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Experience the power of words in this episode dedicated to spoken word performances. Featuring Henri Franklin’s thought-provoking piece ‘Views of Color in 8:46,’ the captivating words of Monica Sholar, Joel Fluent Greene’s ‘Detroit Medley,’ and Ackeem Salmon’s poignant ‘Our Ancestor’s Memory,’ these performances will move and inspire you in ways only spoken word can.

Spoken Word

Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural expressions that make Detroit so unique. This episode features a variety of performances, from Armando Vega’s Salsa Band (‘Amor De Un Hijo’) to the rhythmic beats of Ayinde Fondren’s African Drumming, Dani S. and Aztek Nando’s ‘Sazón,’ and the powerful artistry of TeMaTe Institute of Black Dance & Culture and Universal Xpression.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant cultural expressions that make Detroit so unique.

Multicultural

Get ready for an exhilarating journey through movement, as we showcase Detroit’s top dancers. This episode features the incredible choreography of BAIRA, the innovative performance of Shawescape (‘Reconstruct Your Mind’), and the cultural richness of the Detroit-Windsor Dance Academy’s ‘Suite.’ From modern to traditional, these dancers will captivate and inspire you!

Get ready for an exhilarating journey through movement, as we showcase Detroit’s top dancers.

Dance

Experience the best of acoustic music from Detroit’s finest musicians. This episode features haunting melodies from Julianne Ankley (‘The Ghost of the Fort Gratiot Lighthouse’), stunning collaborations between Audra Kubat, jessica Care moore, and Emily Rose (‘Gray Glory Parade’), and the captivating sounds of Olivia Dear, Trey Simon, and Alison Lewis. Plus, hear the harmonies of The Detroit Women’

Experience the best of acoustic music from Detroit’s finest musicians.

Acoustic Performances

This episode shines a spotlight on the next generation of performers, showcasing powerful performances from the Detroit Youth Choir (‘This Is Me’), the brilliant Cassidy Howard, and the Detroit Symphony Orchestra Youth Ensembles String Quartet performing Dvořák. Plus, witness the raw talent of Ife Martin, Jit Masters, Raijuan Lenoir, and the DSA Dance Ensemble’s inspiring piece ‘Struggle.’ These y

Don’t miss Detroit’s rising stars in our "Best Of" Youth episode!

Youth

Straight from the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival Absopure Stage, this episode is a must-watch for jazz lovers. Featuring the soulful voice of Carmen Lundy, the experimental sounds of Harmolodics, the virtuosity of the Mimi Fox Organ Trio, the incredible talent of the University of Detroit Jesuit High School Jazz Orchestra, and the enchanting Vince Abbracciante Nocturno.

Absopure Stage, Carmen Lundy, Harmolodics, Mimi Fox Jazz Guitar Organ Trio

Jazz From the 2024 Detroit Jazz Festival Absopure Stage

Artist Ackeem Salmon made his Detroit Performs debut almost a decade ago. He’s back and sharing how far he’s come in his artistic career as he takes the Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove stage to perform the cello, spoken word and a little bit of live painting. He also delves into his time in France and more during his conversation with Satori Shakoor.

Ackeem Salmon returns to Detroit Performs after nearly a decade.

Curated by: Ackeem Salmon | 1312

It’s a fantastic one woman show on this episode of Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove as Detroit Free Press Arts and Culture Reporter, Duante Beddingfield, brings jazz musician and singer, Veronique Musique to the stage. Veronique wows with her originals aimed to move and groove.

Detroit Free Press Reporter Duante Beddingfield presenting jazz artist Veronique Musique.

Curated by: Duante Beddingfield | 1311

Jazz Singer and Preservation of Jazz founder, Sky Covington, curates and stars in this episode of Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove. Sky’s dedication to honoring the legends of jazz while also creating her own original music is on display along with famed Detroit trumpeter John Douglas and the musicians of Club Crescendo.

Jazz Singer and Preservation of Jazz founder Sky Covington, and trumpeter John Douglas.

