Victoria Barber

Victoria Barber

Features editor

Victoria Barber was formerly the features editor at the Anchorage Daily News and is an occasional contributor.

Anchorage artist brings whimsical portraits of animals to life in the graphite jungle

In Christopher Judd’s exhibit, creatures are soft, feathered, furred — and tuxedoed, aproned and crowned.

Victoria Barber January 31, 2025

At the Far North Fashion Show, Alaska Native designs take flight

The show, held at the Anchorage Museum and hosted by the Arctic Encounter Symposium, featured eye-catching creations riffing on this year’s “Black and White Raven Collection” theme.

Victoria Barber April 13, 2024

Getting ‘Hamilton’ to Alaska is a big logistical lift

Some of the equipment for the Broadway smash musical traveled from as far away as Puerto Rico. Its 30-show run in Anchorage kicks off the new Broadway Alaska series.

Victoria Barber August 17, 2023
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Here are a dozen fun, easy things to do with kids in and around Anchorage this summer — rain or shine

From museums to parks, here are some options for when you need to get out of the house — or for when your kids can’t play outside.

Victoria Barber July 9, 2023

28 years later, Cyrano’s revisits the joy, heartache and absurdity of motherhood in ‘The Mommy Dance’

Theater review: Times may change, but Anchorage playwright Jill Bess’ musical comedy — written about her own experiences as a young mother — feels as relevant as ever.

Victoria Barber May 6, 2022

Solstice parties, outdoor shows and Juneteenth: It’s all happening this weekend

Anchorage is back and ready to have some fun this summer.

Victoria Barber June 18, 2021

Take a drive around Anchorage to see these over-the-top Halloween displays

For a festive, pandemic-safe activity, grab your cocoa or other hot beverage, cue up spooky tunes in the car and go see some Halloween yard art.

Victoria Barber October 29, 2020

2 of Alaska’s biggest Memorial Day events have been canceled, but others will go on

Wasilla will go forward with its event at the Veterans’ Wall of Honor, with a few changes.

Victoria Barber May 21, 2020

Bright spots: Kids are writing notes to seniors isolated in nursing homes. Here’s how yours can, too.

An evolving list of the ways Alaskans are helping each other stay safe, sane and entertained in the time of coronavirus.

Victoria Barber March 20, 2020

‘Portlandia,’ ‘SNL’ comedian Fred Armisen will perform in Anchorage this May

The comedian and musician will perform his show “Comedy for Musicians, But Everyone is Welcome” at the Wendy Williamson Auditorium on May 29.

Victoria Barber March 3, 2020
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