NPR’s Scott Detrow spoke with Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen when she visited NPR for her Tiny Desk concert.
Singer Lise Davidsen on her Tiny Desk experience
April 28, 2024 by
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WRR101 Focus on the Arts: How charities benefit from this North Texas art festival
April 26, 2024 by Amy Bishop
Springtime in DFW brings countless art fairs and festivals, but Southlake’s Art in the Square may be the only one that gives its proceeds back to charities. WRR’s Amy Bishop recently visited with Kathy Talley, the chair of this year’s festival, to learn what new attractions they’ll be offering – and what sets them apart… Read more »
Moments of Enlightenment with Broadway’s Brian Stokes Mitchell
April 25, 2024 by
The acclaimed singer and actor explains how the arts have that rare ability to change minds, give hope and connect people.
WRR101 Focus on the Arts: The arts in Dallas are more accessible than ever for Dallas Arts Month
April 25, 2024 by Amy Bishop
“There’s a lot of data that backs the way arts and culture have a positive impact on folks’ health and wellness,” says Martine Philippe, Director of the City of Dallas’ Office of Arts and Culture. April is Dallas Arts Month, founded to champion the arts and cultural sector of the city. This year, they’ve created… Read more »
7 movies you’ll want to see at this year’s Dallas International Film Festival
April 24, 2024 by Therese Powell
Themes of heartbreak, history and the unbreakable human spirit are showcased at this year’s festival.
WRR101 Focus on the Arts: Gabriela Montero returns to Fort Worth with The Cliburn
April 24, 2024 by Amy Bishop
The Cliburn welcomes internationally acclaimed pianist/composer Gabriela Montero for two concerts in Fort Worth – April 25th at the Kimbell Art Museum and April 26th at Tulips FTW. In this podcast, WRR’s Emilio Alvarez chats with Montero about the program, as well as her upcoming involvement in the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, which… Read more »
Conductor Andrew Davis, who headed orchestras on 3 continents, dies at 80
April 21, 2024 by
Davis led the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Britain’s Glyndebourne Festival, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and the Lyric Opera in Chicago.
Dallas playwright Jonathan Norton named interim artistic director of the Dallas Theater Center
April 19, 2024 by Jerome Weeks
The Dallas native has had three of his plays premiere at the DTC and has been the company’s literary manager.
Tiny Desk Premiere: Lise Davidsen
April 19, 2024 by
The Norwegian soprano, with plenty of horsepower, unleashes a high C, and much subtle singing in a thrilling set.
This Sunday, North Texas performer Cedric Neal could win London’s version of the Tony Award
April 12, 2024 by Jerome Weeks
After ten years in England, the former Dallas Theater Center actor was nominated for an Olivier Award for his performance in “Guys and Dolls”
