Platte River Bard Podcast
Meet those who are shaping the Arts in the Platte River area and beyond!
Join us for real and honest conversations about the work of Creatives and their contribution to the Arts! Even if you are a theatre-goer, or an involved actor or staff of the performing arts, you will meet and learn from talented individuals in our area.
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Episodes
Friday Apr 22, 2022
Friday Apr 22, 2022
Last but definitely not least, Charles James Adams talks to the Platte River Bard. From the era that Sheri and Chris grew up in, it was always a joke that five people make an official party, but in this case, if you add Mr. Adams and his wonderful energy and sense of humor, that makes five, so we were an official party!
And speaking of party, Mr. Adams plays Simon Stimson, a character that is a little bit wild in Thornton Wilder's "Our Town". Mr. Adams is an Actor, Director, and Writer who has toured all over the world with theatre and television. His one-person show, Prattville, opened at the Wells Cultural Center in Lafayette, Indiana. On-screen, he has worked for Apple Tv Plus, AGBO, and The Asylum. He has worked for numerous regional theatre companies, notably for Crossroads Repertory Theatre who he toured through Germany and Poland with in 2014. In 2017 he toured Croatia for the production of Cyrano Debergerac.
It was such a pleasure to meet Charles and he is a riot. So join us for some fun! We were a little out of control, but it was wonderful fun!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Charles James Adams Backstage Bio: https://www.backstage.com/u/charles-adams/
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Friday Apr 22, 2022
Friday Apr 22, 2022
Shawn Whitsell is yet another impressive and multi-talented individual in the cast of "Our Town" at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre where he plays the role of Mr. Webb. We talk with him about his performance company, Destiny Theatre Experience, as well as some of his other acting experience. He delivers a caring performance as Emily's father in Our Town, and we are fortunate to have been able to meet him and hear his inspiring love of acting!
Get your tickets for the last weekend of Our Town at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre (nebraskarep.com)!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Destiny Theatre Experience
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/destinytheatreexperience/
Twitter: http://twitter.com/TeamDTE
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Thursday Apr 21, 2022
Thursday Apr 21, 2022
Christopher Austin, who plays the "Stage Manager" in Nebraska Repertory's production of Our Town was so much fun to interview! He has film, theatrical and voiceover credits, and is the current Casting Director at the Contemporary American Theatre Company in Columbus, Ohio. We can tell you that he breathes a new life into the role of the Stage Manager, which is a huge role in this production, and it's refreshing to watch him turn this character into someone who is relatable and contemporary After you listen to this interview, you will hear his creative and positive energy.
Don't miss this play as this is the LAST weekend at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre. We promise you it's worth It! Get your tickets at nebraskarep.org.
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Thursday Apr 21, 2022
Thursday Apr 21, 2022
We are always so delighted to talk with Ron Himes, even if it's just for a few minutes in his busy day. Mr. Himes, Founder and Producer of The Black Rep in St. Louis, was invited along with his cast and crew to perform “Sweat” at the 2022 Inge Festival (Kansas' Official State Playwright Festival in Independence, Kansas) by Lynn Nottage on Friday, April 22nd. Ms. Nottage is being honored at this Playwright Festival. You can either go in person this weekend, or you can watch it virtually (link below).
And the cast and crew in St. Louis is in rehearsal for August Wilson's play, Jitney, which opens May 11th, 2022. There will be more to come about this play, but we were able to chat just a little about it with Mr. Himes!
ST. LOUIS REPERTORY COMPANY CONTACT INFORMATION:
Website: https://www.theblackrep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlblackrep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlblackrep/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/stlblackrep
6662 Olive Blvd, University City, MO.
314.534.3810
2022 Inge Festival in Independence, Kansas
William Inge Center for the Arts
Website: https://ingecenter.org/
Get your Virtual or in-person Tickets online here: https://ingecenter.org/civicrm/event/register/?id=4&reset=1
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Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
Wednesday Apr 20, 2022
Ms. Thomas is a striking individual, and she lights up the stage with her smile and energy! Joni Thomas is also a UNL Theatre Alumni Graduate and is used to working behind the scenes in local Lincoln theatres including the Nebraska Repertory Theatre and the Lincoln Community Playhouse. But this time she is in front of the audience, and Our Town is her stage debut as the gossipy Mrs. Soames.
