Beyond the Stage at Livermore Valley Arts

The latest episode of the "Beyond the Stage" podcast features a special guest appearance by renowned ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro. In this engaging episode, Jake shares insights into his musical journey, his unique approach to the ukulele, and the stories behind his most memorable performances. Listeners will get an intimate look at the creative process of an artist who has redefine...

Today, we're joined by Terrance Kelly and Isa Chu of the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir (OIGC). From the son of a jazz pianist and born in a family full of musicians to the Founding Artistic Director of OIGC, hear Terrance Kelly discuss his perspective on Gospel and the foundation of Oakland Interfaith Gospel Music. OIGC is the combination of over 27 different faiths that come to gather toget...

Today, we're joined by Jason Lyle Black, a local legend and internet sensation known for his incredible piano skills and comedic flair. From a small town prodigy to viral fame, Jason's journey has been nothing short of inspiring. His innovative blend of classical and contemporary music, showcased in viral videos like "Disney Meets Mozart," has captivated millions worldwide. Join...

Get ready for an exclusive peek behind the curtains of animation magic with two legends of the craft! Join us on Beyond the Stage Podcast as Animaniacs' very own Randy Rogel and Rob Paulsen share their insights into the world of voice acting, music composition, and the creation of beloved cartoon characters. From meeting industry greats to discussing their influences and career milestones, thi...

Welcome to Beyond the Stage, the podcast that takes you behind the curtains and delves into the fascinating world of entertainment! In this episode, we have the incredibly talented Mike Delamont, the mastermind behind the hilarious and iconic character in "God is a Scottish Drag Queen." Mike shares exclusive insights into creating the uproarious character; from the initial inspiration to...

Happy New Year! We have a special episode of Beyond The Stage with Lindsay Deustch from Take3, the electrifying trio of violin, cello, and piano that brings the power and energy of rock to the sophistication and beauty of classical music to the stage. Lindsay talks about her journey with the violin and classical music, revealing how she started Take3 and why its so important to music lovers. Enjoy...

Behind the scenes with the first-ever performers on The Bankhead stage, The Four Freshmen. Join us for a fun and lively podcast as The Four Freshmen talk about their favorite songs, influences, and history of the group spanning 75 years! Wanna hear more? Join us for their New Year's Eve performance at The Bankhead on December 31st at 8:00pm with bubbly and dessert. Tickets at LivermoreArts.org

Happy Holidays from "Beyond the Stage," the podcast where we take you behind the scenes and into the lives of extraordinary artists. In this special holiday episode, we are thrilled to have the incredibly talented Kat Edmonson as our guest. Join us as we swing into the festive spirit with Kat Edmonson, a captivating singer-songwriter whose voice transports you to another era. In this epi...

Welcome to Beyond the Stage, where we invite you to join us for an exclusive and insightful conversation with the extraordinary Kari Byron! In this special episode, the acclaimed science communicator and former host of MythBusters takes center stage as our distinguished guest and tells us all about her latest project National STEM Challenge and the upcoming National STEM Festival. Students are inv...

Unveiling our newest podcast episode: "Rising Voices," with Lizzie No and Sunny War! 🎙️ Get ready for a wild ride filled with unicycles, parodies, and exclusive behind-the-scenes peeks into their creative process. Ever wondered about our Executive Director Chris Carter’s secret skills? Prepare to be amazed! Tune in now and join the fun. Let the laughter and inspiration begin! 🌟 And that...

Listen to a fun, insightful podcast episode with Efren Ramirez from Napoleon Dynamite. Hosted by Executive Director Chris Carter and Director of Marketing Ruth Egherman, this podcast goes into cult classic films, acting, and nostalgia. Want to see Napoleon Dynamite LIVE! with the cast? Join us at The Bankhead https://livermorearts.org/events/napoleon-dynamite-live/

Dive into the Mind of Five for Fighting - Music, Process, and Impact on Beyond the Stage!  Discover the essence of Five for Fighting's music in our latest episode. John Ondrasik takes you through his creative process, shares the impact of his work, and gives a sneak peek into his upcoming performance at The Bankhead on September 15th at 8pm.  Whether you're a die-hard fan, a music aficiona...

