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MN Original Season 2 Episodes

47 Episodes 0 - 2011

Episode 1

Seitu Jones + Peter Himmelman

Wed, Aug 4, 201027 mins

Visual artists Seitu Jones and his granddaughter Hunter Powell; Emmy-Award winning composer Steve Heitzig at his home in St. Paul. Marilyn Garber's watercolor botanical art. And Singer/Songwriter Peter Himmelman.

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Episode 2

David Goldes and Davina and the Vagabonds

Wed, Aug 18, 201027 mins

David Goldes creates and then photographs striking still-lives. Interact Center gives actors with disabilities the opportunity to express themselves creatively. And, Davina and the Vegabonds perform at the Dakota jazz club.

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Episode 3

Steven Epp, Brock Davis + Douglas Ewart

Wed, Aug 25, 201027 mins

Long time Twin Cities actor Steven Epp has mastered the art of farce and quick-change. Brock Davis is a mixed media artist and, Douglas R. Ewart and Inventions perform.

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Episode 4

Scott Lloyd Anderson + Alison Scott

Wed, Sep 1, 201027 mins

Scott Lloyd Anderson is a Plein air painter; Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra Cellist Josh Koestenbaum and, soulful singer songwriter Alison Scott performs at the Dakota Jazz Club.

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Episode 5

Craig David and No Bird Sing

Wed, Sep 8, 201027 mins

Public Artist Craig David created murals for the Twins stadium. His latest installation is a nine-ton sculpture at the University of Minnesota. Guthrie Theater Wig Master Ivy Loughborough. and the Hip Hop Artists of No Bird Sing perform.

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Episode 6

Kate DiCamillo and the Jayhawks

Wed, Sep 15, 201027 mins

Children's author Kate DiCamillo shares her thoughts about childhood; Visual Artist Frank Big Bear tells stories with shapes and a palette and The Jayhawks perform at First Avenue.

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Episode 7

Beatrix* JAR and Mandragora Tango

Wed, Sep 22, 201027 mins

Bianca Pettis and Jacob Aaron Roske are the Sonic explorers Beatrix* JAR. John Largaespada manipulates photographs and Gary Korlin's naturalistic approach to painting and, Mandragora Tango performs.

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Episode 8

Keri Pickett and Roma Di Luna

Wed, Sep 29, 201027 mins

Keri Pickett connects with her subjects in her photographs. 15 year old violin prodigy Sedra Bistodeau studies with renowned musician, Sally O'Reilly. The ethereal blue grass and gospel inspired group, Roma Di Luna performs.

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Episode 9

Circus Juventas and the Pines

Wed, Oct 6, 201027 mins

Poet and dance critic Lightsey Darst; Mike Wohnoutka's enchanting children's book illustrations. With the greatest of ease, youth soar during a performance of Circus Juventas. And, music from nationally-renowned folk band The Pines.

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Episode 10

Calpurnia Peach and Debbie Duncan

Wed, Oct 13, 201027 mins

Calpurnia Peach is run by local textile designers Ashley Wokasch and Luci Kandler. Jason Gerling plays the drums. David Lefkowitz explores our perception of natural and human-built environments in his work and jazz singer Debbie Duncan.

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Episode 11

Michael Sommers + the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet

Wed, Oct 20, 201027 mins

Michael Sommers Artistic is Director of Open Eye Theatre. Kinetic sculptor and jewelry maker Danny Saathoff. Plus, music from Alison Scott and the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet performs.

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Episode 12

Wing Young Huie + Tom Nechville's Banjos

Sat, Oct 30, 201027 mins

Photographer Wing Young Huie celebrates University Avenue neighborhood with hundreds of image. Tom Nechville's custom banjos are designed to improve tone and projection. Plus, dancer Carl Flink and jazz singer Christine Rosholt performs.

