Tim Bond, Artistic Director of TheatreWorks Silicon Valley, discusses how the pandemic influenced his theater company and discusses the current show, “Lizard Boy,” as well as shows in the upcoming season. He also talks about his early interest in theater and how his career led him to TheatreWorks. Hosted by Richard Wolinsky.
KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “The Claim” by Tim Cowbury, directed by Rebecca Novick, at Shotgun Players Ashby Stage through November 7, 2021.
George Saunders, author of the novel “Lincoln in the Bardo,” in conversation with Richard Wolinsky. George Saunders is the highly acclaimed author of several short story collections, including “Tenth of December,” “CivilWarLand in Bad Decline,” “In Persuasion Nation” and others, along with political commentary that recently appeared in The New Yorker and other magazines. This podcast was first posted Feb. 26, 2017,
KPFA theatre critic Richard Wolinsky reviews “Jesus Christ Superstar,” the 50th Anniversary touring production, which runs through November 7th at the Golden Gate Theater.
Daniel Handler discusses his latest novel, “Poison for Breakfast by Lemony Snicket” and other topics, in this wide-ranging interview with host Richard Wolinsky.
We speak with political sportswriter Dave Zirin about his latest book, The Kaepernick Effect: Taking a Knee, Changing the World. Dave Zirin, is the author of ten books on the politics of sports, most recently, The Kaepernick Effect: Taking a Knee, Changing the World. Named one of UTNE Reader’s “50 Visionaries Who Are Changing Our World,” Zirin … Continued
We speak with chef, author and publisher Bryant Terry about food justice and his latest book, Black Food: Stories, Art, and Recipes from Across the African Diaspora.
We speak with Dr. Venus Evans-Winters and Hodari B. Davis about the education of Black children, in particular Black girls. Guests: Dr. Venus Evans-Winters is former Professor of Education Policy and Research at Illinois State University in the Department of Educational Administration. She is also the Founder of Planet Venus and creator of the Write Like A Scholar … Continued
We speak with Hip Hop legend DJ Kool Herc about the 40th Anniversary of Hip Hop. Clive Campbell (born April 16, 1955), better known by his stage name DJ Kool Herc, is a Jamaican-American DJ who is credited for originating hip hop music in the Bronx, New York City.
Davey D speaks with Hip Hop pioneer Grandmaster Flash. Grandmaster Flash and the Furious Five were American hip hop group formed in the South Bronx of New York City in 1978. The group’s members were Grandmaster Flash, Melle Mel, The Kidd Creole, Keef Cowboy, Scorpio and Rahiem. The group’s use of turntablism, breakbeat DJing, and conscious lyricism … Continued
