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From MPR News, Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what's exciting in local art. Their recommendations are lightly edited from the original submission.Americana in the Historic AuditoriumJean Shore of Balsam Lake, Wis., recommends crossing into Wisconsin for an evening of American roots music. Minnesota singer-songwriters Emmy Woods, Sarah Morris and Laura Hugo will perform at The Historic Auditorium in St. Croix Falls this Saturday, June 7 at 7 p.m.Jean says: Each performer brings a unique voice and style to the stage, blending folk and country and heartfelt storytelling. But what makes this even more exciting is the venue itself. The Historic Auditorium was built in 1916 and was recently renovated in 2023, and it's quickly becoming a cultural hub for this area.— Jean ShoreA Sondheim musical at the Ritz TheaterTwin Cities theater maker Kurt Engh recommends seeing Stephen Sondheim's musical “Passion,” staged by Theater Latté Da at the Ritz Theater. Written by the same team that created “Into the Woods,” the show runs through July 13.Kurt says: “Passion” is one of Stephen Sondheim's lesser-known musicals, but one of his most complex and most honest and emotional.It is a melodramatic story set in 1860s Italy during the unification of Italy. It is an uneven love triangle between a beautiful married woman, a very handsome army captain and a in the terms of the musical, a “troubled, ugly woman.” And it is about how love and desire are reflected through beauty and beauty standards.It is a very fascinating musical in that it is directed as almost a chamber opera at a breakneck speed. There are no applause breaks. It does not let you go. It just keeps moving.— Kurt EnghImprov Festival Moves to Phoenix TheaterMichael Krefting of Minneapolis loves the improv scene in the Twin Cities, and he recommends the Twin Cities Improv Festival, happening Thursday through Sunday, June 8. This is the annual festival's first year at the Phoenix Theater in Minneapolis, following the closing of HUGE Improv Theater last year.Michael says: They have artists coming in from all over the world, a couple artists coming in from Japan. There are a lot of local names. When they select the artists for the festival, they're always trying to get the local groups that are doing either the most interesting things or doing something new and creative that's picking up steam. The whole improv community is very welcoming. And I would, I would come ready to not just laugh but also feel. I would say to expect the unexpected!— Michael Krefting(Want more improv? Krefting also recommends Improv A Go-Go at Strike Theater in Minneapolis. Every first, second, and fourth Sunday, four or five improv groups are chosen by lottery to perform, offering an affordable evening of “yes, and” energy.)

We explore friendship and emotional well-being through conversations with two sets of special guests who share powerful insights on maintaining happiness even when others aren't kind.• Emma and Ada demonstrate how friendship can thrive despite attending different schools by making intentional time for each other• Best friends don't need to be exclusive – having other friendships is healthy and necessary• The Fishmans share how their popular "Bucket Filler" books originated from Nechama's kindergarten bullying experience• Everyone has an invisible emotional bucket that fills with good feelings when full and empties when sad• When someone is mean, it's because their bucket is empty – understanding this helps you not take it personally• Filling others' buckets through kindness automatically fills your own bucket too• Being "bully-proof" means staying happy despite others' unkindness• Finding people who make you feel good is more important than forcing yourself into unfriendly groups• Simple acts like smiles and compliments can significantly impact someone's day• Parents should work through schools rather than directly contacting bullies' parents

Meet Yaakov Ray, an 11-year-old from Chicago with an extraordinary mission to interview Holocaust survivors and preserve their stories for future generations. What started as a chance encounter with one survivor has evolved into a profound journey of documenting history while forming meaningful friendships with these elderly witnesses to one of history's darkest chapters.• Yaakov has interviewed 35 Holocaust survivors in just one year• He meticulously documents each story through notes, recordings, and photographs• Beyond collecting testimonies, he forms genuine friendships with survivors• Many survivors are lonely and deeply appreciate his visits and regular calls• Yakov organizes monthly Zoom calls for other kids to meet Holocaust survivors• He's compiling all interviews into a book to be published in about a year and a half• When faced with rejection from one survivor who thought he was too young, Yakov showed remarkable maturity in understanding• His mission demonstrates that anyone, regardless of age, can make a meaningful differenceDon't forget to visit inkrediblekids.org/unmuted to get your tickets for "Unmuted: The Experience" - an immersive celebration for families featuring Benny Friedman, Joey Newcomb, Moshe Tischler, Ari Kunstler, the Mendy Hershkowitz Band, hosted by Simcha on Wheels on June 24th at the Ritz Theater, New Jersey.Support the show

Support us on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/user?u=4279967Jack Benny TV Videocasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/6BDar4CsgVEyUloEQ8sWpw?si=89123269fe144a10Jack Benny Show OTR Podcast!https://open.spotify.com/show/3UZ6NSEL7RPxOXUoQ4NiDP?si=987ab6e776a7468cJudy Garland and Friends OTR Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ZKJYkgHOIjQzZWCt1a1NN?si=538b47b50852483dStrange New Worlds Of Dimension X-1 Podcasthttps://open.spotify.com/show/6hFMGUvEdaYqPBoxy00sOk?si=a37cc300a8e247a1Buck Benny YouTube Channelhttps://r.search.yahoo.com/_ylt=AwrOoc1Q5bllBgQA469XNyoA;_ylu=Y29sbwNncTEEcG9zAzEEdnRpZAMEc2VjA3Ny/RV=2/RE=1707891281/RO=10/RU=https%3a%2f%2fwww.youtube.com%2f%40BuckBenny/RK=2/RS=nVp4LDJhOmL70bh7eeCi6DPNdW4-Support us on Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/user?u=4279967

In this episode we discuss the history of the Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton PA.  Some of the many stars who have walked onto it's historic stage like Harry Houdini and Lucille Ball just to name a few.  We also discuss some of the many creepy stories surrounding the property and things still being discovered today.   New to The Creepy Side of NEPA podcast? Be sure to catch up on our prior episodes available on all major podcasting platforms. Don't forget to like, subscribe, or follow depending on the podcasting platform that you are using. Have a creepy story, legend or an idea for an upcoming episode? Email us at GHOST@WNEP.COM and maybe we will feature your story on our next episode. Be sure to follow WNEP's Creepy Side of NEPA on Facebook for the latest show information. Subscribe to The Creepy Side of NEPA on YouTube. Now you can catch The Creepy Side of NEPA streamed every night at midnight on WNEP+. For more information on how to get WNEP+ please visit WNEP.COM Don't forget to like, subscribe, or follow The Creepy Side of NEPA wherever you listen!The Creepy Side of NEPA is hosted and produced by Daniel T. Kosloski

