Area Voices

Percussion gets the spotlight during Bemidji State's Percussion Ensemble concert at 7:32 p.m. on Dec. 4, 2025. Eric Sundeen joined “Area Voices” to discuss the upcoming performance.

White Earth Nation artist Kent Estey talks about the challenges artists face in making a business out of their art, his art history and his inspiration.

November is busy at BSU, with groups like the Symphonic Band and Trombone Choir giving concerts. Adjunct Professor Ryan Webber joined “Area Voices” to discuss the upcoming performances.

Bemidji Community Theater presents “Anne of Green Gables the Musical” Nov. 14-15 and Nov. 21-23, 2025. The director and stage manager for the production stopped by “Area Voices.”

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.

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.