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To all of the subscribers and fans of Two on the Aisle…we have a few announcements about the program. First, because of the impact that the COVID-19 Pandemic has had on the world, in general, and theater in St. Louis, in particular, it is necessary for us to put the regular fortnightly programming on hiatus. Like most of you, we’re not sure how long it will take for productions to get going again, but we’ll let you know when we get a chance to get back to reviews.Second, however, your favorite show hosts, Bob Wilcox and Gerry Kowarsky, will be two of many presenters on the St. Louis Theatre Circle Awards that will be debuted live from HEC Media on our Facebook page, on HEC’s Facebook page, YouTube, and the HEC-TV channel on Charter Cable in St. Louis County. The debut will be exclusive to those platforms on April 7th! So if you wish to be the first to know what the members of the Theatre Circle named outstanding achievements in St. Louis theatre for the past year, make sure you look for the broadcast online and on cable.Lastly, during this hiatus we plan on putting together some playlists of reviews from the past few years so that you can continue to get a look at some of the wide variety of fare that the St. Louis theatre community has produced. We invite you to “Like” and “Subscribe” to our Facebook page, YouTube channel, and Instagram profile if you haven’t done so already so that you can be notified right away when we make new posts.We’re sorry that we won’t be able to bring you new insights on any new shows, but we hope that you’ll stay with us here online for a look back at the best of theatre in St. Louis in 2019 and the hundreds of reviews that we’ve posted online in the past 3 years.
Lisa Govro and I talk about her covert mission, infiltrating your everyday food and drinks, healing herbs, Big Heart Tea Company, stalking her, Amanda from HEC-TV, discovering healing herbs, yoga ashram, Sedona, Ayurveda, food as medicine, turmeric, Indian cuisine, culinary fair, magical herb, mad at the wellness industry, everyday folks, cough away tea, allergy season, making tea in Japan, withering process, and sunshine dust.
HEC-TV speaks with Erik Larson about his book Dead Wake:The Last Crossing of the Lusitania. The book examines the sinking of the ship during World War I and the events leading up to the tragic event. Larson talks in depth about his exhaustive research that includes detailed accounts from passengers on the ship. Dead Wake was named Book of the Year in the History Category by World Magazine.
Moderator concludes presentation with contact information on the Pulitizer Arts Foundation and producer HEC-TV.
Canadian born Blues artist Anthony Gomes shares his love for Blues with HEC TV. The Blues originated in African-American communities of the “Deep South” at the end of 19th century, but Gomes talks about the evolutionary process of the Blues, it’s newfound musicians and audience.
Harris Stowe State University was recently honored to host world-renowned multi-cultural visual artist, Synthia Saint James as their artist-in–residence. Synthia Saint James is best known for her vibrant colors, including designing the first Kwanzaa Stamp for the United States Postal Service and her award winning cover art for Terry McMillian’s book “Waiting to Exhale.” HEC-TV captured her inspirational lecture, as part of the Black History Month Celebration.
Be part of the mission to rendezvous with Comet Encke. Along the way, use your scientific, problem-solving and decision-making skills to deal with unexpected and highly unpredictable objects in the Solar System that may come your way. To find a more detailed program description, a time-coded program agenda, program objectives, related national curriculum standards, pre and post-program learning activities, and other additional resources, follow on this Program Materials link, http://www.hectv.org/teachers/curriculum/hec-tv-live/rendezvous-with-a-comet-october-23-2013/.
Be part of the mission to rendezvous with Comet Encke. Along the way, use your scientific, problem-solving and decision-making skills to deal with unexpected and highly unpredictable objects in the Solar System that may come your way. To find a more detailed program description, a time-coded program agenda, program objectives, related national curriculum standards, pre and post-program learning activities, and other additional resources, follow on this Program Materials link, http://www.hectv.org/teachers/curriculum/hec-tv-live/rendezvous-with-a-comet-october-23-2013/.
In July 1953, the Korean War ended. An armistice was signed. A demilitarized zone was created. And one Asian peninsula and its people were dived in half. Sixty years later the Korean peninsula remains divided. Despite some movement toward increased communication and collaboration between North and South Korea over the years, a demilitarized zone still exists. And now a new North Korean leader has ratcheted up the tension on the peninsula yet again.