Teri Granahan, technically, it started as middle child syndrome and a few basement plays which eventually got compounded with the high school crowning of "Most Funny" and "Class Cut Up" that set the wheels in motion. Truthfully, it was a survival skill because "everybody likes the funny kid." The Big Apple I started my comedy career in early 2000 while living in NYC. Right out of the gate I had some good signs- I won New York Comedy Club's Best New Talent in 2003. And went on to perform at Stand Up NY, Gotham Comedy Club, Broadway Comedy Club, Comedy Cellar trying to get into the scene. Fortunate enough to have shared the stages with some of today's greats like Jim Gaffigan, Lisa Lampinelli, the late, Patrice O'Neil...and so many others! Then I ran into comedian Dave Russo who gave me my first real professional gigs. The irony is that we both graduated together from Wilkes University and had communication classes together. Years later ran into each other performing at Stand Up NY! He took me under his wing where I opened for him at a few colleges like University of New Haven, Wilkes University a few times and gave me some shows in the Boston area with the famous Lenny Clarke! My Home Coming Fast forward a gazillion years my journey through comedy got me on MTV (Apartment 2F with the Sklar Brother's); a close but no cigar audition for AXS LIVE Gotham (great story!). And was making my climb through the circuit. Back in the Poconos: I won Best of Reader polls in 2011 from Electric City and Diamond City polls. Became the house mc at Wisecrackers for a few years when they moved into the Casino, where I also had a weekly spot on 105 the River. Culminating into the final brass ring of making it to the semi finals- TOP 10 females in the industry- in the Ladies of Laughter Competition NYC in 2016. Punchline Philly's Really Funny Comedians (Who Happen to Be Females) Comedy Works Bristol Funniest Females After sharpening my skills running tons of open mics over the years. I moved on to produce comedy shows of a wide variety from fundraisers for several hundreds to small little pubs for almost 10 years. I've performed in clubs, colleges and theaters up and down the east coast, including Gotham NY, Stand Up NY, New York Comedy Club, Improv (when it was running in NYC), Broadway Comedy Club, Comedy Cellar, Helium, Punchline Philly, Comedy Cabaret, Sarcasm, Wisecrackers rooms, Wilkes University, Marywood University, New Haven University, Lackawanna College, Penn State University; Ritz Theater, Clemens Center, Waverly Store Front Theater and some theater in Delaware. Also going on record with The Flaming Crab and Quaker Steak & Lube...because you ain't sh*t til you can play those rooms! #terigranahan #standupcomedian #comedy #livewithcdp #talkshow #chrispomay #barrycullenchevrolet #wellingtonbrewery #youtube #applepodcasts https://terigranahan.com/ https://beacons.ai/chrisdpomay https://www.cameo.com/chrispomay https://www.youtube.com/@chrispomaylivewithcdpsport5517/streams

Luz Cabrales, award-winning filmmaker & co-founder of Scranton Films, and Chloe Joyce, stage, film and TV actress, speaking about the new anthology horror film titled, "Shadows of the Past," with screenplay by Julian Santos. The movie was shot in NEPA and is based on a book by A.C Bernardi. The feature is produced by Scranton Films in collaboration with other regional production companies and will have its premiere on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton, getting underway at 5:30 with a Red Carpet celebration before the screening. For information: www.scrantonfilms.com/

Kimmie Leff, a founding member of the New Vintage Ensemble & director of "Tiny Beautiful Things," based on a book by Cheryl Strayed, speaking with us about the production that will be part of the 2024 Scranton Fringe Festival at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue. The show will run Friday, September 27 at 8 pm; Saturday Sept 28 at 4 pm & 8 pm; and Sunday, Sept 28 at 4 pm. Tickets are available at www.scrantonfringe.org/ www.newvintageensemble.com/

In this milestone 200th episode, we sit down with Richard Patrick, the frontman of Filter, to discuss the highs and lows of his career, from the band’s early days in the 90s to their current tour with legends like Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper. Richard opens up about the challenges of the music industry, his […]

Marko Marcinko, Artistic Director of the Scranton Jazz Festival and Leader of the Festival Big Band, speaking about the 19th annual SJF to be held in downtown Scranton August 2, 3 & 4, 2024. Friday and Saturday will feature free jazz walks & on Saturday evening, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will perform at the Scranton Cultural Center at 7:30 pm. Celebrated jazz saxophonist Joe Lovano will join the Scranton Jazz Festival Big Band under Marcinko's direction at 6:00 pm at the Ritz Theater. For more information: www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/

Marko Marcinko, Artistic Director of the Scranton Jazz Festival and Leader of the Festival Big Band, speaking about the 19th annual SJF to be held in downtown Scranton August 2, 3 & 4, 2024. Friday and Saturday will feature free jazz walks & on Saturday evening, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy will perform at the Scranton Cultural Center at 7:30 pm. Celebrated jazz saxophonist Joe Lovano will join the Scranton Jazz Festival Big Band under Marcinko's direction at 6:00 pm at the Ritz Theater. For more information: www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/

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Welcome back, ladies and gentlemen, to another episode of The Popko Project Podcast! Today, on episode 193, we’ve got a special guest for you: Keven Martinez, the mastermind behind The Middleman Podcast. We dive deep into who Keven Martinez really is, what sparked the creation of The Middleman Podcast, and how it’s evolved over time. […]

James Olecki and Josh Balz, co-owners of the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in downtown Scranton, speaking about the history of the building and the Grand Opening of the revitalized Ritz on Saturday, June 29, 2024, beginning at Noon, with tours of the historic theater, jazz with Marko Marcinko under the new marquee, and at 3:00, a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony. Events will continue until the evening concert featuring Lacey Sturm. For more information: www.TheRitzTheater.com/

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Welcome to Episode 188 of The Popko Project Podcast! In this exciting episode, we feature Ben Bailey, the host of the hit series “Cash Cab ” and a nationally touring comedian. Join us as we dive into Ben’s upcoming show at The Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton on Saturday, May 25th. We explore how he […]

In this episode Beaker and Ghosty are joined by the Queen of Cryptids to talk about this legend from Point Pleasant, WV. But first we play a game she created called “Cryptid or Hockey Player” Join us Live on Friday March 15 as we sit down with Dr. Ghost Hunters for and evidence review of our investigation at The Ritz Theater. https://youtube.com/live/1hGLXthmuuQ?feature=share  Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712

Swan Song Studies marks Zhauna's 6th full evening length production.Previous productions: The Dream Channel- Episodes 1 & 2 at The Ritz Theater, Episode 3 (in 3D) at Open Eye Figure Theatre, Her Hysterical Nostalgia (Open Eye Figure Theatre) and Beauty and the Beast (Minneapolis Fringe- Best Dance Production-Audience Choice Award).In New York Zhauna was featured in over 500 shows spanning 3 years with the award winning off-broadway immersive productions Sleep No More- Punchdrunk and Then She Fell- Third Rail Projects. She was an original member of Ballet of the Dolls for 25 years and Associate Artistic Director for 8 years, appearing in over 100 original productions. 

