Connected. Side Street Studio Arts
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The arts community is diverse, vibrant, and vital. Connected is a podcast where the directors of Side Street Studio Arts have conversations with members of the local, regional, and national arts community discussing their work, trends in the arts, life, and how despite our differences we are all Connected. Join us each Wednesday for a new episode.
Interviews may contain adult language and themes.
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Connected. 052- Javi Azuna
Executive Director, Erin Rehberg has a conversation with artist Javi Azuna. They discuss his journey to Elgin, his growth as an artist, and the reception he receives for his work. Javi Azuna's show, Illegal Artist opens in the gallery April 5th.
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Connected. 051- Luiza Moraes
Executive Director Erin Rehberg has a conversation with Going Dutch Artist in residence, Luiza Moreas. They discuss Luiza's journey from Brazil to Europe, to Elgin, her approach to dance, and the struggles of becoming a resident.
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Connected. 050- Chris Arrecis and Andrew Vo
Alex has a chat with Side Street Studio Arts Exhibitions Coordinators, Chris Arrecis and Andrew Vo. They discuss the current show in the gallery, Monochrome: Purple, as well as the process of selecting producing an exhibition.
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Connected. 049- Rachel Benzing
Alex has a conversation with Rachel Benzing. They discuss dance, trends in the performing arts, and her upcoming show at the Winter Fringe.
You can see Rachel perform the Elgin Fringe Festival Winter Fringe on January 27, 2024 at the Elgin Public House. Tickets available at elginfringefestival.com/tickets
To learn more about Rachel, visit her website at rachelbenzingartist.com -
Connected. 048- Nelson Velazquez
Alex has a conversation with improviser Nelson Velazquez of Los Improviachis. They discuss the founding of the group, the parallels between improv and traditional acting, and comedy in general.
You can see Los Improviachis perform the Elgin Fringe Festival Winter Fringe on January 27, 2024 at the Elgin Public House. Tickets available at elginfringefestival.com/tickets
To learn more about Los Improviachis, visit their website at losimproviachis.com -
Connected. 047- Nicole Prokop
Alex has a conversation with Side Street Studio Arts artist in residence Nicole Prokop. They talk about Nicole's journey of becoming a working artist, imposter syndrome, and the pressure from family to find a "normal job".
Customer Reviews
Great podcast
The interview with Amanda Scharf was fantastic!
Love the variety.
I love hearing from the different directors and such a range of topics.