What’s Booming at ‘The Office’ in Richmond
Legendary locals and come-hither comics
A week of events as diverse as Richmonders themselves, from legendary local musicians to a soul-filled fest to comedy from “The Office” … to beer, bourbon, barbecue … and more!
‘The Band’s Visit’
Through July 31 at Altria Theater, Richmond
Visit this award-winning performance, presented by Broadway in Richmond, presents a sweet story of everyday people in an isolated Middle Eastern town. The townspeople welcome a lost band of classical/traditional musicians, forging a night of friendship and lessons.
Lucy Dacus
Friday, July 29 at 6 p.m. on Brown’s Island, Richmond
Singer/songwriter and Mechanicsville-born Lucy Dacus makes a stop in Richmond on her international tour. Dacus is joined on stage by Australian performer Courtney Barnett and singer/songwriter Samia from New York City.
Beer & Bourbon & BBQ Festival
Saturday, July 30 starting at 2 p.m. at Meadow Event Park, Doswell
Did someone say “beer, bourbon AND barbecue”? That’s beautiful. Go whole hog and head on out to an afternoon of sippin’ and tastin’ and eatin’ along with music and lots of other fun activities.
HeART & Soul Fest by Richmond Black Restaurant Experience
Saturday, July 30 starting at 3 p.m. at Richmond Kickers Stadium (City Stadium), Richmond
Enjoy a day of interactive games, live music, kids’ activities, community art, and vendors from Richmond Black Restaurant Experience and Richmond Night Market.
‘The Office Trivia’ with Todd Packer
Saturday, July 30 at 3:30 p.m. at the Funny Bone Comedy Club Restaurant, Glen Allen
Comic David Koechner, perhaps best known as Todd Packer from the hit TV series “The Office,” will be bringing his standup comedy to town for shows on Friday and Saturday, and on Saturday afternoon, he’ll be doing a special “The Office Trivia Show,” which will include behind-the-scenes stories from the show as well as an audience Q&A, and, for some, the opportunity to act out a scene with Todd Packer. Office fans, this is gonna be cool. That’s what she said.
The Taters’ Silver Shindig!
Saturday, July 30 at 8 p.m. at the Tin Pan, Richmond
Without attempting to gush or play favorites, we’ll just simply say there is no group in Richmond, or anywhere else for that matter, quite like The Taters. So, when these guys plan a shindig celebrating their 25th anniversary, you guys really need to make plans to be there.
Check with individual venues for COVID-19 policies.
More of What’s Booming in Richmond besides ‘The Office’ in Richmond
Food and more fun to fill your plate
Boomer’s featured food for the week:
Who makes the best wings in Richmond? We have a round-up … PLUS where to find free wings on National Chicken Wing Day, July 29!
