John Mortara

STNL! with Lightnin' James

John Mortara — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:29:57 +0000

A superb vocalist and guitarist, Lightnin' James performs many of the classic Blues tunes you know so well, plus a few of his own. James has performed extensively throughout the Triangle region and was a contestant in the 2012 Cape Fear Blues Challenge.

Thursday, May 30
in the MC Erny Gallery at WHQR
254 N. Front Street, Downtown

Doors at 6:30
Show at 7:30

Cinematique: "Renoir"

John Mortara — Fri, 24 May 2013 17:23:15 +0000

Prologue: "A Town of Empty Rooms"

John Mortara — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:26:44 +0000

Join Ben Steelman of StarNews and guest Karen E. Bender for light refreshments and a discussion of the author's book, A Town of Empty Rooms.

May 20, 7 - 8pm
in WHQR's MC Erny Gallery
254 N. Front Street, Third Floor

Midday Interview: "Longleaf: As Far As the Eye Can See"

John Mortara — Wed, 08 May 2013 19:25:21 +0000

"Jazz at the Mansion" Concert Series

John Mortara — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:40:15 +0000

The Bellamy Mansion Museum, presents a series of jazz performances at the lovely mansion on the 1st Thursday of every month. Music begins at 6:30.

For a full schedule, visit BellamyMansion.org.

Cinematique: "Quartet" - Directed by Dustin Hoffman

John Mortara — Thu, 02 May 2013 15:47:24 +0000

WHQR Turns 29 Years Old!

John Mortara — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 04:00:01 +0000

On this day in 1984, the Friends of the Opera, supported by public radio lovers and volunteers, set up shop in a converted bar in a strip mall on Greenfield Street. From humble beginnings, WHQR grew into a strong community station supported by its faithful listeners. Thank you for all for your support and devotion to WHQR over these 29 amazing years! A full history of the station can be found here.

Listen to the very first sounds of WHQR in 1984:

YWCA Cape Fear Women of Achievement Awards

John Mortara — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:19:46 +0000

The 28^th Annual YWCA Women of Achievement Awards celebrates the accomplishments of women and young leaders in the Lower Cape Fear Region.

Thursday, May 9 at the Wilmington Convention Center.

Funds from this event support the YWCA of the Lower Cape Fear, whose primary goals are to improve the lives of women and their families and to eliminate racism in order to attain a common vision: peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all people.

Final Reception: "CONTRAST" by E. Francisca Dekker & Benjamin Billingsley

John Mortara — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 15:06:07 +0000

Two different people, two different cultures, two different styles - a perfect contrast!

Brent Stimmel STNL performance airs this Friday and Saturday

John Mortara — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:03:30 +0000

A true Wilmington native and local favorite, Brent Stimmel was born in Wilmington and spent much of his younger years in Raleigh. During his time at UNCW, Brent honed his voice and started performing at open mic nights around Wilmington. He became a Sunday monring staple at The Dixie Grill, amassing a loyal following that supports him some 10 years later.

Here's a clip from the performance:

And a YouTube video from Lan Nichols:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fS2CQ98V30k