WETA Arts April 2025
This month on WETA Arts, learn about the resilience of the D.C. theater community. First, visit Rorschach Theatre, which has been surprising audiences with performances in unusual locations since 1999. Also, host Felicia Curry takes viewers behind the scenes of her own life as a local performer as she prepares for a cabaret performance.
Episodes
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WETA Arts April 2025
S12 E7 - 26m 6s
This month on WETA Arts, learn about the resilience of the D.C. theater community. First, visit Rorschach Theatre, which has been surprising audiences with performances in unusual locations since 1999. Also, host Felicia Curry takes viewers behind the scenes of her own life as a local performer as she prepares for a cabaret performance.
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WETA Arts March 2025
S12 E6 - 26m 34s
Rock on with WETA Arts at 7DrumCity, the multifaceted D.C. community music hub. Meet 7DrumCity founder Miles Ryan and Emily Goodman, producer of Flashband, a “speed dating” program for musicians. Follow along as a new grunge-soul-EDM fusion band called Death Club 7 forms, rehearses and finally rocks the sold-out Flashband showcase at Pearl Street Warehouse on DC’s Wharf.
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WETA Arts February 2025
S12 E5 - 28m 49s
Tour the National Museum of African American History & Culture’s new exhibit, “In Slavery’s Wake”, which focuses on the worldwide impact of European slavery and colonialism. Next, enjoy host Felicia Curry’s visit to the home of mezzo-soprano opera superstar Denyce Graves. Finally, meet Silver Spring pianist Brian Ganz, who is on a quest to perform every single work composed by Frederick Chopin.
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WETA Arts December 2024: Songs of the Season
S12 E4 - 55m 9s
Celebrate the holidays with the 5th annual WETA Arts presentation of Songs of the Season. A WETA holiday tradition, this hour-long program offers beautiful vocal performances from 15 area choral groups.
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WETA Arts November 2024
S12 E3 - 28m 52s
WETA Arts, hosted by Felicia Curry, celebrates Veterans Day by visiting the United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill team. Plus, Washington’s leading interactive art museum, ARTECHOUSE, offers an interactive exhibition revealing parts of the ocean invisible to the human eye. Curry also meets Helen Chason, director of the Kreeger Museum, for a guided tour of its iconic collection of artworks.
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WETA Arts October 2024
S12 E2 - 28m 47s
WETA Arts spotlights the Netherlands Carillon, a nine-story-high musical instrument gifted by the Netherlands after World War II. Host Felicia Curry also explores the Brutalist architecture in the D.M.V. with Deane Madsen, founder of the site BrutalistDC.com. Curry also tours the city in search of murals by and for the Latino community.
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WETA Arts September 2024
S12 E1 - 27m 26s
WETA Arts host Felicia Curry presents the inclusive mission of founder Lisa Lewis’ Omnium Circus, sits down with the National Portrait Gallery’s director Kim Sajet for a conversation about which historical figures deserve recognition for their significant contributions, and tours the Folger Shakespeare Library’s exciting new wing.
Extras + Features
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Rorschach Theatre is Redefining Immersive Storytelling in Washington, D.C.
S12 E7 - 12m 19s
Rorschach Theatre is redefining immersive storytelling—transforming unconventional spaces like an old men’s clothing store into magical theatrical experiences. WETA Arts host Felicia Curry explores how Rorschach Theatre’s latest production, The Figs, invites audiences to step into the story—literally.
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A Day in the Life of Stage Performer Felicia Curry
S12 E7 - 11m 28s
Go behind the scenes for a day in the life of a D.C.-area performer, as WETA Arts host Felicia Curry prepares for a cabaret performance in Alexandria, VA, "Beyond the Lights: Discovering Sammy Davis, Jr." Leading up to the show, Felicia rehearses alongside her friend Aaron Reeder. She also looks back on how she got started in theater, from her early days in New Jersey to her career in Washington.
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Preview: WETA Arts April 2025
S12 E7 - 30s
This month on WETA Arts, learn about the resilience of the D.C. theater community. First, visit Rorschach Theatre, which has been surprising audiences with performances in unusual locations since 1999. Also, host Felicia Curry takes viewers behind the scenes of her own life as a local performer as she prepares for a cabaret performance.
