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Tributes concerts commemorate the second anniversary of the artist’s death

Forever in our hearts

By Harry Colbert, Jr. Managing Editor harry@insightnews.com It’s been two years, but it seems like just yesterday.

On the dreary Thursday afternoon of April 21, 2016 word began to spread and rumor turned into reality when it was confirmed that Minnesota’s beloved son, Prince Rogers Nelson – simply known as Prince – died. And almost as quickly as word spread, memorials paying honor to man who invented the “Minneapolis Sound” went up around town.

Outside of Paisley Park, Prince’s Chanhassen home and recording studio, fans by the thousands gathered to pay their respects to the man who meant so much to so many. On a chain link fence, fans offered up notes, letters, trinkets, musical instruments, works of art and more – all paying homage to his royal badness. This week’s cover of Insight News features a fan painting captured by photographer Dorothy Allen. The photograph is a part on the Minnesota Historical Society’s collection.

Outside of First Avenue – the venue made famous as the club in the Prince movie, “Purple Rain” – fans adorned the outside wall with flowers, out of nowhere a piano emerged and Prince’s

silver star on the wall turned to gold. It remains the only gold star on the wall of the iconic and historic landmark.

In Uptown, just off Hennepin Avenue, on 26th Street, a purple and white mural of Prince surrounded by doves drew fans in from around the globe. And two years later fans still pilgrimage to these sites and more, paying their respects to the man who many considered the greatest musician of all time.

Again, for the second year in a row, dozens of events are planned to commemorate the anniversary of Prince’s death, but more importantly, to celebrate his life.

Some of the events include four days of concerts and discussions presented by Paisley Park featuring the likes of Sheila E., Mayte, Prince’s former wife, Jellybean Johnson, St. Paul Peterson, Susannah Melvoin, and Eric Leeds, all of fDeluxe (formerly the Family), Bobby Z and Matt Fink of the Revolution, and many others. On April 21, the two-year anniversary of Prince’s death, Target Center will host the Paisley produced, “PRINCE: Live on the Big Screen,” a concert featuring clips of Prince, including newly released audio and video of the Purple One. Prince protégé

Liv Warfield will perform two nights, April 20 and April 21, at the Dakota Jazz Club, 1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis. Several unannounced guests will take the stage with Warfield to jam in honor of Prince.

Crooners Lounge and Supper Club, 6161 Highway 65 N.E., Minneapolis, presents Love 2 The 9’s, an intimate night of Prince music featuring former New Power Generation members, Tommy Barbarella, Sonny Thompson and Michael Bland along with Jeremy Ylvisaker and Julius Collins.

MPLS, a band that performed multiple times for Prince and features Jesse Larson, who played guitar for Prince and Michael Jackson protégé Judith Hill, plays Bunkers, 761 Washington Ave., April 20 and several downtown Minneapolis bars are participating in a day-long April 21 pub crawl.

These are just a few of the happenings in the Twin Cities in honor of Minnesota’s favorite son, but then again, is there any other way to pay homage to royalty?

Front page photo: Fans adorned the fence outside of Paisley Park in tribute to Prince after his passing. This April 2016 photo is part of the collection at the Minnesota Historical Society. Dorothy Allen

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Flowers, purple balloons and notes were left at the Prince star on the exterior wall of First Avenue in downtown Minneapolis.

Plan seeks to improve public safety, end mass incarceration, legalize marijuana and reduce Maryland’s prison population by 30 percent

Ben Jealous releases detailed criminal justice plan for Maryland

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Silver Spring, Md. –Ben Jealous, former national president and CEO of the NAACP, released a criminal justice plan he said will improve public safety while helping Maryland to become a national leader in addressing mass incarceration.

Jealous’ plan includes many sweeping provisions, including reducing the state’s prison population by 30 percent, which he said would realize taxpayer savings of up to $600 million, ending cash bail, creating a governor’s office focused on helping returning citizens integrate back into society and legalizing marijuana.

Jealous is the leading Democrat running to unseat Maryland’s current governor, Republican, Larry Hogan.

The plan also includes expanded investments in programs like Safe Streets and the Capital Area Violence Intervention Program, as well as the establishment of gun courts to help combat gun violence and hold violent repeat offenders accountable.

During Jealous’ leadership of the NAACP, he worked on bipartisan efforts in California, Iowa, Georgia and Texas to shrink prisons, and in Maryland, was successful in efforts to abolish the state’s death penalty.

“To achieve a safer Maryland, we must begin to bring an end to this era of mass incarceration,” said Jealous. “This means prioritizing the apprehension of violent repeat offenders, diverting those incarcerated non-violent offenders into more effective rehabilitation programs, and ensuring resources are in place to support those who were formerly incarcerated as they seek to re-enter society. The data could not be more clear - we cannot incarcerate our way out of a crime problem.”

In February, Jealous also released Building Trust,

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Ben Jealous addresses a room of supporters at the home of former Minneapolis mayor, Sharon Sayles-Belton.

Ben Jealous (center) talks with a couple of supporters during an April 5 Minneapolis fundraiser. a reform plan to address police killings of unarmed civilians and combat police misconduct.

Jealous was recently in Minneapolis to fundraise for his gubernatorial bid. Former Minneapolis mayor, Sharon Sayles-Belton, hosted an April 5 fundraiser attended by about 50 people at her southeast Minneapolis home.

During the event Jealous touted his plan for a better Maryland and explained why Minnesotans should be engaged in the eastern race.

“We’ve (Democrats) got to start chipping away at the 33 Republican governorcontrolled states,” said Jealous. “If Republicans get 38 governors they can legally change the Constitution.

Now I know a lot of people say that would never happen, but those same people also said (Donald) Trump would never be elected president, so you see, every race is important.”

Voters will decide the Maryland governorship this coming November.

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Dozens facing jail time in Philando Castile protests as state Republicans seek to further criminalize protests While Jeronimo Yanez is legally in the clear for killing Philando Castile, many of those who protested the killing are in legal jeopardy.

