Razzle Dazzle Archive

Razzle Dazzle Radio salutes HCC superstar Jenny Male, talented student actor Tiyana Waldron, and Laurel Mill Playhouse producer Maureen Rogers. From the classroom to the community stage, you won’t want to miss these incredible tales of theatrical creation and collaboration.

Step backstage with Razzle Dazzle for an inside look at the intersection of stage and song. Join hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton as they sit down with a local director and two talented Americana musicians to celebrate Irish traditions and the arts. Be sure to explore the music at  Bobcat Opossum  and Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts at  CCT Arts Shop . Song: "Bill Malley's Polkas" Arti...

This month on Razzle Dazzle, we’re turning up the spotlight on the incredible theatre and dance productions lighting up the stage at Howard Community College. From powerful dramatic performances to high-energy choreography, March is packed with creativity, culture, and campus talent you don’t want to miss. Carolyn & Judy break down what shows are hitting the stage, highlight the student perfor...

Razzle Dazzle Radio celebrates classical music, concert artists and their roots here in Howard County. Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton join guests Fay Rosinsky and Mike Giuliano for a discussion of past events and up-coming programs in Columbia. “Sundays at 3” chamber concerts at Christ Episcopal Church Feb. 15, Misako Ballet in “Ballet Bouquet” at Rouse Theatre Feb. 1, and HoCoPoLitSo...

Tune in the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio and circle your music calendar for some lively shows at Columbia’s downtown The Collective Offshore restaurant and next-door supper club, The Collective Encore. Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton join guests Demitian Gilbert who keeps things lively at the restaurant, while Rick LaRocca greets folks coming to the music venue. Lots of tips o...

Home for the Holidays? Tune in to Razzle Dazzle Radio for tips on Yuletide festivities. Carolyn and Judy share ideas for enjoying dance, theatre, music, and more with guests, Arabesque’s Ginger Lachman Freint and triple threat Tico Wells, who joins the show from California. And do check out his documentary “First Generation College Bound,” at www.fgcb.org.

The Howard County Summer Theatre celebrates its 50th season, and Razzle Dazzle salutes Todd Hochkeppel, speaking frankly with his theater buddy, Mo Dutterer. Tune in for some witty, amazing conversation between these two artistic icons who invite listeners to join them for a gala celebration Nov. 6. Visit HCST.booktix.com . Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton add sass and humor to this lat...

Since its beginning in 1966, HCC has been home to many organizations, HoCoPolitso and the Columbia Film Society, among them. Tune into the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio to learn more about the artistic bond between the College and the Community. Janelle Broderick, Director of the Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center promotes the 20th Anniversary Season of the Center and offers tips o...

Tune in Razzle Dazzle for up-to-date info on the upcoming gala season of the performing arts here in Howard County. Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton host Ann-Marie Gover and HCC’s Liz Higgins, both involved in dance activities at the college and beyond. First up is the premiere Dance Festival at the Columbia Lakefront Saturday, Sept. 20 with workshops and performances. Also, note the 28th annual...

Get ready for mid-summer merriment in Columbia as Razzle Dazzle Radio celebrates the first “Pride in July” fest at the Lakefront. Co-hosts Judy Templeton and Carolyn Kelemen interview CA’s Dannika Rynes with up-to-date information on the Pride event, and actress Tori Weaver talks about her role in the disco classic musical, “Saturday Night Fever” at Toby’s Dinner Theater. Fun galore!

Looking for some cool summer gigs in our area? Check out Razzle Dazzle Radio, with Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton, for the best of summer theater, music and festivals. Actor/Producer Todd Hochkeppel shares information on the 2025 Howard County Summer Theatre’s production of “Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Marriott’s Ridge High School June 21-28. Merriweather Arts and Cultur...

Meet Stephen Foreman and Celine Jones Cameron, “CJ” on the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle. These two artists are making their mark in the world of theatre. Stephen began his theatrical career at one month old playing Baby Jesus and now as Director of Silhouette Stages, “Suessical” with lots of creative work in between. CJ has grown from Drama student to Stage Manager and other important roles her...

"Be Inspired" is the theme on the latest edition of "Razzle Dazzle Radio" podcast," and feel good about new adventures this summer. Hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton share idea with guests Mark Beachy, described as "A man about town" who has a broad talent in theater. Gerald Johnson heads the Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts (CCTA) that offers opportunities for kids of all ages. Be prepa...

