Podcast appearances and mentions of lyric opera

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Los Angeles-based dancer, Kitty McNamee. She's an artist, a creator and most importantly a collaborator. Her early years in LA were spent honing her craft as Artistic Director of Hysterica Dance Co., a prolific collective that redefined dance in Los Angeles. Kitty's dance films have screened at over 50 festivals worldwide and she currently has several dance-centric documentary projects in development.The long list of musical institutions and theaters she's worked with include the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the LA Opera, the San Francisco Opera, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the LA Ballet and the Pasadena Playhouse.In addition to her staged works, she's collaborated on campaigns for businesses that include Target, Mercedes Benz and Uniqlo. You won't want to miss Kitty's inspiring and collaborative approach to arts entrepreneurship. https://www.kittymcnamee.com/about and https://www.lapopsup.com/about

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Los Angeles-based dancer, Kitty McNamee. She's an artist, a creator and most importantly a collaborator. Her early years in LA were spent honing her craft as Artistic Director of Hysterica Dance Co., a prolific collective that redefined dance in Los Angeles. Kitty's dance films have screened at over 50 festivals worldwide and she currently has several dance-centric documentary projects in development.The long list of musical institutions and theaters she's worked with include the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the LA Opera, the San Francisco Opera, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, the LA Ballet and the Pasadena Playhouse.In addition to her staged works, she's collaborated on campaigns for businesses that include Target, Mercedes Benz and Uniqlo. You won't want to miss Kitty's inspiring and collaborative approach to arts entrepreneurship. https://www.kittymcnamee.com/about and https://www.lapopsup.com/about

[@ 12 min] Alright, this week…Lyric Opera of Chicago has announced their 26/27 season, and we break down the stats, report who's active on the roster, and ask the all-important question…will Luck Be a Lady at the Lyric next year? [@ 30 min] And then...Friend of the Show Randall Scotting returns to the OBS to take a free throw on Nicolò Grimaldi, the castrato who conquered the opera world under the stage name Nicolini. His latest album, 'Divine Impresario' is now available to conquer your earholes... [@ 42 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'… Timothée Chalamet may have been doing the Royal Ballet and Opera a favor, and Jackie Chan takes a shot at the OBS Hall of Fame... GET YOUR VOICE HEARD Stream new episodes every Saturday at 10 AM CT on amplisoundsradio.com operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 operaboxscore.bsky.social

City Council is expected to vote on a measure that allows the Civilian Office of Police Accountability to investigate Chicago police officers with direct ties to white nationalist, extremist groups like the Oath Keepers and Proud Boys. Alongside contributor Brandon Pope and E3 radio founder Anna DeShawn, we discuss why this proposal has gone through 17 separate versions. Plus, the Sky roster looks very different from last week and avery r. young's ‘safronia' makes its world premiere at lyric opera this Friday. Good News: The Golden Shovel Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our daily newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Wednesday, April 15 episode: Window Nation Paramount Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

This week on the Queer News podcast Anna DeShawn reports, in politics politicians fail to pass multiple pieces of anti-LGBTQ+ legislations in Georgia, Wisconsin, and Kentucky. In culture and entertainment, Chicago's Lesbian Bar Dorothy Gains A Sibling Named Fathom, and Poet Laureate avery r. young Debuts safronia at the Lyric Opera. Let's get into it.  Want to support this podcast?

Behind every standing ovation is a body quietly keeping score. From Broadway stages to rehearsal studios, performing artists push physical limits in ways that blur the line between discipline and injury. This episode explores the often-hidden world of performing arts medicine—where physiatrists care for musicians, dancers, and artists navigating overuse injuries, recovery, and longevity in their craft. How do you treat a body that can't simply “take time off”? And what does it mean to heal when performance itself is part of identity?In this episode, we are joined by Dr. François DeAsis, DO, a physiatrist, performing arts medicine specialist, violinist and pianist (since the age of 4-years-old), and the founder of Medicine for Musicians, which that seeks to empower and support performing artists at every stage of their career, from education and outreach to personalized medical care.Dr. DeAsis received his DO (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) from Midwestern University, completed his Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency at Nova Southeastern University, and is currently completing his Performing Arts Medicine Fellowship at the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Dr. DeAsis has worked with artists from all over the world, including those at The Juilliard School, Minnesota Orchestra, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and many other ensembles and universities.Follow Friends of Franz Podcast: Website, Instagram, FacebookFollow Christian Franz (Host): Instagram, YouTube

American conductor James Gaffigan is recognized worldwide for his extraordinary collaborative spirit, and he has attracted international attention for his work as a conductor of symphony orchestras and opera. James was recently named the next music director of Houston Grand Opera, and he will assume his new role in the 2027/28 season. James is in demand at opera companies and symphony orchestras across the world. He serves as the general music director of Komische Oper Berlin, where he leads his third season in 2025/26. He also serves as music director of the Verbier Festival Junior Orchestra. James Gaffigan has conducted for the Metropolitan Opera, Bayerische Staatsoper, Opéra National de Paris, Zürich Opera, Vienna Staatsoper, Deutsche Oper Berlin, Dutch National Opera, Glyndebourne Festival, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and Santa Fe Opera, among many others. He regularly leads the world's greatest orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, San Francisco Symphony,Los Angeles Philharmonic, National Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra, Philadelphia A champion of new music, James has led more than 30 premieres by composers including Thomas Adès, Kaija Saariaho, Anders Hillborg, Andrew Norman, Sarah Kirkland Snider, and Wynton Marsalis. 

We don't always get to talk about classical music productions, however there is one called, 'Agony and Ecstasy' happening in Brisbane this week. It talks about the agony of Good Friday and the ecstasy brough about by Resurrection Sunday. Life, Culture and Current Events from a Biblical Perspective with Neil Johnson.Your support sends the gospel to every corner of Australia through broadcast, online and print media: https://vision.org.au/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick welcomes Monica Eng from Axios back to break down the latest Chicago election results, including the surprises, the clear winners, and the people who didn't have a great night. Monica also shares a moment she'd probably like back, mispronouncing a Led Zeppelin song on TV, and tells the story of her “Dempster Dive,” where she worked her way down four miles of Dempster Street sampling food from 20 different cultures. She also talks about seeing “Madama Butterfly” at the Lyric Opera and gets into the realities of being a tipped worker in the city. Esmeralda Leon joins Nick later and the conversation turns to some of the worst excuses people have ever given for missing work. Things get ridiculous fast, with stories involving a vomiting llama, a swarm of bees, and plenty of other excuses that probably didn't hold up. It's news, food, opera, and complete nonsense, all in one episode. [Ep 439]

New England's largest opera company finally has a place to call home. It's welcoming the public to its newly renovated performance and community studios in Fort Point with an intimate production of a work by Gustav Mahler.

