Westfield News ArtsBeat 1/31/22

Westfield News ArtsBeat on MassLive 1/31/22. Barrington Stage announces 2022 season. MOSSO makes music in Westfield. Arts news for WMass and No.CT. https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2022/01/arts-beat-mosso-musicians-love-letters-coming-to-local-stages.html

February Client Newsletter

February, 2022 Dear Clients, Colleagues and Friends, We're pleased to showcase our clients’ activities. The ArtsHub of Western Massachusetts is up-and-running. It will become a center for the creative economy, performing and visual artists, venues, and more. The site has calendar listings, jobs, and funding opportunities and more. People can post their programs and services through Common Ground, accessible through the ArtsHub. https://www.artshubwma.org/ And, as a footnote, the ArtsHub held a successful Virtual summit in January. I was honored to be a part of the planning committee, to have the opportunity to present a seminar, and to introduce/moderate programs presented by my esteemed colleagues Jeffrey Dreisbach of McCorkle Casting, Kristen Van Ginhoven of WAM Theatre, Daniel Elihu Kramer of Chester Theatre; Janine Fondon of Bay Path University, Sean Moloney of Dramatic Life (Dramatic Health), Nancy Wheeler from WheelerConnect and others. MOSSO, The Musicians of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra dedicated to bringing professional symphonic music to Western Massachusetts, performed three concerts in Longmeadow during December. They launch a three-concert series at The Westfield Athenaeum on March 10. The Aryaloka Quartet with violinists Mark Latham and Beth Wely, violist Noralee Walker, and cellist Sandi-jo Malmon perform music by William Grant Still, Charles Ives, Beethoven, and Henry Mancini. For concert information: https://www.westath.org/ For MOSSO details: https://www.springfieldsymphonymusicians.com/. Shameless Self-Promotion ArtsBeat in print now runs in Westfield News and on Mondays online on MassLive. You’ll need to subscribe to read ArtsBeat, because it’s behind the paywall. ArtsBeat. The weekly ArtsBeat TV/.Radio program airs on Westfield Community Programming 15, Southwick Community Programming, Agawam Media (new), and 89.5fm/WSKB on Fridays at 8AM. Programs are archived at WSKB Community Radio’s YouTube page. ArtsBeat also appears on Tuesdays on Pioneer Valley Radio’s Brad Shepard Today. Stream after 6AM on their new podcast platform. https://pioneervalleyradio.podbean.com/ On The Mark, airs on Wednesdays at 8AM on WCPC15, Southwick Community Programming, and 89.5fm/WSKB. There are two ongoing series within On The Mark: What Young People Think with area high school and college students sharing their views. And Athenaeum Spotlight with Guy McLain features programs on history and art. Episodes are archived on YouTube on WSKB Community Radio’s YouTube page. Succeeding in Small Business runs my monthly column on public relations and marketing. https://www.succeedinginsmallbusiness.com/ Spring’s around the corner. Let’s hope the Groundhog brings the right news.

Pioneer Valley Radio Review: Broadway at The Bushnell

Pioneer Valley Radio Review: Broadway at the Bushnell. “What The Constitution Means to Me”. segment begins at: 3:02 https://pioneervalleyradio.podbean.com/e/brad-shepard-today-friday-january-28-2022/

Media Release: MOSSO Westfield Concert Series

WESTFIELD ATHENAEUM AND MOSSO (MUSICIANS OF THE SPRINGFIELD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA), LAUNCH THREE-CONCERT CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES ON MARCH 10 Westfield, MA: The Westfield Athenaeum will present a three-concert chamber music series, beginning Thursday, March 10, at 7PM, with Musicians of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra, known as MOSSO, providing the music. MOSSO violinist Beth Welty is bringing her ensemble, The Aryaloka Quartet to the Athenaeum to kick off the series. Guy McLain, Executive Director of the Westfield Athenaeum, will offer a pre-performance talk at 6PM, which is free to ticket holders. Violinists Mark Latham and Beth Welty, violist Noralee Walker, and cellist Sandi-Jo Malmon will perform William Grant Still’s Lyric String Quartet; Charles Ives’ String Quartet #1 Op.57 “From The Salvation Army: A Revival Service”; Beethoven’s String Quartet in C major, op. 59 #3; and an additional piece to be announced at the performance. McLain, said “We’re thrilled to bring classical music back to downtown Westfield, and we look forward to working with MOSSO, the Musicians of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra to make that happen”. He said two additional concerts are planned for Thursday, April 14, and Thursday, May 12. Beth Welty of MOSSO said, the members of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra have fond memories of their many summer performances at Stanley Park, and we’re glad to return to Westfield and the Westfield Athenaeum. We chose an eclectic program to open our Westfield season, including a classic by Beethoven, a work from a major 20th century New England composer, Charles Ives; a work from an important African-American composer, William Grant Still, and a contemporary selection that most audience members will know. Tickets for the concert, $20.00, must be purchased in advance at The Westfield Athenaeum during business hours, or online at https://www.westath.org/. Audience members will be required to wear masks. . MOSSO is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, which is not a subsidiary of nor affiliated with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra Inc. MOSSO was organized by the musicians this year to produce and perform concerts in Greater Springfield and Western Massachusetts, and to date, they have presented their musicians in pop-up concerts throughout the area, performances with local ensembles including the Springfield Jazz and Roots Festival; a full orchestral performance with Maestro Kevin Rhodes in Springfield’s Symphony Hall, and the recent series of chamber ensemble concerts in Longmeadow. For further information about MOSSO’s programs, visit MOSSO at www.SpringfieldSymphonyMusicians.com, or find MOSSO on Facebook at Facebook.com/mossomusicians The Westfield Athenaeum, located in downtown Westfield, serves as the cultural center for the city. In addition to an active public library, providing a range of information services, the Athenaeum features an art museum with regular exhibits of regional artists, and a history museum, documenting the history of Westfield and the surrounding region from 1669 to the present day. For information on the Westfield Athenaeum: www.westath.org -30-