Protests began almost immediately following the July 6, 2016 killing of Castile, a motorist pulled over by Yanez, a then St. Anthony police officer who pulled over Castile for a supposed broken taillight.

The case made headlines worldwide due to a Facebook video streamed live immediately following the shooting. Though charged with manslaughter, Yanez was found not guilty despite evidence presented at trial, including video footage of the killing from his squad car.

Nearly two years after the killing, many protesters who were arrested in the days and weeks after Castile’s death are seeking to have charges dismissed in their criminal cases that stem from protests outside of the governor’s mansion and People’s Park in St. Paul and the blockade of Interstate 94.

On March 26 a group facing prosecution sent joint letters to Gov. Mark Dayton, Lyndsey Olson, St. Paul city attorney, and

recently elected mayor of St. Paul, Melvin Carter.

“Almost two years after the murder of Mr. Castile, the City of St. Paul is still spending taxpayer dollars prosecuting people who protested Mr. Castile’s killing,” read the letter.

“Protesters who were standing on public sidewalks are still facing fines, criminal records, and jail sentences. Many who were arrested had showed up to voice their concern regarding police brutality, and in return they were brutalized by SPPD (St. Paul Police Department).

All who were arrested at the Governor’s Mansion, Grand and Dale, and People’s Park were charged with the same misdemeanor offenses, public nuisance and unlawful assembly.

Those who could not undergo two years of court commitments were compelled to take pleas in which they paid fines and were ordered to not ‘reoffend’ for one year. These payments were unfolding at the same time that the neighboring city of St. Anthony was paying Officer Yanez $40,000 in severance.”

In response to the recent spat of protests over the police

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Some protesters such as these, who protested in September of 2016 the killing of Philando Castile, face criminal charges and are appealing to the governor and St. Paul mayor and attorney to have the charges dismissed. shootings of Castile and the November 2015 killing of Jamar Clark by Minneapolis police, the Republican-controlled state legislature is seeking to pass a bill that would make highway protesting a gross misdemeanor,

which is punishable by up to a year in prison and a $3,000 fine.

“This legislation is yet another way for Republicans to please their base and stifle the voices of oppressed Minnesotans,” said Rep.

Raymond Dehn (DFL-59B) in a statement opposing the bill. “Law enforcement is not asking for this. Minneapolis is not asking for this. What kind of precedent are we setting for future generations wishing to

exercise their First Amendment right? The Republican majority should actually address the systemic challenges our neighbors encounter every day, so there isn’t such a dire need to protest.”

Civil Rights lawyer Mario Williams rises from peace corps to sue white supremacists

By Curtis Bunn, Urban News Service Delma Jackson’s New Year’s morning of 2012 started with a shocking photo on her cell phone – an image of a man’s beaten, bloodied, swollen face.

The man was so badly disfigured; Jackson initially could not tell it was her husband.

Her husband, Miguel Jackson, was an inmate at a Georgia prison, when prison guards beat him with a claw hammer in December of 2011, an attack captured on video.

Horrified, Delma Jackson called the prison for answers. She got none. She wasn’t even sure if her husband was alive or dead.

Delma Jackson paged through the Yellow Pages to find a lawyer who would get both justice and answers. Attorney after attorney turned down her case.

“No one would touch it,” said Delma Jackson. “I had the photos to show, but no one would help … except Mario.”

Mario is Mario Williams, an Atlanta-based civil rights attorney who took a winding road to become one of the nation’s foremost legal advocates for those in need. The bulk of his cases focus on civil-rights violations, police misconduct, prisoners’ rights and wrongful incarcerations. A tall, jovial African-American who likes horror movies and rollercoasters, Williams is the legal advocate of last resort for those too poor or too unconnected to attract government agency or big law firm.

Now, Williams is preparing to lead an unprecedented $20 million legal campaign to

investigate and uncover the ties of political and business leaders to white supremacist groups.

He wants to dig up their secret rivers of money and shame them into cutting off the extremists.

Pretty heady stuff for a guy who initially wanted to be an environmental lawyer.

Libre by Nexus is where the $20 million war chest is coming from, a Verona, Virginia-based firm that guarantees bail bonds for immigrants, to win their release and to reunite them with their families. The for-profit company, founded by Michael Donovan and Richard Moore in 2012, gives away millions of dollars each year to fund free legal aid. Each of these men were jailed in their college days and remember how hard it can be for prisoners to get a fair shake. Libre by Nexus tagged Williams to be the point man in its probe of white supremacists.

“Mario is fearless in advocating for those without a voice,” said Donovan. “A lot of idealists learn of the (civil rights) abuses and it shocks them so much they can’t do anything. With Mario, he is personally offended, and it fuels him to act. He didn’t lose his ideology. And that’s hard to find in an attorney.”

Donovan added his company is targeting and funding the suits against “white supremacist organizations that masquerade as militias when they are really re-formed hate groups like the KKK.” The goal is to find the funders of these extremist groups “that advocate violence” and sue them into submission.

“When they advocate violence, like in the case of Charlottesville,” said Donovan, “they must be held accountable.”

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Growth & Justice and OneMN.org to co-host statewide gathering to create the One Minnesota Equity Blueprint

Civil Rights lawyer Mario Williams This fires up Williams.

“This is big stuff. Huge.

I am excited and proud to be a part of an effort that is looking to make sweeping changes in racial injustices and attitudes,” said Williams.

The attorney’s odyssey began in the unlikeliest of places – the poor towns of Central America – where he served

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in the Peace Corps, teaching environmentalist practices to villages in the 1990s. There he saw the real price paid by the poor and the powerless.

Now 46, Williams cites New Orleans and three cities in Texas as his hometowns.

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Growth & Justice and OneMN. org are co-hosting a statewide convening, Thriving by Design - Rural & Urban Together, in Granite Falls, June 27 – June 29, to kick off a six-month community engagement process to create a comprehensive policy agenda.

The One Minnesota Equity Blueprint seeks to achieve rural/ urban racial economic equity and inclusive growth.

