Out Of Your Head Records is back at Artspace for the first Second Monday of 2025 (what?) and we're thrilled to be hosting the DC/Baltimore-based trio Skullcap, featuring Janel Leppin, Anthony Pirog, and Mike Kuhl. If you haven't heard these musicians before we highly recommend checking it out (they are members of Ensemble Volcanic Ash, Messthetics, Janel & Anthony, and more). Scott Clark has a few formations of his new Landscape project, and the most recent trio iteration utilizes pedals and long form songs mixed with improvisation. This promises to be a great night of music!. More information.

OOYH Records Second Mondays @ Artspace
Monday January 13, 2024
2833-A Hathaway Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
Doors at 7:30pm, Music at 8:00pm
$10 suggested donation
Beer + Wine available for purchase

Slam Richmond!

Writer’s Workshop: 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Open Mic: 8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Live and in-person!
Free and open to the public

New Squid on the Block
by Barefoot Puppet Theatre
Run time: 45 minutes. All ages welcome; best for 4 and up.
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It can be hard to make friends. Especially if you have tentacles. Journey to Antarctica as a curious squid seeks connection in the most unlikely of places.  Penguins, orcas, and jellyfish abound in an icy landscape for this heartwarming tale of friendship. Beautifully handcrafted puppets, an original score by Ned Haskins, and a good dose of silliness, combine to create a comedic, wordless performance that celebrates  our ability to create connections, despite our differences.

Details and tickets: RVA Winter Puppetfest

by Barefoot Puppet Theatre
Details TBA
NEW this year: Our festival will feature two workshops on Sunday December 29th and Monday December 30th run by professional puppeteers including Mary Nagler, of Whorls of Wonder Puppet Theater, as well as our first ever Adopt-a-Puppet program, with over thirty puppets to choose from!

by Barefoot Puppet Theatre
Details TBA
NEW this year: Our festival will feature two workshops on Sunday December 29th and Monday December 30th run by professional puppeteers including Mary Nagler, of Whorls of Wonder Puppet Theater, as well as our first ever Adopt-a-Puppet program, with over thirty puppets to choose from!

Happy Birthday, Mon Ami
Created by Alex & Olmsted
Run-time: 55 minutes. All ages welcome
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“...enchanting and exquisite, like a delicious handcrafted chocolate truffle in a gleaming box. As the title hints, we are transported to Paree, er, Paris, to celebrate a special birthday with a fondly awaited guest.”
- Cybele Pomeroy, Broadway World

Class, cultures, and expectations clash when Jacques’ American cousin Sam visits him in Paris for a birthday celebration. Winner of a 2024 Jim Henson Foundation grant award, HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MON AMI combines glove puppetry, live music, and audience participation to create a delightful hour of fun for the whole family.

Details and tickets: RVA Winter Puppetfest

(Photo by Ryan Maxwell Photography)

Little Red & the Gingerbread Man
by Barefoot Puppet Theatre
​2 shows, 10:30am and 1pm
Run time: 45-minutes. Ages 3 and up.

This show combines two well-loved, classic tales to create an original, fun-filled romp through fairy tales. Join Little Red and she pursues a mischievous Gingerbread cookie through the woods to Grandma’s house. Original music, snowy scenery, and everyone’s favorite Big Bad Wolf star in this seasonal favorite for our youngest audiences

Details and tickets: RVA Winter Puppetfest

(Photo by Warren Johnson Photography)

Art, music and complimentary refreshments!

Join us for music, appetizers and a complimentary drink, while you browse lovely artwork.

Surprise someone you love with a piece of art for the holidays! 

SATURDAY! Come catch us at Artspace for a free poetry workshop and open mic!

This will also be our third qualifier round for a spot on our Slam Team for Southern Fried 2025! Don’t wanna compete? Be a judge! Or sit back and enjoy the show.

5:00pm - Poetry Workshop
8:00pm - Slam
Followed by Open Mic

See you there Dec 7th!

Join us from 1:00-3:00 pm for an afternoon of making art!

NO RSVP
Just Come and get creative with us!
Free and Open to the Public

All ages.

Abilities Holiday Pop Up Market
Artspace is thrilled to be a vendor at this special event presented by Natalie’s Restaurant!
Shop, Sip, Support Abilities
Inclusive Gifts, Exclusive Finds

Kenya: My excellent art adventure! Pop-up Art Talk by Carl Patow

What I learned about art and artists during my residency in Nairobi. 
Free and open to the public. 

