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Four Corners Arts Forum
by Margy Dudley
Who knew that the small mountain town of Durango had such an active art scene! Four Corners Arts Forum features art that is visual, performance, literary, musical, corporal, culinary, and art that you may not have thought of as art. Host Margy Dudley finds remarkable stories of creative and dedicated artists who have long lived at the corners of our minds, and brings them to the center of our conversations.
Episodes
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Studio & Gallery presents "Raven and the Dance of Shadows" an exhibit of performance art, wearable sculpture, live poetry, visual art and music opening Friday October 16th.
I'm excited to be speaking about the upcoming exhibit at Studio & Gallery titled "Raven and the Dance of Shadows" beginning this Friday October 16th and running through Sunday October 25th. This is a ceremonial exhibition which will open with a free performance. Joining me on the program today…
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The Durango Open Studio Tour is happening Saturday and Sunday October 17 & 18 from 10am-4pm!
Joining me on this episode is local artist Cindy Miller Atchison owner of CMA Art, a graphic design company here in Durango, Colorado. As well as being a professional landscape painter working with both acrylic and oil paints, she is also the organizer of the Durango Open Studio Tour, an exciting...
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The Durango Friends of the Arts has been raising funds since 1991 to help the arts and culture thrive in our community.
In this episode I'm excited to be speaking about the Durango Friends of the Arts which is a local non-profit all volunteer organization raising funds since 1991 for projects and programs whose goals are to provide educational and cultural benefits. This includes performing and visual arts in...
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The Merely Players Theatre Company is presenting "The Importance of Being Earnest" a timeless satirical masterpiece by Victorian playwright Oscar Wilde.
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Mohriah James and Geoff Johnson both immensely talented local actors appearing in the Merely Players' production of "The Importance of Being Earnest" A Wildly Elegant Comedy by Oscar Wilde who is regarded as the greatest playwright of the...
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The 32nd Annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival on Second Avenue takes Saturday and Sunday September 19th and 20th.
Joining me on this episode is Jeni Heerat the Director of the Annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival in it's 32nd year presented by the Durango Arts Center were Jeni is also Director of Operations. The Festival which takes place on 2nd Avenue features 78 artists this year exhibiting Fine Arts and...
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The Powerhouse Children's Museum and Science Center in Durango is hosting "The Chemistry of Cuisine" the Annual STEAMFEST Fundraiser on Friday September 18th!
Joining me for this episode are Sydnie Golden and Chandra Stubbs from the Powerhouse Children's Museum and Science Center in Durango, providing STEAM education encouraging innovative real world skills and critical thinking for children and their families. Sydnie is the Deputy Director and Chandra...
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"New And Used: An Exploration of Life in Youth and Aging" is performed by Wordy Old Men and Friends at the Merely Underground Theatre.
In this episode we're talking about "New And Used: An Exploration of Life in Youth and Aging" an upcoming spoken word performance featuring the Wordy Old Men & Friends, this year including some of the younger generation encouraging a deeper understanding and acceptance. Joining me in the studio…
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The 2nd Annual Mesa Verde Literary Festival is happening in Mancos, Colorado on Saturday September 5th!
In this episode I'm excited to be speaking about the upcoming 2nd Annual Mesa Verde Literary Festival happening throughout the town in Mancos, Colorado on Saturday September 5th, "Bringing writers and readers together in the the shadow of Mesa Verde National Park". Joining me in the studio to…
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Durango Natural Foods is hosting its 6th Annual free Harvest Festival Saturday August 22nd at Rotary Park from 2 - 7pm.
I'm excited to be speaking about Durango Natural Foods 6th Annual Harvest Festival which happens this Saturday August 22from 2 - 7pm at Rotary Park, celebrating Durango's only Co-op Grocery Store. There will be live music, local vendors, food, beverages and family friendly activities. Joining me…
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The Durango Arts Repertory Theatre is presenting "The Minutes" a play directed by Monica DiBiasio, featuring local talent Brian Devine and Abby Drabek.
