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Tag: People

As SPCO musicians announce departures, violinist Kyu-Young Kim says he’ll stay

Euan KerrEuan Kerr June 10, 2013, 5:47 PM Jun 10, 2013
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Close observers of the situation at the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra will be aware of the stream of announcements from musicians on Facebook and other places that they are either taking the retirement package offered by management as part of the recent contract settlement, or in some cases taking a leave of absence to pursue Read more →

Steve Dietz prepares for a St Paul “Spark”

Euan KerrEuan Kerr June 7, 2013, 4:26 PM Jun 7, 2013
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Steve Dietz tells a story about the first Northern Spark. It was three years ago, and as artistic director he was scheduled to say a few words to open the event. The problem was, he didn’t know if anyone would be there to listen to what he said. “We had no idea,” he said. “So I was Read more →

Chris Kluwe to read from new book of essays at The Loft

Marianne CombsMarianne Combs June 4, 2013, 1:05 PM Jun 4, 2013
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The former Viking punter and noted commentator will read from and discuss his new book “Beautifully Unique Sparkleponies: On Myths, Morons, Free Speech, Football, and Assorted Absurdities” on June 30. Read more →

The joy and buoyancy of “Frances Ha”

Euan KerrEuan Kerr May 22, 2013, 6:00 AM May 22, 2013
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Noah Baumbach makes a feel-good movie

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Terminated, Chris Kluwe becomes the Terminator

Marianne CombsMarianne Combs May 7, 2013, 12:19 PM May 7, 2013
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Despite being cut from the Vikings, Kluwe appeared to be having a good time last night on stage at the Minnesota Fringe Festival’s annual fundraiser.

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Remembering Phil Kilbourne

Marianne CombsMarianne Combs April 8, 2013, 2:34 PM Apr 8, 2013
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Actor Phil Kilbourne finished performing his finest role this past weekend – his own.

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MIA curator Joe Horse Capture moves to Smithsonian

Marianne CombsMarianne Combs March 25, 2013, 10:24 AM Mar 25, 2013
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The MIA’s Associate Curator of Native American Art is moving to the National Museum of the American Indian.

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After blockbuster debut Mill City Opera director hopes for more

Euan KerrEuan Kerr March 16, 2013, 9:00 AM Mar 16, 2013
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David Lefkowich prepares for Barber of Seville

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Minnesota Mix

Katie Ka Vang beats cancer, returns to stage in ‘Hmong Bollywood’

Marianne CombsMarianne Combs March 14, 2013, 10:36 AM Mar 14, 2013
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Her one-woman show draws on her experience with cancer while exploring love, displacement and identity.

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A man and his dog, a photo, and now a foundation

Marianne CombsMarianne Combs March 11, 2013, 6:20 PM Mar 11, 2013
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A photograph of John Unger and his dog Schoep inspired an outpouring of generosity. Those funds are now helping other sick dogs to get help and find new homes.

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