Friday LIVE
411 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago -The latest news about arts and humanities happenings around Nebraska, as well as talk and performances from those involved.
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Extra: Don McLeese and Jason Horner
December 01, 2022 20:12 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, conversations with author Don McLeese about his new book and Jason Horner about the next Lincoln Choral Artists concert.
Extra: Brownville harp concert and brass concert in Lincoln
November 23, 2022 20:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, a look at a harp concert in Brownville and a brass concert in Lincoln.
Bone Creek, Lincoln Crossroads, NJO, Synesthesia and more!
November 18, 2022 17:30 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBOn the Nov. 18 program, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Bone Creek Museum of Agrarian Art's new exhibition; Lincoln Crossroads Music Festival off-season concert; Tada Theatre's production of "Songs for a New World;" Nebraska Scholastic Writing Awards; Sage Reiger and Brady Achtemeier's new book “Feeling Different;" and Nebraska Jazz Orchestra's season opener. Also, poetry from Chaun Ballard and a look at this weekend's concert by the Omaha Symphony.
Extra: "One Book - One Lincoln" event and "A Christmas Carol"
November 17, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, a preview of a "One Book - One Lincoln" event and a conversation with the sole actor in "A Christmas Carol."
GI Music Series, Dan Mirvish, poet Chaun Ballard and more...
November 11, 2022 18:04 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBOn the Nov. 11 program, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Jackie Allen and Hans Sturm's performance in Grand Island; Dan Mirvish's new film; Philip Daniel's Union College concert; UNK's world affairs conference; American Outsider Artist Rodney Bode's exhibition in Norfolk; and, The Nebraska Storytelling Festival in Lincoln. Also, poetry from Chaun Ballard and a preview of a performance of "Carmina Burana" in Omaha.
Extra: A film festival in Lincoln and a production in Ord
November 10, 2022 20:58 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, previews of film festival in Lincoln and a production in Ord.
Sarah Rowe in Red Cloud, A Chance Encounter, Lied dance and more
November 04, 2022 16:36 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBOn the Nov. 4 program, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: art and music events at The Willa Cather Center; Andrea von Kampen's new film and discussion at The Ross; Camille A. Brown & Dancers performance at the Lied Center; the B2wins at The Tassel; OmniArts Nebraska's “Hunter Gatherers;" and concerts in Kearney, Omaha, Lincoln, and First Friday Jazz in Lincoln. Also, poetry from Grace Bauer, The Drumstick documentary at The Ross and Kris Lager’s The Conduit Live at ...
Extra: Wallspace-LNK and Fiendish Plots
November 03, 2022 20:47 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, a look at two art exhibitions in Lincoln, one at Wallspace-LNK, the other at Fiendish Plots.
Malcolm X opera, Hannah Porter Occena, Grace Bauer and more!
October 28, 2022 16:43 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBOn the Oct. 28 program, Genevieve Randall, Shannon Claire and guests have lively conversations about: Opera Omaha's production of "Malcolm X;" Hannah Porter Occeña's flute concert; Concordia String Trio's concert; String Fling at The Most Unlikely Place; the next Carson Lecture; and the next Hastings Symphony concert. Also, poetry from Grace Bauer and a look at this weekend's Omaha Symphonic Chorus performance.
Extra: Lincoln Choral Artists and "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow."
October 26, 2022 21:26 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, discussions about the Lincoln Choral Artists concert and the last weekend of Bluebarn's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow."
All By My Lonesome, Josh Hoyer, El Museo Latino and more!
October 21, 2022 16:37 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBOn the Oct. 21 program Genevieve Randall, Dave Hughes and guests have lively conversations about: events at the BE Farm Pumpkin Patch; Josh Hoyer's new recording; Nebraska Rep's "ShakesFEAR at the Haunted Temple;" Wayne State lecture/recital, choir and art events; Nebraska authors' conversation about adoption and their new books on Oct. 22; and the next concert by the Nebraska Chamber Players. Also, poetry from Grace Bauer and a preview of El Museo Latino's "Day of the Dead" celebration and n...
"Pride and Prejudice" and Tugboat Gallery
October 20, 2022 20:32 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, discussions about: "Pride and Prejudice" at the Lincoln Community Playhouse; and, an exhibition about the immigrant's journey at Tugboat Gallery.
Sandhills Symphony, Jacobshagen, Chadron films and more…
October 14, 2022 16:37 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBOn the Oct. 14 program, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: The Sandhills Symphony concert; Keith Jacobshagen's exhibition at Kiechel Fine Art; the next concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; Trading Stories Native American Film Festival 2022 at Chadron Public Library; and, Blixt's production of “Jean." Also, poetry from Twyla Hansen.
