Spotlight - Manx Radio
258 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 20 hours ago -Howard Caine presents a journey through the vibrant arts and creative scene on the Isle of Man.
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SPOTLIGHT 11 MAY 2022
May 11, 2022 19:18 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWe hear about special 40th anniversary grants from Culture Vannin and the Manx Heritage Foundation, stories from the time of the Duke of Atholl come alive in the Labyrinth players radio plays and astronaut Nicole Stott talks about her space dolphin!
SPOTLIGHT 11 MARCH 2022
May 11, 2022 15:18 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWe hear about special 40th anniversary grants from Culture Vannin and the Manx Heritage Foundation, stories from the time of the Duke of Atholl come alive in Labyrinth players radio plays and astronaut Nicole Stott talks about her space dolphin!
SPOTLIGHT 04 MAY 2022
May 04, 2022 18:12 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWe hear about a Culture Vannin produced film in a major festival in Brittany, more about the ArtReach Studios in Peel, a panto with a difference and a final chance to hear Cleveland Plate winner Paul Costain . .
SPOTLIGHT 04 MARCH 2022
May 04, 2022 14:12 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBWe hear about a Culture Vannin produced film in a major festival in Brittany, more about the ArtReach Studios in Peel, a panto with a difference and a final chance to hear Cleveland Plate winner Paul Costain . .
SPOTLIGHT 27 APRIL 2022
April 27, 2022 20:06 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBH drops into Artreach studios in Peel as final year UCM visual arts students set up their "Ubiquitous" exhibition, Iva has a poem for us and it's Laxey Brass!
SPOTLIGHT 20 APRIL 2022
April 20, 2022 19:10 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThe art of Eileen Schaer celebrated in stamp release, seasoned adjudicator Jan Palmer-Sayer on the MADF Easter Play Festival and the first in a regular series of poems from the island's bards!
SPOTLIGHT 13 APRIL 2022
April 13, 2022 21:30 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBWe hear about this year's IOM Art Society Easter Art Exhibition, back at the Villa Arcade, an exciting change for the Young Actor of Mann and of course - it's almost Guild time!
SPOTLIGHT 06 APRIL 2022
April 06, 2022 19:47 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBIn this episode we hear about the Easter Art Tank for young creatives, Fenella Beach heads up a glam spectacular fundraiser, the final curtain for the suspect players and brush up your Shakespeare!
Spotlight 30 March 2022
April 04, 2022 15:02 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBWe hear about the return of the Easter play festival, a performance of Mozart's Requiem, a new book on the Laxey mine disaster and how could we ignore the annual spectacle of the Young Farmers Concert!
Spotlight 23 March 2022
March 23, 2022 21:03 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBThe Parodos Theatre company gear up for their production of "Much Ado" . . . more on biosphere art, a bardic poem and what happens when shanties meet bonnag ?!
Spotlight 16 March 2022
March 16, 2022 22:37 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBH catches up with the new MWT Biosphere Artist in residence, the new Manx Youth Bard, a cast member from "Hunt" at Kensington Arts and sleeping bags at the ready - it could be a long one . . it's the Braaid Eisteddfod!
Spotlight 09 March 2022
March 09, 2022 21:35 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBHoward speaks to the author of a new book on Manx fairies, Ged finds out more about a locally made short film on a shocking topic and why the organs on the island are disappearing . . . .
Spotlight 02 March 2022
March 02, 2022 22:20 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBOne Act Play Fest, live at the hit factory in Peel, the best photos online and a demon at the Gaiety!
23rd February 2022
February 23, 2022 16:46 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBShawn Sturnick speaks with Simon Parkin, the author of critically acclaimed new book ‘the Island of Extraordinary Captives’ and Ged Power heads to the pub, where a new musical takes shape during a multi-genre jam session or live rehearsal.
16th February 2022
February 16, 2022 22:35 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBChristy investigates a basking shark trail in Port Erin, finds out about an arts event for LGBT history month and hears about the local band that has reformed after a 35 year 'break'- and now recording a brand new EP.
9th February 2022
February 09, 2022 19:38 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBOn Spotlight this week, Christy DeHaven brings us two tales that tell of the power of art and its positive effects on our mental health and well being. Author Robert Cowley brings us a new bedtime story, about a dragon who’s on a mission to bring happy and colourful dreams to little kids and big kids alike. Also tonight, we head South for a community art exhibition with a difference, as photographer Jimmy Thistle takes us on a personal journey with his wild wanderings. As ever, we’d love t...
