ideastream Arts & Culture: Recent Episodes
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ideastream's arts and culture team examines current events, explores cultural trends and celebrates visual and performing arts in Northeast Ohio.
Comedian-turned-historian Ritch Shydner says Mark Twain and Abraham Lincoln were fans. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/clevelands-artemus-ward-remembered-as-pioneer-of-stand-up-comedy.
Written for young adults, the book follows the main character as she navigates everything from racism to dating. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/cleveland-author-echo-brown-shares-first-generation-ivy-league-experiences-in-the-chosen-one.
Photographer Janet Macoska has captured the heart of rock and roll in Northeast Ohio since the 1960s. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/photographer-janet-macoska-captures-the-heart-of-rock-and-roll-in-northeast-ohio.
Cincinnati and Toledo offer models for Northeast Ohio and other parts of the state. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/ohio-artists-and-arts-advocates-lobby-for-arpa-funds.
A writer, dancer, visual artist and musician share rituals and intentions for 2022 Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/talking-new-year-rituals-and-intentions-with-northeast-ohio-artists.
Before dying in Iraq her husband left a journal for their newborn son Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/former-clevelander-dana-canedy-tells-the-story-behind-the-new-biopic-a-journal-for-jordan.
Exploring the dream of a film production economy in Northeast Ohio. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/if-cleveland-builds-a-soundstage-will-moviemakers-come.
Bill Garvey brings 26 years of film production experience to the job. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/new-greater-cleveland-film-commission-president-on-moviemaking-tax-incentives.
A new exhibit at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History looks back at the museum's history. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/cleveland-museum-of-natural-history-celebrates-its-100-years-of-discovery.
From restaurants to home kitchens, new book offers non-meat and dairy versions of classic dishes. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/rust-belt-vegan-kitchen-offers-new-take-on-midwest-comfort-food.
The show spotlights what it is like to act as a bridge between different cultures. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/former-refugees-act-as-brokers-without-borders-in-akron-gum-dip-theatre-production.
Northeast Ohio musician Lalit Subramanian and writer Thrity Umrigar share memories of the Diwali holiday. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/northeast-ohio-artists-share-memories-of-diwali-holiday.
They may not be a household name, but their impact is huge Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/fun-facts-about-influential-rock-hall-inductees-kraftwerk.
A bevy of music stars are scheduled to attend Saturday's ceremony. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/5-things-to-know-about-the-rock-hall-inductions-in-cleveland.
New contemporary art exhibition highlights diverse representations of motherhood. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/see-inside-picturing-motherhood-now-at-the-cleveland-museum-of-art.
A requirement to test staff and actors three times a week came as both a surprise and obstacle. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/new-actors-equity-covid-19-rules-challenge-cleveland-area-theaters.
Elyria native's new film "War On The Diamond" details history of baseball rivalry between Cleveland and New York. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/cleveland-and-new-york-rivalry-focus-of-andy-billmans-war-on-the-diamond.
Firestone Community Learning Center's robust arts program carries on with COVID safety protocols in place. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/akron-firestone-performing-arts-students-wont-be-silenced-by-covid-19.
As a Cleveland Heights teen, Jan Mitchell flew to London to meet the Beatles and ended up in trouble with the law. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/jan-mitchell-details-teenage-trip-to-beatleland-in-my-ticket-to-ride.
The 79-year-old is honored for his Lifetime Achievement as a writer Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/anisfield-wolf-samuel-delany-on-writing-and-racial-reckoning.
Fees waived the morning music meditation program Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/after-covid-surge-cleveland-orchestra-offers-mindful-music-for-free.
James McBride has won the 2021 Anisfield-Wolf Book Award for his novel "Deacon King Kong.' Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/anisfield-wolf-james-mcbride-returns-to-brooklyn-with-new-novel.
Vincent Brown wins Cleveland-based award for "Tacky’s Revolt: The Story of an Atlantic Slave War" Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/anisfield-wolf-vincent-brown-explores-transatlantic-slave-trade.
Advocacy group looking to flex the community's economic muscle. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/assembly-for-the-arts-unveils-plan-to-unite-local-cultural-sector.
Award-winning poet lets the language take her for a walk. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/anisfield-wolf-victoria-chang-in-search-of-words-for-grief-in-obit.
