Betsy Mowry, Writer
Betsy Mowry (betsy.mowry@hotmail.com) works as an arts administrator with COMPAS and the Arts & Culture Partnership of St. Paul.
On the 40th anniversary of Stonewall, the Twin Cities are louder and prouder than ever
This Saturday will see the kickoff of the Twin Cities’ 37th Annual Pride Celebration. Organized by non-profit group Twin Cities Pride, the GLBT extravaganza is the third largest pride celebration in the United States. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Our Rights, Your Rights, Human Rights.” Last year, the event attracted over 450,000 attendees from across the country and is said to be the second largest community event in the state, following the Minnesota State Fair. MORE »
Minneapolis MOSAIC to kick off with a rapid-fire celebration of Minnesota's diverse arts scene
Even among all the exciting events happening in the Twin Cities this summer, the decision whether or not to attend the Minneapolis MOSAIC kickoff still ought to be a no-brainer. The event is free and takes place in downtown Minneapolis from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. this Saturday, June 6. The opening night celebration, titled Many Worlds. One Night, will feature more than 40 of Minnesota’s music, theater and dance acts, as well as fine art displays and exhibitions. Now in its seventh year, Minneapolis MOSAIC continues to celebrate the richness and diversity of the arts and cultures of Minneapolis through a summer-long celebration. MORE »
Fresh Traditions III: Combining past and present in Hmong clothing design
From swimsuits to formal dresses, traditional Hmong clothing themes blend with fashion designers’ visions in the Fresh Traditions design show, sponsored by the Center for Hmong Arts and Talent (CHAT). CHAT is now taking applications from designers for Fresh Traditions III in October, their third annual fashion design show. (TCDP reported on last year’s show, Fresh Traditions II, which took place in July.) MORE »
THEATER | Jacob Marley makes the play...on Astroturf
There are so many holiday shows and activities to choose from this time of year, it can be a challenge to decide where to spend your time. Even with the state of the economy and holiday gifts to buy, many people are still looking for the opportunity to spend of bit of money on a great holiday show that will offer a bit of the seasonal spirit. For those looking for something a little different, Jacob Marley’s Christmas Carol at Park Square Theatre in St. Paul is worth consideration. MORE »
Art goes green in St. Paul
On October 29, Public Art Saint Paul (PASP) hosted the first of three artist discussions regarding its new Sustainable Practice Fellowships. The funds and creative support are allowing four local artists to research and experiment with methods and practices for sustainable art-making in their disciplines. MORE »
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