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Events Upcoming Soon at WCUW! (for all events, see here)
Sunday, May 3, thru Saturday, June 6: Mannequin
The Harold Stevens Gallery presents “Mannequin”, a collaborative exhibition of photography, video, and sculpture examining how human identity is shaped by digital technologies.
Through immersive works, the artists explore how digital culture influences behavior, perception, and self-understanding, blurring the line between authenticity and imitation.
The Artists
Dante Diez — Argentine American artist based in New York City, works in photography, sculpture, and film exploring how smartphones and social media shape interaction, often rendering users mannequin-like. IG: @diez_dante | [email protected]
Simon Pinchbeck — Connecticut-based filmmaker with a BA from Clark University. Explores the intersection of natural and mechanical worlds, blurring human and object through movement and stillness. IG: @simonpnch | [email protected]
Hoang Truong — Vietnamese photographer, trained in Europe in traditional darkroom techniques. Examines resilience of nature within artificial and urban environments. IG: @hoangtruong.9x | [email protected]
Ricardo Barros — is a photographer, writer, curator, and filmmaker. His works are in many permanent collections including The Smithsonian American Art Museum, Museum of Art of São Paulo, and Fitchburg Art Museum.
The closing reception is Wednesday, June 3, from 5 to 7 pm. Join us for a panel discussion and gallery talk, and a guest lecture, “The Human Connection,” by photographer Ricardo Barros.
Gallery hours: Mondays noon to 3 pm; Wednesdays 2 to 4 pm; Thursdays 11 am to 3 pm; Fridays 11 am to 4 pm; Saturdays 8:30 am to 12:30 pm; or by appointment. Free to all!
The Harold Stevens Gallery is located inside WCUW, 910 Main Street, Worcester, MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
Listen to Gail Hunt’s interview with the Mannequin artists Hoang Truong, Dante Diez, and Simon Pinchbeck. Originally aired April 30, 2026.
Thursday, June 4: Cinema Worcester at the Frontroom Presents “Koln 75 (2025)”
Cinema Worcester in conjunction with the WCUW Frontroom presents “Koln 75 (2025)”, a film by Ido Fluk. Suggested through our famous “suggest-a-film” feature at cinema-worcester.com.
Keith Jarrett’s legendary performance in January 1975 nearly didn’t happen.
Based on a true story, Köln 75 follows how the concert was conceived and orchestrated by the efforts of a teenage up and coming concert promoter, Vera Brandes, (played by German actress Mala Emde). Her enthusiasm set her to multitasking — from organizing the concert venue (the Cologne Opera House), promoting the event, and selling the tickets, to convincing Jarrett to perform when he almost dropped out when the Bösendorfer Imperial Grand piano he was promised was nowhere to be found.
John Magaro plays Jarrett with his own intensity, a sublime counterpoint to Mala Emde’s joyful portrayal of the enthusiastic and unstoppable Vera.
Köln 75 captures the compelling, entertaining and, until now, unknown back story about Jarrett’s one-hour, entirely improvised concert, which became the best-selling solo album in jazz history.
“A light and zippy music biopic explores the story behind one of the most famous concerts ever performed.” – IndieWire (UK)
Run time is 1 hour and 55 minutes. NR. In German with subtitles.
Showtime: Thursday, June 4, 7 pm.
Purchase tickets online: all seats $9.85 (processing fees included).
Tickets at the door: all seats $7.50.
The WCUW Frontroom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
Saturday, June 6: Diane Blue All-Star Quartet with Cliff Goodwin at the Frontroom
Boston’s Diane Blue is a “multi-talented performer who’s equally at home belting out a blues standard or cutting loose with a ferocious harmonica solo.” (Bill Van Siclen, Providence Journal).
Her performances are captivating, charismatic and heartfelt, whether fronting her own world-class band or singing alongside master Bluesman Ronnie Earl. Ms. Blue, the first female member of Ronnie Earl and the Broadcasters, is prominently featured on the band’s most recent six celebrated records, including co-writing credits.
