Bree joins Joe this week to tell us a little about herself and what she is doing for BPA and Charlotte's art scene as the Director of Artistic Experiences.  We discuss Immersive Van Gogh, growing up with artistic encouragement, illegal graffiti and more!

In the Spotlight Presented by Blumenthal Performing Arts

BPA Welcomes Bree Stallings

This week we're joined by Director of Programming at Blumenthal Performing Arts, Stephanie Cantrell Dowds to talk all bout booking acts for Charlotte Shout 2021!  Steph gives us a nice preview of displays like Gaia and Intrude, and performance pieces such as Blue Lapis Light and Of Earth and Sky that will be exciting parts of Charlotte Shout from September 17 to October 3, 2021.  Check it all out at https://cltshout.com/

Charlotte Shout Announcement

Bluz joins Joe this week to tell us a little about himself and what he has in store for BPA and the Charlotte Arts Scene.  He tells us about the We Are Hip Hop festival, Slam Charlotte, and the upcoming Acoustic Grace series!

BPA Welcomes Director of Creative Engagement

The PNC Broadway Lights Series has been announced for Fall 2021, and is set to include Hamilton, Wicked, Hadestown, and more.  Hear BPA President Tom Gabbard tell us his thoughts about the changes you will see at the theater, and the hope we have for the future!

2021-22 PNC Broadway Season Announcement!

WBTV's Kristen Miranda and BPA's President and CEO Tom Gabbard answer questions about the 2020-2021 Broadway Season lineup.

Q and A with BPA

Host Joe Hunsaker is joined in-studio by Robin Tynes-Miller, Director of Ticketing and Sales at Blumenthal, and also a founder and Artistic Director at Three Bones Theater.

Ticketing and Three Bone Theater

Joe Hunsaker is joined by Casey Connon in-studio to talk about two new Blumenthal programs, Get to Know the Show, and Nerdy Night Out.

Get To Know The Show and Nerdy Night Out

Host Joe Hunsaker is joined in-studio by Joy West and Brandon Carter, to talk about Club Blume, & Out On The Town, two programs designed to engage the local Charlotte Community.

Club Blume & Out On The Town

Blumenthal Performing CEO Tom Gabbard joins host Joe Hunsaker backstage to talk about bringing Mike Birbiglia's hit Broadway one-man show to Charlotte - and to Netflix - and how BPA became a producer of the production.

Bringing Mike Birbiglia's Broadway Show to Charlotte

A preview of The Queen City Comedy Experience with Karla Dingle, Improv Director at Acting Out Studios and Brian "Heff" Heffron, Owner of The Comedy Zone.

Queen City Comedy Experience Preview Show

President and CEO Tom Gabbard joins Joe Hunsaker in-studio to talk about Blumenthal Performing Arts' mission, the programs that bring shows like "Hamilton" to Uptown Charlotte, and the future of the performing arts at BPA.

Blumenthal Performing Arts' President and CEO Tom Gabbard

Clifford Olson, Director of Volunteer Services with Blumenthal Performing Arts joins Joe Hunsaker in-studio to talk about just how to become a volunteer with BPA, AND eight hot insider tips for Blumenthal Patrons INCLUDING where to park cheap.

Volunteering with BPA, and Eight Hot Patron Tips

Say Oni and Arella Flur, the Best Actor and Actress from this year's Blumey Awards - join hosts Joe Hunsaker and Casey Connon in-studio to talk about their young careers, their trip to Broadway for the Jimmy Awards, and meeting their heroes. We also learn more about the educational programs offered by Blumenthal, and their efforts to provide arts for all.

In The Spotlight Presented by Blumenthal Performing Arts

Blumenthal Performing Arts brings some of the world's greatest performers to Uptown Charlotte, and shines their spotlight on the best local talent as well. This Podcast features conversations about the work Blumenthal Arts does to ensure the arts are, indeed, for all, and on the performers who grace the stages of their six Uptown stages.

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In the Spotlight Presented by Blumenthal Performing Arts

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