Will Russell and Ellen Paquette of the band Sixpence join WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss the bands debut album Songs of Sixpence, their musical beginnings and how they began working together, Ellen's artwork endeavors outside of the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Leslie Calimeri of the Chautauqua Art Gallery – September 16, 2022
Anthony Merchant talks with local artist and business owner Leslie Calimeri about the Chautauqua Art Gallery and its new location along with what the future holds for the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire: The Magic of Michael Grandinetti – September 9, 2022
WRFARadio · Arts on Fire - The Magic of Michael Grandinetti - September 9, 2022 WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks with Magician Michael Grandinetti, who will be coming to the main stage of Reg Lenna Center for the Arts in Jamestown on Saturday, Sept. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Artist Molly Strong on Spring Street Parking Garage Mural – September 9, 2022
WRFA's Anthony Merchant talks with local artist Molly Strong about her mural project on the Spring Street parking garage in Jamestown. They also talk influences, creative process and other outlets of creativity Molly … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Paul Clemente of Karate Sleepover – August 26, 2022
Jamestown comedian Paul Clemente of Karate Sleepover joined WRFA's Anthony Merchant in the studios to discuss putting on Jamestown's first reverse roast, the return of Karate Sleepover's open mic night, the local comedy scene and much much … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Sukanya Burman of the Sukanya Burman Dance Company – August 26, 2022
Dancer, choreographer and owner of the Sukanya Burman Dance Company in Jamestown, NY, Sukanya Burman joins WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss her journey from India to New York City to Western New York/Northwest Pennsylvania, what she is … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Julie Rockcastle of The Heron and Great Blue Heron Festival – August 26, 2022
Julie Rockcastle of The Heron returns to Arts on Fire to speak with WRFA's Anthony Merchant all about the fourth and final Beyond the Blue for 2022, what you can find at The Heron in the fall, a recap of the first year of the Beyond the Blue music … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Pat Hazell talks new Johnny Carson variety show and exhibit – August 12, 2022
Comedian, writer and podcast host Pat Hazell talks with WRFA's Anthony Merchant about his one night only Johnny Carson variety and tribute show in Jamestown, NY, the new Carson exhibit at the National Comedy Center, what it was like to perform on … [Read more...]
Arts on Fire – Jamestown painter and musician Joesph Grice – August 12, 2022
Jamestown painter and punk rock musician Joseph Grice joins WRFA's Anthony Merchant in studio to discuss Joe's musical and artistic journeys, his upcoming art classes and residency at the Roger Tory Peterson Institute, whether or not Joe can see … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Arts on Fire – Miki Girts of the Whirlybird Music & Arts Festival – July 29, 2022
Miki Girts of the Whirlybird Music & Arts Festival joins Anthony Merchant in the WRFA studios to discuss the 2022 Whirlybird Fest, the origins of the festival and Miki's love for music, artists to expect on this years lineup, future goals for … [Read more...]