[@ 2 min] Alright, this week…we go Inside the Huddle with Cecilia Molinari! Last Sunday, the Italian mezzo-soprano wrapped her US debut at Lyric Opera of Chicago, just in time to return home for the closing ceremonies in her hometown and the start of the Paralympic games. [@ 31 min] And while the Olympics continue, we'll Chalk Talk on Christopher Tin's Turandot remix, elder millennial olympians, and…cheating Canadian curlers? [@ 47 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'… lifechanging funds in Detroit, Zambello's foreshadowing at The Guardian, and at this point, it may be better to list who's *not* in the Epstein files. GET YOUR VOICE HEARD Stream new episodes every Saturday at 10 AM CT on amplisoundsradio.com operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 operaboxscore.bsky.social

What if your path takes longer than you thought it would? What if you don't win the job straight out of school. Or even straight out of your twenties? And what if that's not failure, but just a different kind of success? In this episode, I sit down with Bill Denton, Principal Trumpet of the Lyric Opera of Chicago, to talk about what it really means to stay in the game. Bill won his job at 50. Before that? He taught high school band, drove to gigs, kept showing up, and stayed connected to his playing through real life, not a perfect timeline. This conversation is for anyone who's ever wondered: ·         Am I too late? ·         Is it still worth it? ·         What if my career doesn't look like theirs? Tune in to hear what long-term commitment really looks like, how to stay ready without burning out, and why your timeline doesn't have to match anyone else's. Whether you're navigating auditions, comparison, or just the quiet pressure of being "on time," this one's for you.  Find out more information about Bill on his website: https://dentonliumusicacademy.com/bios/    If you're ready to step on stage with confidence, perform at your best, and finally feel secure in your playing, let's talk! Book a free discovery call and let's create a plan to get you there. Are you ready to take your playing and career to the next level and create a life that feels purposeful and joyful? Let's connect and explore how personalized coaching can support your journey. Click here to schedule your free consultation, and let's start turning your goals into reality.   Book your FREE Music Mastery Experience Discovery call with Renée HERE Book your free consultation with Renée HERE Download the transcript from this episode HERE   Mind Over Finger Click www.mindoverfinger.com/coaching to book your free consultation with me. Visit MindOverFinger.com for my online courses as well as free resources on peak performance. Grab my free workshops and PDF downloads by going to www.mindoverfinger.com/resources. Connect: https://www.youtube.com/@MindOverFinger https://www.facebook.com/mindoverfinger/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindoverfinger https://www.instagram.com/mindoverfinger/     THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer Jim Stephenson who graciously provided the show's musical theme:  Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson.    

Lyric Opera of Chicago Music Director Enrique Mazzola joins John Williams to talk about the job a conductor does, if he considers himself a performer, what we should know about the Lyric Opera, how it’s one of the most important cultural centers in the city, the importance of telling stories, how programming at the Lyric […]

Lyric Opera of Chicago Music Director Enrique Mazzola joins John Williams to talk about the job a conductor does, if he considers himself a performer, what we should know about the Lyric Opera, how it’s one of the most important cultural centers in the city, the importance of telling stories, how programming at the Lyric […]

Lyric Opera of Chicago Music Director Enrique Mazzola joins John Williams to talk about the job a conductor does, if he considers himself a performer, what we should know about the Lyric Opera, how it’s one of the most important cultural centers in the city, the importance of telling stories, how programming at the Lyric […]

[@ 4 min] Alright, this week…we go Inside the Huddle with Christopher Sokoloski! The American Heldentenor had a breakout year in 2025, coming to international attention singing Captain Vere in the Story of Billy Budd at Aix-en-Provence, followed by an unscheduled role debut as Parsifal at Flanders Opera. Listen for the exact moment when Oliver falls in love…I promise you can hear Oliver's heart break wide open, and its strange because we know he doesn't even like Wagner operas. [@ 34 min] Then, tenor Zachary Wilder takes a Free Throw on being an American in the elite realm of historical performance practice in France! The baroque specialist has a brand new album that weaves together Klezmer, musical theater, jazz, opera, and art song called 'Brooklyn Suite.' [@ 48 min] And to complete our tenor three-pointer, Anthony Leon returns to take a Free Throw on singing Mozart! León makes his Lyric Opera of Chicago debut in 'Cosi fan tutte' next month. [@ 59 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'…was there any way to know that the Saudi Arabian government can't be trusted? If you're Peter Gelb, the answer to that question is apparently, “no…” GET YOUR VOICE HEARD Stream new episodes every Saturday at 10 AM CT on amplisoundsradio.com operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 operaboxscore.bsky.social