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Episode 13

Celebrate the Art Of Craft

Wed, Nov 3, 201027 mins

Warren Mackenzie shapes clay into simple, functional pieces in his Stillwater studio. Metal sculptor Heather Doyle finds inspiration in this machinery shop. And Virgil Leih turns 2 thousand pound tree trunks into works of art.

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Episode 14

Alec Soth and the Suicide Commandos

Thu, Nov 11, 201027 mins

Photographer Alec Soth's images premieres at Walker Art Center. Laotian Bounxou Duoheuang preserves her culture's traditional art of weaving and The Suicide Commandos perform.

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Episode 15

Ali Selim, Wendy Knox, Marcus Young and Charles Lazarus

Sun, Nov 21, 201027 mins

Director Ali Selim talks about his film, Sweet Land, set in Minnesota.Marcus Young created Everyday Poems for City Sidewalks. Minnesota Orchestra trumpeter and composer Charles Lazarus. Plus: Artistic Director of Frank Theatre, Wendy Knox.

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Episode 16

Terry Gydesen + "Spider" John Koerner

Sun, Nov 28, 201027 mins

Terry Gydesen is a photographer of Minnesota figures and celebrities. Bao Phi, Vietnamese-American word artist. legendary folk guitarist and songwriter, Spider John Koerner. Plus: "Mural of the Americas" and Jeremy Messersmith performs.

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Episode 17

Cy Thao and Sophia Shorai

Thu, Dec 16, 201027 mins

Cy Thao shows his 50 paintings, documenting The Hmong Migration. Linda Christensen has been carving butter busts at the State Fair. Jack Pavlik makes moving sound sculptures. Finally, Minneapolis. Jazz singer Sophia Shorai performs.

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Episode 18

Carolyn Swiszcz + John Gorka

Thu, Dec 23, 201027 mins

The subjects in Carolyn Swiszcz's paintings and videos include neighborhood icons. Fiction writer Alexi Pate writes his memoir Plus: Visual artist Amy Rice, and Red House Records' Folk Singer and Songwriter John Gorka performs.

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Episode 19

Cartoonist Zak Sally, Funk Rocker Mayda + More

Thu, Dec 30, 201027 mins

Cartoonist Zak Sally writes, illustrates and publishes his own comics. As the Weisman Art Museum Registrar Laura Muessig ensures precious works of art remain protected. Folk musician Peter Ostroushko performs at the Cedar Cultural Center.

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Episode 20

Ta-Coumba Aiken + Nirmala Rajasekar

Thu, Jan 6, 201127 mins

Painter Ta-Coumba Aiken is inspired by African masks and dance. Multi media artist Laura Hallen's process involves arranging items under Plexiglass. South Indian Classical musician Nirmala Rajasekar performs with her ensemble.

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Episode 21

Michael Kareken + Rogue Valley

Thu, Jan 13, 201127 mins

Painter Michael Kareken finds beauty in the organic chaos. Book artist Jody Williams is profiled. Rogue Valley performs Plus: The costumes of Ethnic Dance Theater and body percussion group Crash perform.

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Episode 22

MNO's Mixed + Multi Media Artists

Thu, Jan 20, 201127 mins

A collection of stories from several of Minnesota's visual artists who combine different materials to form Mixed and Multi Media. Featuring Brock Davis, Mary Griep, Slapping Purses, Andy Ducett, Laura Hallen, Amy Rice and Beatrix* JAR.

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Episode 23

Kinji Akagawa and Charlie Parr

Thu, Jan 27, 201127 mins

Public artist Kinji Akagawa shares the stories behind 3 of his works. Composer Mary Ellen Childs creates pieces that unite music, dance and theater. Metalwork by Kristen Arden and music from country blues Charlie Parr.

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Episode 24

Michal Daniel + Emily Johnson

Thu, Feb 3, 201127 mins

Photographer Michal Daniel capture his spectacular images. Dance-maker Emily Johnson combines personal stories and powerful movement. Chastity Brown is inspired by country, gospel and blues. She and her band perform in TPT's studio.

