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Out and About

Out and About

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A weekly spotlight on arts activities in Central Illinois. Every Friday, host Mae Gilliland Wright of Arts Partners of Central Illinois talks with area actors, musicians, artists and community leaders about an upcoming arts event. Out and About is supported, in part, by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council, a state agency.

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  • Peoria Players Theatre presents Young Frankenstein

    Peoria Players Theatre presents Young Frankenstein
    Jan 22 2026

    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Steve Hausler, Director of "Young Frankenstein" at Peoria Players Theatre.

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    5 mins
  • Morton Public Library Director Alissa Williams details winter activities

    Morton Public Library Director Alissa Williams details winter activities
    Jan 15 2026

    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks with Alissa Williams, Director of Morton Public Library.

    From the “Take Pieces of the Past” historic giveaway event to Olympic-themed youth programming, and book challenges for every taste, the library is full of winter activities for all ages. Learn how to participate... whether you live in Morton or not!

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  • Heritage Ensemble’s 26th consecutive Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Choral Celebration is January 18

    Heritage Ensemble’s 26th consecutive Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Choral Celebration is January 18
    Jan 7 2026

    On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois talks to Sharon Samuels Reed, founder and artistic director of The Heritage Ensemble. Sharon reflects on founding the Ensemble and the mission that continues to guide its work.

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