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The not-so tiny town of Chanhassen, Minnesota is home to one of the longest running dinner theater’s in the country. It began when Herbert and Carolyn Bloomberg, both lovers of Broadway shows, asked themselves, “Wouldn’t it be nice to have a little bit of Broadway in Chanhassen?” Now, four decades and over ten million visitors … [Read Transcript...]
(Episode 4) This episode looks at the many sides of Henry Hasting Sibley - trader, governor, and general. Exploring the Dakota War of 1862 is a production of ampers-Diverse Radio for Minnesota Communities. [Read Transcript...]
The Twin Cities is known for its rich theater tradition. The Centennial Showboat offers a unique way to enjoy classic performances. Producer Allison Herrera tells us that the floating theater is the modern take on a longstanding theater tradition. [Read Transcript...]
Long before the Norwegians settled in Minnesota, there were the French. From fur traders to early explorers, Frenchmen settled and made a life for themselves in the land of 10,000 lakes. The state flag and seal still honor their presence today. MN90 producer Allison Herrera tells us about L’Etoile du Nord. [Read Transcript...]