In this episode I'm excited to be speaking with Monica DiBiasio, Artistic Managing Director of the Performing Arts Department at the Durango Arts Center. Monica is directing the upcoming production of "The Minutes" by playwright Tracy Letts who won a Pulitzer Prize for his play "August:Osage...
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Two local artists, Bill Grimes and Noah Stotz exhibit their sculptural artwork at the Durango Creative District Gallery.
In this episode I speak with two local artists, Bill Grimes and Noah Stotz about their upcoming exhibit titled Amalgamation at the Durango Creative District Gallery featuring their sculptural work. The show begins Friday August 7th and runs through Friday August 28th celebrating the creative...
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Celebrating Music in the Mountain's 40th Anniversary Season of premier classical music which continues through this Sunday August 2nd 2026.
In this episode we'll be talking about the 40th Anniversary Season of Music in the Mountains, a premier classical music festival which began Thursday July 9th and runs through Sunday August 2nd. Joining me in the studio are Angie Beach, Executive Director and Vadim Gluzman, Artistic Director and...
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Local Durango artist Nancy Byers shares her passion for creating unique and beautiful fused glass art.
In this episode I'm excited to be speaking with local Durango artist Nancy Byers who over the last seven years has been creating art using fused glass. Her unique and beautiful pieces have been exhibited in many locations in the region. Raven House Gallery and BurroFest both in Mancos, Colorado,...
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Judith Reynolds, the political cartoonist and arts journalist for the Durango Herald will give a talk on Thursday July 23rd at the Durango Creative District Gallery.
Joining me on this episode is Judith Reynolds to talk about her exhibit at the Durango Creative District Community Gallery. The show is titled "30 Years of Durango Toons: A Retrospective of Political Cartoonist Judith Reynolds" Her cartoons have appeared in the Durango Herald's Arts and...
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The 72nd Annual Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show is happening this weekend July 10-12 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds in Durango, Colorado.
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Joel Arnold about the upcoming Four Corners Gem and Mineral Show which has been happening for the lat 72 years. The show takes place this Friday July 10 through Sunday July 12 at the La Plata County Fairgrounds with 67 dealers from around the...
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The San Juan Symphony is celebrating it's upcoming 41st Anniversary Season of concerts titled "Larger than Life".
Today I'm excited to be speaking about the San Juan Symphony's upcoming 41st Anniversary Season called "Larger Than Life" featuring four concerts including performances by guest soloists. Joining me in the studio are Thomas Heuser Music Director and Conductor of the symphony and Meghann Zenteno...
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The 8th annual Durango PlayFest is happening this week June 23-29 featuring new works by four playwrights from around the country.
In this episode we are talking about the 8th Annual Durango PlayFest taking place Tuesday June 23 through Sunday June 28 at the Fort Lewis Community Concert Hall. PlayFest brings professional and emerging playwrights together with professional actors and directors from around the country to...
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The 7th annual Mancos BurroFest is happening Saturday June 20th celebrating Colorado's 150th Anniversary.
In this episode we will be talking about the 7th Annual BurroFest in Mancos, Colorado happening this Saturday June 20 from 10am until 5pm. This event has become a Mancos tradition featuring a day of burros, artists, obstacle course, food trucks and more. This year the theme is "Burro Birthday…
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Local artist Marie McCallum talks about her paintings and the upcoming show at Thrive Artisan Boutique.
Join me for a conversation with Durango artist Marie McCallum whose paintings done in the classical realism style bringing to life images of clothing, shop windows, store fronts and automobiles. He work is influenced by her years as a dressmaker, sign artists and Trompe l'oeil painter. She…
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The SW Mahj Club brings people together with beginner lessons, guided games and open play events spreading the love of American Mahjong in the Four Corners!
