Jellybean Johnson, a founding architect of the Minneapolis Sound and beloved member of The Time, has died at age 69. His legacy spans iconic hits, groundbreaking guitar and drum work, production credits across pop and R and B, and decades of mentorship that shaped Minnesota’s music community.
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In ‘Before I Lie,’ MN poet speaks up for Black women
A powerful review of Dralandra Larkins’ hybrid collection Before I Lie. The book centers truth telling, Black girlhood, ASL, and healing through poetry, prose, and image.
Posted inTheater
Anya Naylor makes Children’s Theatre debut in swashbuckling ‘Treasure Island’
CTC opens its 2025–26 season with Treasure Island Sept. 9–Oct. 19. Actor Anya Naylor makes her debut as an understudy for five roles in the swashbuckling production.