Peter Shimmin In Conversation
February 04, 2022 15:20 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MBKensington Arts Centre may have a new name and a new creative lead with a new vision, but the end goal is still to inspire, encourage and teach the arts to the local community. Christy DeHaven catches up with Peter Shimmin - the new person in charge - to find out what is in store for the former YAC and have a tour of the facilities while there (full interview).
2nd February 2022
February 02, 2022 21:16 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThis week, Christy speaks with ceramicist-turned-painter Martin Hearne, who shares tales of his wonderful new exhibition at the Manx Museum. Also, Peter Shimmin tells us about the journey that led him back to the Island - to take on a role that will see him developing the Arts Centre where he once studied his craft. And we get a wee taste of Trip's new album 'Drop for Neptune', with a song written by Manx fiddle player Isla Callister.
26th January 2022 (extended)
January 26, 2022 21:04 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBA special, extended version of our chats with this week's guests. Christy DeHaven speaks with Douglas Choral Union Director David Dawson along with 'Quasimodo' Jonathan Sleight and 'Esmerelda' Leah Carter, giving us a fascinating insight into the preparation of the major theatre production "The Hunchback of Notre Dame". Also this week, Bethany DeLeigh Runciman from the Isle of Man Poetry Society gives us the details on the young persons' Poetry Trail and shares her experiences using poe...
19th January 2022
January 19, 2022 19:52 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBHoward Caine speaks to Jackie Morrey-Grace about he latest work "Assila's Song" and CEO of the Manx Wildlife Trust, Leigh Morris explains more about their search for the MWT Biosphere Artist in Residence for 2022
12th January 2022
January 12, 2022 21:07 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MBChristy is in the Spotlight driving seat this week. We speak with Head of Culture and Arts Emma Callin and Arts Development Manager Jane Corkill, reflecting back on 2021 and what was actually an extremely productive year for art here on the Isle of Man – despite the difficulties presented by the Pandemic – and also looking ahead to what we can expect in 2022. Also this week: how would you like to see your artwork adorning the walls of the brand new Steam Packet vessel? Business Development...
5th January 2022
January 05, 2022 19:53 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThe first Spotlight programme of 2022, supported by the Isle of Man Arts Council. Blein Vie Noa! Howard Caine chats with President of the Manx Amateur Dramatics Federation Michael Lees, about the fast approaching One Act Play Festival; while Christy DeHaven speaks with Norwegian musician Jon Lightfield, who is embarking on an exciting new multimedia venture in 2022 with 'Power On Music'.
26th December 2021
December 26, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBSarah Hendy returns to look back at the year in Arts and Culture here on the Isle of Man
22nd December 2021
December 22, 2021 17:31 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThe final Spotlight of the series! Michelle chats to Writer, Actor and Director Alex Duncan about his brand new radio play "Garden of Teeth and Claws", which will be exclusively played on Manx Radio on December 28th. And Felipe Kowalczuk from Open Water Films talks to Michelle about his journey from Brazil to the Isle of Man.
15th December 2021
December 15, 2021 15:46 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThe Manx Drag scene is the conversation this evening, as Michelle is joined by Island Drag Queens and King. Also, Michelle learns about progressive metal, with musical band Aeons.
8th December 2021
December 08, 2021 17:39 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBMichelle is joined in the studio by Simon Rea from Truman Falls* to talk about their upcoming Christmas event and new single. On the phone, is Isla Callister joining Michelle from Glasgow to chat about the Celtic Collaboration she is involved in. AND we meet the Village Blinger, also known as Annie Eastham. *NB: since this programme was recorded, sadly the Graih Christmas Concert that Simon Rea mentions has been cancelled due to Covid concerns.
01 December 2021
December 01, 2021 21:01 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBMichelle is joined by Joff Whitten to talk about brand new musical arts project ‘Kitterland’ which will take place at the Erin Arts Centre at 7.30pm on Sunday 5th December. This week Michelle also jumps into the world of poetry and catches up with Island Poets Bridge Carter and Hazel Teare.
17th November 2021
November 17, 2021 22:35 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThis week Michelle is joined by classical composer Eleri and learns about her unusual process of composing. Also featured is David Rowles, organiser Battle of the Bands 2022. For more information about the competition head to Battle of the Bands on Facebook.
10th NOVEMBER 2021
November 10, 2021 21:05 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBYou can’t hide from the C word any longer…… its CHRISTMAS! This week, Michelle James heads to Pooil Vaaish Handmade Christmas Fair in Ballasalla. Join over 40 talented local artists and makers as they showcase their latest designs and gifts under one roof. Featured on Spotlight – Isle be Creative, The Flower Studio, Wolly Made, Paint and Thimble and Jo Lewy Ceramics.
