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Do you have a question, comment or concern about WKSU? E-mail Al Bartholet, executive director and general manager.
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Listen to your favorite NPR and PRI programs live on the web including “This American Life,” “Whad’Ya Know?,” “All Things Considered,” “Morning Edition,” “Car Talk,” and “Fresh Air.”
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Your WKSU membership can pay for itself when you take advantage of special discounts -- including 2-for-1 ticket offers -- from area arts and cultural organizations by using your member card. Contribute $60 or more annually and receive your WKSU Member card ($30 annually for students and seniors age 65 or greater) and a list of the nearly 4-dozen participating groups throughout Northeast Ohio.
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This Friday is 8.8.08 is the first event in the Folk Alley 5-year anniversary celebration. It is also a date so auspicious that the Chinese chose it for the opening ceremonies of the Beijing Olympics. In advance of the games, NPR has been in China, reporting on its culture and society. NPR.org has gathered all of these reports, along with stories about athletes and the competitions, on a special web page. For those who are on Twitter, follow the reporting at @olympicsnews.
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 Arlo Guthrie Returns to Akron on Aug. 9
Arlo Guthrie is part of the American music fabric. His father, Woody, created
songs that are part of the U.S. songbook - songs he carried across the country
like Johnny Appleseed. Arlo himself was onstage at Woodstock, one of the
seminal moments of 20th century culture. He wrote a song that became legendary
and was turned into a film (which in turn became a TV show). All the while, he
was writing and recording true folk music, stories about people and the lives
they lead. His performances are rich with songs, and also the yarns Arlo
weaves. They're like the icing on a very good cake. This time around, Arlo is
touring with his son and grandson, because family is still important to
him.
Arlo Guthrie comes to Lock 3 Live! park this Saturday (8/9). General
admission tickets are $5 (bring your own chair or blanket). The show starts at
7 p.m. with a performance by Vienna Teng - the hit of the 38th Kent State Folk
Festival. Vienna gave up a cushy job at Cisco to write songs and play the
piano as a folk singer. Find details online at www.Lock3Live.com.
Folk Alley Celebrates with David Francey and Harry Manx
David Francey and Harry Manx bring their considerable talent to Cain Park this
Friday (8/8) at 8 p.m. to help celebrate FolkAlley.com's 5-year anniversary.
Francey is a favorite for his songs that capture the extraordinary lives of
everyday people. Even though Francey is a Canadian who was born in Scotland,
he has made many trips to Northeast Ohio and has even written songs inspired by
the region. Manx is also Canadian (purely a coincidence) and his musical
influences are even more international. Along with Blues from North America,
Manx spent time in Japan, India and Brazil, incorporating Asian and Central
American rhythms in his music.
Tickets are $18 in advance at the Cain Park
box office or through Ticketmaster or $20 on Friday.
Franz Welser-Most and David Roden Preview Dvorak
This Friday (8/8) at Blossom Music Center, Music Director Franz Welser-Most
leads The Cleveland Orchestra in Dvorak's Symphony no. 9, "From the New World."
The work is a signature piece for the Orchestra, which will also perform works
by Schubert, Messian and J. Strauss, Jr. Hear an interview WKSU Music Director
David Roden conducted with Welser-Most or watch an extended video interview on
the WKSU classical page. The videos are also on WKSU's YouTube page: wksuradio.
The Drums of August at Hale Farm and Village
On a typical day at Hale Farm and Village, visitors will be transported back to
the 19th century. This weekend, Aug. 9 and 10, the struggles of the American
Civil War will be even more in evidence as the living history museum hosts one
of Ohio's largest Civil War reenactments. See soldiers from both sides of the
Mason-Dixon Line, their camps and (in some cases) their families. There are
also shopping opportunities. The Drums of August is part of Hale Farm and
Village's 50th anniversary year.
