Friends,
We have news to share.
Since our founding in 1977 by students at Macalester College, Zeitgeist has gone through several transformations in personnel, instrumentation, programming, and performance venues. Flexibility and reimagining how we carry out our artistic work has played an important part of our longevity.
We are entering a new chapter in our story now with the immediate closure of Studio Z and the relocation of our home base to Red Wing. There are a number of factors that went into this change, including a significant decrease in Studio Z rentals by other artists since the pandemic, increasing difficulty with parking in Lowertown, and a shift in what our audiences and artists are able to deal with when it comes to building access, parking costs, and security. We’d like to thank Halverson and Blaiser Group, LTD, for working with us to terminate our lease.
Zeitgeist will continue to be as present in the Twin Cities as we have always has been. There are a series of concerts planned for this summer, and, going forward, Zeitgeist will perform in community venues throughout the metro area, making our concerts and events more accessible to a wider variety of audiences. We’re excited by the possibilities ahead of us and the opportunity to bring our work into new spaces and neighborhoods.
In the fall of 2024, we will establish Zeitgeist’s new creative home at the Anderson Center at Tower View in Red Wing. While we have already presented projects in Red Wing (“North”, “Crocus Hill Ghost Story”, and “Here and There”), we will be increasing our presence in communities in SE Minnesota with regular concerts and events, as well as by bringing our artistic collaborators and guests to the area.
We know this is a big change, and we hope you are as excited as we are about the possibilities this move offers, though we certainly understand that closing Studio Z represents a loss to the artists and audiences that loved to be there. We will miss it, too.
We’d love to hear your thoughts and questions about our move and we invite you to contribute your suggestions as we continue to serve the Twin Cities metro and begin ongoing programming in SE Minnesota. To connect with us, reach out to our executive director, Heather Barringer, at [email protected]. You can also comment on our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/zeitgeistnewmusic)
Moving forward, this website and our newsletter will be full of news of upcoming performances and opportunities as we unveil plans for our 2024-2025 season. Check in – we’re likely to be someplace near you!
We have news to share.
Since our founding in 1977 by students at Macalester College, Zeitgeist has gone through several transformations in personnel, instrumentation, programming, and performance venues. Flexibility and reimagining how we carry out our artistic work has played an important part of our longevity.
We are entering a new chapter in our story now with the immediate closure of Studio Z and the relocation of our home base to Red Wing. There are a number of factors that went into this change, including a significant decrease in Studio Z rentals by other artists since the pandemic, increasing difficulty with parking in Lowertown, and a shift in what our audiences and artists are able to deal with when it comes to building access, parking costs, and security. We’d like to thank Halverson and Blaiser Group, LTD, for working with us to terminate our lease.
Zeitgeist will continue to be as present in the Twin Cities as we have always has been. There are a series of concerts planned for this summer, and, going forward, Zeitgeist will perform in community venues throughout the metro area, making our concerts and events more accessible to a wider variety of audiences. We’re excited by the possibilities ahead of us and the opportunity to bring our work into new spaces and neighborhoods.
In the fall of 2024, we will establish Zeitgeist’s new creative home at the Anderson Center at Tower View in Red Wing. While we have already presented projects in Red Wing (“North”, “Crocus Hill Ghost Story”, and “Here and There”), we will be increasing our presence in communities in SE Minnesota with regular concerts and events, as well as by bringing our artistic collaborators and guests to the area.
We know this is a big change, and we hope you are as excited as we are about the possibilities this move offers, though we certainly understand that closing Studio Z represents a loss to the artists and audiences that loved to be there. We will miss it, too.
We’d love to hear your thoughts and questions about our move and we invite you to contribute your suggestions as we continue to serve the Twin Cities metro and begin ongoing programming in SE Minnesota. To connect with us, reach out to our executive director, Heather Barringer, at [email protected]. You can also comment on our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/zeitgeistnewmusic)
Moving forward, this website and our newsletter will be full of news of upcoming performances and opportunities as we unveil plans for our 2024-2025 season. Check in – we’re likely to be someplace near you!
