Voice of the Arts

WQED Multimedia
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  • Performing Arts
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Insights and anecdotes from musicians, dancers, artists, actors and directors, as well as audience response.

  1. 1d ago

    Playbox Productions Presents Sam Shepard's True West

    Playbox Productions, for their second-ever production, present Sam Shepard's True West. Executive Producer/actor Marc Palombo and actor Braxton McCollum speak with Anna Singer about the young company, collaborative theater making, and playing brothers in the show. Marc talks about starting Playbox as a collaborative space to create truthful, emotionally honest performances. Braxton and Marc's characters, Lee and Austin, reunite after five years while Austin works on a screenplay in their mother's house. It's a story about sibling rivalry and individual identity. Marc and Braxton also share their favorite scenes from the play. True West runs at the Three Stories Theater from September 24th-October 4th. More information, performance details, and tickets are available on Playbox Productions' website. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 1d ago

    Opus: Impact Opens Its New Season with PSO Musicians!

    This Sunday, September 20th marks the beginning of Academy Concerts' Opus: Impact season. Vocalist Sydney Kaczorowski, PSO cellist Adam Liu, and pianist Fabio Gentilli speak with Anna Singer about the program. Mozart's Sonata for Piano and Violin in G major, K. 301 opens the concert, followed by Brahms's Sonata for Piano and Cello in F major, Op. 99 and Beethoven's Piano Trio in C minor Op. 1, No. 3. Adam talks about the intimacy of chamber music and performing with Fabio through the lens of friendship. Adam and Fabio will be joined by PSO violinist Irene Cheng. Sydney also gives a preview the other concerts in Opus: Impact's season. Opus: Impact opens its season this Sunday, September 20th at 3:00pm at Allegheny Unitarian Universalist Church. Tickets are pay-what-you-can, with a suggested donation of $20. More information is available on the Academy Concerts website. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. 2d ago

    In Clay at City Theatre

    City Theatre opens its 35th anniversary season this weekend with In Clay. Director Kimberly Senior and City Theatre Artistic Director Clare Drobot speak with Anna Singer about the production. In Clay is a "pandemic play," a solo musical written by Rebecca Simmonds and Jack Miles that unearths the overlooked artistry of ceramic artist Marie-Berthe Cazin. Clare describes seeing In Clay in Washington, D.C., where Kimberly also directed the show, and bringing it to Pittsburgh. Kimberly tells the story about how she came into the project, and how In Clay depicts relationships, the ordinary, and what it means to be an artist. Alex Finke, a New York City-based performer, stars as Marie-Berthe. Music director Matt Herbert leads Pittsburgh-based musicians Mila Shadel, Justin P. Bendel, and Stephen Weiss through the show's Parisian Jazz score. Clare also talks about the partnerships surrounding this show, with both MCG Jazz and Union Project, to incorporate the work of local Pittsburgh ceramicists. In Clay runs at City Theatre from September 19th–October 11th. Performance details and tickets are available on City Theatre's website. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. 4d ago

    A Sneak Peek at Chamber Music Pittsburgh's 2026-2027 Season!

    Chamber Music Pittsburgh returns for their 2026-2027 season, Revolutions: A Radical Returning! Executive Director Martha Bonta speaks with Jim Cunningham about the season's theme and stellar lineup. This season takes inspiration from Ludwig van Beethoven, himself a revolutionary composer. Two centuries after Beethoven's death, this theme is an exploration of the radical, imaginative, and unique voices in chamber music across four centuries of sound. Featured composers include Beethoven, Valerie Coleman, Debussy, Ravel, and more. The season opens with the Takács Quartet, followed by "Valerie Coleman & Friends." The fan-favorite complete Bach Brandenburg Concertos return to Carnegie Music Hall in November to kick off the holiday season. And the Danish String Quartet, Jonathan Biss, and the Israeli Chamber Project ring in the new year. Season subscriptions and individual tickets are now available! Find more information, subscribe, and purchase tickets on Chamber Music Pittsburgh's website. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Sep 11