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Aimee Morse and Allison Wall, both founders of the SW Mahj Club offering beginner lessons, guided games and open play events for American Mahjong. Their mission is to spread the love of the game of Mahjong across the Four Corners. In addition…
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KDUR's Furniture As Art fundraising event is happening this Friday May 29 at the Student Union Ballroom at Fort Lewis College.
In this episode I'm excited to be speaking with a group of six of the artists who are involved in creating and donating pieces of art to the KDUR Furniture As Art auction, an annual fundraising event that has taken place for over 25 years. The artists joining me in the studio are Miki Harder…
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Author Blake Boles speaks about his book "Dirtbag Rich" and the alternative lifestyles that have meaning and purpose.
Joining me on the program today is Blake Boles, a traveling writer, speaker, partner dancer, lover of adventure and experiential educator building exciting alternatives to traditional schools for self-directed young people, leading Unschool Adventure trips for teenagers. He himself lives a...
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Maria's Bookshop hosts an author event with Dr. Tom Myers to speak about his most recent book "The Grandest Trek".
Today I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Tom Myers, author of the "The Grandest Trek" his most recent book about his journey hiking the length of the Grand Canyon and the people stories and life lessons he learned and the bond created with his son who joined him on this 600 mile trek. Tom…
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The Durango Farmers Market season begins this Saturday May 9 on Main Avenue in Durango, Colorado!
Joining me on this episode is Anna Knowles, the Executive Director of the Durango Farmer's Market. The market opens for the season this Saturday May 9th on Main Avenue from 8am until noon with vendors and live music as well as an opening day chef competition called Let Them Cook! using market...
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The Merely Players once again brings the magic of theatre to Durango with their production of the musical "Into the Woods"
In this episode I'm speaking with Mona Wood-Patterson co-founder and Artistic Director of the Merely Players theatre company here in Durango and actor Joey Panelli. We're speaking about their exciting upcoming production of "Into The Woods", a musical journey with lyrics and music by Stephen...
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The 7th Annual Ragtime and Early Jazz Festival is happening in Durango, Colorado April 16-19, 2026.
Joining me on this episode is Durango musician Adam Swanson to talk about the exciting 7th Annual Ragtime and Early Jazz Festival. Adam, an award winning ragtime pianist who has performed around the world is hosting the event which takes place beginning Thursday April 16 and running through…
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The West Slope Westies have opened their new dance studio on Main Avenue in Durango.
Joining me in this episode is is Marty Saunders, a co-Creator of the West Slope Westies. This non-profit movement organization has just found a new home on Main Avenue together with the Durango Collective where they offer open dance sessions and classes in West Coast Swing, Country Swing and…
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Mike Brieger's solo exhibit at Studio & Gallery titled "Stations Of The Cross" begins Friday April 3, 2026
Guest host Bryant Liggett interviews local artist Mike Brieger about his exciting upcoming solo exhibit titled "Stations Of The Cross". The show runs from Friday April 3rd thru Sunday April 12, 2026 at Studio & Gallery located at 1027 Main Avenue in Durango, Colorado. Mike, one of Durango's...
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The Fort Lewis College Theatre Department presents The Old Man and the Old Moon with guest directors Melissa Firlit and Malcolm Payne.
In this episode I'll be talking about the upcoming production of The Old Man and the Old Moon written by PigPen Theatre Company and performed by the students at the Fort Lewis College Theatre Department. Joining me in the studio is Melissa Firlit, a guest Director and Educator who is the Artistic...
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In this episode I speak with the Animas High School Playmakers theatre group about their upcoming production of the Wizard of Oz.
Today I'm excited to be talking about the upcoming production of the Wizard of Oz performed by the Animas High School Playmakers theatre group here in Durango, Colorado. Joining me in the studio today is Dallas Padovan, director, choreographer and teacher in the theatre department at Animas High...
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Local artists donate handmade bowls to raise money for Manna Soup Kitchen's fundraiser.