Curated by: Sky Covington | 1310

Sande Rose returns with Iris Taylor and the Gospel Workshop of America Detroit Chapter, Young Men 4 Christ, and the Detroit Youth Choir to this special Gospel music episode of Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove, coming to you from Greater Grace Temple.

Sande Rose returns to Marygrove with even more incredible gospel talent.

Curated by: Sande Rose, Part II

Sande Rose from the Detroit Chapter of the Gospel Music Workshop of America brings three magnificent performances - Bishop Charles Ellis and the Greater Grace Worship Choir, Darius Twyman, and Kevin Stewart - to Greater Grace Temple for this special episode.

Sande Rose of the Gospel Music Workshop of America curates this gospel-focused episode.

Curated by: Sande Rose, Part I

In this episode of Detroit Performs: Live from Marygrove, techno is alive and well as Detroit-based producer and performer, Kevin Reynolds, hit the Marygrove stage. Originating from the mid ‘90s Detroit Techno scene, Kevin delivers an exciting performance.

Detroit-based producer and performer, Kevin Reynolds, hit the Marygrove stage.

Curated by: Kevin Reynolds

Poet, Author, Educator and Creative Curator Joel Fluent Greene electrifies the city with his words and social activism. He also makes it a point in his life to drink in all of the culture Detroit has to offer. In this episode, Joel gifts the audience with the art of his spoken word. He also brings along drummer, composer and educator Tariq Gardner and the the Evening Star Trio.

Poet Joel Fluent Greene brings composer Tariq Gardner and the the Evening Star Trio.

Curated by: Joel Fluent Greene

Michelle May is a well-known name around the city of Detroit. She’s a musician, educator, counselor and coach. Plus, she founded and curates the Boston Edison and Indian Village Concert Series. In this episode of Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove, Michelle May brings Maraj Virtuoso and The Better Things Collective. They’ll mesmerize on stage with their eclectic sounds.

Michelle May returns to Marygrove with Maraj Virtuoso and The Better Things Collective.

Curated by: Michelle May, Part II

In this episode of Detroit Performs: Live from Marygrove, techno is alive and well as Drummer B and Kevin Reynolds hit the Marygrove stage. Both kick up the energy! So stay tuned and feel free to dance to the beats.

Techno is alive and well as Drummer B and Kevin Reynolds hit the Marygrove stage.

Curated By: Kevin Reynolds

Michelle May is a well-known name around the city of Detroit. She’s a musician, educator, counselor and coach. Plus, she founded and curates the Boston Edison and Indian Village Concert Series. In this episode of Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove, Michelle May brings two musicians who have graced the neighborhood concerts: Singer/Songwriter Julianne Ankley and Jazz Guitarist Ron English.

Michelle May presents Singer/Songwriter Julianne Ankley and  Jazz Guitarist Ron English.

Curated by: Michelle May

Great Lakes Performing Artist Associates represents musicians in the Great Lakes region, giving the artists an opportunity to perform at various venues and festivals. In this episode, GLPAA brings longtime friend and collaborators vocalist Alice McAllister Tillman and pianist Alvin Waddles to the stage. Together, their performances will hit several different genres.

GLPAA brings vocalist Alice McAllister Tillman and pianist Alvin Waddles to Marygrove.

Curated By: Great Lakes Performing Artist Associates

FAR Therapeutic Arts and Recreation provides creative arts therapy for any age and any diagnosis for people with disabilities. Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove gets a sneak peek to their upcoming performance in this episode with FAR clients Leo Palmer, Asia Anderson, and Phat Beats taking the stage.

FAR Therapeutic provides creative arts therapy for any age and any diagnosis of disability

Curated By: FAR Therapeutic Arts and Recreation

Great Lakes Chamber Music’s festival is in June and Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove gets a sneak peek from violinist Tessa Lark who wows with her classical and innovative music.

Sneak peek of Great Lakes Chamber Music's summer festival featuring violinist Tessa Lark.

