Members of the Rhode Island Philharmonic Youth Orchestra had a rare opportunity this past weekend when they performed at the Vets alongside the professional musicians of the Rhode Island Philharmonic. Artscape producer James Baumgartner visited a rehearsal before the performance to talk with the young people about the experience. The post Rhode Island Philharmonic and Youth Orchestra play together with a powerful sound appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Jan 26, 2023•1 min
Artscape producer James Baumgartner and morning host Luis Hernandez review The Gamm Theatre's production of "Faith Healer," the 1979 drama by Irish playwright Brian Friel. The play runs through Jan. 29. The post Three performers own the stage in ‘Faith Healer’ at the Gamm Theatre appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Jan 19, 2023•1 min
Funda Fest is celebrating its twenty-fifth year with two weeks of storytelling, starting this Saturday. Morning Host Luis Hernandez talked with one of the featured storytellers, Antonio Rocha as well as Valerie Tutson, executive director of Rhode Island Black Storytellers and Funda Fest. The post Funda Fest celebrates history and the art of Black storytelling appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Jan 12, 2023•2 min
The Gamm Theater is bringing back their annual production of a Christmas favorite, "It’s A Wonderful Life," this time with a twist: they’re performing the story as an old-time radio show. The post The radio version of a Christmas classic told on the Gamm stage appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Dec 15, 2022•1 min
For twenty years, Craftland has featured the work of artists and craftspeople in its small shop on Westminster street in Providence. It started as a temporary holiday art show and store, before the term pop-up shop was even popular. Artscape producer James Baumgartner and morning host Luis Hernandez talked with Margaret Carleton, one of the store’s founders, and Deb Dormody, who has been involved with the store since its earliest days. The post Craftland celebrates 20 years as a home for art and...
Dec 08, 2022•2 min
Libraries play a crucial role in providing books, educational opportunities, and essential resources to the public. But when the pandemic hit, libraries had to redefine how they serve their communities. Morning host Luis Hernandez recently spoke about the evolving role of libraries with Cheryl Space, Library Director at Community Libraries of Providence. The post Pandemic redefined how Providence Community Libraries serve the public appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Dec 01, 2022•2 min
New Englanders will gather today for another Thanksgiving, but many may be unaware of the origins and history of the annual American tradition. Paul Robinson and John Brown III recently gave a presentation at the Rochambeau community library in Providence called “The Myths of Thanksgiving.” John Brown is the Narragansett Indian Tribe’s Medicine Man and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer. Paul Robinson is the former state archeologist for Rhode Island and retired part-time professor at Rhode Is...
Nov 24, 2022•2 min
For more than 30 years, the Wedding Cake House stood empty and abandoned on Broadway in Providence. In 2017, an arts organization took control of the building. After three years of renovations, it’s a work of art on its own. Now the house hosts residencies for artists, along with a bed and breakfast business that supports the organization. The post The Dirt Palace turns historic Wedding Cake House into a home for artists and visitors alike appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Nov 17, 2022•2 min
The Gamm Theatre’s production of “Sweat” is on now at their home in Warwick. Artscape producer James Baumgartner spoke with morning host Luis Hernandez about the play. The post As industry crumbles, friends collide in ‘Sweat’ at The Gamm appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Nov 09, 2022•55 sec
The Bill T Jones / Arnie Zane company is performing on Friday night at The Vets, as part of a residency produced by First Works and the Brown Arts Institute. We'll also hear from four artists who share their perspectives on the midterm election. The post “What Problem?” explores isolation and community through movement at the Vets appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Nov 02, 2022•2 min
The URI Guitar Festival started as an ambitious idea by director Adam Levin more than seven years ago. It started growing when the pandemic created a major obstacle to that growth. Levin did what all directors did. He got creative. This weekend the event launches bigger than it has ever been, stretching across multiple days. It also now includes activities and events that are learning experiences for beginners and more advanced players. The post Artscape: URI Guitar Festival returns, Oct. 20-23 ...
Oct 20, 2022•3 min
October is Dyslexia Awareness Month, and in Rhode Island, Governor Dan McKee has declared Dyslexia Awareness Week to start Friday, Oct. 14. For this week's Artscape, morning host Chuck Hinman talks to the authors of a book that tells the stories of some famous journalists who are dyslexic, and how they have managed their condition. The post Artscape: New book highlights stories of journalists with dyslexia appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Oct 13, 2022•7 min
The Rhode Island Historical Society is hosting the Archive Remix Film Festival with multiple screenings in October. Artscape producer James Baumgartner talked with the festival organizer, Becca Bender and Rai Terry, one of the film makers showing their films. The post Filmmakers remix the past for the Rhode Island Historical Society’s Archive Remix Film Festival appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Oct 01, 2022•1 min
"Describe the Night" at The Gamm Theatre and "The Inheritance" at Trinity Rep are both hugely ambitious plays that cover decades and generations. The post Two plays bring the past into the present appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Sep 22, 2022•1 min
"Accessibility is Beautiful" takes place at the Steel Yard on Saturday, highlighting ways to make businesses more accessible for all people. Plus, AS220 has five gallery openings. We'll hear from three of the artists. The post Gallery openings at AS220 include an update on “Seeing Providence Chinatown” appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Sep 07, 2022•59 sec
We’re heading into the Labor Day Weekend, with some good news for music fans used to the annual enjoyment of the Rhythm and Roots Festival in Charlestown. Longtime festival producer Chuck Wentworth had announced that, due to health reasons, he was calling it quits. But then, someone stepped up to save the festival. The post Rhythm and Roots Festival is saved by new owners appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Aug 31, 2022•2 min
When you go to Broad Street in Providence, you’ll see a street that is radically different from what it was just a few months ago. Among the changes is a street mural at the corner of Public and Daboll streets. Artscape producer James Baumgartner spoke with Rhode Island Latino Arts director Marta Martínez, who helped to facilitate the project, as well as René Gómez, the artist who designed and painted the mural. The post A new mural brings beauty and safety to the Broad Street cultural corridor ...