Extra: Brownville concert, and art at Mahoney and in Scottsbluff
October 13, 2022 21:51 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, previews of: a concert in Brownville; and art exhibitions at Mahoney State Park and Scottsbluff.
Kearney Symphony, painter Robin Smith, music at Polley and more!
October 07, 2022 16:39 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBOn the Oct. 7 program, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the next Kearney Symphony concert; Robin Smith's exhibition at WallSpace-LNK; a musical event at Bennett Martin Public Library in Lincoln; SWNCTA’s "Oddfellows Local 151 Bingo Night and Spaghetti Feed" Oct. 7-16 in McCook; and, the Vision Maker Film Festival. Also, poetry from Twyla Hansen.
Extra: a film fest, "The Wilds" in Lincoln, and Lightning Bugs
October 06, 2022 20:37 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, discussions about: The Flatwater Film Festival in Seward; a production of "The Wilds" in Lincoln; and, The Lightning Bugs concerts in Lincoln and Grand Island.
Danny Elfman Week, LSO Tuba, Omaha Pottery Tour and more!
September 30, 2022 16:58 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBOn the Sept. 30 program, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Danny Elfman Week in Lincoln; The next concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; Daniel Christian at The Little Red Hen Theatre; Maiah Wynne at The Lark; First Friday at Norfolk Arts Center; and Coro di Flauti at First Friday in Lincoln. Also, poetry from Twyla Hansen and a look at the Omaha North Hills Pottery Tour.
Extra: MONA exhibitions and renovation update
September 29, 2022 20:50 - 8 minutes - 11.9 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra," an update on the activities and renovation at the Museum of Nebraska Art in Kearney.
HIckman theater, Abendmusik, Neihardt book event and more!
September 23, 2022 17:01 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBOn the Sept. 23 program, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: the next production by The Nebraska Communities Playhouse; an Abendmusik concert; this month's "Sunday at the Museum" in Bancroft; Ron Warren and Paul Barnes' concert; a piano duo concert in Wayne; Brad Colerick's LAFTA concert; and Nebraska Chamber Players' season opener. Also, a preview of the Omaha Symphony concert featuring a young cellist.
Extra: Jamie Ulmer
September 22, 2022 20:34 - 12 minutes - 16.5 MBGenevieve Randall talks to Jamie Ulmer about his twenty-five years at the Beatrice Community Players, and the concert to honor him.
Nebraska film officer, Lincoln's Symphony, Klezmer in Omaha
September 16, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBLaurie Richards, outgoing Nebraska film officer, joins us to talk about her career so far. Lincoln Symphony Orchestra's Ed Polochick tells us about their season opening performance, "A Night at the Opera." We learn about a klezmer band playing in Omaha. Artists Carol Hartman and Cathy Kaufman talk about their work, and Stephanie Coley tells us about WNAC's main gallery feature. Two artists from Impact Nebraska join us, Janna Harsch and Jo Brown; they tell us about an exhibition called "Color ...
Extra: Two New Authors and Something Rotten
September 15, 2022 20:54 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBThis week on Friday Live Extra, a discussion with authors Jody Keisner and Kristine Langley Mahler, and with Morrie Enders and Grant Shirmer on "Something Rotten" from the Lincoln Community Playhouse.
Urkoski Orchestra, Angels Theatre, Frank S. O'Neal poetry & more
September 09, 2022 18:30 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBThe Polish Fest in Ahston featuring the Urkoski Orchestra. Angels Theatre Company and their production of a play by Brigid Amos. A collaborative portrait exhibition from Great Plains Art Museum and WallSpace-LNK. The Community Players offering musical theatre in Beatrice. An outdoor art exhibit from Gallery 9 and more art with Noyes Art Gallery at Art in the Garden. Also poetry by Frank S. O’Neal.
Extra- An interview with members of Blix
September 08, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 7.03 MBThis week on the Friday Live Extra, we'll preview two new Blix events with guest Petra Wahlqvist, Oscar Rios Pohirieth and Becky Boesen
Extra: Tory Lenosky and The Big Damn Door Festival
September 01, 2022 19:00 - 27 minutes - 25.6 MBNext week for the Sept. 2 Friday Live Extra, a discussion with film producer Tory Lenosky and a preview of Blue Barn's The Big Damn Door Festival.
Extra: Hub and Soul Music Series and My Big Fat Greek Festival
August 25, 2022 19:00 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBThis week on the Friday Live Extra, we'll preview the Hub and Soul Music Series and My Big Fat Greek Festival.
