State of the Arts for April 02, 2004
Can arts thrive in the suburbs? We'll take your calls and talk to some the directors of some suburban arts organizations. Marianne talks to members of the Great Depression about their new album. Dominic Papatola interviews two Minnesota-based playwrights who are having their works performed at the prestigious Humana festival. And a commentator asks, "What would happen if artists went on strike?"
Suburban Art
Do you think good art can only be found in the downtown districts of Minneapolis and St. Paul? Susan Anderson, executive director of the Bloomington Arts Center and Lia Revamonte, Arts Program Coordinator of the Banfill-Locke Center for the Arts disagree and say suburban art is alive, well and worthwhile.
International Film Festival
It is that time again when you find yourself flipping through the endless descriptions of movies from around the world. The Minneapolis/St. Paul International Film Festival, in its 22nd year, has scheduled more than 120 films from over 50 countries. Chris Hewitt, film critic for the Pioneer Press, will join us with his picks.
The Great Depression
Local group The Great Depression just released their latest album "Unconscious Pilot." We'll talk to Todd Casper and Tom Cranley about their dreamy, atmospheric pop and creating a sense of place with song.
Performer Joseph Scrimshaw's Commentary
The Twin Cities' transit strike has effected many people. Joseph Scrimshaw delves into the concept of what may happen if Minnesotan artists, en masse, go on strike.
Melanie Marnich and Jordan Harrison
Two local playwrights have won the honor to have their scripts at the Humana Festival of New American Plays. Playwrights from past Humana Festivals have gone on to become Pulitzer Prize winners. Our Critic at Large, Dominic Papatola, reports.