We found it fitting to go back to our roots for this episode, April and Katie are back in the car and on the road! (well, parking lot) In this episode, April tells us the heartbreaking story of Ruby Franke's son escaping from Jodie Hildebrandt's home to save himself and his sister. The children were abused and malnourished by the hands of Jodie Hildebrandt under the guise of therapeutic treatment. When at home with their mother, Ruby Franke, the children saw similar abusive treatment. Now Franke and Hildebrandt have been charged and are on their way to sentencing! Katie then tells us the history and hauntings of the Ritz theater in Tooele, UT that was owned by the same owners for 8 decades until recently. But the theater continues to be haunted by it's guests awaiting the next show! Buckle and listen up, We have loved creating this podcast even with its slow growth, panic writing notes, and technical difficulties. It's been an outlet for us for the past 2.5 years but it's time for us to move onto the next adventure. We hope you enjoyed listening! Until next time, MMKAY BYE! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hauntandcold/support

Sarah Effertz, Executive Director of the Scranton Jazz Festival; James Olecki, Managing Partner and CEO of the Ritz Theater in Scranton, and Marko Marcinko, Founder and Music Director of the Scranton Jazz Festival Big Band, speaking about The Swingin' Jazz Nutcracker Suite on Sunday, November 26, 2023, at 6:00 pm, at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in downtown Scranton. Toys will be collected for the Women's Resource Center. www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/

This week, Ghosty and Beaker go down under to Tasmania. This former prison is full of spirits and tons of bad energy. Take a listen and find out why. Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712 We are hosting an investigation at the Ritz Theater in Tooele Saturday, Sep 30th. We're only selling 12 tickets, so it will be very fun. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ritz-theater-paranormal-investigation-tickets-692615460487

On this episode Ghosty and Beaker keep it local and talk about this haunted mansion located in Nephi, UT. This episode will definitely need to be revisited when we get a chance to go spend a night early next year. Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712 We are hosting an investigation at the Ritz Theater in Tooele Saturday, Sep 30th. We're only selling 12 tickets, so it will be very fun. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ritz-theater-paranormal-investigation-tickets-692615460487

On this episode Ghosty and Beaker talk about this entity that was debatably called a Vampire in Highgate, London. Also, discussing the two petty men who had a 40 year feud over it. Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712 We are hosting an investigation at the Ritz Theater in Tooele Saturday, Sep 30th. We're only selling 12 tickets, so it will be very fun. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ritz-theater-paranormal-investigation-tickets-692615460487

On this episode, Ghosty and Beaker bring Dave on to talk about some cryptids from West Virginia. Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712 We are hosting an investigation at the Ritz Theater in Tooele Saturday, Sep 30th. We're only selling 12 tickets, so it will be very fun. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ritz-theater-paranormal-investigation-tickets-692615460487

In this episode Ghosty and Beaker talk about a Catholic priest, Father Gabriele Amorth who founded the International Association of Exorcists and was appointed the head exorcist by the Vatican.  Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712 We are hosting an investigation at the Ritz Theater in Tooele Saturday, Sep 30th. We're only selling 12 tickets, so it will be very fun. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ritz-theater-paranormal-investigation-tickets-692615460487

Considered to be the UFO capital of the world, Hudson Valley New York has had over 5,000 reports of UFO activity since the 1980s. In this episode, Ghosty and Beaker talk about some of the numerous sightings that are stilling occurring to this day. They also share abduction stories from some of the local residents. Enjoy, listen, and subscribe. Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712 We are hosting an investigation at the Ritz Theater in Tooele on Saturday, September 30th. Only 12 tickets will be avialbe, so get yours before they sell out. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ritz-theater-paranormal-investigation-tickets-692615460487

Ingest High level Cat 16 topicx references men Blood Brothers wtf is happenin' ? https://youtu.be/uzWcC_s3nkI Vic Flair Ruste Juxx https://youtu.be/A5k28lBcHU8 My dawg on Chris Hardicks show https://youtu.be/7unyDYKgap0 Support patreon.com/Firecrotch Original Whiggaz Live youtube.com/focuscds Whiggaz Patreon.com/whiggaz Greetings, comedy lovers! If you're seeking an out-of-this-world experience that will keep you laughing, you'll want to beam yourself down to Sixth Street in downtown Austin, Texas. The Comedy Mothership, located in the historic Ritz Theater, has finally landed, and it's ready to take you on a hilarious journey you won't soon forget. The Comedy Mothership is the brainchild of none other than the famous comedian and number one podcaster, Joe Rogan. Having taken over the Ritz Theater in 2022, Rogan's goal was to provide a comedy community that would draw comics from all around the world, right here in Austin. After a year of renovations led by local architect Richard Weiss, the Comedy Mothership is now open and ready to make you laugh until you cry. This comedic gem, situated at 320 E. 6th Street, features two showrooms: Fat Man, the larger headliner showroom, and Little Boy, an intimate space showcasing the best of local and national talent. With cabaret-style seating arrangements and discreet table service, you'll feel right at home as you settle in for a night of laughter. Norman Gene Macdonald[i] (October 17, 1959[ii] – September 14, 2021) was a Canadian stand-up comedian, actor, and writer whose style was characterized by deadpan delivery and the use of folksy, old-fashioned turns of phrase.[1][2][3] He appeared in many films and was a regular guest on late-night talk shows, where he became known for his chaotic, yet understated style of comedy.Many critics and fellow comedians considered him to be the ultimate talk show guest.

