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Delaware State of the Arts PodcastS12 E5: Delaware State of the Arts - Gerri WeagraffAndy Truscott speaks with Gerri Weagraff, a Delaware based actress who is currently touring with Anastasia: The Musical – set to stop at The Playhouse on Rodney Square in Wilmington, Delaware.Gerri has also been seen on the national tours of Fiddler on the Roof (Golde). Regionally, she’s performed at the Arizona Broadway Theatre, Surflight Theatre, Beef & Boards, Fireside, Candlelight Theatre. Some of her favorite roles include: Into the Woods (Cinderella’s Stepmother), Show Boat (Parthy Hawks), The Spitfire Grill (Hannah), Bright Star (Mama Murphy), Lend Me a Tenor (Julia). Gerri’s family has been embedded in the arts...
2023-07-1721 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E20: Delaware State of the Arts - Flux Creative ConsultingPaul Weagraff interviews Jonathan Whitney, local performing artist and percussionist, about his evolution as a musician, his work with drumming circles in Wilmington, and his new entrepreneurial enterprise, Flux Creative Consulting.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E21: Delaware State of the Arts - Dr. Jennifer Margaret BarkerPaul Weagraff interviews Dr. Jennifer Margaret Barker, Professor of Music at the University of Delaware, and 2021 recipient of a Masters Fellowship in Music Composition from the Delaware Division of the Arts.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E19: Delaware State of the Arts - Reel Families for ChangePaul Weagraff interviews artist, filmmaker, and founder of Reel Families for Change, Akima A. Brown about her career in the film industry and aspirations for Delaware.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E18: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware ShakespearePaul Weagraff interviews David Stradley and Newton Buchanan from Delaware Shakespeare about their extensive work in developing anti-racism policies and procedures and their Summer 2021 Festival at Rockwood Park.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E17: Delaware State of the Arts - Milford Community BandPaul Weagraff interviews Lou Cox and Tony Perrone from the Milford Community Band about their 31+ year history and the ambitious schedule of outdoor concerts they have lined up for summer 2021.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E16: Delaware State of the Arts - David SchelatPaul Weagraff interviews David Schelat, President and Artistic Director of Market Street Music, about their upcoming Mastersingers 13 concert, their programming challenges this past year, and prospects next season.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E15: Delaware State of the Arts - Good Weather RecordsPaul Weagraff interviews recording artists Gabe Spadaccini and Hayden Chance about their recording business with Good Weather Records. Hayden’s most recent project, a 4-song EP titled “Mellow Lane,” can be found on his website: www.chvncemusic.comSend a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the pu...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E25: Delaware State of the Arts - Office of Cultural AffairsPaul Weagraff interviews Tina Betz, the Director of Cultural Affairs for the City of Wilmington, about Clifford Brown and the jazz festival named in his honor.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E24: Delaware State of the Arts - House LightsPaul Weagraff chats with Alex Johnson, founder of House Lights, about a summer initiative in three Delaware libraries designed to bring together community members, social services, and local leaders around a common artistic project.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E23: Delaware State of the Arts - Fostina DixonPaul Weagraff interviews jazz musician Fostina Dixon about her training, career, and upcoming program at the Delaware Theatre Company entitled “Five Women”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E13: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Institute for Arts in Education (DIAE)Paul Weagraff interviews Nanci Hersh and Ashley SK Davis from the Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education about their work in arts education and their upcoming “Spotlight: An Evening of the Arts.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E12: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Poetry Out LoudPaul Weagraff chats with Delaware’s 2021 winner of the Poetry Out Loud competition. Rebecca Wisniewski, a senior at Milford High School, will represent Delaware at the national finals in May. Read more…Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts...