Welcome to the second annual Seeing Them Live Year End Concert Review show, where a panel of returning guests shares their favorite live music experiences from 2025. Host Charles brings together an eclectic group of music enthusiasts including award-winning documentary filmmaker Eric Green, podcast host Jessica Catena, nurse practitioner Summer, antique shop owner Art Gregg, executive assistant Dawn Fontaine, accountant Steve Pothel, high school teacher Andy, and producer Doug Flozak to discuss the concerts that defined their year.Eric Green kicks off the discussion with an impressive lineup that showcased both legendary side projects and emerging talent. His year began with Close Enemies featuring Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton at City Winery Boston, followed by Kim Deal's solo tour at the Wilbur Theater. He caught Benmont Tench of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers fame doing an intimate VH1 Storytellers-style performance, and witnessed Shane Hawkins honoring his late father Taylor Hawkins with Chevy Metal at Brighton Music Hall. Eric also saw the Joe Perry Project's supergroup lineup featuring Chris Robinson and Robert DeLeo, enjoyed a nostalgic double bill of Billy Idol and Joan Jett at the Xfinity Center, caught the rising stars Wet Leg at a packed Roadrunner Boston show, experienced Jeff Tweedy's multigenerational band at Royale, and closed out his year with Throwing Muses at the new Racket venue in New York City.Jessica Catena attended three memorable indoor concerts that kept her dry after previous years of rain-soaked shows. She saw young jazz sensation Samara Joy at the newly renovated Ridgefield Playhouse in Connecticut with her uncle, experienced the Broadway spectacle of Moulin Rouge featuring Wayne Brady and Taye Diggs with updated contemporary songs, and capped off her year at iHeartRadio's Jingle Ball at Madison Square Garden, where she saw Ed Sheeran, Laufey, and a diverse lineup of pop and folk artists while dealing with some challenging sightlines.Summer's concert year included the intimate Metro show with Bridget Calls Me Baby where her son met the bass player's parents, a record-breaking night at Lollapalooza featuring Olivia Rodrigo's surprise Weezer collaboration, an energetic Yungblud performance at the Riviera that included some crowd drama, and a unique operatic interpretation of Smashing Pumpkins' Melancholy and the Infinite Sadness at the Lyric Opera of Chicago during a snowstorm.Art Gregg had a remarkable year highlighted by three unforgettable shows. He saw childhood hero Burton Cummings of The Guess Who at the North Shore Center for Performing Arts after accidentally meeting him in the lobby without recognizing him, caught Michael Schenker's 50 Years with UFO celebration at the Desplaines Theater, and scored a last-minute ninth-row ticket to see Robert Plant at the intimate Vic Theatre, where the Led Zeppelin legend performed six classic songs including an electrifying version of Ramble On that earned a rare standing ovation.Charles rounds out the discussion by mentioning his own concert experiences at new Chicago venues including Space in Evanston where he saw Mdou Moctar and The Old 97s, the female-focused Motoblot festival at Beat Kitchen, an incredible Buddy Guy performance at the Rialto Square Theater where the 89-year-old blues legend walked through the aisles playing guitar, shows at the new Garcia's venue and City Winery, and his anticipation for an upcoming Iron Maiden show. The episode concludes with a teaser for part two, which will feature Dawn's private jet experience with the Rolling Stones, Andy's Bonnaroo adventure, and Steve's concert highlights.BANDS: Aerosmith, Alex Warren, Bachman Turner Overdrive, Belly, Benmont Tench, Billy Idol, Black Crows, Black Sabbath, Bob Dylan, Bridget Calls Me Baby, Burton Cummings, Chapel Rowan, Chevy Metal, Close Enemies, DJO, Dogs in a Pile, Ed Sheeran, Elastica, Elastica, Elvis, Foo Fighters, Foghat, Foster the People, Gary Newman, Generation X, Gigi Perez, Guns N Roses, Iron Maiden, Jeff Tweedy, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, Joe Perry Project, Johnny Cash, K-pop band Monsta X, Katy Perry, Kim Deal, King Gizzard, Laufey, Led Zeppelin, Led Zeppelin 2, Liz Fair, Mdou Moctar, Metallica, Michael Shanker, Miles Smith, Ministry, Neil Young, Nelly, Nine Inch Nails, Olivia Rodrigo, Ozzy Osborne, Pixies, Psychedelic Furs, Radiohead, Robert Plant, Rolling Stones, Runaways, Samara Joy, Sarah Larson, Shonen Knife, Smashing Pumpkins, Soraia, Stone Temple Pilots, Taylor Hawkins, The Babies, The Beatles, The Black Crows, The Boudines, The Breeders, The Guess Who, The Old 97s, The Police, The Scorpions, The Velvet Underground, Throwing Muses, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, UFO, Van Halen, Walk the Moon, Wayne Brady, Weezer, Wet Leg, Wilco, Wrought Iron Soul, Yungblud.VENUES: Aragon Ballroom, Barclays, Beat Kitchen, Box Center Wang Theater (Boston), Brighton Music Hall (Boston), City Winery (Boston), City Winery (Chicago), Credit Union One Amphitheater, Desplaines Theater, Garcia's, Grant Park, Great Woods (Xfinity Center in Mansfield, Massachusetts), House of Blues, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Madison Square Garden, Metro, North Shore Center for Performing Arts (Skokie, Illinois), Penn Station, Racket (New York City/Chelsea), Ravinia, Rialto Square Theater, Ridgefield Playhouse, Riviera, Roadrunner Boston, Royale (Boston), Salt Shed (Chicago), Sonia (Cambridge, Massachusetts), Space (Evanston, Illinois), Thalia Hall, Tweeter Center, Vic Theatre (Chicago), Wilbur Theater (Boston), Wrigley Field, Xfinity Center (Mansfield, Massachusetts). PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/SeeingThemLivePlease help us defer the cost of producing this podcast by making a donation on Patreon.WEBSITE:https://seeingthemlive.com/Visit the Seeing Them Live website for bonus materials including the show blog, resource links for concert buffs, photos, materials related to our episodes, and our Ticket Stub Museum.INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/seeingthemlive/FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550090670708

MUSICBook dealer Glenn Horowitz's lawsuit against Eagles' Don Henley and manager Irving Azhoff has been dismissed. https://ultimateclassicrock.com/don-henley-hotel-california-trial-lawsuit/ An overzealous fan accidentally yanked out four dreadlocks from the back of Lenny Kravitz's head during his show Friday in Brisbane, Australia. In a video posted after the show, he said, “You know how hard you've got to pull to rip those out of my head? Damn, baby.” It occurred while he walked through the audience playing “Let Love Rule.” But, the incident won't deter him, as he adds, “I'm not going to stop coming out there for ‘Let Love Rule' because that's our moment together.” Up next is Melbourne on Tuesday. https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/lenny-kravitz-dreadlocks-brisbane-1236120504/ The opera version of Smashing Pumpkins' Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness had its debut with performances Friday and Saturday night at the Civic Opera House in Chicago. And while Billy Corgan was listed as a star attraction at A Night of Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness staged by the Lyric Opera, he only sang on four of the night's 19 songs -- "Thirty-Three," "1979," "To Forgive" and a second version of "Tonight Tonight" that closed both evenings. (The original 1995 album has 28 songs.) https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/billy-corgan/2025/civic-opera-house-chicago-il-b58955a.html Tool kicked off their new tour in Auckland, New Zealand over the weekend, surprising fans by playing several songs the band hadn't performed live in two decades. TV CBS rebuilt the set of "Everybody Loves Raymond" for tonight's 30th anniversary reunion special. But in order to do it right, they had to ask Ray Romano to return a certain item he stole when the show wrapped: The floral couch. https://www.aol.com/articles/ray-romano-reveals-1-item-140000257.html Kevin Spacey is shedding light on his living situation after a media report claimed that he was “homeless.” https://www.tmz.com/2025/11/23/kevin-spacey-clarifying-homeless-rumor/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Wicked: For Good met box office expectations over the weekend. https://variety.com/2025/film/box-office/wicked-for-good-box-office-opening-weekend-record-1236590025/ In some weird way that doesn't really make sense, Matthew McConaughey says he found his wife, Camila Alves after a "wet dream." https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/celebrity/articles/matthew-mcconaughey-details-wild-wet-031016183.html?guccounter=1AND FINALLYRobert Plant did one of those Tiny Desk Concerts for NPR. https://www.loudersound.com/bands-artists/watch-robert-plant-perform-led-zeppelins-gallows-pole-during-tiny-desk-concert-set AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show @rizzshow on social media for more from your favorite daily comedy show. Connect with The Rizzuto Show online at 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow. Heard daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

