Best Performanceart Podcasts (2025)

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S6 E1 Insights Into Grief & Loss 24:53

3M ago24:53

24:53

Imagine standing at the crossroads of change, holding the weight of grief in one hand and the hope for healing in the other. Life is full of transitions—some we celebrate, others we endure. How do we mark the moments that shape us? How do we find meaning in the spaces where loss and growth meet? Episode Resources: → Grief & Loss Episode Archive: ht…

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406. Quinn Antoinio Briceño: Artist 13:03

4M ago13:03

13:03

Quinn Antonio Briceño, a Nicaraguan-American artist in St. Louis, earned his bachelor's degree in fine art from the San Francisco Art Institute (2017) and a master's degree from the Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Art (2022). Notable achievements include winning the Ann Metzger National Biennial in 2019 and being a finalist for the AXA Art Priz…

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405. Central Print 4:18

4M ago4:18

4:18

Central Print was founded in 2014, by Eric Woods, as an extension of the programs, workshops, and community outreach that were being hosted at his for-profit letterpress studio, The Firecracker Press. Along with the design and printing of posters, stationery, and paper goods, The Firecracker Press was hosting tours, working with community organizat…

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404. Gina Grafos: Director and Chief Curator- Visual and Literary Arts for the Kranzberg Arts Foundation 11:44

5M ago11:44

11:44

Gina Grafos, Director and Chief Curator for Visual and Literary Arts for the Kranzberg Arts Foundation, stopped by to speak with Nancy about the happenings at the foundation.

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403. Katarra 16:10

5M ago16:10

16:10

Singer/Songwriter/Pianist, Katarra, stopped by to speak with Nancy about her career, her life and her writing process.

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402. Dr. Frances Levine - Author of "Crossings: Women on the Santa Fe Trail" 12:20

5M ago12:20

12:20

Dr. Frances Levine has had a varied career, from teaching to heading up various major museums, writing books. Now, she has written "Crossings: Women on the Santa Fe Trail," after many years of passionate research. Through diaries, letters, and firsthand accounts, Levine seeks to understand the experiences of women who journeyed from St. Louis to Sa…

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401. New Jewish Theater 11:09

6M ago11:09

11:09

Rebekah Scallet, Artistic Director for The New Jewish Theatre, stopped by to speak with Nancy about the institution and what is coming up including "First Date" (November 21 until December 8, 2024).

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400. George Caleb Bingham Symposium at the St. Louis Art Museum Nov 15 - 16, 2024 7:52

6M ago7:52

7:52

The Bingham Trust will host a two-day symposium on George Caleb Bingham that honors and celebrates the 50th anniversary of Missouri Governor Christopher S. “Kit” Bond’s public subscription campaign to acquire 112 preliminary drawings for Bingham’s genre paintings. The event is free; tickets and registration are not required. A symposium schedule is…

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399. Tesseract Theatre Company 11:14

6M ago11:14

11:14

At The Tesseract Theatre Company, the mission is to elevate professional theatre in the St. Louis area by telling powerful, transformative stories on an intimate scale. They are committed to showcasing innovative narratives and diverse voices with creativity and precision, proving that even the smallest stage can hold a monumental impact. By foster…

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Welcome to Shame Piñata 0:43

6M ago0:43

0:43

Shame Piñata: Creating Rites of Passage for Real-Life Transitions. Stories from people who have used ceremony to create authentic weddings, make it through hard times, honor deep loss, or reinvent themselves. _________________ Browse Previous Episodes by Topic: → Episodes on Rites of Passage: https://ever-changing.net/rites-of-passage → Episodes on…

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398. Prison Performing Arts 13:18

7M ago13:18

13:18

Prison Performing Arts is a multi-discipline, literacy and performing arts program dedicated to enriching the lives of youth and adults in Missouri’s criminal and juvenile justice systems. They foster individual and social change by providing incarcerated adults, justice-involved youth, and returning citizens with opportunities to participate in th…

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Additional Offerings 1:56

7M ago1:56

1:56

You're invited to check out an additional offering from the Shame Piñata team for our Ukrainian friends: 10 Minutes for Your Heart, a 10-part limited meditation series for Ukrainians - available in both English and Ukrainian Join us! _________________ Follow 10 Minutes for Your Heart → Show Website: https://10minutesforyourheart.com → Listen on You…

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397. Albion Theatre 12:40

7M ago12:40

12:40

Robert Ashton, Artistic Director of Albion Theatre stopped by to talk with Nacy about the company and there play "Lungs."