2023-07-1713 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E14: Delaware State of the Arts - Serafin EnsemblePaul Weagraff interviews Kate Ransom, artistic director and violinist, and Luke Fleming, violist, with the Serafin Ensemble, sharing their upcoming schedule of live performances.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E38: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Poetry Out LoudPaul Weagraff interviews participants in the Delaware Poetry Out Loud program from past years: reigning state champion Camille Decker and teacher Brianna McCoy from Sanford School, James Weiler from Woodbridge High School, and POL coordinators Sheila Ross and JoAnn Balingit.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E39: Delaware State of the Arts - Rehoboth Beach Film SocietyPaul Weagraff interviews Sue Early, executive director of the Rehoboth Beach Film Society, about their live and virtual cinema as well as the upcoming Film Festival.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E40: Delaware State of the Arts - University of DelawarePaul Weagraff interviews Mark Clodfelter, Professor of Trumpet and Interim Director of the School of Music at the University of Delaware. Mark shares what inspired him to pursue a career in music, along with his trajectory through performance and teaching.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E41: Delaware State of the Arts - Amos Fayette and Jennifer Nicole CampbellPaul Weagraff interviews violinist Amos Fayette and pianist and composer Jennifer Nicole Campbell. The two will participate in “Bringing Music to Life: A Thank-You Concert.” This concert features an original composition by Ms. Campbell.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of t...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E11: Delaware State of the Arts - Lindsay Adkins, Abigail Hawk, Sofia Black and Lisa BlackPaul Weagraff interviews poets Lindsay Adkins, Abigail Hawk, Sofia Black, and Lisa Black about their interest in poetry, during this celebration of National Poetry Month.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E7: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Art Museum and DelArt CinemaPaul Weagraff interviews Bob Weir, owner of DelArt Cinema, and Lauren McMahon from the Delaware Art Museum about the partnership featuring DelArt Cinema Streaming now and drive-in movie opportunities at the museum this summer.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E6: Delaware State of the Arts - Jennifer AntonikPaul Weagraff interviews native-born Delawarean and author Jennifer Antonik about her new book, “The Music Man: Our Rootin’, Tootin’ Hero,” focusing on her grandfather, Milford legend Joe Lear, and his passion for the Milford Community Band.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E5: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Museum of Natural History and Winterthur Museum, Garden & LibraryPaul Weagraff interviews Jill Karlson from DE Museum of Natural History, soon to be the DE Museum of Nature and Science, and Inez Wolins from Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library about the growing partnership between their organizations, two gems in the Brandywine Valley.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E4: Delaware State of the Arts - The Delaware ContemporaryPaul Weagraff interviews artist Lauren E. Peters and Chase Dougherty, curator at The Delaware Contemporary, about “Appearances,” an exhibition of 17 artists whose works reflect on Lauren’s 2016 piece, “self-portrait (orange)”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E3: Delaware State of the Arts - Aida WasersteinPaul Weagraff interviews Delaware author Aida Waserstein about her latest children’s book, “Amelia Finds Her Voice: A Child Custody Tale.” Aida weaves together her law career in family court with children’s books that both inspire and instruct families, children, and legal professionals.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E2: Delaware State of the Arts - Dr. Isai Jess MuñozPaul Weagraff speaks with Dr. Isai Jess Muñoz, Associate Professor of Voice and Opera at the University of Delaware, about his career in opera. A Grammy-nominated artist, Jess recently released his latest recording, Visca L’Amor: Catalan Art Songs of the XX and XXI Centuries.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers gra...
2023-07-1721 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E45: Delaware State of the Arts - John WillinsPaul Weagraff interviews Delaware author John Willins about his novel, “Snakes and Ladders,” and how his business career brought him to craft this biting satire of corporate culture.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E44: Delaware State of the Arts - Wilmington Children's ChorusPaul Weagraff interviews artistic director Kimberly Doucette and executive director Lianna Magerr from the Wilmington Children’s Chorus about their “Holiday Series.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life...
