Meet this week's guest editor, Kyle Epps! As a Richmond native, dedicated land steward, and passionate cultural advocate, Kyle M Epps brings a wealth of knowledge to their artistic practice. A proud graduate of VCU, they have remained a lifelong student of art, history, and science. Their impressive journey spans from published scholar to award-winning artist, with features in a range of publications. Now, married with children, Kyle seamlessly blends diverse interests to inspire and foster greater harmony amongst people and their surroundings.
Take it away, Kyle...
Peter and the Starcatcher at Firehouse Theatre
The hilarious Tony Award-winning play with music, Peter and the Starcatcher, serves as a prequel to the timeless tale of the “Boy Who Would Not Grow Up.” This whimsical adventure delves into themes of greed and despair, along with the unbreakable bonds of friendship, duty, and love, set against a backdrop of marauding pirates. With a cast of twelve actors bringing dozens of unforgettable characters to life, Peter and the Starcatcher dazzles with boundless imagination, whisking you away to a Neverland you never knew.
Explore, learn, and experience holistic health, wellness, and social change at the 21stHappily Natural Day Festival. The festival is dedicated to holistic health, cultural awareness and social change bringing communities together through arts and culture. Celebrate life with live performances, food, vendors, workshops and special guests. This year's festivities feature the globally recognized “Last Poets” and their new mural with a dedicated unveiling.
Vitals:
Happily Natural Day Festival / Saturday, August 31st, 12:00 - 10:00 pm / free / Fifth District Mini Farm, 2227 Wise Street
LGBTQ Richmond Bus Tour
Celebrate Richmond’s Endless Summer of Pride with a romp through the city’s LGBTQ+ scene past and present! Join The Valentine's Director Bill Martin and Beth Marschak, author of Lesbian and Gay Richmond, to explore the people, neighborhoods and events that shaped the gay, lesbian and queer community in Richmond over the decades.
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We're bringing back one of our most popular Grid shop items, an Old Fashioned glass that is anything but old fashioned! Our collaboration with artist Hamilton Glass continues, and features his signature #Whosham RVA logo laser-etched around these double rocks cocktail glasses. Hamilton, with his architectural background and passion for public art, has been prominently featured in Richmond Grid and Here Weekly. We’re thrilled to present this limited-edition product from Grid Supply Co. that highlights his distinctive style.
If cocktail glasses aren't your thing, Grid Supply Co. carries other locally made gifts and handmade items by some Richmond's favorite makers and artisans.
Artist Kyle M Epps is bringing a fresh wave of creativity to the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden with two new immersive experiences. The Blooms of Light AR exhibition transforms the garden into a digital wonderland, where vibrant music and interactive animations capture the essence of growth and transformation. Alongside this, visitors can embark on the Secret Garden Legacy Adventure, a geocaching experience that takes participants on a riddle-filled journey through the garden's historic landscapes. Both experiences offer unique ways to explore the garden, blending art, nature, and adventure.
Kyle will also be exhibiting new work in the BAAAR Group exhibition "Sweet to the Soul and Healing to the Bones," a visual arts show at the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia. This exhibition complements the "Blacks in Medicine - A Prescription for Change" installation highlighting the history and achievements of Black medical professionals who broke down barriers during segregation. Kyle's contributions continue to engage audiences with powerful narratives and innovative artistic expression. Show your support by visiting these exhibitions, purchasing works, and sharing your experience with others to help keep creativity thriving.
