History and Poetry Meet in ‘A Standing Witness’
Some of the most important events of the past six decades will play out in the University of Virginia’s Old Cabell Hall on March 21 and 23.
Team Pursues Virtual, Physical Historic Preservation of Disappearing Black Schools
Jody Lahendro and Will Rourk are on a mission to preserve history.
Krispies Transcend Musical Boundaries with Their Unique Sound
From beginning to end, the seven talented musicians delivered an unwavering performance filled with diverse sound, passion and fun.
Radio Music Society Transforms Mainstream Melodies With Symphonic Strings
As thousands packed in front of the Rotunda for the treasured Lighting of the Lawn ceremony, a festive tune began to permeate students’ chatter. It was Kelly Clarkson’s “Underneath the Tree,” but instead of brass or voice driving the song, it was a string quartet — a four-person ensemble consisting of two violinists, a violist and a cellist.
New Works Festival Is a Triumph in Student-Led Productions at U.Va.
On a busy Thursday night on Arts Grounds, the student-led, annual New Works Festival opened with resounding success.
Arts on the Hill: UVA Bluegrass
Arts on the Hill: Golden Hour with David Wax Museum & Lowland Hum
This UVA Alum Is Heading to the Oscars – Again
Mark Johnson started his journey in the film industry in front of the camera, but his career took off once he moved behind the scenes. The 1971 University of Virginia alumnus grew up in Spain and was booked as an extra for a few British and American movies, but found he enjoyed his gigs as a production assistant more than he ever liked being on camera. Plus, he admits, he wasn’t a very good actor. After graduating from UVA, he went to the University of Iowa, eventually earning a master’s degree in film scholarship. “I just fell in love with the romance of making movies,” Johnson said. “I never thought that it could be a career.”
UVA Drama Continues 2023-2024 Season with 'The Green Bird'
Spotlight on Light House Studio
The youth nonprofit film center serves as a beacon of creativity for the Charlottesville community.