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Accordo: Brahms/Haydn Variations Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 05/14/12
5 comments
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Penny Freeh and Patrick Corbin

Fruitful MANCC Days

Guest post from McKnight Fellow Penny Freeh

Submitted by Penny Freeh | 05/09/12
1 comment
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The Gift of the Clarinet

Guest post from Accordo guest artist Burt Hara

Submitted by Burt Hara | 05/08/12
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Slippery Fish

Guest post from McKnight Fellow Penelope Freeh

Submitted by Penny Freeh | 05/03/12
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Alvin Ailey Afterthoughts

Submitted by Northrop | 04/25/12
25 comments
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Ballet Preljocaj Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback

 

Submitted by Northrop | 04/02/12
17 comments
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Mid-Season Refresher

CBS Interview Podcast

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 03/20/12
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Karina Gonzalez and Connor Walsh in ONE/end/ONE. Photo © Amitava Sarka

Houston Ballet Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback

Submitted by Northrop | 03/19/12
12 comments
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Kids Come Free!

Experience razor-sharp ballet at its finest

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 03/14/12
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Processing the music of Dvořák

From Accordo Member Maiya Papach

Submitted by Northrop | 03/07/12
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Accordo: Bacchanalia Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback

 

Submitted by Northrop | 03/05/12
10 comments
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"Shanghai Tango" Four Happiness © Photo Angelo Palombini

Jin Xing Dance Theatre Shanghai Afterthoughts Blog

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback

 

Submitted by Northrop | 02/15/12
9 comments
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Photo by Dirk Bleicker

Finding a Path Through Dance

The Story of Jin Xing

 

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 02/14/12
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Photo credit: Roee Dori

Accordo: Romantic String Sextets Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 02/06/12
8 comments
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Photo credit: Pete Checchia

“Clarity, not schmutz!”

From Accordo Member Steven Copes

Submitted by Anonymous | 01/24/12
1 comment
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Image credit: Carla Schleicher

The Universal Experience of a Show

The Exhilaration of a Northrop Show Night

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 01/12/12
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Image credit: Carla Schleicher

Start Something New This Year

A resolution to rediscover

Submitted by Allyson Taubenheim | 12/21/11
2 comments
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Survival of the Arts

Why the Arts? Why Northrop?

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 12/19/11
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Image credit: Carla Schleicher

Skip the Mall and Go to the Heart

'Tis the season to give the gift of art

Submitted by Allyson Taubenheim | 12/14/11
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Image credit: Carla Schleicher

Language of Movement

Translating the language of words to movement.

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 12/08/11
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Giving Thanks for Dance

5 Reasons to be Thankful for Northrop

 

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 11/17/11
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Tara Birtwhistle. Photo Credit: David Cooper

Royal Winnipeg Ballet Afterthoughts Blog

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback

 

Submitted by Northrop | 11/13/11
12 comments
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Macy's Family Fun Day

A Family Fun Day… For Free!

Inspiring creativity in all ages

Submitted by Allyson Taubenheim | 11/10/11
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Give to the Max Day, Nov 16

Give to the Max Day

Amplify Your Gift on Nov 16

Submitted by Kevin Curran | 11/09/11
1 comment
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The Alice in All of Us

Why we return to the tale time and again

Submitted by Allyson Taubenheim | 11/08/11
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Royal Winnipeg Ballet, WONDERLAND

Wonderland: A Fantastical Production

The Use of Video as Set & Props

 

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 11/01/11
2 comments
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A Storybook Halloween

Last Minute Costume Couture for Lovers of Dance 

Submitted by Allyson Taubenheim | 10/27/11
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Scottish Ballet Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback.

