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Fair Verona: A Standout All-Girl Band at U.Va.
Among a plethora of student bands, from fraternity bands to cover bands, one made entirely of female musicians sets itself apart from the rest, Fair Verona.
U.S. Navy Band the Commodores Stunningly Pay Tribute to Duke Ellington and Sarah Vaughan
Students and Charlottesville locals filled Old Cabell Hall Sunday evening, eagerly waiting for the arrival of the Commodores, the United States Navy’s premier jazz ensemble.
Jack Stepanian Steps into the Spotlight of the Charlottesville Music Scene
While he has always loved performing, Stepanian said his recent top priority has been cultivating his own unique sound by creating and releasing original pieces.
Empowered Players Gives Children a Place to Grow Artistically and Personally Through Free Theater Classes
University alumna Jessica Harris founded and serves as the artistic director for the nonprofit organization.
Niamh Kierans’ “Precipice” Captures the Feeling of Change
In her second album, the first-year tells a story of identity, insecurity and love, underscored by the theme of personal change.
Live Reading April 7: “She Wrote Plays” Audio Drama Series
What if women wrote great plays but everyone forgot about them? Even though their themes remain super relevant? WTJU 91.1 FM and UVA Drama present “She Wrote Plays” – new takes on works from a century ago by forgotten women playwrights. Charlottesville-based playwrights, tech producers, and actors have taken these old scripts and adapted them into modern radio dramas.
UVA Alumna Helps Others Break Through the Glass Ceiling
Inspired by a groundbreaking female leader, University of Virginia alumna Shannon Nash is now sharing the story of Black women climbing the corporate ladder in her latest film, “OnBoard.”
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.