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Richmond is a city with vibrant music, art, and theater communities. It's home to big venues like the Richmond Coliseum which draws large tours and music acts like American Idol live and The Police. It's home to The Landmark Theater which hosts shows like The Lion King and Wicked as a part of the Broadway in Richmond program. Richmond also has many small music and dance clubs which are great for everything from raves to rowdy hardcore punk shows. Richmond is also known for its many festivals. From the Richmond Folk Festival to the Shakespeare Festival to the Lebanese Food Festival, you're bound to find one you'll enjoy. It is also full of history and art museums such as the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts (where many of Picasso's works are currently on display), the Virginia Holocaust Museum, and the Museum of the Confederacy.