Arts Blast on the Air with Willi Miller

Arts Blast on the Air with Willi Miller

I began covering the arts on Florida's Treasure Coast almost 25 years ago after working in Miami with WTMI-FM. Before Miami, I spent 16 unforgettable years in the U.S. Virgin Islands, getting my feet wet in broadcasting at WVWI, as program director and host of a radio talk show, and learning how to live in the Caribbean - not easy but so worth the effort. When I made my way north to the Treasure Coast, I landed at WQCS, the regional NPR affiliate, producing Arts Spotlight and arts-related special programs for 15 years or so. I tried retirement, but that wasn't for me. Soon I was tapped to produce a weekly radio segment for the Cultural Council of Indian River County. My arts coverage spilled over from radio to print when I was asked to write an arts and entertainment column for TCPalm.com. At the end of 2018, I tried retirement again, and immediately realized there was no retiring from spreading the word about the wealth of arts, culture, and entertainment we have to offer. Over the years, I've met hundreds of interesting and talented people and discovered places to go and things to do that I just have to share. From Brevard County to North Palm Beach County and looking west, Willi Miller's Arts Blast will keep you moving, learning, and having fun. Subscribe to the free weekly eMagazine at willimiller.com or just check back here every week for the latest issue. On Facebook, it's Willi Miller's Arts Blast and Willi Miller's Arts Blast Extras. Come explore with me.

Episodes

October 21, 2026 • 25 mins
Oscar Sales, Marketing Director at Riverside theatre and friend of the show joins us to discuss the amazing "My Vaudeville Man," the story of a man who follows his dreams.  It's a show filled with tap dancing on the intimate Waxlax Stage, running now through November 22nd.  Riverside Theatre also offers classes and workshops for children and adults, in acting, ballet, tap, jazz, and contemporary dance.  Riverside The...
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Dee Rose and Bill Collins join us to discuss the Vero Beach Theatre Guild.  We discover how the Theatre Guild gets the rights to a particular show, how Dee and Bill each got into theatre, and how they arrived at the Theatre Guild.  We learn that open auditions are October 26, 27, and 28 for ages 10+.  We also discuss the amazing story of "Come From Away," a musical that tells the true story of what happened in Gander...
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Arts Blast on the Air - Dr. Marco Flores tells us about his next chapter in life. After 22 years at Christ By the Sea, he has opened the Marcos Flores Piano Studio on Miracle Mile in Vero Beach. The studio features 3,000 square feet of space dedicated to advancing the music education of anyone age 5 and up. Enroll in piano lessons, music theory and history classes, and chamber music classes; learn everything that's involv...
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The A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery is celebrating its 66th season and Executive Director Marshall Adams discuss Fort PIerce, the history of the museum and the Florida Highwaymen, and what is happening there now. Accessible free parking is available despite the construction going on until January. Watch for five special exhibitions this season, including the 45th Annual Juried Exhibition October 4-November 13. You cou...
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Music has always been in Tony Spadafora's heart. This week, he talked about how he started singing in Broadway shows and choruses while working full time. He was able to retire into music in 2005 and has been enjoying singing with the Indiatlantic Chamber Singers ever since. 

Beth Green, artistic director of Indiatlantic Chamber Singers, began her career in public education, becoming a voice teacher and joinin...
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Marty and Bev Paris take time from their busy schedule to talk to us about Music Works Concerts and Paris Productions.  They're putting on 16 live performances through April.  Concerts inlude Go Now (Featuring the music of the Moody Blues) November 19th, Jay and the Americans January 21st, and Jefferson Starship March 13th.  All concerts are at the Emerson Center in Vero Beach.  Tickets and details can be found ...
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We're joined by Mark Barnes of Port St Lucie Botanical Gardens.  We discuss Mark's musical career; he's released 15 albums, has won 40+ music awards and he's a member of the Indie Music Hall of Fame!  He's also been in charge of marketing for PSL Botanical Gardens, a volunteer-run non-profit center with a variety of gardens, since 2011.  Be sure to attend the Botanical Bazaar and Orchid Symposium, rain or shine, on S...
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President of the Vero Beach Theatre Guild, Dee Rose joins the show and she's excited for "Steel Magnolias" to play her 205-seat theatre from September 11-27.  It's going to be a popular one; 59 women auditioned for 6 roles!  We discuss how Dolly Parton's recent death affected the cast and crew.  And "Come From Away" which tells the true story of a small Canadian town that welcomed thousands of stranded airline passen...
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Vero Beach Museum of Art's Deputy Director Suzanne Seldes joins the show to tell us about the new season and the construction progress. The Museum will be open seven days a week beginning in September.  Every 2nd Saturday of the month is free admission.  The museum offers classes and workshops for all; veterans are free.  Discover more at VBMuseum.org

