Gulf Coast Life: Arts Edition

John Davis has been a full-time Reporter/Producer for WGCU since 2009. He is the local host for NPR’s Morning Edition and producer and host for WGCU’s radio talk program Gulf Coast Life! John came to WGCU as an intern in 2007, and is now reporting on a broad spectrum of topics of interest to Southwest Florida. Prior to joining WGCU, he worked at WDUQ-FM in Pittsburgh, PA covering local government and general assignments.John studied journalism at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, before earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from Florida Gulf Coast University. His work has garnered awards from the Press Club of Western Pennsylvania, the Radio Television Digital News Association, and a first place award and “Best in Show” from the Florida Associated Press for his investigative work in 2011. Send news pitches to wgcunews at wgcu.org

Gulf Coast Life: Arts Edition is a arts podcast hosted by John Davis, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

John Davis hosts Gulf Coast Life: Arts Edition, a arts show with 20 episodes published.

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  “Larger Than Life Watercolors” retrospective exhibition of works by Zan Lombardo now at Cape Coral Art Center

  Aug 13, 202624 min

  The Cape Coral Art Center is featuring a retrospective exhibition of works by Pine Island-based painter Zan Lombardo titled “Larger Than Life Watercolors” in reference to the large-scale watercolor scrolls that Lombardo is perhaps best known for. We talk with Lombardo about her unique artistic practice, what inspires her paintings, and the evolution of her work over time.

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  Players Circle Theater revives “My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra

  Aug 6, 202624 min

  On the heels of a currently running youth theater production of “Into the Woods” Players Circle Theater is preparing to perform “My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra.” We’ll talk with the directors and cast members from both shows.

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  Sanibel Summer Jazz Concert series peformance features Dana Paul, David Pastorius, Stu Shelton, and Tony Vigilante

  Jul 30, 202624 min

  The final performance of the inaugural Sanibel Summer Jazz Concert series, July 31, features vocalist Dana Paul, bassist David Pastorius, pianist Stu Shelton, and percussionist Tony Vigilante. The concert series is presented by the Sanibel Jazz Society, LLC, founded by Amy Sbarra to promote the art of jazz and support student musicians.

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  Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center hosts exhibit of incendiary works by artist James Massacci

  Jul 23, 202623 min

  The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center hosts an exhibition, this month, of works by fashion designed and self-described “debate artist” James Massacci. Titled “The Emotions of Everyday Life,” works in the show are predicated on simple images with powerful messages aimed at challenging viewers to engage with uncomfortable truths, and to, perhaps, reconsider ideological assumptions. We’ll talk with the artist about the show and about his unique approach to creating art.

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  Risk and vulnerability take center stage in Theatre Conspiracy’s production of Mark St. Germain’s “Dancing Lessons”

  Jul 16, 202624 min

  Theatre Conspiracy is mounting a production of playwright Mark St. Germain’s romantic comedy “Dancing Lessons.” The two-actor play takes audiences on a deep exploration of vulnerability and risk as the characters’ relationship develops and as they help each other step outside their respective comfort zones. We will talk with one of the stars of the production, actor Steven Coe.

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