Friday LIVE
411 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 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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Alexios Anest, Movember, Wendy Bantam, Kearney concert, & more!
November 19, 2021 17:41 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBOn Nov. 19, join Shannon Claire and guests for lively conversations about: Alexio Anest's concert in Scottsbluff; The 5th Annual Movember Showcase, a night of music to speak up about men’s mental health issues; the new mural at the Asian Community and Cultural Center in Lincoln; the next Kearney Concert Association concert; the Holiday Card Campaign for incarcerated individuals by Black and Pink; and Vision Maker Media's 45th anniversary. Also, poetry by Fernando Montejano and a look at the O...
Extra: Zeph Siebler and Francie and Finch
November 18, 2021 20:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBOn this week’s Extra, we meet one of the winners of the 2021 Musical Theater Songwriting Challenge and we hear about a Lincoln bookstore's birthday party.
Beyond the Baton, Lincoln Theatre Alliance, LSO and more!
November 12, 2021 17:49 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBOn Nov. 12, join Shannon Claire, Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: “Beyond The Baton” on Nebraska Public Media Television; Lincoln Theatre Alliance's production of Music Theatre International’s "All Together Now!;" National Willa Cather Center's "49 Minutes of Fame: An Exhibition of Native Pop Art" and “Hear the Rhythm of the Road, Route 66;" a new gallery opening in Lincoln; the Pacifica Quartet concert in Kearney; and the next concert by Lincoln's Symphony Orchest...
Extra: Minden Opera House events
November 11, 2021 20:17 - 6 minutes - 9.39 MBGenevieve Randall and Marcy Brandt tell us about events at the Minden Opera House.
Native American Heritage Month, LFCM, Nebraska Project, and more
November 05, 2021 16:50 - 1 hour - 70.7 MBOn Nov. 5, join Genevieve Randall, Shannon Claire and guests for lively conversations about: Homestead National Historical Park's celebration of Native American Heritage Month; Lincoln Friends of Chamber Music concert and Hyeyung Yoon and Michael Sakamoto's collaboration with the UNL Dance Program; Jackie Allen and Hans Sturm's new album, “The Nebraska Project,” and a CD release party; Beatrice Community Players production of "Forest Paths;" Jason Max Ferdinand Singers' Abendmusik performance...
Extra: UNL Opera and Mayor's Arts Awards
November 04, 2021 19:00 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBOn this week’s Extra, previews of the next production by UNL Opera and the Mayor's Arts Awards.
Dreams on Halloween, The Ross, TNP & Shakespeare on tour & more
October 29, 2021 16:34 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBOn Oct. 29 join Genevieve Randall, Shannon Claire and guests for lively conversations about: the Trans-Nebraska Players tour in Chadron, Scottsbluff, Kearney and Lincoln; the Lincoln appearances by Chris Innis and Lynne Lowry at The Ross; new books by Gene Kwak and James Mattson and their event; the E. N. Thompson Forum with Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia; The Tada Tenors; and Dr. Rebecca Faber's talk about her new book. Also, poetry by Brad Aaron Modlin and some new music for Halloween by Sheila Gr...
Extra: A new production in Seward and art and music in Lewellen
October 28, 2021 19:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBOn this week’s Extra, a preview of a new production in Seward and art and music in Lewellen.
Charissa Hogeland, Brad Modlin poetry, Cather Series & more
October 22, 2021 16:52 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBOn Oct. 22 at 9:59 a.m. CT, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: The Baltimore Consort's return to Lincoln; Charissa Hogeland's performance at The Mill in the Telegraph District a book and film discussion presented by the Cather Center; Rehmsworld Concert series; Joshua Calkin's faculty recital; Day of the Dead in Lincoln and Paul Barnes' involvement with this year's NMTA and “A Celebration of Victoria Bond”. Also, poetry by Brad Aaron Modlin and "Hamilton" comes ...