Don't miss this great show!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
This is the third interview with the cast and crew of Nebraska Repertory Theatre's produciton of Our Town. We talked with Composer, Craig Woerz, and Music Supervisor and Arranger, Charlie Alterman about how they recreated and arranged the brand new score for Thornton Wilder's Our Town.
Craig is a Composer, Musician and the Managing Partner of Media Storm, and was named a “Media Maven” by AdAge (Inc. 500) for creating one of the most successful media agencies. Charlie is a Broadway Musical Director and his Broadway production of Pippin won a Tony for Best Musical. Together, these two very humble and talented individuals have come to Nebraska to work on a brand new score for Our Town.
You'll have to listen and meet these experienced artists, and I'm sure you'll want to get your tickets at nebraskarep.org!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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More information on Craig Woerz: https://www.merkleinc.com/people/craig-woerz
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More information about Charlie Alterman: https://www.playbill.com/person/charlie-alterman-vault-0000005178
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Sunday Apr 17, 2022
Sunday Apr 17, 2022
Shawn K. Jain, theatrical, tv and film Actor, is an inspiration to all Creatives young and old! Today in our podcast, he shares his story about Acting full-time. Mr. Jain is currently in the production "Our Town" at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre, and he plays Dr. Gibbs in this newly reimagined and inclusive version of Thornton Wilder's play. In addition, the play contains a newly revised score which adds life to this heartwarming story (more on that soon!).
This is the next in a series of several podcasts that we are releasing of some of the cast and crew of "Our Town."
Mr. Jain has traveled from New York to be part of this production, and he has performed in theatres all across the country. He has also studied abroad. He has many television and film credits to his name, with one of his recurrent roles from the Amazon Series, "Thespians." You may have even seen him in such Film/TV credits as "WeCrashed" from Apple TV+, "Blue Bloods" from CBS, "Billions" from Showtime, "Girls5Eva" from Peacock, "Gossip Girl" from HBO Max, and "A Ring for Christmas" from UPtv.
And - if you haven't listened to the podcast we just posted with the Director of "Our Town", Arthur Feinsod, we would recommend checking it out and learning more about the production as well as Dr. Feinsod.
Get your tickets today to this wonderfully redone classic! You can purchase tickets at nebraskarep.org!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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For more information on Mr. Jain's work:
Website: https://linktr.ee/shawnkjain
IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10690438/
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Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
What a special treat it was to sit down with Dr. Arthur Feinsod, Guest Director of Our Town at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre that opens April 13th! Dr. Feinsod has served as Artistic Director for Crossroads Repertory Theatre in Terre Haute, Indiana. He also co-founded and served as Artistic Director for Theatre 7 where he staged plays that included Death of a Salesman in the historic Indiana Theatre.
As a Playwright he has written Malcolm’s Call, Table 17, Between the Dams and Coming to See Aunt Sophie. He taught theatre at Trinity College in Hartford, and he served as Resident Dramaturg with the Hartford Stage Company for Mark Lamos and Bartlett Sher. Between 2001 and 2021, he was Professor of Theater at the Honors College at Indiana State University (ISU), where he received the Caleb Mills Award for Excellence in Teaching, and the Theodore Dreiser Award for Research and Creativity.
His immense talent and experience has brought us to the re-imagination and inclusion of the story of Our Town. And due to his great working relationship with composer, Craig Woerz, we will see this play with Cragi's newly redeveloped score! We are so privileged to speak with him about this production you won't want to miss that opens April 13th and runs until April 24th. Learn about the amazing history and work to bring this play to our great State, and get your tickets today!
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Monday Apr 04, 2022
Monday Apr 04, 2022
Musing, A Storytelling Series: LIfe and Death, Stories about Starts and Stops, Beginning and Endings, Renewal, and Letting go at Bluebarn Theatre is already SOLD OUT! But that's okay because there will be a Virtual Offering coming shortly. And on top of that, we had such a fun talk with Seth Fox, Story Curator for this Series, you must listen and find out more!
