The Art of the Matter

This week, a documentary about a crime that held Indianapolis spellbound in 1977, conservationist Meg Lowman, and how librarians deal with music on formats that are no longer supported*. We'll also learn about the Indiana Writers Center's new home, and talk with Indiana's first Poet Laureate about his new book that pairs Walt Whitman verse with Bible passages.

This week, a golf course designer who's also a photographer - or maybe the other way around - a poet who literally traced her ancestors' footsteps, a woman who wants to change the world for women and girls, the Harrison Center's new mission, and Butler University's MFA outreach programs.

This week, how Julie Kern the banker became Satch the artist, how engineers and fiber artists decided to collaborate, how Dorothy Alig got her work in the new Cummins Building, that era when Indy had a booming funk and soul scene, and a show and sale of 4,000 works of clay.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll celebrate the winter holidays with local music and spoken word by artists including Norbert Krapf, Marc Allan, Melissa Fraterrigo, Kaveh Akbar, Gary Walters, Becky Archibald, Monika Herzig, Buselli-Wallarab Jazz Orchestra, and many more.

This week, how an Indianapolis native revealed the identity of Watergate's "Deep Throat," Indianapolis Ballet Company's holiday concerts, and quality time with Professor Watermelon. We also learn about an innovative study series at Indianapolis' Second Presbyterian Church, and sample Pravada's Small Studio Session.

This week, two books that might be the perfect presents for people on your list, Carmel's new nod to the traditional German Christmas market, how to get circus skills right here in Indy, and Pacer Victor Oladipo is also a musician.

This week, the Indianapolis Children's Choir and the Indiana Historical Society are ready for the holidays, and we learn about a moving partnership between Ivy Tech art students and Community North Hospital. We'll also learn about two books - one about civil discourse, and the other about distinctly uncivil behavior in the animal kingdom.

This week, YELP Indy and the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir are ready for the holidays, the Indiana Writers' Center has a class to help you write your memoirs, Acceleration Art & Photography Gallery is inspired by Star Wars, and Cat Head Press teaches printmaking.

This week, in honor of Thanksgiving, we're revisiting some of our favorite interviews. Tune in for conversations with the Vogue Theatre's Steve Ross, rising star singer Jackie Evancho, local musical legends Tad Robinson and Rob Dixon, and poet Kaveh Akbar.

This week, a new biography of the poet who wrote America the Beautiful, Indiana Humanities' Books, Booze, and Brains, Starbase Indy, WinterLights at Newfields, and Arts at All Saints.

This week, something poisonous has invaded the Indiana State Museum, Fountain Square hosts a monthly comedy event, and APA Fellow Sean Chen is everywhere. Also, Dick Wolfsie tells us what makes a Jewish joke work, and Clint Breeze & The Groove are our featured Small Studio Session.

This week, how Julie Kern the banker became Satch the artist, how engineers and fiber artists decided to collaborate, how Dorothy Alig got her work in the new Cummins Building, that era when Indy had a booming funk and soul scene, and a show and sale of 4,000 works of clay.

This week, a photography exhibit that celebrates the special power of tattoos in the lives of veterans, a profile of Nuvo's new arts editor Dan Grossman, and Justin Vining's really big work in the lobby of Clowes Hall. Also on tap: Bob Harbin's company BobDirex brings back the spirit of burlesque and vaudeville in an expanded version of an IndyFringe show, and the IMA explores our citizens and asks "Where would you like to wake up tomorrow?"

This week, the Spirit & Place Festival explores power, the Ann Katz Festival celebrates books, films, food, and more, and Native Art Now showcases the best of the Eiteljorg's Contemporary Art Fellows' work. Plus, photographer Bill Foley creates stunning portraits of nuns, and teen composer Ashton Gleckman scores films. Don't miss out - tune in!

This week, the Arts Council of Indianapolis has a new public art initiative, Small Studio's Brett Wiscons is on tour, Broadway comes to Indianapolis, influential women give talks, and Dance Kaleidoscope takes us on a Magical Mystery Tour.

This week UIndy's jazz season, a Full Circle Festival, and Andy Warhol at the Long-Sharp Gallery. We'll also learn how the arts can envision a more connected neighborhood, and narrowly escape a boo-hag. Don't miss out - tune in!

This week an in-depth conversation with the writer and director of the new film Columbus, we'll meet the Fat Turtle Theatre Company, and we'll preview Vess Ruhtenberg's Small Studio Session. We'll also learn about a new book about poverty, and meet a husband and wife photography team.

This week, a Buck Creek Players production about legal shades of gray, what life will be like for Indy galleries after IDADA's demise, and a weekend devoted to touring our city's greatest landscapes. We'll also check out a new kids' book that helps families explore cities, and discover automatic art with painter and sculptor Keith Hampton.

