Mal Vincent recalls the time he met famed British actress Dame Judi Dench and explains why he was barefoot for the encounter.

The timing is right for the new Beck album “Colors.” Like it’s title suggests Beck’s tenth album is not only a return to the exuberant dance pop that made him famous in the nineties, but an album with a relentlessly optimistic outlook on the future

Like all things Gyroscope, this episode goes a bit off the rails. Don't miss it! It airs tonight at 10 p.m. on WHRV 89.5 FM.

The Red Shoes has seduced audiences and inspired generations of dancers. This week, Mal previews director-choreographer Matthew Bourne's theater production of the show.

JD McPherson discovered his muse later in life than most but on the 40-year-old’s third album “Undivided Heart and Soul” he’s making up for lost time.

It's the season for parent-teacher conferences. In this episode, the Mind Over Manners team discusses how to ensure a great meeting and a productive school year.

Virginia Opera launched its 43^rd season last weekend with Camille Saint-Saëns’s Samson and Delilah. Arts critic Rebecca Evans offers her review of the performance.

In this week's episode, host Jon Kranz explores absurdity in life, in art and in music. Tune in tonight at 10 p.m. on WHRV 89.5 FM.