Rowe, Flatwater Shakespeare, Frank S. O'Neal, Opera Omaha & more
August 19, 2022 17:49 - 1 hour - 58 MBOn the Aug. 19 program Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Blues on the Banks at Rowe Sanctuary; Flatwater Shakespeare Company's production of “Julius Caesar;" "Residual Stripes" art exhibit by Shannon Sargent at Wayne State; Janet Jeffries' performance at the Foundation Garden Performance Series; Jo Nelson's assemblage sculptures at Hastings College; Summerfest at The Lux Center. Also, poetry by Frank S. O'Neal, and Opera Omaha does "Opera Outdoors."
Extra: Michelle DeRusha
August 17, 2022 22:25 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MBThis week on the Friday Live Extra, author Michelle DeRusha tells us about her new book.
Brownville Concerts, Jonis Agee, Frank S. O'Neal and more
August 12, 2022 16:41 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBOn the Aug. 12 program Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Amra-Faye Wright's Brownville concerts; Jonis Agee's new book and talk at Francie and Finch; exhibitions at Metro Gallery in Lincoln; paintings at Saddlebum Studio in Harrison; the new Studio 10 Art Gallery in Grand Island; and Nebraska Public Media’s "Heartland Handmade" program. Also, Kwakiutl Dreher reviews "Fire of Love," poetry by Frank S. O'Neal, and the PACE speaker series continues in Council Bluffs, ...
Extra: Cindy Jacobs
August 10, 2022 20:22 - 8 minutes - 11.2 MBThis week on the Friday Live Extra, artist Cindy Jacobs from Kearney tells us about her art for sale in stores across the country.
Theatre Organ, Greater Tuna, Jeff Koterba and more!
August 05, 2022 16:23 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBOn the Aug. 5 program Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: River City Theatre Organ Society’s Concert; Tada Theatre's production of “Greater Tuna;" Merryman Center's Season announcement; Art in the Park Hastings; and Lincoln Calling: In The Parks. Also, Kwakiutl Dreher reviews "Hallelujah," poetry by Sarah McKinstry-Brown and cartoonist Jeff Koterba is selling his old cartoons at Gallery 72 in Omaha.
Extra: Porch-Art-Palooza and the Gallery 9 August Show
August 04, 2022 19:40 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBThis week on the Friday Live Extra, a preview of the annual Porch-Art-Palooza and the Gallery 9 August Show, both in Lincoln.
Norfolk Fest, Lincoln Crossroads, Yorkshire & Lincoln Exposed
July 29, 2022 16:48 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBOn the July 29 program at 9:59 a.m. CT, Shannon Claire has lively conversations about: a literature festival in Norfolk; Lincoln Crossroads Music Festival; Yorkshire Playhouse's production of “Charlotte's Web;" Kearney Community Theatre's “Emma the Musical;" and Lincoln Exposed. Also, music from Past Casual, poetry by Sarah McKinstry-Brown and a look at some artists selling their work at a farmer's market in Omaha.
Extra: Pershing Mural Project and a new exhibition in David City
July 28, 2022 19:00 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBThis week on the Friday Live Extra, an update on the Pershing mural project in Lincoln and a look at a new exhibition in David City.
Chautauqua, Bandura music, Crossroads Music Fest, Angels & more
July 22, 2022 17:01 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBOn the July 22 program, Genevieve Randall and Shannon Claire have lively conversations about: the Humanities Nebraska Chautauqua in McCook; Lincoln Crossroads Music Festival; Omaha Under the Radar Festival; and Angels Theatre Company's First Flight Festival. Also, live music, poetry by Twyla Hansen and Jackie Ourada experiences Carne y Arena in Omaha.
Extra: Ana Popovic and Lincoln Unites!
July 21, 2022 20:20 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, a chat with blueswoman Ana Popovic and a look at this year's Lincoln Unites!
Laughs at The Lark, Two "Newsies," TADAstock and more!
July 15, 2022 17:01 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBOn the July 15 program Genevieve Randall and Dave Hughes have lively conversations about: "Laughs at The Lark" in Hastings; Tadastock in Lincoln; Pinewood Performing Arts' production of "Newsies" in Lincoln; Papillion La Vista Community Theatre's version of "Newsies;" Ingrid Griffin's music; and Darryl White Quintet in Brownville. Also, poetry by Twyla Hansen and a look at a group exhibition from five emerging Nebraska artists in Omaha.
Extra: Surface Impressions and "SIngin' in the Rain, Jr."
July 14, 2022 20:55 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBThis week on the Friday Live Extra, a look at the “Surface Impressions” exhibition in Lincoln and “Singin’ in the Rain, Jr.” in Beatrice.
