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🎭 What does it take to bring an opera season to life?

On the latest episode of Hey! Michelle with a Mic, Michelle sits down with Evans Mirageas, Artistic Director of Cincinnati Opera, for a fascinating conversation about the stories, strategy, and creativity behind the company's 2026 season. 🎶

From selecting productions and developing new works to engaging audiences and shaping the future of the art form, Evans offers a behind-the-scenes look at one of Cincinnati's most treasured cultural institutions.

🎤 Whether you're a longtime opera enthusiast, an arts lover, or simply curious about the magic that happens before the curtain rises, this episode is a captivating exploration of artistry, innovation, and the power of storytelling.

🌟 Tune in to hear what's ahead for Cincinnati Opera and discover why live performance continues to inspire, challenge, and connect us.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/0SKvQoVBuGjgjez6XAhMmm?si=k9IMl7Z7RuWYlH3hNWYkmw

⚾🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Hey! Michelle with a Micfeaturing historian, filmmaker, and storyteller Cam Miller

What do the Covington Blue Sox, the origins of Smoke Justis, Latonia Racetrack, and the Cincinnati Reds all have in common? More than you might think.

In this fascinating conversation, Cam takes us on a journey through the forgotten history of Northern Kentucky and Cincinnati—from baseball teams that existed before the modern Reds to horse racing legends, riverfront ballparks, and local stories that never made it into the history books.

You'll hear:
⚾ The incredible story of the Covington Stars and Blue Sox
🏟️ How fans followed baseball scores before radio
🍺 The surprising origin of Smoke Justis
🐎 Why Latonia Racetrack once rivaled Churchill Downs
🌉 The local connection to the Brooklyn Bridge
🎥 How Cam uses film to preserve the stories that shaped our region

Whether you're a history buff, baseball fan, or simply love learning more about the place we call home, this episode is packed with stories you'll be sharing long after it ends.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/19iZRT0c9OXiVOqB4VzRAf?si=IB9wy26-QbKoUScqOcrFjQ

If you’ve been looking for the coziest little escape, let me introduce you to Magnolia Rose in Mariemont. 🌸📚✨

Part bookstore, part flower shop, part cocktail bar, part creative hangout—and somehow it all works perfectly.

Browse shelves filled with books and adorable gifts, create your own fresh flower arrangement, grab a cocktail with friends while you craft, or simply find a sunny spot outside and get lost in a good book. It’s the kind of place that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile.

Whether you’re planning a girls’ day, looking for a unique gift, or just need a little inspiration, Magnolia Rose is one of those magical spots that feels like it was pulled straight from a storybook.

Trust me on this one—grab your friends and go. You’ll be planning your next visit before you leave. 💐🍸📖

4024 Plainville Rd. Mariemont
Fri 10-8
Sat 10-4:30
Sun & Mon Closed
Tues 12-8
Wed 11-8