State of the Arts Blog

St. Paul photographer a pioneer in Hmong contemporary art
A new photography exhibit in St. Paul showcases the Hmong-American experience through the eyes of someone who, as a child, often felt smothered by her Hmong culture.
Art Hounds: Art, Measure for Measure, and three men challenged to re-make their lives
An 'all theater' installment this week as the hounds dive into plays about men who are forced to examine their lives and friendships and a woman who is forced to choose between her virginity and her family.
The latest on Minnesota Orchestra, SPCO labor talks
Outwardly all sides say they are looking for a settlement, but with just days to go, it's increasingly unclear there will be agreements by October 1.
And the winners of this year’s Ivey Awards are…
The Ivey Awards recognize both theater professionals at the top of their game and shows that captured audiences hearts.
Poet and author John Medeiros reads from his collection of poetry Tuesday night at Intermedia Arts as part of the quarterly Queer Voices series.