“This will be the first rural/urban socioeconomic contract fully integrating equity as the growth model.

It honors and recognizes the strength of our diversity and our interdependence as Minnesota people, places, and resources working together for the betterment of all,” said Jane Leonard, president of Growth & Justice.

The Thriving by Design – Rural & Urban Together initiative represents the second phase of the Minnesota Rural Equity Project, launched

by Growth & Justice, an effort begun in early 2017 to shine a light on persistent socioeconomic and public investment gaps throughout

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rural and Greater Minnesota, and to create a “One Minnesota” policy framework for decisionmakers in 2018 and beyond. It also seeks to lay the groundwork for a shared sustainable prosperity for all, to “provide public policy recommendations that support and propel racial, social and economic equity throughout state, county, local governments, agencies and corporations,” said Brett Buckner, managing director of OneMN.org.

Beginning with the kick-off gathering in June in Granite Falls, a statewide delegation of Minnesota residents representing the future demographics of Minnesota will build upon policy priorities from existing partner groups, including the 2018 legislative priorities of Growth & Justice and OneMN. org, to design a unified, comprehensive blueprint for achieving shared sustainable prosperity in Minnesota.

In the proceeding months after Granite Falls, delegates will

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Twin Cities realtors focus on growing Black wealth through homeownership The Twin Cities Movement of Realtist Engage, the local chapter of the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB), is hosting Realtist Week in observance of the trade association’s dedication to increasing Black wealth through homeownership.

Realtist Week activities in Minneapolis seek to increase the economic futures of Black Americans,

by Building Black Wealth through Homeownership. In addition, the group expects to meet with policymakers and elected officials to

ensure that affordable and sustainable homeownership is supported legislatively, through regulatory or other city planning means.

“Minneapolis has been named the 2nd worst city in the country for Black Americans, largely due to the lack of wealth and homeownership.

Increasing awareness and ensuring that families are equipped with resources, information, and tools to build generational wealth through homeownership is the main focus of our Realtist activities.” said Julia Israel, local chapter

president.

Homeownership for Black Americans has been on a steady decline since 2004 when it reached its peak of nearly 50 percent. As of the fourth quarter ending 2017 as reported by the U.S. Census Bureau, the Black homeownership rate hovered nationally at 42.1 percent compared to the nonHispanic white homeownership rate of just above 72.7 percent.

“Realtist Week events and activities raise awareness that Black homeownership not only strengthens the economic fabric of our city, but also increases the desirability of Twin Cities’

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neighborhoods,” said Israel.

NAREB’s Realtist Week takes place during National Fair Housing Month, which commemorates the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968; federal legislation making it illegal to discriminate in housing based upon race, color, sex, national origin, religion, familial status or disability.

The Twin Cities NAREB chapter has scheduled two activities to heighten the community’s and policymakers’ awareness about the importance of affordable homeownership as an effective wealth building tool. Events

and activities include the Faces of Fair Housing- industry professionals event this Wednesday (April 18) from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Cambria Gallery on 7th, 625 2nd Avenue S., Suite 101, Minneapolis and a homebuyer event Saturday (April 21) from 9:30 a.m.

– 2 p.m. at the Davis CenterMinneapolis Public School Building, 1250 W. Broadway Ave., Minneapolis.

For more information about the association and Realtist Week, contact Julia Israel at (612) 701-7633 or juliaisrael@kw.com.

Howard U’s Alonda Thomas: Millennial media trailblazer

By Lauren Poteat NNPA Newswire Contributor As a rising star in the public relations field, Alonda Thomas

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has always sought to inspire young, Black women who want to break into the industry.

Earlier this year, Thomas was named the director of Public Relations in Howard University’s Office of Communications.

“At Howard, my goal is to continue to promote the brand of this amazing institution,” said Thomas. “(Howard University) has a lot of really great things happening that the public and media don’t know about and my mission is to really bring those things to the forefront and shed additional light on such a dynamic institution.”

Prior to joining Howard University’s staff, Thomas worked as the senior public relations manager at TV One. In 2017, Thomas was honored as one of the “Top 25 AfricanAmerican PR Millennials to Watch.”

“One of my favorite quotes is by Henry David Thoreau.

‘Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you imagined,’” said Thomas.

“I discovered this quote back in high school, and it always

reminds me that I have to be a willing and active participant in making my dreams come true.

Since there is a plan already designed for my life, why wouldn’t I move confidently in the direction of making those dreams attainable? I think we, as a society, spend way too much time trying to justify why we can’t achieve success instead of just operating in faith that it is already done.”

Hailing from Miami, it wasn’t until Thomas attended the historically Black, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, that she knew that she was destined for a career in public relations.

“PR was a passion I stumbled upon while attending Florida A&M, after a fellow classmate told me they thought I would be really good at the job,” said Thomas. “I pretty much took off from there. College was where I got my start, however I believe my success comes from my willingness to continuously keep learning.”

Thomas said young Black women who are considering a career in public relations should

not be afraid to take direction and try something new.

“I went through a lot of internships and worked for free many times, but it was all worth it,” said Thomas, advising Black millennials to, “Zoom into what you want and then go for it.”

Thomas’ resume includes work on successful projects like ABC’s “Black-ish,” Spike Lee’s “Chi-raq,” and CNN’s “United Shades of America with W. Kamau Bell.” The Miami native said working at TV One was an amazing opportunity, where she was able to grow and learn.

“I worked on a lot of amazing projects including TV One’s ‘Unsung’ where I secured interviews with (R&B trio) SWV, and (celebrities) like Wyclef Jean, hip-hop artist Fat Joe and the R&B group Jagged Edge,” said Thomas.

Thomas also booked actor and hip-hop legend Ice-T’s firstever interview with Essence magazine. The budding PR pro said that she is heavily-inspired by media mogul Cathy Hughes.

“I believe her story of perseverance despite personal

rights events took place right in Atlanta,” said Williams. “(The Rev. Dr.) Martin Luther King, (Jr.) went to Morehouse. It was in the air.”

