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The “Say Their Names” portraits are currently on display through the end of March 2021.

We are all citizens, we are all artists

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | March 11, 2021

Gulledge's mission is to use her artistic gifts to be an ally and amplify the voices of those who are underrepresented in our collective conversation.

Horror Therapy: Can horror movies help people cope with trauma?

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | January 28, 2021

A peculiar phenomenon suggests that confronting fears head-on through horror movies — even if you are watching through splayed fingers — may actually be therapeutic and improve fear-response.

Inside U.Va. Arts hosted another webinar for a look into arts on Grounds next semester.

Inside U.Va. Arts — COVID-19 and the ‘exceptional student experience’

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | November 19, 2020

On Nov. 12, another Inside U.Va. Arts webinar detailed how programs at the University and the student art experience has changed since the start of the semester.

In "Carnival of Souls," a creepy classic, a young woman relocates to a mysterious new city after being in a car crash.

10 horror movies for your Halloween movie marathon

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | October 22, 2020

In the mood for a spooky flick? Check out these seasonal favorites, perfect for any Halloween vibe.

Janelle Monáe stars in "Antebellum," a new horror film written and directed by Gerard Bush and Christopher Renz.

'Antebellum' shows a lot, but tells very little

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | September 27, 2020

While "Antebellum" had the potential to spark important conversations about the persisting impacts of slavery and Black trauma, it ultimately falls flat and comes across as performative.

The centerpiece of "From Little Things Big Things Grow" is a collaboration from 13 women artists entitled Nganampa Ngura, Our Country 2013.

Kluge-Ruhe reopens with two new exhibitions

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | September 3, 2020

The Kluge-Ruhe is displaying two exhibitions which are available to visit by reservation only.

U.Va. Arts launched the first of its monthly webinars, "Inside U.Va. Arts,” on May 13 — set to offer a behind the scenes look at the arts at the University of Virginia.

‘Inside U.Va Arts’ — Adversity, adaptation, advocacy

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | May 20, 2020

Quarantine and social distancing have sparked a greater conversation regarding interaction with art and how the power of technology can be harnessed to create impactful viewing experiences.

IX Art Park offers a number of events for Charlottesville residents such as art and nature camps, free concerts, Winter farmer’s markets, weekly salsa dancing and silent discos.

IX Art Park goes virtual

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | April 9, 2020

While Charlottesville residents, like many people across the world, are facing difficult and uncertain situations, organizations like IX Art Park are working to provide even just a sliver of comfort and a spark of creativity and imagination until they can invite the community to their space again.

Joe Goldberg of "You" is Humbert Humbert — a stalking, unreliable narrator with a savior complex — revamped for a modern American audience.

Joe Goldberg is the new Humbert Humbert

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | March 26, 2020

Joe Goldberg of the Netflix original series "You" is Humbert Humbert — a stalking, unreliable narrator with a savior complex — revamped for a modern American audience.

Artist Nick Cave's work involves the use of elaborate costumes known as "Soundsuits."

Ruffin Gallery makes space for Nick Cave’s 'Spot On'

By Kalista Diamantopoulos | March 5, 2020

University students and faculty gathered in the Ruffin Gallery to view the captivating performance videos on display — titled “Blot,” “Gestalt” and “Bunny Boy,” each of which offered a unique experience.

Kalista Diamantopoulos

We are all citizens, we are all artists

Horror Therapy: Can horror movies help people cope with trauma?

Inside U.Va. Arts — COVID-19 and the ‘exceptional student experience’

10 horror movies for your Halloween movie marathon

'Antebellum' shows a lot, but tells very little

Kluge-Ruhe reopens with two new exhibitions

‘Inside U.Va Arts’ — Adversity, adaptation, advocacy

IX Art Park goes virtual

Joe Goldberg is the new Humbert Humbert

Ruffin Gallery makes space for Nick Cave’s 'Spot On'

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