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The Scene

Spotlight a growing and vibrant arts community in the Upper Cumberland with The Scene on Lite Rock 95.9. Host Laura Holloway interviews local artists, performers, and more to learn what goes into their craft and why. Find out where their ideas and talents originate, while also keeping a pulse on upcoming performances and galleries around the Upper Cumberland each week on The Scene.

Showcase local talent from across the Upper Cumberland with Laura Holloway and The Scene - Sunday mornings 8-10am on Lite Rock 95.9
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261 Episodes
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Mitchell White Joins Mark Creter To Discuss The Overton Art Council

Mark Creter sits down with Mitchell White, a professional artist and board member of the Overton/Livingston Arts Council, to discuss the growing arts scene in Overton County. Formed in 2023, the council focuses on promoting arts education, supporting local artists, and drawing attention to Livingston’s historic downtown through events and…
28 Sep 15 min

Noah Mears & Gibson Burke Join Mark Creter To Discuss Being Local Film Makers

Mark Creter sits down with self-taught filmmakers Noah Mears and Gibson Berke, a creative duo making waves in the Upper Cumberland film scene. Though they’ve only been working together a short time, they’ve already produced several short films and one feature, with another — Before Hollywood Calls — on the…
21 Sep 15 min

Dwight Wages Joins Mark Creter To Discuss The Fall Concert Series

On this week's episode of The Scene, Dwight Wages joins Mark Creter! They discuss Dwight's love for music, how he got into it, and much more! They also talk on the upcoming Southern Stars Symphonic Brass Fall Concert Series, which they have been hard at work on for a while!…
14 Sep 16 min

Prudence Van Aalten Joins Mark Creter To Discuss Love For Theatre

Mark Creter sits down with Prudence Van Aalten, a New York-born actress and theatre teacher now living in Cookeville, TN, who grew up in a Shakespeare-loving household where Broadway dreams were part of her upbringing. Though she trained as a performer, Prudence says teaching has deepened her love for theatre,…
7 Sep 15 min

Melissa Ellis And Dan Allcott With Mark Creter On Free Outdoor Community Concert

In this episode, Mark Creter sits down with Dan Allcott and Melissa Ellis of the Bryan Symphony Orchestra—the only professional symphony in residence outside of an urban center in Tennessee, proudly serving the Upper Cumberland region They discuss their roles within the orchestra, their tenure, and how the ensemble got…
31 Aug 16 min

Kaden Hobbs And McKenna Proffitt Join Mark Creter To Discuss Funny Girl

In this episode, Mark Creter sits down with young actors Kaden Hobbs and McKenna Proffitt from Warren Arts to discuss their upcoming production of Funny Girl. They share what first inspired them to get involved in community theatre and reflect on the impact Warren Arts has had on their artistic…
24 Aug 15 min

Sheri Denning Joins Mark Creter To Discuss Warren Arts' Shrek Play

Mark Creter welcomes Sherri Denning, Executive Director of Warren Arts in McMinnville, to discuss their upcoming auditions for Shrek The Musical. Sherri shares the inspiring origin story of Warren Arts and her role in guiding its growth and vision. She offers a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process that brings…
17 Aug 16 min

Raniece Marie Joins Mark Creter To Discuss Cookeville Art & Singing On Spring

Mark Creter sits down with singer-songwriter Raniece Marie to discuss the upcoming Singing on Spring event, taking place August 13th in Cookeville. Originally from New York, Raniece shares her journey to the region and offers insight into what makes Cookeville’s arts community so distinctive. She reflects on her early involvement…
10 Aug 15 min

Amy Ing Speaks Spotlight Costumes With Mark Creter

Mark Creter sits down with Amy Ing, founder and owner of Spotlight Costumes—based in Cookeville, Tennessee—whose handcrafted costume designs have graced productions from Knoxville’s Bearden High School’s Hamlet to Prescott Middle School’s The Lion King. Hailing from nearby White Bluff, Amy’s passion for theater costuming blossomed into a thriving business…
3 Aug 14 min

Melissa Ellis Speaks On Bryan Symphony Orchestra With Mark Creter

Mark Creter sits down with Melissa Ellis, Development Director for the Upper Cumberland’s own Bryan Symphony Orchestra—the only professional orchestra in rural Tennessee. Melissa’s passion for music began at age 15 when she joined the Cumberland County Playhouse in Crossville, and later studied music therapy at Tennessee Tech before working…
27 Jul 14 min

Shane Cunningham Speaks On Drama/Theatre At CHS With Mark Creter

Mark Creter talks with Shane Cunningham, director of the theatre program at Cookeville High School. From a childhood interest sparked by a story from his dad to leading successful student productions, Shane shares his journey into theatre, the events his students travel to and place in, and what exciting performances…
20 Jul 15 min

Andrea Kruska Discusses The Arts & Photography With Mark Creter

Join Mark Creter as he chats with Andrea Kruska, a landscape and nature photographer whose lifelong passion began in high school when she discovered her dad’s vintage film camera. Since officially launching her photography journey in 2019, Andrea has melded traditional film techniques—learned through classes and self‑instruction—with her keen eye…
13 Jul 15 min

Meredith Lewis Talks The Arts & Theatre With Mark Creter

Mark Creter sits down with Meredith Lewis, an artist and professor at Tennessee Tech. A Kentucky native, Meredith always had a love for the arts and theatre but initially set out to pursue a more "normal" career path. Her passion was reignited after visiting the Appalachian Center for Crafts in…
7 Jul 15 min

Aaron Ramsey Discusses A Night With Molière With Mark Creter

Mark Creter catches up with Aaron Ramsey, a local director and former student from Tennessee Tech who found his love for theatre by chance. What started as just another class to fill a credit quickly turned into a full-on passion, with Aaron diving into every production he could. Now, he's…
22 Jun 15 min

Community Sings Bob Dillon At CPAC

During this episode, our host Mark Creter sits down with Andrew Smith and Dakota Brown who are co producers of Community Sings Bob Dillon - which is an event taking place on June 5th at 7pm. Listen To The Scene Podcast Today!
27 May 15 min

Terri Ritter On Family Friendly Art Fair

Mark Creter talks about a new arts show in The Upper Cumberland with Terri Ritter - who is from the Cookeville Art Studio and Gallery in Cookeville. Hear all about their studio and the art fair coming up! Vendors needed! Listen To The Scene Podcast Today!
18 May 15 min
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