East Austin Now

East Austin Now October 13th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 15:18:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for October 13th was Emily Painton of Painton Gallery Emily has traveled early in her life and experienced art at an early age. She was supported by her parents, but it wasn't until later in her life she decided to paint. Please tune in to learn more about Emily Painton and the art she creates. It is an amazing journey I know you will enjoy. I did.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now September 29th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:49:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for September 29th were members from theThe City of Austin Cultural Arts Division Vincent Kitch and Megan Crigger. I was very pleased with the valuable information that Vincent and Megan shared about the City of Austin's Arts programs that help the community to grow and expand. Please click the play button below to learn more.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now September 15th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 23:40:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for September 15th was members from theThe Vestige Group. Please listen in to hear about past performance The Vestige Group have performed and what they are doing now. I know you will enjoy this entertaining interview. If you like to learn more please click on the link for The Vestige Group

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now September 8th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 15:37:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for September 8th was Chad, Melissa, and Bonnie discussingThe Pink Sun. What a wonderful conversation I had with the principal actors Chad and Melissa of Pink Sun, and the Director Bonnie. Listen in to hear about all the details.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now September 1st Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:32:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for Labor Day September 1st was Zell Miller III. The East Austin Now Show appreciates Zell Miller the 3rd for being in the studio today. I am thinking, you may want to listen, to Zell speak about his past performance on Radio Silence, and his upcoming show Hip Hop Explosion Theater playing at The Vortex. At the end of the show Zell surprised me with a treat by reciting one of his poems. You will definitely want to click the play button below. Word!

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now August 25th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 21:47:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for August 25th was Exstus. You will not want to miss listening to Exstus story of how he started as a musician and now composes and arranges his own electronic music. From starting at the fine age of 13 wanting to be a Heavy Metal Guitar God, to relaxed, self-taught, master craftsman, of Electronic Music. If you would like to learn more about Exstus after listening to his interview, I invite you to visit his website at Exstus.com

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now August 18th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 20:40:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guests for August 18th were Girls with Vices, Suzanne, Sarah, and Kelly. Also, owners of the newly opened East End Gallery

You will not want to miss hearing all the cool stuff Suzanne, Sarah, and Kelly are doing. For one they will doing a benefit concert September 23rd at Momos. Great line-up and a line-up you probably won't want to miss. The benefit will be helping Girls with Vices go to L.A. to sing at the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.

You will want to check out both Girls with Vices and the East End Gallery

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now August 11th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:59:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for August 11th was Kelly Abshire with Ararat Catering and Events, who shared her story about the original Ararat Restaurant. Also, Kelly talked about community and how important is to give back. You will be inspired by Kelly's story of finding her place with Ararat Catering and Events. Listen to find out more.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now August 4th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:19:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guests for August 4th were Maria Salazar with ArtSpark Festival, ArtSpark Festival and Ariel Carmona with the HBMG Foundation

Maria Salazar is a student at ACC and part of the Video Game group participating in the ArtSpark Festival HBMG Foundation ArtSpark Festival ArtSpark Festival Listen in to learn more about Maria and her love for video games.

Ariel Carmona's support as a Coordinator with HBMG Foundation, and it's annual ArtSpark Festival continues to support and assist participants in the Festival. Listen to hear Ariel explain how exciting this year's ArtSpark Festival will be.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now July 28th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:36:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guests for July 28th were Ariel Carmona with HBMG Foundation, and Andrew Varenhorst and Susie Gidseg with ELAN Productions a part of the ArtSpark Festival

Ariel Carmona is a multi-facted person involved with managing the HBMG Foundation. The focus of HBMG Foundation is to educate artists how they can support them self with their craft. HBMG Foundation annual event ArtSpark Festival is a vehicle that promotes that ideal and helps the so-called starving artist to empower them self to be successful.

Andrew Varenhorst is an ArtSpark Alumi who comes from a previous winning team. The team he was a part of won $6000.00 as a result of the effort they applied to create, write, and present an original performance. He continues this year with ELAN Production team to see if he can create again an original performance that will delight the audience.

Susie Gidseg is experiencing her first year at ArtSpark Festival with team ELAN Productions. ArtSpark has inspired her to use her Directing and Acting experience to help create an exciting and original performance.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now July 21st Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 05:15:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guests for July 21th were Dave Sullivan Executive Director for First Night Austin, and Ariel Carmona Event Chair and Board Member for First Night Austin.

Dave Sullivan has just arrived in Austin and is looking forward to learning how to be an Austinite. As the Executive Director for First Night Austin he brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this annual event. He tells about his memory of being a child in Boston on New Years Eve. Also, talks about how he became involved with First Night International during its infancy.

