When Storm Large first sang with the genre-defying band Pink Martini, she had four days to learn 10 songs in five different languages — and perform them all to sold out audiences at the Kennedy Center.
Arts & Culture
Juneau schools awarded $500,000 arts grant
The funding from the Margaret A. Cargill Foundation is for two years. Director of Teaching and Learning Ted Wilson says the funding could continue for up to 10.
The Secret To The Inuit High-Fat Diet May Be Good Genes
A new study on Inuit in Greenland suggests that Arctic peoples evolved genetic adaptations that allow them to get by mostly on seal blubber and meat without developing health problems.
Juneau roller derby team starts junior league
Roller derby is characterized by fast-paced bouts, slick moves and cheeky alter egos. Helmets are essential. But the raucous sport can be adapted for kids.
Alaska composer collaborates with Juneau jazz trio
Alaska jazz composer and trumpet player Yngvil Vatn Guttu kicks off the Alaska Original concert series Thursday @360.
First Library to Support Anonymous Internet Browsing Effort Stops After DHS Email
Used in repressive regimes by dissidents and journalists, Tor is considered a crucial tool for freedom of expression and counts the State Department among its top donors. But Tor has been a thorn in the side of law enforcement.
State promises more Yup’ik and Gwich’in voter assistance in settlement
“The choices that were made in the settlement open the door for Alaska Native access to the polls in a way that we have not seen before,” said attorney Natalie Landreth with the Native American Rights Fund.
Donation sheds light on Alaska Natives’ civil rights history
One particularly controversial figure in the documents spent half a century advancing Alaska Native causes. He’s the namesake of Sealaska Heritage Institute’s new William Paul Archives.
Actor and director discuss ‘Othello’ at Perseverance Theatre
It’s been seven years since Perseverance has done Shakespeare, but that’s ending this week as “Othello” opens.
Alaskan Book Review – “Character and Characters: The Spirit of Alaska Airlines”
This Alaskan book review feature a book by Robert J. Serling about the Seattle-based airline.