Quinton Skinner

Quinton Skinner is the theater critic for City Pages. He is also the author of the novels 14 Degrees Below Zero and Amnesia Nights, as well as non-fiction books on fatherhood and rock 'n' roll.
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  • Final thoughts

    Editorial
    The theatrical impulse in our species seems to permeate so many aspects of our existence, once we begin looking for...
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  • Acting like a teacher

    Editorial
    The appointed hour arrives. The audience is seated facing the front of the room, poised in various postures of anticipation...
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  • The drama of the NBA

    Editorial
    The human theatrical impulse can be identified in professional sports, but not all of them. Pro football is far more...
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  • Court theater

    Editorial
    The stage is set for felony arraignments in a Hennepin County courtroom in Minneapolis’ Government Center. It’s a hushed environment...
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  • What if you reviewed church services?

    Editorial
    I’m aware that I’m not exactly blazing uncharted territory in noting the similarities between religious services and theater: the seating...
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  • A soothing and unsettling rite

    Editorial
    The human species’ first theatrical performance: the alpha male of a hunting expedition, spot-lit by the moon, stands on a...
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  • The Minnesota Way

    Editorial
    Editor's note: This article is presented in partnership with mnartists.org, offering "the public a new way to explore art...
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  • Live wire

    Editorial

    What is the state of play?

    First of all.

    We have to do something. Our immediate physical needs, and...

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