Have you ever wanted to sit down with a Central City Opera singer, director, conductor, or production staff member and get to know them (and what they do) a little better? You’re in luck - our podcasts feature interviews with artists and others involved in our operas this season, plus insights from local experts on the Festival offerings. Find out more about the fascinating people who make the magic happen on the Central City Opera House stage.
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Hometown Broadcasting - 102.3 the Bug & 93.1/1600 the Wave located in Central Wisconsin present community interviews, sports and more.
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Season 9, Episode 1 - Artistic Director Alison Moritz and Managing Director Adam Scurto on the 2024 Festival
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On this episode, Central City Opera's new Artistic Director Alison Moritz, and Managing Director of External Affairs Adam Scurto discuss the 2024 Festival Season. Join Alison and Adam as they discuss the future of Central City Opera, give tips on how to get the best out of Central City whether it's your first time or your hundredth, and talk about …
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Alex talked about UW administrator pay raises, ACT 10, and Constitutional amendments voters will be voting on.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Dick talks about EAA AirVenture 2024 coming up in Oshkosh next week.By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Tuba Dan Show - Wednesday, July 17th, 2024
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Join Tuba Dan and Corky on the Wave 93.1 FM AM 1600 every Wednesday night for another Radio Road polka fest!By Hometown Broadcasting
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Jason Mansmith of the Thrasher talks about Second City returning to the Opera House and other upcoming performances.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Luke Dretske at the Republican National Convention
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Berlin resident and RNC Delegate Luke Dretske gives us a little flavor of what it is like to be at the convention in Milwaukee.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Envision Greater Fond du Lac Sadie Howell
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Sadie talks about their 90 by 90 program, a presentation to the Ripon Common Council, getting ready for EAA, and more.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Amber Kilawee of the United Way talks about "Reading with a Dock Spider" which will be held Friday at Riverside and Parkside Elementary Schools in Fond du Lac.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Ellen Sorensen talks about a panel discussion this Wednesday about the two referendum questions that would change the state constitution.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Sam talks about the assassination attempt on former President Trump, creating a Fond du Lac County campus, and the Riggs County Park All Inclusive playground.By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Tuba Dan Show - Sunday, July 14th, 2024
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Join Tuba Dan and Corky this Sunday morning for another tune-filled show on Radio Road!By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Tuba Dan Show - Saturday, July 13th, 2024
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Tuba Dan and Corky play another round of polka hits today!By Hometown Broadcasting
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Tune in to the Knuth Brew Talk...? Food, Life & Beer? Well, whatever it's called, be sure to check out Dave Knuth and Johnnie Ray's talks every Friday on your Hometown Broadcasting stations!By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Administrator for the state's Division of Trade and Consumer Protection talks about flood home improvement scams, disaster relief scams, and more.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Dr. Wiseley, an orthopedic surgeon, talks about Pickleball injuries and ways to prevent them.By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Tuba Dan Show - Wednesday, July 10th, 2024
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Join Tuba Dan and Corky for another polka-filled podcast on Radio Road!By Hometown Broadcasting
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Sue Mokler and Kay Kelch talk about the theme for this year's Ripon Vacation Bible School and registration.By Hometown Broadcasting
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Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Mandy Kimes talks about rescheduling Red, White & Boom, the Little White Schoolhouse replica at the RNC in Milwaukee, and more.By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Tuba Dan Show - Sunday, July 7th, 2024
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Tuba Dan and Corky bring another Sunday morning show full of polka hits to Radio Road!By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Tuba Dan Show - Saturday, July 6th, 2024
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Tuba Dan and Corky broadcast every week on the Wave 93.1 FM AM 1600!By Hometown Broadcasting
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The Tuba Dan Show - Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024
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Join Tuba Dan and Corky for another polka-fest on Radio Road!By Hometown Broadcasting
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Season 8, Episode 4 - Cecilia Violetta López, Soprano on her role as Desdemona in Othello
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On this episode, Cecilia Violetta López and Digital Marketing Manager Peter Constas Cecilia's role as Desdemona in this year's production of Othello. Cecilia dives into how her mom taught her to sing while working on a sugar beet farm, how she got her own day in Idaho, and how she acclimated to Central City's altitude. Have questions or want to pro…
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Season 8, Episode 3 - Kameron Alston, Developing Artist, on his role in Romeo & Juliet
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On this episode, Developing Artist Kameron Alston and Digital Marketing Manager Peter Constas discuss Kameron's role as Tybalt in this year's production of Romeo & Juliet. Learn about one of the youngest members of the Developing Artist troupe and what it's like duel-wielding on stage. Have questions or want to provide feedback? Email us at podcast…