That led him to the Peace Corps – and the experiences that changed his life. In Honduras and other Latin American countries, Williams spent three years helping to bring clean water to some of the world’s poorest people by putting his hands to work as much as his mind. He helped build many down-flow gravity water systems and effective filtration

tanks in the hills of remote villages. The systems produced clean, drinkable water, saving countless lives.

“It was a human rights violation that they did not have potable water,” said Williams.

“Kids were dying, people were getting sick because of the water.

In the U.S., we just turn on the facet and we have water ready to drink. We take it for granted. It’s not like that in many parts of the world.”

The plight of the Central Americans’ struck a nerve in Williams. That, he said, is when

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Alonda Thomas, the director of public relations in Howard University’s Office of Communications, was named one of the “Top 25 African American PR Millennials to Watch.” obstacles is inspiring and demonstrates that you can accomplish anything no matter the challenge,” said Thomas.

“As it pertains to where I am at in my own career path, she

reminds me that the sky’s the limit and that the only person who can hold me back is me. Cathy Hughes’ story is the American dream.

It is so motivating to know that a woman from humble beginnings could take a vision and buy a radio station and grow it into a successful multifaceted media company. If she did it, so can I. If she made it, so can you.”

Gwendolyn Quinn, a global media and communications strategist, called Thomas a star.

Quinn, who partnered with Antonice Jackson, the president of the Washington, D.C. chapter of the National Black Public Relations Society, to develop the “Top 25 African American PR Millennials to Watch” list.

“She represents so many great qualities as a writer, communicator, worker and personality,” said Quinn. “We received over 200 applications.

Out of the 200, only 25 people were selected. Out of that 25, I was only involved in handpicking five and Alonda was one of my first picks.”

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Williams From 3 He graduated from historically Black Morehouse University in Atlanta. Giving up his early career plans to become an environmental attorney, at Morehouse, Williams said he was inspired by his professors and fellow students to consider working in the human rights arena.

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his desire to be a servant got real. He went to Lewis and Clark College (Oregon) and earned his law degree, passed the Georgia state bar exam, and worked in Santiago, Chile for seven years, where helped reshape environmental codes.

In Atlanta, he has been named one of the top-rated civil rights attorneys and been selected as one of that city’s “Super Lawyers.” But the “Super Lawyer” will take calls and cases from nearly anyone, without ego or formality. Cases like those of Delma Jackson’s

Minneapolis pediatrician Dr. Christopher Williams competes in 2018 US Adult Figure Skating Championships Dr. Chris Williams, a 54-year-old, Minneapolis pediatrician competed this past weekend in the U.S. Adult Figure Skating Championships in Marlborough, Mass.

Williams, a 2004 U.S. Adult Gold Medalist, left work at his Park Nicollet Clinic over his lunch hours three times a week to train at Parade Ice Garden in Minneapolis. Williams was coached by Olympic and U.S. National skater, Mark Militano. Williams would arrive for practice dressed as a doctor then quickly changes into his lycra, to practice spins and jumps.

Williams’ family of five, including his wife Andrijana Williams, their two children and his adult son made the trip to Marlborough to cheer on the pediatrician.

Williams is a cofounder of the North Minneapolis Hockey and Figure Skating programs.

Skating since 1977, he already has his name on a trophy at the Colorado Springs Figure Skating Hall of Fame.

To find out how Williams fared, go to www. insightnews.com.

husband.

“Mario was right on it,” recalled Jackson. “We met him on a Monday. Showed him the photos and gave him the background on my husband and he knew exactly what do, what motions to file. Tuesday, he was down there at the prison. Wednesday, we met with him again. There have been so many elements to my husband’s case, including being sentenced for 50 years for an armed robbery in 1996 when he was 20 years old. Fifty years. Mario has been there every step of the way.

There are a lot of injustices out there. We need more people like Mario. He’s been so committed, it’s amazing. He’s like family now.”

No charges were brought against the prison guards, despite Williams’ best efforts.

The case is now in summary judgment as Williams continues to seek justice.

“One issue I began to have is, ‘How do you sleep at night?,’” said Williams from his desk at his downtown Atlanta law office. “I have seen so much denial of human rights in Central America and, sadly, denial of civil rights of non-white people here in America. It’s simply not right. The abuse of power of (law enforcement, correction officers, etc.) is rampant. So, I chose to do for others. Doing this work means something to me, everyday fighting for people’s rights and for justice.”

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host further community input on the draft blueprint through regional meetings and network of networks dissemination. At a concluding statewide gathering in December 2018, delegates will finalize the One Minnesota Equity Blueprint to present it to the new governor and legislature.

The intended outcome of the Thriving by Design – Rural & Urban Together – One Minnesota Equity Blueprint gatherings is to achieve an inclusive economy for all Minnesotans before or by 2033, Minnesota’s 175th statehood anniversary.

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By Carmen Robles The Insight2Health Fitness Challenge XI (I2HFC) came to a fever pitch of enthusiasm as participants finished off week seven of the 10-week challenge.

A flurry of high fives followed by shouts of “way to go” flooded out of the gym room spilling into the lobby of the Cora McCorvey YMCA in North Minneapolis. With only three weeks left to go, many of these warriors are already signing up for I2HFC round XII beginning May 5 and going through July 21. The enthusiasm of continuing a healthy transformation is infectious to say the least.

Cesar Chavez said it best, “Once social change begins, it cannot be reversed.

You cannot un-educate the person who has learned to read. You cannot humiliate the person who feels pride.

You cannot oppress the people who are not afraid anymore.”

That’s what’s happing in North Minneapolis – social change. Being led by local entrepreneurs, businesses

Femi Akinnagbe (standing) leads participants if the Insight 2 Health Fitness Challenge in a yoga exercise.

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Reaching to the heavens for positive energy, participants of the Insight 2 Health Fitness Challenge seek to transform their bodies, minds and community. and neighbors are coming together with the support of organizations such as Hawthorne Neighborhood Council, Northside Residents Redevelopment Council, Cora McCorvey YMCA North Point Health and Wellness Center and Insight News are leading the charge for a healthy neighborhood.

