Razzle Dazzle

Razzle Dazzle

Tune in to the dynamic duo of Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton as they take you on a theatrical journey like no other. With over 100 years of combined experience, their passion for the stage is infectious. Join them each month for insightful discussions, behind-the-scenes stories, and a whole lot of laughter. Don’t miss out on this delightful podcast that celebrates a lifelong love for the preforming arts!

Episodes

April 23, 2025 26 mins
"Be Inspired" is the theme on the latest edition of "Razzle Dazzle Radio" podcast," and feel good about new adventures this summer. Hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton share idea with guests Mark Beachy, described as "A man about town" who has a broad talent in theater. Gerald Johnson heads the Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts (CCTA) that offers opportunities for kids of all ages. Be prepared for a fantastic summer of musi...
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Put on your dance shoes for an exciting episode of "Razzle Dazzle Radio". Join us as we meet Liz Quinones, Artistic Director of Kinetics Dance Theatre, and Debbie Mobley, local actress starring in Sister Act at Ford's Theatre. Liz will preview the upcoming Kinetics concert, "Dance upon a Time", and share insights into her choreography for the HCC Spring Dance Concert. Debbie will take us behind the scenes of local theatre, recoun...
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February 25, 2025 20 mins

Razzle Dazzle Radio welcomes dance mavens Liz Higgins and Misako Aoki, who share their talents in the art of ballet and modern movement. Circle March 14-16 on your performing arts calendar for the annual HCC Dance Concert. Six choreographers will present original works for these shows. Misako Ballet Company creates classical ballet and Japanese-themed performances to bring joy to our community and increase awareness of Howard Coun...

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January 25, 2025 32 mins

The latest edition of "Razzle Dazzle Radio" will warm up the chilliest of performing arts fans with its salute to Irish Night at the College (Feb. 15,) Toby's hit musical "9-5," and Slayton House's long list of shows, cabarets, lectures and more. Join Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton for this special nod to our local arts, especially "More Than Hope," a benefit at Owen Brown Interfaith Center on Sunday, Feb. 23, that lends suppor...

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December 20, 2024 28 mins

"Music is in the Air," and you don’t want to miss the winter edition of "Razzle Dazzle Radio" with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton. They welcome Howard County's award-winning jazz musician/composer Damon Forman and producers Stacey Samaras and Randy Smith from Columbia's hot spot for music, the Collective Encore, where they share some upcoming venues, starting with a gala New Year's Eve party, followed by varied weekend...

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Razzle Dazzle Radio welcomes the magical world of “The Nutcracker” and other winter treats for the whole family. Aimee Moran, co-Director of Ballet Center Velle (BCV), shares memories of dancing and now directing the holiday classic “The Nutcracker, with her mom, Columbia’s longtime dance maven, Cindy Velle. Horowitz Performing Arts Center Director, Janelle Broderick, talks about the multi-cultural, all ages activities slated here ...
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October 22, 2024 24 mins

Tune into the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio for a behind-the-scenes discussion with Bella Naughty, Drag Queen and longtime activist and supporter of Howard County's LGBTQIA+ community. They delight with their tales of dancing and singing, owning a small business, Eastern Coral, at the Columbia Mall, and donating hours of work as co-chair of Howard County Pride. This show is fun and fabulous!

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September 26, 2024 23 mins

On this edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio, we'll talk with several guest artists about upcoming arts and culture programming at Howard Community College. Joining us is Assistant Professor of Dance Darion Smith, Associate Professor of Theatre & Stage Movement Jenny Male, and Arts and Culture Public Relations Manager Adam Leatherman. For more information about the arts at HCC check out https://www.howardcc.edu/discover/arts-culture/...

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August 30, 2024 28 mins

Put on your top hats and join co-hosts Carolyn Keleman and Judy Templeton for a full schedule of galas and theatrical adventures! Guest Mira Lamson Klein of the Howard County Arts Council tells us how we can celebrate the arts this Fall. Then, Gerald Jordan and Brynn Williams of the Columbia Center for Theatrical Arts share their inspiring work from the Broadway stage to educating the endless talent right here in Howard County. Fin...

