Thanksgiving week means a lighter TV schedule, except for many, many hours of holiday programming. In non-holiday choices, a famous horse story gets reimagined and a popular romance drama returns for season two.
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A famous skier and her dog host a competition, an author’s moving letter to his son is dramatized and an iconic funnyman is the subject of a deeply personal documentary.
This week, it’s some early Christmas cheer from Netflix, a new series from David E. Kelley and two ways to watch British royalty.
“Rebuilding Paradise” explores the aftermath of the 2018 Camp Fire in California.
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November presents the opportunity, as a country and as individuals, to reflect on our country’s direction and then exert our power of choice through a vote. As of this writing, the Presidential election outcome is unknown, but we know that the arts are a vital part of our local, state, and n…
Gifted with a knack for smart observational humor and a spontaneous wit, Paula Poundstone has been a top comedian since first making it big in the early ’80s.
Fans of the golden age of the turntable are in for a real treat, as Signature Theatre is offering Signature Vinyl, a filmed concert of 26 local singers and musicians performing the hits of Stevie Wonder, The Beatles, Carole King, Marvin Gaye, Berry Gordy, Joni Mitchell, Elton John and more.
The chilling legend of the Amityville Horror has been part of terror lure ever since Jay Anson authored the best-selling book about the paranormal experiences of the Lutz family in 1977.
Thanks to a lightning-fast wit honed through years of working improv, Baltimore-based comedian Tommy Sinbazo is one of the area’s funniest guys around and has kept those in the Washington D.C. region laughing since entering the comedy scene more than a dozen years ago.
Writer-director Scott Frank had only written and directed one film of note before tackling this seven-part Netflix series - the 2007 movie “The Lookout.” But among the great scripts he’s turned out are “Out of Sight,” “Minority Report,” and “Logan.” His script for “The Queen’s Gambit” comes …
Azure Wolf will play outdoor concert
Let me not mince words here. Even if you're an admirer of photojournalism, or believe that a picture is worth a thousand words, or you can appreciate how much work, skill - and sometimes luck - it takes to get a still shot that tells a good story, this documentary about former White House ph…
The popular ’90s brother-based trio will offer a series of livestream concerts
Fall is underway and most of our life continues to be online. The new normal has us exploring creative endeavors and rethinking our plans. For ArtsFAirfax, our annual Arts Awards celebration moves to October 15, 2021, but there are many opportunities to live, work, and play in the arts this …
Having been out of action since mid-March due to the pandemic, NextStop Theatre Company was looking for a way to bring theater patrons back safely and offer the chance to some of its performers to get in front of people again.
The first words in Gloria Steinem's Website (www.gloriasteinem.com) sum her up as "a writer, lecturer, political activist, and feminist organizer." The new film "The Glorias," directed by Julie Taymor ("The Tempest," "Across the Universe") and cowritten by Taymor and newcomer Sarah Ruhl, exp…
DC favorites happy to be playing live
Somehow, in the midst of a global pandemic, there was indeed a Toronto International Film Festival this year, running from Sept. 10-19. And yes, even though Americans aren't currently allowed to cross the northern border, I attended. Well, not physically. I did TIFF 2020 virtually.
Local musician Cat Janice brings her band to a benefit concert at Jammin Java
Explore some of the favorite (relatively) recently published books recommended by the collections staff at Fairfax County Public Library.
Illiterate Light release live performances as part of its new “In the Moment” series
"Mulan"Written by Rick Jaffa, Amanda Silver, Elizabeth Martin, Lauren Hynek; directed by Niki CaroWith Yifei Liu, Yoson An, Li Gong, Jet Li, Jason Scott Lee, Tzi MaRated PG-13
The Johnny Artis Band will play its first gig since the pandemic began
Creativity allows us to think, explore, and develop beyond the physical walls of confinement. While the last few months have physically restricted us, it has also presented an opening to explore creative opportunities or fine-tune long term pursuits. For professional creatives or those about…
The show will benefit Loisann’s Hope House
RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam, First Lady Pamela Northam, and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Director and CEO Alex Nyerges announced August 25 40 Virginia artists who will receive $5,000 grants through a special program to help visual artists impacted by COVID-19.
