Friday LIVE
Arts
Nebraska Public Media
The latest news about arts and humanities happenings around Nebraska, as well as talk and performances from those involved.
Flatwater Film Fest, LSO, Remember The Drumstick and more!
On Oct. 15, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: the Flatwater Film Festival in Seward; the season opener for Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; the new documentary about The Drumstick; Chadron State College piano recitals by Bobby Pace and Brooks Hafey; Lincoln Choral Artists first concert of the season; "Coming to the Plains" exhibit coming to Lincoln; and Arnoldo Cohen's Lied Center concert. Also, poetry by Traci Schacht.
50:3215/10/2021
Extra: ShakesFEAR
Nebraska Rep Artistic Director Andy Park and Applied Shakespeare expert Kevin Rich talk about ShakesFEAR at the Haunted Temple.
13:2314/10/2021
Robert Henri, Bluebarn Theatre, poet Traci Schacht and more!
On Oct. 8, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: the first Robert Henri conference in Cozad; a new storytelling series at the Bluebarn Theatre; a choir and band concert at Nebraska Wesleyan; OmniArts Nebraska season opening production; and what art conservator Kenneth Be has been up to. Also, poetry by Traci Schacht and a look at the latest production by the Omaha Playhouse.
01:02:2108/10/2021
Extra: Kearney Symphony Orchestra and Brownville Concert Series
On this week’s Extra, a look at the next concerts by the Kearney Symphony Orchestra and the Brownville Concert Series.
18:4207/10/2021
Timberline, Yorkshire Playhouse, Luke Burbank, and more!
On Oct. 1, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: Timberline's 50th Reunion concerts; Yorkshire Playhouse's production of "Rabbit Hole;" "Live Wire," a new program on Nebraska Public Media; Blixt's “Dream Switch” event in Thayer County; Abendmusik's season opening concert; Angels Theater Company's Salon Reading Series; and Wayne State College Theatre's "The Diviners." Also, poetry by Traci Schacht and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about the Bemis Center's “Other Channels.”
01:12:2401/10/2021
Extra: Miss Myra and the Moonshiners
Miss Myra and the Moonshiners come to Kearney this week to play New Orleans jazz. Miss Myra tells us about their concert.
05:2930/09/2021
Musical About Star Wars, Lincoln Calling, Nebraska Rep & more
On Sept. 24, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: "A Musical About Star Wars" at the Lied Center in Lincoln; Marcelo Lian's citizenship celebration concert on Sept. 25 in Omaha; the "How Great Thou Art" art sale in Scottsbluff; Lincoln Calling; and the first production of the season for Nebraska Rep. Also, a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher, poetry by Katie Schmid and preview of the season opening concerts by the Omaha Symphony.
55:4024/09/2021
Extra: Wayne State College events and a play in Seward
This week, we take a look at three things. First, two events at Wayne State College, including "An Evening with Mike Zahs of the Film Saving Brinton" and this fall’s Plains Writers Series program. Then, we find out about the Concordia University Drama Department's production of Agatha Christie's "A Murder is Announced."
20:4023/09/2021
Red Cloud Art, Leta of Lincoln, Katie Schmid poems and more!
On Sept. 17, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: the work of Kathleen Lohr and Rick Rasmussen at the Red Cloud Opera House Gallery; Mari Sandoz Pilster Great Plains Lecture and Symposium in Lincoln; Nebraska composer and pianist Philip Daniel's music and concerts; Wayne State College's Piano Duo: Music by Women concert that pays tribute to gifted female composers; Norfolk Arts Center exhibitions by Eric L. Stearns and Tess E. Kilpatrick-Petersen; and Hastings Community Theatre's production of "Mama Mia." Also, a Leta Powell Drake remembrance, poetry by Katie Schmid and a preview of a special outdoors Omaha Symphony concert.
01:10:4917/09/2021
Extra: Greenblatt & Seay September and October events
We find out about Greenblatt & Seay's September and October events.
08:2016/09/2021
Quilts, Lincoln Comm. Playhouse, Beatrice Comm. Players and more
On Sept. 10, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: Lincoln Community Playhouse's staging of "The Fantasticks;" Beatrice Community Players' production of “Mamma Mia;" this year's Art in the Garden in Lincoln; Hastings College's "Mural Day" competition and inductees into the Fine Arts Hall of Fame; and the Nebraska Rep's new season. Also, Billy Kelly looks at a special quilt exhibition, poetry by Katie Schmid and PACE, the Pottawattamie Arts, Culture, and Entertainment center in Council Bluffs, Iowa has some September events.
01:01:5110/09/2021
Extra: Applejack Festival
Nebraska City hosts the annual Applejack Festival later this month. William Padmore has a conversation with Connie Van Nostrand about this festival.
