What’s Booming RVA: Motorbikes and the Bard
Boomer’s top picks for the week ahead
Contrasts abound! Shakespearean actors and Mel Gibson; distinct approaches to motorbike styling; German beer service at a Virginia craft brewery. Plus a Chesterfield native who’s rising to stardom. “What’s Booming RVA: Motorbikes and the Bard.”
‘Ruined’ and ‘Refined’
Two exhibits examine distinct approaches to motorcycle and scooter styling. Featuring “Daryl’s Bike” by Classified Moto and Vespa’s limited-edition 946 “Snake,” for a striking contrast in design philosophy.
Opening reception July 24, 6 to 8 p.m.; Ride-In Day from Moto Richmond to The Branch with food trucks and activities; exhibits run July 24 to Aug. 31 at The Branch Museum of Design, Richmond.
Shakepeare’s ‘Cymbeline’
Traveling Players from Tyson, Virginia, present an open-air presentation of one of the tragicomic fairytale, a whirlwind of events with war, mistaken identity, beheading, and a final recognition scene to end all recognition scenes.
July 24, 7:30 p.m., at Agecroft Hall, Richmond.
VMHC Movie Mythbusting LIVE: ‘The Patriot’
Take in a live screening of the Revolutionary War epic “The Patriot” (2000), starring Mel Gibson and Heath Ledger, accompanied by fun and insightful commentary from Sam Florer, VMHC staff member and historical researcher and writer. Florer looks at what’s true, what’s not, and connections to the VMHC collection. 18+ only.
July 25, 6 to 8 p.m., at Virginia Museum of History & Culture, Richmond.
Kölschfest 2025
In the spirit of Köln (Cologne), Germany, enjoy beer hall-style service, live music, German-inspired eats, and fresh Kölsch-style beer served the traditional way, in seven-ounce stangen with a coaster to mark your beers.
July 26, noon, at Triple Crossing – Fulton, Richmond.
Carrie Brockwell
The American Idol Golden Ticket contestant presents country, classics, and more, as part of Summer Nights at the Perk, with live music and local food and drinks.
FREE, registration required. July 30, 6 to 8 p.m., at Perkinson Center, Chester.
Check websites for more details, including prices and registration requirements.
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