Let's dance
— Northrop at the University of Minnesota has received a $40,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. The funding will support two projects in the current season's Northrop Dance Series. It will also support the Northrop Centennial Commissions program that supports new works from artists.
Crops art holds court — The U.S. District Court of Minnesota in Minneapolis has put out a call for seed artists — people who use seeds and grains to create mosaics.
Submissions must follow Minnesota State Fair crop art rules. Submissions are due Feb. 28. The "Seeds of Justice" exhibition will open April 3 at the Diana E. Murphy U.S. Courthouse.
Intensely theatrical —The Guthrie Theater has announced its second year of a local actor intensive. The three-week program is designed for early to mid-career actors based in the Twin Cities.
Applications and information about auditions are available at the Guthrie’s website.
— MPR News Arts Team
FREE EVENTS
"A Morning with the Felgemaker" — This children's event features the "Carnival of Animals" suite by Camille Saint-Saëns performed on the Felgemaker organ. 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Music Center in Duluth.
"Stonebreakers" Film Screening — Valerio Ciriaci's documentary investigated the aftermath of the George Floyd protests and the 2020 presidential election. 1 p.m. Saturday at Minnesota History Center in St. Paul.
Red Thread Ensemble Concert— The folk trio performs Yiddish and Eastern European songs — and more. 4 p.m. Saturday at St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral in Minneapolis.
FEATURED ART AND CULTURE STORIES
Snow Giants on the St. Croix — The return of the World Snow Sculpting Championship in Stillwater
Art Shanties return to Lake Harriet in Minneapolis
The Art Shanty Projects, featuring 20 uniquely designed shanties with performances and interactive experiences, returns Jan. 18–Feb. 9, showcasing a new mentorship program and celebrating ideal ice conditions after last year's weather challenges.
New tools, old ways help Duluth violin builder create an ancient sound
