Building a Creative Home
for Frogtown and Rondo
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November Artist Membership Meeting
Curious about becoming an artist member? Excited to get involved at 825? Come to our Artist Membership meeting at 825 Arts from 5-9pm on November 26th.
Email [email protected] for more information |
OUR PROGRAMS: DOUBLE DUTCH, IN PERSON MINECRAFT, AND MORE!
Rondo Double Dutch:
We’re thrilled to announce that the Rondo Double Dutch program is launching a new 12-week class at 825 Arts starting on September 11th! This fun and engaging all-ages program will run every Wednesday from 5:30-7PM until December 7th, when we’ll celebrate with a special showcase event. Classes are pay what you can: Register at https://tinyurl.com/825DoubleDutch2024 Curious about Rondo Double Dutch? Learn more here https://mizzmercedez.com/rondo-double-dutch |
FUN FRIDAYS WITH FAMILY & FRIENDS!Join us at 825 Friday afternoons for fun creative time with Family and Friends! This free program is a chance for adults and kids to hang out, make some art, be silly, and make new friends. We will provide art materials and some loose structured activities for everybody. Recommended for kids 4-11 and their caregivers. Please note- all kids will need an adult caretaker.
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Minecraft At 825!
Our in person Minecraft program has EVERYTHING: computers for free use, helpers to assist with difficult builds, snacks, and a build space for every type of creative! Come build with us every Saturday from 10:30am-12pm. Excited? Let us know you're coming at https://tinyurl.com/825MCIP24, as spots are limited (though walk-ins are welcome, space allowing).
Can't make it in person? Join our server from anywhere in the world; just log in to Minecraft and go to 825arts.exaroton.me In person programming is pay-what-you-can. All proceeds go to 825 Arts, and scholarships are available. |
SHOWS AT 825
NAME CHANGE: 825 Arts!
ARTIST OF THE MONTH:
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Bring Your Kids! The Comedy Variety show for kids and their grown ups! Perfect for ages 5 until they're too old for this sort of thing. Featuring comedians, musicians, and you! Kids - Bring a joke to tell! Grown ups - I hope you like jokes.
Nov 30th and December 21st at 3pm Get tickets at: tix.gobo.show/events/event/KUXGDNb3N9AgH4H9r1N1 We’re pleased to announce it’s official! The Victoria Theater Arts Center is now 825 Arts! This name change comes from long deliberation and planning, in order to distance ourselves from the colonial legacy of Queen Victoria while acknowledging our place in the community.
You can learn more about the board’s decision, and the relevance of Queen Victoria to our old name HERE. A new website, at 825Arts.org, is forthcoming, and we'll keep you updated every step of the way as we continue to grow in our community. Jaz GaLaC Davison is a horror artist, cosplayer, and haunted house host! Below is a short bio.
What inspires you to create? Jaz GaLaC Davison’s inspiration to create stems from a deeply personal tragedy—the loss of his mother in a tragic accident when he was just seven years old. His memories of her, particularly of watching horror movies together, became a source of comfort. His mother’s love for horror films like Child’s Play 2 and Candyman 2 shaped his artistic focus. As a child, he found solace in drawing horror characters like Jason, Chucky, Freddy, and Candyman. Eventually, Michael Myers became his favorite, as the character’s association with Halloween, which was his mother’s birthday, resonated with him on a deep emotional level. When did you become an artist? Jaz’s journey as an artist began at a young age, drawing from sadness as a way to cope with the loss of his mother. Over time, he honed his craft, evolving from simply sketching characters to creating Myers-designed shirts and cosplay collections. It’s up to the viewer to decide if his artistic path began in his childhood or when he started investing serious time, effort, and money into his craft. Where are you from? Jaz hails from the great Rondo community in Old St. Paul, MN. The history and resilience of Rondo play a significant role in shaping his artistic identity. Who is your favorite artist? Jaz is inspired by a trio of influential figures: 1. Mark Callaway (The Undertaker) – For his ability to portray a powerful, unstoppable character that made people believe in his presence. 2. Akira Toriyama – The creator of the Dragon Ball franchise, whose storytelling and artistic mastery in manga and anime has motivated multiple generations. 3. Tracy “T-Mac” McGrady – Jaz considers T-Mac his favorite basketball player of all time, admiring his artistry on the court as much as any visual artist’s work. These three figures embody the power, creativity, and impact Jaz seeks to channel through his own artistic expression. |
