Short List with host Bob Naujoks Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturday at 7 AM Formidable Flutes: Frank Wess Frank Wess began as a classical artist. He switched to jazz as an early teenager and by 19 he was playing in big bands. After leaving the military, following World War II, …
Starlighters II Theater in Anamosa presents “The Miss Firecracker Contest” June 22 – July 1. From the pen Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Beth Henley, it’s a comedy set in 1980s Mississippi about a local beauty pageant, complete with the hair, clothing styles, and slang that Director Kathryn Williams admits somewhat ruefully, that she had to explain …
The 88th season of the Cedar Rapids Community Concert Association brings five concerts (actually 6) to the Paramount Theatre beginning in September. For the first time, KCCK’s Corridor Jazz Project, which brings 13 high school jazz bands together for a concert featuring adult guest artists, will be a part of the Association’s series. Also included …
Short List with host Bob Naujoks Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturday at 7 AM Corridor Shortlist: Paul Williams Guitarist and vocalist Paul Williams is in the spotlight this week. He and his wife, pianist Gail Williams, have been a steady presence in Eastern Iowa doing a variety of music, including …
Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre presents the classic musical “Brigadoon” on the scenic grounds of the Brucemore mansion June 14-17. Performers from around the country will bring this tale of a Scottish village that only appears in our world for one day every 100 years to life. Stephanie Johnson, and Tad Ennen return to Cedar Rapids, …
We are pleased to announce that a familiar face will taking over KCCK’s fundraising efforts, as Michelle Collier will succeed Lisa Baum as KCCK’s Development Director. Since joining KCCK in 2015 as Office Manager and Development Assistant, Michelle has shown a keen interest in getting more involved in our fundraising. She took it upon herself to take grant-writing …
The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art has two new exhibits that will be up through the summer. Assistant Curator Kate Kunau says “The Grand Tour” shows the legendary cities of Europe through the eyes of artists. “Setting the Table,” is a collection of still life work, which began in the 17th century as a way …
Short List with host Bob Naujoks Monday – Friday at 8:35 AM and Saturday at 7 AM Corridor Shortlist: Matt Bernemann & Rich Medd Featured this week on the Short List are short sketches of drummer Matt Bernemann and trombonist Rich Medd. Bernemann has been a teacher and player for two decades and …