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S5 E8 Insights Into Authentic Weddings 36:14

8M ago36:14

36:14

Weddings are more than just a celebration. They are markers of a profound life transition that affects not only the couple but also their families and community. Today we reflect on the full range of emotions that can accompany this pivotal rite of passage and learn how our guests made room for them in the wedding time. Episode Resources: → Authent…

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396. Metro Theater Company 15:26

9M ago15:26

15:26

Jacqueline Thompson/Artist director and Jessie Youngblood/Managing Director of Metro Theater Company stopped by to speak with Nancy about the company and its works.

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395. Kirkwood Performing Arts Center 12:17

9M ago12:17

12:17

Liz Crabtree and Joe Mancuso stopped by to discuss the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center and all the happenings there coming up.

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395. Lisa Melandri: Executive Director of CAM 12:58

9M ago12:58

12:58

Lisa Melandri, Executive Director of CAM, stopped by to discuss the happenings at the museum with Nancy.

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393. Kelly Plunkett: Museum Curator for Jefferson Barracks, The General Daniel Bissell House, and Fort Bellefontaine 18:42

9M ago18:42

18:42

Kelly Plunkett, Museum Curator for Jefferson Barracks, The General Daniel Bissell House, and Fort Bellefontaine... stopped by to talk with Nancy about the various aspects of the County Parks Department.

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394. Chris Hansen: Executive Director, KRANZBERG ARTS FOUNDATION 8:58

9M ago8:58

8:58

Chris Hansen, Executive Director of the KRANZBERG ARTS FOUNDATION stopped by to speak with Nancy about the happenings at the foundation, including the Music at the Intersection Festival, happening on September 14-15th in the Grand Center Arts District and other associated events.

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S5 E7 Insights Into Rites of Passage 27:21

10M ago27:21

27:21

Imagine navigating the journey of life with the power of ritual in your hand. From births and weddings to grief and personal growth, each change shapes who we are. Today we reflect on five seasons of conversations with ritual makers and look at how they have used the tool of ritual to heal, grow, and transform. Episode Resources: → Rites of Passage…

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392. Dana Turkovic: Curator - Laumeier Sculpture Park 14:40

10M ago14:40

14:40

Dana Turkovic, Curator of the Laumeier Sculpture Park, stopped by to speak with Nancy about the sculpture park, and her career. Founded in 1976, Laumeier is one of the first and largest dedicated sculpture parks in the country. In 1968, Mrs. Matilda Laumeier bequeathed the first 72 acres of the future Laumeier Sculpture Park to St. Louis County in …

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391. Matthew Kearns: President and Artistic Director of St. Lou Fringe 8:14

10M ago8:14

8:14

Matthew Kearns: President and Artistic Director of St. Lou Fringe, stopped by to talk with Nancy about this year's festival. --- About the festival: "It all started in 1947 in Edinburgh, Scotland, as an alternative festival that played concurrently with the Edinburgh International Festival. In 1948, Robert Kemp, a local journalist, gave it the name…

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S5 E6 The Emergence Ceremony (April Cantor) 19:40

11M ago19:40

19:40

How can we honor our youth as they come of age in ways that are strengthened by tradition and also allow their unique spark to shine? What would happen if we let them tell us what they need and co-created ceremony with them? Join us as we hear the story of the Emergence Ceremony that bridged into a powerful transformation for the entire family. Epi…

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390. Nabil Mousa: Artist 11:03

11M ago11:03

11:03

Born in Syria to a Christian family in 1966, Nabil Mousa emigrated to the United States with his family at the age of 12. After a career in business, in the 2000s he turned to the visual arts, particularly painting. This decision coincided with two important events, one public and one personal: first, the attacks on the World Trade Center in New Yo…

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389. Carrie Houk: Executive Artistic Director of Tennessee Williams festival St. Louis. 15:16

11M ago15:16

15:16

About Carrie: Carrie Houk has spent her professional life as an actor, casting director, producer and teaching artist. Educated at HB Studio in NYC and the Conservatory of Theatre Arts at Webster University, she began her acting career at the Repertory Theatre of St. Louis and from there worked in NYC, LA and Chicago. The Tennessee Williams Festiva…

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388. Andrew Jorgensen: General Director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis 16:18

11M ago16:18

16:18

Andrew Jorgensen, General Director of Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, stopped by to talk about the happenings at the organization. Topics include the summer season and education programs. About Opera Theatre of Saint Louis: Opera Theatre’s mission is to shape a vibrant future for opera by connecting, inspiring, and entertaining our communities throug…

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S5 E5 Baptism as a Rite of Passage (Tina Torres) 20:08

11M ago20:08

20:08

Being part of a religious or spiritual community can be a wonderful support in life. Shared customs and traditions can bring comfort, connection, and a shared experience of the Divine. But what role does ritual play in all of this and how does it help us connect to the Divine? Join us for an exploration of Baptism as a Rite of Passage - from both s…