This production's Storytellers are: Angela Fernandez, Brenna McCune, Jeff Koterba, Maureen Mangan, Ralph Kellogg, and Tom Becka
Each Storytelling event has several storytellers taking the stage to deliver a 6 to 12 minute story. The next Musing is called: HOME: Stories About Where We Come From, Where We End Up and Where We Fit In. will be Wednesday, June 15th at 7:30PM.
All events are Free but require an RSVP.
Stay tuned for virtual details - we will share their information on Social Media!
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MUSING: A STORYTELLING SERIES CONTACT INFO:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/musingomaha/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MUSINGOmaha
Website: http://bluebarn.org/musing/
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KO_LxAt6KcI
BLUEBARN THEATRE | 1106 S 10th Street, Omaha, NE
http://bluebarn.org/
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Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
The upcoming production of God on Trial by the Brigit St. Brigit Theatre Company will be an illuminating and fascinating look at a supposed legendary event during World War II of Holocaust prisoners at Auschwitz who decide to put God on trial for breaking his Covenant with the Jewish people. Director and Actor, Murphy Wulfgar (formerly known as Scott Kurz) talks about this moving and powerful play. There is a lot to unpack in this play, and this discussion with Murphy adds so many elements to enhancing our understanding of this production. Murphy is a fascinating and well-spoken seasoned Actor, Writer, and Director who has been involved in numerous productions, and has movie and TV film credits to his name. We are fortunate to discuss this powerful story. It is simply a podcast - and a production - you won't want to miss!
BRIGIT ST. BRIGIT THEATRE COMPANY CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://www.bsbtheatre.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BSBTheatre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bsbtheatre/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/bsbtheatre
Location: First Central Congregational Church, 421 South 36th Street.
For Tickets: https://www.bsbtheatre.com/god-on-trial
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Friday Mar 25, 2022
Friday Mar 25, 2022
It's our 100th Episode! And we are celebrating by talking with Ron Himes, founder and Producing Director of the St. Louis Black Repertory Company, who graces us with a devised piece, Traveling Shoes, at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre. There are only two performances of this important piece of work which includes poems, prose, dance, and songs to convey the need to have difficult conversations and realizations about contemporary social issues.
Ron also talks with us about his current productions at the St. Louis Black Repertory Company in St. Louis, Missouri, in which the rest of the current season also invokes provocative discussions - and yet, there's still more to hear in our discussion. So listen in to the podcast, come to one (or both) of the performances this weekend March 26th and 27th at the Nebraska Repertory Theatre, and then plan your next trip to St. Louis to see Ron's other illuminating productions!
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NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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ST. LOUIS BLACK REPERTORY COMPANY CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://theblackrep.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stlblackrep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/explore/locations/305030412/the-st-louis-black-repertory-company/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/stlblackrep
6662 Olive Boulevard, University City, MO
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Friday Mar 25, 2022
Friday Mar 25, 2022
Meet the talented Hal France, UNO Theatre's Music Director to talk about the upcoming Auditions for this summer's High School Musical Theatre! Auditions are March 26th and April 2nd. This is a new opportunity for area theatre students to work with UNO's talented Directors! Don't miss this great opportunity to be in the musical, Fame!
We also talk with Hal about his vast experience in the arts. From Kaneko Art Gallery, to Opera, to Julliard and more! Omaha has a wonderful resource for the Arts! We can't wait to see how the UNO Theater's Summer Musical Theatre Academy changes the lives of high school students this summer!