ArtsBeat TV/Radio 1/28/22

PROGRAM NOTE: NEW ArtsBeat TV/Radio FRI 8AM on WCPC15, 89.5fm/WSKB, Agawam Media, and Southwick Community Programming. Theatre Reporter Tim Leininger and his “One Man’s Opinion” podcast, and Playhouse on Park’s Tracy Flater. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BCpm2flJFIo

ArtsBeat on Pioneer. Valley Radio 1/25/22

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio. Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous brings laughs to Hartford Stage, plus news from the Mahaiwe, Berkshire Theatre Group, Chester Theatre and more. Segment begins at: 2:26. https://pioneervalleyradio.podbean.com/e/brad-shepard-today-tuesday-january-25-2022/

Westfield News ArtsBeat 1/24/22

Today's Westfield News ArtsBeat on MassLive. Barrington Stage's 10x10 New Play Festival, Ko Festival presents Piti Theatre, Chester celebrates Poitier, and arts news for WMass and No.CT. https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2022/01/arts-beat-poitiers-legacy-to-be-discussed-at-chester-theatre.html

On The Mark TV/Radio 1/26/22

PROGRAM NOTE: NEW On The Mark, WED 8AM on WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. Guests: Westfield Schools Superintendent Stefan Czaporowski, and Suzanne Boniface and Edmund Payzant Jr. from Westfield State University, Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vX4BkVydauw

ArtsBeat TV/Radio 1/21/22

PROGRAM NOTE. NEW ArtsBeat TV/Radio tomorrow 8AM on WCPC15, Southwick Community Programming, Agawam Media and 89.5fm/WSKB. We chat with Majestic Theatre’s Danny Eaton, and indigenous artist Justin Beatty. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nnW9uZ9VVa8

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 1/18/22

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio. Cassie Beck headlines “What The Constitution Means to Me” at the Bushnell. “Five Guys Named Moe” rock the rafters at Playhouse on Park. Kate Maguire’s an Actor’s Fund Award winner. Plus more arts news. Segment begins at: 2:00 https://pioneervalleyradio.podbean.com/e/brad-shepard-today-tuesday-january-18-2022/

On The Mark TV/Radio 1/19/22

PROGRAM NOTE: NEW On The Mark TV/Radio WED 8AM on WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. Guests: Cary Unkelbach, author of the award-winning “Heartbreak Kennel” and voice-over artist Lee Gordon. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lgwBFyKRJms

Westfield News/MassLive ArtsBeat 1/16/22

ArtsBeat in Westfield News/Mass Live 1/16/22. "What The Constitution Means to Me" at The Bushnell; "Five Guys Named Moe" at Playhouse on Park, and arts news for WMass and No.CT. https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2022/01/arts-beat-tony-nominated-constitution-comes-to-the-bushnell.html

ArtsBeat TV/Radio 1/14/22

NEW ArtsBeat TV/Radio from WCPC15, Southwick Community Programming, Agawam Media and 89.5fm/WSKB. Author Kevin Winkler pens a bio of Tommy Tune. Vana Nespor’s new play profiles COVID’s impact on a small West Virginia town. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TT7uW3vIxF4

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 1/11/22

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio. Broadway Week news, a new leader for NEPM, Hartford Symphony’s New Year “New World” and more. Segment begins at 1:32. PS. A Springfield Symphony story follows. https://pioneervalleyradio.podbean.com/e/brad-shepard-today-tuesday-january-11-2022/

Westfield News/MassLive ArtsBeat 1/10/22

My ArtsBeat column for Westfield News/MassLive. 1/10/22. https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2022/01/arts-beat-snap-up-tickets-take-train-to-broadway-week.html

Athenaeum Spotlight with Guy McLain 1/12/22

PROGRAM NOTE: NEW ““Athenaeum Spotlight with Guy McLain”. WED 8AM von WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. MOSSO is coming to Westfield. Meet musicians Ellen Redman, Marsha Harbison, and Bob Lawrence. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8UDRtA3wdQ

January Column: Succeeding in Small Business

My January article for Succeeding in Small Business. Are bloggers and podcasters on your media list? https://www.succeedinginsmallbusiness.com/your-media-list-should-include/

ArtsBeat TV/Radio 1/07/22

PROGRAM NOTE: NEW ArtsBeat TV/Radio FRI 8AM on WCPC15,Southwick Community Programming, Agawam Community Programming and 89.5fm/WSKB. Hubbard Hall’s David Snider talks about his new arts administration book. And, Michael Buster McMahon has written a play! Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wjQU7EE268

ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio 1/04/22

New ArtsBeat on Pioneer Valley Radio. The WMass Arts Hub Virtual Summit brings resources to the creative community. Hartford Stage presents Angry, Raucous and Shamelessly Gorgeous by Springfield native Pearl Cleage. Another Springfield native, Laiona Michelle, brings her hit musical “Little Girl Blue” to New York. Segment begins at: 7:40 https://pioneervalleyradio.podbean.com/e/brad-shepard-today-tuesday-january-4-2022/

MassLive ArtsBeat 1/03/22

My ArtsBeat column now appears in MassLive. https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2022/01/arts-beat-umass-summit-to-help-artists-build-back-business.html

On The Mark TV/Radio 1/05/22

PROGRAM NOTE: New On The Mark TV/Radio WED on WCPC15 and 89.5fm/WSKB. Meet Maureen Sullivan, event planner and marketing stylist, and Michael Ballway, the new editor of The Westfield News. Watch! Listen! Stream! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=82cv3R6lg70