North Minneapolis, ground zero for storied disparities, is taking control of its destiny.

No need for an outside cavalry.

No need for missionaries, dogooders or carpetbaggers. The neighborhood mislabeled as a local warzone is choosing to begin the metamorphosis into a Blue Zone.

According to www. bluezones.com, “Blue Zones are rare longevity hotspots around the world. Blue Zone Projects help transform communities into thriving places to live, work, eat, and play using an innovative, systematic, environmental approach to

well-being that optimizes policy, urban and building design and social networks.”

The Insight 2 Health Fitness Challenge is committed to the Blue Zone theory and has been in the front lines of this health transformation for the past several years. It seems only fitting the journey of a personal transformation is now expanding into a community transformation.

It’s exciting to witness a conversion of an entire

neighborhood undertaking this enormous step. It is excitement beyond words. In these times of socializing through technology, it’s so refreshing to see a group of people interacting on a human level.

The applause at the end of class gets stronger and louder as participants push themselves a little bit more each time. People are celebrating their inch by inch, pound by pound successes.

More than that, though, is the confidence being shared among each other. The fist pumps, the “great job” passed one to another, symbolizing we are in this together.

Without realizing it, this

group of pioneers is setting the stage for the biggest transformation the Northside has ever witnessed – the transformation of good health, a strong fit body, nutritional wellbeing and mental, emotional, spiritual harmony throughout a community.

This may very well be the first African-American Blue Zone community in U.S. – the Northside of Minneapolis, igniting an enthusiasm for good health that will be felt from coast to coast.

To participate in the upcoming session of the I2HFC call (612) 588-1313 or email carmen@insightnews.com.

Group calls for greater awareness of testicular cancer WASHINGTON, D.C. – Men’s Health Network (MHN) has joined with other cancer organizations to form an awareness coalition to recognize Testicular Cancer Awareness Month.

These organizations are calling for increased research and greater awareness of the challenges facing testicular cancer patients, survivors, and their loved ones.

Testicular cancer is the most common cancer among men between 15 and 35 years old but has one of the highest survival rates, if found early. That’s what makes prevention techniques

and overall awareness critically important. This year alone, in the U.S., more than 9,000 men will be diagnosed with the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. An estimated 400 deaths occurred in the U.S. last year due to the disease.

“It’s crucial for young men (15-35) to know that this is the leading cause of cancer for their age group and remains treatable if caught early,” said Ana Fadich, vice president at MHN. “Even so, survivors still need support after a testicular cancer diagnosis, because it’s a huge impact on daily life. That is why awareness is essential in reaching younger men who may not receive cancer prevention messages.”

Survivors have increased risks of anxiety, depression, heart disease, short and longterm memory loss, among other health concerns, as a result of having testicular cancer. This is in addition to issues of impotence, incontinence or loss of libido.

“The assumption is that life after treatment for males and their families affected by testicular cancer returns to normal,” said Dr. Michael Rovito, of the Men’s Health Initiative (MHI) an affiliate partner of MHN. “Most times, it’s quite the opposite scenario unfolding. These families have lifelong wellness concerns stemming directly from the treatment of testicular cancer that occurred years, even decades, prior. I’m proud that MHI is partnering with this group to lead the way to develop more impactful research and conduct more effective outreach among testicular cancer survivors to improve their quality of life.”

“In my four decades of practice, I have found testicular exams and TSE – especially when paired with the oversight of a trusted primary care provider – to be quite valuable,” said Dr. Gregory Pecchia, an advisor to Men’s Health Network.

“These exams yielded probable lifesaving early detection.”

The TesticularCancerAwarenessMonth.com website helps educate people about risk factors, warning signs, and treatment options for the disease.

The site offers videos, a social media toolkit, downloadable brochures, research articles, and examples of awareness activities to turn a difficult-to-discuss problem into an interactive and easier-to-approach learning experience.

During the month, Men’s Health Network and its coalition partners will be telling the stories of testicular cancer patients and survivors, offering interviews from patients and health experts. It will also hold a Twitter chat the week of April 23 to further promote testicular cancer awareness to a wider audience.

The Testicular Cancer Coalition includes Men’s Health Network, the Men’s Health Initiative, the Testicular Cancer Society, ChapCare and the Testicular Cancer Foundation.

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Mississippi Market, a natural foods grocer in St. Paul, 740 E. 7th St., will host a three-part event series featuring local plant-based culinary experts, food samples, recipes and cooking.

Attendees will learn ways to incorporate more plants into their daily life and diet to promote environmental, physical and financial health.

Participants who attend all three events will receive a plant-based cookbook and co-op gift bag.

The Eat More Plants event series kicks-off in late April and runs once-a-month through June.

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Eat More Plants: Meal Planning with The Herbivorous Butcher, takes place May 30 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and Eat More Plants: Easy Recipes with J. Selby’s is scheduled for June 20, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

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Blended families Tim and Cantrice style Man Talk

as speaking, and it is likely to open doors to conflict resolution. Blended-families often have some difficulty with communication in the beginning of the

family don’t need to agree with each other on everything, but they must learn to respect the opinions, privacy and personal possessions of all members of the family.

blended-families. Don’t be so ridged, and keep in mind that routine is important, especially for younger children but the ability to adapt is a good idea for

Always be yourself. Kids can easily see through masks and figure out who we really are. You will invariably tire yourself if you’re trying to play out the perfect blended-

difficult but not impossible.

Communication will be the key to success, so get as much information about the topic as possible. It is also a good idea to seek out

By Timothy Houston On July 28 in New York Central Park, Cantrice Freeman and I will be getting married, and two families will become one.

As we prepare to share that special day with friends and family, I also reflect on the relevance of this day.

We will be blending families Tim and Cantrice style. This includes eight children, 18 grandchildren, and a host of extended family members.

