Off The Clock

KBIA News brings you a look at arts and entertainment this week in mid-Missouri in Off the Clock, with host Maureen McCollum.

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06/26/09 This week, the music industry and the world were surprised by the death of Michael Jackson. While the airwaves have been saturated with his greatest hits, "Off the Clock" takes a look at his legacy. MU School of Music Professor Michael Budds discusses the King of Pops place in history. (Pictured: Michael Budds, courtesy of the MU School of Music)

Web Extra! To hear the entire conversation with Budds, click here.

06/19/09 Astronomy enthusiasts follow in Galileo's footsteps as KBIA's Joe Garber takes us to the 2009 Mid-States Region Astronomical convention. Also, an overview on Juneteenth celebrations taking place across mid-Missouri this weekend. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum.

Web Extra! To hear the full astronomy convention piece, click here.

06/12/09 Columbia community theatre troupe 5th Wall Productions presents "The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, Abridged" all weekend at the Boone County Courthouse outdoor amphitheater. KBIA's Taylor Reeh attended the open-air, off-the-wall show and sends an audio postcard. Also, Mid-Missouri PrideFest is this weekend at Stephens Lake Park. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum. (Pictured: 5th Wall Productions' Chris Bowling looks out on Ben Hedrick while performing a scene from Hamlet.)

06/05/09 The Orr Street Studio in Columbia hosts 'The Artists' Way' workshop on Tuesday nights. KBIA's Taylor Reeh recently attended the introductory class, talked with artists, and explains why they're on a path to creative recovery. Also, a preview for this weekend's Art in the Park at Stephens Lake Park. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum. (Pictured: Columbia writer Stephanie Dorman, left, listens to workshop facilitator Marta Ferguson, right, during 'The Artist’s Way' class.)

05/29/09 This week, we're weaving our way into fiber arts. The Fiber Arts Tour and Exhibit is going on until the end of June throughout Columbia. One venue is the University of Missouri Museum of Art and Archeology, which is housing an exhibit titled Pre-Columbian Textile Art: Design that Speaks Today. KBIA's Eric Durban recently visited the exhibit to speak with curator Mary Pixley about the 34 Peruvian textile pieces. Also, KBIA's Shane Hoffman visits the MU Fiber Arts Studio. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum.

Web Extra! To see a photo slide show of MU Fiber Arts students and their work, click here.

05/22/09 Columbia bands have another place to play besides the obvious clubs. KBIA's Ken Boehlke has more on Columbia Access Television's show, Notes From Underground. Also, KBIA's Stephanie Zepelin has an audio postcard from a senior prom, but not one for high schoolers. Finally, the Pedaler's Jamboree is this weekend, where bikers ride leisurely from Columbia to Boonville along the Katy Trail... with music along the way. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum. (Right: Spectravox on Notes From Underground)

05/15/09 We take a look at two groups providing an outlet for Columbia's youth. The Mid-Missouri High Steppers is a drum, dance and drill team. Rolando Barry organized the group to help get kids off the streets. Now, the High Steppers are looking for a permanent home so they'll have a place to practice. KBIA's Brandon Spencer attended a recent fundraiser and returned with an audio postcard. Also, our final installment of the TRYPS children's theater series, where KBIA's Steve Sliker looks at production week for Willy Wonka Junior. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum.

05/08/09 Part two of the TRYPS children theater series, and KBIA's Steve Sliker looks at production week, where the young actors and TRYPS staff adjust to their new surroundings for Willy Wonka Junior. Also, True/False fans and movie lovers have the opportunity to become a screener for the film festival. If interested, send an e-mail to submissions@truefalse.org. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum.

05/01/09 Part one of three on a series about TRYPS children's theater. This week, KBIA's Steve Sliker shows what goes into producing a children's play. Also, "Milk" screenwriter and Academy Award winner Dustin Lance Black visits University of Missouri's campus and KBIA's Nina Moini talks with students who attend the event. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum.