More Folk Fun at Cain Park
After the confetti drops on Friday, there are still plenty of reasons to visit
Cain Park in August. On Saturday (8/9), rock legends Roger McGuinn and John
Sebastian return to their jugband roots by joining forces for a less electric
show. It may not be the Byrds or the Lovin' Spoonful, but it's sure to be fun.
Michelle Shocked is also something of a rocker, but her music comes from a
singer/songwriter tradition that was created by folk singers like Dylan and
Joni Mitchell - and the mix is firmly in the Americana wheelhouse. Shocked
comes to Cain Park with The Lee Boys Sunday (8/10). Canadian fiddler April
Verch also clog dances and sings, making her truly multi-talented. See her
perform music that finds inspiration in bluegrass, Celtic, Appalachian and
Quebecois on Wednesday (8/13). Find details at www.CainPark.com.
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Club Passim: 50 Years of Folk Legends
You have to look for Club Passim, tucked in an alley behind the Harvard Coop in
Cambridge, Mass. But when you get inside, you find a small, square room that
holds about 125 people, sitting at wobbly tables in mismatched chairs. Club
Passim was opened as Club 47 50 years ago as a coffeehouse jazz club but
quickly rose to prominence as a folk venue, welcoming the greats of the 1950s
and '60s - Joan Baez, Tom Rush, Bob Dylan, as well as singers such as Shawn
Colvin and Suzanne Vega.
Nigella Lawson: Summer's Bounty, With Zest
At the height of summer, with vegetables bursting out of grocery store bins and
farmers markets, a perfectly satisfying meal can be made with little more than
vegetables. British food writer Nigella Lawson spoke with Renee Montagne about
how to make a full meal from the summer's bounty - the summer heat and the
abundance of vegetables at their peak makes it easy to leave meat out of a
meal.
David Sanborn: A Sax Man's Soul Roots
The music of Stevie Wonder, David Bowie, Paul Simon, James Brown, Bruce
Springsteen, Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones all has a similar tone running
throughout. It's no coincidence that saxophonist David Sanborn has played with
all of them. Sanborn's alto sax has a distinctive tone, even as it crosses
genres. Sanborn is most often identified as a jazz musician, but he doesn't
call himself one.
Birth Of Rice-A-Roni: The Armenian-Italian Treat
Nikki Silva of the Kitchen Sisters sat down next to this story at an NPR event
where she and her partner, Davia Nelson, played their Hidden Kitchen episode
"The Birth of the Frito," about the origin of the iconic corn chip. At the
dinner, Lois DeDemenico, 80, told Nikki that she had been part of the birth of
Rice-A-Roni. Lois began to tell a story about San Francisco in the 1940s and
the convergence of a Canadian immigrant bride, an Italian-American pasta
family, and a survivor of the Armenian genocide - all of which led to the
creation of "The San Francisco Treat."
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 American Routes
Fridays at 7 p.m. Aug. 8: Roadside Attractions. Hit the road in search of new faces and places. Head north out of New Orleans, across Lake Pontchartrain, to the Abita Mystery House at UCM Museum in Abita Springs. And much further north, to the Musical Wonder House in Wiscasset, Maine. Plus, a refreshing visit to a local New Orleans favorite, Hansen's Sno-Bliz. |
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This American Life
Saturdays at 4 p.m. Aug. 9: Fear of Sleep. Mike Birbiglia got used to strange things happening to him when he slept—until something happened that almost killed him. Mike's story and other reasons to fear sleep, including roaches, bedbugs, "The Shining," and mild-mannered husbands who turn into maniacs while asleep. |
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A Prairie Home Companion
Saturdays at 6 p.m. Aug. 9 (repeated Aug. 10 at 10 a.m.): The Great Minnesota Get Together: The State Fair. Becky Schlegel will sing a Greg Brown song, Patty Griffin will sing "Long Ride Home" and Jearlyn Steele will recall her first place win at the State Fair Talent Show. Plus, Minnesota broadcaster Tommy Mischke, Del McCoury and his band, and Guy Noir takes on security detail at the Fair. |
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Don’t see your favorite program listed here? To view a complete lineup, visit the WKSU Programs page. |
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 Blues & Brews
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Friday, August 8th
This popular ale tasting features over 250 craft beers from around the world. A reservations-required Brewer's Circle special tasting begins at noon--Saturday, August 9 from 2 - 6 p.m., Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens, Akron, (330) 315-3287.