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July 31, 2024 28 mins

Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton hear from two titans of the local theater scene. Tune in to hear Tommy Malek, Artistic Director of the Maryland Theatre Collective, promote “Monster” which will be up this October at the Chesapeake Arts Center in Brooklyn Park, MD. Jeremy Goldman, Executive Director of Silhouette Stages, announces his company’s 20th season with a gala celebration at HCC’s Horowitz Center on Saturday, Sept...

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June 26, 2024 28 mins

Pull out your calendars - it's "HOT TIME, SUMMER IN THE CITY," here at Razzle Dazzle Radio with co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton. Guest Todd Hochkeppel delights audiences with his tales of playing Nathan Detroit in the Howard County Summer Theater's production of "Guys & Dolls" at Marriotts Ridge High School June 23-39. Here's a show that will have you tapping your feet and humming familiar me...

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May 14, 2024 24 mins

Picture yourself sitting on the lawn at Merriweather Post Pavilion and listening to your favorite rock band. Or joining families on a moonlit night at Colorburst Park in the nearby Merriweather District. That’s the mood co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton have set in this early summer edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. Guests Ian Kennedy, Executive Director of the Merriweather Arts & Cultural Center, and Demitian Gilbert, ...

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Tune in to Razzle Dazzle Radio and hold on to your hats. Guest artists Lee Andersen and Diana Ulman are bursting with energy and enthusiasm for their artistic talent. Among her many endeavors, whirlwind Lee Andersen runs an interactive art museum, best described "as a pretend department store for the creatures of fairy tales, ancient myths, and other worlds,” located in the Long Reach Center off Tamar Drive in Columbia. The New Zea...
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April 1, 2024 26 mins

Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton salute two “Superstars and Volunteers” on the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. Barbara Lawson is a longtime supporter of the arts and social justice. Ric Ryder has roots in Howard County and credits those who helped him make it to Broadway. And did he ever. Tune in to learn what it’s like to be in the spotlight and how rewarding it is to contribute behind the scenes. Both of our gue...

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February 28, 2024 32 mins

Co-hosts Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton invite Leela Dawson and Ann-Marie Gover to share their stories about their love of performing and teaching dance. Leela plays the role of Diana Morales, a character in "A Chorus Line” at Toby’s Dinner Theater who is a determined, athletic dancer from the Bronx. Diana is streetwise, a little tough, and an eternal optimist. Both Carolyn and Judy give Leela’s performance 5 stars, thumbs up, ...

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January 24, 2024 29 mins

Looking for an escape from the winter weather? Tune in to the latest edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio for some hot tips on what's happening in Howard County and beyond! Want to learn tango, the hottest dance from Argentina? John Bouman and his longtime partner Mary Jo share their lessons in this dance and other dances that will delight both young and old. We'll also be joined by Buzz Merrick, a singer/songwriter focused on Hootenanni...

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December 15, 2023 28 mins

Want to know what it’s like to be on the big stage? This month, Carolyn and Judy are joined by performers Larry Friedman and Gregory May, two local legends of showbiz. Come hear their stories about life in the circus, the behind-the-scenes of Jesus Christ Superstar, the artistic highs and lows of the pandemic era, and the joys of teaching the performing arts. It’ll be a great show!

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November 21, 2023 30 mins

“Home for the Holidays” is the theme of this edition of Razzle Dazzle Radio. And, if you are staying home this holiday season, be sure to check out the many events that make Christmas a little sweeter, Chanukah a little brighter, and Turkey Day a little more zesty. Carolyn Kelemen and Judy Templeton invite Cindee Velle to talk about her new digs, and  her shortened version of “The Nutcracker” ballet. Ian Kennedy shares the dates of...

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Meet Malynda & Rich Madzel, the 2023 Outstanding Community Supporters of the Arts Howie Award Winners, a creative couple of creators that have made a huge impact in the arts community in Howard County, and continues to bring laughs with their comedy show at Bus Boys and Poets once a month.  

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October's episode has it all, from dance recitals, to sweet vengeance in theater, to uplifting the arts on TV at MPT, to the Drag[on] Extravaganza, and more! Bring out your calendars, sit back and enjoy the show!   

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