In July 1953, the Korean War ended. An armistice was signed. A demilitarized zone was created. And one Asian peninsula and its people were dived in half. Sixty years later the Korean peninsula remains divided. Despite some movement toward increased communication and collaboration between North and South Korea over the years, a demilitarized zone still exists. And now a new North Korean leader has ratcheted up the tension on the peninsula yet again.
For the first time ever, It’s a St. Louis Thing has compiled the best of its unique St. Louis stories into an hour-long program titled “New Media, Old Stories.” In this HEC-TV special presentation, reporter Aaron Mermelstein uses new media to tell the stories behind St. Louis’ recognizable places, things and people. Wabash, Frisco & Pacific Railroad: A railroad that has been chugging along St. Louis county for over 70 years! No Lie: Old Time…Not “Old Timey”: This old country store has been here ever since the big new highway went in--the two-lane--in 1920. We're there on "Liars Club" day...and that's the truth. Maybe. Having a Ball(room): Amazingly, it hasn't ALWAYS been a St. Louis Thing, it just seems like it. Toe-Tappin’ Fiddlin’… Missouri Style: They can't put their fingers on what it is, but they know it when they hear it. It's "Missouri fiddlin'" and it's not like any other. Take THAT, Tennessee! I Aint Afraid of No Ghosts: St. Louis is haunted. There are signs everywhere What IS That Place?: You’ve seen it, you’ve wondered about it, watch it and you STILL won’t know. Of No Use Whatsoever: And they’re still here! Isn’t that great? Like James T. West and Monty Burns: You too can have a posh 85-foot yacht on rails Joe’s Shoe Repair It’s a St. Louis Thing: Giuseppe "Joe" Campier, the sole proprietor of Joe's Shoe Repair on The Hill has been repairing shoes for over 30 years. At 80 years old he works seven days a week. Join host Aaron Mermelstein in his visit to this unique St. Louis Landmark on It's a St. Louis Thing. Lifesaver: A genuine St. Louis hero
For some people, the “geek” is a particular breed of human being whose persona exemplifies the purest meaning of “anti-social”. But for those who know better, “geeks” can be the savy socialites that challenges these beliefs, I think. Maybe we should hear what HEC-TV’s Bob Wilcox thinks about “the geeks”, as he interviews Brian Spath, Producer & Actor of the new web series Comic Geeks, on the next episode of Liquid Light.
After penning her 17th book, award-winning author Chitra Divakaruni talks with HEC-TV about what inspired her most recently released novel One Amazing Thing. The book's characters will intrigue the reader with well-developed, thoughtful stories that are revealed as they struggle to survive following a deadly earthquake. Divakaruni explores cultural differences and human behavior in an uncontrollable situation. One Amazing Thing is an enjoyable, fast read as her characters' stories have a broad range of emotions that will have readers crying on one page and laughing on another. In this conversation, she reveals some secrets of the book as well as her One Amazing Thing.
A special episode of State of the Arts takes you backstage and behind the scenes as hundreds of regional artists prepare for the third annual American Arts-St. Louis Festival. Our cameras follow choreographers, artists, curators, and musicians as they create work sure to delight crowds during 17 days of nonstop art from October 5-21. HEC-TV is proud to be a major media partner of the American Arts Experience-St. Louis Festival.
Chinese Lantern Festival--Art by Day, Magic by Night "Art by Day, Magic by Night" captivates visitors to the Missouri Botanical Garden. The lanterns depict Chinese history and culture, forming a kaleidoscope of color and light towering above the garden's natural beauty. HEC-TV's cameras follow artisans as they create these amazing works of art. Cirque du Soleil--Quidam We're backstage with the performers of the Cirque du Soleil in the hours before a performance. Quidam is the story of a young girl's escape into imagination, told through acrobatic movement and music. In the Spotlight: Stages Producing top quality musical theater is the mission of Stages St. Louis, our latest theater group "In the Spotlight." Arts for Life Creating art that makes a difference in people's lives while recognizing the best in community theater is the goal of the group Arts For Life. Joe Schuster: Literary Grand Slam Publishing success comes to Webster University professor Joe Schuster whose first novel about a baseball player's rocky career is receiving rave reviews. Cavo Local band Cavo is a presence on the national rock scene. In this story, band members talk candidly about the roller coaster of the rock music business and the challenges of staying focused on making music. Fringe Festival Art that is "on the fringe" is front and center in this eclectic festival on the streets of Grand Center. A Sculptor's Story A personal tragedy molds the work of a local metal sculptor. If Walls Could Talk--Arthur Towata Meet a visual artist whose work is informed by his childhood years spent in a Japanese internment camp in WWII. Arianna String Quartet A musical quartet known for their tremendous talent are also teachers and educators. In this story, we introduce you to the members of Arianna String Quartet.