Curated by: Great Lakes Chamber Music - Tessa Lark

The Michigan Learning Channel, which supports the education of students through its instructional content, brings two poets from InsideOut Literary Arts and the dance program from Detroit School of Arts to the Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove stage.

Poets from InsideOut Literary Arts and the dance program from Detroit School of Arts.

Curated by: Michigan Learning Channel

Audra Kubat is back again, this time featuring the inclusive Detroit Women’s Chorus. They sing a couple of songs on their own and are joined by Audra Kubat and Emily Rose on others.

Detroit Women’s Chorus is joined by Audra Kubat and Emily Rose.

Curated by: Audra Kubat, part 2

Curated by: Shakespeare in Detroit

WRCJ Radio hosts Cecelia Sharpe and Dave Wagner reached into their vast treasure trove of musical artists creating a concert of diverse performances. First up is the smooth soul of Saxappeal, followed by rock band Dakho and then cellist John Pablo performs in Denk Chapman Hall at Marygrove.

The smooth soul of Saxappeal, followed by rock band Dakho and cellist John Pablo.

Curated by: WRCJ

Singer/Songwriter Audra Kubat brings some of her closest friends to the Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove stage including legendary poet and social activist jessica Care moore and fellow singer/songwriter Emily Rose.

Singer/Songwriter Audra Kubat, poet jessica Care moore, and singer/songwriter Emily Rose.

Curated by: Audra Kubat

Detroit Opera presents Ainadamar (Fountain of Tears) April 8th through April 16th and Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove is previewing the show loaded with flamenco, rumba rhythms, and classical singing. Ainadamar reflects the life of poet and playwright Garica Lorca, who was assassinated by fascists during the Spanish Civil War.

Detroit Opera presents Ainadamar, the life of poet and playwright Garica Lorca.

Curated by: Detroit Opera

The Obsidian Theatre Festival celebrates black stories and shines a light on the many enumerations of experiences relevant to the African diaspora in America. Satori Shakoor talks to CEO of The Obsidian Theatre Festival John Sloan III along with directors of three of the performances featured in the festival, Ny’Ea Reynolds, Kelli Crump and Lynch Travis.

Obsidian Theatre Festival celebrates black stories- in conversation with Satori Shakoor.

Curated by: The Obsidian Theatre Festival

Planet Ant sets up a night of laughter and music with standup comedian Brett Mercer followed by Planet Ant Home Team Improv then Alison Lewis takes the stage to share songs from her first solo album in over a decade.

Planet Ant bring a night of laughter and music on the Marygrove stage.

Curated by: Planet Ant

Notes for Notes is in 14 cities across the country and the Detroit branch brings one of its youths to the Marygrove Stage along with its producer. First, Eli Dyon shines with an acapella song followed by a rap. Then producer and singer/songwriter Lolly Mariah’s voice mesmerizes along with her eclectic style.

The Notes for Notes organization provides youth with music and production instruments.

Curated by: Notes for Notes

Ryan Patrick Hooper turns his radio show “Culture Shift” into a live performance on the Marygrove stage as poet Jassmine Parks grips the audience with her passionate and moving words. Then De’Sean Jones and that famous saxophone of his leads the Urban Art Orchestra in a celebration of music.

Ryan Patrick Hooper turns his radio show “Culture Shift” into a live performance.

Curated by: WDET's Ryan Patrick Hooper

Jit Masters transports Jit, the upbeat dance style born in the ‘70s on the streets of Detroit, to the Marygrove stage. Artist JunesFlow raps to the iconic Jit ghettotech beats then artist Shawescape lights up the stage DJing as Jit Masters dancers show off the intricate, acrobatic moves. The show caps off with the Jit Masters crew doing their thing.

Curated by: Jit Masters

The goal for Detroit Excellence in Youth Arts (DEYA) is to bring multidisciplinary arts to underserved children in the Detroit community. First up, the talented dancers at Detroit Windsor Dance Academy thrill with exquisite choreography. Then InsideOut Literary Arts presents two incredible young people whose spoken word poems will touch your soul.

