89.3 The Current and the Citizens League Present "Policy and a Pint: Whose Art Is It Anyway?" March 20 at The Varsity Theater, Minneapolis

Mar 6, 2012

WHAT: In this age of effortless downloading, sampling, and copying--when music, advertising, social media and practically all forms of art feel like an endless mash-up of everything else-- who actually owns anything? Is free online distribution and use simply the best way for artists to build audience these days? If so, how does an artist make a living anymore?

For this installment of the Policy and a Pint series, 89.3 The Current host Steve Seel and guests---singer-songwriter Jeremy Messersmith, graphic designer Mike Davis from Burlesque of North America, and attorney Mick Spence---will sift through the changing landscape of copyright law and intellectual property.

About Policy and a Pint
"Policy and a Pint" is an ongoing series co-presented by Minnesota Public Radio's 89.3 The Current and Citizens League and is sponsored by Best Buy. The series' goal is to provide an informal setting for the public to come and discuss important policy issues with community leaders and thinkers.

Additional support for this event provided by Springboard For The Arts.

WHEN: Tuesday, March 20. Doors at 5:30, program begins at 6 p.m.

WHERE: The Varsity Theater, 1308 4th St. SE, Minneapolis

TICKETS: $10; $5 for students with valid ID.