Culture/Arts

This is WHQR Presents — where we platform creators and people with interesting perspectives from around the region. Today’s show, recorded to commemorate Juneteenth, is From a Poet’s Point of View — from Speak Ya Peace NC, a poetry collective and platform that facilitates art and conversations about issues stemming from racism and other forms of oppression and discrimination.

April is National Poetry Month, and WHQR arts reporter Demia Avery spoke with poet, singer, and activist Mahlaynee Cooper, also known as Carrie Assata about the musical roots of her poetry, some of her heroines, and the work she's doing today.

Comedian, podcaster, and cannabis enthusiast Doug Benson returns to Wilmington’s Dead Crow Comedy in April, just ahead of 4/20. WHQR's Arts Reporter Demia Avery spoke with him about his influences and his work.

Mouth of Babes Theatre uses "collaborative theatre-making to explore social justice, cultural engagement, and issues that matter to our community." WHQR's arts reporter Demia Avery sat down with Artistic Director Trey Morehouse and Associate Artistic Director Amber Moore to learn more.

This week, WHQR’s arts reporter Demia Avery spoke with Ron Fallica an actor and actor, writer, producer, and performance coach. Fallia worked and trained in New York City before working to LA, and then Wilmywood.

This is WHQR Presents — where we platform creators and people with interesting perspectives from around the region. Today’s show, recorded to commemorate Juneteenth, is From a Poet’s Point of View — from Speak Ya Peace NC, a poetry collective and platform that facilitates art and conversations about issues stemming from racism and other forms of oppression and discrimination.

Around Town With Rhonda Bellamy: Brian Whitted & Justin Allen Tate

Around Town With Rhonda Bellamy: Christopher Marino

This is WHQR Presents – where we platform interesting people and perspectives from around the region. Today’s show is From a Poet’s Point of View, reflecting on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, from Speak Ya Peace NC, a poetry collective and platform that facilitates art and conversations about issues stemming from racism and other forms of oppression and discrimination.

Commentary: Gwenyfar Rohler – Pete Seeger