DEYA presents Detroit Windsor Dance Academy and poetry with InsideOut Literary Arts.

Curated by: Detroit Excellence in Youth Arts (DEYA)

We Found Hip Hop’s Piper Carter knows fierce female talent as the leader of the organization dedicated to developing women hip hop artists and Carter definitely showed up for Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove. Aisha Ellis kicks it off with her drum beats driving her trio then Frankie P. joins the stage to add her intricate rhyming skills as one of Detroit’s premier lyricists.

Fierce Female Talent with Drummer Aisha Ellis and lyricist Frankie P.

Curated by: We Found Hip Hop

The Detroit Youth Choir’s mission is to develop metro Detroit youth through music education, dance and theatrical arts. On this episode of Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove, DYC shows off their world class talent on the Marygrove Theatre stage with performances that will move, excite, and inspire.

DYC shows off their world class talent with performances that will move and excite.

Curated by: Detroit Youth Choir

The Concert of Colors demonstrates the beauty and power of diverse music in Detroit every summer with a free music festival. Detroit Performs: Live From Marygrove gets a taste of the tremendous talent displayed during the event when Universal Xpression takes the stage. Universal Xpression is a Caribbean band whose music inspired by being grateful, living life, and joyfulness will get you moving an

The Concert of Colors demonstrates the beauty and power of diverse music in Detroit.

Curated by: Concert of Colors

Feel the emotion within the movements of two inspiring Detroit dance organizations. First up, BAIRA’s Shaina and Bryan Baira mesmerize with their choreography integrating human experience and relationships. Then dancers and live drummers transform the Marygrove Theatre when TeMaTe takes the stage performing afro-rooted traditions.

Feel the emotion within the movements of two inspiring Detroit dance organizations.

Curated by: CultureSource

20 Front Street transports its intimate Lake Orion listening room to the “Detroit Performs Live From Marygrove” stage. Three unique performers share their music and insights, starting with the enchanting vocals of Olivia Dear, followed by the magnificence of Trey Simon, and then Aaron Lewys shines with a brilliant band behind him.

20 Front Street transports Lake Orion listening room to the “Detroit Performs" stage.

Curated By: 20 Front Street

Three visual artists take the “Detroit Performs Live From Marygrove” stage and show off the expertise in their craft. First is artist Sandra Epps who creates awe-inspiring body art, then tattoo artist Lorri Thomas emblazons a meaningful tattoo on a client, followed by makeup artist Tre Marcel sharing tips and tricks as well as the confidence-boosting makeup can bring to every individual.

Three visual artists take the “Detroit Performs” stage and show off their craft.

Curated By: Cecelia Sharpe

The Obsidian Theater Festival celebrates Black stories featuring the work of Black voices and illuminating the rich diversity of experiences relevant to the African diaspora in America. Co-founder, John Sloane, highlights three performances from the festival for “Detroit Performs”: Jessica Care Moore’s “Obsidian Stone,” and cabaret performances of “Keep Your Head Up” and “Who I Am.”

The Obsidian Theater Festival celebrates Black stories featuring the work of Black voices.

Curated By: Obsidian Theater Festival

The DSO’s Wu Family Academy for Learning and Engagement changes lives of young people by expanding the understanding of arts, empowering students to have confidence in their creative decisions and sparking a passion for music that will last a lifetime. Its Civic Youth Ensembles brings a String Quartet to the “Detroit Performs Live From Marygrove” stage to present two beautiful pieces.

A performance by the DSO’s Civic Youth Ensemble String Quartet.

Curated By: DSOs Wu Family Academy for Learning & Engagement

WDET Host, Chris Campbell, puts together a showcase of local musical talent that will thrill and excite. First up is the Candace Nicole Experience, followed by Monique Ella Rose and capped off by Laura Rain & The Caesars.

WDET Host, Chris Campbell, puts together a showcase of talent that will thrill and excite.

