Art Zone with Nancy Guppy

Marshall Law Band rocks the Clock-Out Lounge stage; renowned glass artist Preston Singletary answers 63 questions; Typewriter repair is front and center at Bremerton Office Machine Company; Pony World Theatre debuts “Not / Our Town,” a twist on the Thornton Wilder classic play “Our Town”; and a visit to Seattle’s beloved literary hub, Elliott Bay Book Company.

Raconteur and art enthusiast Jed Dunkerley tours the nooks and crannies of Seattle Center; glass artist Ryan Blythe collaborates with Tiffany & Co.; “38 Coffin” delivers a rock ‘n roll punch from the stage of Clock-Out Lounge; Washington Park Arboretum celebrates the newly installed Tsutakwa Memorial Gates; Chihuly Garden and Glass presents the 4th annual REFRACT; and the 27th Seattle Queer Film Festival returns with ten days of must-see movies. 

Curtis Steiner makes his painting debut at Traver Gallery; Anthony White unveils eight new works at Seattle Art Museum; Singer and songwriter Jen Ayers premieres her one-woman musical at Broadway Performance Hall; and Lo_Liner lights up the Clock-Out Lounge.

Art Zone sets sail into summer with a look back at a few highlights from the past season: an interview with Heart’s Nancy Wilson; the meld of art and culture at Nepantla Cultural Arts Gallery; the renowned Pioneer Square jazz club The Penthouse; and the seriously punk sound of SKATES!

Comedian Dana Gould launches season two of his wonderfully weird talk show “Hanging with Doctor Z;” artist Ben Beres dives into the printmaking process; Black Ends prove that “gunk-pop” is alive and well; and the life-affirming spirit of renowned musician and teacher Rebecca Young.

A light-hearted exit interview with art gallery owner Greg Kucera; beloved Seattle actors Amy Thone and R. Hamilton Wright take on the juicy role of Ebenezer Scrooge in "A Christmas Carol" at ACT; a crazy holiday movie suggestion from Scarecrow Video's Matt Lynch; and a fast and fun tune from the trio known as SKATES!

Fun stuff from Crosscut Arts & Culture editor Brangien Davis; the richly detailed landscape of visual artist Lisa Liedgren Alexanderrson; an original tune from the Betsy Olson Band; and a tantalizing glimpse of Joe Rudko's artistic process. Filmed at AMcE Creative Arts on Capitol Hill.  www.amcecreativearts.com

Stephanie Anne Johnson & The Hidogs perform "Never No More"; the painterly vision of Jacqueline Barnett; Photographer Mike Hipple celebrates '90s musicians; and art conservation at Seattle Art Museum. 

Renowned actor Tom Skerritt shines in "East of the Mountains"; a beautiful ten-year collaboration between artists Jil Smith and Kristin Nelson; must-see film highlights from Scarecrow Video's Matt Lynch; and great music from local band Enumclaw. 

Singer and songwriter Máire Kennan records her debut record with veteran producer Jeff Fielder; acclaimed filmmaker Gregg Lachow releases his new series "The Uncertain Detective"; visual artist Saya Moriyasu opens "spooky actions at a distance" at J. Rinehart Gallery; we bid a fond farewell to the beloved Georgetown Stables; and Nancy and Joe decimate a box of Fran's Chocolates. 

This week's episode, taped at ZINC contemporary art space in Seattle's Pioneer Square neighborhood, highlights the gorgeous new group show "COLOR CURE." Then, "The Living," a punk band from the early '80s that included 17-year-old Duff McKagan, is finally releasing their debut record. Also, singer and songwriter Payge Turner recounts her 2020 appearance on NBC's "The Voice" and performs her original song, "Surrender." Plus, the charming and ebullient Jed Dunkerley leads a walking tour through the art-inflected landscape of South Lake Union.

Singer/songwriter Julia Francis delivers a scorching rendition of "Cinderella" from her upcoming summer release; artist Kimberly Trowbridge lands her first-ever solo museum exhibit at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art; Lauren Iida creates art and community in Cambodia; and John Osebold's alter ego, Barry the Bearable Bear, gets lost. 

Josiah Johnson, co-founder of The Head And The Heart, releases his debut solo record; fashion designer Gustavo Apiti specializes in bespoke garments for women and men; and artist Lauren Iida confronts racist vandalism with the healing power of art. More info:Gustavo Apiti: https://gustavoapiti.com/Josiah Johnson: https://josiahsjohnsons.com/Lauren Iida: https://www.laureniida.com/

Political cartoonist David Horsey opines on a polarized America in his new book; Casey Curran creates gorgeously detailed kinetic sculptural pieces that speak to the natural world; the Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio release a spectacular new record; Northwest Film Forum's 16th annual Children's Film Festival goes full throttle online; and, for reasons nobody can understand, Nancy plunges into the frigid waters of Puget Sound.  More info:https://madartseattle.com/exhibits/parable-of-gravity www.caseycurran.comwww.delvonlamarrorgantrio.comhttps://www.seattletimes.com/author/david-horsey

The powerhouse musical duo Tekla Waterfield and Jeff Fielder release their first official joint album "Trouble In Time;" a visit to the sublimely creative mind of artist and puppet show maker Adam Ende; a chat with Lex Vaughn, editor of the highly entertaining satirical website "The Needling;" and CHOP SHOP: Bodies of Work Contemporary Dance Festival moves online. More info:www.adamende.art www.theneedling.com www.teklawaterfield.com www.jefffieldermusic.comwww.chopshopdance.org

