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Art On The AirArt On The AirThis week on ART ON THE AIR features Books, Brushes, and Bands for Education founder Michelle Golden with Ian Brundidg, artist Ashley January, Spotlight on the Family Folklore’s radio playThis week (4/5 & 4/7) on ART ON THE AIR features Books, Brushes, and Bands for Education founder Michelle Golden and Communications and Development Manager, Ian Brundige discussing its mission and it upcoming events. Next South Shore Arts Neighbors exhibit artist Ashley January discussing her deeply personal art journey. Our Spotlight is on the Family Folklore’s play about the 1933 Homes of Tomorrow coming to the Dunes with Meg Demakas. Tune in on Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Media 89.1FM for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen at lakeshorepublicmedia.org/show/AOTA, and can also be heard Fr...2024-02-2858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirThis week on ART ON THE AIR LaPorte County Symphony conductor, Carolyn Watson, attorney turned author Larry Evans's novel, “Unauthorized Practices," and spotlight on Indiana Ballet's “Nutcracker”This week on ART ON THE AIR LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra conductor, Carolyn Watson returns to update us on her recent career moves and plans for the orchestra. Next we have well-known litigation attorney turned author, Larry Evans sharing his novel, “Unauthorized Practices” set right in Valparaiso. Our Spotlight is on Indiana Ballet Theatre’s annual production of the “Nutcracker” December 7th through 10th at IU Northwest’s Main Stage with Artistic Director Gloria Tuohy. And a Spotlight extra, the Memorial Opera House presents the stage adaptation of the Irving Berlin musical, “White Christmas” opening Nov 30th running through December 17th pl...2023-11-0858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirThis week on ART ON THE AIR our 200th episode features Rob Verdi of Side Street Strutters, Larry Brewer of South Shore Dance Alliance, and spotlight on Lakeshore Community ConcertsThis week (9/2 & 9/4) on ART ON THE AIR our 200th episode this Labor Day Weekend we feature Rob Verdi of the jazz ensemble the Side Street Strutters about their September 8th concert in Munster. Next we explore the storied career of the founder and executive director for the South Shore Dance Alliance, Larry Brewer. Our spotlight is on Lakeshore Community Concerts new 2022-23 concert season with Carolyn Bochardt. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON...2022-08-2558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirRadio broadcasters Ric Federichi and Michael Puente, and spotlight is on The Depot’s Holiday Sale - November 20th and 21stThis week (11/12 & 11/14) on ART ON THE AIR features two radio broadcasters beginning with WIMS owner and morning host, Ric Federichi and next longtime region reporter for Chicago’s WBEZ and Off Mic on Lakeshore Public Radio, Michael Puente. Our spotlight is on The Depot’s Holiday Sale Nov 20th and 21st with Nancy Schwab and Suzy Vance. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Mo...2021-10-2758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist Lauralee Sikorski, Greening of the Arts exhibit at Calumet College, spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony’s A Jazzy American Salute concertThis week (11/5 & 11/7) on ART ON THE AIR features Connecticut-born artist, Lauralee Sikorski who works in Murals, Fine Art Paintings, Sculpture & Large Scale Public Works Projects. Next we discuss the current Greening of the Arts exhibit at Calumet College. Our spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony’s Carolyn Watson and Tim King with "A Jazzy American Salute" concert on Nov 13th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on...2021-10-2758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirThe Great Crusades front man, Brian Krumm, spotlight on Footlight Players’ November playThis week (10/29 & 10/31) on ART ON THE AIR our whole interview features lead singer and guitarist for the Chicago-based rock band, The Great Crusades, Brian Krumm, who has been performing well over 20 years who will be both sharing about the band, and his own upcoming solo music projects. Our Spotlight is on Michigan City’s Footlight Players’ upcoming production, “Miracle on South Division Street,” running November 5th through the 14th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON T...2021-10-1258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirCanadian Born music conductor, Maestro Kirk Muspratt, jewelry artist Steven Shaikh, Spotlight on Diversified Artists Visionaries’ November exhibitThis week (10/22 & 10/24) on ART ON THE AIR we explore the life and musical journey of the Canadian Born music director and conductor for the Northwest Indiana Symphony, Maestro Kirk Muspratt, now in his 20th season, Next we speak with fine jewelry artist from India to the USA, Steven Shaikh. Our Spotlight is with Carol Estes for Diversified Artists Visionaries’ November exhibit at Wild Rose Brewery. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR sh...2021-10-1258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirART ON THE AIR Spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony's Drayton Family’s Children Concert SeriesART ON THE AIR Spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony with Executive Director Tim King discussing the Drayton Family’s Children Concert Series now in its 33rd year. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (10/10) on 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM or lakeshorepublicradio.org/programs/art-air  Please have your friends send show feedback to Lakeshore at: radiofeedback@lakeshorepublicmedia.org ...2021-10-0805 minArt On The AirArt On The AirCalumet Region born Nashville singer songwriter, Kiely Connell, Spotlight on Lubeznik Center for Arts Fall ExhibitThis week (10/15 & 10/17) on ART ON THE AIR we celebrate our 3rd anniversary with Calumet Region born Nashville singer songwriter, who writes and performs songs that have a gothic western aesthetic, Kiely Connell, discussing both her personal and musical journey with the release of her new LP, Calumet Queen on November 12th. Our Spotlight is on Lora Fosberg discussing the fall exhibits at Lubeznik Center for the Arts in Michigan City. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to...2021-10-0658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDocumentary producer Cynthia Biestek, sculptor Bonnie Zimmer, spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony's Children Concert SeriesThis week (10/8 & 10/10) on ART ON THE AIR features documentary producer Cynthia Biestek and her new film about Cuban guitar sensation, Eliades Ochoa, airing in October on Lakeshore PBS. Next we have sculptor Bonnie Zimmer who creates vessels and works from natural and found materials. Our Spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony Executive Director with Tim King discussing the Drayton Family’s Children Concert Series now in its 33rd year. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past AR...2021-09-2858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirRegion jazz musician, Patti Shaffner, the band Theyrgy, Spotlight 2021 Michigan City Video Fest & Chesterton Art Center’s October Exhibit opening October 3rd.This week (10/1 & 10/3) on ART ON THE AIR we feature region jazz musician, Patti Schaffner, shares her new album, From The Left Side of My Heart. Next Chicago’s Post-Punk electronic band Theyrgy and their second EP Interrupteur on August 21st. Our Spotlight is on the 2021 Michigan City Video Fest accepting entries through October 15th at MCvideofest.com and Chesterton Art Center’s October Exhibit Through Our Eyes opening October 3rd. Tune in on FrSpotlight is on the 2021 Michigan CityVideo Festiday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web...2021-09-1558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirLong time theater personality Shelley Crosby and spotlight on Emily Ramirez, the director for Memorial Opera House’s musical, "9 to 5"This week (9/24 & 9/26) on ART ON THE AIR our whole feature interview is with long time theater personality who has appeared for many years as a professional actress, managed Theatre at The Center’s box office, served as artistic director for the American Girl, education director for the Towle Theatre, and currently administers The Den Theatrein Chicago plus a dear friend, Shelley Crosby. Our Spotlight is on Emily Ramirez, the director of Memorial Opera House’s production of the musical, 9 to 5 running through October 3rd. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with...2021-09-0858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist, art educator, author Diane Grams. fiber artist Susan Atwell, spotlight on Lakeshore Community Concerts & Michigan City Video FestThis week (9/17 & 9/19) on ART ON THE AIR we feature artist, art educator, author Diane Grams about her summer residency at Skowhegan studying fresco painting. Next fiber artist Susan Atwell shares her Indiana Arts Commission On-Ramp Grant experience and her upcoming demonstrations. Our Spotlight is on Lakeshore Community Concert president Carolyn Borchardt about their concert season beginning September 15thwith Taylor Red and the Michigan City Video Fest. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE...2021-09-0358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirOff-Broadway playwright, Taylor Tash, country music sensation Taylor Red, and spotlight on the Hoosier Star vocal competitionThis week (9/10 & 9/12) on ART ON THE AIR we feature Off-Broadway playwright, Taylor Tash, discussing his new musical Night Tide coming to Towle Theatre. Next we feature a new country music sensation consisting of identical red-headed triplets, Taylor Red appearing September 15th in Munster. Our Spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony’s Tim King discussing the Hoosier Star on September 11th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation w  5pm and Sunday (9/12) on 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM or lakeshorepublicradio.org/programs/art-air  Please have your friends send show feedback to Lake...2021-09-0158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirART ON THE AIR is on Location at the 2021 Lubeznik Art Festival and our Spotlight is on Art Barn's 2021 Art BlitzThis week (9/3 & 9/5) on  our whole show is on location from the 2021 Lubeznik Art Festival interviewing over twenty out-of-town artists discussing their art and the return to in-person festival events. Our Spotlight is on this year’s Art Barn’s Art Blitz running September 18 and 19 with executive director Amy Navardauskas. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (9/5) on 7pm on La...2021-08-2758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirFantasy artist Shawn Elizabeth Russell. actor Joette Waters, and Spotlight on Connie and George KassalThis week (8/27 & 8/29) on ART ON THE AIR we feature Wildlife and Fantasy artist specializing in creating highly detailed depictions, Shawn Elizabeth Russell. Next we feature a Chicago based actor working over 40 years in theater, film and television, Joette Waters. Our Spotlight is on Connie and George Kassal discussing their upcoming September and October exhibits at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech...2021-08-2158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirGlass Artist Mark Laputa along artist Melanie T Long, photographer Richard Warner, and spotlight on Lubezink's 2021 Art FestivalThis week (8/20 & 8/22) on ART ON THE AIR we feature glass sculpture artist, Mark Laputa along artist Melanie T Long who works in a variety of media. Next we have long-time Michigan   City photographer, Richard Warner, talking about his diverse photo projects. Our Spotlight is on Lubeznik Center for Art’s 40th Art Festival returning live on August 21 and 22 with executive director Janet Bloch. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brec...2021-08-1358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist, designer, photographer, and creative director Chuck Anderson of No Pattern, and the spotlight is on Improductions's Nelson VelazquezThis week (8/13 & 8/15) on ART ON THE AIR our whole feature interview is with artist, designer, photographer, and creative director, known for his surreal use of color & light, pioneering juxtapositions of traditional & digital mediums, founding No Pattern at age 18, Chuck Anderson. Our Spotlight is on Improductions Director of Operations, Nelson Velazquez about their post-covid improv productions and classes. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP...2021-08-0458 minArt On The AirArt On The AirFriendship Botanical Gardens' John Leinweber, Dustin Richea and Zachery Gipson of Roll Seekers, Spotlight on 4th Street TheatreThis week (8/6 & 8/8) on ART ON THE AIR features the board president for Michigan City’s Friendship Botanical Gardens, John Leinweber about the recent renovations at the garden. Next we visit tabletop role-playing experience, inspired from Tolkien, Dungeon and Dragons, and Pathfinder, Roll Seekers with dungeon master Dustin Richea and Zachery Gipson as Lexi Max. Our Spotlight is on the 4th  Street Theatre’s Annual Ten Minute Play Festival coming November 5th with Angela Heid. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP...2021-07-2858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirBulgarian-born, world-class, Concert Pianist Tania Stavreva and spotlight on the 62nd Chesterton Art Fair with Wendy MarciniakThis week (7/30 & 8/1) on ART ON THE AIR features a Bulgarian-born, world-class piano dynamo, who Made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2009 and returned in 2016 with her widely diverse repertoire, Tania Stavreva, including selections from her Rhythmic Movement album. Our Spotlight is with Wendy Marciniak about the 62nd Chesterton Art Fairrunning August 7th and 8th with over 60 artists plus music from the Billy Foster Trioand Duo Sequenza. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR...2021-07-2158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirHighland Parks Theater’s “Little Mermaid,” Michelle Golden of Books, Brushes, and Bands for Education, and Dunes Summer Theatre’s Cabaret Night at the GardensThis week (7/23 & 7/25) on ART ON THE AIR features Highland Parks Summer Theater’s “ Disney’s Little Mermaid,” with director Ally Shinkan along with some cast members. Next we interview the founder and president Michelle Golden of Books, Brushes, and Bands for Education about the program and her own art practice. Our Spotlight is on Dunes Summer Theatre’s July 30thand 31st Cabaret Night at the Gardens at Michigan City’s Friendship Botanical Gardens. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen t...2021-07-1658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirRockpelli, music festival, LaPorte County Little Theatre Club’s High School Musical On-Stage, spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony's Friendship Gardens concertThis week (7/16 & 7/18) on ART ON THE AIR features Joel Ratajack, founder of Rockpelli, a music festival in the 10th year that creates music scholarships along with lead singer Jon Braun of Start Making Sense. Next the LaPorte County Little Theatre Club’s Katy Gartland talking about their July 23rd opening of High School Musical On-Stage. Our Spotlight is on LaPorte County Symphony with Executive Director Tim King about their July 25th concert at Friendship Gardens. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at...2021-07-0758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirGovernors State University's Sherri Denault, Photographer Susan Kirt, spotlight on Dorothy Graden's July 9th exhibit.This week (7/9 & 7/11) on ART ON THE AIR features Governors State University’s Education and Outreach Coordinator  Sherri Denault discussing the Nathan Sculptural Garden and her own art. Next we have Susan Kirt who uses her background in ecology to inform her photography. Our Spotlight is on Dorothy Graden and her new exhibit opening July 9th at The Depot in BeverlyShores, plus Suzy Vance updating us about events there. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON...2021-06-3058 minArt On The AirArt On The AirGlass Artist Robin Kittleson, New Media Artist Eric Souther, spotlight on Indiana University Northwest's School of Arts Teacher ResidencyThis week (7/2 & 7/4) on ART ON THE AIR features mosaic glass artist Robin Kittleson who creates her work using a classic Venetian technique. Next we have new media artist Eric Souther who uses a multiplicity of disciplines plus develops video instruments for his video, interactive installation, projection mapping, print, virtual reality, and audiovisual performance. Our Spotlight with IU Northwest’s Exhibition and Project Coordinator Cathy Feeman discussing the School of the Arts Summer teacher residency and High School Art Exhibition. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or li...2021-06-2358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist Nick Bridge, Canterbury Summer Theatre's 2021 Season, Spotlight on Dunes Summer Theatre's "A Midsummer's Night Dream."This week (6/25 & 6/27) on ART ON THE AIR features artist Nick Bridge who uses the urban environment combined with aspects of the native prairie to inspire his work exhibited at Chicago’s Springboard Arts Gallery. Next we speak with Canterbury Theatre’s Artistic Directors about their 2021 summer season. Our Spotlight is on Dunes Summer Theatre’s June 26th Cabaret Night, and details about their next production of A Midsummer’s Night Dream. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past...2021-06-1958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirFront porch Americana solo musician Lou Shields' new album Calico Blue, Spotlight on Nancy Natow Cassidy and Kevin Firme's new exhibitThis week (6/18 & 6/20) on ART ON THE AIR features Lou Shields a musician and artist reviving traditional front-porch, Americana style music with his solo-performance sharing songs from his newest album, Calico Blue released in June 2021. Our Spotlight is on artist Nancy Natow Cassidy and Kevin Firme discussing their June exhibit opening at the Ellen Firme Gallery on US12 in Beverly Shores. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota...2021-06-0958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirChesterton Tribune's Don Hurd, Lubeznik Center’s Lora Fosberg, artist Phyllis Bramson, Spotlight on Chicago Street Theatre's "Heathers"This week (6/11 & 6/13) on ART ON THE AIR features the new owner/publisher of the Chesterton Tribune, Don Hurd sharing his storied career saving local newspapers. Next Lubeznik Center’s Exhibition Director Lora Fosberg discusses her art and the new exhibit opening June 14th also featuring our talk with Chicago artist Phyllis Bramson in the exhibit. Our Spotlight is with Chicago Street Theatre director, Michael Glorioso discussing the June 11thopening of Heathers, The Musical. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.or...2021-06-0258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDunes Summer Theatre's "Forever Plaid," Phillip Potempa is "Winchell – On The Air" and Spotlight on Porter County Library's Summer Reading ProgramThis week (6/4 & 6/6) on ART ON THE AIR features Tito Sanchez-Williams, Elise Kermani, and Steve Scott talking about  Dunes Summer Theatre season premier musical, Forever Plaid opening June 4th. Phillip Potempa discuses his one-man show, Winchell – On The Air on June 10th  at The Center for Visual & Performing Arts. Our Spotlight is with Porter County Library Director, Jesse Butz about their summer reading program. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brec...2021-05-2758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist and illustrator Reina Marie Urban, textile artist Lisa Nelson Raabe, spotlight on Tomfoolery Fun Club at the Mascot Hall of FameThis week (5/28 & 5/30) on ART ON THE AIR features Chicago based artist and illustrator Reina Marie Urban who revels how her art aided her own struggles with depression. Next we have textile artist, art and yoga therapist, Lisa Nelson Raabe, whose work with repetitive forms is revealed stitch by stitch. Our Spotlight is with Tom Byelick and Ms Michelle about Tomfoolery Fun Club’s returning to Whiting’s Mascot Hall of Fame on June 5th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP...2021-05-2558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirOur Whiting Themed show Sally Selwan & John Buranosky's new podcast, Arts Alive at Studio 659, and Spotlight on The Art Barn's Juried ExhibitThis week (5/21 & 5/23) on ART ON THE AIR features Sally Selwan and John Buranosky’s podcast about growing up in Whiting Indiana called, Cigarettes, TAB, and Tampons. Next we feature Jeanni Wilkening and Kathleen Ulm of Arts Alive reviving Whiting’s Studio 659 with their June 4th exhibit called Pandemic. Our Spotlight is with Amy Navardauskas discussing Art Barn’s 27th Annual Juried Exhibit running May 15 through July 8th with an Artist Reception on June 5th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.o...2021-05-1758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist and illustrator Reine Marie Urban, textile artist Lisa Nelson Raabe, spotlight on Tomfoolery Fun Club at the Mascot Hall of FameThis week (5/28 & 5/30) on ART ON THE AIR features Chicago based artist and illustrator Reine Marie Urban who reveals how her art aided her own struggles with depression. Next we have textile artist, art and yoga therapist, Lisa Nelson Raabe, whose work with repetitive forms is revealed stitch by stitch. Our Spotlight is with Tom Byelickand Ms Michelle about Tomfoolery Fun Club’s returning to Whiting’s Mascot Hall of Fame on June 5th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org...2021-05-1458 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDuo Sequenza's "Project Listen Up" with Debra Silvert and Paul Bowman plus our spotlight on The Depot's 5 x 5 ExhibitThis week (5/14 & 5/16) on ART ON THE AIR features Debra Silvert and Paul Bowman of Duo Sequenza discussing their Project Listen Up! which due to Covid is going virtual this year with the help of Lakeshore PBS and Art On The Air. Our episode will feature Jorge Muniz’ South Shore Suite composed for Duo Sequenza based on musical interpretations Northwest Indiana. Our Spotlight is with Suzy Vance and Nancy Schwab about The Depot Museum and Gallery June 11th opening and their 5 x 5 Exhibit. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our sp...2021-05-0558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDr Carolyn Watson, LaPorte County Symphony's new music director, musician Michelle Shafer, Spotlight on Porter County Library GardenThis week (5/7 & 5/9) on ART ON THE AIR features, our conversation with the newly appointed music director for LaPorte County Symphony, Dr Carolyn Watson. Next we welcome back musician Michelle Shafer who will share excerpts from her new album coming out this summer. Our Spotlight is with Porter County Library Director, Jesse Butz about the May 12th opening of the new Rotary Library Garden. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at...2021-04-3058 minArt On The AirArt On The AirClaudi, Lead singer for rock band Pink Louds and Spotlight on Indiana Ballet Theatre's CinderellaThis week (4/30 & 5/2) on ART ON THE AIR features, Claudi, discussing her Puerto Rico to New York journey with busking in the subway then forming the Pink Louds, a gritty rock band with melodic sensibility of a 1920’s crooner mixed with the psychedelic danceability and bright harmonies. Our Spotlight is with Artistic Director Gloria Tuohy and Indiana Ballet’s Theatre spring performance of Cinderella plus updates on the Classic Arts Centre. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past...2021-04-1758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist Diana Leviton Gondek, Art 4 Theatre's musical "Ragtime," Chesterton-Porter Rotary's photo contestThis week (4/23 & 4/25) on ART ON THE AIR features Chicago artist Diana Leviton Gondek discussing her own art and art education journey Next we have Art 4 Theatre of South Bend director Mark Albin, Aaron Albin, and Patrick Brynes discussing their online-only production of the 1998 Tony Award-winning musical, “Ragtime”running through May 2nd. Our Spotlight is with Trent Albert discussing Chesterton-Porter Rotary Club’s photography contest with entries being accepted through June 30th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Li...2021-04-1758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirWoodcraft artist Nicole Shaeffer, Meg Demakas Mission To Mars Project, and Spotlight on Dale Popovich's watercolor classesThis week (4/16 & 4/18) on ART ON THE AIR features the artesian woodworking of Michigan City’s Nicole Shaeffer creating custom design woodcraft pieces. Next we have FamFolk’s Meg Demakas talking about her innovative Mission to Mars project. Our Spotlight is with Dale Popovich discussing his upcoming virtual watercolor workshop offered thought the Chesterton Art Center in April and May. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on W...2021-04-1658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirKaren Maravilla of It’s Just Serendipity, Chicago Street Theatre, and LaPorte County Symphony’s April 17th concertThis week (4/9 & 4/11) on ART ON THE AIR features arts supporter, Karen Maravilla who is also the purveyor of unique items in her Downtown Hammond shop, It’s Just Serendipity. Next we have Chicago Street Theatre of Valparaiso discussing their renovations and their season opening show James, and the Giant Peach. Our Spotlight with Tim King discussing LaPorte County Symphony’s April 17th concert featuring Gary Thor Wedow. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE...2021-04-0958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirCynthia Hedge of Center for Creative Solutions, Country Singer Roger Adams, spotlight on Dunes Arts Foundation's Youth ClassesThis week (4/2 & 4/4) on ART ON THE AIR features Cynthia Hedge discussing Northwest Indiana’s Center for Creative Solutions whose mission is to help people discover creative ways to solve problems. Next we feature Nashville-based country singer, Roger Adams discussing his journey and sharing his most recent music. Our Spotlight with Dunes Arts Foundation sharing news about their Summer Youth classes with Tito Sanchez-Williams and Amber Zangarini Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AI...2021-04-0258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirEpisode 2 of 2 - Artists Update their Covid-19 Experience - Spotlight on Roy Krizek's Schoolhouse ShopThis week (3/26 & 3/28) on ART ON THE AIR features Part Two of our two part Covid-19 2021 Update where we interview many of our previous artist guests about how they have coped with the year-long pandemic, and its impact on them and their artistic endeavors.  Our Spotlight is with Roy Krizek of Duneland’s own Schoolhouse Shop that features an eclectic assortment of items discussing his renovation and re-opening for the 2021 season. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to pas...2021-03-2658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirEpisode 1 of 2 - Artists Update their Covid-19 Experience - Spotlight on the LaPorte County LibraryThis week (3/19 & 3/21) on ART ON THE AIR features Part one of our two part Covid-19 2021 Update where we interview many of our previous artist guests about how they have coped with the year-long pandemic, and its impact on them and their artistic endeavors Our Spotlight with Jennifer Bisonnette &  Greg Coulter from the LaPorte Library discussing their various online and in-person programs including many art related activities. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE A...2021-03-1958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirMusicians Joel Morrison and Joe Marcinek Spotlight on LaPorte County Symphony's March 14th concertThis week (3/12 & 3/14) on ART ON THE AIR features two musicians first with Joel Morrison of Minneapolis and next with Joe Marcinek of Crown Point both sharing their life journeys and their original music. Our Spotlight with Tim King, of the LaPorte County Symphony, sharing details about their March 14th concert with a belated 250th birthday Celebration for Beethoven. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on...2021-03-1258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDr Bradley Williard of The Williard Method, radio drama director, Andrew Pond, and spotlight on the Porter County LibraryThis week (3/5 & 3/7) on ART ON THE AIR features Dr.  Bradley Williard an expert in the field of breath and voice - creator of The Williard Method. Next we have the artistic director of the radio drama, Half Hour Audio Hour Podcast, Andrew Pond, discussing the next original radio drama Our Spotlight is on the activities of the Porter County Library with its director, Jessie Butz. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR s...2021-03-0558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirBagitude! artist Karla Staley and ceramics artist Jennifer Meeker. Spotlight on Billy Foster's History of Jazz classThis week (2/26 & 2/28) on ART ON THE AIR features an artist Karla Staley creating Handbags with Attitude from recycled items called Bagitude! Next we feature Indianapolis based, tree-hugging ceramics artist Jennifer Meeker creating pieces inspired from nature. Our Spotlight is on Local Jazz legend, Billy Foster discussing his free online big band history classes from IU Northwest. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP...2021-02-2658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDirector, actress, improviser, Parker Sterling and artisan utensil creator, Tom O Reed. Spotlight on Kelly Freeman IAC GrantsThis week (2/19 & 2/21) on ART ON THE AIR features Wisconsin Northwoods writer, editor, teacher, director, actress, improviser, photographer, Parker Sterling, discussing her creative ventures. Next we have the creator of artisan cooking utensils using exotic woods, Tom O Reed. Our Spotlight is with Kelly Freeman discussing IAC Grant Application process for fiscal year 2022. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and...2021-02-1958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirBecky Morcarski of BeMo Designs, IUN School of Art’s February pop-up exhibit, Spotlight on Becky Jascoviak and GalampolozzaThis week (2/12 & 2/14) on ART ON THE AIR features Yoga instructor and wearable art designer Becky Morcarski of BeMo Designs describing her unique creations that features a crocheted piece. Next Lauren Pacheco and Wendy Marciniak discuss IUN School of Art’s February pop-up exhibit at Chesterton Art Center. Our Spotlight is with Becky Jascoviak talking about directing the Geneisus Guild online production of "Galampolozza." Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at br...2021-02-1158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirPhotographer Carol Estes with Spotlight on Whitney ReynoldsThis Week (2/28/2020 UPDATED) on ART ON THE AIR, we will have photographer Carol Estes discussing her recent projects and exhibits. Our Spotlight is on Whitney Reynolds. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm at Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore...2021-02-0658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirThe Reformed School creator Peter Gaona, emerging musician, Silvia Josefina, spotlight NW Indiana Poetry ShowcaseThis week (2/5 & 2/7) on ART ON THE AIR features Peter Gaona, the creator of the Reformed School that combines art, fashion, using eco friendly materials to create unique items you can wear and for your home. Next we have emerging musician, Silvia Josefina with her newly released album of all original music, In the Now. Our Spotlight is with Bill Hallier discussing the 2021 NW Indiana Poetry Showcase a juried event for all ages. Cedar Lake Librarian Melissa Nowak discussing the many virtual programs from all over the country available to their patrons. Tune in...2021-02-0558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirEast Chicago born Jefferson Award-winning actress Sybyl Walker and Spotlight on Cedar Lake Librarian Melissa NowakThis week (1/29 & 1/31) on ART ON THE AIR features East Chicago born Jefferson Award-winning actress Sybyl Walker, who has appeared on and off Broadway, in several television network series, who is also a playwright and poet, and now creates her own wearable art. Our Spotlight is with Cedar Lake Librarian Melissa Nowak discussing the many virtual programs from all over the country available to their patrons. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR...2021-01-2958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirChicago Danz Theatre’s, Ellyzabeth Adler, singer/songwriter, Kerry James Junior “KJ” and spotlight on Dunes Summer Theatre 2021 auditionsThis week (1/22 & 1/24) on ART ON THE AIR features Chicago Danz Theatre’s Founder, Ellyzabeth Adler, discussing her multidisciplinary performance art form. Next we feature Gary, Indiana singer/songwriter, Kerry James Junior “KJ” - talking about his music. Our Spotlight is with Dunes Summer Theatre Artistic Director Tito Sanchez-Williams announcing auditions for their summer season. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and...2021-01-2258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirAnnemarie Picerno, Nashville-based Singer-songwriter, Spotlight on Jonathan Lovett Michigan City LibraryThis week (1/15 & 1/17) on ART ON THE AIR features Award-winning Nashville-based Singer-songwriter Annemarie Picerno, whose musical style is diverse, incorporates country, pop, blues, soul, and rock along with her signature powerful vocal style and thought provoking lyrics talks abut her upcoming album. Our Spotlight is with Michigan City Library Youth Specialist, Jonathan Lovett updating on happenings for young people including their Dungeons and Dragons group. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows...2021-01-1558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirBay-Area Singer-Songwriter Monica Pasqual and spotlight on The Art Barn with Amy Davis NavardaukasThis week on ART ON THE AIR features Monica Pasqual, Known for two decades as a member of Blame Sally. She is a Bay Area folk-pop singer-songwriter, using much of her previous recorded work with this, her sixth solo album, adding ten more songs that speak from both painful experience and optimistic resistance. Our Spotlight is with Art Barn Executive Director Amy Davis Navardaukas updating what is happening in the new year with exhibits, classes, and even plans for Art Blizt. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special...2021-01-0858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirMosaic artist, Robin Brailsford and Chesterton Art Center's Wendy MarciniakThis New Year’s weekend on ART ON THE AIR (1/1 & 1/3) features a mosaic artist, Robin Brailsford, who creates large award-winning and complex public art projects for more than two decades, and is a pioneer in the field and co-inventor of LithoMosaic process for setting mosaics in monolithic concrete. Our Spotlight is with Chesterton Art Center president Wendy Marciniak updating about the current member show running through January 13th and upcoming classes at the center. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WV...2021-01-0158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirTV Host - Whitney Reynolds & Region Radio Personality -Tom Lounges, and Annemarie Percerno's "Mr Santa"This week on ART ON THE AIR (12/25 & 12/27) features Emmy nominated television host, Whitney Reynolds whose passion for people has inspired her to create a show that is a safe space for delicate life stories and is seen on Lakeshore PBS. Next we have region radio personality, music journalist, entertainment promoter, founder of Midwest Beat magazine, Tom Lounges who produces and hosts Midwest Beat on Lakeshore Public Radio twice a week, Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to...2020-12-2558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDunes Art Foundation's Elise Kermani and Tito Sanchez-Williams, scarf designer Isabelle Gougenheim, Dungeon Master, Dustin Richea Roll SeekersThis week on ART ON THE AIR (12/18 & 12/20) features Dunes Art Foundation leadership Elise Kermani and Tito Sanchez-Williams about their holiday plans. Next we feature Isabelle Gougenheim who creates eye-catching luxury silk scarves with colorful artworks and images . Our Spotlight is with Dungeon Master, Dustin Richea talking about Roll Seekers, a live Dungeons and Dragons tabletop role-playing show on Twitch. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast...2020-12-1858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirVelvy Appleton film/video producer, director, musician and Eve Wiezbicki discusses 2021 Dig The Dunes calendar.This week on ART ON THE AIR (12/11 & 12/13) our whole show features a conversation with film / video producer, director, musician and much more, Velvy Appleton, who shares the details of his over 30 year career. Our Spotlight is with Eve Wiezbicki discussing the release of the 2021 Dig The Dunes calendar featuring the work of regional photographers. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and...2020-12-1158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirTheater at the Center's Ann Davis, founders of the Decay Devils, and LCSO's Tim KingThis week on ART ON THE AIR (12/4 & 12/6) features Theater at The Center’s Head of Production Ann Davis discussing her theater career plus her own plans for 2021. Next we talk to the founders of the Decay Devils about their mission to explore and preserve abandoned buildings and landmarks. Our Spotlight is with Tim King discussing LaPorte Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops concert in December. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at b...2020-12-0458 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist Barbara Meeker | Decay Devils, Spotlight on The Deport Gallery & Museum Gift ShopThis week on ART ON THE AIR (11/27 & 11/29) features Barbara Meeker discussing her over sixty year career as an artist and art educator plus her recent retrospective exhibit. Next we talk to the founders of the Decay Devils about their mission to explore and preserve abandoned buildings and landmarks. Our Spotlight is with Tom Byelick and Michele Piskol about their new video podcast – Straight Out of Tomfoolery. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AI...2020-11-2758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirWriters Janine Harrison, Michael Poore and artist daughter Jianna | Spotlight Tom Byelick and Michele Piskol - Straight Out of Tomfoolery podcastThis week on ART ON THE AIR (11/20 & 11/22) our show features husband wife writers, Janine Harrison, the former poet laureate for Highland, Indiana, and Michael Poore, a short story writer and novelist along with their digital artist daughter Jianna and their creative family life together. Our Spotlight is with Suzy Vance and Nancy Schwab, the new gift shop manager for The Depot Gallery and Museum in Beverly Shores going virtual during 2020. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to...2020-11-2058 minArt On The AirArt On The AirSara Ranganathan, Veena Artiste and Spotlight on Suzy VanceThis week on ART ON THE AIR (11/13 & 10/15) our whole show features a gifted Veena artiste, winning a Chicago Music Award, performed as an orchestra member for Disney’s new Jungle Book production, who likes blending her world music together with other musical forms, Sara Ranganathan Our Spotlight is with Fiber Artist who paints  Suzy Vance who is discussing her new solo exhibit at Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts in Miller running the entire month of November. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on...2020-11-1358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirRegional Performing Arts Company, Elkhart Symphony Orchestra's Dr. Soo Han, Spotlight on Duneland YMCA's "Dancing Like the Stars."This week on ART ON THE AIR (11/6 & 11/8) we have the founders of the Regional Performing Arts Company Benjamin and Katelyn Leonard-White discussing their youth theater program, next we interview the new conductor for the Elkhart Symphony Orchestra, Dr Soo Han. Our Spotlight features Duneland Y-M-C-A Dancing Like The Stars event going virtual this year. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5...2020-11-0658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirFolklorist photographer, Kay Westhues and Spotlight on Duneland Photography Club president, Steve BensingART ON THE AIR (10/30 & 11/1) we have folklorist photographer, Kay Westhues, whose work concerns a study of rural practices and places by using: photography, videography, and audio recordings documenting the ethnography of rural traditions and histories and how they are interpreted and transformed in the present day. Our Spotlight is with Duneland Photography Club president, Steve Bensing discussing the club’s and his own fall time activities. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AI...2020-10-3058 minArt On The AirArt On The AirLaPorte County Symphony Orchestra: Check Steck, Christopher Fashun, and Tim King discuss 2020-21 Season.This week on ART ON THE AIR (10/23 & 10/25) our whole show features the LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra first with Chuck Steck, a music educator, who serves as its principal trumpet and interim music director. Next conductor, performer, and Hope College Assistant Professor of Music, Christopher Fashun, who will be guest conducting there. Our Spotlight is with Symphony Executive Director Tim King discussing their November 7th American Songbook Concert kicking off their 2020-21 season. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at...2020-10-2358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirMulti-talented Artist Lea Bauman and theater foundation's president about 2020 Virtual Gala.This week on ART ON THE AIR (10/14 & 10/16) We feature watercolor, mixed media artist, graphic fashion designer and musical artist manager, Lee Bauman who just illustrated a new book, Go Jo! to be released in November. Our Spotlight is with Becky Jascoviak of Northwest Indiana Excellence in Theatre Foundation discussing their annual gala that is going virtual this year. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast...2020-10-1658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirGrammy Award winning South African flutist, Wouter Kellerman, and discussing the new documentary, Indiana Dunes: Nature’s Masterpiece.This week on ART ON THE AIR (10/9 & 10/11) our Second Anniversary show features Globe-trotting, South African, classically-trained flutist, whose focus is on World and Roots music. “ Flute Painter” Wouter Kellerman, who is an award winning, composer, producer, whose 2014 album Winds of Samsara won the Best New Age Album Grammy Award, and numerous other awards. Our Spotlight is with Dustin Richea and filmmaker Thad Donovan discussing a fundraising première at the 49er Drive-In of the new documentary, Indiana Dunes: Nature’s Masterpiece. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests...2020-10-0958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirSouth Shore Arts, John Cain, physician/artist, Kuhn Hong, and Master weaver, Chris ActonThis week on ART ON THE AIR (10/2 & 10/4) our 100th episode features South Shore Arts Executive Director, John Cain, discussing his nearly 30 year career at its helm. Next we talk with Chicago based physician Kuhn Hong whose dramatic works as an artist are now being produced from his Michigan City Studio Our Spotlight is with weaver Chris Acton discussing National Spinning and Weaving week including her own move into full time weaving. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen...2020-10-0258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirNYC Artist Sadie Bridger and spotlight on Artist Hostel, Angela House in Michigan CityThis week on ART ON THE AIR (9/25 & 9/27) our whole show features New York City based artist, Sadie Bridger, who by using photography, sculpture, and other unique art offerings create her own unique artistic statement. Our Spotlight is with Edwin Shelton and Kuhn Hong discussing a 3-day Plein Aire artist-in-residence event at St Mary’s Angela House, a convent converted into an artist hostel in Michigan   City also heard Wed (9/23) on Lakeshore Public Radio. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org...2020-09-2558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirLisa Sniderman, Josh McClain, Rosario Sammartino, & Trisha HernandezThis week on ART ON THE AIR (9/18 & 9/20) We feature folk-pop artist Lisa Sniderman, Aoede, and her new The Grieving Project release, then cellist Josh McClain with Somatic Movement therapist Rosario Sammartino. Our Spotlight is with Trisha Hernandez of South Shore Arts discussing their upcoming virtual Beaux Arts Ball Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (9/13) on 7pm on...2020-09-1858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirAirbrush mural Artist Marco Salazar, Plein Aire dunescape artist Ginny Takacs, Chicago tour guide/author Adam Seltzer, and Captain Ambivalent.This week on ART ON THE AIR (9/11 & 9/13) We feature Airbrush mural Artist Marco Salazar, next Plein Aire dunescape artist Ginny Takacs, and finally Chicago tour guide and author Adam Seltzer. Our Spotlight is focused on nerd-rock singer Captain Ambivalent discussing his virtual show featuring his favorite characters. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (9/13) on 7pm on Lakeshore...2020-09-1158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirChicago Playwright Laura Force Scruggs and her "Punk Grandpa" plus Nelson Velasquez, founder of Improductions improv company.This week on ART ON THE AIR (9/4 & 9/6) We feature Chicago playwright and solo one-women show performer  Laura Force Scruggs, who will be  reading excerpts from her play, Punk Grandpa, about growing up around her eccentric grandfather, plus discussing her work in progress on a current play about Chicago social reformer Jane Addams. Our Spotlight is on the Crown Point based improv group founded in 2017, Improductions with its founder Nelson Velazquez, discussing upcoming projects and classes offered by his group. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or li...2020-09-0458 minArt On The AirArt On The AirImprov Therapy Group's Rick Levine, custom jewelry designer, Sue Rosengard, and an update on Lakeshore Community Concerts season.This week on ART ON THE AIR (8/28 & 8/30) We feature Rick Levine of the Improv Therapy Group, Chicago’s ACT ONE book store, and theater industry newspaper PerformInk. Next we have Chicago-based custom jewelry designer Sue Rosengard discussing her contemporary geometric shaped jewelry. Our Spotlight is on Lakeshore Community Concerts with president Carolyn  Borchardt discussing cancellation of their current season and plans for next season. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at...2020-08-2858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirThe challenges of teaching art in public schools under Covid-19, artist/author Jesse Johnson, and debut exhibit of Pat Herman in Queen of Saint's Legacy GalleryThis week on ART ON THE AIR (8/21 & 8/23) we feature A special interview with three local art teachers about their return to teaching under Covid-19. Next we talk to artist and author Jessie Johnson and his self-taught journey in art. Our Spotlight is with Jessica Rosier on the Queen of Saints Legacy Gallery’s debut exhibit featuring the art of Pat Herman at in Michigan   City. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR show...2020-08-2158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirBoston based vocalist and stroke survivor, Valerie Giglio, then kinetic Sculptor, author and photographer/videographer, Gary Justis, and Meg Roman. of Miller Art DistrictThis week on ART ON THE AIR (8/14 & 8/16) we feature Boston based  vocalist, author, attorney, and stroke awareness advocate – Valerie Giglio with the release of her new single RIO – next mechanical motion kinetic Sculptor, author and photographer/videographer, Gary Justis. Our Spotlight is on the Miller Arts District with Meg Roman discussing the re-opening of Miller downtown and the events in the gallery. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/a...2020-08-1458 minArt On The AirArt On The AirMusic Producer, Composer, and virtuoso Guitarist Les Fradkin, plus was in the Original Cast as George Harrison in "Beatlemania."This week on ART ON THE AIR (8/7 & 8/9) Music Producer, Composer (including numerous famous jingles), and virtuoso Guitarist Les Fradkin, who is also an innovator on the Starr Labs Ztar, plus was in the Original Cast as George Harrison in the 1970s mega-hit Broadway show "Beatlemania.” Our Spotlight is with Dave Mueller of Hammond’s Paul Henry's Art Gallery telling about their famous Thursday Night Acoustic Jam now seen virtually. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART...2020-08-0758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirJayde McAloon of Pieces of Jayde Elemental Jewelry projects, Annemarie Marti and her Mighty Mirth series of cartoons, Our spotlight is with Amy Navardauskas of the Art Barn.This week on ART ON THE AIR (7/31 & 8/1) We feature original and handmade Jewelry artist Jayde McAloon discussing her Pieces of Jayde Elemental Jewelry projects. Next we feature Annemarie Marti and her Mighty Mirth series of cartoons reflecting uplifting messages of empowerment and healing. Our spotlight is Amy Navardauskas about the re-opening of the Art Barn with Covid-19 precautions. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on...2020-07-3158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirSHAM - an alternative rock band based in Mishawaka that includes Sarah, Happy, Abby, & Mel - then August 8th Portage Art Show info.This week on ART ON THE AIR (7/24 & 7/26) We feature SHAM - an alternative rock band based in Mishawaka that includes Sarah, Happy, Abby, & Mel that has a sound is playful & irreverent, raw & mischievous, like the wig-headed child of Nirvana & the B-52s. Our spotlight is on the August 8th Portage Art Show that is a fundraiser for the Portage Recovery Center accepting donations through August 6th. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE...2020-07-2458 minArt On The AirArt On The AirContemporary Artist Tom Torluemke, studio manager Linda Dorman, and storyteller Lisa Colleen, plus our spotlight is on Roger Batten and his MyPath storytelling workshopsThis week on ART ON THE AIR (7/17 & 7/19) We feature contemporary artist Tom Torluemke and his studio manager - photographer Linda Dorman - next we hear from storyteller and author, Lisa Colleen retelling a very personal story. Our spotlight is on MyPath Bibliotherapy founder, Roger Batten discussing his upcoming storyteller workshop Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (7/19) on 7...2020-07-1758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirPortrait Photographers Michell Santelik & Edda Taylor plus our spotlight is on ArtZ Fine ArtZ & Antiquez owners Bridget & CathyThis week on ART ON THE AIR (7/10 & 7/12) We feature two Crown Point based portrait photographers beginning with Michell Santelik discussing her Model Dance Team and once again the one-and-only Edda Taylor. Our spotlight is with Chesterton’s ART Z FINE ARTZ and ANTQUEZ owners Bridget and Cathy and their reopening under Covid-19 protocols. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (7/12) on...2020-07-1058 minArt On The AirArt On The AirOrnament Artist Jill Chambers, sculptor John J Habela, and Tim King of Hoosier Star Vocal CompetitionThis week on ART ON THE AIR (7/3) Saugatuck Michigan based artist Jill Chambers Designs who produces one of a kind handmade ornaments often with whimsical, nature, and holiday themes. Next sculptor John J Habela whose work is influenced by his trips abroad and the abundance of folk art as revealed in his “Family of Man” series of figurative abstracts, carved in wood and cast in bronze, embody a sense of heroic stoicism. Tim King discusses happenings a the LaPorte Symphony Orchestra including auditions for the Hoosier Star Vocal Competition. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour...2020-07-0358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirChicago Actor John Boss, musical composer Dan Schaaf. and Wendy Marciniak of Chesterton Art CenterThis week on ART ON THE AIR (6/26) Chicago actor John B Boss talks about his 40 year theater career and coping with Covid-19– next we speak with Dan Schaaf who talks about his original musicals and plans for the Sixth Annual Michigan CityVideo Fest. Our spotlight is with Wendy Marciniak Chesterton Art Center President about happenings there under Covid-19 protocols Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP...2020-06-2658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtist Sholo Beverly, Kirtan musician Shanti, and Eve of Dig The Dunes Trail StopThis week on ART ON THE AIR (6/19) Our first featured guest is mixed media artist Sholo Beverly who draws inspiration from organic shapes in nature and embracing her mistakes. Next we will talk with Shanti , Wendy Warnimon, who creates Kirtan a playful original Eastern Alternative Folk music and stories. Our spotlight is with Eve Wiersbicki talking about opening the new Dig The Dunes Trail Stop in Portage Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR...2020-06-1958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirFound-Object Eco Sculptor, Laurie Marie Panozzo, Comedian Jeannie Rapstad, and Theatre at The Center's Philip PotempaThis Week (6/12/2020) we feature found-object Sculptor Laura Marie Panozzo of  L-M-P ECO STUDIO in Michigan City and then award winning comedian, keynote speaker,  and seminar presenter, Jeannie Rapstad. Our spotlight is with Philip Potempa updating us on Theatre At The Center. Listen to this show at: http://brech.com/aota/images/AOTA-200612.mp3 Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm...2020-06-1259 minArt On The AirArt On The AirLewis Ricci, IAC Exec Dir & Keira Amstutz, CEO Indiana Humanities, plus Americana Roots musician, Mike OwensThis Week (6/5/2020) we feature Lewis Ricci, Executive Director for  the Indiana  Arts Commission along with Keira Amstutz, President/CEO for Indiana  Humanities about their mission and the impact of  covid-19, then Americana Roots musician and artist  Mike  Owens. Our spotlight is with Becky Jascoviak, President of Northwest Excellence in Theatre  Foundation discussing the impact  of Covid-19 on the local theater groups. Listen to this show at: http://brech.com/aota/images/AOTA-200605.mp3 Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org ...2020-06-0558 minArt On The AirArt On The AirMusicans Jeffrey Brown and Joe RauenThis Week (5/29/2020) we feature interviews with Jazz Musician and Valparaiso University professor Jeffrey Brown discussing his career as a musician and music educator and Joe Rauen who is builder and performer using art objects that are also fully-functional musical instruments. Our event spotlight is with Dunes Summer Theatre Artistic Director Jeffrey Baumgartner Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.orgListen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (5/29) on 7pm...2020-05-2958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirRana Segal - "Shifting Sands" documentary producer, director, videographer.This Week (5/22/2020) we feature an interview with  Rana Segal discussing her 30 year career as a documentary videographer. producer, and Director most recently on"Shifting Sands."  