Curated By: WDET

Everyone on this planet has a story to tell and The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers for years has been giving a platform to all people who want to share their story. Detroit Performs Live From Marygrove is honored to be the platform this time around to share stories from three different storytellers; Maxie Jones, Monica Sholar and Khary Mason.

Hear stories from three storytellers; Maxie Jones, Monica Sholar and Khary Mason.

Curated By: Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers

Drummer, composer and writer Alex White showcases the musical prowess in Detroit on this episode of Detroit Performs Live From Marygrove. White performs with his non-traditional jazz trio, then the Trunino Lowe Quartet hits the stage with their enchanting sound, followed by the invigorating sounds of African drumming led by Ayinde Ananda-Fondren.

Drummer, composer and writer Alex White showcases the musical prowess.

Curated By: Alex White

Sabrina Nelson is known in Detroit’s creative community as a spiritual mother; in this episode she curates three emotional performances focused on grief. Morgan Chandler Bouldes shares a spoken word dedicated to her late mother, Nelson puts on a performance art piece entitled, “Molting,” and Scheherazade Washington Parrish's silent performance on what makes a woman safe in today’s society.

Curated by Sabrina Nelson, watch three emotionally gripping performances focused on grief.

Curated By: Sabrina Nelson

Latino Events in Michigan brings a dance party to Marygrove with a trio of talented Latin music acts. Armando Vega’s salsa band plays a vibrant tribute to Vega’s mother, MC3 hypnotizes with the romantic Latin Rock tune “Walking Around,” and Dani S. performs the reggaeton jam, “Sazón,” meaning seasoning. The flavor is real on this episode of Detroit Performs Live From Marygrove.

Latino Events in Michigan brings a dance party to Marygrove with a trio of music acts.

Curated By: Latino Events in Michigan

Curated by Detroit Public Theater, this episode features Henrí Franklin performing the deeply impactful poem entitled “Views of Color in 8:46” taking into account the amount of time George Floyd’s neck was kneeled upon before his passing.  Plus, Eric Gutman’s one-man-show “From Broadway to Obscurity.”

Henri Franklin's "Views of Color in 8:46" and Eric Gutman's "From Broadway to Obscurity."

Curated By: Detroit Public Theater

In this episode of Detroit Performs: World-renowned musicians Victor Ghannam and Jacco Muller; a new era for Orchestra Hall; and interdisciplinary Lebanese-American visual performative artist Bana Kabalan.

World-renowned musicians Victor Ghannam and Jacco Muller; Lebanese-American Bana Kabalan

Arab American Artists

In this episode of Detroit Performs: Virgil Taylor creates wearable art inspired by ancient cultures; a successful renovation and reopening of Orchestra Hall; and Darkroom Detroit provides photography access and education in the city.

Virgil Taylor creates wearable art, reopening of Orchestra hall, and Darkroom Detroit.

Jewels of the City

On this weeks episode of Detroit Performs as we see Fashion Illustrator Nicole Jarecz; the survival of Orchestra Hall; and University of Michigan Professor Emeritus of Dance, Peter Sparling.

Fashion Illustrator Nicole Jarecz; the survival of Orchestra Hall; and Peter Sparling

Fashion, Redemption and Dance

On this episode of Detroit Performs: Artist Sabrina Nelson creates and describes her exhibition Why You Wanna Fly Blackbird based on how Black women feel when their womb, their home becomes empty after a child is lost; The story of how Detroit’s iconic Orchestra Hall survived by becoming the Paradise Jazz Theatre; and how a philharmonic survives.

Artist Sabrina Nelson's exhibition, Orchestra Hall during the jazz age, & a philharmonic.

Art of Survival

The Center for Performing Arts & Learning strives to bring people of all ages together through dance, music, arts and culture; The story of how Detroit’s iconic Orchestra Hall was built in a short period of time; and the Blue LLama jazz club.

An inclusive center to learn art forms, how Orchestra Hall came to fruition & a jazz club.

