How UVA helped this Hoo find her place behind the camera
Although she grew up acting onstage and on screen, Tori Kotsen long suspected her future in entertainment would be behind the scenes.
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New Fralin exhibitions explore the meanings of independence
A set of new exhibitions at The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia explores the legacies of Thomas Jefferson and the signing of the Declaration of Independence through contemporary and historical perspectives, in the United States and abroad.
He was diagnosed with ALS. Now, he’s making his final film
Filmmaker Chris Farina filming his final documentary. UVA alumnus and filmmaker Chris Farina works on his latest, and final, documentary, “Death Becomes Us.”
She left Appalachia for Harvard. Her journey eventually led to UVA
Emilee Lacy’s journey from her Southwest Virginia hometown to the University of Virginia took a far more circuitous route, taking her through a teenage engagement to a man who would be arrested for sex crimes, a Harvard University degree and a deep depression.
From handwoven art to AI, UVA helps preserve Guna culture
Guna women and girls have been weaving molas – a kind of textile – since the mid-19th century. Making molas, whose patterns and colors can vary widely, is a critical cultural practice and means of exchange.
‘Political resistance and cultural pride’: celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month, an opportunity to celebrate the heritage and cultures of Hispanic and Latino communities in the United States.
FILMMAKER JAMES GRAY TO RECEIVE VIRGINIA FILM FESTIVAL OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTING AWARD
The Virginia Film Festival (VAFF), a program of the University of Virginia, announced today that acclaimed writer-director James Gray will receive its Virginia Film Festival Outstanding Achievement in Directing Award in recognition of his distinctive body of work and enduring contributions to global cinema.
NATHAN LANE TO RECEIVE VIRGINIA FILM FESTIVAL VISIONARY AWARD
Lane will be honored at the 39th annual Virginia Film Festival, taking place October 21–25, 2026, in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Arts This Week: Lemniscata Exhibition at Ruffin Gallery
Fishman’s solo exhibition Lemniscata is currently on display Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Ruffin Gallery.
Charlottesville music community mourns loss of local radio pioneer
Chuck Taylor, the longtime WTJU general manager who led the radio station into a new era, passed away on August 11.
WTJU Jazz Marathon Celebrates Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Today's Live Jazz
WTJU 91.1 FM will devote a full week to jazz and blues during its 2026 Jazz Marathon, airing September 28 - October 4. This year's marathon deeply explores the music of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in the year both artists would have turned 100, alongside seven live concert broadcasts featuring jazz & blues musicians from our region.
Virginia Film Festival Announces 2026 Virginia Filmmaking Lineup
The Virginia Film Festival has announced its 2026 Virginia Filmmaking Series for its upcoming 39th year, set for October 21-25 in Charlottesville, VA. This year’s Virginia Filmmaking lineup will include documentaries, features, and short films from across the Commonwealth, including the World Premiere of 1 15 41 Tragedy to Triumph.