State of the Arts Blog

January 24, 2012 8:13 AM

Building a microcosm of peace through music

Mark Johnson redefines "world music" with his global videos, and in so doing brings people around the world together for a common cause.

by Marianne Combs

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January 24, 2012 4:15 AM

The reviews are in for 1968 at the History Theatre

The History Theatre jams 365 action packed days into two hours.

by Marianne Combs

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January 23, 2012 2:53 AM

Fargo-Moorhead Symphony violist dies at 100, played at 99

Mary King Osterfield played with FMSO for 46 years, and was the oldest active player in the symphony's history.

by Marianne Combs

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January 19, 2012 1:30 AM

Art Hounds: Ghost, Dirty Girls, Al Church and State

The hounds have uncovered a devil-worshipping Swedish heavy metal band, a slew of confessional style performers and artists who turn the phrase 'dirty girls' inside out, and an indie rock band which is seriously tongue-in-cheek.

by Chris Roberts

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January 18, 2012 8:35 AM

The reviews are in for Torch Theater’s ‘Dangerous Liaisons’

All three reviews applaud strong acting and a luscious set, but two critics wish for more cruelty and deceit.

by Marianne Combs

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January 18, 2012 5:44 AM

Textile Center’s Margaret Miller to retire

The center's first and only Executive Director is stepping down in July after leading the fiber arts space for 18 years.

by Marianne Combs

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January 17, 2012 10:37 AM

The reviews are in for ‘The Lion King’ at the Orpheum

Even the crankiest local critics admit the Disney musical is worth checking out.

by Marianne Combs

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January 17, 2012 8:13 AM

Artist Dougie Padilla creates loud pieces through meditation

The Minneapolis painter is as passionate about meditation as he is about art. A visit to his studio shows what happens when these two disciplines collide.

by Marianne Combs