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Thursday on Lake Effect: Obituary Writing, 'Best of Milwaukee,' 'Sister Carrie'

Thursday on Lake Effect:

Former New York Times obituary writer, Bruce Weber, talks about that unique corner of the journalism world. Then, we get a behind the scenes look at Milwaukee Magazine’s annual “Best of Milwaukee” feature. Later, the star of Florentine Opera’s world premiere of Sister Carrie joins us to talk about the show. And we hear some music from English musicians, Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker.

Guests:

  • Bruce Weber, former obituary writer for The New York Times
  • Claire Hanan, Milwaukee Magazine
  • Adriana Zabala, “Carrie”, Sister Carrie; Bill Florescu, artistic director, Florentine Opera
  • Jacey Powers, essayist
  • Josienne Clarke and Ben walker, musicians

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