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The Scene was our Illinois arts & culture podcast through 2017. Rachel Otwell curated the podcast which provided full-length stories and follow-ups, links to other reports, and conversations with you.This podcast contained a range of stories from the world of arts & culture, from visual art to Springfield's DIY music scene, to profiles of interesting local characters. The podcast was about what makes artists tick, and the diverse culture that exists within our community.

Getting Spooky & Ooky With The Addams Family

All it takes is four simple notes and a snap of the fingers to bring to mind the vision of the Addams family. The family was created as the opposite of the American ideal, with their obsession of all things weird and morbid. And yet, they are a lovable group of weirdos. The family is honored as the stars of a modern musical, and it's being performed at The Hoogland in Springfield. It opens on Friday and runs next weekend too. (More info here.)

On The Scene, Scott Faingold and I were joined by Gus Gordon (Gomez), Julie Stayley (Morticia) & Vanessa Ferguson (Grandma Addams.) Here is an extended version of the interview:

Rachel Otwell of the Illinois Times is a former NPR Illinois reporter.
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