MUSICBack in March, Billy Corgan announced that he would celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Smashing Pumpkins' third album, 1995's Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, with a seven-night run at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Billed as A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness, the first of the seven nights is this Friday and it features Corgan and a group of guest artists backed by the Lyric Opera of Chicago Orchestra and Chorus performing orchestral and operatic versions of the 28 songs from the double album. Tom Morello has bad news for Audioslave fans. He says the surviving members are "no closer" to releasing unheard material featuring late singer Chris Cornell. https://ultimateclassicrock.com/tom-morello-audioslave-unheard-material/ Zach Bryan just posted a long message on Instagram saying that he's been sober for almost two months. He told fans this isn't some "greater than thou sentiment," and he knows he is lucky, but he wanted to speak up because so many people struggle in silence. Zach said a long motorcycle trip across the country helped him see he "really needed" support. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/music/2025/11/19/zach-bryan-health-sobriety-essay/87351087007/ · San Francisco's iconic rock spot, The Phoenix Hotel, which welcomed everyone from Neil Young to David Bowie and Kurt Cobain, is closing its doors for good after four decades this January.https://ultimateclassicrock.com/phoenix-san-francisco-rock-star-hotel-closing/ MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:"Wicked: For Good" hits theaters tomorrow. If you haven't already caught an early screening, there are five key scenes in "The Wizard of Oz" you might want to revisit. https://people.com/wizard-of-oz-scenes-watch-before-wicked-for-good-11852342 Kevin Spacey says his current financial situation isn't great, and he's homeless. He lives in hotels and Airbnbs as he "goes where the work is." A sequel to "The Family Stone" is in the works. Thomas Bezucha, who directed the 2005 holiday classic, had been working on a follow-up since before Keaton's death. https://people.com/family-stone-sequel-in-the-works-honor-diane-keaton-after-death-11852936 BODY TALK:They don't call him The Shat for nothing. William Shatner once pooped his pants during a Broadway show, and it wasn't that long ago. https://youtu.be/NcigPUrSb74 Olivia Munn had a really bad experience involving sushi, a bathtub, and her stomach, as she explained on the "Today" show. https://ew.com/olivia-munn-projectile-vomited-in-airport-after-eating-sushi-in-bath-11852930· AND FINALLYThe Billboard staff has compiled its list of "The 50 Best Rock Bands." https://www.billboard.com/lists/best-rock-bands/50-red-hot-chili-peppers/ AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show @rizzshow on social media for more from your favorite daily comedy show. Connect with The Rizzuto Show online at 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow. Heard daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The House and the Senate passed a bill on Tuesday to force the Justice Department to release its files related to Jeffrey Epstein. It comes after months of opposition from President Trump and GOP leadership - and after years of lobbying from some of Epstein's accusers. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports. Annie Farmer, who testified she was sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell when she was 16, speaks to "CBS Mornings" about Congress' vote to release the files. She said she's hopeful there will be transparency following this vote, but still has concerns. She also spoke about Maxwell, saying, "she needs to serve her full sentence." Anna Kepner was traveling with her family in the Caribbean when the 18-year-old's body was found by a cruise ship worker. The FBI is looking into whether it was foul play and, according to a court filing in an unrelated family matter, a criminal case may be opened against a stepsibling of Kepner. "Wicked: For Good" director Jon M. Chu joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the highly-anticipated movie, his journey to working on the films and casting. The movie takes place right before and during the events of the 1939 movie, "The Wizard of Oz." Guinness World Records has been tracking records for 70 years. Nancy Chen reports on how it got started, how records are set and some of the people achieving the feats. It's been 30 years since the release of The Smashing Pumpkins' "Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness." Now, frontman Billy Corgan is collaborating with the Lyric Opera of Chicago to stage a new interpretation of the album with a 60-piece orchestra. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Music Director Enrique Mazzola, who is conducting ‘Carmina Burana' at Lyric Opera of Chicago, joins John Williams to talk about what we should know about ‘this show ‘Carmina Burana,’ the meaning of the ‘O Fortuna’ piece, what makes this production special, the melodies being very accessible and memorable, how the music is appropriate for all […]

Music Director Enrique Mazzola, who is conducting ‘Carmina Burana' at Lyric Opera of Chicago, joins John Williams to talk about what we should know about ‘this show ‘Carmina Burana,’ the meaning of the ‘O Fortuna’ piece, what makes this production special, the melodies being very accessible and memorable, how the music is appropriate for all […]

Music Director Enrique Mazzola, who is conducting ‘Carmina Burana' at Lyric Opera of Chicago, joins John Williams to talk about what we should know about ‘this show ‘Carmina Burana,’ the meaning of the ‘O Fortuna’ piece, what makes this production special, the melodies being very accessible and memorable, how the music is appropriate for all […]

Enrique Mazzola, is music director at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, who recently announced his extension through the year 2031. In the 2025-26 season, Enrique makes debuts at Staatsoper Berlin with Verdi's Un ballo in Maschera and at Opera de Paris with Rossini's Cenerentola. At the Lyric Opera, he is currently leading productions of Medea, Cavalleria rusticana and Pagliacci and Cosi fan Tutti.Notable symphonic debuts include Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse,Philharmonia Orchestra, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Orchestra of the Age ofEnlightenment, Oslo Philharmonic, New Japan Philharmonic, Taipei Symphony, UtahSymphony, Detroit Symphony, Luxembourg Philharmonic, Brussels Philharmonic,Staatsphilharmonie Nürnberg, and Swedish Radio Symphony. Other highlights includeperformances with Vienna Symphony, London Philharmonic and Bern Philharmonic.Enrique works regularly with young musicians, among them at Accademia Teatroalla Scala, Académie de l'Opéra national de Paris, Opéra Studio de l'Opéra national duRhin, Accademia del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, the Lyric's Ryan Opera Center, andCodarts of Rotterdam. He has given conducting masterclasses.And, as you'll hear, Enreique Mazzoli is also renowned as a champion of bel cantoopera,

Smashing Pumpkins lead singer Billy Corgan joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to talk about a string of upcoming performances at the Lyric Opera of Chicago for A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness. He discusses what it was like to work with Lyric Opera and his musical influences on the album.

In this interview with John Mangum, the General Director, President & CEO of Lyric Opera of Chicago, we learn that in addition to the fabulous history of operas presented at the Lyric, there is so much more for non-opera lovers and families to enjoy. This upcoming season will kick off with an Opening Concert Gala on […]

Mike Geib joins the podcast to discuss his journey as a freelance musician, composer, educator, and recording artist.Mike is a bassist, based in Oklahoma City how is has been called a musical chameleon who thrives in classical, jazz and pop mediums. He has performed with Benny Golson, Kenny Garrett, Divo, and the Lyric Opera of Oklahoma. He is on the faculty of the University of Central Oklahoma and recently released his new CD, "Don't Panic."We arethrilled to have with us today, Michael Geib.  Mikeis making his second appearance on the Feeding the Starving Podcast.   As a Doublebassist Mike is a true musical chameleon, he thrives in every artistic context.  He is a performer, composer, recordingartists and music educator.   He hasperformed with countless notable artists, including Benny Golson, KennyGarrett, and Il Divo.   Mikecalls Oklahoma City his home and maintains an active performance career withthe LyricTheatre of Oklahoma and as a free lance artist.  He is on the faculty of the University ofCentral Oklahoma. We'realso thrilled to learn about his recently released CD, “Don't Panic.”We arethrilled to have with us today, Michael Geib.  Mikeis making his second appearance on the Feeding the Starving Podcast.   As a Doublebassist Mike is a true musical chameleon, he thrives in every artistic context.  He is a performer, composer, recordingartists and music educator.   He hasperformed with countless notable artists, including Benny Golson, KennyGarrett, and Il Divo.   Mikecalls Oklahoma City his home and maintains an active performance career withthe LyricTheatre of Oklahoma and as a free lance artist.  He is on the faculty of the University ofCentral Oklahoma. We'realso thrilled to learn about his recently released CD, “Don't Panic.”