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387. Chris Hansen: Executive Director for The Kranzberg Arts Foundation 12:28

12M ago12:28

12:28

Chris Hansen, Executive Director for The Kranzberg Arts Foundation, stopped by to talk about the happenings at KAF, including the Music at the Intersection, coming up in September. For more information on MATI, click here... https://www.musicattheintersection.org/

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386. Angie Villa: Museum Manager at 21 C Museum Hotel St. Louis 9:34

12M ago9:34

9:34

Angie Villa, Museum Manager at 21 C Museum Hotel St. Louis, stopped by to speak with Nancy about this new hotel and new concept for hotels. 21c Museum Hotels reimagines a historic St. Louis fixture: the 10-story, Renaissance Revival-style YMCA building. Located in the heart of downtown St. Louis, and a short walk from the City Museum and CITYPARK s…

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385. Gerald Brooks: Chairman of the Board for The African Heritage Association 7:58

1y ago7:58

7:58

Gerald Brooks, Chairman of the Board for The African Heritage Association, stopped by to speak with Nancy to talk about the St. Louis African Arts Festival. The first St. Louis African Arts Festival was held in 1991 as an outgrowth of the 34th Annual African Studies Conference hosted by Washington University. A year prior to the conference, a group…

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S5 E4 Blooming Amidst the War - Pt 2 (Alina Zievakova) 20:53

1y ago20:53

20:53

Imagine being able to attend a bold and beautiful theater performance that gives voice to a path you might know all too well, a path of healing from the impacts of violence or trauma. Imagine what that might feel like in your core, to see someone go on a journey similar to yours and get to the other side of it. (This is part 2 of a 2-part interview…

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384. Dana Turkovic: Curator at Laumeier Sculpture Park 13:53

1y ago13:53

13:53

Dana Turkovic, Curator at Laumeier Sculpture Park, stopped by to talk about the happenings at the park, including Hugh Hayden: American Vernacular through May 12th. ----- American Vernacular, Hugh Hayden’s first Midwest solo presentation explores a decade of his work in a variety of mediums including newly commissioned works. The exhibition will be…

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383. Tom Casey: Independent Artist 14:04

1y ago14:04

14:04

Model Maker Artist Tom Casey stopped by to talk with Nancy about his life and career. Tom is an artist who has been making artistic models all his life, but chose a life at sea. After retiring after 40 years as a sailor, he began to concentrate on his art, making about 70% of his life's artistic work. He has an opening of his work at the French Cur…

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382. Brian Depauli: Oil Painter 10:06

1y ago10:06

10:06

Brian's work is inspired by and questions American society's live-to-work mentality. He is concerned with the cultural and environmental effects of this obsession, as well as the physical and mental health ramifications. In 1931 distinguished economist John Maynard Keynes published a short essay, Economic Possibilities for Our Grandchildren, where,…

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381: 2024 Visionary Awards 12:29

1y ago12:29

12:29

In 2015, the Saint Louis Visionary Awards were relaunched by an independent committee of women to celebrate the numerous contributions and achievements of women who work in or support the arts in St. Louis. From established working arts professionals and arts educators to emerging artists and community impact artists, each year's honorees are truly…

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S5 E3 Blooming Amidst the War - Pt 1 (Alina Zievakova) 26:29

1y ago26:29

26:29

Imagine having a silent witness, a partner who is with you all the time, even when you go through the hardest moments of your life. Imagine not being alone but instead being held, accompanied, supported. What might that feel like in your heart, in your body, in your bones? (This is part 1 of a 2-part interview with Alina ZIevakova.) Episode Resourc…

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380. Bryan Knicely: Executive Director of Craft Alliance 8:14

1y ago8:14

8:14

Bryan Knicely, Executive Director of Craft Alliance, stopped by to talk with Nancy about the offerings of the organization. Craft Alliance offers classes in ceramics, wood, metals, blacksmithing, glass, fibers, print, and paper arts. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, They have something for everyone!…

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379. Moraa Nyaribo: Multidisciplinary Artist and KAF Artist in Resident 13:54

1y ago13:54

13:54

Moraa, is a passionate artist specializing in fashion and textiles, drawing inspiration from her rich cultural traditions. With seven years of experience in the Kenyan fashion industry and an MFA in Fibers from SCAD in Savannah, GA. Moraa’s expertise lies in preserving traditional practices through her innovative textile explorations. From her earl…

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S5 E2 Techno Cosmic Wedding (Pt 2 - The Event) 25:22

1y ago25:22

25:22

So it’s the big day. The day of the Techno Cosmic Wedding. With your virtual invitation in hand, you walk into the venue. Prayer flags hang from the ceiling above you. A set of handmade neon signs rests neatly in the window ledge, spelling out “Marry Me Colleen” The neon question mark at the end is no longer working, but that’s okay because she sai…

