Posts Tagged ‘Richmond Forum’

Richmond Forum: David Blaine

Friday, April 15th, 2011

David Blaine is “Pushing the Limits of Human Endurance” as part of Richmond’s Forum on Saturday, April 16 at 8 PM. Blaine will discuss his endurance stunts and love of magic at the Landmark Theater at 6 N Laurel Street in Richmond’s historic Fan District.  Individual tickets are $36 to $70 but are limited so call the Forum office (804) 330-3993 for availability.

David Blaine Magic Endurance Stunts

Originally conceived by members of the First Unitarian Church in Richmond in 1964, the Richmond Public Forum brought internationally and nationally known speakers to Richmond to enlighten, educate, and entertain audiences. Speakers included notables like Henry Kissinger, Shirley Chisholm, and Moshe Dayan – to name a few. In 1980, after 16 years, the Forum ceased operations. In 1986, the Richmond Forum revived as a nonprofit educational organization presenting Ted Koppel, ABC news journalist, as its first program. For over twenty years, The Richmond Forum has presented and produced programs that stimulate, inspire, and inform its patrons.  Many of which have been “one and only” type events – available no where else. Tickets are available on a subscription basis, but often single event tickets are available.

The Landmark Theater opened in 1927 after seven years of planning and two years of construction. The theater was purchased by the City of Richmond from the Shriners in 1940 and the City embarked on a renovation to restore its splendor in 1994/5. Some of America’s greatest entertainers have appeared on stage beneath its towering minarets and desert murals. The Landmark is also home to the Broadway in Richmond series, featuring Broadway plays and musicals.

The Landmark Theater, at 6 N. Laurel Street, is within walking distance, just blocks from Richmond’s premier bed and breakfast, located in the historic Fan District. When events at the Landmark are on your schedule, make an overnight at our urban inn part of the plans for a very special treat.

 

Finest of February in Richmond Virginia

Tuesday, January 25th, 2011

Richmond Virginia is THE place to be in February of 2011.

There is plenty to see and do and here are the top five things to put on your calendar as “not-to-be-missed!”

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2010/2011 Richmond Forum Presenters Announced

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Richmond’s own Landmark Theater, just 2 1/2 blocks from the bed and breakfast, that is known for its “killer breakfasts,” will host the 2010 / 2011 season of the Richmond Forum. The Richmond Forum is a subscription series bringing leaders from the world stage to the stage of the Landmark to expand horizons, to stimulate conversation, and to inspire.  The Richmond Forum produces five programs a year and has introduced such influential persons as former Prime Minister Tony Blair, Archbishop Desmund Tutu, the late Tim Russert, and Benazir Bhutto.   (more…)

Steve Forbes at the Richmond Forum March 6

Monday, February 15th, 2010

The Landmark Theater, just two blocks from our Richmond B&B, is the location of the Richmond Forum. The Richmond Forum is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization that brings leaders from the world stage to the stage of Richmond’s Landmark Theater — to expand horizons, stimulate conversation, and to inspire the community.  For over 20 years, speakers representing every discipline from former Prime Minister Tony Blair to journalist Tim Russert to legendary blues musician B.B. King have engaged attendees.

Steve Forbes: "How Capitalism Will Save Us" on March 6 8PM at Richmond's Landmark Theater

On Saturday, March 6, at 8PM, Steve Forbes will be speaking on The Worlds of Economics, Business, and Politics. Steve has been a constant campaigner for a flat tax replacement for the current federal tax system, even seeking the nomination as the Republican candidate for President in 1996 and 2000. Currently the chairman and chief executive officer of Forbes magazine, Steve will address hotly debated topics in today’s headlines–from CEO pay to healthcare to what caused the recession and financial crisis. He will take on classic questions about capitalism that many are asking today–from “Isn’t capitalism based on greed?” to “Is affordable healthcare possible in a free market?”

According to the latest, limited tickets are still available $36 to $70! Call (804) 330-3993 to verify.

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