Broadway, television, and film star of The Great Gatsby on Broadway, Ryan McCartan, joins host Joel Crump for another edition of "Broadway Time at Carmine's". About Ryan: Broadway credits include Fiyero in Wicked and Hans in Disney's Frozen. Off-Broadway, he originated JD in Heathers. Regionally he starred as Tony in West Side Story at Lyric Opera of Chicago. On-screen credits include Fox's “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” remake, “Liv & Maddie,” “Freakish,” “Royal Pains,” “Midnight, Texas,” “Monday Mornings,” “Last Man Standing” and “The Middle.” "Broadway Time at Carmine's" features Broadway stars over lunch in engaging conversations at the iconic Carmine's Times Square eatery. For more, visit www.BWayTime.com, and follow:

This episode features a conversation with Renée-Paule Gauthier, host of the "Mind Over Finger" podcast and a successful violinist who recently won a position in the Lyric Opera of Chicago. We reminisce about past interactions and discuss the power of podcasting and coaching in providing continuous learning and personal growth. Renée shares her journey of integrating disciplined scheduling into her life, balancing her career as a musician while delving into coaching. The discussion explores the importance of adaptability, leveraging strengths, embracing an abundance mindset, and finding personalized approaches to practicing and audition preparation. Renée emphasizes the value of self-exploration and trusting the process rather than constantly seeking external validation and information. Enjoy, and learn more about Renée's podcast and coaching program here!   Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!   Connect with us all things double bass double bass merch double bass sheet music   Thank you to our sponsors! Upton Bass - From Grammy Award winners and Philharmonic players like ME Max Zeugner of the New York Philharmonic, each Upton Bass is crafted with precision in Connecticut, USA, and built to last for generations.  Discover your perfect bass with Upton Bass today! theme music by Eric Hochberg  

Earl J. Schub has had a distinguished career as an educator and arts administrator. For 12 years he was the dean of the Chicago College of Performing Arts of Roosevelt University.   He had served as Lyric Opera of Chicago's director of public relations and marketing, and executive producer for television, and director of education.  He served as manager of the company's Opera Center for American Artists, and as manager of Western Opera Theater, San Francisco Opera's touring and educational affiliate. Earl has served on the Illinois Arts Council, the Chicago City Arts Council, and the California Arts Commission and he was as an on-site observer for the National Endowment for the Arts. He served on the education committee of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra In addition, he has been on the board of trustees for a number of music organizations, including the Chicago Music Alliance, the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Jewish Symphony.

Vincent Karamanov is a freelance bassoonist playing with such prestigious ensembles as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Lyric Opera, and Joffrey Ballet. In this episode, Vincent reflects on how the onset of dysacusis (auditory distortions) and hyperacusis (decreased sound tolerance) forced him to make significant life changes in his employment, outlook, and relationships. The conversation follows the rollercoaster of his last several years, and brings us full circle in a story which somehow repaints Shostakovich's epic symphonic depiction of war as a message of a peace and recovery. Music heard in this episode features Vincent Karamanov (sometimes credited as Vince Halley) on bassoon, bass, guitar, and voice. You can hear more of the music featured through the following links: Ryan Martinez's album "Ensemble" Murder City Players  The Sallys album "Dog Days Demos" Vince and The Sallys cover of Green Days "Nice Guys Finish Last" The recording of Shostakovich: Symphony No. 11 (‘1905') is from the public domain archive 1958 recording of the Houston Symphony Orchestra conducted by Leopold Stokowski [Seraphim (S-60228)] In this episode, we discuss mental health and significant distress from audiologic conditions. If you are in crisis, please call, text or chat with the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988, or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741.

Join Bass Singer Academy! https://basssingeracademy.com/ American bass-baritone and social media influencer, Daniel Brevik, is praised for having "a massive, focused, rich, warm timbre." Boasting an impressive following of over 500,000 monthly listeners on Spotify and 488,000 followers on TikTok. Brevik's singing and teaching channel extends even further, with a staggering 930,000 followers on Instagram with over 60 million views which have amassed over 15 years of total stream time, effectively captivating audiences on a global scale. A recipient of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis‘ Richard Gaddes Career Grant, and the Wendy Shattuck Presidential Scholarship from the New England Conservatory, Brevik was hailed by The Washington Post for having “an impressive, sonorous voice" while Opera Today claimed he could "rattle the rafters one moment and be lullingly conversational the next." Brevik was featured on the cover of Opera News for creating the role of Ernest Hemingway in the world premiere of Ricky Ian Gordon's Twenty-Seven. The album recorded with the Opera Theatre of Saint Louis and Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra is available on all major music platforms. Brevik later reprised his role with the orchestra of St. Luke's in his New York debut at City Center Theatre, and then again at Intermountain Opera in Bozeman, Montana. Notable venues Brevik has performed in include Boston's Symphony Hall, St. Louis' Powell Hall, Lyric Opera of Chicago's Civic Opera House, Amarillo Texas' Globe-News Center, Venice Italy's St. Marks Cathedral, and the Vietnam Opera and ballet in Hanoi Vietnam. In a recent collaboration with Bobby Bass, their cover of “Hoist The Colours” garnered over 13 billion streams on TikTok, 12 million streams on Spotify, and 7 million views on YouTube. In 2022, Brevik was showcased on stage in concert with Pentatonix legend Avi Kaplan in Boston, MA. Brev opened for Dustin Lynch in winter of 2024 to help fundraise for St. Jude's Children's Hospital for iHeart Radio's Unwrapped and Unplugged fundraiser. He looks forward to performing alongside his good friend Tim Foust at his “9th quasi annual birthday” bash at City Winery in Nashville this July. As a teacher and vocal coach, he's guided vocalists of all ages in multiple styles to free up their voice and hone their unique instrument for over ten years. In 2024, Brev was one of three selected to judge at the VanderLaan competition through Opera Grand Rapids. Brev co-runs a world-wide online vocal studio, StudioBrev, with his lovely and musical wife and vocal coach: Jen. Outside of singing, Brev loves weight lifting and spending time training his golden retriever, Wyatt.

