In April 2024, TruArtSpeaks Explored Hip Hop and The Black Diaspora in Cuba with Maia Maiden Productions hosted by Son Dos Alas. This recap features a poetic reflection from Poet and Executive Director, Tish Jones. Video captured by BairStories for TruArtSpeaks. Visit our website for educational modules related to the trip.
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“Sound Off: Movement Music from MN” a curated experience from TruArtSpeaks Artists and friends as part of the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts’ Arts Across America series.
Hieu Minh Nguyen performs at the 2018 Send Off for Be Heard.
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A $12.6 million regional initiative of America’s Cultural Treasures will provide new funding for Black, Indigenous, Latinx, and Asian American-led arts organizations.
Featured in Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation’s Art In This Present Moment
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"American Composers Forum (ACF) is excited to announce “Liberation! Lifting up our Youth:”a multi-part residency led…
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“TruArtSpeaks has provided us all with a blueprint for how to invest in young leaders, provide meaningful mentorship, and address community needs in an authentic and equitable way.”
Alexei “Crescent Moon” Moon CasselleArtist
“What I learned from TruArtSpeaks also aided me when dealing with interpersonal conflict, addressing complex systems of oppression, and everything in between. When I was away from Minneapolis, I could always reach out for support. When I returned, I was welcomed with open arms.”
Isha CamaraAlum
“TruArtSpeaks does exactly what their name implies—provide space, support, an opportunity for BIPOC artists, young and old, to speak their truth. They’ve given me opportunities to share my voice on stages, teach my craft, and share knowledge with other artists—experiences that undoubtedly contributed to my success as a ‘working artist.”
Mychal “MycDazzle” BatsonArtist