American singer, songwriter, pianist, arranger and activist Nina Simone found her calling in jazz after a career as a classical pianist was halted before her eyes. Find out more in the latest episode of the 'Rhapsody in Black' podcast.
After a 2-year hiatus, The Current’s annual free Rock the Cradle event for kids and their grownups to explore music, art and culture returns Sunday, July 10, at the Minneapolis Institute of Art and Children’s Theatre Company. Enjoy favorites such as the Kids’ Disco, YourClassical Story Time, live music from Siama’s Congo Roots, McNasty Brass Band, and St Paul School of Rock Youth Road Crew and Eden Prairie School of Rock All Star Tour Band, DJ sets from Lazerbeak and DJ Chamun and pop-up performances from the team at Brains On! Rock the Cradle is perfect for kids up to age 8. Sunday, July 10, 2022 11:00 AM Minneapolis Institute of Art and Children's Theatre Company campus Indoors/outdoors event options RSVP and get the full schedule of events
Six years after her son Philando Castile was killed by a police officer, Valerie Castile says she’s encouraged by how a younger generation is speaking out for social justice. - Full coverage The death of Philando Castile and the trial of Jeronimo Yanez - ChangeMakers Valerie and Allysza Castile, carrying on Philando's spirit
Listen to four pieces written by American composers for Independence Day.
Spend your Fourth of July weekend with The Current. All weekend long, tune in to hear the best songs in The Current's music library in alphabetical order.
“After the sun has slipped away and the orange sky turns dark blue, fireflies put on a display like only they know how to do!” Go on a sparkly summertime adventure with Backyard Night Lights, the latest episode of YourClassical Storytime, featuring music by Edvard Grieg, illustrations by Mia Jennings and storytelling by Scott Blankenship.
Income inequality is deepening in America. Economic gains in recent decades have been unevenly dispersed, with the vast majority of the wealth going to those already on top. Part of that discrepancy is rooted in the inability to buy property. Angela Davis hosted “In Focus: How housing can shrink the racial wealth gap,” a virtual discussion that tackles the racial wealth gap in Minnesota with panelists from across the state.
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A Minneapolis-based company creates video games that have an educational purpose — teaching students math, science and language arts. The online games are available in English, Spanish, Lakota and Dakota. The creators of 7 Generation Games also combine learning with culture by working with different communities. - Seeing themselves on screen Meet Minnesota gamers and game developers of color - Next generation Video games, diverse characters score big with Minnesota gamers
The executive order said the governor’s office will not honor requests to extradite people who are accused of breaking other states' laws on reproductive health care. - FAQ What Minnesota and neighboring states could do now that Roe is overturned - Friday In Minnesota, emotions high after Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade - Wisconsin Governor's Race Evers looks for boost from anger over abortion