D.R.A.M.A. TalkRadio

Todays interview is with Lisa Gates who is the Drama Minstry leader at New Landmark Missionary Baptist Chuch. We will refelct on the purpose of Drama Ministry and how to use it as a way to get the word of God to those that might not ordinarily go to church. Thinking outside of the box, we explore some interesting ideas.

"My Sisters' Cup" is an inspirational, heartfelt story about four sister: Josephine, Jackie, Nita and Samantha, learning the value of sisterhood, and the forgiveness of their father Johnny Lee.

Studio Nafisa is an Art, Design and Technology studio for Children specializing in developing and nurturing creative talent and preparing students for lifelong success. With classes using STEM based protocol, the students call upon their creativity and excel in the training they receive.

Here is a person you should know. His name is Christian Bowie aka Eros The Prince of Poetry. Chicago has some great spoken word artist and poets and Christian Bowie is among them. He holds a event called Hot Chocolate Poetry, where he gives up and coming poets a chance to speak. He's an National Award Winning Poet, a Recording Artist, and the 2020 Ham Slam Champion. His latest album is on all streaming services, "The LOVE HER Album".

Meilin Ehlke is the go-to shamanic channeler for writers, spiritual creatives, and enlightened entrepreneurs to experience magical moments to reveal the beauty in all things: Earth wisdom, Universal language, and knowledge of the Unending realities.

Amy Tagtmeier is an up and coming artist and escape room creator who is bursting on the scene. Her paintings are called "Calm and Chaos" and represents phases of life that all humans experience.

Valerie Smith is a seasoned flute player who produces elegant Flute sounds with effective tones. She is classically trained and has played duo in the past with other instrumentations: guitar, violin, harp, cello and piano. In this episode she shares how to create effective tones and live life in creative harmony.

The Chicago Harpmonster has been on the local Blues scene for a long time. He has recently been involved in Live Video Broadcasting on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram. This episode he shares how he's transitioned from the harmonica to live video broadcasting.

Welcome to the Pete Ellman Big Band! If you want to hear great big band and jazz classics, you’ve come to the right place! His new CD - For Pete's Ache is on sale now in CD's and digital. In this episode Pete shares his journey in creating one of the most well known Big Bands in the Midwest.

Ansonia Gibbs - Musician, singer, Podcaster, Dinstinguished Toastmaster...she does it all. And she is married to me!

Camara K is a theatrical actress but has found a new creative release...Painting! Today she shares how painting helps keep her grounded and provides opprtunities to be creative...in a different way.

Harold Dennis - the Chicago, IL-based native has earned the nickname "the hardest working man in show business", a reputation he still lives up to. Harold Dennis has worked in films and television since 2000. There is always a year where he has appeared in more than one or two projects. During most of the 2010s, Harold averaged between ten or more projects each year. His momentum and work ethic has proven to be superbly solid and does not at all appear to slow down at any time. We discussed Acting Workshops in a Virtual World and the Philosophy of Acting.

Phoenix is the Executive Director of Blue Sky Rhythm Productions and the President of C. Phoenix Tyler Productions. Her work has been hailed as prolific, brilliant and outstanding. She has written, directed and produced numerous plays and there is always a powerful and positive message in her work and she never uses profanity. ~ www.cphoenixtyler.com

Charles Hemphill, Jr. is a Chicago actor that has done work not only on stage but film and television too. Charles is proud to have been a member of New Branch Theatre Company. He gives thanks to GOD for the opportunities to perform in the arts. Today's episode: Respecting The Director.

Derek Oxley is the host of the podcast" Behind The Wheel" where each episode gives you food for your brain. In this episode we discuss how he got started with his podcast and his observations of current events.

Patricia Sykes is a veteran actor from Chicago. Pat loves any opportunity to analyze a character and then bring that alive on stage. However you always have to fight your fears on stage. In this episode, we discuss "Facing your fears in your artistic journey".

Rebekah Lynn Pierce is a creative, mutilfaceted professional with a carrer of succeses in business accomplishments. Among them are teaching composition and literature, also writing/editing. Rebekah is a persuasive communicator with strong presentation skills. She is an accomplished writer, playright. and producer. RLP Productions recently had a virtual stage reading of her thought provoking play, " That Color Blind Kind of Love".

Terrence Mardis is a dramatic actor who’s ability to transition over to comedy has landed him leading and supporting roles in over 55 productions, which include movies such as Love Bones, Separated At Birth, and Holla If You Hear Me. Terrence gave an astounding performance starring as President Barack Obama, in addition to 12 other roles, in the hit stage play From Slavery To The White House.

Rosette Jarriett is the founder of Magnified Gift Theater Company; a not for profit arts organization dedicated to providing extensive educational programming for the youth, to support local artists, and to enrich our communities with exceptional contemporary theater works that involve real-life experiences.

Victor Gulley is the creator of the festival called A Taste of Theater. A Taste of Theatre Festival exposes, educates and entertains a diverse audience of professional, intermediate and novice playwrights, thespians and staff members. Playwrights compete by showcasing one scene of their play. Just like movie previews or trailers provide the public with insight about the movie they intend to see, A Taste of Theatre does the same thing for live theater allowing playwrights to give you a “Taste” of their play.

Robert "Brotha Blaze" Murray is an actor whose work in theater, film and television shows that he is indeed "blazing the trail." He is always looking to learn more about his craft and become a better actor.

Multiple award-winning playwright, Jeanette W. Hill, is a creative activist whose unique voice and delivery make it difficult, if not impossible to categorize her or her work. Her courage in approaching the taboo subjects of African American community head on causes her to stand out. As the artistic director and founder of JWHill Productions LLC, her mission is to tell stories about the African American experience with ‘their’ voice.

Multiple award-winning playwright, Jeanette W. Hill, is a creative activist whose unique voice and delivery make it difficult, if not impossible to categorize her or her work. Her courage in approaching the taboo subjects of African American community head on causes her to stand out. As the artistic director and founder of JWHill Productions LLC, her mission is to tell stories about the African American experience with ‘their’ voice.

Dionne Hawkins is currently a Drama Instructor for the Chicago Park District working at Austin Town Hall Cultural Center and Douglas Park Cultural Center in Chicago. When not throwing shoes or attempting to create sanity from theatrical chaos, Dionne acts, writes and volunteers as a Girl Scout Leader. As William Shakespeare said, "All of the world is a stage". Some of us just have better seats.

Aaron Brown - Composer, Producer, Actor, Rapper. Aaron is a "Hip-Hop Instumentalist" who has his musical creations in over 90 placements in cable network shows on HBO, VH1, TLC, MTV among others. His musical flexibility is his greatest asset.

This episode features Chicago actor LeFronce Kenneth Barber who has been a staple in Chicago theater for the past 30 yesars. Today LeFronce will share some of experiences and thoughts on where theater and film are going in Chicago.

Introducing the host of D.R.A.M.A. TalkRadio, Calvin Gibbs, Jr. This is a show that will give a voice to those that are " developing real and moving art". We will talk to actors, authors, musicians, everyday folk in the community that are getting it done on the creative tip.