Conducting Conversations

08 - 31-14 RI International Film Festival - Conducting Conversations

This week The RI International Film Festival is the subject of the program, with George T. Marshall, Executive Director.   We talk about the development of classical music behind animated movies, from Sleeping Beauty, Mary Poppins, Lion King, and more.   For more information call 401.861.4445 or go to www.film-festival.org

08 -24 -14 Marley Bridges Theatre Company - Conducting Conversations

Marley Bridges Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Patrick Grimes, Artistic Director. We talk about the upcoming presentation of the Newport Murder Mystery Series Concerts, at the Music Mansion, and  listen to music that will be presented. For more information call (401) 324-9436, or go to www.marleybridges.org  or www.newportmurdermystery.com

08 -17 -14 Theatre by the Sea 'Spamalot - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of “Spamalot”, is the subject of this week's program, with  Kevin Hill, Artistic Director, and Billy Sprague, director.  We talk about the upcoming show, and listen to some of the songs from  “Spamalot”.  The show runs August 20 through September 7.  For more information call (401) 782-8587, or go to www.theatrebythesea.com 

08 -10 -14 Singer, Songwriter Aoefe Clancy - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature Aoife Clancy, Grammy nominated singer, composer, arranger, and guitarist. We'll  listen to some examples of her music, and discuss the many concerts she has performed on around the world   For more information go to  www.aoifeclancy.com

08-03-14 Andrea Gregori, Soprano, Actress & Dancer - Conducting Conversations

This week we feature Andrea Gregori, Soprano, actress and dancer, of TheTheatre Street Production Company. We'll talk about her concerts at the Newport Music Festival, and listen to CDs that she has recorded. For more information go to www.andreagregori.com

07-27-14 Ocean State Theatre- Erin McCraken Show - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director.  Erin McCracken, star of “Always...Patsy Cline”, which played at the theater in June, will be returning on August 9th, in a one woman show.  We talk about the upcoming concert, and listen to some of the songs from Erin's CD. Show time will be 7:30, at the theater on Jefferson Blvd. Warwick For more information call (401) 921-6800, or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org 

07-20 -14 Theatre by the Sea's Mary Poppins - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of “Mary Poppins”, is the subject of this week's program, with Kevin Hill, Artistic Director, Kerry Conte, as Mary Poppins, and Brad Bradley as Bert. We talk about the upcoming show, and listen to some of the very popular songs from  “Mary Poppins”.  For more information call (401) 782-8587, or go to www.theatrebythesea.com  

07-13 -14 Opera Providence- La Traviata - Conducting Conversations

This week Opera Providence is the subject of the program, with Rene de la Garza, Artistic Director, and Dr. Robert DeRobbio, President. We talk about the upcoming performance of La Traviata and listen to some selections that will be performed on Friday July 18th, 7:00 PM, and Sunday July 20th, 3:00 PM, at the Columbus Theatre, in Providence. For more information call, 401-331-6060, or go to www.operaprovidence.org 

07-06-14 Ocean State Theatre-Guys And Dolls - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director, and Frank O'Donnell, famous stand up comic and actor in “Guys and Dolls”.  We  talk about the upcoming musical, and listen to some of the songs from the hit show. It opens July 9th, at the new theater on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921-6800, or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org 

06-29-14 The Kingston Chamber Music Festival - Conducting Conversations

The Kingston Chamber Music Festival is the subject of this week's program, with Brian Mitchell, Managing Director.  We talk about the upcoming Festival, and listen to some of the amazing music from last year's concerts. The Festival runs from July 23 to August 3, at the University of Rhode Island Fine Arts Center. For more information go to www.kingstonchambermusic.org

06-22-14 Theatre By The Sea's Production of “Grease - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's production of “Grease”, is the subject of this week's program, with Bill Hanney, Producing Executive Director, and Kevin Hill, Artistic Director.We talk about the upcoming show, and listen to some of the very popular songs from “Grease”. For more information call (401) 782-8587, or go to www.theatrebythesea.com

06-15-14 The Chorus of Westerly Summer Pops - Conducting Conversations

The Chorus of Westerly, is the subject of this week's program, with Ryan Saunders, Executive Director and Andrew Howell, Music Director. We talk about their upcoming Summer Pops concert, and listen to some of the music being presented on Saturday June 21, at Wilcox Park, in Westerly, at 8:00 For more information call (401) 596-8663, or go to www.chorusofwesterly.org 

06-08-14 Sandy Hackettt's Rat Pack at Theatre By the Sea - Conducting Conversations

Sandy Hackett's Rat Pack at Theatre By The Sea, is the subject of this week's program, with Sandy Hackett, Producer.  We talk about the show that is running until June 22, and listen to some of the very popular songs from the era, and some original music by songwritter Ron Miller. For more information call (401) 782-8587, or go to www.theatrebythesea.com 

06-01-14 - Ocean State Theatre Company featuring Always...Patsy Cline - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director, Erin McCracken and Lu Lu Lloyd , actors in “Always...Patsy Cline”.   We talk about the upcoming musical, and listen to some of the songs from the hit show. It opens June 4th, at the new  theater on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401)921- 6800 or go to  www.oceanstatetheatre.org

05-25-14 - Westminister Youth String Ensemble - Conducting Conversations

This week Westminster Youth String Ensemble, is the subject of the program, with Kathleen Curran Monroe, Director. We talk about the upcoming season at the George Kent Performance Hall in Westerly, and listen to some selections of past concerts. For more information call 401-596-5225

05-18-14 - Theatre by the Sea-Preview of this years 81st season - Conducting Conversations

Theatre By The Sea's 81st  season, is the subject of this week's program, with Bill Hanney, Producing Executive Director, and Kevin Hill, Artistic Director. We talk about the upcoming 2014 musical season, and listen to some of the very popular songs from “Rat Pack”, Grease”, "Mary Poppins”, and “Spamalot”. For more information call (401) 782-8587, or go to www.theatrebythesea.com 

05-11-14 - Coastline Show Chorus/Narragansett Bay Chorus - Conducting Conversations

The Coastline Show Chorus and the Narragansett Bay Chorus, is the subject of this week's program, with Gail Jencik, Master Director.  We talk about their upcoming concert, and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on Saturday May 31, 2014, 7:30 PM, at the Ocean State Theatre, Jefferson Blvd. Warwick.  For more information call (401) 921-6800, or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org

05-04-14 - RI Civic Choral & Orchestra - Conducting Conversations

The RI Civic Choral and Orchestra, is the subject of this week's program, with Edward Markward, Music Director and Diana McVey, soprano.  We talk about their upcoming concert, and listen to some of the music being presented on Saturday May 17, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul, in Providence, at 7:30.  For more information call  401-521-5670, or go to www.ricco.org 

4-27-14 - Jamestown Community Chorus - Conducting Conversations

This week The Jamestown Community Chorus,  is the subject of the program, with B. J. Whitehouse, Music Director, and Jessica Wilson, PR Director. We talk about the upcoming season, and listen to some selections from the concerts that will be held on Saturday May 3, 7:30 and Sunday May 4 at 3:00PM, at Central Baptist Church, 99 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown RI. For more information call, 401-423-1574 or go to www.jamestownchorus.com  

4-20-14 - Ocean State Theatre Company-42nd Street - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director, and Gerrianne Genga, actor in “42nd Street”. We talk about the upcoming musical, and listen to some of the songs from the hit show. It opens April 23rd, at the new theater on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921-6800, or go to www.oceanstatetheatre.org