Averi Kremposky

Avenue Staff Writer

Averi Kremposky is a senior journalism major at the University of Florida. When she’s not covering music, art and culture beats for The Avenue, you can find her going to a concert, finishing another book in one sitting or submitting to the latest Taylor Swift album theory.

Lizzie Jenkins, the 84-year-old founder and president of the Real Rosewood Foundation, Inc., is passing on the opportunity for representation to a new generation with her upcoming children’s book titled “Lizzie’s Rosewood Race.” The book’s publication is scheduled for early 2023 to align with the centennial of the Rosewood massacre.

THE AVENUE | LIFESTYLE

Rosewood descendant ‘Miss Lizzie’ shares her story with next generation

By Averi Kremposky | Nov. 21

The publication of Lizzie Jenkins’ book follows statewide debates on book banning, age-appropriate class materials and race-related instruction in classrooms. In April, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law banning educators from teaching critical race theory, an academic concept that addresses systemic racism.

Campaign signs line the street outside of the Florida Museum of Natural History polling location Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022.

Rae Riiska

ELECTION | ALACHUA

The room where it happens: Inside the Supervisor of Elections’ Office as ballots roll in

By Averi Kremposky and Lauren Brensel | Nov. 10

Every election, the Alachua County Supervisor of Elections’ Office opens a canvassing board viewing area where residents can watch live poll updates and listen in as county officials confirm ballots.

Three original shows by Florida playwrights will debut at The Hippodrome State Theatre Nov. 4-5.

Courtesy to The Alligator

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Hippodrome Theatre to unveil 3 plays at New Works Festival

By Averi Kremposky | Nov. 3

The Hippodrome Theatre will bring back its annual New Works Festival Nov. 4 and 5, which aims to showcase both experimental and unconventional plays written by a diverse pool of Florida playwrights. The festival will feature three plays — one premiere Friday and a double premiere Saturday.

Minca Davis

THE AVENUE | MOVIES AND TV

Rate and Review: Olivia Wilde’s ‘Don’t Worry Darling’ repackages feminism with a flashy cast

By Averi Kremposky | Oct. 6

Relationship scandals, murky press tours and masses of online gossip had no effect on director Olivia Wilde’s sophomore feature, “Don’t Worry Darling.” With $35 million in box office totals as of Oct. 1, the psychological thriller sits as the exemplar that all press is indeed good press — and casting Harry Styles as one of the lead protagonists can’t hurt either.

Mason Baria prepares a wig for the Hippodrome’s production of "Fahrenheit 451" Wednesday, Sep. 14, 2022.

Rae Riiska

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Fifty and fireproof: The Hippodrome has more than an anniversary to celebrate

By Averi Kremposky | Sep. 19

Every staff member who was forced to work part-time during the pandemic has resumed their full-time positions, the theater's artistic director Stephanie Lynge said. In addition, across all theater programming areas — mainstage, education, cinema and events — there has been a steady increase in ticket sales.

Al Black signs his name as the finishing touch on the Highwaymen mural Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2022.

Rae Riiska

THE AVENUE | ART AND THEATER

Famed Black artist Al Black brings iconic Florida Highwaymen group’s art to Gainesville

By Averi Kremposky | Aug. 29

Al Black finished his new 8-by-34 foot mural, located on the corner of Northeast Sixth Avenue and North Main Street, Wednesday afternoon --- a full day before he was expected to wrap up the project. Throughout the day, a handful of people shuffled through to watch Black's painting unfold.

Lorenzo Vasquez

ELECTION | ALACHUA

Republican politicians suggest ‘voter suppression’ during Alachua County primary election

By Aurora Martínez , Lucille Lannigan , Veronica Nocera , Averi Kremposky and Lauren Brensel | Aug. 24

State Sen. Keith Perry, R-Ocala, released a statement after polls closed “regarding Alachua County Voter Suppression.” Multiple Alachua County precincts in both Newberry and High Springs went without Republican ballots for several hours, the statement read.

Knifest brought more than 15 punk and metal bands to The Wooly Friday, Nov. 5, 2021.

Eli Nino

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

More than the music: Knifest offers inclusive environment for artists from across the country

By Averi Kremposky | July 25

Under hues of red, green and blue, Knifepunch Records turned the Main Street banquet hall into a punk sanctuary.

High Dive, a Gainesville music venue, is a registered participant in Independent Venue Week.

Courtesy to The Alligator

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Matt Maeson to appear at the High Dive amid Independent Venue Week

By Averi Kremposky | July 10

Armed with only his acoustic guitar, the Virginia-native singer commenced a small-scale tour of independent venues July 7.

Tee Whitey and P Red at Like 6 O’Clock Studios in Gainesville Thursday, June 2, 2022.

Averi Kremposky

THE AVENUE | MUSIC

Straight up and down like six o’clock: Local Gainesville studio seeks to be the go-to spot for local artists

By Averi Kremposky | July 5

With two locations in Gainesville, “Like 6 O’clock Studios” is the product of one musician's disoriented walk through the music industry and his dedication to ensuring a solidified path for others.