06:4509/09/2021
Extra: Bill Ogg
William Padmore talks with Nebraska State Fair's Executive Director Bill Ogg.
11:0226/08/2021
Beatrice Film, Schaffert "Perfume Thief," Greek Festival & more
On Aug. 20 join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: 110th Birthday Celebration of Hollywood Leading Man Robert Taylor; Timothy Schaffert's new book “The Perfume Thief,” and event at Francie & Finch; My Big Fat Greek Festival in Lincoln; David von Kampen's a new recording; Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway's “Skipping Through Time;" an exhibiton of Sheryl Piere's work in Decatur; and The Lux Center's "Emerge LNK: Mural + Street Art Festival." Also, poetry by Lisa Beans and a feature from KVNO about this year's Opera Outdoors in Omaha.
01:03:3320/08/2021
Extra: Fork Fest
William Padmore talks with the Norfolk Arts Center's Elley Coffin about Fork Fest.
05:1219/08/2021
Ben Nelson book, Brownville Concerts, "Gage County NE" and more!
On Aug. 13, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: Ben Nelson's new book "Death of the Senate;" Lonnie McFadden's performances as part of the Brownville Concert Series;" Beatrice Community Player's production of "Gage County, NE;" the Lied Center's Broadway Series; David Bristow’s new book, “Nebraska History Moments;" and Sheldon Museum of Art's “The Nature of Waste: Material Pathways, Discarded Worlds.” Also, poetry by Lisa Beans and Kwakiutl Dreher reviews “The Meaning of Hitler."
01:14:1213/08/2021
Extra: Grand Island Concert Association and Ben Nelson
On this week's Extra, we'll hear about the Grand Island Concert Association's new season and the extended version of the interview with Ben Nelson about his new book.
24:3912/08/2021
Andrea von Kampen, Dave Mainelli, TADA, "Fetish" and more!
On Aug. 6, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: Andrea von Kampen's new CD and a CD release party: author Dave Mainelli's new book; Tada Production's “A Grand Night For Singing;" Tugboat Gallery's "Fetish;" The Yorkshire Playhouse's production of “A Play About a Dragon;" and, a preview of The Tassel's new season. Also, poetry by Lisa Beans and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about an exhibition at Maple Street Construct in Omaha.
01:06:1206/08/2021
Extra: Sandeep Das and Samina Hooda
A discussion with Sandeep Das and Samina Hooda from the Lincoln Crossroads Music Festival.
28:0605/08/2021
McCook Block Party, Lincoln Crossroads Music, Lisa Beans, & more
On July 30, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: The Wildmans Band July 30 performance in McCook; the Lincoln Crossroads Music Festival; the River City Theatre Organ Society's presentation of a concert by Dave Wickerham; Humanities Nebraska Chautauqua in Ashland: this year's Nebraska Star Party; and, events at the Knight Museum in Alliance. Also, poetry by Lisa Beans.
01:04:3530/07/2021
Extra: Art in the Park Hastings
Anjanette Bonham tells us about this year's Art in the Park Hastings.
06:1029/07/2021
Paula Poundstone, Lincoln Comm. Playhouse, Montag, & more!
On July 23 join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: comedian Paula Poundstone's performance at the Lied Center; Lincoln Community Playhouse's outdoor production of “A Toby Show:" Blue Cat Gallery & Studio's juried exhibit in Wayne; a live performance at the Bemis Center in Omaha honoring Pulse nightclub victims; the Fort Cody Summer Music Series in North Platte; and Daniel Christian's performance schedule. Also, poetry by Kassandra Montag and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about an exhibition at The Maple Street Construct in Omaha.
01:05:5723/07/2021
Extra: Missoula Children's Theatre
The Missoula Children’s Theatre is in Nebraska again. They offer opportunities for young people to play a variety of roles in a variety of productions. Alise Perault from the Cather Center tells us about their stop in Red Cloud.
07:2722/07/2021
The Lark, Aaron Stroessner, Harlan County Dam Playhouse and more
On July 16 join Genevieve Randall, Tom Ineck and guests for lively conversations about: The Listening Room concert by Heather Newman; the new recording by jazz guitarist, songwriter and educator Aaron Stroessner; a new production by the Harlan County Dam Playhouse in Republican City; a youth production by the Beatrice Community Players; "The Addams Family" at Pinewood Bowl in Lincoln; and Angels Theatre Company's new season. Also, poetry by Kassandra Montag.
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Extra: Tom Ineck talks with Aaron Stroessner
"Jazz Currents" host Tom Ineck talks with jazz guitarist Aaron Stroessner about his new recording "Haymarket Station" he recorded with Kevin Lloyd, Mitchell Benson and Andew Wray. Stroessner also talks about his life as a musician and teacher.
