Michele DeVinney
Whatzup Features Writer
Articles
Dreaming of Shakespeare with music and in ballet
The works of William Shakespeare are heralded for his use of language and wit. But his stories can often succeed without relying on his prose. Romeo & Juliet has become […]
Fort Wayne Philharmonic to perform soundtrack of family favorite Home Alone
The Fort Wayne Philharmonic recently added Home Alone in Concert to their 2020-21 schedule as part of their contribution to the holiday season. The film, celebrating its 30th anniversary this […]
Local funeral home perfect setting for Irish comedy
Bar-hopping is a popular and time-honored tradition on St. Patrick’s Day. But this year there’s another very attractive option, one very much in keeping with the spirit and humor of […]
Orchestra and choirs together for concert
Based on a collection of medieval poems, Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana is a work which provides a perfect collaborative opportunity for arts organizations which provide different voices and elements to […]
The Gentle Rise of the Sensory-Friendly Performance
Venues and arts organizations have long made allowances for physical disabilities, complying with federal standards for wheelchair access and other ways to make their programming more inclusive. But in recent […]
Bob Ross Themed Fundraiser for Local PBS Station
Almost 25 years after his death, painter and PBS star Bob Ross may very well be more popular than ever. Tapping into that popularity is Fort Wayne’s PBS station WFWA, […]
Irish folk band brings Good News to the Fort
Back in Fort Wayne by popular demand, Rend Collective, the Irish folk worship band, are touring in support of their most recent album, Good News, which was released in early […]
The voices of nine men combine in ‘musical’
A raucous celebration of music and dance, The Choir of Man is more than a concert but not exactly a musical. In fact, it is ultimately its own category of […]
Check out region’s student art at FWMoA
Now through April 11, visitors to the Fort Wayne Museum of Art can enjoy the annual celebration of Scholastic Art & Writing Award recipients. The winning works are from students […]