We're thrilled that the incredible Keiko Matsui is our next guest on Beyond The Stage podcast! Join us as we delve into the world of music, creativity, and inspiration with this legendary jazz pianist. Discover the secrets behind Keiko Matsui's mesmerizing compositions and her unique creative process. Get ready to be captivated by her enchanting melodies that have touched hearts around the...

Listen in Beyond the Stage as Livermore Valley Arts staff dive into the newly announced 23-24 Bankhead Presents Season and some of their most anticipated favorites to come!

In this episode of Beyond the Stage, we are honored to have world-renowned photographer Michael Collopy as our special guest, interviewed by our host Chris Carter. Collopy has photographed some of the most iconic figures in the world, including Mother Teresa, Nelson Mandela, and Pope John Paul II, and his work has been featured in countless publications and exhibitions worldwide. In this insightfu...

Get ready to L'Chaim with Mostly Kosher! Executive Director Chris Carter talks with Leeav Sofer and Janice Mautner Markham of Mostly Kosher about Klezmer music and the fun performance they plan on bringing to Livermore for all!   Get tickets: https://livermorearts.org/events/mostly-kosher-2/

Executive Director Chris Carter and Director of Marketing Ruth Egherman sit down with guitar master and luthier George Bowen and ALS Cure Project director Mike Piscotty to discuss an upcoming guitar benefit concert and auction to raise funds to find a cure for ALS. This benefit concert for the ALS Cure Project  on March 15th at 7:30pm at The Bankhead will feature master guitarists Arlen Roth,...

Leap behind the scenes with Executive Director, Chris Carter and dance and choreographer legend Cleo Parker Robinson who founded Cleo Parker Robinson Dance, a pillar in the artistic world. Cleo started her artistic journey young and built this foundational art program for all to enjoy. Collaborating with other artists across the globe, especially for this upcoming performance of "The Four Journeys...

Virtuoso guitarist and Grammy Nominee Mark Lettieri of Snarky Puppy and The Fearless Flyers will be performing at The Bankhead this January 2023. Listen in on a podcast with two passionate guitarists who discuss composition, playing, performing, and designing the perfect guitar. A Bay Area native transplanted to Texas, this is one podcast meant for every musician and aspiring musician.

Join Chris Carter and Latin GRAMMY Winner and Emmy nominee Gaby Moreno as they talk about her music, style, family, and more!   Gaby Moreno has released 5 albums and was a co-writer of the Emmy-nominated “Parks & Recreation” theme song. Gaby also sings the theme song and voices a character (Marlena) on the multi-Emmy Award-winning Disney children’s television series, “Elena of Avalor...

Let’s celebrate! Our next podcast Beyond the Stage with Chris Carter is coming to you in celebration of Dìa de Los Muertos with Carlos Moreno, of Ballet Folklorico Mexicano de Carlos Moreno. Learn about the history and traditions of Dìa de Los Muertos; the inspiration behind the dances, costumes, and makeup; and the importance of Ballet Folklorico. Coming to The Bankhead on Sunday, October 30th, 2...

Join Executive Director Chris Carter, as he speaks with upcoming performing artist Chris Brubeck of The Brubeck Brothers Quartet this September 21st, 2022. They talk about the essence of jazz, composing for a symphony,  his father, legendary American Jazz Artist Dave Brubeck, and what to expect when you experience a Brubeck Brother performance.

Remove the veil of production Broken Seeds Still Grow and its connection to the 1947 British India Partition. Executive Director, Chris Carter, of Livermore Valley Arts speaks with Nadhi Thekkek & Rupy C. Tut creators of Broken Seeds Still Grow about their art, use of bharatanatyam, calligraphy, Indian miniature painting, and spoken word to tie these contemporary narratives to their personal e...