17:2715/07/2021
Merryman, TadaStock 2, Kassandra Montag and more…
On the July 9 program join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: events at the Merryman Center in Kearney; Tada Theatre’s TadaStock 2; a new production by Hastings Community Theatre; events at The Most Unlikely Place in Lewellen; the Lied Center's new season; and the Lincoln Municipal Band's season. Also, poetry by Kassandra Montag and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about the new Big Canvas Theater in Omaha.
59:1009/07/2021
Extra: Paul Barnes
On this week's Extra, pianist Paul Barnes tells us about his July 13 recital as a part of the Lied Center Piano Academy.
15:0608/07/2021
Extra: Elizabeth Katt and Ross film review
Genevieve Randall talks with artist Elizabeth Katt about her new exhibition. Also, Kwakiutl Dreher reviews a new documentary showing at The Ross.
19:4601/07/2021
Friday LIVE 6/25, Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests
On the June 25 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests have lively conversations about:•The "Skipping Through Time" events and museum crawl along the Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway•Olde Glory Theatre in Seward's production for Christmas in July•A book by Larry Molczyk and the Broken Arrow Jam Camp•The Stransky Park Summer Concert series•Refurbishment of an historic carillon•And the Foundation Gardens Performance SeriesAlso, poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown.
54:2725/06/2021
Extra:Patriotic Concert in Ord
Genevieve Randall talks with the Assistant Director from the Golden Husk Theatre in Ord about a concert of patriotic music given by Kearney Jazz Society.
05:4924/06/2021
“Cather Author Series, Flatwater, OmniArts and more…”
On the June 18 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about:•National Willa Cather Center's author series with Chris Harding Thornton•Flatwater Music Festival in Hastings•A production of "Psycho Beach Party" from OmniArts Nebraska•The Darryl White Ensemble on the Jazz in June series•The inaugural Student Film Festival hosted by Civic Nebraska and The Bay•This year'sLincoln Arts Festival hosted by Lincoln Arts CouncilAlso, poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown.
01:02:2318/06/2021
Extra: Wahoo150
Genevieve Randall has a conversation with Stacy Ideus and Kim Homes about the Saunders County Historical Society & Museum and Wahoo150 celebration of the town of Wahoo’s 150 + 1 Anniversary.
07:5717/06/2021
Prairie Arts Center, Brownville Elvis, and more...
On the June 11 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests have lively conversations about: Prairie Arts Center's "Fire on the Prairie;" Brownville Concert Series' 30th Anniversary Season with Joseph Hall, who will perform as Elvis; Dan Dobson's dinner show at The Most Unlikely Place; BAT Academy Art Studio in West Point; Grover Cleveland Alexander Musical at Grand Island Northwest High School, June 11, 12 and 13; Flatwater Shakespeare's production of "Twelfth Night." Also, poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about the Juneteenth celebration at a library in Omaha.
01:01:5111/06/2021
Extra: Debby Greenblatt and David Seay
Genevieve Randall has a conversation with Debby Greenblatt and David Seay about their summer workshops.
06:3610/06/2021
43rd Army Band, Charley Friedman & Paul Barnes, The Lark, & more
On the June 4 Friday LIVE, guest host William Padmore, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Commander Paul Kenney tells us about the 43rd Army Band's tour of northeast Nebraska; artist Charley Friedman and pianist Paul Barnes tell us about their exhibition at the Bemis Center; The Lark in Hastings is back hosting live music as part of their Listening Room series; the Lied Center offers free summer concerts and more; Tada Theatre presents “The Great American Trailer Park;" and Kiechel Fine Art hosts Julia Leggent's “Ellipsis." Also, more poetry by Nebraska State Poet Matt Mason and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about this year's Omaha Summer Arts Festival.
57:0304/06/2021
Extra: "Soundtracks for the Present Future" extended interview
Genevieve Randall has an extended conversation with artist Charley Friedman and pianist/guitarist Paul Barnes about the "Soundtracks for the Present Future" installation at the Bemis Center.
13:5302/06/2021
Bemis, Jazz in June, Cather Conference and more!
On the May 28 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Bemis Center's Summer 2021 exhibitions; Jazz in June; 66th Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference; Calibraska Arts Initiative; International Humanitarian Photographer Randy Bacon solo exhibit in Norfolk; and Tugboat Gallery's Porch Art Palooza. Also, poetry by Nebraska State Poet Matt Mason.
54:4428/05/2021
Extra: Blixt Locally Grown
William Padmore and guests tell us about an event by Blixt Locally Grown in Lincoln.
09:0227/05/2021
Neihardt Historic Site, Tom Trenney, Matt Mason and more...