Submitted by Northrop | 10/21/11
5 comments
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Kings 2 Ends, Photo Credit: Andrew Ross

Choreography in the Spotlight

Highlights of Jorma Elo and Sir Kenneth MacMillan

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 10/19/11
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Photo Credit: Patrick O'Leary

Elite Entertainment on A Student Budget

A night out downtown for $20 or less

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 10/12/11
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Carl Flink and Emily Plauchè Flink

Five Reasons to attend Northrop Performance Previews

Launching a new season of previews

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 10/06/11
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2011-12 Northrop Dance Season

2011-12 Northrop Dance

The Highlights of the Season

 

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 09/28/11
1 comment
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Photo credit: Nicole Holdorph

There is no art class in college

The reason students NEED to get out, and get artsy

Submitted by Allyson Taubenheim | 09/22/11
3 comments
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Kings 2 Ends, Photo Credit: Andrew Ross

Attending the Scottish Ballet


Sneak peek from Northrop director Ben Johnson

Submitted by Anonymous | 09/14/11
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A Splash of Summer

Voices Merging Summer Open Mic

Submitted by Voices Merging | 07/26/11
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The Flavor of Hip-Hop

The best local hip-hop artists bring their flavor

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 07/14/11
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DJ SovietPanda, aka Peter Lansky

Dance Dance Dance

With First Avenue: TOO MUCH LOVE on Campus

Submitted by Northrop | 06/24/11
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Lucy Michelle and The Velvet Lapelles

Freak Folk Sweethearts

Lucy Michelle and The Velvet Lapelles

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 06/10/11
1 comment
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Let's Start The Music!

Inside the revamped Summer Music Festival at Northrop

Submitted by Northrop | 05/26/11
2 comments
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Nicholas Leichter Dance with Monstah Black

Nicholas Leichter Dance with Monstah Black, THE WHIZ: MONEYAPOLIS Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your feedback.
Submitted by Cari Hatcher | 05/02/11
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Cristeta Boarini Photo

An Experiment in Arts Criticism

Audio-Interview at Aspen Santa Fe Ballet

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 03/16/11
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"In Hidden Seconds" Marty Sohl

Aspen Santa Fe Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your thoughts

Submitted by Northrop | 03/07/11
25 comments
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Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, Red Sweet

Aspen Santa Fe Ballet x 3

What to expect from the diverse rep

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 03/04/11
1 comment
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Calling all U of M Students!

Join the Summer Music Festival at Northrop Advisory Committee

Submitted by Melissa Wray | 02/15/11
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© Tim Rummelhoff

Swan Lake Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your thoughts.

Submitted by Northrop | 02/03/11
36 comments
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Remembering Vicki Kleist

Aug 1, 1976 - Jan 16, 2011

Submitted by Northrop | 02/03/11
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The mystique of Swan Lake

Why pop culture loves the classic story

Submitted by Northrop | 01/11/11
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Venue Changes and Introductions

Introducing our 2011 Venues

Submitted by Northrop | 01/06/11
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There's No Place Like Northrop for the Holidays

If you are reading this, Northrop is likely on your list.

Submitted by Northrop | 12/16/10
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©Carla Schleicher

The Same Old Reindeer

This is the time of year for tradition.

Submitted by Northrop | 12/09/10
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© Tim Rummelhoff

Paul Taylor Dance Company Afterthoughts

Tell us about your experience by posting your thoughts.

Submitted by Northrop | 11/30/10
6 comments
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Photo of Paul Taylor Dance Company, Cloven Kingdom, Photo by Lois Greenfield

The Lasting Reign of Paul Taylor

One need not belong to a particular generation, or be of any certain age, to connect with his commentary about the inherent qualities of humankind.

Submitted by Maddy Hughes | 11/30/10
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Paul Taylor. Two simple names, one complex existence.

A Timeline of Taylor's Reign.

Submitted by Allyson Taubenheim | 11/29/10
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Photo of Paul Taylor Dance Company, Cloven Kingdom

Costume as Metaphor: Bringing layers of meaning to Cloven Kingdom

Without society's rules, what would separate us from the animals?

 

Submitted by Cristeta Boarini | 11/29/10
2 comments
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© Tom Caravaglia

Insight into Paul Taylor

A dancer’s perspective on modern dance.

Submitted by Caitlin Jagodzinski | 11/29/10
1 comment
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Paul Taylor student campaign photo

Why Modern Dance is Cool, Sexy, Accessible

Paul Taylor is a man consistently ahead of his time.