2023-07-1721 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E43: Delaware State of the Arts - Lisa G. BlackPaul Weagraff interviews Lisa G. Black, founder of Garnet Girl LLC and award-winning entrepreneur and international producer.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life. Learn more at Arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E42: Delaware State of the Arts - Capital RingersPaul Weagraff interviews Linda Simms, founder and artistic director of Capital Ringers. Linda shares the origins of this community handbell ensemble and the innovative steps they are taking to provide programming during the Covid crisis, including their upcoming “Tidings of Comfort and Joy: Holidays 2020” concert.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E8: Delaware State of the Arts - Historic Odessa FoundationPaul Weagraff chats with Debbie Buckson, executive director of the Historic Odessa Foundation, about how the Historic Houses of Odessa have weathered the past several months and are now gearing up for an exciting spring and summer 2021.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E9: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Theatre CompanyPaul Weagraff speaks with Executive and Artistic Director Bud Martin and Managing Director Matt Silva from the Delaware Theatre Company about 20/21 Season – Take 2. This spring and summer enjoy professional theater and music outdoors with featured guests from around the country.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that su...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS10 E10: Delaware State of the Arts - Geraldo GonzalezPaul Weagraff interviews 2019 Artist Fellowship recipient Geraldo Gonzalez amidst his Market Place Gallery exhibition, “loving couples getting married with professional photographer.” Read more about Geraldo at https://thekingoftransit.wordpress.com/.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and inte...
2023-07-1720 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E25: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Institute for Arts in Education (DIAE)Paul Weagraff interviews Nanci Hersh and Ashley SK Davis from the Delaware Institute for the Arts in Education about their programs and services for K-12 education and early learning centers.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E15: Delaware State of the Arts - The Grand Opera HousePaul Weagraff interviews Mark Fields, Executive Director of The Grand in Wilmington, about the current hiatus of arts programming during the COVID-19 State of Emergency, staying in touch with audiences, and planning for the future.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E16: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Theatre CompanyPaul Weagraff interviews the managing director of the Delaware Theatre Company, Matt Silva, along with cast members from “Million Dollar Quartet,” Skip Robinson, Taylor Rodriguez, and Chris Wren.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E18: Delaware State of the Arts - ARIANNA AlliancePaul Weagraff interviews Executive Director Jean Scalessa and board member Robert Grenfell from the ARIANNA Alliance about their origins with the St. Anthony Italian Festival, and their evolution as a producing and presenting arts organization. Please note that as of April 2 the 2020 Festival has been canceled.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E37: Delaware State of the Arts - Elizabeth KellerPaul Weagraff talks to Elizabeth Keller, Delaware Tourism Director, about Delaware’s tourism industry, the impact COVID has had on the state, and the newly opened Street Art Trail, a series of interactive public art works to engage both local residents and visitors to Delaware.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants an...
2023-07-1721 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E36: Delaware State of the Arts - History Book FestivalPaul Weagraff interviews Jen Mason and Ron Collins, co-chairs of the History Book Festival in Lewes. Jen and Ron discuss the origins of the annual festival, and the shift this year to virtual programming with authors.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E35: Delaware State of the Arts - Mispillion Art LeaguePaul Weagraff interviews Rosemary Connelly, board member of the Mispillion Art League and Festival Chair for the 2020 Big Draw Festival Delaware. Rosemary shares how the art league has been able to re-open with classes for all ages and launch the 2020 Big Draw Festival as part of a 25-nation art project around the theme, “A Climate of Change.” View events only at DelawareScene.com.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of l...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E34: Delaware State of the Arts - Serafin EnsemblePaul Weagraff interviews Kate Ransom and Jennifer Nicole Campbell about their upcoming “Serafin & Friends” concert, kicking off the Arts at Trinity music series in Wilmington. Kate is the artistic director and violinist for the Serafin Ensemble, and Jennifer is an award-winning pianist and composer who, along with violinist Amos Fayette, will present a family-friendly concert featuring compositions by Beethoven, Gade, Lipinski, and a world premiere by David Auldon Brown.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cult...