Extra: Keith Lockhart
October 20, 2021 21:25 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBOn this week’s Extra, Keith Lockhart tells us about the concert he's conducting at the Lied Center.
Flatwater Film Fest, LSO, Remember The Drumstick and more!
October 15, 2021 18:46 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBOn Oct. 15, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: the Flatwater Film Festival in Seward; the season opener for Lincoln's Symphony Orchestra; the new documentary about The Drumstick; Chadron State College piano recitals by Bobby Pace and Brooks Hafey; Lincoln Choral Artists first concert of the season; "Coming to the Plains" exhibit coming to Lincoln; and Arnoldo Cohen's Lied Center concert. Also, poetry by Traci Schacht.
Extra: ShakesFEAR
October 14, 2021 19:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBNebraska Rep Artistic Director Andy Park and Applied Shakespeare expert Kevin Rich talk about ShakesFEAR at the Haunted Temple.
Robert Henri, Bluebarn Theatre, poet Traci Schacht and more!
October 08, 2021 16:32 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBOn Oct. 8, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: the first Robert Henri conference in Cozad; a new storytelling series at the Bluebarn Theatre; a choir and band concert at Nebraska Wesleyan; OmniArts Nebraska season opening production; and what art conservator Kenneth Be has been up to. Also, poetry by Traci Schacht and a look at the latest production by the Omaha Playhouse.
Extra: Kearney Symphony Orchestra and Brownville Concert Series
October 07, 2021 19:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBOn this week’s Extra, a look at the next concerts by the Kearney Symphony Orchestra and the Brownville Concert Series.
Timberline, Yorkshire Playhouse, Luke Burbank, and more!
October 01, 2021 16:38 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBOn Oct. 1, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: Timberline's 50th Reunion concerts; Yorkshire Playhouse's production of "Rabbit Hole;" "Live Wire," a new program on Nebraska Public Media; Blixt's “Dream Switch” event in Thayer County; Abendmusik's season opening concert; Angels Theater Company's Salon Reading Series; and Wayne State College Theatre's "The Diviners." Also, poetry by Traci Schacht and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about the Bemi...
Extra: Miss Myra and the Moonshiners
September 30, 2021 19:00 - 5 minutes - 7.52 MBMiss Myra and the Moonshiners come to Kearney this week to play New Orleans jazz. Miss Myra tells us about their concert.
Musical About Star Wars, Lincoln Calling, Nebraska Rep & more
September 24, 2021 16:22 - 55 minutes - 51 MBOn Sept. 24, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: "A Musical About Star Wars" at the Lied Center in Lincoln; Marcelo Lian's citizenship celebration concert on Sept. 25 in Omaha; the "How Great Thou Art" art sale in Scottsbluff; Lincoln Calling; and the first production of the season for Nebraska Rep. Also, a Ross film review by Kwakiutl Dreher, poetry by Katie Schmid and preview of the season opening concerts by the Omaha Symphony.
Extra: Wayne State College events and a play in Seward
September 23, 2021 19:14 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBThis week, we take a look at three things. First, two events at Wayne State College, including "An Evening with Mike Zahs of the Film Saving Brinton" and this fall’s Plains Writers Series program. Then, we find out about the Concordia University Drama Department's production of Agatha Christie's "A Murder is Announced."
Red Cloud Art, Leta of Lincoln, Katie Schmid poems and more!
September 17, 2021 16:43 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBOn Sept. 17, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: the work of Kathleen Lohr and Rick Rasmussen at the Red Cloud Opera House Gallery; Mari Sandoz Pilster Great Plains Lecture and Symposium in Lincoln; Nebraska composer and pianist Philip Daniel's music and concerts; Wayne State College's Piano Duo: Music by Women concert that pays tribute to gifted female composers; Norfolk Arts Center exhibitions by Eric L. Stearns and Tess E. Kilpatrick-Petersen;...