Submitted by Ann B. Erickson | 11/25/10
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Paul Taylor Dance Company photo

Paul Taylor’s Dances: Mirrors of Human Nature

Paul Taylor reveals human nature by making use of everyday gestures as the basis of his choreography.

 

 

Submitted by Mercy Lo | 11/25/10
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Modern Dance: A University of Minnesota Student's Perspective

See what this U of M student thinks you should know!

Submitted by Kiya Edwards | 11/23/10
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Paul Taylor Dance Company photo

Paul Taylor: The King of Everyday Movement

Take one and wear it proudly.

Submitted by Allison Hall | 11/22/10
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©Tim Rummelhoff

The Thank-you Bar Afterthoughts

Join in the conversation

Submitted by Northrop | 11/18/10
11 comments
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© Tim Rummelhoff

Experiencing BLACKFISH

Building a story through sound

Submitted by Northrop | 11/18/10
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Go lobal. (No, it’s not a typo)

How local and global come together with Emily Johnson

Submitted by Northrop | 11/16/10
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©Cameron Wittig

The Thank-you Bar: What is a Home?

Theme and discourse in the Thank-you Bar

Submitted by Northrop | 11/15/10
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©Jim Denomie

The evolution of THIS IS DISPLACEMENT

From displacement to community

Submitted by Northrop | 11/09/10
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Unpack your memories of dance…

and reminisce with me

Submitted by Northrop | 11/02/10
2 comments
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Dress Up as a Dancer For Halloween!

A fashion guide to become your favorite

Submitted by Northrop | 10/26/10
6 comments
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©Tim Rummelhoff

Urban Bush Women Afterthoughts

Join in the conversation

Submitted by Northrop | 10/21/10
12 comments
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© Tim Rummelhoff

Somi and Thomasina Afterthoughts

Join the conversation.

Submitted by Northrop | 10/21/10
4 comments
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Reading Toni Morrison with Jawole

An Insider Look at the free book club event

Submitted by Northrop | 10/21/10
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It’s All Connected

Somi, Urban Bush Women, and Leichter Dance

Submitted by Northrop | 10/19/10
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© Ayano Hisa

Dance for what you believe in

How two women talk in movement

Submitted by Northrop | 10/14/10
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Welcome to the Campus Club

5 reasons to get excited for the venue

Submitted by Northrop | 10/12/10
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© Rosalie O'Conner

ABT II Afterthoughts

Join in the conversation.

Submitted by Northrop | 10/07/10
19 comments
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© Rosalie O'Conner

Tater Tot Hot Dish and Pointe Shoes

…how ABT II dancers will shock you.

Submitted by Northrop | 10/05/10
1 comment
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Photo of ABTII Allegro Brilliante ©Rosalie O'Connor

Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante

ABT II wows with their energy-packed youth

Submitted by Northrop | 09/30/10
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© Tony Nelson

Tania Pérez-Salas Afterthoughts

Join in the conversation about the performance

Submitted by Northrop | 09/24/10
16 comments
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10-11 Northrop Dance Season Kick-Off Party

Get your cha-cha-cha on at our outdoor salsa party.

Submitted by Northrop | 09/20/10
1 comment
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©Jose Jorge Carreon

Soak this up

Water is being used as an aqueduct for art.

Submitted by Northrop | 09/16/10
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©Tom Caravaglia

Paul Taylor: Letting the sun shine in

Find out why the last contemporary dance icon of his generation shines so bright

Submitted by Northrop | 08/16/10
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Sam Glass Photo ©Lois Greenfield

10-11 Dance and Jazz Single Tickets On Sale!

You’ve been holding your breath, your face is purple, you’re unable to sleep…please, breathe easy friends, your wait for single tickets is over.

Submitted by Northrop | 08/11/10
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Northrop Jazz: Live at the Campus Club

Launching reinvigorated Northrop Jazz, pairing global and local jazz musicians

Submitted by Northrop | 08/11/10
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"The Whiz" Photo ©Steven Schreiber

Nicholas Leichter Dance with Monstah Black

Bringing some of the Big Apple flavor to performing arts in the Minne-apple.