Aug 25, 2022•1 min
The Warren Folks Festival takes place this Saturday. Artscape Producer, James Baumgartner talked with festival organizer Uriah Donnelly. The post Warren Folks Fest brings the East Bay community together appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Aug 18, 2022•1 min
A temporary exhibit at the Museum of Work and Culture in Woonsocket highlights little-known but important moments in the history of Latino communities in Rhode Island. Artscape producer James Baumgartner visited the museum to learn more. The post New exhibit highlights stories of Latino communities in Rhode Island appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Aug 10, 2022•2 min
Rhode Island’s annual Dominican Cultural Parade and Music Festival is coming up this Sunday. Artscape producer James Baumgartner and morning host Chuck Hinman talked with festival organizer Marilyn Cepeda about what to expect. The post Manny Ramirez and Miriam Cruz headline Dominican Parade and Festival this weekend appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Aug 04, 2022•1 min
Bramwell Tovey, the principal conductor and artistic director of the Rhode Island Philharmonic, died on July 12, 2022, one day after his 69th birthday. He joined the Philharmonic in 2018 after conducting many different orchestras, including the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, where he helped to found the VSO School of Music. Artscape Producer James Baumgartner talked with David Beauchesne, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Philharmonic, about the time he spent with Bramwell Tovey. The post RI...
Jul 16, 2022•1 min
Last week, Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee named Lynne McCormack as head of RISCA - the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts. She comes to the position with a background in community development and arts administration, including previously serving as the Director of Art, Culture and Tourism for the City of Providence. She talked with Artscape producer James Baumgartner and Morning Host Chuck Hinman about her goals for the organization. The post Lynne McCormack, new director of the Rhode Islan...
Jul 15, 2022•1 min
Mark Erelli is performing at Norman Bird Sanctuary on Friday, part of Newport Live - a concert series previously known as Common Fence Music. The New Bedford Folk Festival is this Saturday and Sunday. We talked with Tom Rush, one of the featured performers. The post This weekend: New Bedford Folk Festival and Newport Live appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Jul 07, 2022•1 min
With exhibits on the Underground Railroad, the ghost of a childhood home and a dome made from 3-D printed hexagons, DATMA's current exhibit features public art in multiple locations across downtown New Bedford exploring the idea of 'Shelter.' The post Shelter from the elements and injustice at DATMA appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Jul 01, 2022•1 min
We have two items to feature in this week's Artscape: Rhode Island PrideFest and "Fairview" at Trinity Rep The post Rhode Island PrideFest returns; ‘Fairview’ lulls the audience with sitcom humor before implicating the ‘white gaze’ appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Jun 15, 2022•2 min
Although PVD Fest had some small events in the last couple of years, this year is the first full festival since 2019. It’s a big one! There are events this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The post PVD Fest 2022 brings music, footwork and spectacle to downtown Providence appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Jun 09, 2022•2 min
Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812 is on now through June 19th at The WaterFire Arts Center in Providence. The play has been extended to June 26th. JAMES BAUMGARTNER: Hi, Chuck. I’ve been away for a week, but I understand you’ve been busy at the theater. CHUCK HINMAN: Yes. And I’m sorry you […] The post Wilbury Theatre’s ‘Natasha, Pierre’ – an incredibly moving electro-pop musical appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
Jun 01, 2022•1 min
The Fabric Fall River Festival takes place May 12 - 14 and it’s about a lot more than textiles. There’s music, visual art, performance art, food and more. The post Contemporary art, music, food and the semiotics of cod at Fabric Fall River appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
May 11, 2022•2 min
Most bicycles you see at the local bike shop today are made in factories in Taiwan and China. But there are still a few people in the U.S. who make custom bicycles by hand. Brian Chapman of Chapman Cycles is a local builder with a world-wide reputation. Artscape producer James Baumgartner met with him to find out more about the art of custom bike-building. The post Chapman Cycles and the art of the custom bicycle appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio ....
May 04, 2022•2 min
Zan Berry and Isabel Castellvi are cellists who helped organize PVD Cellofest - a collection of concerts featuring a wide range of music genres but with one thing in common - the cello. The post PVD Cello Fest celebrates the beauty and versatility of the cello appeared first on TPR: The Public's Radio .
Apr 27, 2022•2 min
