The traditionally male-dominated Japanese art form of Taiko drumming is undergoing a significant cultural transformation as more women from around the world take up the art. TaikoArts Midwest presents HERbeat at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, St. Paul, MN. 7:30p.m., February 29, 2020.
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