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Tony Kiene
Tony Kiene’s experience in the Twin Cities nonprofit and entertainment industries includes work with Minneapolis Urban League, Penumbra Theatre, Hallie Q. Brown, and Pepé Music.
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Posted inArts + Culture, Theater
‘Purple Rain’ musical set to debut in Minneapolis before Broadway
‘Purple Rain: The Musical’ will premiere at the State Theatre in Minneapolis in 2025 before its Broadway run.
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Twin Cities icon speaks on impact of son’s death
Lucas Bellamy’s family has filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit due to the medical-related death of his son.
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Northside dance champs receive congressional honor
Rep. Ilhan Omar recently presented national champions Dance City with a Congressional Proclamation.
Posted inArts + Culture
Walker West Music Academy expands with state-of-the-art facilities in Rondo community
Walker West Music Academy, a St. Paul-based African American community conservatory, has received a transformational gift of $4 million from the Sauer Family Foundation.
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Patrick Adams’ musical journey: A tribute to Southside Minneapolis
Patrick Adams returns to music with “Ear Slap”: a melodic blend of jazz, soul, and funk.
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Remembering Andre ‘Debonaire’ McNeal: a pillar in the Twin Cities community
Celebrating the life and legacy of Andre ‘Debonaire’ McNeal, a connector and community leader
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Richard Roundtree: the passing of a cinematic icon with a Minnesota connection
It is Roundtree’s connection to Minnesota that many, including Park’s great niece, Robin Hickman-Winfield, are remembering in his passing.
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Prince fans celebrate the release of ‘Diamonds and Pearls’ super deluxe edition
The Prince Estate and Paisley Park hosted a release party on Friday night, October 27.
Posted inArts + Culture, Books
Phyllis Braxton’s new book of ‘authentic wisdom’
Phyllis Braxton, diversity equity inclusion specialist, and founder and CEO of Pink Consulting LLC, released her first book in March.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Cherished Community Mother and master storyteller Nothando Zulu passes;
The legendary Nothando Zulu tragically passed away on Monday, September 11.
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Minneapolis Interview Project spotlights city’s social justice plight
‘Each person was so different, so distinctive. And yet as they were compiled so many of these stories began to echo one another.’
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Dance City welcomes new talent with annual open house and BBQ
‘This is an opportunity for parents to register their dancers for the 2023-2024 season.’
Posted inArts + Culture, Music
On the One Festival returns with a tribute to neo-soul legends
‘It’s about unity. Harmony across cultures. It’s about all of us together, as one.’
Posted inLocal & State, Music, News
Prince Highway: honoring music royalty
‘There are so many things as a state that we must do to honor Prince and all that he means to us.’
Posted inArts + Culture, Local & State, News
Dance City steps up: Northside dance troupe wins national championship
‘Dance City went out there and showed the nation what the Northside was all about.’
Posted inArts + Culture, Music
Veteran media personality reflects on path to station owner
‘No one else is really doing what we are at Smooth Jazz Radio.’
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Paisley Park’s Celebration returns to thrill Prince fans
For the fifth time since Prince’s tragic passing a little more than seven years ago, Celebration returned to Paisley Park June 8-11. Although the brand new purple street signs in honor of the late legend have yet to be posted, for the first time ever, fans from all around the world made their way out […]
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‘Tales of the Northside’ honors Minneapolis Sound and community
In addition to honoring Prince and the other amazing talents that helped pioneer the Minneapolis Sound, ‘Tales from the Northside’ is a benefit to establish a Minneapolis Sound Museum.
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7 ways to celebrate Prince’s enduring legacy
Seven ways to celebrate Prince the week of his 65th birthday.