Comedian Mary Mack makes her return to Bemidji for a comedy hour at 7 p.m. on Nov. 7, 2025, at the Rail River Folk School.

The $5,000 grant from the Region 2 Arts Council is intended to allow Indigenous creatives from Northern Minnesota the opportunity to further their work.

Brainerd Community Theater presents “Dracula A Comedy of Terrors” Oct. 23-Nov. 1, 2025. Director Amy Borash and producer Joey Yow joined “Area Voices” to discuss the production.

Artist Cheyenne Renee is traveling across the United States creating 50 different murals for the 50 different states. She selected Remer for her Minnesota location and talked with “Area Voices” about the mural and the overall project.

Heartland Symphony Orchestra’s fall concerts “Opening Nights” are Oct. 11-12, 2025, and will feature the world premiere of “Radiant” by Kyle Brown and “The Lark Ascending” by Ralph Vaughn Williams.

The Bigfork art center is one of 10 venues to host in 2025. The event will have a meal, community discussions and a sketch comedy performance from Danger Boat Productions.

Central Lakes College in Brainerd’s poetry program Verse Like Water features renowned national poets. Jeff Johnson, director of Verse Like Water, joined “Area Voices” to discuss the upcoming season.

Working with Crossing Arts Alliance, the libraries offer art kits to visitors. Allison Royce, regional programs coordinator, joins “Area Voices” to share more.

Aurora Center for the Arts is hosting UpNorth LitFest Sept. 25-26, 2025, in Fosston. Bonnie Stewart joined “Area Voices” to discuss the guests hosting workshops.

Actor Kevin Cease joins “Area Voices” to talk about how long he’s been planning his one-man show and what audiences can expect ahead of his performances Sept. 12-14, 2025, in Bemidji.