For actor Sun Mee Chomet, ‘Bina’s Six Apples’ hits close to home
As an international adoptee from Korea, Chomet’s life was immeasurably impacted by the Korean War, even though it took place before she was born.
Artscape
Artscape focuses on Twin Cities arts institutions, personalities, performances, money and politics, encompassing all forms of the arts. It appears on Tuesday through Friday.
Pamela Espeland has written about the arts for MinnPost since our launch in 2007.
Weekend picks: kites, contemporary poetry, and Latté Da’s ‘La Bohéme’
Some ideas to get you out into the community — indoors, outdoors or via the internet.
Composer PaviElle French takes on love in her latest work for the SPCO
The orchestra will presents the world premiere of French’s “Sands of Time” later this week.
Weekend picks: the Mu Tang Clan, Jearlyn and Jevetta Steele, ‘Taken’ at the Gordon Parks Gallery
Whether you’re venturing out this week or seeking a virtual option, here are events that offer beauty, hope — and perhaps a smile.
Walking Shadow’s online ‘Reboot’ offers an artistic respite amid a new round of cancellations
As part of the immersive experience, audience members use their computer skills to assist an investigation.
Weekend picks: Sibelius, tattoos and Out There 2022
Some options for vaccinated folks willing to test often, mask up and go out.
A breath of fresh, icy air at the 2022 Art Shanty Projects
From Jan. 15 through Feb. 6, the outdoor Art Shanty Projects offer artist-designed shanties on Lake Harriet, part of a festival full of music, theater, dancing, skating and adventures you can enjoy while socially distanced.
Year in review: a look back at Twin Cities arts in 2021
Given everything, it’s remarkable how much art was actually able to happen in 2021.
Holiday picks: Russian Cosmism, ‘All is Calm,’ and Dessa on the eve of New Year’s Eve
Events to get you out of the house between Christmas and New Year’s Eve.
Kiss the Tiger brings its spoken-word/rock ’n’ roll/poetry experience to an Icehouse residency
A Q&A with lead vocalist Meghan Kreidler on the band’s new project, “Stone Baby.”
Weekend picks: To holiday show or not to holiday show?
From a Kinda Kinky show to a holiday bazaar at the Indigenous Roots Cultural Arts Center, some arts and entertainment ideas to get you out of the house.
Carrying Artscape forward
I hope to continue the spirit of inquiry, curiosity and improvisation that Pamela Espeland brought to this column.
Why Joan Vorderbruggen and Hennepin Theatre Trust have parted ways
Everyone has a breaking point, even “Joan of Art.”
A dozen things to do as the fall arts season begins
We’ve seen more than a few fall arts seasons, but none that compares to this one.
Bach is back and ARTCRANK returns
ALSO: Claudia Rankine to appear in a virtual Talk of the Stacks; the Mary Ann Key Book Club, chapter 2; the Walker Cinema reopens; and more.
New leadership for the Weisman; Joshua Bell at Orchestra Hall
ALSO: Chamber Music Society honors memory of Judy Dayton; MN Opera outdoors at Allianz Field; “Dear Evan Hanson,” the movie; and more.
The return of Liquid Music; ‘Sherwood’ opens at the Yellow Tree Theatre
ALSO: JXTA breaks ground on its new campus; Red Wing’s Anderson Center hosts children’s book festival; SOLO at the Cowles; and more.
The Twin Cities Jazz Festival returns to Mears Park
Enjoy it live and in person — or virtually from home.
Playwrights’ Center announces 2021-22 season; Crooners presents ‘Rondo ’56’: Remembering St. Paul’s Black Main Street’
ALSO: “E.A. Hoppé and the Ballets Russes” at TMORA; Brass Messengers at Lyndale Gardens; Fortune’s Fool Theatre’s new storytelling anthology; and more.
New leaders at the Ordway and Coffee House Press; new Minnesota poet laureate
ALSO: Green Card Voices launches new graphic novel anthology at Landmark Center; Ethan Iverson plays Bacharach at Crooners; and more.