The Trombone Corner Podcast is brought to you by Bob Reeves Brass and The Brass Ark.  Join hosts Noah and John as they interview Amanda Stewart, of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. About Amanda: Amanda Stewart is currently the Associate Principal Trombonist of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, a position she began in the Fall of 2014. Born in Oakland, Maryland, she began playing the trombone at the age of six. Her studies started with Harold Hudnall and continued with Dr. H. Keith Jackson, current Dean of the College of Creative Arts of West Virginia University. She received her bachelor of music degree from The Juilliard School, studying with Joseph Alessi. As an orchestral musician, Ms. Stewart has played with numerous orchestras. She was Principal trombonist of the San Antonio Symphony for eight seasons, Assistant Principal trombonist of the Lyric Opera of San Antonio for four seasons, and Associate Principal trombonist of the New York Philharmonic for two seasons. Ms. Stewart has also been a regular substitute and extra player with the Boston Symphony and has toured with them internationally. She has also performed with the Baltimore, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, National, North Carolina, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Toronto Symphonies. Ms. Stewart has also spent several summers performing in the Colorado Music Festival Orchestra. In other performing capacities, Ms. Stewart is a current member of the trombone ensemble, STL Trombones. She has also performed as a member of the Burning River Brass and the San Antonio Brass. During her tenure as a member, Ms. Stewart performed twice as a soloist with the San Antonio Symphony. She has also appeared as a guest artist at the International Trombone Festival and the International Women's Brass Conference. As an educator, Ms. Stewart currently teaches at Washington University in St. Louis, and has taught privately at several other universities, namely Our Lady of the Lake University, St. Mary's University, Rutgers University, Trinity University, and McKendree University. For part of the 2025 Spring Semester, she served as an adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music. Also, Ms. Stewart has also given masterclasses at many national universities and conservatories, including the New England Conservatory, Rice University, and The Juilliard School. Ms. Stewart is an Edwards artist, performing on Edwards trombones and Griego Mouthpieces.

[@ 4 min] Alright, this week…live (on tape) from Opera Theatre of St Louis, Anthony León goes Inside the Huddle to tell the story of his career acceleration after winning Operalia in 2022. The American born Cuban-Columbian tenor makes his debut with Lyric Opera of Chicago this season. [@ 38 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'…Bavarian State Opera joins the streaming community, and our friends at OperaWire join the podcast community. GET YOUR VOICE HEARD operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 operaboxscore.bsky.social

Smashing Pumpkins’ own Billy Corgan joins WGN Radio's Dave Plier to talk about his new solo tour with newly formed band The Machines of God, upcoming concerts overseas, his upcoming collaboration this fall with The Lyric Opera of Chicago, expanding his family, and Billy's world of wrestling.

Joshua Conyers is an Assistant Professor of Voice at the Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester, and a Grammy-nominated Baritone who is known for his captivating performances and recognized as one of the leading dramatic voices of today. He has performed with The Metropolitan Opera, Seattle Opera, Washington National Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, English National Opera, New York Philharmonic, National Symphony Orchestra, Carnegie Hall, and many others. His recordings include the Grammy-nominated “X: The Life and Times of Malcolm X” his debut solo album is “A Miracle in Legacy.” He says it tells his story of his “being born into the crucible of poverty, haunted by the specter of addiction and abuse.” He says “yet, amid the shadows, I found my guiding light in the melodies of classical music.” SONG 1: “I’ll Make Love to You” by Boyz II Men from their Album II released in 1994. https://youtu.be/USR_0iImpcM?si=VDXE1s_O2toNwRkJ SONG 2: “Nessun Dorma” by Giacomo Puccini from the opera Turandot...performed here by Franco Corelli from the 1958 film of Turandot.https://youtu.be/fWokel5YxM8?si=_D9UEH6jKbz1Bo2G SONG 3: “Cleanin’ Out My Closet” by Eminem off his 2002 album The Eminem Show. https://youtu.be/4t2ETI2Lrjg?si=pgmx0aGLs4Tag6HASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniela Candillari grew up in Serbia and Slovenia.  She holds a Doctorate in Musicology from the Universität für Musik in Vienna, a Master of Music in Jazz Studies from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, and a Master of Music and Bachelor's degree in Piano Performance from the Universität für Musik in Graz. She is also a Fulbright Scholarship recipient.Daniela is in her fourth season as principal conductor at Opera Theatre of Saint Louis. In celebration of its 50th anniversary season, she is conducting the company's 44th world premiere, This House, with music by Ricky Ian Gordon and libretto by Pulitzer Prize-winner Lynn Nottage and her daughter, Ruby Aiyo Gerber.Daniela made her New York Philharmonic debut in its inaugural season in the new David Geffen Hall, conducting cellist Yo-Yo Ma in Elgar's Cello Concerto.  And she made her “Carnegie Hall Presents” debut leading the American Composers Orchestra in a program of premieres.  Other engagements include debuts with the Metropolitan Opera and Deutsche Oper Berlin, and productions with Lyric Opera of Chicago, Minnesota Opera, Detroit Opera, Orchestre Métropolitan Montreal, and Classical Tahoe Festival.Finally, Daniela has been commissioned by established artists including instrumentalists from the Boston, Cleveland, Detroit, and Pittsburgh Symphonies, as well as the three resident orchestras of Lincoln Center: the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the New York City Ballet. She is deeply involved with Music Academy of the West's programming for young artists and she recently participated in master classes and discussions at DePaul University, Chicago Humanities Festival, and Valissima Institute.It's a pleasure to have her with me on this episode.

The one and only Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins joins John Williams to talk about the world-premiere performances of “A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness” — a historic event produced by Lyric Opera of Chicago in partnership with Billy Corgan that celebrates the 30th anniversary of the iconic record by The Smashing […]

The one and only Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins joins John Williams to talk about the world-premiere performances of “A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness” — a historic event produced by Lyric Opera of Chicago in partnership with Billy Corgan that celebrates the 30th anniversary of the iconic record by The Smashing […]

The 35th annual James Beard Foundation Awards will take place June 16 at the Lyric Opera – and Chicago makes its mark among the nominees. Reset gets the latest with WBEZ arts and culture reporter Courtney Kueppers. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

The Boston Lyric Opera's 80th anniversary production of "Carousel" starts tonight, and brings the beloved show back to its beginnings at the historic Colonial Theater – in 1945.We speak with Boston Lyric Opera CEO Bradley Vernatter, director and visionary Anne Bogart, and Boston Foundation's Lee Pelton, making his theatrical debut. Plus, performances from Chelsea Basler, Brendan Shapiro, and Mary Kray.