Harmony in Culture

On this episode of Detroit Performs: DDCdances is a professional contemporary dance company dedicated to the creation and production of visually striking repertory; Detroit’s historic Orchestra Hall’s beginnings; and the Detroit Public Theatre gets a Broadway nod.

DDCdances / Detroit's historic Orchestra Hall's beginnings / Detroit Public Theatre

Dance and Music are Essential to Humanity

In this best of season nine episode of Detroit Performs: Mariners Inn utilizes art as part of the therapies to help heal residents at the treatment center for substance abuse and homelessness; Ballet Edge Detroit is a professional ballet company with a twist; and Cass Tech High School's Harp and Vocal Program shows why it's been around for over 90 years!

Episode 913

Best of Season 9

Henna artist Hannah Lydia Wilson; Samah Kthar creates to spread inspiration within others; and artist Erin Beckloff keeps the history and tradition of the letterpress alive. 

Plus, host DJ Oliver head to Jo’s Gallery on Detroit’s Avenue of Fashion.

Episode 912

Inspired by Tradition

In this episode of Detroit Performs: A University of Michigan-premiered play explores the water crisis in Flint; The poetry of Langston Hughes meets the music of UofM professor Erik Santos in “The Seer”; Photographer Karpov creates sincere, vivid and powerful images; and caricature artist John Kascht. Plus, host DJ Oliver checks out 333 Midland. 

Episode 911

Flint water crisis; Langston Hughes; Photographer Karpov; caricature artist John Kascht.

Seeking Truth

James Beard-nominated Chef Genevieve Vang creates exquisite, flavorful and fresh dishes at Bangkok 96 and Bangkok 96 Street Food;

Detroit Vineyards is the first winery in Detroit in over 60 years.

Chef Jose Salazar pays tribute to the food created by his grandmother. 

Plus, host DJ Oliver is taken to an Autumn wonderland at Franklin Cider Mill.

Episode 910

Food Art

Artist Donna Jackson develops art projects that strengthen and beautify communities; spoken word artist, Jamii Tata, furthers the education of children in the community;  poet Tawana Petty pours her soul into her performances.

Episode 909

In the Community

Artist Robert Schefman finds inspiration in secrets; Artist Matt Eaton explores themes of nostalgia and space; and Gabriela Riveros is influenced by her Paraguayan heritage. 

Episode 908

Secrets and Nostalgia

Dance studio FDX Pure Sole teaches with a hip-hop twist; Broadway and West End performer, Alexandra Silber, lends an ear to Mosaic Youth Theatre; and the Get Ahead Stay Ahead Program provides students with communication distribution skills. Plus, host DJ Oliver heads to the main Detroit Public Library. Episode 907

Dance, Sing, Create!

On this episode of Detroit Performs: Ballet Edge Detroit is a professional ballet company with a twist; abstract sculptor Ann Smith; and artists transform payphones into time capsules. Plus, host DJ Oliver is back in his old neighborhood where he visits the Redford Theatre and learns a little about its history. Episode 906

Art with an Edge

Mariners Inn utilizes art as part of the therapies to help heal the residents at the treatment center for substance abuse and homelessness; Artist Taurus Burns creates paintings that depict his feelings about what's really happening in the world; If you look closely at artist Kristi Abbott's collages, they will reveal what's really there. Episode 905

Art is Real

In this episode of Detroit Performs, The Detroit Institute of Music Education, or DIME, an innovative music university, talented music university students, and art and technology come together in cosmic creations. Episode 904

The Dime Effect

Dime Effect

Cass Tech’s Harp Program shows why it’s been around for over 90 years; Photographer Asia Hamilton merges texture and portraits in her photographs; and the Florida Keys plays host to their Plein Air Art Festival. Plus, host DJ Oliver visits Asia Hamilton’s Norwest Gallery in Detroit. Episode 903