Submitted by Northrop | 08/11/10
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Summer at Northrop

Summer at Northrop withdrawal

What this student is doing to stave off Summer withdrawal pangs

Submitted by Northrop | 07/26/10
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©CAMI

Generation ABT II

We’ve all heard about generations X and Y, but how about generation ABT II?

Submitted by Northrop | 07/22/10
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Last FREE Friday night concert!

Come support the strongest new voice to come out of the Minneapolis music scene in many years!

Submitted by Northrop | 07/13/10
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Alpha Centauri's other-wordly indie-rock

Alpha Centauri challenges our music universe with their eclectic, electronic sound

Submitted by Northrop | 07/12/10
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Photo of Urban Bush Women

I am Urban Bush Women, hear me roar

During the planning of Northrop Dance 2010-11 season, I kept my fingers crossed for one dance company in particular: Urban Bush Women.

Submitted by Northrop | 07/07/10
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So you think you can salsa?!

Looking for a new place to salsa outdoors? Charanga Tropical is your best new FREE bet!

Submitted by Northrop | 07/06/10
2 comments
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Catch up on Summer!

Missed a few shows? Catch up with our Summer at Northrop recap, and look ahead for bands to see.

Submitted by Northrop | 06/30/10
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The Poor Nobodys

Are you a poor nobody too?

Listen to local music by The Poor Nobodys without spending a cent.

Submitted by Northrop | 06/28/10
1 comment
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Meet the members of INNOCENT Reggae Band

One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain. - Bob Marley

Submitted by Northrop | 06/22/10
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Maria Isa

Ladies and gentlemen, we give you... Maria Isa.

A concert for the memory books, sans the pocketbook

Submitted by Northrop | 06/16/10
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Photo of Tania Pérez-Salas Compañia De Danza

Theatrical Pérez-Salas

She actually goes by the name Tania, but this lady knows her drama.

Submitted by Anonymous | 06/10/10
1 comment
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Photo of Apsen Santa Fe Ballet

5 Reasons to Subscribe to Northrop Dance

Being a subscriber comes with amazing perks

Submitted by Anonymous | 06/07/10
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Isn't it Romantica?

Nope, that's not a typo. That's the name of my new heartthrob, the local Irish folk-Americana band.

Submitted by Northrop | 06/03/10
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5 reasons to hang around Northrop Plaza this summer

Looking for something to do this summer? Get free entertainment and so much more with Summer at Northrop. 

Submitted by Northrop | 06/01/10
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Photo of Apsen Santa Fe Ballet

Northrop 10-11 Dance

The moment you've all been waiting for.

 

Submitted by Anonymous | 05/25/10
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Photo of Organ

Meet Our Organ

Did you know the Northrop Organ is among the largest in Minnesota, and is one of the largest intact and unaltered of its kind in the world?

Submitted by Northrop | 05/14/10
1 comment
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The Tale of the Taken Tunes

Remember how not fun it was to have your music taken away?

Submitted by Northrop | 05/07/10
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Photo of Minneapolis Skyline

Local Arts and Entertainment Forecast

Whether the weather be hot, or whether the weather be... well, hot.

 

Submitted by Northrop | 05/06/10
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Nora Chipaumire Afterthoughts

Tell us what you thought of Chipaumire's multimedia project lions...

Submitted by Northrop | 04/29/10
29 comments
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Photo of Nora Chipuamire

Being a Global Citizen: Deconstruction of African Brands

An outlook based on the Zimbabwean self-exiled artist, Nora Chipaumire.

Submitted by Northrop | 04/27/10
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Photo of Saburo Teshigawara

Saburo Teshigawara - Afterthoughts

Tell us what you thought of the Japan's leading dancer and his multimedia performance.  

Submitted by Northrop | 04/24/10
11 comments
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Photo of Thomas Mapfumo

The Lion of Zimbabwe

An artist spotlight of the Zimbabwean musician Thomas Mapfumo

Submitted by Northrop | 04/21/10
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Photo of Nora Chipuamire

Nkisi, Nora, and Nuance

What Nkisi (a sculpted wood figure of the Congo) and Nora Chipaumire have in common.