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E33: Delaware State of the Arts - The Milton TheatrePaul Weagraff interviews Fred Munzert, director of The Milton Theatre, about their summer programming and transition in a COVID-19 world.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life. Learn...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E32: Delaware State of the Arts - Freeman StagePaul Weagraff, interviews Patti Grimes, executive director of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, about the Freeman Stage’s pivot to offer live outdoor programming in a COVID world.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the ar...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E31: Delaware State of the Arts - Biggs Museum of American ArtPaul Weagraff interviews Ryan Grover, the Sewell C. Biggs Curator of American Art at the Biggs Museum of Dover, about their re-opening and upcoming exhibition, “Jack Lewis: Delaware’s Hidden Gem.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and in...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E30: Delaware State of the Arts - Serafin EnsemblePaul Weagraff interviews Kate Ransom, violinist and artistic director of the Serafin Ensemble, and Julie Coucheron, Atlanta-based Norwegian concert pianist.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life. Learn...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E29: Delaware State of the Arts - Dr. Merideth Hite EstevezPaul Weagraff interviews Dr. Merideth Hite Estevez, professional oboist and founder of Lumina Arts Incubator. Merideth talks about her evolution as a musician and her conviction of creativity as a spiritual practice.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E28: Delaware State of the Arts - Choir School of DelawarePaul Weagraff interviews Arreon Harley-Emerson, Director of Music and Operations for the Choir School of Delaware, on the topic of choral singing in a COVID world.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E27: Delaware State of the Arts - The Grand Opera HousePaul Weagraff interviews Pam Manocchio, Director of Community Engagement for The Grand, about their COVID adjustments, and their upcoming “Concerts by Car” and Summer Arts in the Parks.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS9 E26: Delaware State of the Arts - William F. CrandellPaul Weagraff interviews Delaware author William F. Crandell about his evolution as a writer, including his Jack Griffin detective series, recently picked up by Devil Party Press.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts...
2023-07-1721 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E29: Delaware State of the Arts - Pages Alive TheaterPaul Weagraff interviews Lisa Corrado, founder of Pages Alive Theater, about this new initiative using theater to teach young children Shakespeare and other great classics.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E28: Delaware State of the Arts - Rehoboth Art LeaguePaul Weagraff interviews Sara Ganter, Executive Director of the Rehoboth Art League, about its origins in Henlopen Acres and its growth throughout the years to serve Sussex County.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E30: Delaware State of the Arts - Mark Alan PoloPaul Weagraff interviews interior designer and author Mark Alan Polo about his writing career and first novel, “Mosquitoes and Men,” published by Devil’s Party Press in Milton.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts i...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E31: Delaware State of the Arts - Historic Odessa FoundationPaul Weagraff interviews Debbie Buckson, Executive Director of the Historic Odessa Foundation, and Donnan Sharp, board member and descendant of H. Rodney Sharp, about the Historic Houses of Odessa.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E32: Delaware State of the Arts - Mispillion Art LeaguePaul Weagraff interviews Mary Galligan, Judy Struck, and Rosemary Connelly from the Mispillion Art League in Milford about their history, growth, programming, and upcoming “Big Draw.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E33: Delaware State of the Arts - University of DelawarePaul Weagraff interviews Dr. Lauren Reynolds, assistant professor of music and director of concert bands at the University of Delaware. Lauren talks about her role at UD and an exciting trip to Spain with UD’s Wind Ensemble.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate th...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E34: Delaware State of the Arts - Candlelight ThearePaul Weagraff interviews co-founder of the Candlelight Theatre, Lena O’Toole, and board members Sue and Tom Hornung, about 50 years of live theatre in Ardentown Delaware.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into al...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E35: Delaware State of the Arts - Vanesa SimonPaul Weagraff interviews Vanesa Simon about her personal journey using the arts as a way to heal and recover from her battle with cancer.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E36: Delaware State of the Arts - Sandy RobbinsPaul Weagraff interviews Sandy Robbins, Producing Artistic Director of UD’s Resident Ensemble Players, and a recipient of the prestigious John Houseman Award from The Acting Company.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts in...
