Segment 1: A Fringe-famous performer tells his story.
Brother John is a pastor and storyteller who researches characters from African-American history then creates performances that bring history to life. He's become a regular contributor to Kansas City's Fringe Festival. This year, he's focusing on Smoky Robinson.
- Brother John, performer and writer, U Really Got A Hold On Me, Kansas City Fringe Festival
Segment 2: Kansas City singer Laura Noble on making her own music.
Laura Noble got her start performing the National Anthem for the Royals, thanks in part to her family's role in welcoming Dominican players for the Royals. She's played for a lot of bands, in other cities and other countries. And now her own band is getting ready for a free summer concert at the Kansas City Museum August 9.
- Laura Noble, vocalist, Musivo Live
Segment 3: Author Laurie Gelman on her mail from Kansas Citians.
Laurie Gelman's novel You're Been Volunteered: A Class Mom Novel includes a note to "the fine folks of Kansas City," which includes a request to stop sending hate mail. Although she's half-joking, the mail is real.
- Laurie Gelman, author, You've Been Volunteered: A Class Mom Novel
