arts

Ann Arbor Film Festival features documentary 'Central Park Five'

Current State — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 19:00:20 +0000

The Ann Arbor Film Festival is underway. Most of the events are at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor.

Now into its fifty-first year, the festival has long been a showcase for makers of independent and experimental films.

Renee Fleming Sings At MSU's Wharton Center

Scott Pohl — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 05:00:01 +0000

Concerts, Grammys, performing all over the world...opera star Renee Fleming has done it all.

Motown Museum Exhibition Features Girl Groups

Scott Pohl — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 05:00:01 +0000

At the iconic Motown Museum in Detroit, a new exhibit honors the "girl groups" of the 1960's. It's called "Girl Groups: The Grit, The Glamour, The Glory".

Included are records, photos and memorabilia from all of the groups you remember…and one you probably never heard of.

The exhibition remembers The Supremes, The Marvelettes, the Vandellas, and a proficient group of background singers known as The Andantes.

Public Poetry Announcement: Introduction and poet Robert Hayden

Current State — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:49:55 +0000

Today we’re starting a new recurring segment on Current State. It’s called Public Poetry Announcement.

The history behind the murals at Shanora's Beauty and Barber Supply

Current State — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 16:36:52 +0000

Just a few blocks northwest of the Capitol building is Shanora’s Beauty and Barber Supply at 829 West Saginaw Street. Shanora’s was established by its owner Ora Fuller 29 years ago today.

New report shows economic impact of arts in Michigan

Current State — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 22:30:16 +0000

When people think of Michigan's economy, their minds likely don't turn to art.

However, a new report may get Michigan's creative sector a second look. The non-profit organization ArtServe released its second annual “Creative State Michigan” study last week. The report suggests that creative and cultural enterprises have a positive effect on the state’s economy.

Current State #17 | Feb. 5, 2013

Current State — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 21:20:55 +0000

On today's Current State: the Niowave pole barn dispute, the new play "U.P.", Ingham County's fight against mortgage fraud, and local graphic artist Karl Gude's work from Newsweek magazine on exhibit at the Michigan Historical Museum.

New play 'U.P.' details highs and lows of life in the Upper Peninsula

Current State — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 21:20:06 +0000

The new play "U.P." from the Michigan State University Department of Theatre starts tonight.

New exhibit shows off graphic artist's work at 'Newsweek' magazine

Current State — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 21:18:38 +0000

MSU Presents Play About Michigan's Upper Peninsula

Scott Pohl — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 05:00:01 +0000

The Michigan State University Department of Theatre will stage eight performances of a new play called "U.P." starting tonight.

Current State #6 | January 21, 2013

Current State — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:01:22 +0000

On today's Current State: Michigan Congressman Mike Rogers discusses U.S. foreign policy in Africa and gun legislation, artist Eto Otitigbe's exhibit "Loss Prevention," Michigan military wives, sports with the Free-Press' Joe Rexrode and business with MLive's Angela Wittrock.

MSU Community Music School Opens At New Location

Scott Pohl — Mon, 07 Jan 2013 05:00:01 +0000

The new location of the Michigan State University Community Music School will open for instruction today.

War Horse: Puppets Bring Horses to Life

Scott Pohl — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 05:00:01 +0000

To bring the story of "War Horse" to the stage, it was necessary to create convincing likenesses of horses.

The British company behind the play turned to the Handspring Puppet Company of South Africa for the job.

"War Horse" arrives at MSU’s Wharton Center tonight. There will be eight performances.

Broad Art Museum: Final Weeks of The Gift

Scott Pohl — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 05:00:01 +0000

One of the first major installations at MSU’s new Broad Art Museum is called The Gift. People posed for portraits that are hung together at the museum.

Steve Martin Brings The Steep Canyon Rangers To Wharton Center

Scott Pohl — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 04:00:01 +0000

Actor-comedian Steve Martin also plays the banjo. He’ll play with the Steep Canyon Rangers Sunday night at MSU.

MSU College Of Music Opens Cook Recital Hall

Scott Pohl — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 04:00:01 +0000

The performance space has been upgraded for both acoustics and comfort.

MSU Assistant Professor Of Music Prepares For Carnegie Hall Concert

Scott Pohl — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 04:00:01 +0000

Minsoo Sohn will play Bach's Goldberg Variations in New York on Saturday.

Pianist Ralph Votapek Remembers Van Cliburn Competition Win

Scott Pohl — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 04:00:01 +0000

Friday's concert with the Lansing Symphony Orchestra will feature Votapek playing two pieces that helped him win the prestigious competition 50 years ago.

Emmy Winner Tim Busfield Stars In "Vigil" At LCC

Scott Pohl — Tue, 11 Sep 2012 04:00:01 +0000

The East Lansing native is featured with local acting legend Carmen Decker.

Meet "Wicked" Star Billy Tighe

Scott Pohl — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 04:00:01 +0000

The Broadway musical “Wicked” is in its second and final week of another run at the Wharton Center. Billy Tighe plays Fiyero, the male lead in the story of the witches Elpheba and Glinda.