Henrico Theatre Company to present ‘Das Barbecü’ May 3-19 at CACGA

May 03 2013 - Wagner’s Ring Cycle is spun as a witty Texas fable, Times vary, $8 to $10
Henrico Theatre Company will present “Das Barbecü” May 3-19 at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, 2880 Mountain Rd. Wagner’s Ring Cycle is spun as a witty Texas fable with five actors playing more than 30 outrageous characters at breakneck speed. Songs run the gamut from Broadway to Texas swing, from jazz to country western. Thursday through Saturday performances are at 8 p.m.; Sunday matinees begin at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for students and seniors age 55 and older. For details, call 261-ARTS or visit http://www.artsglenallen.com

Crossroads Art Center to display artwork from VHBG students through June 17

May 17 2013 - The exhibit features sketches, pop art and sculpture, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Free
Artwork by Virginia Home for Boys and Girls students will be on display through June 17 at Crossroads Art Center, 2016 Staples Mill Rd. The opening artist reception will be held from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The exhibit features sketches, pop art and sculpture. Attendees will have the chance to meet VHBG student artists and learn what inspires them to create their work. For details, call 270-6566 or visit http://www.crossroadsartcenter.com

Stavna Ballet to perform at Henrico Theatre

May 19 2013 - Reservations are required, 2 p.m., Free
The Stavna Ballet will perform at 2 p.m. at Henrico Theatre, 305 E. Nine Mile Rd. Admission is free but reservations are required. For details, call 328-4491 or visit http://www.henricorecandparks.com

The Schools of the Latin Ballet to present ‘The Jewel Heart’ May 31 to June 2

May 31 2013 - The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, Times vary,
The Schools of the Latin Ballet will present “The Jewel Heart,” a performing arts interpretation of the magical and poetic story by Barbara Helen Berger, at 7 p.m. May 31 and at 2 p.m. June 1-2 at The Cultural Arts Center at Glen Allen, 2880 Mountain Rd. For details, call 356-3876 or visit http://www.latinballet.com

Community

Indian flair

Photos by Roger Walk for the Henrico Citizen 05/16/2013

Children perform during the India Spring Fest, held April 27-28 at the Hindu Center in Glen Allen. The event featured traditional Indian food, shopping and entertainment for children and adults. > Read more.

Spirit of Habitat

Photo by Patty Kruszewski/Henrico Citizen 05/15/2013

Spirited Art Richmond held a painting class May 5 for Hanover Habitat for Humanity families to paint their own artwork as a final touch for their new homes. Among first-time homeowners painting The Klimt Circle tree (which doubles as a ‘family tree’) were (left to right) Janet Payne, Gwen Stockman of Hanover Habitat and Payne’s daughter, Ashley Payne. Spirited Art is located in Short Pump at West Broad Village. > Read more.

DRMD hopes to hit million-dollar mark

Citizen Staff Reports 03/11/2013

Deep Run High School’s 2013 Marathon Dance, a student-run function that aims to raise money for organizations around the community, will be held March 15-16 in the school’s gymnasium. In its seven-year history, the dance has raised more than $863,000, and this year the students’ goal is to break the $1 million mark. The event has progressed from a small dance in the high school gym to an event that brings the entire community together. > Read more.

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Entertainment

Restaurant watch

05/16/2013

Find out how your favorite dining establishments fared during their most recent inspections by the Virginia Department of Health. > Read more.

Wine, for the win

Popular Short Pump spot offers upscale comfort, flavors

05/06/2013

The Wine Loft opened in West Broad Village in January 2010, offering a full bar with wine, beer, spirits and a kitchen with tapas-style snacks. It offers a seasonal patio area along Whittall Way. Its walk-in wine “humidor” in plain view from the bar offers more than 85 wines by the glass ($6-$65) and about 250 by the bottle ($28 and up), with some emphasis on Italian wines. Culinary trained chefs plus partnership with Culinard (Culinary program of Virginia College). > Read more.

Restaurant watch

05/02/2013

Find out how your favorite dining establishments fared during their most recent inspections by the Virginia Department of Health. > Read more.

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