This week, we're revisiting some of our favorite recent interviews. Tune in for conversations with painters and friends Justin Vining and Benny Sanders, mother and son artists Sylvia and Sean Gray, The Geeky Press, and IRT Playwright-in-Residence James Still. And if you're at the Penrod Arts Fair at Newfields on Saturday, September 9th, come say "Hi" - we're broadcasting "The Art of the Matter" live next to the WFYI Blues tent from 11:00 to 2:00.

This week, a sneak preview of Actors Theatre of Indiana's fall offerings, the Indianapolis Society of the Classical Guitar, and nearly 5,000 visitors celebrate Scottish heritage, music, and food in Columbus, Indiana. We'll also hear from one of the Texas Tenors about their upcoming performance in Indy, and get the skinny on Jeff Byrd's upcoming concert.

This week, How to Live Beyond 90 Without Falling Down - really, it's a new memoir by Georgia Buchanan - John and Sarah Lechleiter play with science kits at the Indiana State Museum, and Larissa Hammond is turns an obstacle into an advantage at the Tube Factory. We'll also get sneak previews of the Start With Art luncheon and the Penrod Arts Fair. Don't miss out - tune in!

It's nearly time for the Indy Fringe Fest, all the bands are coming to Carmel, and why you should visit Columbus, Indiana this month. We'll also get a sneak preview of Nickel Plate Arts' fall season, and meet poet Adrian Matejka. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, meet the Indiana State Museum's new CEO, check out some motorcycles at the Indiana History center, hear what jazz guitarist Charlie Ballantine's been up to, celebrate an NEA grant that will invigorate a community, and envision things with wings at the IMA. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, a sneak peek at a highlight of the Indiana State Fair, a festival devoted to boogie-woogie piano, and some mad scientists stage an art exhibit. We'll also meet comedian, musician, and motivational speaker Rick Garrett, and learn how Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre is celebrating its 20th anniversary season. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, Stutz Artist Resident John Klinkose can't escape water, the Indiana State Museum showcases the role of Hoosier limestone around the world and right at home, and Yelp Indy's creative new festival. We'll also get a peek at the inspiration behind two summer concerts by Dance Kaleidoscope, and find out what you can expect if you attend Butler's Divedapper Poetry Carnival. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, Stutz Artist Resident John Klinkose can't escape water, the Indiana State Museum showcases the role of Hoosier limestone around the world and right at home, and Yelp Indy's creative new festival. We'll also get a peek at the inspiration behind two summer concerts by Dance Kaleidoscope, and find out what you can expect if you attend Butler's Divedapper Poetry Carnival. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, the Great American Songbook Academy, using music to enrich the lives of people with Alzheimer's Disease, the band Eliot Bigger, and a premiere at the Phoenix Theatre. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, we'll learn about a new professional ballet company, check in with a multimedia artist-turned-woodworker, and meet a pair of oncologists who have a secret identity as contemporary art curators. We'll also meet a local theatre company focusing on new works and a photographer whose work is inspired by travel. Join us for these conversations and more on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, we'll get sneak previews of the Indianapolis Opera and Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra's new seasons, learn how Sofar Sounds is reinventing house concerts, get insights into the Carmel Symphony Orchestra's music director search, and hear from David Amram about his long friendship with Dan Wakefield. All that and more, this week on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, we'll learn about The Gluestick Festival and a Herron Galleries art show that celebrates all things "zine," learn why Gail Payne pairs country songs with Gershwin for her new cabaret show, discover how tribulations helped Richard Edwards create a solo album, and understand why Janet Allen and James Still can finish each other's sentences. All that and more, this week on "The Art of the Matter".

A conversation with Janice Roger, who's retiring after nearly four decades as a cantor. Next, meet the "antidamsels" drawn by artist Jenny Montgomery, who'd like young people to have strong and resilient role models. We'll also learn what makes singer Jackie Evancho tick, get a sneak peek at the JCC's second annual Israeli Film Festival, and get some insights into the Indiana premiere of the stage musical version of The Hunchback of Notre Dame. All that and more, this episode of on "The Art of the Matter."

This week, three summer exhibitions at Herron School of Art & Design, the National Art Museum of Sport collaborates with The Children's Museum, we meet The Storefront Theatre, we learn about dozens of Hoosier Beacons, and we find out if Roger Schmelzer has any jitters ahead of his New York City debut.

This week, travel back a few centuries via early music on period instruments, check out a 62-year-old free art fair, and listen in as Christian McBride lauds Gary Burton. Then it's on to even more exotic aural destinations: A night in India courtesy of modern dance, and a rock ensemble made entirely of bassoons.

This week, the Indiana Artists board members have their annual exhibit, the Great Bike Race wheels into Theatre on the Square, and a chat with Prince's drummer, Bobby Z. We'll also learn about The Geeky Press, about which you should know if you're a writer, and peek inside artists' curio cabinets.

This week, Summer Stock Stage has given birth to a grown-up company, we'll visit the A.J. Foyt Exhibit at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, and we'll get to know some baby animals at the Indianapolis Zoo (everybody say "aww" now). We'll also stroll through five private gardens, and get a sneak peek at The Cabaret's new season.

