Recently, I spoke with Melanie Tubbs, about her experiences directing plays in the area, and, in particular her current project, directing Eccentricities of a Nightingale for this year’s Tennessee Williams Tribute in Columbus. Here’s what she shared: How long have you been directing plays? Tubbs replied, “I started when I was in college. I directed […]
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I recently spoke with Mississippi Delta artist Christina Alford about her painting style, her technique, and more. Here’s what she had to say: Have you had any formal art training or are you self-taught? How long have you been painting? Alford replied that she is self-taught and that she has been painting for about 5½
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I recently spoke with Rose Harrison, a painter who currently resides in Columbus and whose husband is stationed at Columbus about her introduction to the world of art, her influences, and her current collection, “Different Parts,” is currently on exhibit in the Artist’s Alley section of the Rosenzweig Arts Center, through August 31st. This
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I recently spoke with Ming Donkey, a Jackson-based artist, whose current collection opens a month-long exhibit, entitled “Red, White, & You,” at the Columbus Arts Council’s Rosenzweig Arts Center (501 Main Street) this Thursday, August 3rd, from 5:30pm-7:00pm, about his work, his influences, and some other interesting details. Ming (we’re on a first-name basis) indicated
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I recently spoke with Carl Damone, co-founder of Carl & the Road Dawgs, one of the busiest bands in north Mississippi. During our conversation, he shared some interesting info on the band, a very recent bit of exciting news, and what keeps the band together. Tell us how the band came to be founded. Who
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Adele Elliott is a New Orleans artist and author who has ben living in Columbus since 2005. She recently shared some aspects of her world with Do the 662. 1. Where do you live and work? My husband and I are from New Orleans. We have lived in Columbus since a witch named Katrina destroyed
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The Bouncing Betty is a Columbus-based cover band that is known throughout the Golden Triangle of north Mississippi and beyond for their unique take on 80s Rock-and-Roll classics. I recently spoke with the band’s co-founder, Mark Ellis, to learn about the band, its members, and more. Can you tell us how The Bouncing Betty came
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Big Joe Shelton is a Blues icon, not only in north Mississippi and throughout the United States, but around the world. His creative and often humorous lyrics, as well as his talent on the harmonica, have led to a worldwide fan base that grows bigger every day. I had the pleasure of sitting down with
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