Seven Days: Vermont's Independent Voice

Where All the Women Are Strong...

Regardless of whether voices over the airwaves actually belong to faces “meant for radio,” as the saying goes, one radio program isn’t afraid to show its faces onscreen. Robert Altman put a fictional version of “A Prairie Home Companion” in theaters in 2006, but this week Lake Wobegon buffs can view the real show in action when it airs live in high-def throughout the continent. Since 1974, Garrison Keillor’s radio program has made a name for itself with regular skits such as “News from Lake Wobegon” and “Guy Noir: Private Eye,” plus featured American folk artists, comedy sketches and stellar sound effects. This broadcast — airing at three Vermont venues — offers English singer-songwriter Elvis Costello and folk duo Robin and Linda Williams as just a few of the featured guests. No need to tune your dial.