Initially an actress ('Les Miserables', 'Aspects of Love', et al.), Merri found herself out West some years back where she quickly made a name for herself at Liberman/Hirschfeld Casting, then Liberman/Patton Casting, working on such shows as Seinfeld, Party of Five, HBO's Band of Brothers, the feature film My Big Fat Greek Wedding and the Miramax feature film "Playing By Heart", starring Sean Connery and Angelina Jolie.  In 2000, Merri moved to Dreamworks Studios as the Casting Executive in charge of TV Pilots and Series- including "Spin City", “Freaks and Geeks” and the critically acclaimed "The Job", starring Denis Leary. She was then offered a position as the Director of Casting for Dramas and Movies at ABC Television, overseeing the casting of the series "Alias", "NYPD Blue", "The Practice" and the made for television movies "Gilda Radner - It's Always Something" and "The Music Man", starring Matthew Broderick and Kristin Chenoweth, to name just a few.  Merri then returned to the East Coast to teach and coach actors – something she still does (and loves) as time permits, when Tara Rubin offered her a Senior Casting Director position where she's been happily ensconced ever since, working on, among many others - the Broadway, touring and international companies of THE WHO'S TOMMY, COMPANY, AIN'T TOO PROUD, JERSEY BOYS,THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, LES MISERABLES, SCHOOL OF ROCK, MISS SAIGON, A BRONX TALE, CLUELESS the Musical, TREVOR the Musical (2023 Artios Award) and FIDDLER ON THE ROOF (2024 Artios Award) The TRC office is also responsible for the casting of Billy Crystal's series “Before” for Apple TV and the Broadway productions of The Outsiders, SIX and Death Becomes Her, just to name a few  Merri also casts for many theaters regionally – including The Papermill Playhouse, Lyric Opera of Chicago,  The Old Globe, Seattle Rep, The Goodman and The La Jolla Playhouse.  She is the very proud Casting Director of the critically acclaimed web series SUBMISSIONS ONLY and also boasts having cast many other independent TV & film projects, workshops and readings. In 2024, Merri took on some passion projects on the side, as well. These include the highly acclaimed and starry concert production of “FOLLIES” at Carnegie Hall for Transport Group's annual benefit gala, and a reading of a new play at The Actors Studio written by Lyle Kessler (“Orphans”) and directed by Academy Award winner Bobby Moresco – starring Chazz Palminteri, Tim Blake Nelson and Gina Gershon. In addition, Merri is now also the Casting Director at The South Carolina New Play Festival. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The luminous Kate Baldwin joins The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul this Women's History Month to discuss acts of kindness throughout her career on Broadway, Maestra Music and more. Kate Baldwin is a two-time Tony Award and four-time Drama Desk Award nominee who has delighted audiences across the country with performances on Broadway, in concert and on television. Kate starred as Irene Molloy opposite Bette Midler, David Hyde Pierce and Gavin Creel in the hit Broadway revival of Hello, Dolly!, for which she was nominated for the Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle awards. She originated the role of Sandra Bloom in Big Fish on Broadway and earned accolades and a Drama Desk Award nomination for her work as Leslie Lynnton Benedict in Michael John LaChiusa's Giant at The Public Theatre. She received a Drama Desk Award nomination for her role as Jen in Keen Company's 20th Anniversary revival of Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald's John & Jen. She garnered critical acclaim and a Lucille Lortel Award nomination for Tom Kitt and John Logan's Superhero at Second Stage. But it was her starring role in the 2009 Broadway revival of Finian's Rainbow, which drew Tony, Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle Award nominations and put her on the map as “a real musical theatre star.” (New York Post) Kate has appeared in the Broadway casts of The Full Monty, Thoroughly Modern Millie and Wonderful Town. Other New York theatre productions include Songbird at 59e59 and in The Dead, 1904 for Irish Rep, Fiorello! and Love Life for City Center Encores! She starred in The King and I at the Lyric Opera of Chicago, Irving Berlin's White Christmas (San Francisco, Detroit, Toronto), The Women at The Old Globe, Henry V at the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey, She Loves Me at the Willliamstown Theatre Festival, and The Music Man and South Pacific at Arena Stage, earning a Helen Hayes Award nomination. She drew raves for her portrayal of Francesca Johnson in The Bridges of Madison County directed by original cast member Hunter Foster and for her turn as Dorothy Brock in 42nd Street at Goodspeed Opera House directed by original creator Randy Skinner. She has performed in concert with the American Pops Orchestra, New York Pops, Boston Pops, National Symphony, Detroit Symphony, Portland Symphony, Phoenix Symphony, Chicago Symphony, American Songbook series at Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center and at the legendary New York nightclubs Feinstein's, Birdland and 54 Below. Her concert work also includes several appearances with Stephen Sondheim as a featured performer in his critically acclaimed evening, “A Conversation with Stephen Sondheim.”  On television, her work includes appearances on “The Gilded Age” (HBO),  “Law &Order: SVU” (NBC) “Just Beyond” (Disney Plus) “Live from Lincoln Center: Stephen Sondheim's Passion” (PBS) and “First You Dream: the Songs of Kander and Ebb” (PBS) Kate is a 2023 Chicago/Midwest Emmy nominee, alongside partners at HMS Media for creating and producing “Broadway Comes Home,” a love letter to her hometown of Milwaukee. She is a proud advisory board member for Maestra Music, which provides support, visibility and community for the women and non-binary people who make the music in musical theatre. Kate's debut album on PS Classics, “Let's See What Happens” features Lane and Harburg songs from both stage and film. Her second album celebrates the work of lyricist Sheldon Harnick and is titled, “She Loves Him.”   She is a graduate of Shorewood High School in Shorewood, WI and Northwestern University. She lives with her husband and son in Maplewood, NJ. Visit: maestramusic.org Follow Kate: @realkatebaldwin Follow us: @artofkindnesspod / @robpeterpaul youtube.com/@artofkindnesspodcast Support the show! (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok) Got kindness tips or stories? Want to just say hi? Please email us: artofkindnesspodcast@gmail.com Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MUSIC Billy Corgan will mark the 30th anniversary of The Smashing Pumpkins' Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness with a five-night run at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. It's billed as A Night of Mellon Collie and Infinite Sadness and it will feature Corgan and a group of guest artists   A cookbook commemorating late Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul's appetite for cooking and hosting his legendary Sunday Funday dinners is out now. John 5 is sharing his obsession with Kiss by opening up his personal collection of memorabilia.   Glenn Danzig says fans shouldn't count on entire albums from Misfits or Danzig.   With Aerosmith canceling their Peace Out farewell tour this year due to Steven Tyler fracturing his larynx, Joe Perry had a backup plan -- a tour with the Hollywood Vampires, the super group with Alice Cooper, Duff McKagan and Johnny Depp. But Cooper says that fell through.   TV The wife of "Ghost Adventures" star Aaron Goodwin got busted in a murder-for-hire plot ... and cops say she tried to pay a hitman to kill her husband.   MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:   The Ben Affleck / Jennifer Garner plot thickens:  A so-called "source" claims that Jennifer's boyfriend, John Miller, has given her an ULTIMATUM.     Another film adaptation of Stephen King‘s Cujo is in the works!  Stan Lee's sad, final years were documented by his assistant, and turned into a documentary.   Bryce Dallas Howard made a documentary about people and their pets for Disney+, and it looks adorable "Pets" will premiere April 11 on National Pet Day.   AND FINALLY Luxury LEGO sets … There are some serious LEGO collectors out there, looking for very specific sets – and they're willing to pay big bucks for these sets. Here's a rundown of the most valuable LEGO sets believed to be out there – and maybe in your closet?   AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MUSICBilly Corgan will mark the 30th anniversary of TheSmashing Pumpkins' Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness witha five-night run at the Lyric Opera of Chicago. It's billed as A Night of MellonCollie and Infinite Sadness and it will feature Corgan and a group of guest artists A cookbook commemoratinglate Pantera drummer Vinnie Paul's appetite for cooking and hosting hislegendary Sunday Funday dinners is out now. John 5 is sharing hisobsession with Kiss by opening up his personal collection of memorabilia.  Glenn Danzig says fansshouldn't count on entire albums from Misfits or Danzig.  With Aerosmith cancelingtheir Peace Out farewell tour this year due to Steven Tyler fracturinghis larynx, Joe Perry had a backup plan -- a tour with the HollywoodVampires, the super group with Alice Cooper, Duff McKagan andJohnny Depp. But Cooper says that fell through. TVThe wife of "GhostAdventures" star Aaron Goodwin got busted in a murder-for-hireplot ... and cops say she tried to pay a hitman to kill her husband.  MOVING ON INTO MOVIENEWS: The Ben Affleck / Jennifer Garner plot thickens:  A so-called "source"claims that Jennifer's boyfriend, John Miller, has given her anULTIMATUM.   Another film adaptationof Stephen King‘s Cujo is in the works! Stan Lee's sad,final years were documented by his assistant, and turned into a documentary.  Bryce Dallas Howard made a documentary about people and theirpets for Disney+, and it looks adorable "Pets" will premiere April 11on National Pet Day.  AND FINALLYLuxury LEGO sets … There are some serious LEGO collectors outthere, looking for very specific sets – and they're willing to pay big bucksfor these sets.Here's a rundown of the most valuable LEGOsets believed to be outthere – and maybe in your closet? AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ONCELEBRITIES! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

