Poet Scott Poole was just one of the refreshing highlights of the Live Wire Radio show last night at the Historic Elsinore Theatre. The Salem Creative Network was hard at work facilitating the underpinnings of the production that featured Governor Barbara Roberts, OSU basketball coach Craig Robinson, Mirah, Portland Cello Project, author David Guterson, essayist Stacy Bolt (McKay graduate) and Willamette University acappella group Headband, among many other inspirational creatives.
While stage productions appear effortless to the general audience member, many hours of hard work go into the preparation and execution of the successful program. We were there weeks prior to the show, guiding the producers with the intricacies of downtown Salem and our unique media environment. When production day arrived, we were able to smooth out the details and keep the talent happy as they provided an enlightening experience that will long be remembered.
Upon reflection at the after party, it was obvious that Salem is city that wants to remain a mystery even while striving to make a name for itself in the world of creativity. Our reputation is reinforced internally and externally in a seemingly unbreakable cycle of self-conscious bravado. With the accomplishment of satisfying the Live Wire talent and audience, we may be slowly be cracking the mold through observation from an outside perspective.
Take a listen for yourself on OPB 91.5 FM the next two Saturdays at 7 pm and decide for yourself. I heard it in the audience, you can can hear it too. Salem is right up there with the rest of the world.
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