Jack Benny, originally broadcast April 21, 1940 from the Ritz Theater in New York City. Jack and his friends are in New York for the premier of, "Buck Benny Rides Again. Also Lum and Abner, originally broadcast April 21, 1953, Lum and Abner creat a plan to fool Grandpap.Visit my web page - http://www.classicradio.streamWe receive no revenue from YouTube. If you enjoy our shows, listen via the links on our web page or if you're so inclined, Buy me a coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wyattcoxelAHeard on almost 100 radio stations from coast to coast. Classic Radio Theater features great radio programs that warmed the hearts of millions for the better part of the 20th century. Host Wyatt Cox brings the best of radio classics back to life with both the passion of a long-time (as in more than half a century) fan and the heart of a forty-year newsman. But more than just “playing the hits”, Wyatt supplements the first hour of each day's show with historical information on the day and date in history including audio that takes you back to World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. FDR, Eisenhower, JFK, Reagan, Carter, Nixon, LBJ. It's a true slice of life from not just radio's past, but America's past.Wyatt produces 21 hours a week of freshly minted Classic Radio Theater presentations each week, and each day's broadcast is timely and entertaining!

In this episode, Dave joins us and we discuss our investigation of this haunted theater on old Main Street in spooky ass Tooele, UT. Check out how our investigation goes down! Listen, enjoy and subscribe.  Have an interesting story to share? Please tell us about it, email: evp.pod@gmail.com Follow us on social media (@evp.pod) and check out all the ways to listen and watch the podcast:  https://linktr.ee/evp.pod Looking for the best shop to find paranormal investigating equipment, check out Ghost Stop:  https://ghoststop.com/?rfsn=6873776.882712

Sheri Melcher, Director and Co-founder with Michael Melcher of the Creative and Performing Arts Academy of Northeast PA; and James Olecki, Chief Executive Officer of the Ritz Theater and Performing Arts Center, 222 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton, speaking about CaPAA and its upcoming summer camp program that will run from June 19, 2023 to August 19. For information: www.capaa.org/

Yuki Tokuda is a ballet dancer, choreographer and teacher, based in the Twin Cities.She is originally from Japan and was trained under Mikiko Dei, Hideo Fukagawa andJun Ishii, internationally recognized dancers, teachers and competition judges. Shemoved to the US in 2000 to continue her training in New York at the Joffrey BalletSchool. Ms. Tokuda has danced professionally with USA Ballet, Peoria Ballet,Metropolitan Ballet and she was the principal dancer at Continental Ballet for 7 years.With diverse training in classical, contemporary, modern and jazz, she is aninternational guest dancer and collaborator with many companies, including JamesSewell Ballet and Minnesota Dance Theatre. While training in New York, Ms. Tokuda'sinstructors included David Howard, John Prinz, Fabrice Herrault, and Michael Vernon. At Steps on Broadway in New York she was one of the first International Visa Program students. She has, also, trained with Boston Ballet and Connecticut Ballet. She has performed many principal roles, most notably in: Le Corsaire, Don Quixote Pas de Deux, Les Sylphides, Pas de Quatre, Agnes de Mille's Rodeo, Princess Aurora, Lilac Fairy and Princess Florine in The Sleeping Beauty, the Sugar Plum Fairy and Clara in The Nutcracker, Odette and Odile in Swan Lake, Coppelia, A Midsummer Night's Dream and the title roles in Romeo and Juliet, and Giselle. She has performed at The Walker Art Center, The Ritz Theater, The State Theatre, The Tek Box, The Ted Mann Concert Hall, The O'Shaughnessy, The Pantages Theatre, The Intermedia Arts, The Lab Theatre and Peavey Plaza.Ms. Tokuda is a faculty member at Minnesota Dance Theatre, Ballet Co.Laboratory,Community Movement Collective and a certified STOTT Pilates Instructor. She hastaught many master classes in Japan and the US including at Cathedral Dance Festivaland Interlochen Center for the Arts. Her choreography was chosen for Choreographer'sEvening at The Walker Arts Center and commissioned by Wayzata SymphonyOrchestra, Wooddale Church, Cerulean Fire, Japan America Society of Minnesota,Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists and Threads Dance Project. She is arecipient of Minnesota State Arts Board and St. Louis Park Arts & Culture Grant. She isa co-director with Rie Tanaka of Mirage Performing Arts where their mission isenvisioning, enriching and enhancing both the cultures of Classical Music and Ballet.She is the owner/designer of YukiTard, a custom dancewear company, as well as, theowner/instructor of Tokuda Ballet, a private ballet school. www.yukitokuda.com

On September 26th and 27th, 1982, Ozzy Osbourne and his band took over the Ritz Theater in NYC to record a slug of live Black Sabbath tunes. For whatever reason, this excellent album has been all but forgotten by the Ozzy camp and the record company. In this episode Jeremy and John dig into the myth, magic and mystery of this underrated album. You can now support the Classic Guitar Rock Podcast by becoming a patron for a measly $3 per month! Please support us on Patreon today! www.patreon.com/classicguitarrock Opening and closing theme: Opening and Closing Theme: Open Highway by Silent Partner is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jeremy-lunnen7/support

The Ritz Theater has been an iconic entertainment staple in the Sanford community for 100 years! Stream our latest episode of the ONSC Podcast to hear about the history of the theater and all of the events that will celebrate this milestone from the President of the Ritz Theater Board of Directors, Christina Hollerbach. Connect with the Ritz Theater:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritztheatersanford/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRitzSanfordFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritztheatersanfordWebsite: https://ritztheatersanford.com/See what's going on in Orlando North, Seminole County -Follow Do Orlando North on social media!https://www.instagram.com/doorlandonorth/https://www.facebook.com/DoOrlandoNorthhttps://twitter.com/DoOrlandoNorthhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Oghpa0_P-3ERUMbu9CIJQ

Michael Melcher, CEO & Artistic Director for the Ritz Entertainment Group and Director & Producer for the Ritz Mainstage Players at the Ritz, speaking about the 115th anniversary of the historic Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton, over Labor Day weekend 2022, getting underway with a ribbon cutting Friday, September 2 at 10:30 am. The celebration will continue through Monday, September 5 on Courthouse Square as part of the annual La Festa Italiana events. www.RitzPAC.com/

