Two independent horror films in one night!

$10 adv / $12 day of

MOM I'M ON DRUGS: In this just say no afterschool special gone wrong, Stephanie faces the fact that she's going nowhere in life, while others around her are. Before she ends it all, she goes to one last party on a tab of LSD where she gains the attention of not just new friends, but drunk punks, living corpses, and an entity that follows her through a labyrinth she created.

Featuring Michael Derks of the band Gwar, and music from ten retro synth and punk bands including Boy Harsher.

INCITATUS FILMS brings you Ken Brisby's fantasy /horror directorial debut, “Mom, I'm on Drugs.” Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/cPVhpu8zsTs?si=234I1dFzX8KmC5hl

DANCE FREAK: A loser named Obie meets a creature called the Dance Freak who looks just like him. His ex, Dorty, has to stop what she's doing to try and save him. A scientist named Gorgul also helps. Q&A to follow.

Watch the trailer: https://youtu.be/HJGnXEbPlio

Doors: 7:00–7:30 pm

Mom I’m On Drugs (75 min): 7:30 - 8:45 pm

Intermission, Q&A (20 min): 8:45 - 9:00 pm

Dance Freak (90 min): 9:05 - 10:35 pm

Q&A: 10:40 - end

Screening of the weird microbudget movie from Robby Rackleff and Alan Resnick that took forever to finish because they are idiots.

A loser named Obie meets a creature called the Dance Freak who looks just like him. His ex, Dorty, has to stop what she's doing to try and save him. A scientist named Gorgul also helps. Q&A to follow.

Trailer: https://youtu.be/HJGnXEbPlio

$7adv / $10 dos

Doors: 4:00 - 4:30 pm

Dance Freak (90 min): 4:30 - 6:00 pm

Q&A 6:00 - 6:20 pm

$10 adv / $15 dos

Freedom will be singing all new original music from his new upcoming EP, paying Music tribute the late R&B legend Frankie Beverly and the late R&B Queen Roberta Flack!

$10

Check back for a ticket link soon!

$12 adv / $16 dos

http://www.instagram.com/dvour1

http://www.instagram.com/asce_firefist

http://www.instagram.com/rospothefather

http://www.instagram.com/controlledchaos804

http://www.instagram.com/secc8sepp

$12

Bleary Eyed was formed in 2015 by frontman Nathaniel Salfi (guitar & vocals), now joined by Margot Whipps (bass & vocals), Pax Martyn (guitar), & Charlie Libby Watt (drums). Since their inception in the DIY scenes of DC and Philadelphia respectively, the band has taken many artistic turns. Through that experimentation, they’ve had time to grow into the sound they were always meant to make, filling a unique space in the shoegaze genre with their sample-heavy hazey computer pop atmosphere. The band presents both a positive yet outside energy with relatable lyrics with stacked harmonies from Whipps and Salfi over densely layered sample filled instrumentals. The songs teeter from more pleasant pop songs to heavier fuzz tracks sometimes blending elements from both styles.

Ticket link coming soon!

With musical performances by Mike Bizarro, Japanese II, Snack Truck, DogScream, and Three Brained Robot

$10 adv / $15 dos

Gallery5 Presents: Parallel Listening Series vol. 7

Providing a silent, talk-free setting to foster and fuse the listening environment of a musical performance and a literary reading into a hybrid experience accessible to anyone in the community

Performances by: Pomelo Locale and S. Sutton

Readings by: Allison Titus, Kristina Hamlett, Matt Schroeder, Maizie Somerville

Happy Hour 6 -7PM
Event: 7 -9 PM
Free to Attend / suggested donation at the door of $5

every door donation will receive a raffle ticket for the Listening Room prize package - the raffle proceeds benefit the night’s artists.

WELCOME TO THE RENAISSANCE

Nu Rodeo Caldonia is bringing you a full-album drag and burlesque experience celebrating the groundbreaking masterpiece that is Beyoncè's Renaissance. From "I’m That Girl" to "Summer Renaissance," we’re taking you on a journey through the heat, the glitter, and the liberation Beyoncé gave us — and we’re doing it loud, proud, and on the Gallery5 stage!

It’s Queen Bey’s birthday month, so come ready to shine. Dress in your best attire to strut our runway!

Doors at 8pm

Show at 9pm

18+ Only

Featuring: Darshe Dazzles, Jo Rose, Santobella Spark, Kill Gil, Semptress Sneeqpeek, Jungle Julia, Jo’’rie Tigerlily, Charlie Lawless, Kayy Lovely, Qing Blaze, Jelly Goblin, Kit Valentine, Leila Lovely

Tickets range from $20 to $120, while you're at it add a $15 BeyGoodie bag full of surprises to sweeten the pot.

Gallery5 is a 501c3 non profits arts organization devoted to engaging communities through the arts Your purchase helps fuel our mission!

