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Our region’s winter festivals celebrate our coolest season and draw crowds who gather to admire ice and snow sculptures. Other artists use the ice and snow as inspiration and subject for photography, music, and more. Keystone Edition: Arts asks when does playing in the snow become art and digs into the answers.
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Winter Magic - Overview -
Mary Beth Voda shares the local connection to the film It's A Wonderful Life -
Bob Eckstein shares the history of the snowman in popular culture
In November, the Luzerne County Arts & Entertainment Hall of Fame will induct its second class, recognizing local people for their artistic achievements within and outside our region, including national and international recognition. Keystone Edition: Arts will look at the origins of the Luzerne County Arts & Entertainment Hall of Fame and learn about some of the creative people included.
Panelists
Tony Brooks
Executive Director, Wilkes Barré Preservation Society
Maxim Furek
Author and journalist
Darlene Miller-Lanning, Ph.D.
Hope Horn Gallery Director
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The Fine Arts Fiesta celebrates diverse art forms, from exhibits to performances. -
Wilkes-Barre historian Tony Brooks reflects on the legacy of George Catlin -
Jack Palance, born to a coal-mining family, transitioned from miner to boxer to acclaimed actor.
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His daughter highlights his innovative approach and deep connection to coal in the region -
Dr. Darlene Miller-Lanning, director of the Hope Horn Gallery, speaks about Franz Kline. -
Weisiberger, founder of the Pennsylvania Ballet, played a vital role in promoting ballet in America. -
Max Furek, journalist and author, discusses his passion for Northeastern Pennsylvania's music scene. -
Recollections of the vibrant atmosphere at WARM radio. -
Herman Mankiewicz’s childhood in Wilkes-Barre inspired the iconic "Rosebud" in Citizen Kane.
Modern Renaissance Minds
Leonardo da Vinci remains a well-known Renaissance artist, engineer, and scientist, and that striking combination lives on in regional artists and students today. Keystone Edition Arts will delve into what can be created when seemingly opposite interests like science and art are combined.
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We examine organizations and people carrying on the renaissance spirit of Leonardo DaVinci -
Tannis Kowalchuk - Artistic Director, Farm Arts Collective -
Darlene Farris-LaBar - artist and educator -
Rand Whipple - Founder & Director of Box of Light Digital Art Studios -
A discussion with Tannis Kowalchuk, Darlene Farris-LaBar, and Rand Whipple
