Bring your well-mannered pooch on CynCity's monthly celebration of the 13th! Our Victorian guide shares ghost stories along Saint Paul’s most elegant streets. Special guest: Twin Cities Veterinarian Houston Clinch from TLC! He'll offer advice and answer questions along the way! Free doggie treats and water. $25. Reservations required. Tickets at: cyncitytours.com
Blazing into their 10th year as an ensemble, BRKFST continues to “show us the future of dance” (Star Tribune) with a world premiere commissioned by The Cowles Center and Northrop, set to music by company member Renée Copeland. Their unique style of breaking and storytelling shines through in their work set to Dancers, Dreamers, and Presidents by composer Daniel Bernard Roumain. With each inroad they create, BRKFST inspires us to view breaking and contemporary dance in a way that “makes you see both differently” (Minnpost).
Co-presented by The Cowles Center and Northrop.
It is impossible to see jazz without acknowledging its African roots, evolving over centuries musicians and dancers alike used the form as an outlet for the expression of Black identity, culture, language, struggle, and joy. This conversation between Ayodele Casel, hailed as a “tap dancer and choreographer of extraordinary depth” (The New York Times), Elliot Powell, and Michael Gallope (both scholars of music and sound) explores the rich history of jazz and tap and how these rhythms came to be heard all over the world today.
A walking tour like no other! Go behind-the-scenes in Union Depot, the dream of railroad baron James J.Hill. Get exciting history from your entertaining guide plus the inside scoop on mysterious happenings inside this iconic railroad station. You'll also explore portions of Lowertown and hear more ghost stories from the area where Saint Paul was born. Free tote bag included! 90-minutes of easy walking. $25. Reservations required. Fully-accessible. Tickets at: cyncitytours.com
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop with a stage performance curated by TruArtSpeaks—an organization set to cultivate literacy, leadership, and social justice through the study and application of Spoken Word and Hip Hop culture. The show will feature an ensemble of various creative styles by artists Derrick Gichaba, Cecil “VIRGO” Neal, Nakara Forjé, Tish Jones, Desdamona, MaLLy, ShaVunda Brown, and DJ Just Nine.
Ensō Daiko offers loud, energetic performances that combine music, dance, culture, and pure athleticism. The group regularly premieres new work adding their unique voice to the expanding canon and innovation of North American taiko. Through performances, studio classes, and school residencies, Ensō Daiko has taught thousands of students of all ages and abilities.
In case of inclement weather, this performance will be moved indoors to the Carlson Family Stage.
The Summit Avenue Artisan Festival is an annual winter market, a St. Paul Grand Meander event. It draws in hundreds of people, looking to experience holiday festivities as well as purchase gifts. We will deck the halls with local artisans, carolers, good cheer and joy! Browse handcrafted items, food items, and more from 40+ local artists and artisans, bid on unique silent auction items, visit Santa and enjoy child-centered crafts from 10am-noon.
Get inside a world-class dance experience with one of the most original forces in contemporary dance! Since 1977, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago (HSDC) has brought artists, art, and audiences together in 19 different countries and across 44 US states. With their 46 years of history, you’ll see why “those dancers, the mighty Hubbard Streeters” (The Boston Globe) are renowned for their education program that enriches, engages, educates, and changes lives through the experience of dance.
Get inside a world-class dance experience with one of the most original forces in contemporary dance! Since 1977, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago (HSDC) has brought artists, art, and audiences together in 19 different countries and across 44 US states. With their 46 years of history, you’ll see why “those dancers, the mighty Hubbard Streeters” (The Boston Globe) are renowned for their education program that enriches, engages, educates, and changes lives through the experience of dance.
The Smitty Pit is an eight-piece band fusing R&B, pop, funk, and neo-soul vibes and music to various audiences. Recently endorsed by the great American drummer Garry "Jelly Bean" Johnson, the Twin Cities-based band frequently performs across the metro area for weddings, concerts, and corporate and community events.
In case of inclement weather, this performance will be moved indoors to the Carlson Family Stage.
