Regional Arts Commission, Foundry Art Centre, and COVID Boosters
The Work of Art: The Regional Arts Commission
This short documentary from HEC Films chronicles the rich history of St. Louis’ Regional Arts Commission. Everything from it's support of artists to it's impact on the region's economy and the challenges in funding the arts during the current global pandemic are explored.
Review of Iphigenia in Splott
Read Gerry Kowarsky's review of this new production by Upstream Theater that local audiences have been waiting two years to see. He considers this show worth the wait thanks to "a towering performance by Jennifer Theby-Quinn." Iphigenia in Splott continues through February 6th at the Marcelle Theatre.
COVID-19 Booster Shots For Kids
"I believe strongly in the boosters. I think we should be boosting because you have a better layer of protection, for not only them, but for the people that love them and the people they love." These are the words of Jason Newland, MD, MEd, pediatric infectious diseases physician at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
Jody Williams at the Foundry
Botanical Artist Jody Williams' latest show at the Foundry Art Centre is a beautiful collection of watercolor paintings highlighting Missouri’s diverse population of mushrooms.
More New Foundry Exhibits
Visitors to the Foundry Art Centre will also see solo shows by Multimedia Artist Kalven Duncan, Painter Rachel Ferguson, and Textile Artist Judy Duggan-McCormack in the main gallery space.
One-on-One with Bestselling Author James Rollins
New York Times bestselling author James Rollins discusses The Starless Crown, the first book in his new MoonFall Saga series. While he's best known for his thrillers, this foray into fantasy isn't entirely out of the writer's wheelhouse. Learn about his history in St. Louis, how he got started writing, and what this latest novel has in store for it's readers.
Watch Spotlight every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. on Channel 11
In this week's episode travel back in time with Missouri writers over the past 200 years, discover a research study shedding light on COVID vaccine protection while taking immunosuppressants, meet the man that tunes the organ at the Fabulous Fox Theater, discover the natural beauty of Missouri Mushrooms through watercolor, and learn what is it about the Strolling Strings that has Lindbergh High students raving.
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