Marko Marcinko, Artistic Director & Co-founder of The Scranton Jazz Festival, speaking about the 17th annual event to be held August 5, 6 & 7, 2022, throughout downtown Scranton. There will be 23 venues offering a variety of performers and styles of jazz. On Saturday, August 6, the Royal Scam will take the stage at the Ritz Theater on Wyoming Avenue at 7;30 pm. The Four Freshman will join the SJF Big Band at the Ritz on Sunday at 5:30 pm. www.scrantonjazzfestival.org/

Sarah Hauss is a choreographer, dancer, presenter, and teacher who has been living and working in the Twin Cities for over 30 years. She is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance at Gustavus Adolphus College. She has a BA in dance from the University of Oregon and an MFA in dance from the University of Colorado, with additional studies at Hunter College in New York City and University of Milwaukee - Wisconsin. She is a licensed K-12 Dance Educator and has great interest in interdisciplinary learning. Hauss has danced and choreographed in New York, California, and Oregon as well. Her work has been supported over the years by Red Eye Collaborations, the McKnight Foundation, the Jerome Foundation, Minnesota State Arts Board, the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council, and The Ritz Theater. She was a founding member of Paula Mann Dance and Artistic Director of Riverbend Dance Arts from 1993-1999. Over the years, she has worked with Kinetic Evolutions, Gomez Dance Group, Third Rabbit Dance Ensemble, Interstate Dance Collective, Gerry Girouard, and the Christopher Watson Dance Company.  She also teaches at Ballare Teatro Performing Arts Center in Minneapolis and has been a yoga instructor at the St Paul Yoga Center since 2002.  Hauss was the director and co-founder (with Off Leash Area) of Inbox@Artbox, a choreographer's evening that presented annually for three years (2018-2020) in the Twin Cities. This Fall, she will be presenting her choreography at the Nobel Conference hosted by Gustavus. 

Northeastern Pennsylvania is home to many gems. We have incredible architecture, beautiful parks and trails, numerous attractions and activities and amazing people who give of themselves to make this region a great place to live. You'll get to meet some of those people on my podcast this week as we talk about the upcoming NEPA Gives Day on June 3 and The Ritz Foundation--a nonprofit focused on community outreach, preservation of the iconic Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton and supporting theater through scholarships. My fellow Ritz Foundation board members: Mary, Karl and Nina, join me to talk about all the excitement planned in Scranton on June 3rd and why donations made on this day are important for the Foundation and ultimately the greater Scranton area. Be sure to Like The Ritz Foundation on Facebook to follow all of the fun and progress. As always, I ask that if you like what you've heard, you'll subscribe to my podcast and share with a friend. I appreciate your support from the bottom of my heart and the bottom of my wine glass. For more fun, funnies and flavorful insight on wines, follow Funny Wine Girl Jeannine on Instagram and Facebook. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Join us as we chat with local Theater Director, Jenny Congiardo, and the Ritz Theater Sanford's newest production, A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum. Jenny has grown up in the theater business and found her way to directing one of her favorite musicals. Tune in to hear her story and what she loves the most about this show, as well as her favorite things to do around Sanford, FL. A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the ForumMay 6, 7 at 7:30 PM; May 1 & 8 at 3 PM, May 7 at 2 PMOne of Broadway's greatest musical farces, A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum is witty and irreverent, combining a 2000-year-old Roman comedy with the infectious energy of classic vaudeville. The plot twists and turns with cases of mistaken identity, slamming doors, and a showgirl or two. Sponsored by IAStage, Seminole County, and Culture Builds Florida. Tickets: $20-$27Tickets: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35699/production/1046247Connect with the Ritz Theater Sanford:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ritztheatersanford/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRitzSanfordFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ritztheatersanfordSee what's going on in Orlando North, Seminole County -Follow Do Orlando North on social media!https://www.instagram.com/doorlandonorth/https://www.facebook.com/DoOrlandoNorthhttps://twitter.com/DoOrlandoNorthhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_Oghpa0_P-3ERUMbu9CIJQ

Jeff Boam, filmmaker, playwright, reviewer, and member of the Festival committee, speaking about the 2022 Northeast Pennsylvania Film Festival taking place from April 1 through April 3, presented by the Waverly Community House & supported by the F. Lammot Belin Arts Foundation. Films Saturday and Sunday will be screened at the Ritz Theater & Performing Arts Center, 222 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton. www.nepafilmfestival.com/

Alexander Monelli, award-winning filmmaker and WVIA producer, speaking about his documentary, "Marionette Land," to be aired on WVIA-TV on Monday, March 14, 2022, and screened on Sunday, April 3 at 3:30 as part of the Annual NEPA Film Festival at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in downtown Scranton. www.wvia.org/ www.monellifilms.com/ www.waverlycomm.org/

Unfettered by recent controversies, Bro Joe Rogan is STILL opening a club, but this time not on the stabby part of 6th Street: https://austin.towers.net/comedy-club-linked-to-joe-rogan-planned-for-austins-ritz-theater/?fbclid=IwAR2jWrrfJa_mt5Wa2zma8EDxUOkPXBd6szDVA_U_uXD9XqMqQf0YjfascKA https://www.MarketExplainer.com

Brandon Hanks, Founder & Artistic Director of Rebel Stages in the Poconos, speaking about the Tony award-winning musical revue, "Ain't Misbehavin'" featuring music by Fats Waller, February 12, 2022 at the Ritz Theater, Wyoming Avenue in Scranton at 8:00 pm. Masks must be worn. For information: RitzPAC.com/ There will be shows February 18 through February 20 at the Shawnee Playhouse in Shawnee-on-Delaware 2/18 at 8 pm; 2/19 at 2pm & 8pm; and 2/20 at 2pm. For more information: www.rebelstages.com/ The conversation was recorded in June of 2021.

