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State of the Arts Blog

Two MCAD alums in 2010 Whitney Biennial

Two artists who got their training in Minnesota made the short list for the high profile exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art.
by Marianne Combs

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A new bookstore for theater lovers

A new bookstore for theater lovers

"Play by Play" in St. Paul carries scripts, theater textbooks, actor biographies, and even cards to wish that special someone "Break a leg!" on opening night.
by Marianne Combs

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December: the month for holiday shows

December: the month for holiday shows

A look at what's on offer on Twin Cities' stages to help you celebrate the holidays.
by Marianne Combs

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Art Hounds: David Lefkowitz, Beauty and the Beast, Hot Pants

Art Hounds: David Lefkowitz, Beauty and the Beast, Hot Pants

Photo Courtesy David Lefkowitz This week’s hounds recommend experiencing David Lefkowitz’s sprawling artistic vision, watching a blockbuster musical loaded with local talent and throwing down at a soul music soiree. (Want to be an art hound? Sign up!) Tina Frederickson is a part time actor who teaches public speaking and performing arts at the University…
by Chris Roberts

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Southern Theater announces new Executive Director

It's taken the Southern Theater a year-and-a-half to emerge out from under a leadership shake-up that baffled the arts community.
by Marianne Combs

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Art of the White Clay People

Art of the White Clay People

MIA's Joe Horse Capture has the unusual distinction of curating a show that features his own great great grandfather.
by Marianne Combs

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The Last Polaroid Show

The Last Polaroid Show

Mark Roberts and Denise Rouleau are using up the last of their Polaroid film for an exhibition at the Como Conservatory.
by Marianne Combs

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Suburbs’ guitarist Bruce Allen to be taken off life support

Bruce Allen will be taken off life support tonight. Allen, 54, has suffered from numerous health problems that led to uncontrollable internal bleeding and organ failure.
by Marianne Combs

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What a life in the arts will teach you

A new lecture series titled "Age: Wide Angle" offers new perspectives on age and aging by prominent arts leaders.
by Marianne Combs

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St. Paul “raises the curtain” on half-price tickets

St. Paul brings back a cultural stimulus plan used just after 9/11: 50% off tickets to a number of local performances.
by Marianne Combs

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