UNO THEATRE AUDITIONS CONTACT INFORMATION:
Website: https://www.unomaha.edu/college-of-communication-fine-arts-and-media/news/2022/03/summer-musical-theatre-academy.php
Website to register: https://square-universe-d01.notion.site/UNO-2005c62416fb4416a2b0ab223038d59c
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/unotheatre
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unotheatre/
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Saturday Mar 19, 2022
Saturday Mar 19, 2022
It's always a treat to meet new talented people, and we were certainly not disappointed in the least when meeting Jill Anderson. Jill is Guest Directing "King Lear" which will be opening at Bluebarn. Jill discusses what will be a fantastic Shakespeare experience, with a large cast packed with local talent, complete with period costumes and an intimate set. We were so fortunate to also not only discuss the works of Shakespeare with Jill, but also to talk about her music and theatre experiences. Jill has her BFA from UNO, and has produced several Celtic music albums including "Cool of the Day" which features 12 Irish and Scottish Songs; "Seven Songs" and "Celtic Cabaret Live." We were even blessed to hear some of her voice in-person, so don't miss this podcast or this production!
Jill's theatrical experience and love for Shakespeare makes her the perfect Director for this play, and we can't wait to see it. It opens March 24th and runs through April 16th. Tickets can be purchased at bluebarn.org.
BLUEBARN CONTACT INFO:
Website: http://bluebarn.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bluebarn
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluebarntheatre_omaha/
Twitter: https://www.instagram.com/bluebarntheatre_omaha/
Bluebarn Theatre: 1106 S. 10th St. (10th and Pacific) Omaha, NE
PH: 402-345-1576
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Saturday Mar 05, 2022
Saturday Mar 05, 2022
It's a British farcical party on the podcast! We had all full guest list, the most we have ever had so far on the podcast! This close-knit cast is making their mark in Glenwood, Iowa by portraying the hilarious cast of the smash hit of the London and Broadway stages, Blithe Spirit, written by Noel Coward. It is now being performed by Mills Masquers at the Barton-Rowe Theater and opens March 12th.
Joining us today are:
Kari Drake, Director
Rita Miller McKinney, the crazy psychic medium Madame Acardti
Debra Wake, who plays Elvira Condomine
Don Vinkenberg, the widower and eligible Charles Condomine
Ken Whitacre, the voice of reason, Dr. George Bradman
Tasha Marie Helms, plays Ruth Condomine, who is a Sesquipedalian
Show Dates: March 12, 13, 18, 19, 20
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30PM and Sundays at 2PM
MILLS MASQUES CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://millsmasquers.com/https://millsmasquers.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/54189039275
Instagram:
The Barton-Rowe Theater
56543 221st Street, Glenwood, Iowa 51534, United States
(712) 527-3600
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Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Sunday Feb 27, 2022
Join us for a delightful conversation with Todd Uhrmacher, Director and Costume Designer, of Grease! Nebraska is fortunate to have such a talented Director "behind the wheel" (pun intended) of this production at Bellevue Little Theatre. Todd is so much fun to talk with, and we are honored he took the time to meet with us. Your chills will multiply when you hear the amazing voices of 25 cast members of this hit musical return to the stage. It will be electrifying, so don't miss it!
Grease opens March 11th and runs Friday, Saturday, and Sundays until March 27th at the Bellevue Little Theatre.
BELLEVUE LITTLE THEATRE CONTACT INFO:
Website: http://bellevuelittletheatre.weebly.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bellevuelittletheatre/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bellevuelittletheatre/
203 Mission Avenue, Bellevue, Nebraska
402.291.1554
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Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
Wednesday Feb 23, 2022
We speak to Steven Williams, Professor at UNO and Head of Design and Production at UNO, Jocelyn Reed and Aaron Butler, both Co-Producers of the Crossing the Street Festival at UNO and also UNO Fine Arts students. Jocelyn and Aaron produced and directed a festival of plays, poetry and prose which celebrates BIPOC voices and addresses the need for difficult conversations about race, gender, and age - and our human connectedness. The title of the festival has some special origins as well that you'll find out about. So join us to enjoy our conversation with these three talented individuals, and learn about this valuable festival made for all of us to experience together.
"In America we 'Cross the Street' to avoid difficult dialogues, but we also cross the street to engage them. What adventure could be bigger than sharing what we experience, or examining what we don't know? A unique student-directed performance project, Crossing the Street is a festival of short plays, poetry, and spoken word, to provide opportunities to performers across a range of ethnicities, ages, and the gender spectrum."