Understanding the basics of a blended family can be essential for ensuring my extended family will be prepared to embrace its strengths to work through its differences.

Although many blended families are not recognized until the two parents get married and agreed to care for the children together, today, it is much more acceptable for the adults in the relationship to live together and raise the children jointly without the legal commitment of a marriage or adoption.

This more lenient approach has caused difficulties, particularly in terms of child support, medical decisions, and other complex issues. To overcome these challenges, the following suggestions should be considered.

Communicate Designated family time should be devoted to communication. This includes listening as well

Don’t be too serious. A sense of humor is an essential ingredient to stir into the blended family pot.

relationships, usually because each member comes from a different original family and they bring different styles of communication. So, time, patience and practice are essential in the beginning to blend communication styles successfully. Open communication helps keep expectations realistic.

Be respectful Members of a blended

Biological parents should make it clear to their children that disrespect will not be tolerated and must also be careful to show their own respect.

Be flexible Each family should be willing to make personal adjustments.

Flexibility and compromising are key ingredients necessary to lead to happier and less stressed

everyone.

Be patient Blended-parents must move slowly. Nothing of value grows up overnight.

The seeds of love need time to grow through respect, caring and affection. Patience is indeed a virtue and one that every blended-parent must develop.

Be yourself

parent 24 hours a day. Just be you.

Keep laughter in the mist Don’t be too serious.

A sense of humor is an essential ingredient to stir into the blended family pot.

Humor softens the rough spots and brings families together when used correctly.

Just remember not to use it at another person’s expense.

Blending families is

external counsel and work groups. The more work you put in up front, the greater the opportunity for success.

Timothy Houston is an author, minister, and motivational speaker committed to guiding positive life changes in families and communities. To get copies of his books, for questions, comments or more information, go to www. tlhouston.com.

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Latino students get new resources to help navigate public schools

By Alejandra Oliveras Afrodecendientes The Latino Youth Development Collaborative (LYDC) last week graduated 18 promotores y promotoras de educaciĂłn (someone specially trained to provide health education) with the skills needed to help families navigate the sometimes murky waters of the Minnesota public education system.

Minnesota has the lowest rate of Latino youth graduating from high school in the nation.

LYDC has embraced the daunting task of empowering Latino families with the tools necessary to take full advantage of resources the state provides to enable the students’ success from the moment they enter the system until they graduate.

The promotores y promotoras’ mission is to help families understand their rights as parents and students, to advocate for and to entice family engagement within their school communities.

Participants undergo 12 intense weekly seminars designed to bring them up to speed them on subjects that broaden their understanding of the school system. The subjects range from child development from 3 to 18 years, power structures within the school system from the classroom to the legislature, how teachers grade students, what students need to pass from one grade to the next, the importance of reading, to how parents can choose a school for their children. With this training the LYDC hopes the promoters will impact communities with the newly acquired knowledge and advocate

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for student’s rights while sparking families to engage with their school community.

Graduation day kicked o with a lively conference where an audience of more than 150 engaged speakers on topics such as discrimination within the school system, something that resonated with the participants and provoked many to share their own stories about situations with the system. There was also a panel of three speakers that described on the legal battles endured by the Mexican families in St. Paul who sued the school district and whose eorts prompted the creation of the Latino Consent Decree.

Families also learned how to report Title 6 violations in the school system. Title 6 forces schools to provide meaningful access to information such as grades, something that even though it is a parents’ right to be able access, if the parents or caregivers are not uent in English such information can be diďŹƒcult to obtain.

LYDC is a nonproďŹ t organization that relies on volunteer eorts, donations and the support of the Hennepin County 4th District leadership.

Commissioner Peter McLaughlin of the 4th District has mobilized the county’s support, working alongside LYDC supporting the Latino community and its student body. A champion for providing equal educational opportunities for all his constituents, McLaughlin attended the festivities and presented the Promotores y Promotoras with their diplomas. Thanks to his and the county’s eorts that meaningful initiatives such as this can materialize

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(Above) Promotores y promotoras de educaciĂłn graduates display their certificates while (below) youth dancers celebrate the occasion. and impact the community to

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Monday, April 16 PRINCE Prince Legacy Tours at the Capri Capri Theater 2027 W. Broadway Ave., Minneapolis 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

All ages $20 Did you know that Prince’s first concert was at Capri Theater?

Learn more about Prince’s legacy at the Capri.

Tuesday, April 17 April 16 April 29, 2018

Aesthetically It! is a list of picks from the editors of Aesthetically Speaking. Aesthetically It! features venues, events, outings and more that are worthy of “It” status.

If you have a venue, event or outing that you feel is “It” worthy, email us at aestheticallyit@ insightnews.com

FILM “Clear” Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival St. Anthony Main Theatre 115 S.E. Main St., Minneapolis 7 p.m. $14 general, $8 students and those 25 and under Ember Bearheart Johnson’s first day home after a 16-year prison sentence for a crime she didn’t commit is bittersweet as she uncovers how her family’s lives have gone on without her after all these years. It’s the Minneapolis premiere of the Maya Washington film.

Wednesday, April 18 DANCE/PRINCE Q&A and Dance Class with Mayte Garcia James Sewell Ballet 528 Hennepin Ave., # 215, Minneapolis 11:30 a.m. (Q&A), 3 p.m. (dance class)

Take part in a special belly dance class and Q&A with Mayte Garcia, Prince’s ex-wife and collaborator.

Thursday, April 19 PRINCE The Jellybean Johnson Experience Minnesota Music Café 501 Payne Ave., St. Paul 8:30 p.m. – 1 a.m.

21-plus $15 Experience the return of Tori “Freakjuice” Ruffin along with Jellybean Johnson prior to their “Nothing Compares 2 Prince” in Australia shows. Also performing is Tracey Blake, a powerhouse of the Minneapolis Sound.

Friday, April 20

Peppers and Fries, check out the Record Store Day Block Party at Hymies. Performances

by Toki Wright & Big Cats, Charlie Parr, Wild Hands, Southside Aces, Black Widows and BLAHA.

