Skip Navigation

Music & Arts

News RSS News Podcast
on:

NCPR is supported by:

See also: Books and Literature | Music on NCPR | Theatre Reviews

Artwork of the Day

Artwork of the Day: Click to enlarge
"Stalking Egret," photograph, Artist: Burdette Parks. This painting will be on display through June 7 in the "Bird Art Invitational" exhibit at the Paul Smith's College VIC.
Caption
Today's Artwork: Full size | Submit

Spring Haiku Challenge

The kanji character "haru" means spring. It's time again for the annual NCPR Spring Haiku challenge. Join the hundreds who have sniffed out the season of new growth and put it all into a very few words

Today's Arts Events

Arts & Culture
At L.A.'s UnCabaret, 25 Years Of Letting It All Hang Out
May 20, 2013 — Launched as an alternative to the stale stylings of the '80s stand-up circuit, Beth Lapides' event bills itself as a venue for "idiosyncratic, conversational comedy." It's helped establish careers for performers from Kathy Griffin to Randy and Jason Sklar.
After Crashing In Canadian 'Abyss,' Four Men Fight To Survive
May 21, 2013 — On an icy night in 1984, a commuter plane crashed in the wilderness. Six passengers died, but four survived: the pilot, a politician, a policeman and a prisoner. Carol Shaben's Into the Abyss describes their fight to make it through that frigid night alive.
Courtside Chemistry: How NBA's Phil Jackson Won 'Eleven Rings'
May 21, 2013 — Jackson is famous for his philosophical take on basketball and for the many stars he led to championship triumphs. He taught his players yoga and gave them assigned reading — but also pushed them to intensely practice fundamental skills. His new book looks back on a legendary coaching career.
Exclusive First Read: 'Big Brother' By Lionel Shriver
May 21, 2013 — Read an exclusive excerpt of Lionel Shriver's latest, Big Brother. Shriver is no stranger to controversial topics, from school massacres to the American healthcare system. Big Brother is a comedic take on obesity and its effect on an Iowa family.
American Voices On 'The Unwinding' Of America's Values
May 21, 2013 — George Packer's The Unwinding explores the social and economic upheavals that have transformed the U.S. over the past 30 years. In a nuanced work of literary journalism, colorful characters from across the class divide tell their own stories of a social contract in tatters.

Orchestra of Northern New York Prepares Summer Pops Concert

by Todd Moe
Jun 29, 2001 — The Orchestra of Northern New York prepares for 2001: A Musical Odyssey--its Summer Pops Concert. Todd Moe talks with conductor Ken Andrews.  Go to full article

Theatre Review: Fiddler on the Roof at 1000 Islands Playhouse in Gananoque

by Connie Meng
Jun 22, 2001 — A lively production of Fiddler on the Roof has opened at the 1000 Islands Playhouse in Gananoque. Resident theatre critic took in a Wednesday matinee.  Go to full article

Interview: Mimi Rabson returns to North Country for Norwood Village Green Concert

by Todd Moe
Jun 21, 2001 — A conversation with violinist and composer Mimi Rabson. She returns to the North Country tonight for a concert in Norwood with her sister, Ann Rabson. Since graduating from Potsdam High School in the late '70s, Mimi Rabson's musical career has taken her around the world. Todd Moe.  Go to full article

Theatre Review: My Darling Judith at Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg

by Connie Meng
Jun 20, 2001 — The summer season at Upper Canada Playhouse in Morrisburg opened with Norm Foster's comedy My Darling Judith. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng attended the...  Go to full article

Songs of the Great Lakes

by The Environment Report
Jun 19, 2001 — Songs of the Great Lakes--reviving 200 years of sailors' traditions. From the Great Lakes Radio Consortium.  Go to full article

Theatre Review: The Odd Couple at St. Lawrence Stage in Brockville

by Connie Meng
Jun 15, 2001 — Neil Simon's The Odd Couple opened the St. Lawrence Stage Company's summer season with a bang. Resident theatre critic Connie Meng was in Brockville for the opening...  Go to full article

Readers & Writers: Neuromancer by William Gibson

by Readers & Writers
Jun 07, 2001 — With Neuromancer guest William Gibson did more than launch a highly successful and disturbing novel of science fiction, he launched an entire sub-genre now known as...  Go to full article

Interview: Bill Summers, Los Hombres Calientes at Discover Jazz Fest in Burlington

by David Sommerstein
Jun 06, 2001 — David Sommerstein talks with Bill Summers, percussionist for Los Hombres Calientes, coming this weekend to the Discover Jazz Festival in Burlington. He samples the hot...  Go to full article

Remington Collection Book Wins Award

by David Sommerstein
May 22, 2001 — The Frederick Remington Art Museum in Ogdensburg has won an award for the production of an art book about its collection. David Sommerstein talks with Remington Curator Laura...  Go to full article

Theatre Review: Hay Fever at 1000 Islands Playhouse in Gananoque

by Connie Meng
May 21, 2001 — The 1000 Islands Playhouse is celebrating their 20th season by opening with Noel Coward's comedy, Hay Fever. North Country Public Radio's resident theatre critic was...  Go to full article

« first  « previous 10  2922-2931 of 3004  next 10 »  last »