Submitted by HMD | 04/16/10
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Photo of Saburo Teshigawara

Pockets of Rocks & Paths of Least Resistance

Teshigawara's moves are "unnaturally fluid"

Submitted by HMD | 04/13/10
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Photo of Dizzy Gillepsie

Danilo Perez: 21st Century Dizzy - Afterthoughts

Tell us what you thought of the show.

Submitted by Northrop | 04/10/10
2 comments
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Photo of Saburo Teshigawara

I Can't Say His Name, But I Can See His Talent

You say to-mato, she says tom-ato. I say, forget how to say it. It tastes the same to all of us.

 

Submitted by Northrop | 04/08/10
1 comment
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Photo of Danilo Perez

Danilo Perez: Artist Spotlight

Digging into Danilo

 

Submitted by Northrop | 04/06/10
1 comment
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Photo of Rudresh Mahanthappa

Rudresh Mahanthappa: South Asian Jazz

An NPR interview with Rudresh Mahanthappa, the pioneering alto saxaphonist in Danilo Perez: 21st Century Dizzy

Submitted by Northrop | 03/31/10
2 comments
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Photo of Chelsea Handler

When life hands you Handler...

A hott blonde, filthy mouth, and honest comedy... what more could you want?

Submitted by Northrop | 03/25/10
6 comments
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Photo of Dizzy Gillespie

The Bebop Legend

Why Gillespie? Danilo & Friends explore the impact of the be-bop legend in 21st Century Dizzy.

 

Submitted by Northrop | 03/23/10
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Regina Carter Reflections

Give us your feedback on Carter's latest African folk/jazz collaboration.

Submitted by Northrop | 03/15/10
5 comments
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Photo of Suzanne Farrell Ballet

Suzanne Farrell Ballet Afterthoughts

Tell us what you thought of the revived classical gems of Balanchine

Submitted by Northrop | 03/15/10
32 comments
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Photo of Yacouba Sissoko

Artist Profile - Yacouba Sissoko

The Life and Times of Regina Carter's Special Guest Yacouba Sissoko 

Submitted by Northrop | 03/12/10
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Photo of Minneapolis Skyline

So you’re stuck in MN for spring break… So what?

Eat your envy and save room for the second course: Minneapolis in March. 

 

 

Submitted by Northrop | 03/12/10
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Photo of Regina Carter

Delving into Regina Carter’s Reverse Thread

Delving into the depths of Regina Carter's latest project, Reverse Thread.

Submitted by Northrop | 03/11/10
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Suzanne Farrell

A life of optimism and hard work.

Submitted by Northrop | 03/10/10
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Photo of Balanchine with Suzanne Farrell

Balanchine & His Stradivarian Legacy

The foundation of Balanchine

Submitted by HMD | 03/05/10
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Akram Khan Company Afterthoughts

Tell us what you thought of Akram Khan's bold bahok movement.

Submitted by Northrop | 03/03/10
9 comments
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Studying Abroad - The Feeling of bahok

When studying abroad we are all carriers of 'home.' 

Submitted by Northrop | 03/02/10
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Photo of Swedish Radio Choir

Swedish Radio Choir Afterthoughts

Tell us what you thought of the Swedish Radio Choir

Submitted by Northrop | 02/26/10
2 comments
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Photo of Airport Recombobulation Area

Recombobulation by Heather DeAtley

Intervals Amidst Travel as Explored through the Creative Eyes of Akram Khan.

 

 

Submitted by HMD | 02/26/10
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Photo of Akram Khan

Akram Khan Artist Profile

The background behind the London's wunderkind choreographer.   

Submitted by Anonymous | 02/25/10
1 comment
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Photo of Swedish Meatballs

Remedy for dinner repetition: Some savory Swedish cuisine

Summon your inner-cook and get in the mood for the Swedish Radio Choir with a homemade Swedish meal. 