Plus hear an update from Janet Bloch, Executive Director for the Lubeznik Center for Art. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (5/17) on 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM or lakeshorepublicradio.org. Se...2020-05-2258 minArt On The AirArt On The AirJon Gnagy Exhibit at Stan Klein's Firecat Projects GalleryThis Week (5/15/2020) we feature an interview with Firecat Projects gallery owner Stan Klein discussing his new Jon Gnagy exhibit (TV's first how-to-draw artist) plus an update about Fox Gallery in Lake Station. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (4/19) on 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM or lakeshorepublicradio.org. Send your questions about our show to artontheairwvlp...2020-05-1559 minArt On The AirArt On The AirOil/Pastel Artist Jane Cowley and Photographer Edda TaylorThis Week (5/8/2020) we feature interviews with oil/pastel artist Jane Cowley and portrait photographer Edda Taylor, plus an update from the Art Barn School of Art. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM or lakeshorepublicradio.org. Send your questions about our show to artontheairwvlp@gmail.com. LIKE us on Facebook...2020-05-0858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirArtists: Chris Guzman, Edwin Shelton, & Laurel IzardThis Week (5/1/2020) we have interviews boxing glove artist Chris Guzman, artist educator Edwin Shelton, and fiber artist Laurel Izard discussing their current artistic pursuits and the impact of Covid-19. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (4/19) on 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM or lakeshorepublicradio.org.  Send your questions about our show to artontheairwvlp@gmail.com. L...2020-05-0158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirChicago-based Artists David & Margie Criner (Updated)This Week (4/24/2020) we have two interviews first with artist, professor, and musician David Criner, then with miniature sculpture artist Margie Criner both discussing their current artistic pursuits. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota. Rebroadcast on WVLP - Monday at 5pm and Sunday (4/19) on 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM. Send your questions about our show to artontheairwvlp@gmail.com. LIKE us on Facebook.com/artonthairwvlp to...2020-04-2458 minArt On The AirArt On The AirSpecial Covid-19 Artist Shelter-In-Place Third EpisodeThis Week (4/17/2020) we have the third episode of the special Covid-19 Edition of ART ON THE AIR where we are interviewed many of our artist and creative contacts on how they are doing as they handle sheltering in place during this Covid-19 Crisis. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm at Sunday (4/5) at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM. ...2020-04-1758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirSpecial Covid-19 Artist Shelter-In-Place Second EpisodeThis Week (4/10/2020) we have the second episode of the special Covid-19 Edition of ART ON THE AIR where we are interviewed many of our artist and creative contacts on how they are doing as they handle sheltering in place during this Covid-19 Crisis. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm at Sunday (4/5) at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM. ...2020-04-1058 minArt On The AirArt On The AirSpecial Covid-19 Artist Shelter In Place First EpisodeThis Week (4/3/2020) we have a special Covid-19 Edition of ART ON THE AIR where we are interviewing many of our artist and creative contacts on how they are doing as they handle sheltering in place during this Covid-19 Crisis. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our special guests or listen on the web at WVLP.org Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm at Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio89.1FM. Send your questions about...2020-04-0358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirCaptain Ambivalent - Encore Episode (#8)This Week (3/27/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, we have an Encore Episode (#8) from Dec 7, 2018 with the one and only, Captain Ambivalent, and his Accordion of Gold with his original musical "hijinks." Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guest plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm...2020-03-2758 minArt On The AirArt On The AirDorothy Graden, award winning contemporary artistThis Week (3/20/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, we have an Encore Episode (#5) from Nov 16, 2018 with Dorothy Graden, an award winning contemporary artist whose art is inspired by Ancient Visions, prehistoric art of the Americas. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guest plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on...2020-03-1958 minArt On The AirArt On The Air4th Street Theater production of "ART"This Week (3/13/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, we will discuss 4th Street Theater's new play, "ART" with actor Alexander Bonner, live in the studio and other involved in the production that opens March 13th. The link to this show is at: http://brech.com/aota/images/AOTA-200313.mp3. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past...2020-03-1358 minArt On The AirArt On The AirTim King - LaPorte Symphony Orchestra & The Hoosier StarThis Week (3/6/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, Tim King, Executive Director for the Laporte Symphony returns to update us about their conductor search and about the auditions for Hoosier Star. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm at Sunday at 7...2020-03-0658 minArt On The AirArt On The AirPhotographer Carol Estes and Spotlight is on Whitney Reynolds.This Week (2/28/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, we will have photographer Carol Estes discussing her recent projects and exhibits. Our Spotlight is on Whitney Reynolds. Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm at Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1...2020-02-2958 minArt On The AirArt On The AirPhotographers: Paul Lawson & Carol EstesThis Week (2/28/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, we will have photographers Paul Lawson & Carol Estes discussing their recent projects and exhibits. Here is the link to the show: http://brech.com/aota/images/AOTA-200228.mp3 Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast...2020-02-2858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirTom Byelick of Tomfoolery Fun ClubThis Week (2/21/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, we will have Tom Byelick of Tomfoolery Fun Club discussing an upcoming show at the Orak Shrine in Michigan City. Here is the link to the whole show: http://brech.com/aota/images/AOTA-200221.mp3 Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech...2020-02-2158 minArt On The AirArt On The AirAOTA Special All Music ShowEpisode 57 of ART ON THE AIR features our special all music show featuring musical guests from our first season including: Billy Foster, Renee Miles Foster, Stop Drop Rewind, Captain Ambivalent, Kris Lohn, Marco Villarreal, Duo Sequenza - Devorah Yael Silvert, Michelle Shafer, James Choncho Neary, and Canterbury Theatre-Queen Bees. Tune in on Friday at 11am CT for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to...2020-02-1858 minArt On The AirArt On The AirFootlight Players production of "Gypsy"This Week (2/14/2020) on ART ON THE AIR, we will have Michigan City's Footlight Players on to discuss their current musical production of "Gypsy."  Tune in on Friday at 11am for our hour long conversation with our guests plus a look at the art and art happenings in the region or listen on the web at WVLP.org To support ART ON THE AIR go to WVLP.org/support - Listen to past ART ON THE AIR shows at brech.com/aota and rebroadcast on Monday at 5pm at Sunday at 7pm on Lakeshore Public Radio 89.1FM Send your art i...2020-02-1658 min