Resolution of The City of Minneapolis

By Council Members Schiff, Ostrow, Gordon, Hofstede, Johnson, Samuels, Lilligren, Goodman, Glidden, Remington, Benson, Roy and Hodges

Honoring

Patrick’s Cabaret

     WHEREAS, Minneapolis has a tradition of appreciation and affection for the arts, and understands the importance of artistic expression to our urban environment, cultural fabric, community well-being and economic success; and

     WHEREAS, since its conception in 1986, Patrick's Cabaret is a unique, community-oriented performance venue in Minneapolis, providing a space for a diverse range of artists, including artists of color, GLBT/queer-identified artists and those with disabilities; and

     WHEREAS, original works created and first presented at Patrick's Cabaret have gone on to stages on every continent, except Antarctica; and

     WHEREAS, Patrick's Cabaret has had the chutzpah and vision to present internationally acclaimed artists such as Lia Rodriguez from Rio de Janiero, Isaac Julien of London and Ron Athey of Los Angeles; and

     WHEREAS, Patrick's Cabaret has been a vital part of the Whittier neighborhood, where it was first housed, and then for 10 years in the Phillips neighborhood, and now the Longfellow Community, hosting community meetings, workshops and classes with a focus of community building and encouraging the arts; and

     WHEREAS, the spirit of Patrick's Cabaret has always reflected global struggles for justice, equality, self determination, and the value of community; and

     WHEREAS, to celebrate their 20th anniversary, Patrick's Cabaret is bringing together an all star cast of friends from around town and around the world on April 21st, 22nd, 28th and 29th;

Now, Therefore Be It Resolved

By The City Council of the City of Minneapolis:

That we thank the artists who have contributed their talents to our community and proclaim April 21, 2006,

Patrick’s Cabaret Day

In The City of Minneapolis

Passed, April 14, 2006

Signed by:

Barbara Johnson, President of the Council

Approved: R.T. Rybak, Mayor

Attest: Merry Keefe, City Clerk