WETA Arts

WETA Arts October 2021

This month, host Felicia Curry visits with Kaywin Feldman, director of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Also in this episode – artist Nekisha Durrett foregrounds the underrepresented in her bold installations; dancer-choreographer Allen Xing infuses his dance with his heritage; and the women behind the prestigious Smithsonian Craft Show.

WETA Arts October 2021

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This month, host Felicia Curry visits with Kaywin Feldman, director of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Also in this episode – artist Nekisha Durrett foregrounds the underrepresented in her bold installations; dancer-choreographer Allen Xing infuses his dance with his heritage; and the women behind the prestigious Smithsonian Craft Show.

Dancers wearing red

Allen Xing

Allen Xing has developed not only community classes but also a rigorous professional development program through his dance education program. Keep an eye out for upcoming performances, and see some of his works here.

colored sculptures

Smithsonian Craft Show

The October craft show is online but the organizers hope the spring 2022 show will be back in person. In 2021, the Committee awarded 5 grants, ranging from the translation of science education materials to coronavirus research. Check out grant recipient Mpala Research Center’s live cam

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    This month, host Felicia Curry visits with Kaywin Feldman, director of the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C. Also in this episode – artist Nekisha Durrett foregrounds the underrepresented in her bold installations; dancer-choreographer Allen Xing infuses his dance with his heritage; and the women behind the prestigious Smithsonian Craft Show.

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