The "Bridgerton" series by best-selling author Julia Quinn debuts on Netflix; guitar god Bill Frisell performs an original composition; artists share hopes for 2021; inspiring encore performance from Josephine Howell; and favorite holiday shows go virtual.More info:www.juliaquinn.com https://www.josephinehowell.com www.billfrisell.com  

Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme celebrate the season in their feature film world premiere "The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Special"; Tiffany Lewis believes in the power of a warm, homemade cookie; singer/songwriter Mora Kennan pays tribute to her beloved friend; support local small businesses in this season of giving.  More info:www.jinkxanddela.comwww.cookieswithtiffany.com http://seattle.gov/shopyourblock https://support-local.com

Artist Jed Dunkerley leads informative, eccentrically fun walking tours in Seattle neighborhoods; veteran improviser Jill Farris uses the principles of improv to heal from a life-changing event; Ryan Burns and his talented friends perform the title track from "Postponed Parade;" and animator John Osebold voices his hilarious alter ego Barry the Bearable Bear. More info:www.museumofmuseums.com www.josebold.comwww.ryanburnsmusic.comwww.unexpectedproductions.org

A tour of the Nancy and Joe Guppy home art collection; singer/songwriter Sera Cahoone plays the original tune "Only As The Day Is Long"; behind-the-scenes on the feature film "Potato Dreams of America" with the director of photography Vincent Pierce; a Zoom chat with seasoned production designer John Lavin; and we remember beloved Seattle filmmaker, Lynn Shelton."Art Zone with Nancy Guppy" has temporarily morphed into "Art Zone Phones It In," a low-tech scrappy version filmed in the social distancing comfort of Nancy's condo. With Joe Guppy running camera (his iPhone), Nancy and her remote but mighty AZ team curate homegrown video performances by musicians, actors and comedians; present video interviews with artists, city leaders, and owners of art-based businesses; and feature laugh-out-loud moments like cooped-up cat roommates and Nancy giving Joe a much needed, and very bad, haircut.More info:Full John Lavin InterviewJohn Lavin Sera Cahoone Rally for the MarketThe Moondoggies

SIFF Artistic Director Beth Barrett discusses the road ahead; John Osebold livens up lunch; The Westerlies perform together from afar; actor Bradford Farwell channels Edgar Allan Poe; quarantined cats get squirrely; and Nancy and Joe prepare the perfect PB&J."Art Zone with Nancy Guppy" has temporarily morphed into "Art Zone Phones It In," a low-tech scrappy version filmed in the social distancing comfort of Nancy's condo. With Joe Guppy running camera (his iPhone), Nancy and her remote but mighty AZ team curate homegrown video performances by musicians, actors and comedians; present video interviews with artists, city leaders, and owners of art-based businesses; and feature laugh-out-loud moments like cooped-up cat roommates and Nancy giving Joe a much needed, and very bad, haircut.More information:SIFFJohn OseboldThe WesterliesAn Evening With Poe

Mayor Durkan extols Seattle's can-do spirit and shares her favorite comfort food; a quarantined pup gets his ya-ya's out; master pianist Walt Wagner plays an original tune; world-renowned glass artist Dante Marioni speaks from his studio; tips on how to get best quality video on the iPhone; and Nancy gives Joe a much-needed, and not very good, haircut. "Art Zone with Nancy Guppy" has temporarily morphed into "Art Zone Phones It In," a low-tech scrappy version filmed in the social distancing comfort of Nancy's condo. With Joe Guppy running camera (his iPhone), Nancy and her remote but mighty AZ team curate homegrown video performances by musicians, actors and comedians; present video interviews with artists, city leaders, and owners of art-based businesses; and feature laugh-out-loud moments like cooped-up cat roommates and Nancy giving Joe a much needed, and very bad, haircut.More information:Walt Wagner: www.waltwagner.com Dante Marioni: www.dantemarioni.com    Plymouth Housing call for mural artists: www.plymouthhousing.org/2020/04/24/call-for-artists-2nd-and-mercer Northwest Arts Streaming Hub (NASH): www.nwartstream.org

Christine Riippi, actor, improvisor, and composer, performs a song from her work-in-progress musical "The Quarantine Cycle;" Chef and cookbook author Becky Selengut shares a few of her favorite snack tips; Joe Guppy reveals his favorite snack; singer/songwriter Tomo Nakayama performs his single "Hidakamura;" plus suggestions on how to enjoy, experience and engage with art from home. "Art Zone with Nancy Guppy" has temporarily morphed into "Art Zone Phones It In," a low-tech scrappy version filmed in the social distancing comfort of Nancy's condo. With Joe Guppy running camera (his iPhone), Nancy and her remote but mighty AZ team curate homegrown video performances by musicians, actors and comedians; present video interviews with artists, city leaders, and owners of art-based businesses; and feature laugh-out-loud moments like cooped-up cat roommates and Nancy giving Joe a much needed, and very bad, haircut.More information:Keep current with Christine Riippi's performance schedule on Facebook and Instagram.Becky Selengut 's latest book, "How To Taste" is available from indie bookstores and online. Learn more about The Pantry in Ballard where Becky teaches  and check out Becky's educational videos on her YouTube."Hidakamura" is available on Tomo Nakayama's Bandcamp page.  His newest release, "Melonday," is an all-electronic dance album available digitally and on vinyl.  Keep up with Tomo's creative work on his website and Instagram.