Studio Z
Located in the heart of St. Paul’s Lowertown Arts District, Studio Z is a vibrant performance space managed by Zeitgeist. Studio Z hosts a variety of lively and eclectic music events, including Zeitgeist’s season series and performances by an exciting range of visiting musicians.
Studio Z is on the second floor of the Northwestern Building, at 275 East Fourth Street.
Directions
From the East: Head west on I-94 into downtown St. Paul and take the 6th Street exit. When the ramp splits, go to the left, following the signs for 6th Street. At the stoplight turn left onto Wall Street. The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
From the West: Head east on I-94 into downtown St. Paul and take the 7th Street exit (exit 242C). At the end of the exit ramp, go straight for three blocks (you'll now be on Wall Street). The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
From the South: Head north on I-35E into downtown St. Paul, and then merge onto I-94 East in downtown St. Paul. Take the 7th Street exit. At the end of the exit ramp, go straight for three blocks (you'll now be on Wall Street). The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
From the North: Head south on I-35E into downtown St. Paul and take the Wacouta Street exit. Go straight on Wacouta Street to 4th Street and turn left. The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
Public Transportation: Bus routes 21A, 63 or 70 will stop at the Farmer's Market near Broadway and East 4th Street. Walk on East 4th Street past the Farmers' Market to 275 E. 4th St. (the next block). The Metro Green Line stops at the Union Depot Station on East 4th Street and Wacouta. Continue one block on 4th Street to 275 E. 4th St. The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
From the East: Head west on I-94 into downtown St. Paul and take the 6th Street exit. When the ramp splits, go to the left, following the signs for 6th Street. At the stoplight turn left onto Wall Street. The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
From the West: Head east on I-94 into downtown St. Paul and take the 7th Street exit (exit 242C). At the end of the exit ramp, go straight for three blocks (you'll now be on Wall Street). The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
From the South: Head north on I-35E into downtown St. Paul, and then merge onto I-94 East in downtown St. Paul. Take the 7th Street exit. At the end of the exit ramp, go straight for three blocks (you'll now be on Wall Street). The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
From the North: Head south on I-35E into downtown St. Paul and take the Wacouta Street exit. Go straight on Wacouta Street to 4th Street and turn left. The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
Public Transportation: Bus routes 21A, 63 or 70 will stop at the Farmer's Market near Broadway and East 4th Street. Walk on East 4th Street past the Farmers' Market to 275 E. 4th St. (the next block). The Metro Green Line stops at the Union Depot Station on East 4th Street and Wacouta. Continue one block on 4th Street to 275 E. 4th St. The Northwestern Building is on the corner of 4th and Wall streets, across from the Farmers' Market.
Parking
Parking near Studio Z is available at parking meters and local parking lots.
Parking meters are available and are free after 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and all day Sunday ($1.50/hour M-S from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
There are several nearby parking lots. Click here for more details on locations and pricing. Parking in the Art Lot at 240 E. 4th St. (next to Lowertown Wine and Spirits) is $5 and the lots off of Prince Street are $2. Parking in the Lowertown Farmers' Market lot across the street is only available to the public when indicated at the entrance.
Parking is in high demand during Saint Paul Saints baseball games. The Union Depot lot off of Kellogg Avenue is $5 and most likely to have space available during games. Check the schedule to see when the Saints are playing at CHS Field.
Parking near Studio Z is available at parking meters and local parking lots.
Parking meters are available and are free after 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and all day Sunday ($1.50/hour M-S from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
There are several nearby parking lots. Click here for more details on locations and pricing. Parking in the Art Lot at 240 E. 4th St. (next to Lowertown Wine and Spirits) is $5 and the lots off of Prince Street are $2. Parking in the Lowertown Farmers' Market lot across the street is only available to the public when indicated at the entrance.
Parking is in high demand during Saint Paul Saints baseball games. The Union Depot lot off of Kellogg Avenue is $5 and most likely to have space available during games. Check the schedule to see when the Saints are playing at CHS Field.