04/24/09 It's Artrageous Friday in Columbia, a city-wide interactive art experience for the community. Host Maureen McCollum sits down with organizer and PS Gallery owner Jennifer Perlow to talk about the quarterly event. Also, KBIA's Celeste Miller visits one of Artrageous Friday's participants, Orr Street Studios, and discovers art in an unlikely place.

04/17/09 A local radio host is trying to make the Boone County Courthouse the setting for a national TV show. Also, Stephens College celebrates knitting in history with "Get Looped!” on display until May 10th. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum.

04/10/09 Hear the sounds of Indian-American a cappella group Chai-Town in an audio postcard. Also, Jose Fernando Siale Djangany, an author from Equatorial Guinea, recently stopped on MU's campus to commemorate the African country's 40 years of independence from Spain. Finally, MU students premiere their film "Salad Daze" this weekend at the Missouri Theatre. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum. (Pictured: Jose Fernando Siale Djangany, courtesy of the College of Arts and Science)

04/03/09 At a time when people are e-mailing their favorite You Tube clip of the week, there are two guys out there traveling the country to show their favorite VHS clips in a theater. Nick Prueher and Joe Pickett are the curators of the Found Footage Film Festival. Since the early 90's, they've searched thrift stores and dug through garage sales to find videos that probably weren't meant to be shown in public- anything from work training videos and home movies, to exercise videos. Prueher and Pickett grew up together in Wisconsin and have since moved on to New York. Prueher currently works for "The Colbert Report" and Pickett is with The Onion. But those are their day jobs. KBIA's Maureen McCollum talks with Prueher, who says Found Footage is their passion. On Saturday, they're bringing the third installment of the traveling show to Columbia's RagTag Cinema. (Pictured: The Fabulous Ones, featured in Found Footage)

Web Extra! You can hear the entire conversation, where we discuss women in fishing waders and whether Prueher and co-curator Joe Pickett are a modern day Barnum and Bailey. Click here.

03/27/09 If you're sick of art text books filled with works by dead, earless white guys, then Truman State University's current guest exhibit, "Pap Art" might strike your fancy. KBIA's Lindsey Foat spoke with guest curator and featured artist Nancy Mizuno Elliott about the exhibit and reproductive health. Also, Hollywood may start rushing in the state at a faster rate than usual now that a Missouri lawmaker is pushing for an increase in tax credit for qualified feature film productions. KBIA's Carolina Astrain spoke to Platte County state representative Jason Grill about the proposed bill. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum. (Pictured Left: Constance Maher "Untitled" & Right: Laurel Nathanson "I Deserve to Feel This Good")

03/20/09 After 17 years, Columbia's Festival of the Arts is coming to an end, and KBIA's David Goldstein reports, this is producing mixed reactions from local artists. Also, KBIA's Steve Weinman visits with the new coach of Tiger Wheelchair Basketball. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum.

03/13/09 KBIA's Shane Hoffman talks with Columbia chef and Sycamore co-owner Mike Odette, who is nominated for a James Beard Foundation Award, a top honor in the restaurant industry. Also, MTV pioneer reality show "The Real World" holds roommate tryouts in Columbia. If you're looking for things to do this weekend, there’s the petroglyphs at Thousand Hills State Park near Kirksville, and in Columbia, music, movies, and dance. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum. (Pictured above: Sycamore's Odette & daughter)

03/06/09 KBIA's Zack Shalchter talks with two independent filmmakers, Sterlin Harjo and Blackhorse Lowe, who will grace the University of Missouri campus next week, each with a feature film in tow as part of a 2-day Native American film series. Also, KBIA's Brandon Spencer chats with Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, one-third of the pioneer hip-hop group Run DMC. He talks about the future of hip-hop and how Sarah McLachlin saved his life. Hosted by KBIA's Maureen McCollum. (Pictured right: Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, from his website)

Web Extra! To hear an extend version of the DMC story, click here.

More Web Extras! To hear DMC's entire interview, click here.

03/02/09 To view an audio slide show of True/False sights and sounds, click here.

True/False Film Festival attendees enjoyed films and live music this past weekend. KBIA's Carolina Astrain saw Sour Mash Hug Band before the documentary "Reporter."

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