Miss Seminole County Scholarship Program & Foundation is a volunteer organization that recognizes the intellect and power of young women and is an official preliminary to the Miss Florida and Miss America Competitions. Today we talk updates to the competition with the Executive Director of The inaugural Miss Seminole County Scholarship Competition, Amanda Babcock. The program has been rescheduled to take place on Sunday, November 7 2021 at 3pm.The competition will be held in the historical and beautiful, Ritz Theater at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center in downtown Sanford, Florida.Four titles will be awarded:Miss Seminole CountyMiss Seminole County's Outstanding TeenMiss Wekiva SpringsMiss Wekiva Springs' Outstanding TeenEach titleholder recipient will be awarded a $1000 college scholarship to Advent Health University and will represent our community with one complete year of service to Seminole County.To find out more information about the Miss Seminole County Scholarship Program & Foundation, you can head over to their website! Registration is STILL OPEN and will close on October 31, 2021! Anyone interested in competing can reach out to Amanda at amanda@missseminolecounty.org or visit their website for more information.https://missseminolecounty.org/Follow along with them on social media at the links below.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/missseminolecountyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/missseminolecounty/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MissSeminole

Mike Yebba joins us to talk about his newest role as Gomez Addams in The Addams Family: A New Musical Comedy (Currently Running!) at the Ritz Theater. Listen in, as we dive into his process of preparing for his role and what we can expect during the show. This thrilling, humorous, and a little bit spooky production takes on the classic story of The Addams Family and follows (18-year-old) Wednesday Addams as she falls in love with a normal boy from Ohio and brings him home to meet the kooky family. The show runs from Oct 15th - 17thGet your tickets for The Addams Family A New Musical Comedy:https://www.ritztheatersanford.com/You can also check out their upcoming shows by following them on social: https://www.instagram.com/ritztheatersanford/

Tonight on Into the Absurd, we talked with singer and actress Trudy Graboyes about her love of musical theater, her many roles in stages throughout the Philadelphia area, her background in theater producing and her upcoming one woman show based on her grandmother's immigrant experience titled Her Strength, Our Story. ~~~~~~~ Trudy Graboyes is a Philadelphia based singer and actor. She is currently in rehearsal for her one woman show, Her Strength, Our Story. Recent stage appearances include the Chaperone in THE DROWSY CHAPERONE and Mrs Brice in FUNNY GIRL at the Broadway Theater in Pitman, New Jersey, Mrs. STRAKOSH and Vera at The Candlelight Dinner Theater and Rose in GYPSY at Shannondell Performing Arts Center. She was nominated for both a 2014 Perry award and 2014 Broadway World best actress award as Fraulein Schneider in CABARET, the musical. Trudy was nominated for and won The Subscribers Choice Award from The Ritz Theater for her portrayal of Yente in the musical, FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. She appeared in, IF THE SLIPPER FITS with the Philadelphia Fringe Festival, in RAGTIME at Centre Theater, in NUNSENSE JAMBOREE and ANNIE at the Media Theater. In ANNIE Trudy was cast in the ensemble and was understudy to Ms. Hannigan who was played by comedienne, Wanda Sykes. Trudy has performed at Walnut Street, Arden, Ritz, Hedgerow, Plays and Players, and New York Dinner Theaters. She was in the cast of TONY AND TINAS' WEDDING Show for 6 years (as Mrs. Vitale; mother of the bride). Trudy is also a cabaret singer. Her cabaret, DUSTPAN DIVA, a history of American musicals told through the eyes of a cleaning woman, was produced at NYC's cabaret, Don't Tell Mama to rave reviews. Trudy wrote, produced, and is the singer on the children's tape entitled, DOODLE DEE DOO. Trudy's day job is as a Standardized Patient for medical schools and clinical skills programs in the region. ~~~~~~~ To explore past episodes of Into the Absurd, visit our Facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/pg/IdiopathicRidiculopathyConsortium/videos/ORThe IRC's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/playlist... And while you're there, be sure to SUBSCRIBE, so you don't miss any future episodes.

Miss Seminole County Scholarship Program & Foundation is a volunteer organization that recognize the intellect and power of young women and is an official preliminary to the Miss Florida and Miss America Competitions.The inaugural Miss Seminole County Scholarship Competition is scheduled forSunday, September 26, 2021 at 6pm. The competition will be held in the historical and beautiful, Ritz Theater at the Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center in downtown Sanford, Florida. Four titles will be awarded: Miss Seminole CountyMiss Seminole County's Outstanding TeenMiss Wekiva SpringsMiss Wekiva Springs' Outstanding Teen Each titleholder recipient will be awarded a college scholarship and will represent our community with one complete year of service to Seminole County.To find out more information about the Miss Seminole County Scholarship Program & Foundation, you can head over to their website! Registration is STILL OPEN!https://missseminolecounty.org/

Sheri Melcher, Director of the Creative & Performing Arts Academy in Scranton, speaking about the season of classes and performances ahead, while taking into account the continuing threat from the Covid-19 pandemic. There will be classes, workshops & productions in the performing arts for all ages; a Cyber Campus for students who can learn online while in the presence of others at CaPaa. There will be a full season of productions featuring the Ritz Theater Mainstage Players--www.RitzPAC.com/ The Ritz Theater & Performing Arts Center is located at 222 Wyoming Avenue in downtown Scranton. www.capaa.org/

Bob returns to the cool and damp 4CF Vault to take a look at a title from The Pride of Derby, CT. One story with a very interesting concept for it's time is featured, while Tobe Hooper and the Ritz Theater (again...) enter the discussion. Won't you join us?      POE: Chuck and Dot were struggling to give each other space in their relationship.http://archive.org/download/4-color-fear-024/4%20Color%20Fear%20024.mp3

***I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY MUSIC PLAYED IN THIS EPISODE*** Cheryl McCain was born in Ocala, Florida. She is a retired Navy veteran who served honorably for twenty years. Two years after retirement, she enrolled at the Art Institute of Jacksonville to study photography. After two years at Al, she left her studies to care for her ailing husband. Just before leaving school her work was published in the Miami based magazine, Chellae and Jacksonville publication Void magazine. She has shot and directed two music videos one of which has been nominated video of the year (by DuvalHipHop.com), photographed four album covers for local artists and has been a featured artist at The Groove Suite Artist Edition two years in a row. In 2018 she was one of thirteen photographers selected to contribute to the exhibit "Jacksonville: A Tale of My City" at the Jacksonville Public Library's Jax Makerspace curated by Shawana Brooks and part of the "Let's Go" exhibit at the Jacksonville International Airport's Haskell Gallery. She also was selected and competed in the 2019 Artfields Artist Competition located in Lake City, South Carolina . She was recently selected to participate 2019 Through Our Eyes exhibit at the Ritz Theater and Museum.Photographers like Willim Eggleston, Carrie Mae Weems, Lorna Simpson, Henri Cartier Bresson and James Van Der Zee have had great influence on her process and approach when it comes to capturing any subject. In studying these photography giants, she has developed an eye for drawing the viewer in and telling story with her photography. Her objective is to have the viewer to see the world as she sees it when she looks through her viewfinder. She believes that should be every photographers objective first and foremost. Links: https://obscuraluxfineart.shootproof.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ObscuraluxfineartInstagram: obscuraluxfineartTwitter: @obscuraluxxx--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/support