HEC-TV produces more hours of network quality primetime programming per month, than any other television station in our area. And it’s all available—on the air, on demand, streaming, and on our iTunes U channel. From lectures, to live specials, to magazine program series, to documentaries, and more, our programming proves local television can indeed Make You Think.
Want to know what it's like to put on a live TV show? Want a behind the scenes look at the equipment and technology? Want to ask questions of producers, camera people, directors, sound and lighting technicians? Then join us for this "inside look." 1 pm
Want to know what it's like to put on a live TV show? Want a behind the scenes look at the equipment and technology? Want to ask questions of producers, camera people, directors, sound and lighting technicians? Then join us for this "inside look." 10 am
Mid-America Emmy 2011 Awards Show Hosted by Former St. Louis Kids Club Member Nikki Boyer - She now hosts the highest rated show on the web, but you may remember her face from St. Louis Kids Club which aired in the early 90s in St. Louis. This story, formatted like her show "Daytime in No Time," tracks Nikki Boyer's road to success and why she was selected to host the 2011 Mid-America Emmy awards (where HEC-TV picked up six Mid-America Emmys).
Mid-America Emmy 2011 Awards Show Hosted by Former St. Louis Kids Club Member Nikki Boyer - She now hosts the highest rated show on the web, but you may remember her face from St. Louis Kids Club which aired in the early 90s in St. Louis. This story, formatted like her show "Daytime in No Time," tracks Nikki Boyer's road to success and why she was selected to host the 2011 Mid-America Emmy awards (where HEC-TV picked up six Mid-America Emmys).
Now in paperback, Justin Cronin’s hit novel The Passage is a breathtaking tale of catastrophe and survival. This mesmerizing work of sacrifice and hope, tells an epic story of a girl given the chance to save humanity. Award-winning and acclaimed author Justin Cronin’s ambitious vision and powerful prose combine and create the perfect summer read. Stephen King says, "Read this book and the ordinary world disappears." Watch Justin Cronin speak about the inspiration behind his work and read a key passage from the novel about an important character. This presentation is part of the Maryville Talks Books series, which is co-sponsored by Left Bank Books, Maryville University, HEC-TV, and St. Louis Public Radio.
Now in paperback, Justin Cronin’s hit novel The Passage is a breathtaking tale of catastrophe and survival. This mesmerizing work of sacrifice and hope, tells an epic story of a girl given the chance to save humanity. Award-winning and acclaimed author Justin Cronin’s ambitious vision and powerful prose combine and create the perfect summer read. Stephen King says, "Read this book and the ordinary world disappears." Watch Justin Cronin speak about the inspiration behind his work and read a key passage from the novel about an important character. This presentation is part of the Maryville Talks Books series, which is co-sponsored by Left Bank Books, Maryville University, HEC-TV, and St. Louis Public Radio.
HEC-TV proudly celebrated Veteran's Day. We spoke with veterans from five wars, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf, and Iraq, to learn what it meant to them to have served and how we can honor all veterans. Interspersed with footage and interviews from Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, we learn the history of this site and how they see veterans to their final rest.
HEC-TV proudly celebrated Veteran's Day. We spoke with veterans from five wars, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf, and Iraq, to learn what it meant to them to have served and how we can honor all veterans. Interspersed with footage and interviews from Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, we learn the history of this site and how they see veterans to their final rest.
HEC-TV proudly celebrated Veteran's Day. We spoke with veterans from five wars, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf, and Iraq, to learn what it meant to them to have served and how we can honor all veterans. Interspersed with footage and interviews from Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, we learn the history of this site and how they see veterans to their final rest.
HEC-TV proudly celebrated Veteran's Day. We spoke with veterans from five wars, World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Persian Gulf, and Iraq, to learn what it meant to them to have served and how we can honor all veterans. Interspersed with footage and interviews from Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, we learn the history of this site and how they see veterans to their final rest.
Journey back, with this exclusive HEC-TV documentary, to the middle of the 19th Century when St. Louis became "The Gateway to the West." Learn why St. Louis was and continues to be a popular immigration destination.