3rd November 2021
November 03, 2021 21:30 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBMichelle James looks after Spotlight this week, with a trip to Port Erin to check out new art and community hub 'Artea'; while she's there, she also meets the artists Clare Payne and Nathan Cardy who are behind the latest exhibition. She also catches up with Charlie Williams and Alex Armstrong, the theatre loving pals who are behind new classic company 'Parodos', who are starting their run with Shakespeare in the Spring.
27 OCTOBER 2021
October 27, 2021 21:30 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBAssistant Curator for Manx National Heritage Nicola Tooms shows us around the new exhibition 'Traders of the Lost Arts' at the House of Manannan - spoiler: it's super funky. Artist Dawn Kennaugh dorps by to tell us more about hwo she got into painting and what continues to inspire her, and Anumeha Kumar introduces us to the island's first Bollywood dance class which you can try for free all next week! For more info, contact the Theatrix Theatre Company [email protected]
20 October 2021
October 20, 2021 21:30 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MBLast week, Howard Caine and a merry band of local performers joined forces to stage the acclaimed film director Mike Leigh’s 1970s cult classic ‘Abigail’s Party’ in aid of the Roy Castles Lung Cancer Charity – he spoke to news editor Lisa Harding for this evening's show. Out at the Hodgson-Loom Gallery at Laxey Woollen Mills, Julia Ashby Smyth is in the middle of hanging work for her joint exhibition with Neil Milsom who we know for his sculpture, but he’s been adding something completely new...
13 October 2021
October 13, 2021 21:30 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBThe Youth Arts Centre is a hive of activity this evening, with Art Tank, Soundcheck and National Theatre Connections activities taking place - we’ll be finding out what’s on when! I’ve also got the first single from ‘Broken Rainbow’, a collaboration between a local artist and a musician in Arizona!
Spotlight
October 06, 2021 21:30 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBOn Spotlight this evening we’re looking ahead to the Isle of Man Film Festival! We’ll be joined by two of the festival directors, Dark Avenue's Bethany White and Patrick Crellin who have some special treats in store at their event tomorrow evening, and Liam Rice and Joshua Moore - stars of ‘Before You Go’ a locally-produced short film being screened on Sunday. Find out more on Facebook or at isleofmanfilmfestival.com
SPOTLIGHT
May 26, 2021 20:23 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBH is Hendo for the last week and is delighted to hear about a new jazz club on the island, Sarah speaks to the cast and director of an exciting theatrical project on the Island and all roads lead to Laxey for the Great Laxey Brass Band Festival
Spotlight Podcast
March 18, 2021 19:43 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBToday, we speak to theatre director Caroline Devlin about her adaptation of Shakespeare's Henry V for Zoom! The Guildford Shakespeare Company have adapted to these strange times in such an exciting way and are asking you to get involved by creating artworks, props, pieces music or creative writing to be featured in this live online performance. The deadline is Friday March 26th though, so don't miss out! For more info, follow this link: https://www.guildford-shakespeare-company.co.uk/yourima...
Spotlight
February 17, 2021 22:30 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBThis week we find out more about Roz Kelly whose gift to young musicians just keeps on giving - to apply for this year's bursary, get your application in before next Monday 22nd February here: https://musicservice.sch.im/pages/index/view/id/19/The%20Roz%20Kelly%20Music%20Bursary%20 We also speak to the man behind those bright and beautiful birds adorning our letters at the moment, photographer Luke Stephenson https://www.iompost.com/stamps-coins/collection/show-birds-/
Spotlight in Lockdown Podcast
January 28, 2021 02:00 - 16 minutes - 14.9 MBThis week, we speak to the Isle of Man Arts Council's Graduate Intern, Olivia Savage. Having only graduated last summer, Olivia has had a very interesting lockdown experience so far but is getting stuck in to some really exciting projects which will span her year with the Arts Council. Listen & subscribe to 'Island Artcast' at the following link: www.iomarts.com/Island%20Artcast
Spotlight Review of the Year 2020
December 29, 2020 22:00 - 53 minutes - 48.5 MBFrom organists to poets, to composers, we look back on a year when creativity helped us through some very difficult times
SPOTLIGHT
July 22, 2020 14:58 - 24 minutes - 34 MBDo you know anyone who’s still shielding or perhaps just needs a bit of a pick-me-up? I bumped into Ciara Kilgallon in Ramsey over the weekend, who says Post Millish may be just the thing you need to spread a little joy Over lockdown you may have really missed being able to go and enjoy the displays at the Manx Museum and the Island’s art galleries, but the iMuseum has fantastic online archives which you can enjoy any time any place - recently they’re added to the website a collection of ske...