2023-07-1721 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E18: Delaware State of the Arts - The Rainbow ChoralePaul Weagraff interviews Simone Novaes-Card, President of The Rainbow Chorale, about its history, growth, and service to Delaware’s cultural community.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life. Le...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E19: Delaware State of the Arts - Kate Ransom and Augustine MercantePaul Weagraff interviews Kate Ransom and Augustine Mercante about the upcoming Serafin Summer Music Festival, to be held at The Music School of Delaware.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E20: Delaware State of the Arts - The Gateway Lab SchoolPaul Weagraff interviews Catherine Dolan (Head of School) and Dr. Linda Krakauer (Arts Integration Specialist) from The Gateway Lab School about its history and success in educating 3rd through 8th graders using arts integration.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E21: Delaware State of the Arts - The Wilmington Drama LeaguePaul Weagraff interviews Board President Eric Molino and Production Manager Kathy Buterbaugh from the Wilmington Drama League about their beginnings as a parlor reading group up through today’s schedule as a vibrant community theater in Wilmington.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the pu...
2023-07-1722 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E13: Delaware State of the Arts - Rehoboth Summer Children's TheatrePaul Weagraff interviews Steve Seyfried, co-founder of the Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre, about how they got their start back in 1982, and how they’ve grown and expanded their outreach to include more than 80 performances each summer.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the publ...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E12: Delaware State of the Arts - MelomaniePaul Weagraff interviews Tracy Richardson, founding co-artistic director of Melomanie about their beginnings 26 years ago, their evolution over time, and their current projects and programs.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E14: Delaware State of the Arts - Center for the Creative ArtsPaul Weagraff interviews Center for the Creative Arts Executive Director, Terry Foreman and Board President, Ralph Kuebler about the community arts center’s programming, growth over the years, and their involvement in the transformation of Yorklyn which is being spearheaded by the Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Di...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E15: Delaware State of the Arts - OperaDelawarePaul Weagraff interviews Brendan Cooke, General Director of OperaDelaware about its distinction as the 11th oldest Opera company in the United States, along with the upcoming opera festival featuring “Dead Man Walking” and “Scalia/Ginsburg.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awarenes...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E16: Delaware State of the Arts - Kent County Theatre GuildPaul Weagraff interviews Mike Polo, longtime member of the Kent County Theatre Guild, about its history, growth, and current role in the greater Dover arts community. Founded in 1953, the Kent County Theatre Guild may be the only theater in the state occupying a building that was actually moved from another property!Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E32: Delaware State of the Arts - Winterthur Museum, Garden & LibraryPaul Weagraff interviews Tom Savage, Director of Museum Affairs at Winterthur Museum, Garden, & Library about the upcoming 55th Annual Delaware Antiques Show, to be held at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington the weekend of November 9th.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E11: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Photographic SocietyPaul Weagraff interviews Fred Cullis, President of the Delaware Photographic Society, about its 86-year history and the upcoming Wilmington International Exhibition of Photography.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E10: Delaware State of the Arts - CoroAllegroPaul Weagraff interviews Becky Hamilton, President of the CoroAllegro board, about the group’s origins and evolution as one of Delaware’s premier choral ensembles.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all face...