Extra: Greenblatt & Seay September and October events
September 16, 2021 19:42 - 8 minutes - 11.4 MBWe find out about Greenblatt & Seay's September and October events.
Quilts, Lincoln Comm. Playhouse, Beatrice Comm. Players and more
September 10, 2021 17:24 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBOn Sept. 10, join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: Lincoln Community Playhouse's staging of "The Fantasticks;" Beatrice Community Players' production of “Mamma Mia;" this year's Art in the Garden in Lincoln; Hastings College's "Mural Day" competition and inductees into the Fine Arts Hall of Fame; and the Nebraska Rep's new season. Also, Billy Kelly looks at a special quilt exhibition, poetry by Katie Schmid and PACE, the Pottawattamie Arts, Culture, and Entertainme...
Extra: Applejack Festival
September 09, 2021 18:29 - 6 minutes - 9.26 MBNebraska City hosts the annual Applejack Festival later this month. William Padmore has a conversation with Connie Van Nostrand about this festival.
Extra: Bill Ogg
August 26, 2021 19:00 - 11 minutes - 15.1 MBWilliam Padmore talks with Nebraska State Fair's Executive Director Bill Ogg.
Beatrice Film, Schaffert "Perfume Thief," Greek Festival & more
August 20, 2021 16:46 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBOn Aug. 20 join Genevieve Randall and guests for lively conversations about: 110th Birthday Celebration of Hollywood Leading Man Robert Taylor; Timothy Schaffert's new book “The Perfume Thief,” and event at Francie & Finch; My Big Fat Greek Festival in Lincoln; David von Kampen's a new recording; Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway's “Skipping Through Time;" an exhibiton of Sheryl Piere's work in Decatur; and The Lux Center's "Emerge LNK: Mural + Street Art Festival." Also, poetry by Lisa Beans and a ...
Extra: Fork Fest
August 19, 2021 19:00 - 5 minutes - 7.12 MBWilliam Padmore talks with the Norfolk Arts Center's Elley Coffin about Fork Fest.
Ben Nelson book, Brownville Concerts, "Gage County NE" and more!
August 13, 2021 17:10 - 1 hour - 67.9 MBOn Aug. 13, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: Ben Nelson's new book "Death of the Senate;" Lonnie McFadden's performances as part of the Brownville Concert Series;" Beatrice Community Player's production of "Gage County, NE;" the Lied Center's Broadway Series; David Bristow’s new book, “Nebraska History Moments;" and Sheldon Museum of Art's “The Nature of Waste: Material Pathways, Discarded Worlds.” Also, poetry by Lisa Beans and Kwakiutl Drehe...
Extra: Grand Island Concert Association and Ben Nelson
August 12, 2021 20:20 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBOn this week's Extra, we'll hear about the Grand Island Concert Association's new season and the extended version of the interview with Ben Nelson about his new book.
Andrea von Kampen, Dave Mainelli, TADA, "Fetish" and more!
August 06, 2021 16:51 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBOn Aug. 6, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: Andrea von Kampen's new CD and a CD release party: author Dave Mainelli's new book; Tada Production's “A Grand Night For Singing;" Tugboat Gallery's "Fetish;" The Yorkshire Playhouse's production of “A Play About a Dragon;" and, a preview of The Tassel's new season. Also, poetry by Lisa Beans and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about an exhibition at Maple Street Construct in Omaha.
Extra: Sandeep Das and Samina Hooda
August 05, 2021 21:22 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBA discussion with Sandeep Das and Samina Hooda from the Lincoln Crossroads Music Festival.
McCook Block Party, Lincoln Crossroads Music, Lisa Beans, & more
July 30, 2021 16:29 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBOn July 30, join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: The Wildmans Band July 30 performance in McCook; the Lincoln Crossroads Music Festival; the River City Theatre Organ Society's presentation of a concert by Dave Wickerham; Humanities Nebraska Chautauqua in Ashland: this year's Nebraska Star Party; and, events at the Knight Museum in Alliance. Also, poetry by Lisa Beans.