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Episode 25

Steven Cohen + Cantus

Thu, Feb 10, 201127 mins

Photographer Steve Cohen a backstage pass. Paintings conservator David Marquis painstakingly restores at the Midwest Art Conservation Center. Plus: Fiber artist Nancy Mackenzie, and renowned vocal chamber ensemble Cantus performs.

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Episode 26

Zoran Mojsilov + Machinery Hill

Thu, Feb 17, 201127 mins

Yugoslavian-born Zoran Mojsilov sculptures out of stone, steel and wood. Lisa Nankivil builds intricate layers of color for her oil paintings. Plus: Heart of the Beast artistic director Sandy Spieler and music from Machinery Hill.

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Episode 27

Scott West, Aditi Kapil + Tapes 'N Tapes

Thu, Feb 24, 201127 mins

Scott West creates alongside Cloud Cult on stage. Aditi Kapil's production about immigrant experience is based on her own. Plus: Brittany Foster, Lynn Speaker, and the often blogged-about alternative rockers Tapes 'n Tapes perform.

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Episode 28

Ten Thousand Things, Chank Diesel + The Bad Plus

Thu, Mar 3, 201127 mins

Ten Thousand Things brings theater to audiences who have limited access. Chank Diesel spells out what it means to be an Alphabetician. Jazz trio The Bad Plus performs at the Dakota Jazz Club. And, installation artist Sonja Peterson.

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Episode 29

Celebrating Minnesota Arts, Culture & History

Wed, Mar 23, 201127 mins

MN Original: A Legacy Celebration is a look back at the rich diversity of Minnesotas history, art and culture, made possible by the Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.

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Episode 30

MN Historical Society + the Honeydogs

Wed, Mar 30, 201127 mins

The Minnesota Historical Society's Collection has paintings, prints,& drawings. Sharra Frank creates a mosaic for Children's Hospital. The Honeydogs with lead singer and songwriter Adam Levy perform. and Fiber artist Randy Walker.

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Episode 31

Leon Hushcha and Caroline Smith

Wed, Apr 6, 201127 mins

Painter Leon Hushcha challenges artists to create for his Guest Art Series. Metal artist Lisa Elias makes a fountain for Downtown Minneapolis. Caroline Smith and the Good Night Sleeps perform Plus Lloyd Brant and Rosie Cole.

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Episode 32

David Rathman and Charmin Michelle

Wed, Apr 13, 201127 mins

David Rathman's work with water color and ink. Evan Baden's series captures a generation. Jazz vocalist Charmin Michelle performs. Plus knitter Annie Lee Larson, letterpress artist Robyn Stoller Awend and tile maker Josh Blanc.

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Episode 33

Youth Performance Company + Willie Murphy

27 mins

Youth Performance Company has been empowering the youth since 1989. Noah Hoehn layers harmonica and marimba tracks on his live looping system. Willie Murphy performs. Plus: Video artist Scott Nedrelow and figurative artist J M Culver.

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Episode 34

Science Museum + Trampled By Turtles

Wed, Apr 27, 201127 mins

The Science Museum of Minnesota preserves cultural treasures in its Ethnology Collections. Robayat performs music indigenous to Persia, Turkey and central Asia. And Trampled By Turtles perform at First Avenue and cartoonist Lars Martinson.

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Episode 35

Dan Wilson, Nancy Carlson and Joe Chvala

Wed, May 4, 201127 mins

Grammy winner Dan Wilson creates his solo album. TDuniya Drum and Dance keep African traditions alive. Nancy Carlson, internationally known children's book author and illustrator and Joe Chvala founded The Flying Foot Forum.

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Episode 36

Children's Theatre Company and Adam Turman

Wed, May 11, 201127 mins

Peter Rothstein directs The Children's Theatre Company's first production of "Annie." Illustrator Adam Turman's work is bold, colorful and eye-catching. The vibraphone, lap steel guitar and upright bass make up the The Neighborhood Trio.