*****I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY MUSIC PLAYED IN THIS EPISODE*****Facebook: @LadyGthapoetInstagram & Twitter: @ladygthapoetwww.ladygpoet.comwww.naturalwondersalon.comCashApp: $NaturalWonderNikita Purdy aka the indomitable LADY G, has been performing spoken word ALL over Jacksonville since 2003. She has performed on legendary stages like The Ritz Theater & Museum, The Cypher Open Mic Poetry & Soul and more. She has curated and lead creative writing workshops on college campuses such as Florida State College of Jacksonville and in halls of The St. Augustine Youth Detention Center. Part of the award-winning international poetry group Black on Black Rhyme, Lady G's words are delivered off the tip of a passionate tongue, forged from experience and resonating with the wisdom of a conscious community. She also represented the Duval Slam Team last year in Fayetteville, NC for the 27th Annual Southern Fried Poetry Slam. She is an educator, healer, poet and soon to be author with her forthcoming collection of poetry entitled: God's Dictation.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/support

Jack and Phil went up the hill to New York!

Jack and Phil went up the hill to New York!

*****I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY MUSIC PLAYED IN THIS EPISODE*****Episode 3 we have a candid conversation with singer, songwriter, performer and educator Kia Nicole Kia Nicole has been sharing her gifts of soul music and poetry for many years. Born and raised in Pensacola, FL she now resides in Jacksonville, FL where she is immersed in the rich music culture of the nation's largest city, establishing herself as one of the most sought-after Neo-Soul vocalists around.Kia Nicole began her recording career with the spoken word / music duo &Key of G&, accompanied by Greg Monts. Their primary goal was to promote positive and socially conscience thinking to enlighten and uplift the Millennial Generation of Jacksonville, opening for underground Indie artists such as Darnell Levine, Ken J. Martin, Salakida, Fhena and more. In November of 2006, the due released two albums before taking a hiatus in 2008.After self-releasing her 2012 solo album entitled "Reacquainted", Kia Nicole joined forces with Urban Jazz Pianist Elisha "Atlas" Parris to lend her vocals to his ground-breaking cover of the 1968 Marvin Gaye classic Got To Give It Up (Elisha &Atlas& Parris LIVE @ PEInc Underground, (c) (p) 2013). She also performed at Jacksonville’s famed Ritz Theater and enjoyed a guest-vocalist spotlight before thousands at the 2013 Jacksonville Jazz Festival in Hemming Plaza before signing with the urban jazz pianist's record label, Parriscope Entertainment, Inc.Kia released her single entitled "Been Away" on the PEInc label on March 10, 2015. January 2016, her growing fan base can look forward to her independent release of her EP entitled "There's Still Time" that will produce heartfelt lyrics and soul stirring grooves for all lovers of Soul. Through her passion for and in music, Kia Nicole wishes that others will find peace in the words and messages she brings.Follow her on all of your social media apps @kianicolemusic & www.kianicolemusic.com. Please check out her music and if the spirit moves you, feel free to bless her via CashApp: $KiaNicoleMusic1 and as always please make sure you support the artists and the arts!--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/support

HISTORY WORTH SAVING - Monica Sawyer is doing her best to save the remarkable Ritz Theater in Corpus Christi, Texas. Built in 1929, the former movie palace has also hosted music icons like Elvis, Willie Nelson, Bruce Springsteen and countless thousands in its Spanish courtyard style auditorium. The City of Corpus Christi recently awarded the Ritz a matching grant to help restore its roof. Now that the interior is safe from the elements - the rest of the work can begin. Hear this inspiring story of discovery and preservation on this episode of the #HWSPODCAST. QUICK LINK: http://www.ccritz.com

Michael Melcher, Producer & Director, speaking about the Ritz Players' production of "Matilda the Musical" based on the story by Roald Dahl, December 5-8, 2019, at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in downtown Scranton. Shows Thursday (12/5)at 7:00 pm; Friday (12/6) at 7:30 pm; Saturday (12/7) at 1:00 and 7:30 pm; Sunday (12/8)at 1:00 and 6:30 pm www.capaa.org or www.showtix4u.com

Director/Editor Luz Cabrales; Asst Director Tony Susi & Actors Tierney Violet Joyce & Chloe Bluebell Joyce, speaking about the short film, "Speak to Me" produced by Scranton Films in anticipation of the premiere on Saturday, November 16, 2019 at 6:00 pm at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue, in downtown Scranton. Admission is free but tickets can be reserved online at www.scrantonfilms.com

By Jeff Dillard. This episode recounts the experiences of Corpus Christi musician and promoter Robert Stoner at the Ritz Theatre in the 1970s. His love for live music would later lead him to play a pivotal role in the effort to renovate the Ritz.

Stephanie Longo & Neil Prisco of Leadership Lackawanna's Core Program 2019 Team, and Michael Melcher, Co-Founder of the Creative and Performing Arts Academy of NEPA, speaking about the historic Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton, in connection with a project preparing an exhibition on the building's history. The exhibit will open in May with a special event to support the undertaking on Sunday, March 31, 2019, at Cooper's Seafood House, 701 N. Washington Avenue in Scranton at 1:00 pm: "Puttin' On The Ritz". www.leadershiplackawanna.com www.capaa.org

Award-winning filmmaker Chris Fetchko from NEPA speaking about his life in film in connection with the Northeast PA Film Festival running March 22-24, 2019. Fetchko will take part in "Pitch, Fund, Cast" on Saturday, March 23 at 10:30 am at Posh at the Scranton Club. His movie "All in Time" will be screened Saturday, March 23 at 9pm at the Ritz Theater in downtown Scranton. There will be an Opening Night Gala on Friday, March 22 at 7pm at the Waverly Community House and many more events throughout the weekend. www.nepafilmfestival.com

Michael Melcher of CaPaa & Chuck Gorden of Marywood, producers, speaking about the collaborative production of Disney's "Newsies" presented by the Creative & Performing Arts Academy & Marywood University December 20, 21, 22, 23, 2018, at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue in Scranton. www.capaa.org