Enjoy an Opening Reception for our gallery-wide Biennial Members' Exhibition, Thrive!
Coinciding with Artspace’s 36th anniversary in December, the gallery’s signature biennial members’ show takes place from November 22, 2024, through December 21, 2024.

Curated by 1708 Gallery Executive Director Emily Smith, the aptly named THRIVE! exhibit will display the exceptional creative work of Artspace artists, underscoring Artspace’s deep commitment to supporting arts and education in the greater Richmond region.

Free and open to the public.

Figure Drawing sessions every second Tuesday of the month.
$10 donation at the door.
Must be over 18.
Limited space – please arrive promptly.

OOYH Records Second Mondays @ Artspace
Monday November 11, 2024
2833-A Hathaway Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
Doors at 7:30pm, Music at 8:00pm
$10
Beer + Wine available for purchase

Come, bring a friend to paint in acrylic on a 12 x 16" canvas. No previous art experience needed. All materials are included. You will be taught step by step to paint your masterpiece. Canvases will have a pencil sketch of the painting, and we will paint together. You are free to interpret the painting in your style and color. 

REGISTER WITH SUSAN BY 11/8.   SEATING LIMITED
Susan Moncure sutiamo3@live.com

Slam Richmond!

Writer’s Workshop: 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Open Mic: 8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Live and in-person!
Free and open to the public

Join us from 1:00-3:00 pm for an afternoon of making art!

NO RSVP
Just Come and get creative with us!
Free and Open to the Public

All ages.

Learn more about our featured artists in this informal artist talk featuring: Simone Paterson, Megan Nolde, Martha Prideaux, and Katie Shaw and Renée Stramel.

Artist Talks: Saturday, October 26, 2pm
Free and Open to the Public

Artspace presents new exhibitions from October 25 - November 16, 2024. The opening reception, scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024, 6-9 p.m., features artwork by Simone Paterson, Megan Nolde, Martha Prideaux, and Katie Shaw and Renée Stramel. A group exhibition of artwork by Artspace Artist Members will also be on view.

Free and Open to the Public

Opening Reception for Susan Cary’s “Mountain Magic” at Boyd Realty Group

Artspace continues its Satellite exhibition series at Boyd Realty Group, our neighbor in the Stratford Hills Shopping, with an exhibition of paintings by Artspace artist member Susan Cary.

Exhibition Dates: October 25- November 16, 2024
Free and open to the public.

Fuse Ensemble Performs at Artspace

Fuse Ensemble’s concert season Speech and Silence for 2024/2025 includes recent chamber works by Caroline Shaw, Brittany J. Green, Pamela Z, and Gina Biver, and a brand-new work for solo bass by bassist/composer Ethan Foote. The season also includes new video works by new media artist Edgar Endress, and the poetry of Colette Inez. Fuse Ensemble's very special guests include three Richmond artists: bass clarinetist JC Kuhl, and vocalists Ashley Larson and Laura Ann Singh. Opening group will be School Work, with Laura Ann Singh, Jc Kuhl, John Lilley, Bob Miller, Adam Hopkins, Scott Clark!

All materials provided. Bring your curiosity and willingness to explore within. Like fall, we can let go and make room for the seeds of the next season. In a safe space, we listen to and express what is trying to emerge within.

REGISTER WITH SUSAN BY 10/17.   SEATING LIMITED
Susan Moncure sutiamo3@live.com

Fodé Lassana Diabaté is So Hot Right Now

Wednesday, Oct. 16 at 7pm
Doors open at 6:30

OOYH Records Third Tuesday @ Artspace
Tuesday, October 15, 2024
2833-A Hathaway Rd, Richmond, VA 23225
Doors at 7:30pm, Music at 8:00pm
$15 cover
Beer + Wine available for purchase

Music, Movement, and Modern Art!
Steppin' (Basics) Dance Lesson & Social with Thea Paul, Steppin' Out RVA

Figure Drawing sessions every second Tuesday of the month.
$10 donation at the door.
Must be over 18.
Limited space – please arrive promptly.

Slam Richmond!

Writer’s Workshop: 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Open Mic: 8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Live and in-person!
Free and open to the public

Join us from 1:00-3:00 pm for an afternoon of making art!

NO RSVP
Just Come and get creative with us!
Free and Open to the Public

All ages.