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378. Vanessa Rudloff: Arts Relations Manager for ANGAD Arts Hotel 14:16

1y ago14:16

14:16

Vanessa Rudloff, Arts Relations Manager for ANGAD Arts Hotel stopped by to speak with Nancy about the institution. ---- The ANGAD Arts Hotel is a unique hotel experience with room colors based on Mood, and art everywhere. They also feature art exhibitions, concerts at their rooftop bar, and great food. -----…

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377. Roland Burrow and Sara Kerr 13:23

1+ y ago13:23

13:23

Roland Burrow and Sara Kerr stopped by the studio to talk about Roland's art, and about the gallery that represents him, McCaughen and Burr, where Sara Kerr is a dealer. ----- McCaughen and Burr was founded in 1840 and is the oldest continuously operating art gallery west of the Mississippi River. Throughout the years, the gallery has been instrume…

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S5 E1 Techno Cosmic Wedding (Pt 1 - The Plan) 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

25:36

What would you think if you received an invitation to attend to something called a Techno Cosmic Wedding? Would you be curious? Avoidant? Undecided? What if it was framed as a post-modern, rave-inspired event where your whole self was welcome. How would you feel then? Episode Resources: → Techno Cosmic Wedding (Pt 2 - The Event): https://ever-chang…

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376. Gina Grafos: of the Kranzberg Arts Foundation 18:52

1+ y ago18:52

18:52

Gina Grafos, Chief Curator of Visual and Literary Art for the KAF, stopped by to speak with Nancy about the various endeavors of the foundation. Subjects include the various galleries, exhibits, and projects within the KAF.

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375. Rebekah Scallet: Artistic Director for the New Jewish Theatre in St. Louis 11:08

1+ y ago11:08

11:08

Rebekah Scallet, Artistic Director for the New Jewish Theatre in St. Louis, stopped by to talk with Nancy about the theatre, her career and the upcoming season which starts near the end of March 2024. Rebekah Scallet is a stage director, educator, and arts leader. She is currently the Artistic Director for the New Jewish Theatre in St. Louis, and i…

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374. Larry Morris: Director of Artists in Residency for the Kranzberg Arts Foundation 11:54

1+ y ago11:54

11:54

Larry Morris is the Director of Artists in Residency for the Kranzberg Arts Foundation. He is also the Vocalist/MC for St. Louis music legends, Illphonics. He stopped by to speak with Nancy about the program. ——— The Kranzberg Arts Foundation has long been a major patron of the arts in St. Louis and is committed to aligning their resources to aid i…

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373. Stephanie Weissberg: A Curator at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation 11:58

1+ y ago11:58

11:58

Stephanie Weissberg, a curator at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, stopped by to speak with Nancy about the Pulitzer and the current exhibition, Urban Archaeology: Lost Buildings of St. Louis. About Urban Archaeology: Drawn from the rich collection of the National Building Arts Center (NBAC), Urban Archaeology brings together salvaged architectural el…

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372. Dr. Judith Mann: Senior Curator for European Art to 1800 at the St. Louis Art Museum 13:18

1+ y ago13:18

13:18

Judith W. Mann, the senior curator of European art to 1800. Since joining the museum in 1988, she has reinstalled the collections of Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and 18th-century European painting and sculpture three times, and organized two major international exhibitions. In 2022, the museum will organize a major, international exhibition cura…

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Introducing 10 Minutes for Your Heart 0:45

1+ y ago0:45

0:45

Join us on YouTube for a new audio mediation series! "10 Minutes for Your Heart" is a trauma-sensitive meditation series specifically designed for Ukrainian listeners. The series, hosted by a Certified Meditation and Mindfulness teacher, offers 10-minute sessions to explore power, passion, and essential life-force. The meditations focus on connecti…

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371. Danny Williams: Managing Director of The Repertory Theatre of St. Louis 10:46

1+ y ago10:46

10:46

Danny Williams became The Rep’s Managing Director in January 2022. An experienced arts administrator, Danny has expertise in nonprofit accounting, senior management, and organizational development. Prior to joining The Rep, Danny worked at The Public Theater in New York, where he served in various roles since 2006. Most recently, as Senior Director…

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370. Melody Evans: Independent Artist 15:20

1+ y ago15:20

15:20

Independent artist, Melody Evans, stopped by to speak with Nancy about her life, art, and works. Melody Evans studied for four years at the San Antonio School of Art and Craft and started her career as a potter but soon moved into making sculpture, large scale installations and drawings with collage and digital manipulations. This change coincided …

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