Extra: Art in the Park Hastings
July 29, 2021 19:00 - 6 minutes - 8.46 MBAnjanette Bonham tells us about this year's Art in the Park Hastings.
Paula Poundstone, Lincoln Comm. Playhouse, Montag, & more!
July 23, 2021 16:57 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBOn July 23 join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: comedian Paula Poundstone's performance at the Lied Center; Lincoln Community Playhouse's outdoor production of “A Toby Show:" Blue Cat Gallery & Studio's juried exhibit in Wayne; a live performance at the Bemis Center in Omaha honoring Pulse nightclub victims; the Fort Cody Summer Music Series in North Platte; and Daniel Christian's performance schedule. Also, poetry by Kassandra Montag and KVNO's C...
Extra: Missoula Children's Theatre
July 22, 2021 19:19 - 7 minutes - 10.2 MBThe Missoula Children’s Theatre is in Nebraska again. They offer opportunities for young people to play a variety of roles in a variety of productions. Alise Perault from the Cather Center tells us about their stop in Red Cloud.
The Lark, Aaron Stroessner, Harlan County Dam Playhouse and more
July 16, 2021 16:35 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBOn July 16 join Genevieve Randall, Tom Ineck and guests for lively conversations about: The Listening Room concert by Heather Newman; the new recording by jazz guitarist, songwriter and educator Aaron Stroessner; a new production by the Harlan County Dam Playhouse in Republican City; a youth production by the Beatrice Community Players; "The Addams Family" at Pinewood Bowl in Lincoln; and Angels Theatre Company's new season. Also, poetry by Kassandra Montag.
Extra: Tom Ineck talks with Aaron Stroessner
July 15, 2021 19:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MB"Jazz Currents" host Tom Ineck talks with jazz guitarist Aaron Stroessner about his new recording "Haymarket Station" he recorded with Kevin Lloyd, Mitchell Benson and Andew Wray. Stroessner also talks about his life as a musician and teacher.
Merryman, TadaStock 2, Kassandra Montag and more…
July 09, 2021 16:29 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBOn the July 9 program join Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests for lively conversations about: events at the Merryman Center in Kearney; Tada Theatre’s TadaStock 2; a new production by Hastings Community Theatre; events at The Most Unlikely Place in Lewellen; the Lied Center's new season; and the Lincoln Municipal Band's season. Also, poetry by Kassandra Montag and KVNO's Corbin Hirschhorn tells us about the new Big Canvas Theater in Omaha.
Extra: Paul Barnes
July 08, 2021 19:00 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MBOn this week's Extra, pianist Paul Barnes tells us about his July 13 recital as a part of the Lied Center Piano Academy.
Extra: Elizabeth Katt and Ross film review
July 01, 2021 19:44 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBGenevieve Randall talks with artist Elizabeth Katt about her new exhibition. Also, Kwakiutl Dreher reviews a new documentary showing at The Ross.
Friday LIVE 6/25, Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests
June 25, 2021 18:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBOn the June 25 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests have lively conversations about: •The "Skipping Through Time" events and museum crawl along the Lewis & Clark Scenic Byway •Olde Glory Theatre in Seward's production for Christmas in July •A book by Larry Molczyk and the Broken Arrow Jam Camp •The Stransky Park Summer Concert series •Refurbishment of an historic carillon •And the Foundation Gardens Performance Series Also, poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown.
Extra:Patriotic Concert in Ord
June 24, 2021 19:30 - 5 minutes - 5.32 MBGenevieve Randall talks with the Assistant Director from the Golden Husk Theatre in Ord about a concert of patriotic music given by Kearney Jazz Society.
