Preacher Moss, a socially conscious comedian, co-founded the “Allah Made Me Funny” comedy tour to promote interfaith understanding and has since become a dedicated activist and advocate for social justice.
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Drama explores grief, loss and mental illness among Black youth
Maxie Rockymore, a retired child foster care manager, has written and directed “Fresh Cut,” a coming-of-age drama exploring grief, loss and mental illness among Black youth, which will debut at the Twin Cities Black Film Festival.
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Twin Cities Black Film Festival rolls on—as does its founder
Natalie Morrow, founder of the Twin Cities Black Film Festival, is attending this year’s event in a wheelchair after suffering a stroke, while the festival continues to showcase the best in cinema from around the world.
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Savion Glover’s PROjECt 9: A celebration of tap dance and musical collaboration
The atmosphere at the Dakota Club will pulse with the infectious rhythms and dynamic expressions of legendary tap dancer Savion Glover as he presents his latest show, PROjECt 9, on Oct. 10-11. Renowned for his innovative tap style and unparalleled dance talent, Glover has become the standard of artistry in dance, recognized for his technical […]
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Josiah Travis Kent Rogers shines in Ordway’s ‘Ain’t Too Proud’
Josiah Travis Kent Rogers is an up-and-coming force in the theatrical world, playing the iconic David Ruffin in the Ordway musical “Ain’t Too Proud,” which runs from October 8-13.
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Emmy-nominated actor John Amos, star of ‘Good Times,’ passes away at 84
John Amos, a pioneering television star and Emmy-nominated actor, passed away at the age of 84 due to natural causes.
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TikTok trend revives Mint Condition’s classic ‘Breakin My Heart’
TikTok users are using a 1991 hit song by Twin Cities-based R&B band Mint Condition to create heartbreaker montages of their grandparents, parents, aunts, and uncles.
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A watchlist highlighting the good, bad and ugly in U.S. politics
This watchlist highlights the political careers of Shirley Chisolm, Lyndon B. Johnson, and Anita Hill and more.
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Stevie Wonder aims to spread joy on new tour ahead of election; visits Mpls. on Oct. 27
Stevie Wonder is embarking on a 10-show “Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart” tour this fall, offering free tickets to individuals working to mend the nation’s broken heart and advocating for unity and healing.
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‘Red Stained’: new book explores Hilda Simms’ story of resilience and activism
Jokeda JoJo Bell has written a new book about Hilda Simms, a Black actress and Minneapolis native who rose to fame in the post-WWII era but was later blacklisted due to accusations of un-Americanism and communist sympathies.
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Federal charges filed against Sean ‘P Diddy’ Combs for sex trafficking, racketeering
Sean “P Diddy” Combs has been charged with racketeering, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution following his arrest in New York City.
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Iconic Jackson 5 member Tito Jackson dies at 70
Tito Jackson, a founding member of the legendary Jackson 5, has died at the age of 70 after a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy of chart-topping hits and a lasting impact on the music industry.
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Twin Cities Exclusive Showing: ‘Paris Three’
Three brave young girls in Paris, Ky. stood up against segregation in 1961 by sitting at a bus station diner’s counter, leading to their arrest and the first Black cashier being hired in the city’s history.
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Legendary Maze leader Frankie Beverly dies at 77
Frankie Beverly, the legendary singer and Maze band leader, has passed away at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of soulful music and a loyal following.
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The mic is yours at Uptown’s SNAPPED
SNAPPED is a new open-mic sensation in Uptown Minneapolis, founded by Emmy award-winning composer Ryan Bynum and nationally renowned drummer Brandon Johnson.
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Selby Ave. JazzFest 2024: Celebrating jazz, community, and live music
The 2024 Selby Avenue Jazz Festival will feature performances by local, regional, national, and international artists, as well as food vendors and arts and crafts.
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Movie Review: ‘The Deliverance’
Lee Daniels’ latest horror/thriller, “The Deliverance,” fails to deliver on the promise of a good fright film due to its lackluster special effects and melodramatic family dynamics.
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seangarrison presents: Blak Grit, an art exhibition
seangarrison curated the Blak Grit art exhibition at Northrup King Building, Gallery 332, featuring seven Black male artists who express their experiences through their art, with the goal of uplifting and inspiring viewers.
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Mic Crenshaw: The Black punk rocker skinhead who fought Nazis
Mic Crenshaw, a renowned Hip-Hop artist and writer, reflects on his youth growing up in Minneapolis where he spent time with the Baldies.
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National Endowment for the Arts announces the latest Jazz Masters
The National Endowment for the Arts has announced the 2025 NEA Jazz Masters, including Marilyn Crispell, Marshall Allen, Chucho Valdes, and A.B. Spellman, who will be honored on April 26, 2025.