Politics and Place – Madeline Ostrander

November 18, 2009

Madeline Ostrander works global politics into a flowing narrative that hinges on personal stories. Her experiences abroad fill her writing with distinct, tangible scenes with genuine characters. Readers and listeners are forced to contemplate war and responsibility. Music by Amy Rubin and Dawn Clement, produced as part of the Jack Straw Artist Support Program.

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Poetry off the Page – Angela Martinez Dy

November 4, 2009

In her rhythmic storytelling, Angela Martinez Dy sketches a snapshot of the social and cultural fabric of her time. Her art, which starts with poetry on the page, becomes a gripping, powerful force in her delivery. She says her writing helps her express who she is and leads to deeper self-understanding. Music by Bob Rees, […]

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Aono Jikken – Daughter’s Visit

October 21, 2009

This piece is from Aono Jikken‘s soundtrack to the 1926 Japanese silent film A Page of Madness, recorded during their 1998 Jack Straw artist residency. Aono Jikken will be presenting at Jack Straw’s next Composer Spotlight, on November 11th.

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Cultural Storytelling – Kim-An Lieberman

October 21, 2009

Kim-An Lieberman‘s writing is a study on how the media shapes contemporary culture. She uses stories and characters featured in the media in her work. Through poetry, Lieberman is able to create unique, playful portraits of her subjects and continue a long tradition of storytelling. Music by Matt Weiner and Del Rey, produced as part […]

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