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Satch the Artist, Engineers and Fiber Artisans, Dorothy Alig at the Cummins Building, Indy Funk and Soul, and 4,000 Works of Clay
October 28, 2017
This week, how Julie Kern the banker became Satch the artist, how engineers and fiber artists decided to collaborate, how Dorothy Alig got her work in the new Cummins Building, that era when Indy had a booming funk and soul scene, and a show and sale of 4,000 works of clay.
Veterans & Tattoos, Writer Dan Grossman, Justin Vining's New Art, Bobdirex Redux, and IMA's Portraits of a City
October 21, 2017
This week, a photography exhibit that celebrates the special power of tattoos in the lives of veterans, a profile of Nuvo's new arts editor Dan Grossman, and Justin Vining's really big work in the lobby of Clowes Hall. Also on tap: Bob Harbin's company BobDirex brings back the spirit of burlesque and vaudeville in an expanded version of an IndyFringe show, and the IMA explores our citizens and asks "Where would you like to wake up tomorrow?"
Spirit & Place Festival, Ann Katz Festival, Native Art Now, Bill Foley Takes On A Challenger, And A Teen Film Composer
October 14, 2017
This week, the Spirit & Place Festival explores power, the Ann Katz Festival celebrates books, films, food, and more, and Native Art Now showcases the best of the Eiteljorg's Contemporary Art Fellows' work. Plus, photographer Bill Foley creates stunning portraits of nuns, and teen composer Ashton Gleckman scores films. Don't miss out - tune in!
A New Public Art Initiative, Brett Wiscons' New Work, Broadway in Indianapolis's Season, Influential Women Speak, and DK Channels The Beatles
October 7, 2017
This week, the Arts Council of Indianapolis has a new public art initiative, Small Studio's Brett Wiscons is on tour, Broadway comes to Indianapolis, influential women give talks, and Dance Kaleidoscope takes us on a Magical Mystery Tour.
Early Andy Warhol, Jazz at UIndy, Celebrating Immigrants' Gifts, A Pre-Enactment, and Ghost Stories at Crown Hill Cemetery
September 30, 2017
This week UIndy's jazz season, a Full Circle Festival, and Andy Warhol at the Long-Sharp Gallery. We'll also learn how the arts can envision a more connected neighborhood, and narrowly escape a boo-hag. Don't miss out - tune in!
Fat Turtle Theatre Debuts. Steve Archbold Writes About Poverty, Koganada's Film About Columbus, Vess Ruhtenberg, and Mandrell Photography
September 23, 2017
This week an in-depth conversation with the writer and director of the new film Columbus, we'll meet the Fat Turtle Theatre Company, and we'll preview Vess Ruhtenberg's Small Studio Session. We'll also learn about a new book about poverty, and meet a husband and wife photography team.
Nuts at Buck Creek Players, IDADA is Closing its Doors, Free Cultural Landscape Tours, 50 Cities of the USA, and Keith Hampton's Automatic Art
September 16, 2017
This week, a Buck Creek Players production about legal shades of gray, what life will be like for Indy galleries after IDADA's demise, and a weekend devoted to touring our city's greatest landscapes. We'll also check out a new kids' book that helps families explore cities, and discover automatic art with painter and sculptor Keith Hampton.
Justin Vining and Benny Sanders, Sylvi and Sean Gray, The Geeky Press, and The IRT's James Still
September 9, 2017
This week, we're revisiting some of our favorite recent interviews. Tune in for conversations with painters and friends Justin Vining and Benny Sanders, mother and son artists Sylvia and Sean Gray, The Geeky Press, and IRT Playwright-in-Residence James Still. And if you're at the Penrod Arts Fair at Newfields on Saturday, September 9th, come say "Hi" - we're broadcasting "The Art of the Matter" live next to the WFYI Blues tent from 11:00 to 2:00.
Jeff Byrd Performs, Columbus Holds a Scottish Festival, The Texas Tenors Come to Town, ATI Raises Eyebrows this Season, and a Classical Guitar Season Not to be Missed
September 2, 2017
This week, a sneak preview of Actors Theatre of Indiana's fall offerings, the Indianapolis Society of the Classical Guitar, and nearly 5,000 visitors celebrate Scottish heritage, music, and food in Columbus, Indiana. We'll also hear from one of the Texas Tenors about their upcoming performance in Indy, and get the skinny on Jeff Byrd's upcoming concert.
Butler Arts Center Fall Season, The Cabaret Gets a New Home, Rob Dixon's Small Studio Session, Carrie Newcomer's New Projects, And IUPUI's Museum Studies Program
August 26, 2017
This week, the Butler Arts Center has some surprises planned, the Cabaret is no longer itinerant, and Rob Dixon recorded a Small Studio Session for us. We'll also learn why IUPUI is famous in museum circles, and get the latest update on Carrie Newcomer's career. Don't miss out - tune in!
New Book by Georgia Buchanan, Science Kits at the State Museum, Larissa Hammond at the Tube Factory, Start With Art, and Penrod
August 19, 2017
This week, How to Live Beyond 90 Without Falling Down - really, it's a new memoir by Georgia Buchanan - John and Sarah Lechleiter play with science kits at the Indiana State Museum, and Larissa Hammond is turns an obstacle into an advantage at the Tube Factory. We'll also get sneak previews of the Start With Art luncheon and the Penrod Arts Fair. Don't miss out - tune in!
Indy Fringe Fest, Carmel Celebration of Bands, Exhibit Columbus, Nickel Plate Arts, and Poet Adrian Matejka
August 12, 2017
It's nearly time for the Indy Fringe Fest, all the bands are coming to Carmel, and why you should visit Columbus, Indiana this month. We'll also get a sneak preview of Nickel Plate Arts' fall season, and meet poet Adrian Matejka. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."
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