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Open Studio
Open Studio puts a spotlight on the arts, artists and issues of the Kentucky cultural community. Hosted by Tom Musgrave.
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Open StudioOpen Studio: Kentucky-based artist Dianna Settles talks about winning 'life-changing' South Arts national prize
In 2019, the regional arts organization, South Arts, launched the Southern Prize for Visual Arts program to spotlight outstanding and meaningful work by visual…
Open Studio'Other Houses' film latest labor of love for Sutherland and Stoykova
Last month, the film Other Houses made its Lexington premiere at the 12 Lions Film Festival. This film was produced in Lexington and features many local cast…
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Open Studio: Comic book artist Justin Stewart
This week on WUKY's Open Studio Tom Musgrave welcomes illustrator, graphic designer, comic book artist and graphic novelist Justin Stewart. He talks about his…
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Open Studio: UK College of Fine Arts hits 50
2026 is the 50th anniversary for the University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts and Tom welcomes back Mark Shanda, Dean of the college, to talk about how it…
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Open Studio: Woodford Theatre's production of Footloose kicks off season of 'Radical Joy'
Woodford Theatre's third and final weekend of Footloose runs October 2nd through the 4th. Executive Artistic Director Daniel Ellis joins Tom to talk about this…
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Living Mandala exhibit to debut at this month's Gallery Hop
An exhibit that explores visual art as a mode of spirituality is opening September 18th at Christ Church Cathedral in Lexington. Co-curator Melissa Bright…
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Open Studio: Brush up on your dance moves, bring your appetite; Festival Latino returns to downtown Lexington this month
This week on WUKY's Open Studio, Tom Musgrave gets a preview of this year's Festival Latino de Lexington from organizers Francie Chassen-Lopez and Betty…
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Open Studio: Michael Cruse to play 'Great Day in Lexington' homecoming concert at East End landmark
Saturday's From the Front Porch Jazz series in Lexington's East End represents a homecoming for Michael Cruse. In addition to being an accomplished jazz…
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Christian Adair previews upcoming late summer/early fall season at Lexington's historic Lyric Theatre
This week on WUKY's Open Studio, Tom Musgrave talks with Lyric Theatre executive director Christian Adair about the history and mission of the venue as well as…
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Re-release: Austin Vahle heads up a program that encourages young artists to 'dream big'
With a new school year upon us we're revisiting a conversation Tom Musgrave recently had with Austin Vahle, the Arts Magnet Coordinator & Curriculum Coach for…
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Open Studio: What to expect at this year's Woodland Art Fair
The Lexington Art League's annual Woodland Art Fair is one of Central Kentucky's largest free cultural events; with food and drink, musical performances…
Open StudioOpen Studio: Casa De La Cultura's Soreyda Begley's mission includes securing a permanent home for local arts group
This week on WUKY's Open Studio Tom talks with Soreyda Begley, the new president of Casa De La Cultura Kentucky. The local arts group helps U.S. born Hispanic…
Open StudioOpen Studio: Pulitzer winning feature photographer Jahi Chikwendiu framing future Kentucky projects
This week on WUKY's Open Studio, Tom welcomes in Lexington native and newly minted Pulitzer prize winning feature photographer Jahi Chikwendiu. He talks about…
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This week on Open Studio: GreenRoom Exchange co-founder Lee Carroll helps bring a ‘world of music’ to Lexington.