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Preview: WETA Arts March 2025
S12 E6 - 30s
Rock on with WETA Arts at 7DrumCity, the multifaceted D.C. community music hub. Meet 7DrumCity founder Miles Ryan and Emily Goodman, producer of Flashband, a “speed dating” program for musicians. Follow along as a new grunge-soul-EDM fusion band called Death Club 7 forms, rehearses and finally rocks the sold-out Flashband showcase at Pearl Street Warehouse on DC’s Wharf.
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Denyce Graves: From DC Roots to Opera Icon
S12 E5 - 9m 7s
Internationally acclaimed mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves has graced the world’s greatest opera stages—but her journey began in Washington, D.C. WETA Arts host Felicia Curry sits down with Graves at her Maryland farm to discuss her path from gospel singing in Ward 8 to international stardom, the mentors who shaped her, and her mission to elevate hidden voices through the Denyce Graves Foundation.
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"In Slavery’s Wake" is a Groundbreaking New Exhibit at the Smithsonian NMAAHC
S12 E5 - 8m 4s
Join WETA Arts host Felicia Curry as she explores "In Slavery’s Wake: Making Black Freedom in the World," a groundbreaking new exhibition at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. This powerful exhibit explores the lasting impact of slavery and the ways in which Black communities around the world have fought for freedom, resilience, and self-determination.
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Meet the Man on a Journey to Perfect Frédéric Chopin's Music
S12 E5 - 9m 42s
As part of the "Extreme Chopin" series at the Music Center at Strathmore, pianist Brian Ganz is on a journey to perform Frédéric Chopin's complete works—sharing the beauty, mystery, and emotional depth of the composer’s music. In this interview with WETA Arts host Felicia Curry, Ganz reflects on his lifelong connection to Chopin.
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Preview: WETA Arts February 2025
S12 E5 - 30s
Tour the National Museum of African American History & Culture’s new exhibit, “In Slavery’s Wake”, which focuses on the worldwide impact of European slavery and colonialism. Next, enjoy host Felicia Curry’s visit to the home of mezzo-soprano opera superstar Denyce Graves. Finally, meet Silver Spring pianist Brian Ganz, who is on a quest to perform every single work composed by Frederick Chopin.
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Preview: WETA Arts December 2024: Songs of the Season
S12 E4 - 30s
Celebrate the holidays with the 5th annual WETA Arts presentation of Songs of the Season. A WETA holiday tradition, this hour-long program offers beautiful vocal performances from 15 area choral groups.
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Experience the Ocean's Twilight Zone at ARTECHOUSE
S12 E3 - 9m 25s
Dive beneath the waves and explore the mysteries of the ocean’s twilight zone right in Washington, DC! Join host Felicia Curry as she takes you into ARTECHOUSE’s groundbreaking digital exhibition, where cutting-edge technology brings the wonders of the deep ocean to life.
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Preview: WETA Arts November 2024
S12 E3 - 30s
WETA Arts, hosted by Felicia Curry, celebrates Veterans Day by visiting the United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill team. Plus, Washington’s leading interactive art museum, ARTECHOUSE, offers an interactive exhibition revealing parts of the ocean invisible to the human eye. Curry also meets Helen Chason, director of the Kreeger Museum, for a guided tour of its iconic collection of artworks.
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Go Behind the Scenes with the US Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team
S12 E3 - 9m 51s
Experience the unmatched skill and discipline of the United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team! Join WETA Arts host Felicia Curry as she takes you behind the scenes at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, where these airmen practice breathtakingly synchronized drills and ceremonial routines. With rigorous training and a commitment to “Honor with Dignity,” the drill team performs around the world.
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WETA Arts
April 2025
Saturday
May 3
30 Minutes
This month on WETA Arts, learn about the resilience of the D.C. theater community. First, visit Rorschach Theatre, which has been surprising audiences with performances in unusual locations since 1999. Also, host Felicia Curry takes viewers behind the scenes of her own life as a local performer as she prepares for a cabaret performance. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Saturday
May 10
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Monday
May 12
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Monday
May 12
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Tuesday
May 13
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Tuesday
May 13
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Tuesday
May 13
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Tuesday
May 13
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry. -
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WETA Arts
May 2025
Tuesday
May 13
30 Minutes
All-local arts and culture series features four short stories showcasing the creative arts scene in the Greater Washington area, with an emphasis on the artists and makers themselves. Hosted by Felicia Curry.
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