508 episodes
Voice of the Arts WQED Multimedia
-
- Arts
-
-
4.8 • 5 Ratings
-
Insights and anecdotes from musicians, dancers, artists, actors and directors, as well as audience response.
-
Brian Worsdale - Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestras 50 Years
Music Director and Conductor of the Three Rivers Young Peoples Orchestras (TRYPO), Brian Worsdale, spoke with Anna Singer and Jim Cunningham about their upcoming concert, Cheers to 50 Years! on May 5th at Carnegie Music Hall in Oakland. Brian highlights the two concerts on the 5th, one at 1:15 pm that showcases all four symphonic groups and the other at 6 pm that features the Young Peoples Orchestra with Broadway star Norm Lewis. Brian also talks about the very special award that TRYPO will be giving to WQED-FM's own Jim Cunningham and Anna Singer. Visit https://trypo.org/ to find the program and tickets!
-
Thomas Douglas - Bach Choir Carmina Burana Africana
Artistic Director and Conductor of Bach Choir of Pittsburgh, Thomas Douglas, spoke with WQED-FM's afternoon host, Anna Singer, about their upcoming concert, A Satire: Carmina Burana Africana, on Friday, April 26th and Saturday, April 27th at the Campbell Memorial Chapel at Chatham University. Thomas discusses how this version of Carmina Burana differs slightly with the inclusion of an African drum ensemble from West Virginia University and dancing with K-Theatre Dance Complex. Thomas also introduces a very special guest, his dog, Betty Davis. Visit https://www.bachchoirpittsburgh.org/ to learn more and find tickets.
-
Wayne Brinda - Prime Stage Theatre Witness for the Prosecution
Producing Artistic Director of Prime Stage Theatre, Wayne Brinda, spoke with WQED-FM about Prime Stage's upcoming production of Agatha Christie's Witness for the Prosecution running from May 3rd to May 12th at the New Hazlett Theater. Wayne talks about the shows intrigue and drama, as a man is put on trial for murder with his wife being a witness for the prosecution! Wayne also highlights their special post-show discussion on May 4th with New York Times bestselling author and Pittsburgh native, Marie Benedict, whose historical fiction novels explore many people including Agatha Christie. Visit https://primestage.com/events/witness/ to learn more about the show and find tickets.
-
Desiree Soteres and Dr. Mildred Myers
Founder of Aria412 Desiree Soteres and Board Chair, Dr. Mildred Myers, spoke with Jim Cunningham about several upcoming events for the group. The first event features a program entitled Bad Company, on May 7th at 7 pm at Hop Farm Brewing Company. Following that event, Aria412 will present I Hear America Singing, May 9th to the 11th at the Rauh Studio Theatre on University of Pittsburgh's campus. Desiree highlights how they will also be producing a filmed version of I Hear America Singing. They both also briefly discuss their new full length opera performance based on Thomas the Rhymer in October of this year. Visit https://www.aria412pgh.com/ to learn more about Aria412 and find tickets.
-
Meroe Kahlia Adeeb - Pittsburgh Opera's "The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson"
Pittsburgh Opera presents "The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson" at the Byham Theater from April 27th through May 5th. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with Meroe Khalia Adeeb, who sings the role of Isabelle.
-
Kamille Howard - Pittsburgh Opera's "The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson"
Pittsburgh Opera presents "The Passion of Mary Cardwell Dawson" at the Byham Theater from April 27th through May 5th. WQED-FM's Anna Singer spoke with stage director Kamille Howard.
Customer Reviews
Yin’s Need This Podcast
WQED is The Voice of the Arts in Pittsburgh and these easy-to-digest episodes give listeners a taste of the Brugh’s finest cultural amenities, attractions, and special events. Monitor the show weekly for unique and memorable content from a team committed to supporting the community’s non-profit arts organizations.
Gem of a podcast for Pgh cultural scene
This is a great way to stay up to date on the cultural scene around the Pittsburgh region. WQED FM hosts, led by Jim Cunningham and Anna Singer, interview a wide variety of creative types and cultural influencers to hear their insights and anecdotes. With exclusive interviews, Voice of the Arts connects listeners with local talent, leaders and scene-makers, as well as national and international artists who come to town.