The AbOmInOg Intl. Arts Collective harnesses the molten power of metal to create one-of-a-kind art and sculpture. The collective members support each other through the creative process, create exhibitions, and spread the skills of metalwork to a new generation. Founding member MC Reiley took time to tell us about the collective’s upcoming work.
What does the [...]
Poet and playwright Alice Shapiro has had a whirlwind year. From her appointment as the Poet Laureate of Douglasville, GA to launching the Poetry TV series, Alice has found new ways to infuse poetry into her community. She spoke with us about reality television, the creative process, and being a native New Yorker.
What inspired you [...]
The theatrical collective Little Lord offers a new spin on old classics. Their proudly low-budget, high-energy productions are a unique experience in New York theater. With source material like the tale of Queen Esther, Little Lord’s imaginative shows have inspired a strong fan base. Artistic Director Michael Levinton spoke with us about nostalgia, spectaculars, and [...]
As an undergraduate, Dr. Melanie D. Driver-Milow began formulating M*SHAKA*FUSION, a dance technique reflecting “freedom, fusion, & flow.” M*SHAKA*FUSION has become a philosophy, a way of life, and a production company that touches on all parts of self - the emotional, the mental, the spiritual, and the physical. She recently shared her thoughts with us [...]
Interdisciplinary performance artist Joseph Keckler captivates audiences with his vivid, imagined worlds. Whether creating a dialogue between art forms or channeling the voices of talking beasts, his performances are one-of-a-kind. Keckler spoke to us about his creative process while preparing for an upcoming European engagement.
How you define yourself as an artist?
I suppose I am a singer, a monologist, and a conceptual artist.
What is the [...]
The four male classical vocalists of New York Polyphony breathe new life into early music. Their unique repertory ranges from lost gems of the renaissance to new works from modern composers. They’ve also bridged the gap between eras by sponsoring remixes of their early music offerings. New York Polyphony’s sound has won them acclaim and [...]
Embracing donor support, musician/songwriter/teacher Amy Martin created The Patronopolis, a new model of funding with an old lineage. Combining traditional patronage with a crowdfunding aesthetic, Amy found a way to acknowledge her longstanding community of donors. As she works with a variety of collaborators on new projects, Amy joined us from Missoula to share more.
You [...]
Working with an international production team, Cary McClelland gives us an inside glimpse of Pakistan. His film “Without Shepherds” reveals the tensions and promise within the country through interviews with six Pakistanis from different backgrounds. Cary draws on previous experience from theater, screenwriting, and peacebuilding to create a singular film about a country at a [...]
Drawing on the influences of Johnny Cash and Loretta Lynn, Kate Greer brings a history of storytelling to her work. This actress, writer, and voiceover talent turned to filmmaking as a new challenge. Her short film “That’s What She Told Me” takes viewers on a trip that explores the meaning of family, reality, and more. [...]
Moving across cultures, the Scandinavian American Theater Company brings a unique point of view to New York’s artistic community. Producing the plays of Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Greenland and the Faroe Islands, SATC is a true home for Scandinavian performing artists. We spoke with company member Anette Norgaard about their history and upcoming work…
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