Indian River Symphonic Association Managing Director Teresa...
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Althea Wilson joins us and we talk about the recent history of the McAlpin Theatre at Indian River State College and the upcoming upgrades.  We discuss the theatre's relationship with the Port St Lucie Community Band and upcoming concerts and events, including "Laugh Out Local" comedy nights.  Tickets and details at irsc.edu/community/performing-arts/

Nancy Turrell joins us to talk about the Martin Arts Founda...
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Staci Rosbury joins the show to tell us about the Indian River Symphonic Association and it's 2027 season.  A series of five concerts kick off on January 25th with the Cleveland Orchestra.  The Orlando Philharmonic visits on February 15th.  All concerts are held at the Community Church of Vero Beach and details and tickets can be found online at IRSymphonic.org.  We also discuss how the IRSA partners with Forte ...
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Judy Burgarella and Camy De Mario join the show to talk about art, and more specifically, the Florida Art Chix Studio, now in it's 4th year.  We ask Judy how she inspires her art students.  We discuss "Hot Summer Art," featuring works by guest artists Justine Lomenzo, Iris Peterson, P. Hall, Jeff Hall, Michael Degnon, Ena Raquer, and Gallery Owners Camy De Mario and Judy Burgarella.  "Hot Summer Art" will be on view ...
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We're joined by Kelly Levenstein and Matthew Karram of the Treasure Coast Symphony.  Their 21st Annual Holiday Extravaganza Concert and Food Drive is December 13th at 3pm at the Kane Center in Stuart.  Tickets and details can be found online at treasurecoastsymphony.org or, better yet, download the free new Treasure Coast Symphony app on your phone's app store.

Adam Schnell joins us to discuss what's going on at Ba...
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Peg Girard has been involved with the Melbourne Civic Theatre since she was 15 years old.  Now, she's in charge of this intimate 93-seat theatre, and proud to present "Nine The Musical" starring 15 talented singing women, July 31st-September 6th.  That's followed by "Sherlock's Last Case," "Little Women," "Greater Tuna," and "All My Sons."  Melbourne Civic Theatre is at 817 East Strawbridge Avenue and online at mymct...
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Suzanne Seldes and Kelly Rogers join us to talk about the Vero Beach Museum of Art and their upcoming exhibit, "James Prosek: Art Work" opening July 11th, with a Meet-and-Greet from 10am-1pm that day.  The exhibit features an interactive art experience where the public is invited to help create a mural.  July 11th, and every 2nd Saturday of the month, is a free admission day for all ages!  We also receive an update o...
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We're joined by Michelle Nevaeh, president of the Vero Beach Art Club which is celebrating its 90th year!  We talk about the gallery stroll which takes place every first Friday of every month from 5-8pm.  VBAC is over 500 members strong, with an Adult Summer Camp coming soon.  Visit them at 1903 14th Avenue in Vero Beach or online at VeroBeachArtClub.org

Leslie McKenzie joins us to discuss her role at the Vero...
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Teresa Cannady joins us and we learn how her very interesting background in international law and helping developing countries establish the rule of law actually helps her in her new role in the arts, managing director of the Indian River Symphonic Association. The new season begins with a January concert featuring the Cleveland Orchestra. Tickets are on sale now at irsymphonic.org.   

We're also joined by Darryl B...
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Friend of the show Marcos Flores joins us. After 22 years as Director of Worship Arts at Christ By The Sea Church in Vero Beach, he's leaving to start his own piano studio. The Marcos Flores Piano Studio offers one-on-one piano lessons, group piano classes, chamber music classes, and educational performances. It's on Miracle Mile, at 701 21st Street, Suite 11, Vero Beach, and online at MarcosFloresPianoStudio.com
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Grace Phillips, the Development Manager of the Historical Society of Martin County joins us by phone.  This Historical Society operates the Elliott Museum and the Gilbert's Bar House of Refuge in Stuart.  Grace and Willi talk about a crazy night of trivia coming up called "What the Florida?" on wednesday, June 24th at 5:30. Hurry; tables of 8 are going fast! 

Exciting new exhibits are coming, including "3D Dou...
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Kevin Quillinan, Director of Education of Riverside Children's Theatre, along with Ellie Palm and Savanna "Vanna" Ray Brown join the show to tell us about an exciting, completely immersive performance of "Frozen" at Riverside Theatre.  The show is happening all around you and you're in the action.  There will be three different versions; The full Broadway production is June 18-20 & 24-27... "Frozen, Jr." (one hour lon...
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