October 16, 2018 by Amy Bishop
“Dallas was founded by entrepreneurs and is built by entrepreneurs. But there’s a time when you need social entrepreneurship, a culture of service. And that’s one of the things that’s important with our company. We give where we live.” Those are the words of real estate powerhouses, philanthropists, and two of the nicest people you’ll… Read more »
September 24, 2018 by Amy Bishop
From iconic 19th Century Romantic composers to 20th/21st Century movie scores, the Richardson Symphony Orchestra’s 2018-2019 season covers all the bases. (That’s a pun you’ll better understand once you hear the interview.) Listen as WRR’s Amy Bishop chats with RSO’s Maestro Clay Couturiaux about the entire season, including a spectacular young violinist on opening night!… Read more »
September 24, 2018 by Amy Bishop
Now in its 35th anniversary season, the Dallas Children’s Theater presents the world premiere of a wildly original version of an iconic tale! WRR’s Barry Samsula speaks with DCT’s co-founder and Executive Artistic Director Robyn Flatt what makes TREASURE ISLAND: Reimagined a production not to be missed.
September 21, 2018 by Amy Bishop
The region’s only baroque opera company is back for its 2018-2019 season with familiar favorites by Purcell, Rameau and Scarlatti, plus a lesser-known gem by Vivaldi! WRR’s Amy Bishop chats with ABO’s Artistic Director Eric Smith about the season he’s titled “Myths and Legends.”
September 19, 2018 by Amy Bishop
CMSFW’s 31st season is titled, “In Their Prime.” So, what’s the story behind the name? WRR’s Amy Bishop chats with CMSFW’s Artistic Director Gary Levinson to find out. Listen to hear about all the exciting offerings that this season holds.
September 18, 2018 by Amy Bishop
WRR’s Barry Samsula visits with Dallas Black Dance Theatre’s Melissa Young about their exciting 2018-2019 season.
August 14, 2018 by Amy Bishop
The world’s most acclaimed musicians come to North Texas for eight performance dates as Chamber Music International readies for their 2018-2019 season. WRR’s Barry Samsula visits with CMI Founder and Artistic Director Phillip Lewis.
August 14, 2018 by Amy Bishop
Dolores Barzune is a member of the Board of Directors for The Friends of WRR, she is also one of the founders of the Dallas Symphony’s ‘Young Strings’ program. Today Dolores brings two special guests, Diana Zavala and Jada Parrish, both recent products of Young Strings to WRR to talk about how the program is… Read more »
July 16, 2018 by Amy Bishop
The 38th ‘Basically Beethoven’ Festival continues through the end of the month in Dallas. The Fine Arts Chamber Players annual summer series features established performers as well as up and coming North Texas talents each Sunday in July. Festival Executive Director Alex McDonald, Assistant Director Jeff Tullis and WRR’s Barry Samsula sat down for this… Read more »
July 11, 2018 by Amy Bishop
For the first time in its 73 year history, the Fort Worth Opera is premiering a work by a female composer. Amy Bishop chats with Rachel J. Peters about her opera, “Companionship,” which is set for the company’s 2019 opera festival.
June 25, 2018 by Amy Bishop
What if your favorite 1970’s TV sitcom stars took part in a production of Shakespeare? Head out to Samuell Grand Park this summer and see for yourself! WRR’s Amy Bishop talks with members of Dallas’ popular ‘Shakespeare in The Park’ company about the current summer season and plans for the future.
June 21, 2018 by Amy Bishop
More than financial support for artists and performers, more than a partner for arts groups in North Texas, TACA, The Arts Community Alliance, is a driving force behind a vibrant arts community. Maura Sheffler of TACA tells that story with the voices of some of the people who make TACA what it has become today… Read more »
June 19, 2018 by Amy Bishop
Lev Aronson’s life story reads like a movie script and has already inspired at least one book. As the Sixth Cello Festival bearing his name goes through final preparations at SMU, Lev’s stepdaughter, Joy Jamerson, tells WRR’s Amy Bishop about the man who was much more than one of Dallas’ treasured musicians. s
June 6, 2018 by Amy Bishop
Kawai Piano Gallery is hosting a special ‘Blue Piano Event’ Sunday, June 10th featuring Ethan Olaes, an amazing 17-year old musician who was diagnosed with autism when he was 2-years old. WRR’s Madison Johnston visits with Julie Hornok of the National Autism Association of North Texas.
June 6, 2018 by Amy Bishop
WRR’s Amy Bishop chats with Maestro Fabio Luisi, who has just been named as the Dallas Symphony Orchestra’s new Music Director.