The Dionysus Project presents readings of scenes from Euripides’ Bacchae—an ancient play about the destructive power of intoxication—as a catalyst for guided audience discussions about the impact of substance abuse and addiction upon individuals, families, and communities. Featuring performances by Ernie Hudson (Ghostbusters, Miss Congeniality), Chad Coleman (The Wire, The Walking Dead), Seth Gilliam (The […]
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Juneteenth Jubilee 2025 is BLACK for it's 4th year in a row!! An epic love letter to our communities, a celebration of liberation and freedom for black and brown bodies and identities in burlesque. Featuring some of the industry's most prolific artists from across the United States, the entire Twin Cities is welcome to witness […]
ROAR! A Global Music Spectacle Featuring BeBe Zahara Benet A Revolution in Rhythm This Pride Month, the legendary Capri Theater opens its doors for an unforgettable night of communal celebration and radical joy. ROAR! is more than a concert—it’s a cultural awakening, headlined by none other than BeBe Zahara Benet, the trailblazing performer and winner […]
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Minneapolis - Reconstruction Destructed Film & Community Conversation The sixth in a series of documentaries produced with our partner OMG Studios, Reconstruction Destructed examines the ongoing impacts of slavery to this day. Featuring Federal Minnesota District Court Judge Jerry Blackwell, author and civil rights attorney Bryan Stevenson, Macalester University Professor Duchess Harris, and author Paul […]
Join us for a tour through time, through overhead projector shadow puppets, storytelling, music, film interviews, and tables of maps and library secrets. Based on similar events in Cedar Riverside, this "Time Machine" will share stories and images of Near North Minneapolis' early days up to the present, and share information on present-day advocacy efforts […]
Get ready for a summer of FREE, interactive dance and poetry! DanceCo presents "The People I See Are A Part Of Me," a captivating dance adventure for all ages. Join Alra on a journey of friendship, compassion, and courage through dynamic dance theater created by choreographer Karla Nweje. Before each 45-minute performance, kids can learn […]
Discover the future of filmmaking at our Youth Media Screening, a showcase of captivating short films created by talented young filmmakers. Join us on Saturday, June 28 at 5:30 PM for an evening of creativity, inspiration, and community as we celebrate diverse perspectives and stories and the power of youth voices in media. Event Highlights: […]
Join us for an unforgettable night, honoring those making waves in our community. This is a Black-Tie Affair. The dress code will be strictly enforced, and there will be many photo opportunities throughout the event. Choose from a variety of ticket options to best suit your preferences. There is something for everyone. There will be […]
The DisabiliTease Festival features disabled burlesque, cirque, cabaret, and drag performers from the Twin Cities and beyond. It challenges the idea that disability affects desirability and competence, advocating for representation and inclusion across diverse identities. Featuring international headliner Alyssa Kitt, local feature Opiumm Hayze, emcee Silky the Body, and 14 local and international performers, this […]