State of the Arts Blog

March 13, 2013 4:43 AM

The reviews are in for ‘Yellow Fever’ by Mu Performing Arts

Critics found 'Yellow Fever' a fitting tribute to Shiomi's career, and gave it predominantly positive reviews.

by Marianne Combs

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March 12, 2013 12:38 PM

2013 Twin Cities Arab Film Festival set to launch

Films show strength of the event

by Euan Kerr

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March 11, 2013 1:20 PM

A man and his dog, a photo, and now a foundation

A photograph of John Unger and his dog Schoep inspired an outpouring of generosity. Those funds are now helping other sick dogs to get help and find new homes.

by Marianne Combs

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March 11, 2013 10:44 AM

Twin Cities Jazz Festival announces 2013 headliners

Cyrus Chestnut, Matt Slocum and Walter Smith III and Kenny Werner will headline the 15th Annual Twin Cities Jazz Festival, which takes place June 27-29 in St. Paul's Mears Park.

by David Cazares

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March 8, 2013 10:58 AM

VocalEssence at 45: Celebrating a rich heritage

VocalEssence has announced its 45th season, featuring a tribute to Dave Brubeck, Tchaikovsky, and a visit by acclaimed composer John Rutter.

by Marianne Combs

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March 8, 2013 5:58 AM

Lila Downs sings for her father

In a concert Sunday at the University of Minnesota's Ted Mann Concert Hall, Mexican singer Lila Downs will celebrate the life, art and career of her father, Allen Downs, who taught for more than 20 years and started the university's first international study program. After the show, an exhibition on her father's work will be held at the Katherine E. Nash Gallery.

by David Cazares

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March 8, 2013 5:30 AM

George Latimer upbeat about SPCO, Ordway

The former mayor's generation built the Ordway; now, he says, the next generation will step up.

by Eric Ringham

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March 7, 2013 10:05 AM

Jazz88 KBEM brings back old time radio drama

Jazz88 KBEM seeks to bring back some of that old time radio feel with 'Jazz Noir,' a new radio series starring local acting talent.

by Marianne Combs

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March 7, 2013 8:19 AM

Robert Hedin wins Kay Sexton Award

Hedin, the founding director of the Anderson Center in Red Wing, will be honored at this year's Minnesota Book Awards for his contributions to Minnesota's literary community.

by Marianne Combs