Art Beat - WUCF

Youngsters get involved in the performing arts through education and live stage productions. We'll talk with Katie Corrie from 'In The Limelight' - a theatrical company for kids and teens in Central Florida.

Surrealist works by students go on display at UCF's Center for Emerging Media. The exhibition is called 'Transformations' and includes photographs, paintings and sculptures. We're joined by one of the students, Heather Comparetto, who talks about the exhibit, her work, and her enthusiasm for surrealism.

The UCF Jazz Ensemble prepares to launch a professionally produced CD, Jazz Town. Professor Jeff Rupert from UCF's Jazz Studies program joins us to discuss how releasing the CD is teaching students about more than just recording an album.

The art of documentary filmmaking is explored in a new book by Emmy Award winning producer, writer and director, and Baldwin Park resident James Martin. We talk with Martin about his work and his storied career.

Emerging Orlando artists Sherri Bunye and Robert Ross make urban Orlando the focus of their works. We talk with the artists about their exhibit at the Avant Gallery at the City Arts Factory.

Short films from UCF’s past and present. The First Annual Fall Showcase takes place at UCF's Center for Emerging Media. We'll talk about the event which aims to open up the world of micro-budget and short filmmaking to the public.

The Crealdé School of Art celebrates 35 years in Winter Park with its annual auction event.

Play director David Lee talks with Katie Ball about time travel in "The Chimes," a production at the UCF Conservatory's Black Box Theater.

The Annual Global Peace Film Festival kicks off showcasing work from international and local directors. The festival, which originated in Central Florida, calls itself a place to honor those who promote global and community awareness of peace and environmental sustainability.

The University of Central Florida showcases diverse musical styles from Latin America to mark National Hispanic Heritage Month.