GreenRoom Exchange creates international cross-cultural experiences, bringing artists and musicians from other countries to work with local artists, expanding…
Open StudioOpen Studio: WUKY Gallery aims to be a space where everyone can display their art
This week on Open Studio WUKY membership and marketing director, Robert Hansel joins Tom to talk about the mission behind the WUKY Gallery; including how the…
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Open Studio: Lucy Jones and Sean Young preview 2026 Harry Dean Stanton Festival July 10-12
Tom's guests this week are Lucy Jones, founder of the Harry Dean Stanton Fest, which is July 10th through 12th in Lexington, and multiple award-winning…
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Open Studio: Patriotic Concert at Transy ushers in LexPhil's milestone 65th season
When the Lexington Philharmonic takes the stage next Friday for its annual patriotic concert celebrating Independence Day, it will be opening its 65th season…
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Open Studio: She helps design the programs for the artists of tomorrow
Rachel Shane, department chair and professor of arts administration in the UK College of Fine Arts, has received the 2026 William B. Sturgill Award, which…
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Tedrin Blair Lindsay prepares for another 'Grand Night' in Lexington
A Lexington musical tradition is opening one week from tonight. Produced by University of Kentucky Opera Theater, It's a Grand Night for Singing is Kentucky's…
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Open Studio: Gary Anderson reflects on 35 years of leading Lexington Chamber Chorale
Dr. Gary Anderson, is wrapping up 35 years as the founding conductor and musical director for the Lexington Chamber Chorale. He talks about his long musical…
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Brittany J. Green talks about her role as Composer in Residence with the Lexington Philharmonic
Brittany J. Green closed out her season as composer in residence with the Lexington Philharmonic. Prior to the world premiere of a new work “Black Dandelions”…
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Open Studio: UK Choral Director Jefferson Johnson talks about his 30 plus year career and what's next
The University of Kentucky School of Music closed its academic year in grand fashion with a Celebration Weekend at Singletary Center for the Arts. It also…
Open StudioOpen Studio: Lexington Children's Theatre has big expansion plans
For more than 87 years, Lexington Children’s Theatre has been a safe, inspiring home for young people and families. To continue serving the Commonwealth, their…
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Visual, Performing, & Digital Arts Magnet program in Lexington already shaping lives
The Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Harrison Elementary is a dynamic, lottery-based magnet school where creativity, collaboration, and academic…
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Open Studio catches 'Derby Fever' with Haiku Handicapper Joe Nevills
All this month Open Studio features new interviews with Kentucky literary artists. For the final installment Tom Musgrave introduces us to Paulick Report…
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Open Studio: Former Kentucky Poets Laureate Frank X. Walker and Crystal Wilkinson interview each other
Open Studio features new interviews with Kentucky literary artists to celebrate Kentucky Writers' Day April 24th in Frankfort. This week is a rare opportunity…
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Open Studio talks with Poet Laureates Kathleen Driskell and Esme Morris
All this month Open Studio features new interviews with Kentucky literary artists. To celebrate Kentucky Writers' Day April 24th in Frankfort, Tom talks with…
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Open Studio kicks off salute to Ky. literary arts by catching up with former U.S. Poet Laureate Ada Limon
All this month Open Studio features new interviews with Kentucky literary artists. Ada Limon served as Poet Laureate for the United States from 2022 to 2025.
Open StudioOpen Studio: Comic Artist Bryce Oquaye to give talk on 'Comics and Social Commentary' March 30th
Bryce Oquaye is an illustrator, comic artist and animator. From comic to cover art for publishers like Z2 Comics, illustration for Zox and Netflix, and…
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Open Studio: 'A Nation of Others' to highlight the immigrant experience through song
Set in and around the Ellis Island Immigration Inspection Station on a single day in 1921, the UK Opera Theatre's “A Nation of Others” offers a moving…
Open StudioOpen Studio: We have your preview for Kentucky Crafted March 7 & 8 at the Horse Park
Mark your calendars! The 2026 Kentucky Crafted Market takes place March 7 & 8 at the Kentucky Horse Park. Tom talks with Kentucky Arts Council Executive…
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Open Studio: ’26 Derby Festival poster artist Shae Goodlett talks inspiration, 'great honor' to capture the spirit of Louisville
University of Kentucky School of Art and Visual Studies lecturer and Louisville native, Shae Goodlett has been named the artist for the official 2026 Kentucky…
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Open Studio: Kentuckians Chorus members share wild and wonderful Valentine's stories
For over 60 years the Kentuckians Chorus has been entertaining and keeping barbershop harmonies alive and this week on Open Studio Tom Musgrave talks with four…
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Open Studio: Strings that still sing: UK welcomes historic Violins of Hope collection
The University of Kentucky College of Fine Arts will present Violins of Hope UK, a weeklong series of performances, exhibitions and educational events February…