 

 

Submitted by Northrop | 02/23/10
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Photo of Swedish Radio Choir

New York Times on our Swedish Gem

What the New York Times had to say about the Swedish Radio Choir.

Submitted by Northrop | 02/17/10
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Pilobolus After Thoughts

What were your thoughts and comments of Pilobolus?

Submitted by Northrop | 02/13/10
39 comments
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3 Things You Should Know About Pilobolus

Get caught up to speed before seeing Pilobolus this weekend. 

Submitted by Anonymous | 02/11/10
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Picture of Northrop Seats

5 Ways to Maximize Your Northrop Experience

Are you making the most out your Northrop trips? 

Submitted by Anonymous | 02/09/10
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Hey Cupid, it’s time.

Valentine's Day is coming. Are you ready?

Submitted by Northrop | 02/04/10
1 comment
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Why I'm Taking My Kids to See Fungus

From one parent to another, this is why you should take your kids to the family Pilobolus show and fungi fest.

Submitted by Cari Hatcher | 02/03/10
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Student Date Nights

Sick of hitting up the same ol' places for your night out?

Submitted by Northrop | 01/27/10
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©Tim Rummelhoff

Moscow Festival Ballet's Coppélia

Are you still dizzy from all the antics of devilish Doctor Coppelius and the humorous chaos ensued by his life-size creation Coppélia?

Submitted by Northrop | 01/15/10
34 comments
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Photo of Mariah Carey

No Mariah Carey Concert

There is no longer a Mariah Carey show to be held at Northrop Feb 16.   

Submitted by Northrop | 01/11/10
11 comments
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Photo of Coppélia by the Moscow Festival Ballet

Awakening a National Consciousness: Csardas and the Dolls of Coppelia

Military recruiters might learn a thing or two from the Northrop's upcoming production of the Moscow Festival Ballet's Coppelia.

Submitted by HMD | 01/08/10
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Mariah Carey

Be the first to know

Find out about concert and ticket details first!

Submitted by Northrop | 01/06/10
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Ben's Letter From China

Director Ben Johnson talks about his trip to China with other leading university presenters.

Submitted by Director Ben Johnson | 12/18/09
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5 Feel-Good Reasons to be Charitable This Year

5 Reasons why "tis the season to give"

Submitted by Director Ben Johnson | 12/10/09
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Dafnis Prieto Sextet

Still spinning from Prieto's Latin beats?

Submitted by Northrop | 11/17/09
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Give Joy

Give Enjoyment This Holiday

Inspire your loved ones with the arts this season

Submitted by Northrop | 11/13/09
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Martha Graham Dance Company's Clytemnestra

Are you still wrapping your brain around the ultimate Graham drama you just witnessed?

Submitted by Northrop | 11/12/09
38 comments
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Blowing Through Your Bones

HMD tells the story of the first time she experienced the Martha Graham Dance Company.

Submitted by HMD | 11/11/09
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Martha Graham Dance Company performs “Clytemnestra”

A little background on the story of Clytemnestra.

Submitted by Anonymous | 11/09/09
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See Noguchi at Northrop

See Noguchi at Northrop

See the legendary sculptor's work take over the set designs in Martha Graham's latest Clytemnestra.

Submitted by Northrop | 11/04/09
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Moulin Rouge – The Ballet

If your heart's still palpitating from the flashy world premiere of Moulin Rouge, you're not alone!

Submitted by Northrop | 10/15/09
27 comments
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Moulin Rouge - The Ballet, photo by Nardella Photography, Inc.

Everybody Can-Can! An Exciting World Premiere Comes to the Northrop Stage

Decadence. Freedom. Love. Beauty. Truth. Passion. The Can-Can.

Submitted by HMD | 10/15/09
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Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company

The Virksies dazzled Northrop's stage this weekend.

Submitted by Northrop | 10/11/09
5 comments
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Larry Ochs

Larry Ochs Sax & Drumming Core

The Northrop Music Season has launched!

Submitted by Northrop | 10/09/09
3 comments
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Photo of Entity by Wayne McGregor, Random Dance. Photo by Ravi Deepres.

