The PIX Podcast
The Center for the Arts of Greater Lapeer presents the best of PIX Theatre and Gallery 194 featured artists, musicians and entertainers through interviews on The Pix Podcast: “The Center for All Things Art and Entertainment in Greater Lapeer.” Learn more about upcoming shows and events at: https://www.centerfortheartslapeer.org/
Episodes
In this episode of The PIX podcast, host Jill Lyons interviews The Hackwells, who will be performing at the PIX on April 22nd at 7:30 pm. The band consists of Larry Everhart on harmonica and lead and background vocals, John Dobat on songwriting, singing, guitar, and banjo, Brian McCarty on guitar and band choreography, and Jeff Schott on upright bass and vocals. The band started playing together in 2009, and Larry joined them in 20...
Jill and Ricky talk about comedy, music, theater, movies and more in this in depth discussion with comedian Ricky Glore. Ricky explains how he got into comedy, his early influences, comedy in real life and more.
Story Notes:
- Ricky Gore Story
- Starting Comedy
- Taking Improv Class
- Standup vs Film
- Your Standup Comedy
- Drybar Special
Learn more at: https://www.centerfortheartslapeer.org/
The PIX podcast, hosted by Jill Lyons, welcomed Clyde P Riddlesbrood as its guest this week. Jill talks to Clyde about The Game Show, coming to The PIX as part of the Center for the Arts benefit performance.
Clyde is a renowned storyteller, and he shared his journey of becoming an author and storyteller. He talked about how he was able to turn his passion for storytelling into a successful career. Clyde also discussed the impo...
Welcome to the PIX podcast! On today's episode, we are joined by the Keynote Sisters, Phoebe, and Jaclyn. We discussed the origins of their musical career, their unique driveway tour during the pandemic, and their upcoming album. They shared how they were able to turn around their moods with music and how they've been able to find their musical style. They also discussed their debut show at the PIX and how to purchase tic...
Welcome to the Pix Podcast! Today’s guest is Carl Cafagna of Metro Jazz Voices. The group will be performing at the Pix on February 25th at 7:30pm.
Carl talks about the difference between the Great American Songbook and scat singing, and how they are both considered jazz. He also talks about the different instruments he plays, the origin of Jazz, and how he knew he wanted to make music his life from a young age.
Carl and ...
On this episode of the PIX Podcast, we are joined by the members of Generation Arts – Addie, Trevor, and Noah – who are the playwrights and directors of the Night of the Bazaar :Three Stories of Mystery and Suspense. We learn that this is their first realized project as a group, and they discuss the process of writing their scripts and turning them over to actors for interpretation. They also discuss the process of creating their o...
In this episode Host, Jill Lyons talks with the 3 Redneck Tenors; Matthew Lord, Blake Davidson and Jonathan Frugé. The 3 Redneck Tenors are a new breed in the "tenor genre" – their musical comedy featuring classically trained veteran artists is like the Blue Collar Comedy Tour goes to Carnegie Hall - down home laughs with big city music! It has been said that if Larry the Cable Guy, Il Divo, and Mrs. Doubtfire had a baby,...
In this episode Host Jill Lyons talks with Comedian, Jeff Leeson. For over 23 years Jeff has been astonishing crowds across North America with his off the cuff, improvisational style that leaves crowds not only wanting more, but amazed at what they just witnessed. Combining traditional stand up comedy with long form improv Jeff creates a unique and personal experience for the audience each and every show. With over 50 Million Views...
This episode highlights the Half-magician, Half-comedian, Jonathon LaChance. Jonathon has made a career out of simultaneously blowing minds and splitting sides at theaters and festivals across the country. He made fool us history on Penn & Teller: Fool US on season 8 and he's also been seen on NBC the today show, ABC and more. Come watch him make some magic at the PIX.
Story Notes:
- Magician Jonathon LaChance Ba...
This episode highlights one of the members of the Simply Queen Band, Rick Rock. We'll get to know who Rick Rock is and the Simply Queen Band.
Simply Queen Band is a stunning tribute band that performs all the iconic songs that have made queen one of the most legendary rock bands of all time and faithfully recreates the grand scope of queen's live shows - musically and visually capturing the amazing live Queen experience th...
Jill talks with Pauline Southworth, President of the Lapeer Art Association, about her gallery show at Gallery 194. They also discuss Pauline's artistic abilities and her interest and love of art.
Story Notes:
- Doing Arts as a Child
- Pauline Southworth Career
- Being a Teacher and a Hairdresser
- Getting Sick led me Doing Arts Again
- Getting into Pottery
- Acrylic VS Watercolor Painting
- First Full Gallery Show
Learn more at: ...
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Host Jill talks with Michigan Chillers author Johnathan Rand about his upcoming benefit evening at The PIX, with proceeds going to help Lapeer County Animal Shelter. They also chat about growing up loving books, becoming a full time author and other adventures.
Story Notes:
- Jonathan Rand 3 Names
- Who are your Childhood Authors
- Working on Radio Station
- Doing Radio Commercials
- Michiga...
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Host Jill talks with Abigail Wentz, member of the Youth Theater. They talk about Abigail’s experience with the PIX Youth Theater. This is Abigail's first in person/on stage show. Abigail started participating with the youth theater program during the pandemic and was in many of the virtual radio show programs.
Story Notes:
- Getting to Know More about Abigail
- Being in the Virtual Theater
- Bei...
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Host Jill talks with Kayla, the newest member of the youth theater program. They highlight some of the great questions from three different amazing people.
Story Notes:
- Getting to Know More about Kayla
- Meeting New Friends at the Youth Theater
- Kayla Favorites
- Inside Actors Studio
Learn more at: https://www.centerfortheartslapeer.org/
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Jill talks with Coraline Madcap. A conversation with Coraline Madcap. This is Coraline's second year with the youth theater program, we get to know her a little bit better in this interview.
Story Notes:
- Getting to Know More about Coraline Madcap
- Being in the Youth Theater Program since 2021
- Monologue and Readers theater
- Coraline’s Favorites
- Being on a Play on Theater
- Narrators are going to be ...
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Jill talks with Kaleigh Polk. Kaleigh Polk is a newer member of The PIX Youth Theater program, Jill chats with Kaleigh to get to know her a bit better.
Story Notes:
- Mystery Murdered Virtual Play
- What is Actor Studio
- Kaleigh Favorites
- Working Part Time
- Participating the Youth Theater
Learn more at: https://www.centerfortheartslapeer.org/
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Jill talks with Kat Droz. This is the first of seven interviews with members of the PIX youth theater group. All of the participants are currently in rehearsals for the Seussification of a Midsummer Night's Dream.
Story Notes:
- Being in the Youth Theater Program
- Certification of a Midsummer Night's Dream
- Broadway Camp Open Jar Institutes
- Inside The Actor Studio
- Kat Droz Favorites
- Being in ...
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Jill talks with Director Pat Stiles about the upcoming show Anatomy of a Murder at the Historic Lapeer County Courthouse.
Story Notes:
- Being a Stage Manager to Director
- Performance in Court House VS Theater
- Anatomy of a Murder
- Lumberjack Bar
- Characters in the Play
Learn more at: https://www.centerfortheartslapeer.org/
In this episode of the PIX Podcast, Jill talks with Karen Thompson of Classical Bells, the unique nature of the group. They discuss a few of the surprises with the upcoming performance at The PIX, on April 30, 2022 at 7:30 pm.
Story Notes:
- Classical Bells at the PIX April 30 2022
- What to Expect
- Starting Bell Ringing
- How long is the Rehearsal
- Hand Bells are Expensive
- Performing Each Year
- Detroit Symphony Orchestra
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