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Sleuth
Rabbit Run Community Arts Association
Friday, August 8th - Sunday, August 24th
The aristocratic mystery writer, Andrew Wyke, allows his imagination to run away as he enters into a battle of wits with his wife's lover. A clever and intricate plot full of skulduggery will keep the audience guessing throughout. Buy one get one ticket free for WKSU Members--August 8 - August 24, Rabbit Run Theatre, 5648 West Chapel Road, Madison, (440) 428-5913). *WKSU Member Discount*
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Kathy Mattea
Lakeside
Saturday, August 9th
Famous for her big hit "Eighteen Wheels and a Dozen Roses," this Grammy Award winner's voice stands out as a rare blend of warmth and power--Saturday, August 9 at 8:15 p.m., Hoover Auditorium, Third Street, Lakeside, 419-798-4461.
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Brigid's Cross
Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association
Wednesday, August 13th
Blazing fiddle, thunderous bodhran, driving creative fresh arrangements, and fabulous three-part harmonies are all incorporated to form this fresh and powerful Celtic trio. From true-to-heritage traditional music to contemporary pieces, Brigid’s Cross is a never-ending show from start to finish--August 13 at 6:30 p.m., Howe Meadow, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, (330) 657-2909.
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Einstein
Great Lakes Science Center
Saturday, May 24th - Tuesday, September 2nd
Albert Einstein was a brilliant man whose theories helped America build the first atomic bomb. A new exhibit at the Great Lakes Science Center uses interactive displays to illustrate his discoveries and tell the story of a man with a great sense of humor and a very curious mind--now through Sept. 2, Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erieside Ave, Cleveland, (216) 694-2000.
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I Hate Hamlet
Stan Hywet Hall and Gardens
Thursday, August 7th - Sunday, August 17th
The Ohio Shakespeare Festival concludes its summer repertoire with Paul Rudnick's laugh-out-loud comedy, "I Hate Hamlet." An actor is haunted by the ghost of John Barrymore as he wrestles between two jobs - Hamlet in Central Park or a cushy TV gig--Aug. 7 - 17, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, 714 N Portage Path, Akron, (330) 836-5533. WKSU members buy 2 tix, get 1 free.
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Heinz Poll Summer Dance Series: GroundWorks
Heinz Poll Summer Dance Series
Friday, August 8th - Saturday, August 9th
David Shimotakahara and company take their show on the road to the Glendale Cemetery for the finale of the 2008 Heinz Poll Summer Dance Series. GroundWorks DanceTheater performs PROXIMAL by KT Niehoff and ANNIE REDUX by David Parker and SWEET and LIGHTS UP by Shimotakahara, with a special children's preshow at 7:45 p.m.--Aug. 8 & 9 at 8:45 p.m., Glendale Cemetery, 150 Glendale Ave, Akron, (216) 691-3180.
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Harold and Maude: An Intimate Musical
Cain Park
Thursday, July 31st - Sunday, August 17th
Based on the cult film classic, "Harold and Maude" tells the story of a trouble young man and the older - much, much older - woman who befriends him and teaches him to love life. Book and Lyrics by Tom Jones with music by Joseph Thalken--now through Aug. 17, Alma Theatre, Cain Park, Cleveland Heights, near Superior & Lee, (216) 371-3000. WKSU members show your member card at the Cain Park box office at time of purchase for a discount.
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For more information on arts and culture organizations in Northeast Ohio, visit the WKSU Artslink page. |
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