Art Persists

Kadima Mental Health Services enlists the help of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra to bring the arts to their clients; painter Linda Ward sheds light on her 500 Portrait project; and after school music program, OrchKids. Plus, Kadima former president and current supporter/volunteer, Janet Aronoff, welcomes DJ Oliver to her home for the Kadima and DSO concert. Episode 902

Expressions Through Art

Woodturner Steve Kolpacke takes us through the process of creating his beautiful wood sculptures and functional pieces; author and leaf painter Jennifer Lanzilotti shares her story of recently finding her inner artist; and painter Tania Dibbs paints to save the planet. Episode 901

All of the Tree

The best of season 8, featuring Mario Moore, Rebel Nell, and Kristi Faulkner. Episode 813

Best of Season 8

We're showcasing the hand-dyed clothing at brightlytwisted in Corktown and hearing co-owner, Alexandra Bourque's inspiring story of her art installation, The Butterfly Dress. Then we check out all ten winners of the Commerce Design: Detroit Awards. Plus, host DJ Oliver tours the Detroit Foundation Hotel and interviews Ellie Schneider, Director of Detroit City of Design Initiative. Episode 812

Designing Detroit

Girls Rock Detroit is an organization empowering youth through music; mixed media artist, Ramon Lavarro Jordan, takes us into his creative space; and principal dancer for the Cincinnati Ballet, Cervilio Amador, tells his story of dance and defecting from Cuba. Plus, host DJ Oliver heads to the Village Theater in Canton where he tours the art gallery and stage. Episode 811

Girls Rock Detroit | Artist Ramon Lavarro Jordan | Dancer Cervilio Amador | Episode 811

Rock and More

National Heritage Fellowship Award winner, Kelly Church, demonstrates her craft; Don Kilpatrick III shows us his unique printing creations and the murals he painted for Little Caesars Arena; and the Weavers Guild of Greater Cincinnati offers classes, workshops, and programs to people of all skill levels. Plus, host DJ Oliver becomes a "twister" at Painting With A Twist - Detroit! Episode 810

Weaving, Printing, and Murals | Detroit Performs Episode 810

Weaving, Printing, and Murals

Runyonland Productions presents Geoff Packard's "For the Record," a University of Michigan professor unearths the foxtrot, "The Most beautiful Time of Life," arranged by prisoners of Auschwitz during the Holocaust, and 2018's Sphinx competition winner, Rubén Rengel. Episode 809

Art Sustains Hope

In this episode of Detroit Performs we honor some important arts and cultural organizations in the state of Michigan and beyond. Creative Many’s report details the impact Michigan’s arts and cultural nonprofit organizations. Then John Bracey is honored by his peers.  Plus, DJ Oliver interviews Kelly Kaatz Gallery Director of the Janice Charach Gallery. Episode 808

Creative Many, John Bracey, Kelly Kaatz are interviewed for this special episode.

Celebrating Michigan Arts and Culture

Kristi Faulkner whose dance company collaborated with the Ruth Ellis Center to create a performance by LGBTQ dancers to share their stories and empower LGBTQ youth. Artist Robby Gall adds his own spin and a little more truth to classical paintings of the past. Butoh practitioner Gadu Dushen explains what inspired unique Butoh style of dance. Plus, DJ Oliver interviews Kaitlyn Valor Bourque. Ep 807

Kristi Faulkner Dance Company, Robby Gall, Gadu Dushen and Kaitlyn Valor Bourque

Art Expressing Love and Truth

We feature classical music in three different ways! First up, Chamber Music Society of Detroit, then we head to a rehearsal and performance of the Michigan Philharmonic,  and finally, we head to Sacramento, California where university students take the lead in teaching elementary school children string instruments. Episode 806

Orchestral Art

Detroit Performs celebrates the holidays with the performance of DOT by Detroit Public Theatre, singer Olivia Millerschin is featured, glass artist April Wagner creates sparkling ornaments and more at her Epiphany Studios, plus, host DJ Oliver interviews Bonnie Mansour at Art Leaders Gallery in West Bloomfield. Episode 805

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