Chadron art in Omaha, Meadowlark, Twyla Hansen, and more!
July 08, 2022 16:53 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBOn the July 8 program Genevieve Randall and Shannon Claire have lively conversations about: an art exhibition by two Chadron State professors; the Meadowlark Music Festival; the Filmmakers Workshop at Wayne State; Hear Grand Island concerts; Zoofest in Lincoln; and an art exhibtion at The Lux Center. Also, poetry by Twyla Hansen and a preview of SNAP! Productions' "The Last Supper" at Bellevue Little Theatre.
Extra: Most Unlikely Place and Wallspace-LNK
July 07, 2022 23:01 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBThis week on the Friday LIVE Extra, a look at July events at The Most Unlikely Place in Lewellen and a new art exhibition at WallSpace-LNK in Lincoln.
Extra: Piano Academy, Riverpoint Music, and Wayne Chicken Show
June 30, 2022 19:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBThis week on the Friday LIVE Extra, we get previews of: Lied Center Piano Academy; Riverpoint District Concert Series in Norfolk; and an art project for the 42nd Wayne Chicken Show.
Fermented Fridays, Olde Glory, Beyond Van Gogh and more!
June 24, 2022 18:01 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBOn June 24 join Genevieve Randall, Shannon Claire and guests for lively conversations about: the Firefly Festival in Scottsbluff: the current production at The Olde Glory Theatre in Seward; the Lincoln Municipal Band season; musician Oscar Rios Pohirieth all-ages program in Grand Island; author Dan Chaon at Francie and Finch in Lincoln; and the last OmniArts Nebraska production of the season. Also, poetry read by Matt Mason and a look at "Beyond Van Gogh; The Immersive Experience."
Extra: Fort Cody Summer Music Series and Homestead Days
June 23, 2022 17:53 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, a look at the Fort Cody Summer Music Series in North Platte and Homestead Days at Homestead National Historical Park near Beatrice.
Patton Oswalt, Mary Pipher, Theater, Star City Pride and more!
June 17, 2022 16:33 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBOn June 17 join Genevieve Randall, Shannon Claire and guests for lively conversations about: comedian Patton Oswalt's performance; Mary Pipher's new book; Lincoln Community Playhouse's “Every Brilliant Thing;" Theatre West's season in Scottsbluff; Lewis and Clark Scenic Byway's Scavenger Puzzle Hunt; and Star City Pride and Lincoln Arts Festival. Also, poetry read by Matt Mason and a look at “Nelson Mandela: The Official Exhibition” at Durham Museum.
Extra: Randy Bretz, Tom Knoblauch, and Patton Oswalt
June 16, 2022 19:00 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast: author Randy Bretz; filmmaker Tom Knoblauch; and an extended interview with comedian Patton Oswalt.
Chadron Labrynth, Jazz in June, TADA Rent and more...
June 10, 2022 16:42 - 1 hour - 58.5 MBOn June 10 join Genevieve Randall, Shannon Claire and guests for lively conversations about: the Chadron State College Labyrinth; Jazz in June; "Rent" at the Tada Theatre; Beatrice Community Players' production of “Desperate Measures;" Melodramas at Mahoney; and Jarana at Arts for the Soul. Also, poetry read by Matt Mason and a look at the Omaha Summer Arts Festival.
Extra: Trent Claus, Emily Frenzen, and Beth Dotan
June 09, 2022 19:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, hear about: two new art exhibitions in Lincoln, one from the collection of Trent Claus, and one by Emily Frenzen; and the website Nebraska Stories of Humanity from Beth Dotan.
Willa Cather Spring Conference, NCP, Chuck Peak and more...
June 03, 2022 18:49 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBOn June 3 in a program recorded in Red Cloud, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: 67th Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference; Flatwater Music Festival at Prairie Loft in Hastings; the next Nebraska Chamber Players concerts in Lincoln and Red Cloud; and the murals of Jamie Luttrell. Also, poetry read by Chuck Peek and music performed by Jonathan Sokasits, Taylor Wilson and Sam Robbins. Note: due to rights issues, the performances by Sokasits and Wilson have been e...
Extra: "Soundstitching" and Flatwater Shakespeare Company
June 02, 2022 19:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, conversations with: "Soundstitching" artists Cassia Kite and Stacey Barelos; and, Flatwater Shakespeare Company's Stephen Buhler and Sarah Klocke.
Extra: Homestead's annual Fiddle Festival and the 2022 Playlab.
May 26, 2022 18:41 - 14 minutes - 13.5 MBThis week on the "Friday LIVE Extra" podcast, hear about Homestead's annual Fiddle Festival and the 2022 Playlab in Omaha.