Did you ever wonder what it takes to go on tour? Tune in to this featured story about the musical MEMPHIS to learn more about life on tour as told by actors Joey Elrose (Huey Calhoun) and Daniel Hines (Ensemble). Hear what the cast and crew endure during a typical day on the road and learn what inspires these actors to step back into character to deliver a high energy performance night after night. 

Phone Interviews: Adam McVay & Tim Brooks
Audio Editing: Adam McVay
Narration: Harrison Webb
Story Contributors: Adam McVay, Harrison Webb, Miles Stamey, Daniel Smith

Victoria Theatre Association’s Radio Waves: Race, Rhythm & Rock ‘N’ Roll spotlights the power of the radio as an instrument for social change. Radio Waves draws on the Broadway tour of MEMPHIS as inspiration to examine the rise of race music in the 1950s, and its influence on Rhythm & Blues, Rock ‘N’ Roll, and the Civil Rights Movement. This rich history has been used to shape audio stories created by Kettering Fairmont High School Career Tech Center students. Working with a producer from 91.3 WYSO, students have created engaging stories highlighting the power of radio.

The Music of My Soul: On The Road with Memphis

This story explores the birth of Rock ‘N’ Roll and its ability to transcend race, gender, social class, and time. Join Dr. Dennis Loranger, Wright State University Professor, and media student, Michael McQueen, Jr. for a discussion on the ability of rock music to reflect and influence our culture.

Interview by Michael McQueen Jr.
Audio Editing by Savannah Real
Narrator: Michael McQueen Jr. 
Story Contributors: Anna Mote, Savannah Real, Michael McQueen Jr. 

Victoria Theatre Association’s Radio Waves: Race, Rhythm & Rock ‘N’ Roll spotlights the power of the radio as an instrument for social change. Radio Waves draws on the Broadway tour of MEMPHIS as inspiration to examine the rise of race music in the 1950s, and its influence on Rhythm & Blues, Rock ‘N’ Roll, and the Civil Rights Movement. This rich history has been used to shape audio stories created by Kettering Fairmont High School Career Tech Center students. Working with a producer from 91.3 WYSO, students have created engaging stories highlighting the power of radio.

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