SPOTLIGHT
July 15, 2020 16:49 - 20 minutes - 47.2 MBWe're back at last and are delighted to be joined by local artist David Paul Cowley who is auctioning off a very special portrait he did through lockdown in aid of Mannin Sepsis, poet Jackie Morrey-Grace who tomorrow morning makes her international debut, and we he 'Be Your Best' from Biskee Brisht's new album 'Stand in the Sea' which launches this Friday evening at Compton Vaults.
Spotlight - 18th March 2020
March 18, 2020 18:40 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBAaron Ibanez looks after this week's Spotlight.
Choral Fantasia
March 11, 2020 22:30 - 25 minutes - 34.4 MBCan you imagine how organ music sounds when paired with beatboxing? English Organist Tom Bell tells us more, he’s on the Island to play a programme of Victorian organ music this Friday, and we speak to the conductor and pianist for Carmina Burana and Beethoven’s Choral Fantasia On March the 29th, a The Isle of Man Choral Society, Isle of Man Symphony Orchestra and the Manx Youth Choir bring us a spectacular concert at the Villa Marina Royal Hall - Orff’s Carmina Burana and Beethoven’s Choral...
On Your Doorstep
February 12, 2020 22:30 - 22 minutes - 36.2 MBDr Chloe Woolley, Manx Music Development Officer for Culture Vannin, and Arts Engagement Officer for the IOM Arts Council Grainney Sheard tell us What’s On Your Doorstep (a fabulous event happening in March, that's what!) And we speak to Jon Marleau, one half of Canadian/British band Uphill and Still, who are gigging at the Peel Centenary Centre on Friday 28th February. Jon was kind enough to chat to me from outside his hotel in London where he was waiting to pick someone up from the Airport!
Dungeness
February 05, 2020 22:30 - 25 minutes - 40.2 MBChief Minister Howard Quayle enjoys the work on display at the opening of Mannin Quilters' biannual exhibition, Director David Dawson and the young performers involved in this production of 'Dungeness' let me behind the scenes and we speak to the play's writer Chris Thompson.
Youth Bard!
January 29, 2020 22:30 - 24 minutes - 39.4 MBThe Manx Youth Bard for 2020 was inaugurated at a ceremony last Friday evening. The lovely Judith Ley is our roving reporter this evening and at the ceremony she spoke to Manx Bard Zoe Cannell, the first Manx Youth Bard Holly McRae, poet Janet Lees, one of the two runners up Esther Walker, and this year’s champion, Manx Youth Bard for 2020, Xander Shirtliff. Steve Nash joined Christy De Haven in the Saturday Night Live Lounge and we hear what he has to say on the process of writing music in d...
Ta-ta-taboo
January 22, 2020 22:30 - 22 minutes - 35.3 MBOn today’s programme we’re joined by poetry writer and performer Jackie Morrey-Grace who has gone international with her work, writer and critic Olivia Laing shares a book, a painting and a song for when you’re feeling lonely. Jackie Morrey-Grace has been sharing her poetry with passers-by in London recently and she joins us in the studio. We hear the recording of Ta-ta-taboo fresh from Gyp Buggane’s Ballagroove Studios! Not long ago, I heard a lovely piece on BBC Radio 4’s Front Row where au...
Spotlight - 15th January 2020
January 15, 2020 22:30 - 24 minutes - 39.5 MBOn This week's programme, we're joined by Bethany De Legh-Runciman and Hazel Teare of the Manx Poetry Society who have just released a new anthology, Young Reflections of Mann, Manx Bard and Guild organiser Zoe Cannel give us a run-down of some of this year’s new classes (including mime!), and should nude life drawing lessons be taught in schools? UK art group Spirited Bodies thinks so!
Spotlight - 8th January 2020
January 08, 2020 22:30 - 25 minutes - 40.1 MBOn this first Spotlight of 2020, we speak to do-gooders teaming up with The Secret Stitch Society to make reusable animal bandages and pouches for injured animals in Australia. We also hear about Isle of Man ABC The Musical – On Tour, coming soon to a stage near you!
2019 Spotlight Review of the Year
December 30, 2019 18:10 - 56 minutes - 91.1 MBFastyr Mie and welcome to the 2018 Spotlight review of the year! And what a year it’s been on our creative little Island - you’ve given me plenty to talk about and this selection of best bits doesn’t nearly cover all the great conversations we’ve had through 2019. We begin with writer and storyteller Michael Rosen, who told us that parents are feeling the pressure to be entertaining and getting a sort of ‘stage fright’ when reading books aloud to their children. Later in January, Maurice Po...