On the May 21 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests have lively conversations about: Neihardt State Historic Site Summer on the Lawn series; Abendmusik's "Give to Lincoln Day Music Marathon" and NWU Choir's “Only in the Love;" International Quilt Museum news and current exhibitions: Joel Sartore’s “Photo Ark,” sponsored by the Ogallala Regional Arts Council; Prairie Arts Center events in North Platte; and Beatrice Regional Orchestra's concert. Also, poetry by Nebraska State Poet Matt Mason and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about what's happening at the Blue Barn Theatre in Omaha.
56:1721/05/2021
Extra: Bug Squad’s Mission Possible
The virtual class “Bug Squad’s Mission Possible” comes to Omaha next week. William Padmore interviews Brian Galvin about this event hosted by the Omaha Children’s Museum.
10:1020/05/2021
Lincoln's Symphony, Yorkshire Playhouse, Stacey Waite, and more!
On the May 14 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Beatrice Community Players' production of "Love, Linda;" Yorkshire Playhouse's delayed production of the 2019 play writing competition; the last concert of the season by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's concert featuring the Young Jazz Artist Competition winner; and DELTA Reality's “White Daisies & Dragonflies." Also, poetry by Stacey Waite and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about what's happening at Amplify Arts in Omaha.
01:01:0014/05/2021
Extra: Lied Center Broadway Series
This week, the Lied Center announces their Broadway series for 2021-22. Lauren Durban reveals what is on the schedule.
14:1213/05/2021
Lincoln's Symphony, Nebraska Rep's Dracula, Studio K, and more!
On the May 7 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall, William Padmore, and guests have lively conversations about: the next concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra (01:29); the current production by the Nebraska Repertory Theatre (12:36); First Friday art opening and reception at Studio K in Grand Island (21:34); the reopening of the Robert Henri Museum in Cozad (38:50); and, Sam Stacy's performance at the Lied Center (52:18). Also, poetry by Stacey Waite (30:37), a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher (47:00), and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about what's happening at the Bellevue Little Theatre (59:20).
01:02:5107/05/2021
Extra: Lux Center
This week, a preview of the Lux Center's "Mayfest," First Friday events, and more!
05:5404/05/2021
OmniArts Nebraska, Stacey Waite, Chris Maxwell, and more!
On the April 30th Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall, William Padmore, and guests have lively conversations about: the next OmniArts Nebraska production (00:48); a book signing on April 30th at Francie & Finch (15:10); Rascal Martinez's performance in Norfolk (24:30); Alexio Anest's new album (35:47); 3rd Annual POYDS Dance Company Performing Arts Showcase (48:15); and, UNK's "green screen" Kurt Weill program (55:47). Also, poetry by Stacey Waite (09:17), and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about the Union for Contemporary Art's 10th anniversary (01:03:28).
01:09:4730/04/2021
Canadian Brass and Bess Streeter Aldrich
This week, conversations about the Canadian Brass's return to Lincoln and what's happening at the Bess Streeter Aldrich house in Elmwood.
19:0128/04/2021
American Spiritual Ensemble, Ross film review, LSO, and more!
On the April 23rd Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Arts for the Soul's presentation of Dr. Everett McCorvey and The American Spiritual Ensemble (01:20); The Platte River Art Show (22:52); the next concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra (34:53); and, Greenblatt & Seay events (47:00). Also, poetry by Saddiq Dzukogi (17:45), Kwakiutl Dreher reviews the film "Shiva Baby" (11:06) Melissa Rosales tells us about a play at Lincoln High School (28:48), and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn previews the next Omaha Symphony concert (54:45).
59:0723/04/2021
Kearney Symphony Orchestra
This week, Alison Gaines tells us about the next Kearney Symphony Orchestra concert.
09:2420/04/2021
McFarlane & Surrick, Grace Bauer, Black Voices, and more!
On the April 16th Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randal and guests have lively conversations about: Ronn McFarlane and Carolyn Surrick's performance (01:18); Grace Bauer’s new book (10:20); "Black Voices in a Time of Change" hosted by Kwame Dawes (21:35); Nebraska Brass and Nebraska Jazz Orchestra concerts, and the Thursday and Friday night music series, all presented by Arts Incorporated (36:00); Yorkshire Playhouse's presentation of "The New Kid on the Block" (43:39); Nebraska Grown Arts Festival (49:45); and, the UNL Wind Ensemble's concert featuring Nolan Schmit's new work (55:38). Also, poetry by Saddiq Dzukogi (31:47), and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about Vesper Concerts next concert (01:03:58).
01:09:3616/04/2021
Bass clarinetist Dr. Karl Kolbeck and pianist Dr. Angela Miller-
This week, bass clarinetist Dr. Karl Kolbeck and pianist Dr. Angela Miller-Niles tell us about their upcoming performance.
11:4715/04/2021