Sunday, April 22 FILM “Backpack Full of Cash” Documentary Screening Shiloh Temple International Ministries 1201 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis, Minnesota 1:45 p.m.

Narrated by Matt Damon, this feature-length documentary explores the growing privatization of public schools and the resulting impact on America’s most vulnerable children.

of the Gullah/Geechee nation, is a published author, computer scientist, lecturer, mathematician, historian, columnist, preservationist, environmental justice advocate, environmentalist and film consultant. She will lecture at Northrop on the University of Minnesota campus.

Wednesday, April 25 FASHION SHOW Fat Festival Fashion Cake Plus-Size Resale 5155 Bloomington Ave., Minneapolis 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

No cover, general admission, $8 VIP Cake Plus-Size Resale will showcase fashion-forward plussize looks inspired by local music festivals at Fat Festival Fashion.

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Monday, April 23

PaviElle Icehouse 2528 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis 10:30 p.m.

21-plus $8 advance, $10 door

HIP-HOP

Thursday, April 26

Maxo Kream with Cuz Lightyear First Avenue’s 7th Street Entry 701 N. 1st Ave., Minneapolis 7 p.m.

18-plus $20 advance, $50 VIP

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Emmy Award winner PaviElle is a force with which to be reckoned. Also on the bill is DJ Shannon Blowtorch.

Saturday, April 21 BLOCK PARTY Record Store Day with Toki Wright & Big Cats Hymie’s Vintage Records 3820 E. Lake St., Minneapolis 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

All ages No cover In partnership with Fulton Beer Jameson Irish Whiskey and

Houston’s Maxo Kream is one of the top up and coming artists in hip-hop. He’s joined in the 7th Street with Cuz Lightyear.

Tuesday, April 24 LECTURE Gullah/Geechee Cultural Continuity in Spite of Rising Seas Best Buy Theater at Northrop 84 Church St. S.E., Minneapolis 4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Queen Quet, head of state

Assata Speaks: Fight the Power Edition The Brave New Workshop Comedy Theatre 824 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. $10 Sarah Woodcock and Louis Hunter, co-owners of Trio Plant-based, John Thompson, president and CEO of Fight for Justice, LLC. and Marques Armstrong, president and CEO of Hope & Healing Counseling Services and principal consultant at Black Pearl will each give talks on moving forward and taking action as a community.

Friday, April 27 SHOPPING/PERFORMANCE Be the Change West Broadway Business and Area Coalition 1011 W. Broadway Ave., Ste. 202, Minneapolis 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

No cover H White Men’s Room and the West Broadway Business and Area Coalition bring you this two-day series for change agents featuring shopping opportunities from area retailers and live performances.

Saturday, April 28 FOOD Soul Food Pop Up Dinner and Kickstarter Finale Breaking Bread Café and Catering 1210 W. Broadway Ave., Minneapolis 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Trio Plant-based by Three of a Kind Foods is hosting a vegan soul food pop up dinner.

Sunday, April 29 NIGHTLIFE The State of the Relationship Love & Fitness Stem Wine Bar 24 University Ave. N.E., Minneapolis 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

21-plus This event will explore what does it mean to be “fit for love” literally and figuratively.

Event designed for those with autism and sensory sensitivity

Walker Art Center presents Sensory Friendly Sunday In May, the Walker Art Center, 725 Vineland Pl., Minneapolis, will launch Sensory Friendly Sunday (SFS), a monthly, free offering for individuals with sensory sensitivities and autism spectrum disorders.

SFS will be held on first or second Sunday of the month from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m., before the galleries open to the public. SFS will offer visitors the opportunity to make art together, explore the galleries, watch a short film or relax in a different setting.

The program aims to improve the Walker’s capacity to meet the needs of children, teenagers and adults with sensory sensitivities, and their families, through this monthly, free, educational program. Over the past few months, the Walker has been working with a range of community partners to provide the Twin Cities with a sensory friendly program in a museum.

On these Sundays, the galleries will be closed to all other visitors, allowing

guests to enjoy the museum in a calm environment. SFS is a drop-in program and features accommodations such as quiet spaces, noisecanceling headphones and fidgets.

The Walker has consulted with community partners including the the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM), the Institute for Community Integration at the University of Minnesota (ICI), and the University of Minnesota’s Occupational Therapy Department. To develop the program’s structure, staffing, and educational materials, the Walker is consulting with a Community Advisory Group consisting of 10 people who have relationships with, or are themselves, people with sensory sensitivities.

Families are encouraged to register ahead of time.

Online registration will be available a month before each event. For more information, visit walkerart.org, email access@walkerart.org or call (612) 375-7610.

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A student making art at Lionsgate Academy, a community partner.

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An all-star lineup of Prince’s former bandmates, protégés, and acolytes will perform

Crooners hosts intimate Prince tribute It’s nearly the two-year anniversary of the loss of Minnesota’s musical son, Prince Rogers Nelson, and to celebrate the genius and his music, Crooners Lounge and Supper Club has pulled together an all-star lineup featuring former members of Prince’s band and other top Minnesota artists.

Former New Power Generation band members Tommy Barbarella, Michael Bland and Sonny Thompson will gather for “Love 2 The 9s,” an intimate and special night celebrating Prince

and his musical legacy. The show will feature the voice of Julius Collins and local musicians including Jeremy Ylvisaker, Katie Gearty and others The event takes place April 21 – the anniversary of Prince’s death – at 7 p.m. and a second show at 11 p.m. at Crooners, 6161 Hwy 65 N.E. Tickets are available at www. croonersloungemn.ticketfly. com/event/1669404love-2-9s-presented-byminneapolis. First show tickets are $40-$65, second show, $39-$49.

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Legends Bouquet featuring Charmin Michelle, Debbie Duncan and Dennis Spears Season 10 of Legends the Capri concludes with the Legends Bouquet featuring Charmin Michelle, Debbie Duncan and Dennis Spears.