For more information please visit www.gallery5arts.org. All sales are final, no refunds.

Accessibility info: the venue is accessible and has accessible single person genderless restrooms.

Parking info: there is street parking only. Get there early to ensure a spot near the venue. There are a couple accessible spots within a block of the venue.

J. Flax & the Heart Attacks show off a surf-indebted sound that lands closer to upbeat, catchy postpunk than anything else, even despite its tendencies toward surf beats and Dick Dale-style flurries of guitar notes. The result is a modern take on surf music that is every bit as fun as the original music it was inspired by, while also bringing an original approach that keeps things fresh.

The Wayward Leaves bring together local solo indie-pop artist Ross Wright and veteran guitar-slinger Curtis Patton (River City High, David Shultz and the Skyline) for a set of moody, emotionally-driven songs bringing to mind classic Southern guitar pop bands like The Jayhawks and the Old 97s.

$12 adv/ $15 dos

J. Flax & the Heart Attacks, The Wayward Leaves, maygemini,

Open Minds (Open Mic) Night!

Featured Guests: Reppa Ton & Kenneka Cook

Hosted by: Eliturate

DJ: Ant the Symbol

Doors/Happy Hour/Day-of Sign-ups - 7pm

Performances 8-11pm

Suggested donation of $5 at the door to support Gallery5 and this program!

Media Sponsor: The Auricular

In this fiery poetry reading / variety show, attendees will hear shocking and salacious truths from Brooklyn author Anthony Thomas Lombardi, guest host Rieka Speaks, poets Jemma Dilag, Sarah Wilson, and Hummingbird; fiction writer Marissa Barber, followed by a scandalous burlesque performance from Jo’Rie Tigerlily.

$12 advance, $10 door

Check out the artists

http://www.instagram.com/riekaspeaks        

http://www.instagram.com/prettytoneywrites

http://www.instagram.com/jemma.dilag

http://www.instagram.com/ms.ris

http://www.instagram.com/chef_auntie_momma 

http://www.instagram.com/prismfinder_

http://www.instagram.com/jorietigerlily

A night full of riffs!

$13

Check out the bands on instagram: @sinisterhaze @crimsonheatband @hagstonerva

Flyer art by Lauren Ayer

Check out the artists:

https://www.instagram.com/gull_face

https://www.instagram.com/dogfuq

https://www.instagram.com/iamicollective

https://www.instagram.com/heavypettingrva

The premiere of Things Hidden, a collaboration between Gina Biver and Starr

Foster Dance, with additional performances by Fuse Ensemble Arts Duo

and opening set by Megan Perry Fisher with Janel Leppin.

Things Hidden features vocalists Laura Ann Singh, Liliana Dunn and

Ashley Larson and dancers Shannon Comerford, Madison Ernstes and

Molly Huey.

Fuse Ensemble Arts Duo features clarinetist Angela Murakami and

cellist Nancy Jo Snider performing works by living composers.

In the opening set, pianist/composer Megan Perry Fisher performs

original works with cellist Janel Leppin.

Fuse Ensemble’s performance tonight is funded in part by the Virginia

Commission for the Arts which receives support from the Virginia

General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a

federal agency. Fuse Ensemble would like to thank the VCA for

their support!

Check out the artists:

https://www.instagram.com/fuse_ensemble

https://www.instagram.com/starrfosterdance

https://www.instagram.com/meganperryfisher

https://www.instagram.com/lasingh

https://www.instagram.com/liliana.kd

https://www.instagram.com/@ash8766

https://www.instagram.com/ginga_ablaze

https://www.instagram.com/madison.ernstes

https://www.instagram.com/mollyfdg

https://www.instagram.com/ginabiver

https://www.instagram.com/janelleppin

Pop Punk and Shoegaze

$12 adv

Check out the bands:

https://www.instagram.com/scobytheband/

https://www.instagram.com/falsecape/

https://www.instagram.com/fifthfloorofficial/

https://www.instagram.com/rugbiemusicgroup/

https://www.instagram.com/rugbiemusicgroup/

Check out the bands:

https://www.instagram.com/benignimpactband

https://www.instagram.com/softcatchband

https://www.instagram.com/miracletimerva

https://www.instagram.com/sleepparalysissocialclub

$15 adv / $18 dos

Join us for a night of incredible music, community, and creativity for The Art of Us Fundraiser Show — celebrating the vibrant, diverse spirit of Richmond’s local scene as well as TAOU Studio.

TAOU is more than just a yoga studio. It is a community space for all of us to explore through various modalities of sound, art, movement and more. We are the art. We are the soul. We are the "us" in TAOU.

All proceeds go toward supporting and funding TAOU 2, a new studio opening in Forest Hill for dreamers, doers, artists, and the growing creative movement that binds us all together.