2023-07-1321 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E9: Delaware State of the Arts - Bootless StageworksPaul Weagraff interviews Jim Fuerst and Andrew Laino from Bootless Stageworks about the Wilmington-based theater company and their upcoming production of “Disenchanted.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware life...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E7: Delaware State of the Arts - Clear Space Theatre CompanyPaul Weagraff interviews Wesley Paulson, executive director of Clear Space Theatre Company about its origins, milestones and current role in the cultural life of Sussex County.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E6: Delaware State of the Arts - New Castle County Libraries and NCC Reads ProgramPaul Weagraff interviews Catherine Wimberley and Pat Birchenall about the New Castle County Reads program, now in its 14th year. Catherine is the Programs and Services Coordinator for New Castle County Libraries, and Pat is the Coordinator of the NCC Reads program and Manager of the Newark Free Library.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E5: Delaware State of the Arts - Light Up the Queen FoundationPaul Weagraff interviews Executive Director Sarah Koon and Board Secretary Kathleen Ford from the Light Up the Queen Foundation about LUTQ’s history, growth, and upcoming “Shine a Light on 1969.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integr...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E4: Delaware State of the Arts - First State Ballet TheatrePaul Weagraff Interviews Kristina Kambalov, Executive Director of the First State Ballet Theatre about the company’s origins, growth, and role in today’s cultural landscape. View upcoming performances on DelawareScene.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E3: Delaware State of the Arts - Conor McGiffinPaul Weagraff interviews Delaware native, Conor McGiffin, now on the national tour of “Finding Neverland,” coming to the Playhouse on Rodney Square, February 7-10, 2019.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of D...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E2: Delaware State of the Arts - Rehoboth Beach Film SocietyPaul Weagraff interviews Sue Early, Executive Director of the Rehoboth Beach Film Society, about their beginnings, growth, and current programming that attracts attendees from as far away as Thailand.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS8 E1: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware College of Art and Design (DCAD)Paul Weagraff interviews Jean Dahlgren, President of the Delaware College of Art and Design, about what brought her to Delaware and how DCAD has become an integral part of Delaware’s arts landscape.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of th...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E39: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Historical SocietyPaul Weagraff interviews Dr. David Young, Executive Director of the Delaware Historical Society about his background in public history, what brought him to Delaware, and his vision for the historical society and its mission to tell Delaware’s story on the local, regional, and national scene.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers gr...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E38: Delaware State of the Arts - Devil's Party PressPaul Weagraff interviews co-founders of the Devil’s Party Press in Milton, Dianne Pearce and David Yurkovich, about the local publishing industry and southern Delaware’s literary community.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E37: Delaware State of the Arts - Hagley Museum and Library and Winterthur Museum & LibraryPaul Weagraff interviews David Cole, Executive Director of Hagley Museum and Library, and Greg Landrey, Director of Academic Affairs at Winterthur Museum, Garden, and Library about their evolving connections to Chinese academic and cultural institutions through academic exchanges and traveling exhibitions.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E35: Delaware State of the Arts - Arts Academy at Dover High SchoolPaul Weagraff interviews Teresa Emmons from the Arts Academy at Dover High School about the origins of the program and the growth of an arts career pathway for high school students in the Capital School District.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E19: Delaware State of the Arts - Gable Music VenturesPaul Weagraff interviews Gayle Dillman and Jeremy Hebbel, Gable Music Ventures, about the annual Ladybug Music Festival in Wilmington and Milford. This annual event celebrates women in music and is held in the LoMa neighborhood, Wilmington. Learn MoreSend a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E20: Delaware State of the Arts - Fort DuPont Redevelopment and Preservation CorporationPaul Weagraff interviews Jeff Randol and Mark Kleinschmidt with the Fort DuPont Redevelopment and Preservation Corporation about this exciting mixed-use community and the upcoming Fortify Music Fest on September 29, 2018.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E21: Delaware State of the Arts - D. Marque HallPaul Weagraff interviews D. Marque Hall, Wilmington Athlete, Activist, Author, Artist and Fighter for Change, about the upcoming August Quarterly and his work as an artist and social activist.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E22: Delaware State of the Arts - Connie SimonPaul Weagraff interviews Wilmington artist Connie Simon about her upcoming exhibition at the Delaware Art Museum, “Intimate Visions: Paintings on Paper” featuring David Hornung, Constance Moore Simon, and Žaneta Zubkova.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integ...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E23: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Art MuseumPaul Weagraff interviews Heather Campbell Coyle and Margaret Winslow from the Delaware Art Museum about their Wilmington 1968 exhibitions and the impact that the visual arts and photojournalism can have when reflecting upon our social history.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase...