Historic venue's $8.5 million capital project restored the grand lobby, added a new stage and beautified the exterior. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/see-inside-akron-civic-theatres-restored-grand-lobby-new-stage.
Natasha Trethewey's memoir about the impact of her mother's life and death. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/anisfield-wolf-natasha-trethewey-shares-love-and-loss-in-memorial-drive.
The 40-year-old looks to change some cultural narratives Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/antwoine-washington-celebrates-black-family-life-at-transformer-station.
Dance companies from Northeast Ohio return to outdoor stages this summer. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/as-dancers-return-to-stage-some-chart-new-path-due-to-pandemic.
. It’s a scavenger hunt or sorts where people visit specific locations and see the art revealed via augmented reality. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/discover-art-in-cleveland-neighborhoods-through-crossroads-exhibit.
The collection of short stories delves into the lives of those seen as outsiders and how people treat one another. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/what-makes-a-monster-lakewood-author-alex-difrancesco-on-transmutation.
After four decades, the movie chain is looking for light at end of COVID-19 tunnel Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/cleveland-cinemas-banking-on-sba-funds-capitol-theatre-to-reopen-in-august.
Amanda Wicker made her mark on Cleveland as a teacher, fashion designer, business owner and community leader. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/exhibit-honors-20th-century-cleveland-black-fashion-legend-amanda-wicker.
A new album releases this weekend for Juneteenth celebrating inner city Cleveland called "In Search of the Land." Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/twelve-literary-arts-goes-in-search-of-the-land-with-new-album.
A plan to build new public art and green space in Cleveland seeks to heal wounds. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/past-lessons-inform-art-and-parks-plan-for-clevelands-east-side.
Lingering COVID-19 concerns turned this year's parade into a series of city-wide art installations. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/parade-the-city-includes-new-cleveland-museum-of-art-community-center.
Cleveland illustrator starts conversations about gender identity with children's books. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/andy-passchier-illustrates-childrens-book-what-are-your-words.
Blank Canvas Theatre stages it's latest drive-in musical production, "A New Hope," at 78th Street Studios this weekend. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/blank-canvas-theatre-stages-drive-in-productions-during-pandemic.
Two area teens stepped out of their comfort zones to create and perform theater on Zoom with Cleveland Public Theatre. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/teens-share-pandemic-perspectives-in-cleveland-public-theatre-production.
Cleveland International Film Festival honors Stephens with award in addition to screening his films. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/sandusky-native-todd-stephens-on-swan-song-and-lgbtq-filmmaking.
From punk portraits to surrealistic landscapes, painter's work has deeply personal themes. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/lakewood-artist-arabella-proffer-shares-advice-for-living.
Creative workers consider a year of COVID-19 and things taken for granted. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/northeast-ohio-artists-reflect-on-pandemic-lessons.
Laura Maylene Walter's debut novel explores adolescence, destiny and women's agency. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/cleveland-author-imagines-world-where-moles-predict-fate-in-body-of-stars.
A look at some of the ways in-person entertainment may return in Northeast Ohio this year. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/outdoor-entertainment-ambiguity-ahead-for-northeast-ohio-arts-scene.
Nico Walker's bestselling novel was written while the war hero was in federal prison. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/cherry-author-nico-walker-on-story-behind-new-russo-brothers-film.
Architectural historian Jeannine Love reveals little known stories behind some well-known buildings. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/architecture-book-helps-decode-messages-in-cleveland-buildings.
New CMA exhibit features a range of works, some rarely displayed, as well as the details behind the selections. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/4-pandemic-inspired-stories-from-storage-at-cleveland-museum-of-art.
Cast and crew of the new film "Judas and the Black Messiah" spent quality time at Boys & Girls Club in Slavic Village. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/while-in-cleveland-judas-and-the-black-messiah-visited-boys-girls-club.
Area arts groups are combining their skills to promote a new tax revenue source. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/cuyahoga-county-arts-advocates-make-case-for-broader-tobacco-tax.
In 1997, the award-winning actor delivered a memorable performance for a star-struck fan. Detailed show notes at https://wcpn.ideastream.org/news/remembering-cloris-leachman-s-dramatic-visit-to-wcpn.