Matthew Van Besien

With the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks approaching, there is still much reflection on the impact of what happened, and it is still a solemn…

With its last season online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, University of Michigan University Musical Society officials have been planning some in-person…

After a year of no in-person performances due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Michigan Musical Society, known as UMS, is announcing its next…

Another impact of the current health pandemic is on our cultural life. In this edition of "Art and Soul," WEMU’s Lisa Barry talks with Matthew VanBesien,…

This week’s Art and Soul is about the performing arts in our community. 89.1 WEMU’s Lisa Barry is joined by local journalist and A2 Arts Addict blogger…