State of the Arts for August 20, 2004
This week on State of the Arts, we'll talk about how the great outdoors inspire you artistically. The MIA has put a call out to artists for their new exhibit on political art and local musician, Mark Edwards, has released a new CD. Plus, we check in with Dominic about the upcoming theater season..
Art Inspired By Nature
For centuries, artists have looked to the mountains, lakes, deserts and oceans for artistic inspiration. So what is it about nature that we find so compelling? Photographer Craig Blacklock joins us to talk about the "call of the wild," and we'll take your calls.
The Art of Democracy
The MIA wants YOU to make some political art. State of the Arts chats with artist Doug Pedilla about the Minneapolis Institute of Arts' new exhibit for which it's currently seeking submissions. It's called "The Art of Democracy: Tools of Persuasion" and it's set to open just weeks before the elections.
Upcoming Theater Season
Each season in theater brings back old favorites as well as new experimental pieces. Our critic at large, Dominic Pappatola will give his opinion on what's to come.
The Original Mark Edwards
The former leader of the now defunct Domo Sound, Mark Edwards, has a new cd out. It's called "Rewind Tomorrow" and was produced in his home studio using many of his kids' toys. Minnesota Public Radio's Chris Roberts reports.
Elmer Bernstein, film composer, dies at 82
Elmer Bernstein, the versatile, Oscar-winning composer who scored such movie classics as "The Ten Commandments," "The Magnificent Seven," "To Kill a Mockingbird," "The Great Escape" and "True Grit," died Wednesday. He was 82.
