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Richmond singing legend, Sibel Thrasher, passes away

Richmond singing legend, Sibel Thrasher, passes away

One of Richmond’s most talented performers, Sibel Thrasher, has died, age 67. Born Dec.
Richmond performing artist records duets from pandemic isolation

Richmond performing artist records duets from pandemic isolation

A Richmond-based performing artist and director has teamed up with similarly frustrated colleagues to record duets – all while isolated in their own homes.
One-man live stream of Les Miserables a sign of the times

One-man live stream of Les Miserables a sign of the times

While the rest of us have been either working from home, watching Netflix or perusing social media, one young actor has been busy live streaming a one-man, two-and-a-half hour production of Les Miserables .
Richmond theatre welcomes new artistic director of programs

Richmond theatre welcomes new artistic director of programs

Richmond’s Gateway Theatre is opening their doors to a new artistic director of programs who will take over the role this June.
Richmond choir celebrates 30th anniversary

Richmond choir celebrates 30th anniversary

The Richmond Singers Ensemble is hosting a concert to celebrate their 30 th anniversary on April 4. “Singin’ in the Rain” will be the concert theme where audience members can enjoy an afternoon of songs and join in on some sing-a-longs.
Singer Gordon Lightfoot heading to Richmond this fall

Singer Gordon Lightfoot heading to Richmond this fall

Singer-songwriter Gordon Lightfoot is gearing up for a show at the River Rock Casino scheduled later this fall.
Richmond artist portrays endangered species through painting

Richmond artist portrays endangered species through painting

A local artist is showcasing a 27-foot painting that aims to bring awareness to endangered animals around the world.
Richmond author writes for youths

Richmond author writes for youths

A Richmond author hopes his recently published novel can help youth tackle present life issues.
Richmond actress joins bucket list production

Richmond actress joins bucket list production

A Richmond actress has landed the role of a character she has wanted to play almost her whole life – Truvy the hairdresser in Steel Magnolias .
New space drama to film at Richmond BCIT campus today

New space drama to film at Richmond BCIT campus today

TV crews and cast are taking over Richmond’s BCIT campus for a new space drama today. Above The Moon, also known as the “Untitled Nickelodeon Space Series” is the first live-action series co-produced by Nickelodeon and Imagine Kids+Family.