WFIU Arts: Limelight Podcast

Artists In The Making: Bre’Anna Robinson’s Audio Diary

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:48:04 +0000

"I’ve made time to listen to NPR every morning, hoping to hear his voice on the radio, so I can go over to the canvas still in the corner of my room and begin to paint."

Break Away Books: The Literary Memory Of The Midwest

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 13:00:06 +0000

"Writers are tenders of the necropolis—people who take care of the city of the dead."

Mavis Staples To Headline Lotus Festival 2011

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 23:00:35 +0000

Staples is a legendary performer who's received Grammy nominations in blues, gospel, folk and pop alike.

‘Women Inspire’ A Festival Of Art, Business And Community

Rachel Lyon — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 18:51:44 +0000

A six-year-old nonprofit dedicated to connecting and empowering women sponsors a lively annual festival.

The Bloomington Peace Choir: Life After ‘A Magical Year’

Rachel Lyon — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:00:21 +0000

To "help foster peace and joy in the community and the world at large" is "just a really great thing."

Summer Festival Of The Arts: 113 Days Of Art

Rachel Lyon — Wed, 18 May 2011 15:03:38 +0000

The 113-days-long Summer Festival of the Arts includes events in music, theater, film and visual art, and is hosted by seven different venues in Bloomington.

Volta Glassblowing Studio And Gallery Opens To The Public

Rachel Lyon — Thu, 12 May 2011 12:00:17 +0000

The experience of watching the artisans at work and then developing a piece of one's own is as unique as the art that's sure to result from it.

First Annual Creative Aging Festival Celebrates Seniors’ Art

Rachel Lyon — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:40:46 +0000

"Just having the courage to put yourself out there is a pretty amazing thing. So I personally am excited about that."

In The Limelight For April 28, 2011: National Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 20:16:26 +0000

A look at what's in the headlines this week in national arts news.

In The Limelight For April 26, 2011: Local Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:43:43 +0000

A look at what's in the headlines this week in local arts news.

In The Limelight For April 21, 2011: National Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:00:06 +0000

A look at what's in the limelight this week in national arts news.

In The Limelight For April 19, 2011: Local Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:35:13 +0000

A look at what's going on this week in local arts news.

In The Limelight For April 12, 2011: Local Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:40:25 +0000

A look at what’s in the limelight for the week of April 11, 2011 in local arts news.

In The Limelight For April 5, 2011: Local Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:38:42 +0000

A look at what's in the headlines this week in local arts news.

In The Limelight March 31, 2011: National Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 20:29:27 +0000

A look at what's in the limelight this week in national arts news.

In The Limelight For March 29, 2011: Local Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:16:33 +0000

A look at what's in the limelight this week in local arts news.

In The Limelight For March 24, 2011: National Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 19:20:45 +0000

A look at what's going on this week in national arts news.

In The Limelight For February 22, 2011: Local Arts News

Rachel Lyon — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 22:07:53 +0000

A look at what's in the limelight for the week of February 21 in local arts news.

In The Limelight For The Week Of Feb. 7, 2011

Rachel Lyon — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 22:03:18 +0000

A look at what's going on this week in local arts news.

MOSAIC Film Festival Aims To Educate And Entertain

Josephine McRobbie — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 17:56:14 +0000

The 3rd annual MOSAIC Film Festival addresses issues of poverty, homelessness, and disability through a variety of short films for adults and children.

Jookabox Releases New Album, Inspires Art Show

Josephine McRobbie — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 13:46:23 +0000

Indianapolis-based musician David Adamson was inspired by urban plight, zombies, and the battle between good and evil while writing his latest record.

Joining Forces At The Collaboration Room

Josephine McRobbie — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:31:53 +0000

Community members join forces to create art in an open and welcoming environment at the Collaboration Room.

The B-town Comedy Festival

Erica Hunter — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 14:37:43 +0000

Similar to the popular show, "Last Comic Standing," comedians go head to head and are eliminated each week.

A World of Puzzles

David Wood — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:38:30 +0000

Indiana University's Lily Library displays a selection of mechanical puzzles ranging from antique Chinese puzzles to the Rubik's Cube. Curator, Jillian Hinchliffe, explains what makes this exhibit unique.

Picturing Indiana Limestone

David Wood — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:54:49 +0000

The Indiana University Art Museum celebrates Limestone Month with four rare watercolor paintings by noted Hoosier artist, Otto Stark.

A Festival Of Plays

Erica Hunter — Mon, 25 May 2009 13:00:12 +0000

The Bloomington Playwrights Project hosts its first festival featuring eleven different plays ranging from traditional comedies and dramas to absurdist humor.

Dancing For A Cause

Erica Hunter — Fri, 22 May 2009 16:55:11 +0000

The Aurthur Murray Dance Studio hosts its 3rd Annual “Dancing with the Celebrities” featuring six local Bloomington celebrities showing off their dance moves.

Boxcar Books Shows Off Staff Art

Erica Hunter — Mon, 11 May 2009 18:23:29 +0000

Boxcar Books, a non-profit, volunteer run organization which provides another venue for local artists to showcase their work, is turning the tables and showing off staff artwork, Friday May 8th.