[@3 min] Alright, this week...we go Inside the Huddle with Nathan Granner! The American tenor is set to star in a revised version of Paul Moravec and Mark Campbell's "The Shining" at Portland Opera, but we had to ask him about the opera "Balls." [@33 min] And then…In Home Team, Lyric Opera of Chicago announces their next season, which includes performances by former creative consultant Renee Fleming and…the Smashing Pumpkins?….but, sadly, not on the same concert. [@46 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'…In 2025, conductor Marin Alsop says she is not looking forward to the 30's, and by that, she means the return of the 1930s. GET YOUR VOICE HEARD operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 bsky @operaboxscore

[@3 min] Alright, this week...Pene Pati takes a Free Throw on Rodolfo, the role which marks the star Samoan tenor's debut at Lyric Opera of Chicago next month. As Rodolfo and Mimi are top two on the call sheet for La Boheme, we'll handicap some of the commercial recordings of Puccini's perennial people pleasing masterpiece. [@39 min] And then…Meridian Prall goes Inside the Huddle. Named an OBS artist to watch in 2025, so we are going to check in with the American mezzo-soprano in advance of her debut in Washington Concert Opera's La clemenza di Tito. [@65 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'…speaking of Washington..well, we'd rather not, but at least we can talk about the new Met season if America is still a thing in the fall. GET YOUR VOICE HEARD operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 bsky @operaboxscore

[@6 min] Alright, this week…in advance of "The Puccini Heroines," an all-Puccini arias concert at Lyric Opera of Chicago, Sondra Radvanovsky takes a Free Throw on the singing the role of Turandot. Compared to Norma and Aida, you may be surprised to hear that it's one of her easiest roles. [@18 min] And then…in Listener Mailbag, we have field reports on all the vocal activity at Carnegie Hall including Song Studio, Friend of the Show Ying Fang with the Orchestra of St Luke's, and Friend of the Show Ryan Speedo Green in recital with pianist Adam Nielsen. [@27 min] Plus, in the ‘Two Minute Drill'…there *is* good news for 2025. Soprano Lise Davidsen has announced she is having twins! And if they are fraternal twins who inherit their mom's voice, maybe in 2055 we will have a future dream team Sieglinde and Siegmund! GET YOUR VOICE HEARD operaboxscore.com facebook.com/obschi1 bsky @operaboxscore

When the Stammer Came to Stay is award-winning author Maggie O'Farrell's third book for children. Based on her own experience of living with a stammer, it's a story that celebrates differences and explores the resilience of children as they learn to navigate new and seemingly frightful challenges. She talks to Anita Rani about the book and the impact of her stammer on her life.Gregg Wallace is to step away from presenting MasterChef while allegations of historical misconduct are investigated. Wallace's lawyers say it is entirely false that he engages in behaviour of a sexually harassing nature and MasterChef's production company Banijay UK has launched an investigation. To discuss the story, Anita is joined by Katie Razzall, the BBC's Media Editor. Anita also speaks to Emma Bartlett, employment lawyer and partner at CM Murray, to look at some of the issues cases like this raise in terms of reporting allegations of inapproprate behavior in the workplace.In Nigeria scammers posing as doctors are convincing women that they have a “miracle fertility treatment” guaranteed to get them pregnant. BBC Africa Eye Reporter Yemisi Adegoke explains how these scammers target infertile women and fuel an underground trade in black market babies. Nigeria's Miracle Baby Scammers is on BBC iPlayer.The Italian-American soprano Marina Costa-Jackson's acclaimed portrayals include Floria Tosca at the Lyric Opera of Kansas City, Mimi in La Bohème at Los Angeles Opera, and Carmen with Nashville Opera. She has now made her Royal Opera House debut where she is currently singing the role of Giulietta in a new production of The Tales of Hoffmann. She joins Anita, live in the studio, to discuss the role, how she handles performance anxiety, and to sing the aria L'amour lui dit la belle, accompanied by Christopher Willis on piano.Presented by Anita Rani Producer: Louise Corley

  0:00 - Absentee CPS teachers   12:32 - Denver Mayor Mike Johnston: would be willing to go to jail to defend people in this country illegally   29:51 - Samantha Steele, Cook Co Board of Review...DUI stop   51:17 - Trump 47 cabinet: CDC   01:05:04 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation's Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, responds to Sen Duckworth's statements on Hegseth & Gabbard    01:24:37 - Mamet   01:39:17 - Chris Jones, editorial page editor & chief theater critic for the Chicago Tribune and Broadway critic for the New York Daily News, joins Dan & Amy for a discussion on the Lyric Opera's "Blue" and a hopeful future for Chicago's theater scene. Chris is also the author of  Rise Up! Broadway and American Society from ‘Angels in America' to ‘Hamilton' 01:56:14 - Martin Gurri, former CIA analyst, presently a Visiting Fellow at the Mercatus Center of George Mason University, on Trump's victory and a "profound cultural shift" Check out Martin's book   The Revolt of the Public and the Crisis of Authority in the New Millennium  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.