New Picture Books from Perpich Library

July 16, 2026

The Perpich Library has a large, wonderfully diverse picture book collection for teachers to use in their classrooms. Every year we add several new titles. Here are a few of our favorites from this year! Click to see all of our newest…

Theater Educators and Directors Get a Crash Course in Tech and Design

July 2, 2026

On June 30th, theater directors, tech directors, and set builders from Hermantown to Mankato, Rogers to Red Wing, gathered at Monkey Wrench Productions in Golden Valley (and later at Perpich Center) for an intensive, hands-on workshop day focusing on a myriad of…

Strong Connections Made at Elementary & Middle School Theater Roundtable

June 17, 2026

On June 16th, elementary and middle school theater educators were together for more professional learning at Perpich Center.

The morning was devoted to sharing both their challenges and…

LGBTQ+ Plays and Musicals from Perpich Library

June 15, 2026

In celebration of Pride Month, the Perpich Library is proud to highlight some amazing LGBTQ+ plays and musicals. We have an extensive script collection at the Library, with many more LGBTQ+–themed plays for your perusal!

All items on this list are available at…

A Full-Circle Return for John Heimbuch (Theater 1996)

June 10, 2026

For John Heimbuch (Theater 1996), returning to Perpich Arts High School is more than a teaching opportunity; it’s an opportunity to return to the community that helped shape his artistic journey.

Earlier this spring, Heimbuch spent…

“Framed” & “Held Over Time” Alumni Exhibitions: Rediscovering the Stories Left Behind

June 1, 2026

A piece from the “Framed” Alumni Exhibition
Long after students have graduated and moved on to new places, careers, and creative pursuits, pieces of their artistic journey have remained at Perpich Arts High School. Pieces hanging quietly in hallways,…

James Allen Retires After 25 Years at Perpich

May 26, 2026

After 25 years of service at Perpich Arts High School, Music Instructor James Allen is preparing for his final sound check — though not necessarily his final performance. Allen’s last day at Perpich will be…

“I’m Working On It”: Taylor Gruye (Literary Arts 2008) Reflects on Work, Writing, and Resilience

May 19, 2026
Perpich Arts High School alum Taylor Gruye (Literary Arts 2008) has turned years of difficult jobs, strange workplace encounters, and hard-earned resilience into a new book, I’m Working On It: Still Professional After All These Years.

Taylor Gruye (Literary…

Perpich Arts High School Theater Department Presents “Classic Perpich Senior Projects” – Theater Capstone 2026

May 18, 2026

The Perpich Arts High School Theater Department closed out the year with its annual Senior Capstone performances on May 14th and May 15th, showcasing deeply personal and creatively ambitious projects developed by graduating returning seniors over the course of fourth quarter.

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