December 30, 2015
It’s Sacramento in 1952 and you’re the first black family on your block. Come cry and laugh with the Rutlands in, “When We Were Colored,” a play by Ginger Rutland adapted from her mother Eva’s legendary memoir.
Undocumented Immigration In California
December 23, 2015 | Melody Stone
When Capital Public Radio embarked on a year-long initiative exploring undocumented immigration in California we needed an image to represent the project. Sacramento illustrator Emilio Soltero accepted the challenge and here’s the story of the image.
December 21, 2015
The moment he looked at an American villain and saw a human being, Leslie Odom Jr.'s life changed. The Hamilton star looks back on a career-making year in the biggest show on Broadway.
December 21, 2015 | Jeff Hudson
For the first time in its ten-year history, Sacramento’s Capital Stage has mounted a musical. “The Behavior of Broadus” is a sassy mix of stylish song-and-dance numbers, bawdy humor and serious psychology, making for an unusual night out.
December 18, 2015
In the 1980s, NPR looked to the film saga to help boost audience numbers. it bought the rights from George Lucas (for $1) and got the original Luke Skywalker. The result was an overwhelming success.
December 17, 2015 | Lesley McClurg
A popular French online dining service is now available in Sacramento. Think of it like Airbnb for foodies. A local resident prepares a meal for travelers that's shared inside a home.
December 17, 2015
A local writer and producer has adapted his own holiday novella into an audiobook. Rick Cabral joins us to talk about what it took to turn his novella into an audiobook.
December 16, 2015 | Steve Milne
The University of Nevada, Reno is planning a $20 million fine arts building with a museum, recital hall, practice rooms, and electro-acoustic lab. UNR says it has already secured most of the money from donor gifts and pledges.
December 16, 2015 | Jeff Hudson
Sacramento’s B Street Theatre is presenting this romantic comedy about a man and woman from different continents, who discover shared family connections. It's a charming alternative to the more traditional, holiday fare.
December 16, 2015
The Sacramento Poetry Center just published the latest installment of the Tule Review of Poetry. Editor Bethanie Humphreys will read a poem and discuss the publication.