Diane’s reputation as a sensational entertainer has led her all over the United States and tours of Europe where audiences enjoy her traditional and original songs alike.
A multi-nominated and award-winning artist, she has shared the stage with many greats including Muddy Waters’ guitarist Luther “Guitar Jr.” Johnson, Irma Thomas, Toni Lynn Washington and the late Big Jack Johnson of Clarksdale, Mississippi who called Diane a “monster on the harp.”
Cliff Goodwin will be joining the band on lead guitar! A special show indeed with our hometown hero gracing the FrontRoom stage! Cliff’s resume is extensive with a dozen years on stage with Joe Cocker being a major highlight! You can hear his musical life story thru an interview series here at wcuw.org/interviews!
Listen to Cliff Goodwin with Darren & the Mayor, talking about this upcoming performance. Go to our Spinitron archive page and, in the box, choose 5/29/26, 6 PM 00, and hit the ‘play’ arrow.
Diane’s latest album, “Diane Blue All-star Band: Live at the Fallout Shelter, November 26, 2022” (Regina Royale Records) was produced by Lorne Entress and Diane Blue. It features Chris Vitarello on guitar, Dave Limina on Hammond B3 organ, and Lorne Entress on drums, and was recorded live at the Fallout Shelter in Norwood, MA.
Showtime: Saturday, June 6, 7:00 pm. Doors open at 6:30. Tickets $20 cash or Venmo at the door. Light refreshments will be served.
The WCUW Frontroom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
Sunday, June 7: Songwriters in the Round at the Frontroom
Songwriters in the Round happens the first Sunday of the month, from 3:30 to 6:30 pm.
Each Songwriters session features original music, storytelling, and Q&A. In addition, there is a monthly workshop discussion topic and open circle sharing time. Hosted by Serena May Kilsmith.
The session runs from 3:30 to 6:30 pm on Sunday, June 7. More info at mamakilsmith.com.
The WCUW Frontroom is located at 910 Main St., Worcester MA. Parking in the Clark University lot across the street, or on the street.
The above are just some of the events happening at WCUW. For all events, see here.
The language, visuals, music, ideas and opinions expressed at any event in the Frontroom or Gallery is that of the event organizer and/or artist, and not that of WCUW, Inc., its station director, programmers and other volunteers, nor its board of directors.
A Big Thank You!: Wattson Home Solutions
We would like to thank Wattson Home Solutions for the insulating work they did in our station. We will be warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and will be saving money – year round – that can be used to improve our programming and facilities.
Thank you!
Radio Waves: WCUW Makes Some Key Leadership Changes as Station Changes
(from Worcester Magazine, Jan 14, 2026) There have been some key staff changes behind the dial at WCUW Community Radio 91.3 FM as 2026 gets underway, including longtime executive director Troy Tyree transitioning to a new role as part-time programming director for the radio station.
“Troy has given his heart and soul to WCUW for more than 15 years as its only paid staff member,” WCUW said in a statement to the Telegram & Gazette.
Now there are three paid part-time staff. Joining Tyree are Steve Blake, who has volunteered at WCUW for many years, as general manager, and Laura Lenis as WCUW’s membership consultant.
Scott Hayman, clerk of the WCUW board of directors, said “the board credits Troy with shepherding WCUW through many of its lean times, especially COVID, and for his vision for the now very successful FrontRoom, a venue for weekly live music and Cinema Worcester … while managing all the station’s broadcasting and administration, Troy worked tirelessly to keep the 910 Main Street facility in shape on a shoestring budget.”
Read more at Worcester Magazine.
Walk into our new Harold Stevens Gallery at WCUW, and you will see on your right a wall of glass blocks.
Special glass blocks, as they are engraved with the names of donors to WCUW who want their name to live forever.
You can add your name or other content to this wall for just $91.30 per line!
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