dsm CultureCast

Matthew McIver (Iowa Stage Theatre Co.'s 2021-22 Season Opener)

Matthew McIver, Iowa Stage Theatre Co.'s artistic director, is ramping up for "The Cake," which launches its 2021-22 season opener on Friday, Nov. 12. We go over his thoughts on the show, what the past year and a half as been like, and why this is a season opener like no other. Find out more information about Iowa Stage Theatre online. [http://iowastage.org]  Music by Admiral Bob.

Tobi Parks (xBk and Station 1 Records)

Today we are joined by Tobi Parks, a leader in the local music scene. She helped launch Station 1 Records [http://www.station1records.com], a label focused on growing music talent locally, and xBk [https://www.xbklive.com], a live music venue. We go over what Tobi has been up to lately, her journey in music and more.  Music by Admiral Bob.

Madison Ray (musician and actor)

Today we are joined by Madison Ray, a musician, actor and active member of the local arts scene. We chat about his beginnings in music, travels to Japan and return to Des Moines. We also go over what he's been up to lately, including his work with The Finesse [https://www.thefinessemusic.com/], a local band.  Music by Admiral Bob.

Tiffany Johnson and Mark Pullen ("A Love Offering")

Today we are joined by Tiffany Johnson, artistic director with Pyramid Theatre Co., and Mark Pullen, actor with the Des Moines Community Playhouse, to talk about a new show, "A Love Offering," which opens Friday, June 4. The performance is the first in a collaboration between the Playhouse and Pyramid Theatre.  You can find more information here [https://www.dmplayhouse.com/events/a-love-offering/] Music by Admiral Bob.

Larassa Kabel (artist)

Today we are joined by Larassa Kabel, a local artist known for her large-scale, out-of-the-box creations. We discuss her beginnings in art, some of her favorite works and her upcoming exhibition at Moberg Gallery this summer.  Music by Admiral Bob.