2023-07-1321 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E24: Delaware State of the Arts - WELLartsPaul Weagraff interviews Eileen Wilkinson, founder and facilitator of WELLarts, an arts-based approach to helping individuals connect with each other and themselves through collaging, journaling, and more.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E25: Delaware State of the Arts - Grand Opera HousePaul Weagraff interviews Mark Fields from the Grand Opera House about the Grand’s new season, the variety of offerings in its three venues, and the role the Grand plays in community engagement and downtown revitalization.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, in...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E26: Delaware State of the Arts - Lloyd ShorterPaul Weagraff interviews Lloyd Shorter, 2018 Masters Fellow in Music: Solo Recital. Lloyd talks about the rich musical environment in which he grew up, and his multi-faceted career as musician and teacher.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E27: Delaware State of the Arts - Stephen KingsberryPaul Weagraff interviews Stephen Kingsberry about his exhibition, “Burden of Palestine,” at the Christina Cultural Arts Center during Wilmington’s October Art Loop.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delawa...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E28: Delaware State of the Arts - Music School of DelawarePaul Weagraff interviews the Music School of Delaware’s president and CEO, Kate Ransom about their growth, outreach, and programs for students and the general public.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into al...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E29: Delaware State of the Arts - MélomaniePaul Weagraff interviews Tracy Richardson the Co-Artistic Director of Mélomanie about its upcoming season and collaborations with composers, musicians, and venues.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all facets of Delaware l...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E30: Delaware State of the Arts - Music School of DelawarePaul Weagraff interviews the Music School of Delaware President and CEO, Kate Ransom about its service to the state through public programs, instruction, and collaboration.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into all...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E31: Delaware State of the Arts - Robin Hill-Page GlandenPaul Weagraff interviews Robin Hill-Page Glanden about her career as a writer and actor, and her upcoming program at the Jackson Inn, “Rock & Roll with the Punches.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of t...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E33: Delaware State of the Arts - Heidi SarverPaul Weagraff interviews Heidi Sarver, Director of the University of Delaware’s Fightin’ Blue Hen Marching Band, about what it takes to be in a university marching band, as well as the band’s debut in the upcoming 6abc/Dunkin’ Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants a...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E34: Delaware State of the Arts - Young Actors GuildPaul Weagraff interviews Founder and Board Member of the Young Actors Guild in Delaware, Jennifer Meekins, about this rapidly expanding children’s theater program in the Smyrna-Clayton community.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the ar...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E36: Delaware State of the Arts - David DuttonPaul Weagraff interviews Delaware author David Dutton about his career as an author, the Delaware literary community, and his recently published novel, “One of the Madding Crowd.”Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts programming, educate the public, increase awareness of the arts, and integrate the arts into...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E15: Delaware State of the Arts - Office of Cultural AffairsPaul Weagraff interviews Tina Betz, Executive Acting Director, Office of Cultural Affairs at the City of Wilmington about the 30th anniversary of the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival, June 17-24, 2018, the largest, multi-day, free jazz festival on the East Coast. 2018 headliners include Brian McKnight and Arturo Sandoval. Learn moreSend a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the...
2023-07-1321 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E13: Delaware State of the Arts - University of DelawarePaul Weagraff interviews Dr. James Allen Anderson, Associate Professor and Director of Orchestral Activities at the University of Delaware. They discuss the university’s orchestra programs, along with an upcoming trip to China for an immersive experience with orchestral groups in several major Chinese cities.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants an...
2023-07-1322 minDelaware State of the Arts PodcastS7 E14: Delaware State of the Arts - Delaware Public ArchivesPaul Weagraff interviews Stephen Marz, State Archivist and Director of the Delaware Public Archives, discussing the Public Archives’ mission, programming, and partnerships. Highlights include the “Trench Art” exhibit and outdoor installation of the ship bell from the WWI warship USS Delaware.Send a textThe Delaware Division of the Arts, a branch of the Delaware Department of State, is committed to supporting the arts and cultivating creativity to enhance the quality of life in Delaware. Together with its advisory body, the Delaware State Arts Council, the Division administers grants and programs that support arts p...
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