Entity

An intense launch to the 09-10 Northrop Dance season!

Submitted by Northrop | 09/11/09
16 comments
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A Highly Visceral Experience Tonight!

UK-based Wayne McGregor | Random Dance holds the keys to fundamentally shifting movement and our understanding of it, from the inside-out, neuron by neuron.

Submitted by Anonymous | 09/11/09
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Wayne McGregor | Random Dance perform Entity

09//10 Northrop Dance and Music Single Tickets On Sale Now

The year of no regrets, buy early and get the best seats in the house.

Submitted by Northrop | 08/05/09
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The Summer at Northrop Concerts Come to a Bittersweet End

Until we meet again next summer, what were your thoughts on the summer ' 09 lineup?

Submitted by Northrop | 08/04/09
1 comment
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Northrop announces its refreshingly imaginative 09//10 Music and Jazz Seasons!

Northrop 09//10 Music Season on sale now! Order your tickets today! 

Submitted by Northrop | 07/17/09
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Northrop 09//10 Dance Season on sale now

Order your favorite series for the 'knockout dance season'!

Submitted by Northrop | 06/24/09
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Northrop Music Season

The 09//10 Northrop Music Season Announcement is Coming Soon!

Combing world music with jazz, and some other gems, this season will be unlike any other!

Submitted by Northrop | 06/24/09
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Culture Minute reviews Entity

Culture Minute reviews Entity

Mark Monahan describes the mind blowing dance sensation that is Entity.

Submitted by Northrop | 06/24/09
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Summer at Northrop '09 June Lineup

Get to know the Summer at Northrop Artists - all the best from the Twin Cities and even Uppsala, Sweden!

Submitted by Northrop | 06/05/09
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Summer at Northrop '09 July Lineup

Romantica, Tim Sparks, Jelloslave, and more... all the best Twin Cities artists at Summer at Northrop

Submitted by Northrop | 06/05/09
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Summer at Northrop '09

The lineup for the highly anticipated free outdoor summer concerts is finally here.

Submitted by Northrop | 05/22/09
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Jason Moran

Jason Moran

A multimedia masterwork of the eccentric Thelonious Monk's legendary Town Hall concert last Saturday at the Walker.

Submitted by Northrop | 05/11/09
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Jason Moran

Jason Moran

We have the perfect Thursday night plans for you... A free lecture with jazz innovator Jason Moran.

Submitted by Northrop | 05/05/09
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Eifman Ballet

Eifman Ballet of St. Petersburg

What an absolutely stunning world premiere!

Submitted by Northrop | 04/25/09
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Onegin

A World Premiere, Here, This Weekend

Boris Eifman, legendary choreographer, showcases his world premiere of Onegin to Twin Cities' audiences. 

Submitted by Northrop | 04/23/09
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Limón Dance Company

Limón Dance Company

The Limón Dance Company with local and University artists delighted in a stunning collaboration.

Submitted by Northrop | 03/19/09
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Kurt Elling “Dedicated to You”

Wow! This concert featuring leading jazz vocalist Kurt Elling and the super talented Ernie Watts, ETHEL, and The Laurence Hobgood Trio successfully paid tribute to John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman’s album from 1963. Did you see the concert? What did you think?

Submitted by Northrop | 02/24/09
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Batsheva Dance Company

Batsheva Dance Company

Were you one of the fortunate to experience Ohad Naharin’s masterwork Shalosh? Tell us what you thought. Did you particularly enjoy one piece? What did you think of Naharin’s rigorous physical dance method known as Gaga? What about the music, costumes, dancers?

Submitted by Northrop | 02/19/09
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Russian National Ballet Theatre

Did you see the Russian National Ballet Theatre's Minneapolis debut of the famous tale of Sleeping Beauty?

Submitted by Northrop | 02/02/09
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Lar Lubovitch Dance Company

Lar Lubovitch Dance Company

Performance Preview | Interview between Northrop Director Ben Johnson and the dance company's Artistic Director, Lar Lubovitch.

Submitted by Northrop | 12/08/08
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