Indiana University Printmakers’ “False Impressions”

Erica Hunter — Fri, 01 May 2009 16:45:17 +0000

Four graduate students from Indiana University’s Hope School of Fine Arts show off their artistic expression with “False Impressions,”a two-day exhibit, beginning May 1st, that examines printmaking through the context of installation. Assistant Professor of Fine Arts, Althea Murphy-Price explains how the students used the space to help create the art.

Photographs by Hiroshi Sugimoto

Erica Hunter — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 13:00:06 +0000

Indiana University's Art Museum features fifteen black-and-white photos by world renowned photographer Hiroshi Sugimoto in the exhibit, "Transcendent." Curator, Nan Brewer describes Sugimoto's artistic style.

The Paintings of Patrick Donley

Erica Hunter — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:42:30 +0000

The Wandering Turtle Art Gallery features acrylic artwork from Kentucky artist and musician Patrick Donley.

African American Dance Company Showcases Dance Styles Of The African Diaspora

Erica Hunter — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 13:00:43 +0000

Indiana University's African American Dance Company hosts its 35th annual spring concert. Using dance to create different moods while relating the human condition in the African Diaspora, the dancers mix jazz, modern, and ballet in the performance. Iris Rosa, professor and director of the dance company explains to WFIU's Erica Hunter why they integrated a political theme into the show.

Indiana Univeristy Ballet’s “Variations on a Russian Theme”

Erica Hunter — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:25:56 +0000

Indiana University's Ballet Theater closes its season with "Variations on a Russian Theme," a performance which includes a modern version of the classical ballet, "Swan Lake." Michael Vernon, IU's ballet department chair explains why audience members will love this performance

The Future of Jazz in Bloomington

Erica Hunter — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 14:25:07 +0000

Take a glimpse into the future of jazz in Bloomington on Friday March 27th at the 5th annual musical showcase of young jazz performers. Monika Herzig co-founder of Jazz from Bloomington describes the style of music people will hear by these young performers

Kinsey Gallery Displays Art from the East

Erica Hunter — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 13:00:36 +0000

The Kinsey Institute showcases Asian art in its exhibit Eros in Asia: Erotic art from Iran to Japan. Curator Catherine Johnson-Roehr explains what makes this exhibition special.

Lotus Foundation Hosts Lakota Hoop Dancer

Erica Hunter — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:04:25 +0000

Lakota hoop dancer, flutist and storyteller, Kevin Locke, will give an interactive performance on Thursday March 12th. LuAnne Holladay, assistant director of the Lotus Education and Arts Foundation describes what particpants can expect.

John Schoolman’s Colorful Canes: Politics, Patriotism and Paint

Erica Hunter — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:00:46 +0000

Continuing the Indiana University Artsweek celebration, the "Colorful Canes of John Schoolman," exhibit adds a unique perspective on politics through a collection of hand crafted walking canes by 100 year old John Schoolman. Jon Kay, director of Traditional Arts Indiana, explains the importance of this unique walking stick exihibit

An Evening With Maya Angelou

Erica Hunter — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:45:22 +0000

Indiana University continues its Artsweek celebration with a special oration from legendary author and poet, Maya Angelou. Coordinator of Artsweek Sherry Knighton-Schwandt notes the contribution Angelou has made to the arts.

The Soulful Sounds of South Africa

Erica Hunter — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 13:00:51 +0000

Grammy award winning group Ladysmith Black Mambazo makes its first appearance at Indiana University on Monday March 2nd. The a capella ensemble uses South African rhythms and gospel music to create a unique and soulful sound. Director of the IU Auditorium, Doug Booher told Erica Hunter why this group is unique...

Cool Sculptures

Erica Hunter — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 12:30:23 +0000

series on March 1st with a special exploration of ice including demonstrations of ice sculpting and a chance for participants to make ice candles. Andrea Oeding, Assistant Gallery Operations Manager explains what makes this event worthwhile.

SPEA Exhibit: Black History in Photos

Erica Hunter — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:31:23 +0000

The Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs commemorates black history with a month long exhibit of photos featuring African Americans making a difference in their field, career. Liz Peck, the assistant director of student services describes what makes this exhibit unique.

Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra: A Musical Escapade

Erica Hunter — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:00:25 +0000

As part of the Artsweek celebration, The Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra will make their first Bloomington appearance with a musical tour of Europe. Martie Perry of the IBO explains what listeners can expect to hear during the performance.

Ashley Gilbertson: The Iraq War in Photos

Erica Hunter — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:00:02 +0000

The Indiana University School of Fine Arts helps kick off Arts Week with Whiskey Tango Foxtrot, an exhibit of photos by photojournalist Ashley Gilbertson. The exhibit depicts riveting images of America's early battles in Iraq. Megan Abajian from the SoFA Gallery explains the importance of this exhibit.

Lilly Library: Lincoln the Hoosier

Erica Hunter — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:07:19 +0000

February 12th marks the 200th anniversary of the birth of our 16th President, Abraham Lincoln. Museums across the nation are marking the occasion with elaborate exhibitions, many of which stake their own claim on Lincoln's development. Rebecca Cape from the Lilly Library, noted the unique role Indiana played in Lincoln's life.