Out and About

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Laura Evancho and Merce Baldwin join host Jenn Gordon to talk about the long-anticipated reopening of Wheels O’Time Museum. The museum boasts major updates including a new exhibition building, pedal operated exhibitions, and a special curated photo exhibit entitled “A Dose of Hope in a Pandemic”. The museum reopens to the public on May 1. Hours of operation are Wednesday thru Sunday from noon to 5:00 PM. Learn more at Wheels O'Time Museum.

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dan Matisa and Mia Katz join us to talk about Bradley University's upcoming production of "The Importance of Being Earnest."

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Artistic Director of the Heartland Festival Orchestra David Commanday joins Jenn Gordon to talk about Beethoven’s incomparable 5th Piano Concerto (“The Emperor”) and Mendelssohn’s brilliant 4th Symphony (“The Italian”). The concert will take place at Five Points Washington on Saturday, April 17 at 7:30 p.m. and will also feature guest artist Christopher Taylor at the Steinway, performing Beethoven’s masterful concerto. The concert benefits Heart of Illinois Big Brothers and Big Sisters. To purchase in-person tickets or a live stream pass visit Heartland Festival Orchestra.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, John Heintzman and Hattie Lee join host Jenn Gordon to talk about “Bound Together: Cultural Patterns”. The show features a collection of Hattie Lee’s mixed-media work influenced by her own ancestry. As a registered member of the Cherokee Nation she is influenced by her great grandmother’s heritage and stories, and desires to continue that legacy in her family. The exhibit will be on display at the Peoria Art Guild from April 2 until April 30. For more information visit the Peoria Art Guild.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, William Butler joins Jenn Gordon to talk about the two current exhibits up at the Contemporary Art Center Guns in America and Making Faces at the World.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Scott Kanoff and Grace Sergott join host Jenn Gordon to talk about Bradley University’s theatrical production of “Good Kids”. The searing and timely play by Naomi Iizuka is based on a highly publicized sexual assault involving Steubenville, Ohio high school students in 2012. Bradley University Senior Grace Sergott directs the production with performances being live streamed from March 24 – 27, with on demand viewing options available from March 31 to April 4.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, David Commanday joins Jenn Gordon to talk about the Heartland Festival Orchestra’s upcoming concert, ‘Baroque at Its Best’. The concert will feature HFO musicians Ji-Myung Kim, Alex Malaimare, and Evan Tammen performing works by Marcello, Vivaldi, and Bach. In true Baroque style, the Maestro himself will trade in his baton for a cello bow, to perform as part of the ensemble for an intimate and lively concert. For more information and to purchase tickets call 309.339.3943 or visit Heartland Festival Orchestra.

On this week's episode of Out and About, you'll hear from renowned Bass Baritone Ryan Speedo Green and New York Times Magazine writer Daniel Bergner. They talk about Ryan's incredible journey to the Metropolitan Opera as chronicled in Daniel's book, "Sing for Your Life."

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Bill Conger joins Jenn Gordon to talk about the reopening of the Peoria Riverfront Museum. Find out about the exciting renovations that have happened during the shutdown, as well as three new exhibits opening on March 6, including 101 Treasure of the Peoria Riverfront Museum, American Story: Bronzeville to Harlem, and American Verses: Terry Adkins, Mark Bradford & Kerry James Marshall. Learn more at The Peoria Riverfront Museum.

On this week’s episode of Out and About, Kelleen Nitsch joins Jenn Gordon to talk about Legally Blonde – The Musical presented by Nitsch Theatre Arts at Five Points Washington. The show runs February 19 -Feb 21 with evening and matinee performances. For more information or to purchase tickets visit Nitsch Theatre Arts.