Exhibit Explores the Staying Power of Children’s Stories

Where The Wild Things Are

Whether it’s the tale of Max and his fearsome-looking monster friends in Maurice Sendak’s Where The Wild Things Are, or the bull who preferred smelling flowers to fighting matadors in Munro Leaf’s The Story of Ferdinand, a good children’s book can be remembered forever.

Oh Momma!

by Ian Stewart
Thu, May 10, 2012
Carla Bruni

Right off the bat, I want to clarify a little something about this week's World Music Show (5/12). It's not all about Mothers or Mothers who are musicians. Oh sure, I'll feature a few artists who happen to be mother's. But the main crux of this week's show is an ode to a mother I'm quite fond of, my wife Mariah, who happens to also be the mother of my two kids, Piper and Emmett.

Meet the Atlantic Chamber Ensemble (ACE)

by Bobbie Barajas
Thu, May 10, 2012
Atlantic Chamber Ensemble

The Atlantic Chamber Ensemble (ACE) is WCVE Public Radio’s Ensemble in Residence.

Launching its inaugural season in the fall of 2011, ACE is a dynamic group of young professional musicians based in Richmond, Virginia who are members of the Richmond Symphony and faculty members at institutions such as Virginia Commonwealth University, the College of William and Mary, and the University of Richmond.

"Dessa Rose" at Firehouse Theatre Project Reviewed

John Porter in Theater Reviews

Just how powerful can a musical drama be? WCVE's ATC theater critic John Porter reviews "Dessa Rose."

Two-hours of Global Goodness

by Ian Stewart
Fri, May 4, 2012
Carsick Cars

If I were a carnival barker (do they still have those?), I'd have that uber-huge megaphone out on the streets of Richmond right now. And through that funnel of sound enhancement, I'd be shouting that on this week's World Music Show (5/5), there is something for everyone. From Big Noise Funky Tropicalismo music to garage-rock out of China, the show will be a cacophony of beats. 

The Doctors of Jazz at O’Bank’s Sunday May 6

by Lanny Fields
Thu, May 3, 2012
The Doctors of Jazz

I was having breakfast the other day at O’Bank’s Cafe and Grill when the friendly waiter/bartender asked, “Do you like jazz?”  That sounded like a trick question*, so I hesitated by saying “Umm…,” when he followed up with, “Let me rephrase that.  Do you like New Orleans jazz?”  I answered with a resounding “Yes!”  The reason he asked is because traditional New Orleans jazz band The

"Steel Magnolias" a Must See Performance

John Porter in Theater Reviews

New versions of well known works can be a real challenge. WCVE's ATC theater critic John Porter looks at "Steel Magnolias."

Unusual Suspects #3! Look at How We Sneak Up On the Blues!

by Henry Cook
Fri, April 27, 2012
Invsible Invaders - John Agar

Sure...you can say this is a bit much to do a radio show--but John and I need all the protection we can get as we try to capture elusive blues! Join us for Time for the Blues this week (4/29/12) as we present more artists not normally associated with the blues! You won't believe it!

The Incredible Search for Hidden Reggae Beats

by Ian Stewart
Fri, April 27, 2012
The Specials

On this week's World Music Show (4/28) we put on our detective hats and begin a tireless search for hidden Reggae beats in some classic New Wave/Pop songs. Sure, it's going to be a tough job, but with your help, we'll be able to achieve the ultimate trophy--an interesting show to tell the kids about.

"Scorched Earth" a Must See

John Porter in Theater Reviews

Hows does a home grown world premiere hold up against the rest of the season? WCVE's ATC theater critic John Porter on "Scorched Earth."