Charlottesville Inside-Out

Catch up with a Tony-award winning high school drama teacher Madeline Michel, who inspires her students to take ownership of their art by writing, directing and choreographing their own productions. Then spend time with a dedicated young filmmaker Jack Buckley, as he talks about his first full-length animated film and his goals for the future.

Hear from a couple whose music serves as a cultural pollinator, bridging together different styles and drawing on the traditions of their families’ past through the Lua Project. Then connect with Leslie M. Scott-Jones, an area artist who is making a difference in the community through her work in theater, music, writing and radio.

The practice of quilting goes back thousands of years and is still a popular pastime today. Visit with the Charlottesville Area Quilters Guild to learn more about the many reasons it’s members are crafting quilts. Then learn about Charlottesville Women in Tech, a nonprofit organization that provides opportunities for women of all levels of experience to grow and succeed in the world of technology.

Join Terri Allard as she visits Diego Decorte, co-founder of the Elysium Honey Company. Here in Virginia, he is dedicated to passing along his passion for this fascinating time-honored science to a new generation. Then discover New City Arts, an organization that serves as a supportive network for artists by building bridges among a variety of different audiences in our area.

Stop by Barboursville Vineyards, an award-winning winery that has been part of our community for over four decades. Sit down with the founder of The Soho Center, an organization dedicated to providing free books to families throughout Virginia.

Hear from a musician Michael Coleman, whose band won the state-wide Rockin’ to Lockin’ contest and is now making a big noise across the region. Then discover Charlottesville Area Riding Therapy (CART), an organization that uses horseback riding to provide therapy for children and adults with special needs.

Catch up with a local entrepreneur Brian Calhoun, who created a best-selling board game featuring a unique barnyard animal that’s a cross between a chicken and a pig. Then visit The Arts Center In Orange, a venue that provides opportunities for the community to teach, exhibit, learn about and enjoy the arts.

Meet a photographer whose book highlights and celebrates area musicians who have influenced the Charlottesville music scene over the past five decades. Then sit down with the founders of an organization created to honor a young civil rights activist and provide scholarships for individuals passionate about social change.

Join Jim Ryan the 9th President of the University of Virginia for an intimate conversation and a community run. Then pick up a paddle and try your hand at pickleball, a sport that is quickly becoming a favorite for players of all ages.

Did you know that Charlottesville has more nonprofits per capita than New York City? Over the past 12 years, Charlottesville Inside-Out has showcased organizations and people working hard to make a difference in our community. In the new season, Terri Allard will introduce groups focused on improving literacy, promoting the arts and encouraging entrepreneurship.