Conducting Conversations

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  

4-13-14 -The Mystic River Chorale - Conducting Conversations

The Mystic River Chorale, is the subject of this week's program, with Frank Martginetti, Artistic Director, and Ray Brown, President.  We talk about their upcoming concerts, and listen to some of the music from the program being presented on Sunday April 27, 2014, 3:00 PM, MYSTIC CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, MYSTIC CT. For more information call 860.460.1487, or go to www.mysticriverchorale.org 

4-6-14 - Westerly High School Theater Department - Conducting Conversations

The Westerly High School Theater Department, is the subject of this week's program, with David DeAnglis, Artistic Director, and Ben Barber, Director of “Godspell”. We talk about their upcoming production of “Godspell” and listen to some of the music from past events. The show will bepresented May 8 – 11, for information contact Westerly High School.

3-30-14 - The Park Theatre for Performing Arts - Conducting Conversations

This week The Park Center for Performing Arts, is the subject of theprogram, with Yusuf Gandhi, Executive Director.  We talk about theupcoming season, and listen to some selections from Manhattan Transfer and The Beach Boys, that will be coming to the theatre next month.  For more information call 401.467.7275 or go to  www.parktheatreri.

3-23-14 Ocean State Theatre Company-The Diary of Anne Frank - Conducting Conversations

Ocean State Theatre Company, is the subject of this week's program, with Amiee Turner, Producing Artistic Director, and Mark Cartier, actor in “The Diary of Anne Frank” .We talk about the upcoming play, and listen to the music from one of the many movies made form the book. It opens March 26th at the new theater on Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. For more information call (401) 921-6800, or go to  www.oceanstatetheatre.org 

3-16-14 Composer, Arranger, Singer and Guitarist Eddie Dillon - Conducting Conversations

This week for St. Patrick's Day, we feature Eddie Dillon, Composer, Arranger, Singer and Guitarist with the famous Clancy Brothers.  We'll listen to some examples of his music, some of his personal favorites, and discuss his upcoming concerts.   For more information go to www.eddiedillon.com 

3-09-14 RI International Film Festival 2014 - Conducting Conversations

This week The RI International Film Festival is the subject of the program, with George T. Marshall, Executive Director, and Steven Feinberg, Executive Director of the RI Film and TV Office.   We talk about the Academy Awards, and listen to some selections from the award winning movies.   For more information call 401.861.4445 or go to www.film-festival.org

3-2-14 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.  We talk about their upcoming concert, and listen to some of the music being presented on Saturday March15, 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