Arts and Craft

David Mills is an international comedian, monologist, cabaret performer, and self-proclaimed “Apocalypsist” who has acted alongside Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant, Benedict Cumberbatch, and more. On this episode we opine on the role of the audience in art, our current state of affairs, and who truly holds the crown in the alt-cabaret kingdom. @DavidMillsDept, Linktr.ee ---------------------------- David...

Tony Bell has made a career out of playing The Fool as a founding member of Propeller Shakespeare Ensemble. He’s launching a new role as a writer and performer of his own solo show - which recently received glowing reviews in London. On this episode we talk about projecting and protecting our voices, reinventing yourself, and moving forward. --------------------------- Tony Bell was a founder memb...

Rachelle Garniez is a quirky, unique and talented multi-instrumentalist. She is a solo artist, and a member of the VickiKristinaBarcelona Band who has collaborated with the likes of Jack White, Suzy Roche and more. On this episode we explore the intersection of art, mental health wellness as well as the joy of tour life through Europe. https://rachellegarniez.net the book referenced in this episod...

G. Augustine Lynas (Lynas)  is a fascinating and heralded NYC treasure. He’s a muralist, teacher, and sculptor of sand, snow, ceramic, bronze, and ephemera. In this special episode, we tour the wonderful world of this one in a million artist, and dive into everything from Pluto Platters to Artivism. SandSong.com , LynasPress.com -------------------------- G. Augustine Lynas is a freelance artist /...

Tyley Ross, an award-winning performer and in-demand voice coach has starred on Broadway and major Canadian stages. He joins us to chat about the ups and downs of his artistic journey and the happy accidents along the way.  TyleyRossVoice ----------------------- Tyley is an actor, singer, recording artist and voice coach.  He got his first break in his native Canada when he was cast by Pete Townsh...

Pokémon ecosphere fan fave Jason Paige chats with us about his New York City band days, the commercial jingle world, what creativity is, the pluses and minuses of AI, and a whole lot more. https://jasonpaige.com and Jasonpaige.com/shop ----------- As a vocalist, Jason toured for a year as the lead singer for the legendary band Blood Sweat & Tears. He shared the stage with Michael Jackson as th...

Arts and Craft goes international! On our 7th episode we’re joined by enigmatic singer, songwriter and filmmaker, Spottiswoode, who joins us from across the pond. He's been called a “genius” and a “downtown ringleader” by The New Yorker, and hailed by a host of other luminaries. We loved chatting about the hardships of creating music videos, the ins and outs of publishing rights, and of cours...

Everett Bradley is the charismatic creator of the funky cult holiday extravaganza, “ HOLIDELIC ” - now in its 20th year. He’s a singer, songwriter, and percussionist who’s played with and sang backup for Bruce Springsteen, Bon Jovi, Carly Simon, and many others. On this episode, we welcome Papadelic himself - Everett Bradley. https://everettbradley.com/ Tickets to Holidelic 2024 shows can be purch...

On this weeks’ episode we check in with artist, activist, comedian, actor, writer AND multiple award-winner Kristina Wong. We chat about life as a third generation Chinese-American, the inspiration behind her radical, thought-provoking shows, the lure of selling out, and the launch of her newest show, “Kristina Wong, Food Bank Influencer.” https://www.kristinawong.com Kristina Wong is a Doris Duke...

We welcome award-winning filmmaker, director, writer, and Professor Tamar Halpern to this episode of “Arts and Craft.” Tamar shares her experiences directing the feature documentary, “Llyn Foulkes One Man Band” (now streaming on Amazon Prime and others), stalking the “ STOMP ” cast through South America, and the challenges she’s faced as a woman in a male-dominated industry. We also dive into her...

Aerosmith, Sting, Bryan Adams, and a host of other acts…Russ Irwin, singer-songwriter, producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist has worked with all of them. What makes great art?  What does it take and how does it happen? In this episode we chat about jazz, improvisation, influence and ingenuity, and how an artist’s life can change in a flash. http://russirwin.com Send a text -----------------...

Actor, director, comedian Bill Timoney, currently performing in in the Kenny Leon-directed revival of Thornton Wilder’s OUR TOWN on Broadway, joins us for our premiere episode. We chat about life in NYC’s infamous Manhattan Plaza, his run in with Michael Jackson’s Capuchin monkey, and learn a little bit about the world of ADR. And as a bonus; six degrees of separation with Julia Roberts. BILL TIMO...

A new chat show that dives into the lives of musicians, filmmakers, performers, and artists from all walks of life, revealing the untold stories and hidden secrets that drive their creativity. Hosted by Nancy Magarill and Peter Michael Marino. Send a text ------------------------ Produced and Edited by Arts and Craft. Theme Music: Sound Gallery by Dmitry Taras .