You know how some artists in the old days used to have patrons? Think Michaelangelo, or other painters, sculptors or even scientists, who had the d’Medici family, popes, or kings and queens who supported their work and fed them so that they could get on with it.I’m thinking that is what is needed now for some folks. Sure, there are grants and prizes that award money for artistic merit. But I’m thinking something more personal than that – someone who knows the artists, really believes in them, and will not make them fill out reams of paperwork in competition with other artists to garner continued support. Not that I think grants and prizes are bad – it’s just a tough system, and most people who are successful at it have had to learn how to use it.I’m not just talking about painters and sculptors, either. Continue Reading
“Karna. Do you know of Karna?” the audience is asked, as the curtain pulls back on the first act of Karna, the Abandoned Hero at the O’Shaughnessy Theater at St. Catherine University. The story of Karna comes from the Sanskrit epic Mahabharata and features a fascinating cast of characters, from a queen who comes to admit that she is Karna’s mother, to Krishna, the incarnation of Vishnu, who comes to ask Karna for peace. Bringing these characters to life is the Katha Dance Theatre and three powerful gospel singers, as well as visual artist Deb Sree.The world premiere of Karna, The Abandoned Hero is truly a global experience. Continue Reading
Halloween is over, but there are many events on tap — from Dia de Los Muertos celebrations, to poerty and art shows — to keep the good times rollin’. Check below for a few of this weekend’s highlights. Also, don’t forget to fall back an hour on Saturday night for Daylight Savings Time! FRIDAYRock Ink Roll: Comics & Music Gallery Show at Altered Esthetics, Friday, November 1Altered Esthetics Gallery1224 Quincy St NE, MinneapolisRefreshments will be provided!7 pm – 10 pm | Free(An artists’ discussion will take place Saturday, November 23 at 3 pm)More information as advertised:”Our 2013 project is Rock Ink Roll, an anthology celebrating the raucous intersection of music and art. The 128-page perfect-bound book features cover art by Xeric-winning artist Brittney Sabo, and comics by more than 30 artists, writers and musicians from across the country. Musical styles ranging from classical to punk appear in the stories, which explore a variety of storytelling genres including fantasy, realistic fiction, documentary and autobiography. We will also release an ebook version with expanded content when we run out of the printed books.During the corresponding gallery exhibition, a selection of comics from the book and ebook will be on display at Altered Esthetics, along with other music-themed posters, prints and paintings. Continue Reading
This weekend should be a real treat for art and book lovers — there are a number of wonderful art shows and book readings and discussions on deck. There are also a ton of Halloween events taking place, given that this is the last weekend before the holiday. A few Halloween events are highlighted in this weekend’s round-up, but please visit our Halloween article for a more comprehensive list (go here for general fall events).Also, if you snap fall-themed pictures while out enjoying the weekend, tag your pictures with #tcdpic on Twitter, Instagram, or Flickr, (or email them to editor@tcdailyplanet.net), to enter our Fall Photo Challenge and a chance to win a $15 gift certificate to a local coffee shop! FRIDAYFOUND Opening Reception, Friday, October 25 All My Relations Art Gallery1414 E. Franklin Avenue, Minneapolis 5 pm – 8pm 6:30 pm – Artist talk with C. Maxx Stevens As advertised:“Come and see the work of C. Maxx Stevens and Henry Payer–both Native American contemporary artists who use found objects and re-appropriated materials in their art. These artists draw upon the history of the found objects and their own personal life experiences to create fresh, thought-provoking expressions. Their works reflect contemporary art movements, while remaining fundamentally rooted in a dialog that embraces each of their personal stories as American Indian.” A Taste of Phillips Art Festival, Friday, October 25 and Saturday, October 26 St. Paul’s Lutheran Church2742 15th Avenue, MinneapolisFriday: Open microphone – poetry, spoken word, music, performance art!Saturday: Mural dedication at Lake Street and Bloomington with music at St Paul’s afterward.Information from the Facebook page:“The annual Taste of Phillips Art Festival will be bigger than ever! Continue Reading
Cave Paper and The American Craft Council will sponsor a poetry reading by Stuart Kestenbaum when he visits the Twin Cities in October. A reading and book signing will take place on Saturday, October 5 from 7:00 to 8:00 pm, at the American Craft Council Library, located at 1224 Marshall Ave in Minneapolis. An author’s reception will begin at 6:30 pm. The event is free and open to the public.The event will celebrate the release of Kestenbaum’s latest book, A Deep Blue Amen, which was published by Amanda Degener, co-proprietor of Cave Paper. It is letterpress-printed calligraphy scribed by Jan Owen on indigo-dyed handmade flax paper made by Degener. Continue Reading
From hip-hop block parties, to street fairs and art shows, this weekend is full of fun events to enjoy in the Twin Cities (and surrounding areas). St. Paul may have dominated last weekend’s events, but Minneapolis represents fully this weekend! Check below for this weekend’s round-up: FRIDAY1st Annual New Bohemia Wurst+BierHaus Beer Fest, Friday, September 20 to Sunday, September 22, in Minneapolis.Brats, beer, live music, games…and all for a worthy cause! $3 of the admission fee directly benefits Jared Allen’s Home for Wounded Warriors. Continue Reading
Irish traditional musician Paddy O’Brien will present the results of a year-long apprenticeship program on Friday, October 4 at Celtic Junction in Saint Paul. The concert takes place at 7:30 pm.The event will celebrate his work with Center for Irish Music apprentices, who will play in the evening’s first set. The second musical set will feature O’Rourke’s Feast, which is an ensemble that O’Brien has played in since 2008. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children and seniors, and are available by calling 651-698-2258 or visiting his website. The evening will also celebrate the digital release of the landmark Tune Collection, Volumes I and II, which features the first recordings of many in the vast repertoire of tunes that O’Brien is famous for. For the first time, the instructive songs he recorded are available for download, either singly or by volume. Continue Reading
Patti Smith was the clear attraction at the Station to Station art happening at the St. Paul Union Station on Thursday night (September 12). And she shone. She played with her son Jackson and musicians she introduced as Gary, Justin, Mark, and Josh. The backup band was good; watching mother and son on the stage was worth the price of admission. Continue Reading
Date night was in full effect Wednesday night, September 11th as Michael Bublé crooned his way into the hearts of Minnesota fans at the Xcel Energy Center. Streams of fire shot up from the stage setting up the opening number “Fever” as the curtain opened just enough to reveal Buble lit by a single mood setting spotlight. Match Bublé’s smooth vocal up with a talented 13-piece band and a giant video screen fans knew they were in for a first class night of entertainment.With a show built around good singing, vocal beatbox group Naturally 7 was a perfect fit as the supporting act.Coverage of issues and events that affect Central Corridor neighborhoods and communities is funded in part by a grant from Central Corridor Funders Collaborative. Continue Reading
On Saturday, August 31, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis played at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand with Talib Kweli and Chance The Rapper to open.Read The Macklemore review I would have written if I’d been there by Logan Adams Continue Reading