Today I'm excited to be speaking about an upcoming event for Manna Soup Kitchen called Empty Bowls Fundraiser creating an opportunity for artists to generously support food insecurity. Joining me in the studio is Joseph Kuzma, Development Director for Manna and Ally Bloom a local artist, potter…
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Learn about the new OddBall Theatre Company bringing more unique and exciting theatre to Durango!
Durango's art scene has continued to grow and become more exciting each year and that includes theatre! Joining me in the studio this morning are Dallas Padovan, Zachary Chiero, Tara Demmy and Conor Sheehan all local professional actors who will be talking about the new theatre company they are...
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Mandy Irons and Tara Demmy of Merely Players Theatre Company talk about the upcoming production of Silent Sky.
Joining me in the studio are two very talented Durango locals Mandy Irons and Tara Demmy both with the Merely Players Theatre Company. We're talking about the upcoming production of Silent Sky, a play written by Lauren Gunderson which is based on the true story of the life and discoveries of...
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Thom Chacon, a Durango local and an award winning actor, musician and songwriter will be performing on Friday February 13th at The Indigo Room at iAM Music.
Joining me on the program today is the multitalented Durango local Thom Chacon. Thom is an award winning actor, musician, songwriter and screenwriter as well as local fly fishing guide. As musician he regularly tours in Europe and in 2025 he released his most recent CD called Lonely Songs for...
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Mary Fuller, owner of the Turquoise Raven Art Gallery in Cortez, Colorado speaks about the artists she works with and the community art scene in Cortez.
Joining me in this episode is Mary Fuller, owner of the Turquoise Raven Art Gallery in Cortez, Colorado. Mary is originally from Wisconsin where she received a degree centered around textile and interior design from the University of Wisconsin in Madison. In her late 20s she went back to…
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In this episode I speak with Denise Leslie owner and publisher of Arts Perspective Magazine, an independent arts and culture magazine for Southwest Colorado.
It's my pleasure to be speaking with Denise Leslie, owner and publisher of Arts Perspective Magazine, an independent arts and culture magazine for Southwest Colorado. The magazine produces a free weekly digital newsletter called Eye on the Arts which connects the reader to artists and creatives…
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In this episode I speak with Beth Lamberson Warren the new Executive Director of the Durango Arts Center about the exciting year ahead in 2026.
Joining me in the episode today is Beth Lamberson Warren the new Executive Director of the Durango Arts Center. Beth is a long time Durango local having lived in the area for 43 years and is known by many as an experienced grant writer, fundraiser and community engagement professional. She spent...
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Join me for a conversation with Durango's professional musician and luthier Bruce Allsopp.
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Bruce Allsopp a professional musician and luthier known in the region for his dedication to doing quality work in repairing all kinds of stringed instruments. His first job as a luthier was in Boulder, Colorado at OME Banjos at which time he…
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Cie Hoover, professional artist and musician from Ouray, Colorado talks about his artistic journey.
My guest in this episode is Cie Hoover, an artist and musician from Ouray, Colorado. Cie was recently selected as one of three artists whose work is currently exhibited at the Durango-La Plata County Airport. His work is also represented in galleries in Telluride, Colorado and the Piper J Gallery...
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Local artist Chris Warren talks about his visual art, the Durango Creative District and the Durango comedy scene.
Today I'm excited to be speaking with Chris Warren a professional visual artist who grew up here in Durango, Colorado and received a BFA in Film Studies from the University of Colorado Boulder. His love for the San Juan Mountains and the natural world around him has influenced his intricate…
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Local professional voice over artist Victor Locke speaks about community involvement and the evolution of his career in radio and TV broadcasting.
In this episode I am honored to have long time Durango local Victor Locke as my guest. Victor is a professional voice over artist who has also won many awards as news anchor and reporter including from the Associated press, United Press International, the Colorado Broadcasters Association and…
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Fourteen year old Emmett Kane talks about the book he has just published titled "World on Fire: A Middle Schooler Looks at World War II"
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Emmett Kane who by the age of 14 has written and recently published a book as part of his studies over 3 years at Mountain Middle School here in Durango, Colorado. The book is titled "World on Fire: A middle Schooler Looks at World War II"....
