Many arts have studios at Art Works others have mini galleries inside the gallery. As a result, you can find art in varied media as well as a wide- range of price points.

I recently visited ArtWorks Inc located in Richmond. While parking is a bear, find a spot and enjoy…read moreArtWorks. There are a variety of artists housed in the space and it is great to wander the halls and discover treasures. There is also a main gallery which houses a show on the regular. Everyone we met there was welcoming and happy to see us. Artwork featured there was varied in price so you could easily find gifts for someone or for yourself without breaking the bank!

5 minutes ago NEW…read more Carmina Burana was the most beautiful piece of artistry I've ever witnessed. The choreography exceptional, the ballet company breathtaking, and the orchestra, choir, tenors, and soprano absolutely jaw dropping. I cannot wait for my next Richmond ballet performance. Thank you, thank you, thank you for bringing such beauty to us.

We went to see The Nutcracker and the performance was beautiful and at times funny! Loved it. The…read moreonly recommendation is that the little sheep should have taken a bow at the end too!

This place has fabulous wearable original artwork! There's even more stuff on the website! But it's…read morecool to see the stuff in person before you buy. Brian is great about adding new pieces and designs all the time! I don't know where he gets his energy. PLUS, there's an awesome brewery next door and lots of other talented artists and craftsmen/women in the vicinity. Come check out Crafted every weekend!!

I'm so excited that this brand opened up a physical shop. I only have one piece of theirs but I…read morefollow Brian's artwork on IG and Twitch and I'm always impressed with the way he turns them into apparel. I've definitely got my eye on those boots so I guess now I can try them on! That's pretty cool. Congrats, Brian!