Ariel Carmona has been a part of the East Austin Art scene for many years. She talks about last year acts with excitement, and anticipation of seeing upcoming performances at this year's event. Ariel, loves being a part of organizing and coordinating First Night Austin.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now July 14th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 14:31:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guests for July 14th were Bonnie Cullum, Angelica, and Brenna from The Vortex School for Scandal. Angelica and Brenna are actors in the play School for Scandal which is part of The Vortex Youth Theatre Program. Each year a handfull of actors are selected from applications submmited by youth in the Austin Area. The Vortex at no charge provide a program that encourages and nurtures these young actors with seasoned Adult actors to present a play to the public. This year it was School for Scandal

Bonnie Cullum Actress, Director, Producer, and Owner of The Vortex spoke about the Youth Theatre Program. For the past 17 years The Vortex has sponsored youth from around Austin to experience Theatre at no charge to them or their family. The program was born from Bonnie's own experience as a youth when entering the world of Drama.

Angelica, is a product of her mother (of course) being a Director in Theatre. I guess you could say it is in her DNA to be an Actress. Her favorite thing about East Austin is the wonderful restaurants, and vibrant community that support the vivaciousness of East Austin. Angelica was named after Angelica Houston the famous Actress. Also, Angelica is an Alumni of The Vortex Youth Theatre Program.

Brenna, favorite thing about East Austin is the Theatre, especially The Vortex. Being from the other side of Austin she loves the vibe and warmth that East Austin portrays when she visits the East Austin area. She has recently been involved in Theatre when in middle school and is excited about being involved with The Vortex Youth Theatre Program.

VORTEX Summer Youth Theatre presents: School for Scandal.
by Richard Brinsley Sheridan | Directed by Betsy McCann and Gabriel Maldonado
July 25-27 (Fri-Sun 8pm) & July 31-August 2 (Thurs-Sat 8pm), 2008 **2 WEEKS ONLY!**

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now July 7th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:58:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guests for July 7th were Sherry Ransom, author of Three Paths Three Choices. Next was the director Norman Blumensaadt of the Tom White play "What I Want Right Now", and actors Ling Wong, Omid Gorashi, and Amy Lewis. The play is at The Vortex until July 18th. Listen to hear Sherry describe the 5 Pretenders that talk to us and lead us away from our dreams, and how to STOP them from misguiding you. Plus, the cast of "What I Want Right Now" describe their roles in the play, and what we all have in common with the characters of the play.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now June 30th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:48:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on KOOP 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for June 30th show was, the group A Pocket Full of Deng. What a great time I had talking with Patrick, Frenchie, Jackson, and Billy from A Pocketful of Deng. Please listen to this fun interview with the group A Pocket Full of Deng.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now June 23rd Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 02:55:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for June 23rd show was, Jeff Lofton. If you like to learn more about Jeff, I invite you to check out, Jeff Lofton's Website. I had a great conversation with Jeff about which musicians inspired him, and where he is playing next. Please listen to Jeff Lofton share comments about his life.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now June 16th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:58:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for June 16th show was, Joe Rodriguez, of Joe Rodriguez Music. We discussed how he taught himself how to play the guitar. Then reviewed the songs he wrote and what was his inspiration for writing the song. Please listen to the great stories Joe' shares about his music.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now June 9th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 14:20:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for June 9th show was, Sarah Gerichten, President of the Spank Dance Company. We discussed how she became involved in dance. What role did the President of the Company play in the Spank Dance Company? Please listen to hear Sarah's responses and much more.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now June 2nd show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:45:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for June 2nd show was, Lorella Luftus and Jennifer Underwood who are performing in the play The Beauty Queen from Leenane at The Vortex . We discussed what was their inspiration into theater and how did they get their start into theater. Also, they performed a part of the 2nd act from The Beauty Queen from Leenane. I invite you to visit The Vortex website at http://vortexrep.org to learn more about ticket prices, dates, and times of the play The Beauty Queen of Leenane.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now May 26th show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Thu, 29 May 2008 22:07:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for May 26th show was, Kathy Hamrick with Kathy Dunn Hamrick Dance Company . We discussed how she became involved in dance, and her involvement with teaching the community dance. I invite you to visit her website at http://kdhdance.com to learn more about Kathy and upcoming events.

I look forward to your comments.

All the best

Chris

East Austin Now Monday May 20th Show

noreply@blogger.com (Chris Holcombe) — Sun, 25 May 2008 16:26:00 +0000

You're listening to the East Austin Now show on 91.7 FM in Austin, Texas. Every Monday from 1:30-2:00pm CST.

My guest for the May 20th show was, Jeff Wallace with the Earthworm Society. We discuss their first event at the Austin Children Museum, and what is the purpose of the Earthworm Society. I invite you to listen and let me know what you think.

All the best,
Chris.

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