Michael Melcher of CaPaa and Chuck Gorden of Marywood University, producers of Disney's "Newsies" as a collaboration between the Creative and Performing Arts Academy & Marywood. Shows will run December 20, 2018 through December 23 at the Ritz Theater, 222 Wyoming Avenue, Scranton. www.capaa.org

Hosted by @damien.lamarand @bluefranswa, Taste Test Live #podcast is back with your weekly update and features an in-depth discussion about the latest in urban music, exclusive tracks, remixes and more.  This week's show, Damien his favorites from the week, along with news about @seinabosey @erykahbadu @homergaines @johnlegend @ellamai @marshaambrosious @tyresegibson @macmiller And guess what? It’s a “Happy Day” with week’s guest is a film-maker and history buff, Emanuel Washington, who joins Damien and Blue in the studio as discusses his new film documentary about the creator of the gospel classic “Oh Happy Day: The Journey of a Song” by the godfather of contemporary gospel music Edwin Hawkins.   About Emanuel Washington Since 1999 Emanuel Washington and his partner, Tiffany Duhart, have been working to bring exposure and promote the cultural arts entertainment in Jacksonville through their company, Nokturnal Escape, LLC. For Emanuel, it really began when he noticed that there was a missing audience at events that were of artistic value. The desire to spread the word became his mission and with this came the creation of Jacksonville’s biggest and longest-running spoken-word and live music event, Soul Release. Emanuel has also produced plays from local writers, fashion show after parties and historic parties for regional and national artists. As Nokturnal Escape grew, they began to provide marketing services to companies like the Florida Black Expo, the St. Augustine Amphitheater, the Ritz Theater the Florida Theater Florida State College of Jacksonville Broadway productions of Drumline Live, The Color Purple and more. In 2012 Emanuel filmed and produced a documentary entitled “We remember Raines, an American high school” which was screened at the Auburn African-American Library in Atlanta, Georgia. Currently, Emanuel is the Creative Director of a literacy program entitled “Before e-mail: A reader’s theater production.” After creating “Before e-mail,” the program was presented during the second year of One Spark crowdfunding event. It was also highlighted in an ARBUS article entitled “20 Set to Shine.” As a result, the program was picked up by the Jacksonville Public Library and featured live performances at various library branches. Emanuel Washington is currently working on his next film and is proud to be joining the board of DieRections, Inc. He discovered that he had met Loutricia Gebbs-Tolbert, the Director, at an earlier session of Soul Release Poetry. It is with great honor that he is joining her in support of the inspiring work at DieRections, Inc. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tastetestlive/message

Wow....40 Episode In!!  Thank you so much for all the love and support over the almost two years this show has been in production!  Super appreciated!  This week the show is coming out early because there is important things happening that you need to be aware of!   1st and foremost I will be at Rain Dogs for SoundCloud Sessions Tomorrow, followed immediately by a special performance by Tough Junkie and Miggs Son!  The cover is donation based but lets send the traveling group out of town with some gas/food and hotel money!  I start DJing at 7 and go live on FB at 9!  The show will kick off immediately after at 10!  The FB Event page is HERE! Another important date is Thursday!  The Summer Mentor Program I have been working on over the last two weeks is closing to a close and my kids will be performing!  Come Support the kids and the community!  The event is being held at The Ritz Theater, in Downtown Jacksonville and is FREE to get in!  The event kicks off at 6 and goes until 8, followed by a reception with snacks and drinks!  PLEASE come support these kids!!  The FB Event Page is HERE!! Thank you again for all the love and Support for not only The Cloud Sessions Show but the these upcoming events!  I hope to see your faces and Cheers to many more shows!

Sorry the show is late today but it's been a busy week and I wanted to be sure to get some important information on this weeks show! I am working as an instructor teaching kids how to rap in a program called Just Like Me! I talk about it on the show and if you are in the Jacksonville Fl area I encourage you to come out next Thursday Aug 3 to The Ritz Theater, Downtown, at 6PM for the performance! It's Free and is followed by a Meet and Greet with Drinks and Snacks! Listen to the Show for more details or go to www.Justlikemejax.org for more info!

Choreographer, Jolene Konkel, joins us to tell her story about finding God but discovering a lack of acceptance in the Christian culture that welcomed her dance talents.  This led her to be a pioneer in merging the arts and faith in new ways that broke down walls her peers had about concert dance being used to reflect the heart of God.  This also led her to her mission of equipping and encouraging "the orphaned artist" to discover there is a place and purpose for them for God to use their gifts.  Jolene has an undergrad degree in Christian studies(emphasis in theater) from North Central University and an M.F.A. in Performance and Choreography from Univ. of Milwaukee.  She is the founder of Youth With a Mission(YWAM's) global Univ. of the Nations School of Dance Studies.  She is choreographer and adjunct faculty in the University of Northwestern's Theater program and has choreographed over 30 local musical productions.  She has been showcased in the DanceMakers series at UWM, Choreographer's Evening at the Ritz Theater,  Jazz Here, Jazz Now at the Univ. of MN and Rhythmically Speaking at The Southern Theater.  Her most recent work was presented at the 2016 MN Fringe Festival.  

April 21, 1940 Live from the Ritz Theater for the release of Jack Benny's movie "Buck Benny Rides Again". There is talk of the Broadway show "Hellzapoppin" which is zany and crazy!

>Owner of Livingston’s Photo (Main Street, Sylva, NC), Livingston Kelly shares his 45 years of history in the historic mountain Town of Sylva. He talks about the changes and lack of changes he has seen in his time on Main Street, including the Mead Corporation, Jackson Paper Company, the old police station, the banks, R.O. Vance’s Hardware, Hooper’s Drug Store, the Rebel Restaurant, Ritz Theater, Johnny Watson’s flying school, and so much more..

>Owner of Livingston’s Photo (Main Street, Sylva, NC), Livingston Kelly shares his 45 years of history in the historic mountain Town of Sylva. He talks about the changes and lack of changes he has seen in his time on Main Street, including the Mead Corporation, Jackson Paper Company, the old police station, the banks, R.O. Vance’s Hardware, Hooper’s Drug Store, the Rebel Restaurant, Ritz Theater, Johnny Watson’s flying school, and so much more..

Jack Benny From The Ritz Theater 4-21-40  http://oldtimeradio.dvd. Collections on Sale.