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Episode 37

Poetry Slam, Lyra Baroque + Tex Pistols

Wed, May 18, 201127 mins

National Poetry Slam champions, members of Saint Paul's competitive spoken word team. Soprano Maria Jette and Lyra Baroque Orchestra in Saint Paul's for Early Music and The Tex Pistols Band ,Terry Gydesen and Brock Davis.

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Episode 38

James Sewell, Haley Bonar and Mark Olson

Wed, May 25, 201127 mins

Dance visionary James Sewell's choreography of classical and contemporary ballet inspires. Sculptor Allen Christian opens up his quirky universe. Mark Olson performs songs from his album. Singer/Songwriter Haley Bonar performs a song.

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Episode 39

Penumbra Theatre + Farewell Milwaukee

Wed, Jun 1, 201127 mins

Penumbra Theatre Artistic Director Lou Bellamy celebrates Minnesota's most storied African American theater. Minnesota filmmaker Sarah Jean Kruchowski's shorts.Todd Cameron creates glass and metal artworks and Farewell Milwaukee performs.

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Episode 40

MN Opera Resident Artist Program + Low

Wed, Jun 15, 201127 mins

Young singers learn in The Minnesota Opera. The late troupe member Ida Arbei showcases the healing power of dance. Jane Frees-Kluth plots a seat between two cities. Duluth indie-rock group Low performs at First Avenue.

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Episode 41

Wurlitzer Theater Organ, Shá Cage and E.G. Bailey and More

Sat, Oct 8, 201127 mins

Shá Cage and E.G. Bailey founded the Minnesota Spoken Word Association. Wurlitzer organ; Musicians Gao Hong and Butterfly combine African, Asian and Western influences. Pastel artist Cheryl LeClair-Sommer battles weather.

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Episode 42

Brady Kiernan and Osmo Vänskä

Sat, Oct 15, 201127 mins

Brady Kiernan directs his first film "Stuck Between Stations." Esteemed Music Director Osmo Vänskä conducts The Minnesota Orchestra. Twin Cities country musicians Trailer Trash and Curator turned jewelry designer, Stephanie Lake.

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Episode 43

Minnesota Original Celebrates MN Dance

Sat, Oct 22, 201127 mins

This dance compilation celebrates a wide range of talented performers and choreographers featuring Zenon Dance Company, Ananya Dance Theater, James Sewell Ballet, Duniya Drum and Dance, TU Dance, Emily Johnson and Flying Foot Forum.

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Episode 44

Tom Schroeder, Barry Browning, Bobby Vee and Zoo Animal

Sat, Oct 29, 201127 mins

Animator Tom Schroeder tells real life stories.. Lighting designer Barry Browning brings to Jungle Theaters production of Next Fall. Bobby Vee's pop stardom began the day the music died,. Zoo Animal performs Worker Bee in studio.

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Episode 45

HUGE Theater, 1968 Exhibit, Davina and the Vagabonds

Sat, Nov 5, 201127 mins

HUGE Improv Theater demonstrates long form improvisation. Davina and the Vagabonds perform at the Dakota Jazz Club. Minnesota Historical Society's exhibit on the year 1968, a group of veterans assemble a replica of a Huey Helicopter.

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Episode 46

Heiruspecs and Andréa Stanislav

Sun, Nov 13, 201127 mins

Dan Huiting is known for City of Music series and music videos. Perpich Center Arts High School students create a performance . Andréa Stanislav deploys spinning rhinestone-encrusted headless horses. Heiruspecs jam aboard the Riverboat.

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Episode 47

The Moving Company + Stuart Klipper

Sun, Nov 20, 201127 mins

Rising from the ashes of Theatre De la Jeune Lune, The Moving Company presents its first show. Photographer Stuart Klipper traveled to both North and South Poles. Gretchen Seichrist and Patches and Gretchen.

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