Shannon Easter White, Trustee of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA), discusses how the FIA collaborates with the community of Flint in ways that go beyond just art and culture.
The Flint Institute of Arts’ President of the Board of Directors Thomas Lillie, Trustee Kathryn Boles, Trustee Elizabeth Saab discuss the impact FIA has on their visitors and how the community of Flint helps shape the programs and exhibits the institute offers.
John Henry, Museum Director of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA), discusses the FIA’s current programs and how art education is important for the growth of the community.
Elizabeth Murphy, Immediate Past President of the Board of Directors of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA), discusses her time with the FIA and her excitement for its future.
Dr. Bobby Mukkamala, Flint community leader, medical doctor, and the Chair of the American Medical Association discusses Flint, the community, and the importance of The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA) to the community.
The Flint Institute of Arts (FIA) is the second-largest art museum in Michigan and one of the largest museum-connected community art schools in the United States. The FIA makes art accessible and inclusive to all members of their community through permanent collection and temporary exhibitions: guided tours; lectures and community dialogues; art classes, workshops, and studio demonstrations; gallery, studio, and outreach programs for PreK-12, Head Start, and homeschool students; films and videos; print, audio, and multimedia resources.
In this collaboration with The Flint Institute of Arts, we spoke to Flint community leaders and discusses the work they do to provide spaces of art and culture to the people of Flint, Michigan.
Shelley Brown, President and CEO of State Theatre Center for the Arts Inc in Pennsylvania, discusses the importance of the theatre experience and how new generations are learning to interact with and appreciate theatre in their lives and in the community. This interview was produced in collaboration with PBS39 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Kassie Hilgert, President and CEO of ArtsQuest, discusses the organization’s arts and culture programs for urban revitalization and the importance of art and creativity in the economy. This interview was produced in collaboration with PBS39 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Lin Erickson, Executive Director and CEO of the Da Vinci Science Center, talks about the organization’s mission to spur the imaginations and curiosity of children through science and creation. This interview was produced in collaboration with PBS39 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Royal Aills, Station General Manager of RSUTV, talks about the station’s impact in northeast Oklahoma and what it takes to build out programming that connects with a diverse community. This interview was produced in partnership with RSUTV in Oklahoma.
Keith Elder, Executive Director of Tulsa Symphony, discusses how this relatively new (ets. 2005) and impactful organization was born from a need in the arts community of Tulsa, Oklahoma and how its programming drives and inspires the community. This interview was produced in partnership with RSUTV in Oklahoma.
Marcello Angelini, Artistic Director of Tulsa Ballet, discusses the history of the 63-year-old ballet company and its important role in the powerful and unique arts community of Oklahoma. This interview was produced in collaboration with RSUTV.
Ken Busby, Executive Director & CEO of the Route 66 Alliance discusses how the road became a historic route and how the organization supports and protects it by collaborating with all 8 Route 66 states. This interview was produced in collaboration with RSUTV.
Executive Director of the Duluth Library Foundation, discusses the importance of libraries for education and building a community. This episode was produced in collaboration with WDSE/WRPT.
The Shakespeare Center of Los Angeles’ Founder and Executive Artistic Director Ben Donenberg, Board Chair Wendy Garen, and Youth and Education Consultant Chris Anthony, discuss how the organization is managed and how they help their community connect to the arts with programs like Veterans in Art. This interview was produced in collaboration with KLCS.
In this collaboration with WDSE in Duluth, host Mark Oppenheim interviews nonprofit leaders from Northeastern Minnesota and discuss the work they do to improve the communities they serve.
In this collaboration with KLCS in Los Angeles, host Mark Oppenheim interviews nonprofit leaders from Los Angeles and discuss the work they do to improve the communities they serve.
WIPB’s General Manager Dan Lutz, Director of Content Lori Georgi, and Manager of Community Engagement Michelle Kinsey discuss the history of content featured on the channel and how the spirit of Indiana is infused within all of their work. This interview was produced in collaboration with WIPB – Indiana Public Broadcasting at Ball State University.
David Mickenberg, President and CEO of Allentown Museum of Art, discusses the museum as an organization created by the community and how the museum has gathered its impressive collection over the years. This interview was produced in collaboration with PBS39 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
Jennifer Johnson, Executive Director of the Muncie Symphony Orchestra, discusses engaging audiences and community members alike through the multifaceted benefits of symphonic music. This interview was produced in collaboration with WIPB – Indiana Public Broadcasting at Ball State University.