“Cather Author Series, Flatwater, OmniArts and more…”
June 18, 2021 18:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBOn the June 18 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: •National Willa Cather Center's author series with Chris Harding Thornton •Flatwater Music Festival in Hastings •A production of "Psycho Beach Party" from OmniArts Nebraska •The Darryl White Ensemble on the Jazz in June series •The inaugural Student Film Festival hosted by Civic Nebraska and The Bay •This year'sLincoln Arts Festival hosted by Lincoln Arts Council Also, poetry from Sarah McKinstry-Brown.
Extra: Wahoo150
June 17, 2021 16:00 - 7 minutes - 7.27 MBGenevieve Randall has a conversation with Stacy Ideus and Kim Homes about the Saunders County Historical Society & Museum and Wahoo150 celebration of the town of Wahoo’s 150 + 1 Anniversary.
Prairie Arts Center, Brownville Elvis, and more...
June 11, 2021 16:36 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBOn the June 11 Friday LIVE, Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests have lively conversations about: Prairie Arts Center's "Fire on the Prairie;" Brownville Concert Series' 30th Anniversary Season with Joseph Hall, who will perform as Elvis; Dan Dobson's dinner show at The Most Unlikely Place; BAT Academy Art Studio in West Point; Grover Cleveland Alexander Musical at Grand Island Northwest High School, June 11, 12 and 13; Flatwater Shakespeare's production of "Twelfth Night." Also, poe...
Extra: Debby Greenblatt and David Seay
June 10, 2021 19:00 - 6 minutes - 6.04 MBGenevieve Randall has a conversation with Debby Greenblatt and David Seay about their summer workshops.
43rd Army Band, Charley Friedman & Paul Barnes, The Lark, & more
June 04, 2021 16:51 - 57 minutes - 52.2 MBOn the June 4 Friday LIVE, guest host William Padmore, Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Commander Paul Kenney tells us about the 43rd Army Band's tour of northeast Nebraska; artist Charley Friedman and pianist Paul Barnes tell us about their exhibition at the Bemis Center; The Lark in Hastings is back hosting live music as part of their Listening Room series; the Lied Center offers free summer concerts and more; Tada Theatre presents “The Great American Trailer Pa...
Extra: "Soundtracks for the Present Future" extended interview
June 02, 2021 19:09 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBGenevieve Randall has an extended conversation with artist Charley Friedman and pianist/guitarist Paul Barnes about the "Soundtracks for the Present Future" installation at the Bemis Center.
Bemis, Jazz in June, Cather Conference and more!
May 28, 2021 16:28 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBOn the May 28 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall and guests have lively conversations about: Bemis Center's Summer 2021 exhibitions; Jazz in June; 66th Annual Willa Cather Spring Conference; Calibraska Arts Initiative; International Humanitarian Photographer Randy Bacon solo exhibit in Norfolk; and Tugboat Gallery's Porch Art Palooza. Also, poetry by Nebraska State Poet Matt Mason.
Extra: Blixt Locally Grown
May 27, 2021 19:00 - 9 minutes - 8.26 MBWilliam Padmore and guests tell us about an event by Blixt Locally Grown in Lincoln.
Neihardt Historic Site, Tom Trenney, Matt Mason and more...
May 21, 2021 16:37 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBOn the May 21 Friday LIVE, host Genevieve Randall, William Padmore and guests have lively conversations about: Neihardt State Historic Site Summer on the Lawn series; Abendmusik's "Give to Lincoln Day Music Marathon" and NWU Choir's “Only in the Love;" International Quilt Museum news and current exhibitions: Joel Sartore’s “Photo Ark,” sponsored by the Ogallala Regional Arts Council; Prairie Arts Center events in North Platte; and Beatrice Regional Orchestra's concert. Also, poetry by Nebrask...
Extra: Bug Squad’s Mission Possible
May 20, 2021 19:46 - 10 minutes - 9.3 MBThe virtual class “Bug Squad’s Mission Possible” comes to Omaha next week. William Padmore interviews Brian Galvin about this event hosted by the Omaha Children’s Museum.