Legends Bouquet brings together the trio of singers from the first Legends concert that was held at the Capri 10 years ago. Michelle, Duncan and Spears will recreate some of the selections from their initial performance as well as fresh new takes on jazz standards. The quartet of instrumentalists – Adi Yeshaya on piano, Daryl Boudreaux,

Minnesota music legends (left to right) Charmin Michelle, Debbie Duncan and Dennis Spears perform April 21 and April 22 at the Capri Theater in North Minneapolis.

percussion, Tony Axtell, bass and Kevin Washington on drums – will back up the trio “Jazzy, elegant, fun and sassy are coming your way through this beautiful bouquet,” said Legends artistic director, Spears.

Legends Bouquet concertgoers will be among the first to hear about what’s in store for Legends next year while the Capri is closed for expansion and renovation. Groundbreaking for the construction project takes place in the fall of 2018 and the “new” Capri is scheduled to open in the fall of 2019.

“Please join us for this last Legends concert in the Capri ‘as is,’ and celebrate with us as we close one amazing chapter and begin to write the next for this revered Northside theater,” said James Scott, director of the Capri.

Performances are at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 21 and 3 p.m. Sunday, April 22 at the Capri Theater, 2027 W. Broadway Ave. in North Minneapolis. Tickets are $25 or $20 each for groups of 10 or more and are available at www. thecapritheater.org or by calling (612) 343-3390.

‘Dodging Bullets,’ film on historical trauma, screens at Minneapolis/St. Paul International Film Festival and the movement to change the Washington NFL football team’s name. It then moves to the horror of Indian boarding schools and forced assimilation, the ongoing violation of treaty rights and the prevalence of police violence and suicide on reservations.

The film ends with a testament to the healing taking place

across Native communities.

“Stories of Survival from Historical Trauma will help us to heal. However, it is our connections to our culture, traditions, and family that has allowed us to not only to survive but will allow us to thrive now... and forever,” said Kathy Broere (Blackfeet) who directed the

Browning Segment of the film.

Following its premiere, “Dodging Bullets” will be featured at the Thin Line Fest in Denton, Texas, Black Hills Film Festival in South Dakota and the Vision Makers Film Festival In Lincoln, Neb.

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Two of the greatest names in American music history, performing live together in one incredible show!

In a scene from “Dodging Bullets,” Rep. Keith Ellison speaks out at the University of Minnesota against racism.

“Dodging Bullets – Stories of Survival from Historical Trauma,” a documentary codirected by Native American and non-Native filmmakers will be screened at the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Film Festival.

“Dodging Bullets” screens Monday (April 16) at 7 p.m. at St. Anthony Main Theatre, 115 S.E. Main St., Minneapolis and Thursday (April 19) at 6:45 p.m. at Film Space, Founders Hall, Metro State University, 400 Maria Ave., St. Paul.

The documentary chronicles the impact of historical trauma on the lives of Native people, giving voice to their stories of survival and resilience in the face of multigenerational pain and grief.

Co-directed by a set of Native and non-Native filmmakers, the documentary makes clear that the trauma of colonization remains deeply embedded in Native communities.

“I made this film because I wanted to provide a window into the acts of historical trauma and actually humanize this term so that the non-Native public can understand it. It’s crazy to me how many nonNatives don’t know the story of how this country was created and how that history lives today,” said Bob Trench, who produced the movie. “We have to first and foremost address and reconcile America’s history and relationship with the first peoples of this land if we are to create a socially just future.

I hope this film, by building understanding, by making visible the invisible, helps forge a path toward that future.”

The documentary takes the viewer on a journey between the past and present, beginning with the derogatory stereotypes of racist mascots

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Runs through June 10 ‘Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax’ on stage at the Children’s Theatre Company

by Drew McOnie.

“We are thrilled to bring our audiences the U.S. premiere of ‘Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax,’ a powerful, witty and important story for all generations,” said Children’s Theatre

Company Artistic Director Peter Brosius. “We are excited to welcome the London production’s creative team to Minneapolis, and delighted that after our production the fabulous cast of Minnesota

actors will all travel to The Old Globe in San Diego. Our partnership with The Old Globe and The Old Vic further advances our mission of reaching multigenerational audiences both in our state

and across this country with extraordinary theatrical productions.”

Tickets for “The Lorax” can be purchased at www. childrenstheatre.org or by calling the ticket office at (612) 874.0400.

H. Adam Harris stars in the Children’s Theatre Company production of “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax.”

Children’s Theatre Company (CTC) together with The Old Globe (San Diego) in partnership with The Old Vic (London) present “Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax,” at CTC through June 10.

The musical is adapted for the stage with music and lyrics written by Charlie Fink (frontman/songwriter for the hit musical group, Noah and the Whale.

The musical had its U.S. premiere at CTC and following the Minneapolis run it will transfer to The Old Globe in San Diego.

H. Adam Harris, combined with Meghan Kreidler and Rick Miller puppeteering, plays The Lorax. Joining them is Steven Epp as The Once-ler.

Playing multiple roles in the ensemble are Ansa Akyea, Christopher Becknell, Stephanie Bertumen, Brian Bose, Ryan Colbert, Lynnea Doublette, Johannah “Joh” Easley, Rajané Katurah, Ryan Lear, Ryan Dean Maltz, Emily Michaels King and CTC Company

Member Autumn Ness.

“Dr. Seuss Enterprises is thrilled to see this fantastic show, which premiered at The Old Vic in London, make its way across the ocean to two theatres with whom we have longstanding relationships—Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis and The Old Globe in San Diego,” said Susan Brandt, President of Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P. “With continued headlines focused on environmental concerns such as deforestation, pollution, and melting ice caps, ‘The Lorax’s’ message is one that remains relevant and poignant almost 50 years after it was written. It is gratifying to see three of the world’s best theatres bring Ted Geisel’s important message about taking care of our planet and each other to the next generation of Seuss fans and naturalists.”

“Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax,” is directed by Max Webster (associate director at The Old Vic) with choreography

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