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Season 8, Episode 2 - Isaiah Feken, Developing Artist, on his role in Kiss Me, Kate
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On this episode, Developing Artist Isaiah Feken and Digital Marketing Manager Peter Constas discuss Isaiah's role as a "gangster" in this year's production of Kiss Me, Kate. Learn about what it's like to be on stage with Broadway legends as an opera singer, why it's more fun being the villian, and the commonalities between opera and dogs. Have ques…
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Season 8, Episode 1 - Maestro John Baril & CEO Pamela Pantos on the 2023 Summer Festival
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On this episode, Music Director John Baril and Central City Opera CEO Pamela Pantos discuss the three main-stage productions being featured in this year's Summer Festival. Brush up on your Shakespeare, because this season includes productions of Romeo & Juliet, Kiss Me, Kate, and Othello. Join John and Pamela as they detail the rarity of seeing six…
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Season 7, Episode 8 - David Duffield, Historian, on TWO REMAIN
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On this episode, we hear from David Duffield, a historian with The Center on Colfax in Denver, Colorado. David was part of a panel of experts hosted by Central City Opera on June 12, 2022, to give perspectives on the themes within the chamber opera TWO REMAIN. I asked him to be on the podcast to dig even deeper, and he shares about LGBTQ history in…
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Season 7, Episode 7 - Rebecca Caine and Diana Newman, Principals in THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA
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On this episode, we hear from sopranos Rebecca Caine and Diana Newman, principals in THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA. Rebecca plays the role of Margaret Johnson, and Diana plays the role of Margaret’s daughter Clara. This is the first time they’ve worked together, and watching them onstage, you’d think they were old friends. Rebecca shares how much she lov…
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Season 7, Episode 6 - Brandon Eldredge and Tessa McQueen on TWO REMAIN
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On this episode, we hear from conductor Brandon Eldredge and soprano Tessa McQueen about Act One of Jake Heggie and Gene Scheer’s chamber opera, TWO REMAIN. Act One focuses on the true story of Polish poet Krystyna Zywulska surviving the Holocaust – and the psychological trauma she dealt with the rest of her life. It’s based on her searing memoir o…
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Season 7, Episode 5 - Dan Wallace Miller and Curt Olds on TWO REMAIN
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Season 7, Episode 4 - Edina Hiser, Costume Designer for THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA
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On this episode, we pull back the curtain and hear from the Costume Designer for THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA, Edina Hiser. There are a LOT of costumes in this production, and Edina gives us the insights into the symbolism she embeds in the design, the anatomy of a quick change – since there are so many! – how she is able to engineer costumes to functio…
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Season 7, Episode 3 - Kira Dills-DeSurra and William Ferguson, Principals in DIE FLEDERMAUS
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On this episode, we hear from two principal singers in DIE FLEDERMAUS: mezzo-soprano Kira Dills-DeSurra who plays the role of Prince Orlofsky, and tenor William Ferguson, who plays the role of Eisenstein. Both Kira and Will are seasoned comedic performers, and their healthy senses of humor are on full display during this episode. Will and Kira talk…
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Season 7, Episode 2 - Joachim Schamberger and John Baril on DIE FLEDERMAUS
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On this episode, we dive deep into DIE FLEDERMAUS with stage director Joachim Schamberger and conductor John Baril. While on the surface, this operetta may seem like nothing but champagne bubbles and fun, Joachim and John reveal the complexities of the story and music that make this operetta timeless. Joachim is an acclaimed stage director and vide…
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Season 7, Episode 1 - Ken Cazan and Adam Turner, THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA
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On this episode, stage director Ken Cazan and conductor Adam Turner share their insights into the musical THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA. This is Ken’s 20th season directing at Central City Opera, and Adam has worked on the music side for seven seasons since 2011, first as associate conductor, then as guest principal conductor. Ken and Adam dig into the s…
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Season 6, Episode 7 - Behind the Scenes with Kerry Cripe and Angela Turner
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On this episode, we go behind the scenes with Technical Director Kerry Cripe and Stage Manager Angela Turner. Kerry’s been TD with Central City Opera since 2017, and this was Angela’s first summer with us. And what a summer it’s been! Kerry and Angela share all the insider details on producing an outdoor opera festival in Colorado, complete with 10…
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Season 6, Episode 6 - Young Artist Spotlight - Bernardo Medeiros, Michelle Monroe, and Marin Tack
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On this special “Young Artist Spotlight” episode, we meet three singers from Central City Opera’s Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artists Training Program: baritone Bernardo Medeiros, mezzo-soprano Michelle Monroe, and soprano Marin Tack. The two women have small but significant roles in all three shows, and Bernardo is covering the two title roles, Rig…
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