What’s Booming RVA: Author Ron Moody, Queen, New ‘Loving’ Opera
Boomer’s top 5 picks for the week ahead
Music speaks volumes, of love and grief, inspiring us to change or simply bringing us joy. Boomer presents four different musical performances, including the new “Loving v. Virginia” opera, a free concert on Mother’s Day, and Queen paired with a laser show. Plus a book from an Richmond musician. “What’s Booming RVA: Author Ron Moody and Queen.”
“Loving v. Virginia”
Richmond Symphony and Virginia Opera present the highly anticipated world premiere of Damien Geter’s “Loving v. Virginia,” an operatic retelling of a true story. A young couple’s interracial marriage in 1958 sparks a case that leads to the Supreme Court and a victory for civil rights in the United States.
May 9 to 11 at Carpenter Theater, Richmond.
“Story of a Band” with Ron Moody
Known for his part in Ron Moody and the Centaurs, Moody has authored his first novel, “Forever the Constellations.” The story follows five high school friends who form a band in the 1960s, cut a local record, and are signed to a national record label.
May 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Book People, Henrico.
Carrie Brockwell at Pocahontas Premieres
The outdoor concert series from Virginia State Parks kicks off with Chesterfield country musician and American Idol golden ticket winner Carrie Brockwell, with opening act by Hazi, another Season 20 golden ticket winner.
May 10, 6:30 p.m., at Heritage Amphitheater at Pocahontas State Park, Chesterfield.
“Songs Without Words” Mother’s Day Concert
The Richmond Concert Band performs an outdoor concert of tunes that became popular despite having no lyrics, including music from movies and television, Top 40 radio, and light classics. (Feature image, top, by Stratton McCrady Photography.)
FREE. May 11, 6 to 7:30 p.m., at Agecroft Hall, Richmond.
Laser Show: Queen
It’s a killer (Queen) display of light and music in The Dome with the music of Queen accompanied by a laser show.
May 15, 6:30 and 8:15 p.m., at the Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond.
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