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Matt Bodo and Brian Devine of Merely Players Theatre Company talk about the holiday production of It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play.
Joining me in the studio today are Matt Bodo and Brian Devine both with the Merely Players Theatre Company. We're talking about the upcoming production of It's A Wonderful Life: A live Radio Play adapted by Joe Landry in 2006 based on the holiday classic. The play is performed as a 1940's live...
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Guest host Bryant Liggett talks with Rob Miller, co-founder of Bloodshot Records about his newly released book.
In this episode Rob Miller talks about his newly released book "The Hours are Long But the Pay is Low: A curious Life in Independent Music". The book details Miller's three-decade journey through music and how he helped build the prominent Chicago indie-punk-country label BLOODSHOT RECORDS. In...
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In this episode I speak with Kathryn Waggener, Executive Director of the Durango Creative District and Toni Vicari, Aviation Director of the Durango-La Plata County Airport about the exciting art projects happening in the new terminal expansions.
Joining me in the studio today are Kathryn Waggener, Executive Director of the Durango Creative District and Tony Vicari, Aviation Director of the Durango-La Plata County Airport. I'm excited to be speaking about their collaborative work to showcase local art at the airport. Kathryn brings...
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Fort Lewis College lecturer of dance and theatre Suzy DiSanto talks about the movement based performance piece she has created called Anaïs inspired by the love, desire and turmoil of the life of Anaïs Nin.
Joining me on the program today is Suzy DiSanto a lecturer of theatre and dance here at Fort Lewis College. I'm excited to be talking about the evocative movement based performance piece she has created called Anaïs inspired by the love, desire and turmoil of the lives of Anaïs Nin, Henry Miller...
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Bekah Kolbe, Gallery Manager of the Blue Rain Gallery in Durango talks about the gallery's first invitational group exhibition called "Southwest Remix" highlighting the work of emerging local and regional artists.
In this episode I speak with Bekah Kolbe, Gallery Manager for Blue Rain Gallery in Durango. We talk about the exciting exhibit that she has recently curated called "Southwest Remix". This is the gallery's first invitational group exhibition bringing together thirteen dynamic emerging local and...
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Artist and musician Ted Moore talks about the upcoming invitational exhibition at Blue Rain Gallery and the exciting release party of the new album by his band the Mojo Birds at Animas City Theatre.
Joining me in the studio today is the multi-talented Ted Moore who is a local artist, musician and teacher. Ted combines wood cabinetry, ink painting and gold leaf inspired by nature and medieval influences to create unique pieces of art that have been exhibited in various galleries in Durango…
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Join me for a conversation with Anthony Myers, a local performer, comedian and storyteller as we talk about his fun and thought-provoking production of "Wordy Old Men" in conjunction with the Merely Players' Studio Series.
In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Anthony Myers, a local performer, comedian and talented storyteller. Anthony has performed both nationally and internationally attending many comedy, spoken word and fringe festivals around the world. Before retirement Anthony spent many years…
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Dean Mullen and Danny Quinlan of the Afrobeatniks band talk about their exciting upcoming performance at the Animas City Theatre along with Bluphunk and other special guests.
Joining me in the studio on this episode are two local musicians who are members of one of the area's favorite bands, the Afrobeatniks. Dean Mullen plays the congas, djembe and a variety of other percussion instruments and Danny Quinlan is on guitar. On Friday October 24th the Afrobeatniks will…
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Who knew that the small mountain town of Durango had such an active art scene! Four Corners Arts Forum features art that is visual, performance, literary, musical, corporal, culinary, and art that you may not have thought of as art. Host Margy Dudley finds remarkable stories of creative and dedicated artists who have long lived at the corners of our minds, and brings them to the center of our conversations.
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