This film doesn't pull any punches. Neither does it pull any kicks or stabs. Not, for that matter, any smashing of faces against solid objects.
The singer and saxophonist celebrates her new album with a live performance
The American Idol and Masked Singer contestant in midst of his Live From Home tour
"Project Power"Written by Mattson Tomlin; directed by Henry Joost and Ariel SchulmanWith Jamie Foxx, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Dominique FishbackRated R
The rock band is comprised of three local students
Right now, connectivity in all forms is more important than ever. Local artists, orchestras, theatres, camps and many more are stretching their creativity to bring the arts to your home. Our local arts community is connecting us with friends and family and providing us with the much-needed m…
Jay Nedry has led the Virginia-based rockers for 44 years
Explore some of the favorite (relatively) recently published books recommended by the collections staff at Fairfax County Public Library.
Fans new and old enjoying Kansas’ new release, “The Absence of Presence”
Billy Davis Jr. and Marilyn McCoo will take part in virtual fundraiser
The Community Theatre Thrives telethon will raise money for 14 local theaters
The Arlington music venue welcomes The Billy Price Charm City Rhythm Band
Closings and cancelations have taken place across the country and arts organizations and artists are facing an uncertain economic future. COVID-19 is having disastrous financial consequences on the arts sector, an essential part of Fairfax’s local economy. The lasting impact is unknown, but …
July is Park and Recreation Month around the nation, and this year’s theme from the National Park and Recreation Association is “We Are Parks and Recreation.”
Conductor Christopher Zimmerman introduces viewers to the men and women behind the music
Nothing stirs patriotism on the Fourth of July more than a war drama about American heroes. Films like Rod Lurie's "The Outpost," which tells the story of the Oct. 3, 2009, Battle of Kamdesh, where eight U.S. soldiers were killed when insurgents stormed an isolated base in northern Afghanist…
This week's foursome features a tense thriller, a scary documentary, an artsy character study and a mindless comedy. Skip or stream? Read and find out.
It takes a while to go through the filmography of Tom Hanks, and the roles he's chosen are as varied as imaginable: The lovelorn fruit man in "Splash," the boy in a man's body in "Big," the cranky team manager in "A League of Their Own," the fellow known as Forrest Gump, Woody in "Toy Story,…
The Hylton Performance Arts Center will host a virtual 10th anniversary celebration on Saturday, July 18, with live performances and a home-delivered catered meal complete with a bottle of wine, for those who reserved their tickets early. The featured performers will include husband and wife…
In response to not being able to gather for performances this summer, Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts is offering a complement of streaming performances under the banner of Wolf Trap Sessions.
Justyne Fischer, who teaches art at South County High, has been awarded the 2020 Maynor Biggers Award from Hampton University.The Maynor Biggers Artist Fund (MBAF), supported by Hampton University alumni, invests in artists who use their art as a vehicle for social change. Award recipients e…
The City of Fairfax Theatre Company will hold a live “Black Women’s Voices Concert” fundraiser for its new diversity initiatives, on June 26 at The O’Dells in Clifton.
Metropolitan School of the Arts (MSA) in Alexandria, is hosting its summer camps, but this year, camps are all virtual, live Zoom sessions, due to COVID restrictions.
RCC is pleased to announce it will reopen its facilities on July 6 with limited programming accompanied by enhanced social distancing and safe health practices. Both RCC Hunters Woods and RCC Lake Anne have been closed since mid-March due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jeff Daniels is an award-winning actor known for an illustrious career in film, TV and on the stage. He’s played memorable roles in films such as “Dumb and Dumber” and “The Purple Rose of Cairo”; won an Emmy for his work on HBO’s “The Newsroom”; and nabbed a Tony nomination for performing At…
Bryce Dallas Howard is a Hollywood movie star, with a résumé of major roles. She's played Ivy, the blind romantic lead in "The Village," Peter Parker's girlfriend Gwen in "Spider-Man 3," the nasty Hilly in "The Help," and the harried, high heels-wearing Claire in the two "J…
RICHMOND—Virginia Governor Ralph Northam, First Lady Pamela Northam, and Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (VMFA) Director and CEO Alex Nyerges today announced a special program to assist visual artists impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic: the Virginia Artist Relief Fellowship Program.
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