This week, painters Justin Vining and Benny Sanders egg each other on, Big Foot Yancey pays a visit, the Phoenix Theatre's new dark comedy, the Museum of Miniature Houses presents free creativity sessions, and a chance to see a collection of copper etchings by Salvador Dali.

This week, we warm up for three festivals: The Broad Ripple Arts Fair, Onyx Fest, and the Virginia Avenue Folk Festival. We'll also learn about Heartland Actors Repertory's new identity, and take a tour of a Gilded-Age train car.

This week, the Vogue Theatre's Steve Ross talks about his decades with the club, we'll meet the IMA's new Director of Festivals, Performance, and Public Programs, and we'll hear the winner of the National Library Week's Teen Poetry Slam. We'll also meet the creator of a one-woman show about naturalist and author Gene Stratton-Porter, and chat with artist Kevin Hughey about his exhibit at Clowes Memorial Hall.

This week, Christina Baker Kline talks about Orphan Train and how Andrew Wyeth inspired her new novel, and Ken Scott crafts hunting pouches that look centuries old, as well as creating fraktur and talismanic art. Local alt-rockers Wife Patrol get their groove on, and we get a sneak preview of the Stutz Artists Open House. While we're on a roll, have you renewed your WFYI membership? It's the perfect time, and you can do it quickly and safely right here at wfyi.org!

We're on a theatre binge this week on The Art of the Matter! You'll hear about Theatre on the Square's new show, the Indy Fringe's new creative team member, and Actors Theatre of Indiana's play about Judy Garland. We'll also explore the Rhythm Discovery Center with Kids, and meet Jim Naremore, whose debut novel is called The Arts of Legerdemain, as Told By Ghosts. Don't miss this episode!

This week on The Art of the Matter, we meet a painter who's inspired by science and a painter who's inspired by words. We learn about an Indy theatre company that pioneered theatre for seniors, get a sneak preview of Comic Con, and find out how Butler ArtsFest helps students connect with world-renowned performers.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll talk with The Prince Diaries' Indiana-born author about her newest novel, go on-site with Kids Dance Outreach, and meet APA Fellow Alex Beyer. We'll also learn why local music veteran Vess Ruhtenberg finally cut his own album, and discover the Indiana Historical Society's new You Are There exhibit, focused on Italian POWs at Camp Atterbury.

This week on The Art of the Matter, Dance Kaleidoscope alum Ricardo Melendez brings his current company to town; Ball State students lend their skills to remixing the symphony, and we meet APA Fellow Drew Peterson. We'll also learn about Tyron Cooper's latest projects and get the story in the Indiana Artists' Centennial Exhibition.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll meet a visual artist who lives and creates with Parkinson's Disease, and discover why John Jacob Audubon could easily be a contemporary self-made man. We'll also discover how Larry Sweazy's fictional characters introduce themselves to him, check out tattoo artist Shadow, and meet APA Fellow Sam Hong.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll meet an American Pianists Award finalist who played a Haydn sonata right through a magnitude 6.1 earthquake. We'll hear why you should refuse a straw with your soft drink. We'll meet a glass blower and a barbecue sauce master whose work will be featured in the Indiana Artisan Marketplace, and we'll discover how Start Trek's creators got a lot right about modern technology. Last but not least, we'll visit a virtual circus with kids Veronica and Max.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll check out a play that imagines Prince Charles as King of England, visit Big Car's Tube Factory, and learn how an orchestra changes when it accompanies singers. We'll also meet the colorful new music director of Encore Vocal Arts and meet the first APA Classical Awards finalist.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll learn how hard it is to provide a movie soundtrack live, how a Fort Wayne collective is using artistic front porches to get neighbors to know one another, and visit an art exhibit dedicated to the great Ella Fitzgerald. We'll also see how abandoned houses on the near eastside are being reborn as art hubs, and go behind the scenes at the creation of a new setting of Beauty and the Beast.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll learn about ArtMix's First Friday exhibit, catch up with blues legend Tad Robinson, and warm up for WFYI's Ice Miller Wine Fest. We'll also find out how the Indiana Wind Symphony's founder and music director comes up with unusual programming, and meet visual artist Chee Wang Ng.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll meet the artist behind the super-colorful IndyGo Bus, eavesdrop on composer Becky Archibald as she midwives a new composition, and learn why Roxane Gay loves difficult women. We'll also discover why high school kids from around the city are raising money for Kenya, and fetch a story about man's best friend at the Eiteljorg Museum.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll check out an Indy DJ school, head to Hendricks County for classical and pops music, and meet the Full Circle Nine Gallery at the Circle City Industrial Complex. We'll also experience The Great War through Hoosier eyes, and meet some artists from the 19th annual Meet The Artists exhibition at Central Library.

This week on The Art of the Matter, we'll discover some of the strange and wonderful materials that provide pigment for paints, check out a concert featuring bandoneon, eat some soothing soup in honor of Phobruary, jam with juniors, and hear about an innovative art project that aims to help patients with degenerative disease communicate.