The Festival performances are March 4, 5, 10, 11, 12 at 7:30PM and Sundays, March 6th and 13th at 2PM at the Weber Fine Arts Theatre. There will be a Preview Performance on March 2nd at 7:30PM. Tickets are available online here: https://www.tix.com/ticket-sales/unotheatre/6817
CONTACT INFO FOR UNO THEATRE:Website: UNO Theatre Website
Facebook: UNOTheatre on Facebook
Instagram: UNO Theatre on Instagram
Twitter: UNO Theatre on Twitter
6505 University Dr S, Omaha, NE 68182
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Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
We are always so honored and await in eager anticipation of being able to speak with Andy Park, Artistic Director of the Nebraska Repertory Theatre. Andy has written and directed the Nebraska Repertory's upcoming production, The Way to the Way. This will be a fantastic performance full of rich cultural history, a powerful message of connectedness and humanity, paired with a stage full of puppets in every form as only Andy's imagination can deliver an experience of exporting ourselves into a spectacular world. Andy and Scenic Designer, Jill Hibbard have been working hard on this production and what will happen will be magical! Hear about it on our podcast with Andy!
The Way to the Way opens February 23rd and runs until March 3rd. Wednesday through Saturday shows are at 7:30PM and Sunday shows are at 2PM at the Howell Theatre in downtown Lincoln.
NEBRASKA REPERTORY THEATRE CONTACT INFORMATION:
Get your tickets now at https://nebraskarep.org/season_specific.php?show=5
Website: https://nebraskarep.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskarep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nebraskarep/
Box Office phone number 402-472-2567.
301 N 12th St, Lincoln, NE 68508
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Sunday Feb 13, 2022
Sunday Feb 13, 2022
Now You Are Dead: A Pick Your Own Play Adventure opens February 17th and runs just one weekend through Sunday, February 20th, The Florentine Players at the The Florence Community Theater brings You, the Audience, the power to choose the structure of the play! Find out all about it here on our podcast as we talk with Writer, Director, Eric Green and Actor, Nate Hunzeker!
Written by Bill Grennan, Greg Harries, Shannon Jackson, and Andrew Yolland.
Adapted by Eric Green, Derek Kowal, and Tracey Mauk.
Cast includes: Ben Webb, Sara Scheidies, Jim Watson and Nate Hunzeker.
Parental guidance suggested.
FLORENCE COMMUNITY THEATER CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://www.florentineplayers.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FlorentinePlayers
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/florencecommunitytheater/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/FlorenceTheater
The Florence Theater, 2864 State Street, Florence, Omaha, NE
#florencetheater #florentineplayer
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Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Saturday Feb 05, 2022
Find out What's Happening in the Arts in Eastern Nebraska in February 2022!
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Saturday Jan 15, 2022
Saturday Jan 15, 2022
We are so excited to bring to you our conversation with Petra Wahlqvist, Executive Director of Nebraskans for the Arts! We are so lucky to have such a wonderful resource for supporting Creatives in our State! Petra has such a fun background to talk about, which has prepared her well for her new role at NFTA. Petra is the co-founder of Blitx, a non-profit, arts innovation and education and engagement community building in Lincoln, NE. Petra has studied and performed all around the world and is such a pleasure to talk with!
So tune in and learn more about what NFTA does for us and how you can join forces! And also, don't miss the event being held by Be An Arts Hero on January 19th. Learn all about it here!
*Upcoming Events:*
Be An Arts Hero is holding The Hearing on the Power, Peril and Promise of the Creative Economy on January 19th. You can add your voice to the testimony by emailing it to petra@nebraskansforthearts.org.
Arts Advocacy Day will be virtual again this year on February 16th and begins at 8AM and ends at 12PM. Registration is open now on their website nebraskansforthearts.org.
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NEBRASKANS FOR THE ARTS CONTACT INFO:
Website: https://www.nebraskansforthearts.org/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nebraskansforthearts/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neb4thearts/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Neb4TheArts
Address: PO Box 8517, Omaha, NE 68018
PH: 402.817.8176
info@nebraskansforthearts.org
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