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Events, screenings and gatherings from the PRN Alumni Foundation — streaming and in person.

Now streaming

Celebrating 30 Years of Emancipation

A conversation with the creators, collaborators and family

The full panel discussion with the artists, musicians and collaborators who helped bring Emancipation to life — hosted by Andrea Swensson, with Hans-Martin Buff, Walter Chancellor, Jr., Steve Durkee, Andre Cymone, Kat Dyson, Mayte Garcia, Shane Keller, Jacqui Thompson and Mike Scott.

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RECORDED LIVE · OCTOBER 24, 2026 · VIRTUAL EVENT — NOW AVAILABLE ON DEMAND

Watch the recording

The complete Emancipation panel, recorded live on October 24, 2026, streaming on demand. Watch it here for $20 — the conversation runs the full evening, with the creators, collaborators and family who made the album.

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PRN Alumni Meet and Greet

Announced May 28, 2026 — the alumni family, together in one room. The announcement flyer:

PRN Alumni Meet and Greet flyer

From past events

2017

30 Years of Paisley Park

Alumni gathered to mark thirty years of Paisley Park — attendees shared their memories of the place and the man.

From the archive →

2017

Foundation launch fundraiser

The foundation launched with a royal fundraiser starring R&B group King, a silent auction, and alumni panel discussions at the Capri Theater (Star Tribune).

From the archive →

2018

“Prince From Minneapolis” Symposium — April 18, 2018

The foundation took part in the University of Minnesota symposium on Prince's life and work, with alumni stories on stage.

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2018

Funk 'n' Roll Weekend — October 2018

The second annual weekend honoring Prince, with Maceo Parker headlining Thursday night at Aria in Minneapolis' North Loop.

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2020

Clare Fischer × Prince — June 6, 2020

A curated panel on Prince and his orchestral string arranger Dr. Clare Fischer, and their 32-year working relationship.

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2020

“She's Always In My Hair” — August 2020

The ladies of Prince's NPG band in their first public conversation.

From the archive →

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