Put on your dance shoes for an exciting episode of "Razzle Dazzle Radio". Join us as we meet Liz Quinones, Artistic Director of Kinetics Dance Theatre, and Debbie Mobley, local actress starring in Sister Act at Ford's Theatre. Liz will preview the upcoming Kinetics concert, "Dance upon a Time", and share insights into her choreography for the HCC Spring Dance Concert. Debbie will take us behind th...

Razzle Dazzle Radio welcomes dance mavens Liz Higgins and Misako Aoki, who share their talents in the art of ballet and modern movement. Circle March 14-16 on your performing arts calendar for the annual HCC Dance Concert. Six choreographers will present original works for these shows. Misako Ballet Company creates classical ballet and Japanese-themed performances to bring joy to our community and...

The latest edition of "Razzle Dazzle Radio" will warm up the chilliest of performing arts fans with its salute to Irish Night at the College (Feb. 15,) Toby's hit musical "9-5," and Slayton House's long list of shows, cabarets, lectures and more. Join Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton for this special nod to our local arts, especially "More Than Hope," a benefit at Owen Brown Interfaith Center on...

"Music is in the Air," and you don’t want to miss the winter edition of "Razzle Dazzle Radio" with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton. They welcome Howard County's award-winning jazz musician/composer Damon Forman and producers Stacey Samaras and Randy Smith from Columbia's hot spot for music, the Collective Encore, where they share some upcoming venues, starting with a gala New Year's Ev...

Razzle Dazzle Radio welcomes the magical world of “The Nutcracker” and other winter treats for the whole family. Aimee Moran, co-Director of Ballet Center Velle (BCV), shares memories of dancing and now directing the holiday classic “The Nutcracker, with her mom, Columbia’s longtime dance maven, Cindy Velle. Horowitz Performing Arts Center Director, Janelle Broderick, talks about the multi-cultura...

Tune into the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio for a behind-the-scenes discussion with Bella Naughty, Drag Queen and longtime activist and supporter of Howard County's LGBTQIA+ community. They delight with their tales of dancing and singing, owning a small business, Eastern Coral, at the Columbia Mall, and donating hours of work as co-chair of Howard County Pride. This show is fun and fabulou...

On this edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio, we'll talk with several guest artists about upcoming arts and culture programming at Howard Community College. Joining us is Assistant Professor of Dance Darion Smith, Associate Professor of Theatre & Stage Movement Jenny Male, and Arts and Culture Public Relations Manager Adam Leatherman. For more information about the arts at HCC check out https://www....

Put on your top hats and join co-hosts Carolyn Keleman and Judy Templeton for a full schedule of galas and theatrical adventures! Guest Mira Lamson Klein of the Howard County Arts Council tells us how we can celebrate the arts this Fall. Then, Gerald Jordan and Brynn Williams of the Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts share their inspiring work from the Broadway stage to educating the endless tale...

Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton hear from two titans of the local theater scene. Tune in to hear Tommy Malek, Artistic Director of the Maryland Theatre Collective, promote “Monster” which will be up this October at the Chesapeake Arts Center in Brooklyn Park, MD. Jeremy Goldman, Executive Director of Silhouette Stages, announces his company’s 20th season with a gala celebration at HCC’...

Pull out your calendars - it's "HOT TIME, SUMMER IN THE CITY," here at Razzle Dazzle Radio with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton. Guest Todd Hochkeppel delights audiences with his tales of playing Nathan Detroit in the Howard County Summer Theater's production of "Guys & Dolls" at Marriotts Ridge High School June 23-39. Here's a show that will have you tapping your feet and humming...

Picture yourself sitting on the lawn at Merriweather Post Pavilion and listening to your favorite rock band. Or joining families on a moonlit night at Colorburst Park in the nearby Merriweather District. That’s the mood co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton have set in this early summer edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. Guests Ian Kennedy, Executive Director of the Merriweather Arts & Cult...

Tune in to Razzle Dazzle Radio and hold on to your hats. Guest artists Lee Andersen and Diana Ulman are bursting with energy and enthusiasm for their artistic talent. Among her many endeavors, whirlwind Lee Andersen runs an interactive art museum, best described "as a pretend department store for the creatures of fairy tales, ancient myths, and other worlds,” located in the Long Reach Center off T...