Art in the 48

On this episode of Art in the 48 podcast we talk to composer Kira Zeeman Rugen about her collaboration with the Phoenix Chorale and get a sneak-peak of her latest musical work, Out of the Ash.

On this episode, we tell the story of native Phoenix Dreamer Tony Valdovinos and how his life inspired a Broadway musical: “¡Americano! The Musical." Stick around to meet writer and director Michael Barnard. 

In this episode, we explore Arizona through the lens of the film industry. Then we’ll introduce you to the Flagstaff Mountain Film Festival director Dr. John Tveten and tell you why you’ll want to make plans now to attend their next festival.

Discover the history of Phoenix’s Black Theatre Troupe and how it has evolved into a thriving arts organization.  We’ll have a chat with Executive Director David Hemphill about how the company portrays the African-American experience through the power of theatre.

Explore the origins of the Native American tradition of hoop dancing. What are the facts and what is legend? Stick around to meet Dennis Bowen Sr., long time emcee of the World Championship Hoop Dance Contest hosted annually by the Heard Museum.

Learn about the life of jazz pianist and singer Nina Simone and her role in the musical landscape of the Civil Rights movement. In this podcast, you will meet our special guest and the playwright of Nina Simone: Four Women, Christina Ham.

The Grand Canyon Music Festival - a 40 year tradition of music-making in one of America's most breathtaking spots. Join us as we discover the origins of this festival and meet its founders: Clare Hoffman and Robert Bonfiglio.