Tess Fisher - @COUNTRY_SMUT

S P S C - @SleepParalysisSocialClub

Shot Clock - @SHOTCLOCKRICHMOND

Gusher - @GUSHER1312

DJ Effie Jetts - @LIVSOHR

Check out the bands:

Future Projektor: https://www.instagram.com/futureprojektor/  

Blazoner: https://www.instagram.com/blazonerband/

Earth Dog Mothership:https://www.instagram.com/earthdogmothership/

In this fiery poetry reading / variety show, attendees will hear shocking and salacious truths from Jasmine Blooms, Catherine Carson, Lena J, and Allison Titus, followed by a killer set from Rikki Rakki’s Erika Blatnik and a scandalous burlesque show from Kayy Lovely.

• https://www.instagram.com/thekayylovely

• https://www.instagram.com/jasmineblooms__

• https://www.instagram.com/pmjpoetry

• https://www.instagram.com/allytitus 

• https://www.instagram.com/breakneck_blatnik

• https://www.instagram.com/caitlinforst

On the fourth Friday of each month we open up our doors to the jazz world - Jazz Night is free and open to the public!

In August, Mike Hawkins and the Brotherhood will be joining us, with a WRIR DJ

Optional VIP Tables are available for purchase - they support the artists and ensure you get a comfy seat for this awesome night of music!

Check out the bands:

https://www.instagram.com/sweettouchmusic https://www.instagram.com/painted__world https://www.instagram.com/falsenectarmusic

12$ advanced / $15 day of show

Road Dog Booking Presents:On August 19, Gallery 5 hosts Elnuh - an alternative/indie rock trio from San Antonio known for their layered guitars, subdued vocals, and slow-burning arrangements. They’re joined by Richmond locals Kristeva, Your Jovian (757) and Homey

Antonio, TX. Formed in 2021, the trio consists of vocalist/guitarist Elena Lopez, bassist Luke Mitchell, and drummer Daniel Puente. The three musicians together create a powerful and dynamic musical experience with the use of playful harmonies, lush vocals, introspective lyrics, and a raw yet emotionally charged “wall-of-sound” . With influences such as Sonic Youth, Autolux, Blonde Redhead, Broadcast, Slowdive, and more, Elnuh’s sound has been described as “a mixture of sweet, satiny vocals and hazy, ethereal guitar progressions on customized tunings."

Check out the bands:

https://www.instagram.com/kristevaband

https://www.instagram.com/elnuh

https://www.instagram.com/yourejovian

https://www.instagram.com/h.o.m.e.y

Featuring: Ear_Canal, Nova Aletheia, Stimulus Functions, Karacell (757), Visuals by Sonakinesis

$10 adv/ $12 at the door

Burlesque Right Meow presents The Reveal Revue

Doors at 8:30 pm

Show at 9pm

18+ Only

 The Reveal Revue is back—this time lighting up the iconic Gallery5! Get ready for a night that celebrates rising stars, bold new acts, and the magic of burlesque in full bloom. This show is bursting with creativity, confidence, and sparkle! Whether you’re a burlesque buff or a first-timer, this shimmy-filled night promises to dazzle. Come see what’s next on stage!

Featuring:
Candi Capped
Chartreuse Divinity
LaShawn Rose
Lolo
Luna LaMorgue
Scarlet Starlet
Sera Bellum
Venus Flytrap
And the solo debut of Remy LePurr!
Hosted by Darshe Dazzles
with stage kitten Cherri Vendetta

Doors at 8:30pm, show at 9pm
Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door for general admission
$25 VIP reserved front row seating (limited to 10, only available in advance)

This production is committed to creating a fun, safe, and inclusive event that showcases the art of burlesque. There will be zero tolerance for harassment, bullying, and bigotry of any kind. This event will be a feminist, body positive space that celebrates people of all different body types and identities. Please be on board with this mission if you are attending this show!

Accessibility: Venue is wheelchair accessible with accessible bathrooms.  We can reserve seats for those with disabilities!

Please email burlesquerightmeow@gmail.com with any questions or requests for accommodation.

This show is for audiences 18+

Gallery5 is a 501c3 non profits arts organization devoted to engaging communities through the arts Your purchase helps fuel our mission!

For more information please visit www.gallery5arts.org. All sales are final, no refunds.

Accessibility info: the venue is accessible and has accessible single person genderless restrooms.

Parking info: there is street parking only. Get there early to ensure a spot near the venue. There are a couple accessible spots within a block of the venue.

Join Marilyn and friends for a night of fun and celebration, complete with an after party!

$10 adv / $ at the door

Join us for a night of fun with Marilyn, celebrating the 2nd annual birthday show. Acts will include Marilyn and the Grand Slam Band, Caroline Vain, and Mid. Come wearing your best ’90s-themed outfit. The night will include special-edition merchandise and an after-party at the Amar Lounge with DJ Nadia.
There is free entry to the after-party with the purchase of a show ticket.