    Music on the Bluff Returns with Brahms

    Duquesne University's Music on the Bluff series returns for its 2026-2027 season, which features the music of Johannes Brahms. Dean of Music and Artistic Director of the series, David Allen Wehr, joined Anna Singer live on the QED Morning Show to talk about the season. Brahms on the Bluff includes four concerts over the academic year, opening this Sunday, September 13th. The first concert features the Hungarian Dances and Waltzes, and in the second half a vocal journey through Brahms's music. Preceding the concert is a conversation with Dr. Benjamin Binder, who will play with Dean Wehr, pianist Cynthia Raim, soprano Martha Guth, and baritone Randall Scarlata. Every Music on the Bluff concert takes place at the Mary Papper School of Music's PNC Recital Hall at 3:00pm, with a pre-concert talk at 2:30pm. You can find more information about the season and purchase tickets to each concert on Duquesne University's website. A livestream is also available on the IEMMA Broadcast Network. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Sep 10

    Eden Mishler Ihrig - Johnstown Concert Ballet

    Johnstown Concert Ballet has been serving the Johnstown area with almost 60 years of exceptional ballet training and inspiring performances. Founded by the late Carla Prucnal and now under the direction of Eden Mishler Ihrig, Johnstown Concert Ballet has become a cornerstone of the local arts community - committed to nurturing dancers of all ages in a supportive, professional, and enriching environment where creativity, confidence, and discipline flourish. WQED-FM's Bryan Sejvar spoke with Eden about the company; moving into a brand new space this year; their two big productions each year of The Nutcracker in December and a classical ballet in the spring. Eden also talks about her journey through dance and how she was a student at the Johnstown Concert Ballet when she was a kid and is thrilled to come back to Johnstown to be it's Director. More information can be found at https://johnstownconcertballet.org/home. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Sep 8

    Carnegie Carnegie & Cello Fury - Melodies, Moods, and Movies

    The Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall have teamed up with Cello Fury for the next concert in Carnegie Carnegie's inaugural family series! Music Hall Director Heidi Matthews and Cello Fury members Nicole Meyers and Simon Cummings speak with Jim Cunningham about the concert. Cello Fury's program, “Melodies, Moods and Movies,” takes students on a journey from the silent film era to today’s movie blockbusters. Nicole talks about the interactive elements they have planned, including teaching kids about foley and quizzing their soundtrack knowledge. Simon hints at the concert's finale, an adventure story accompanied by a score and narration. Heidi, Nicole, and Simon also preview other upcoming events for the Carnegie Carnegie and Cello Fury. Bring your family to see Cello Fury on Saturday, September 12th at 3:00pm. Tickets are pay what makes you happy, with suggested donations of $5 for kids and $10 for adults. More information is available on the Carnegie Carnegie's website. Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Sep 4

    Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center 2026-2027 Season

    The Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center sits on the campus of the University of Pittsburgh Johnstown and is celebrating it's 35th Anniversary. Their 2026-2027 season of events has something for everyone - kicking off with a concert by Kenny G on September 20th; a TEDx talk on October 3rd; the US Field Army Band on October 26th; along with local arts groups and performances. WQED-FM's Bryan Sejvar spoke to Executive Director Janie Leck-Grela about recent upgrades done to the theater; other events taking place at the center; being a resource for the Johnstown community; and the importance of the arts. Additional information on the Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center can be found here: https://www.upjarts.org/ Thanks for tuning in to WQED's Voice of the Arts, Pittsburgh's trusted source for arts and culture in our region. Whether you're passionate about classical music, film, theater, opera, or local music, we’re here to bring you closer to the heart of Pittsburgh's local arts scene. Don’t miss our musician interviews, the latest local music news, and performing arts insights from across the Southwestern Pennsylvania region. Subscribe and follow to stay connected with the vibrant voices shaping Pittsburgh’s creative community. Visit https://www.wqed.org/ to see what else WQED is doing in our community. Until next time, keep supporting the arts and keep listening to Voice of the Arts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Insights and anecdotes from musicians, dancers, artists, actors and directors, as well as audience response.

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  • Creator
    WQED Multimedia
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    704
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    Voice of the Arts

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