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Minnesota artist Anne Labovitz turns international communication into global artwork
After 100 conversations in five cities, she's still searching for more connections.
Minneapolis theater takes production of 'All Is Calm' to NYC — and earns raves
Theater Latte Da's "All is Calm" is a hit in New York City and around the world.
MPR's Bob Collins announces his retirement via Twitter
The long-time radio personality says poor health is an issue.
Massive 10-ton sculpture 'Nimbus' lands on Nicollet Mall Saturday
Atlanta-based artist Tristan Al-Haddad's work of art is complete.
Guthrie Theater hires Royal Shakespeare veteran as new production director
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Rebecca Cribbin spent nearly 21 years at the famed London troupe and the past two at the Dallas Theater Center.
Jayhawks, Suburbs, PaviElle, Chastity Brown all rolled onto one new KFAI 'Mixtape'
The new 18-track compilation is being issued as a $5 cassette to benefit the community radio station.
Garth Brooks to perform in the round May 4 at U.S. Bank Stadium
The country music megastar's last time in town was for his 11-show run at Target Center in 2014.
Minnesota arts organization for people with disabilities will close 'with grace'
After series of funding cuts, VSA Minnesota will shutter next year
Universal plans authorized fictitious film based on Prince's songs
No details have been announced but think "Mamma Mia," not "Purple Rain."
Trampled by Turtles, Railroad Earth top Blue Ox fest's 2019 lineup in Eau Claire
The bluegrassy musical camp-out will return June 13-15
Queen to offer 'Rhapsody' again at Xcel Center with Adam Lambert next August
The tour follows the success of the new biopic on the band's late iconic singer, Freddie Mercury.
No joke: Hootie & the Blowfish, 'Weird Al' announced as first Minnesota State Fair concerts of 2019
Darius Rucker is putting his old band back together for their first album and tour in more than a decade.
Minnesota musicians New Standards safe but 'shaken' in Anchorage quake
The group's two concerts in Alaska's biggest city were still in limbo as of midday Friday.
Conan O'Brien explains in Orpheum show why he should move to Minnesota
The late-night host charmed a Minneapolis audience during his appearance at the Orpheum Theatre.
Weekend anchor Cory Hepola announces departure from KARE 11
Hepola's wife, anchor Camille Williams, left the station last month.
Hugh Jackman to show his 'Other Side' in concert at Xcel Center next June
The Australian actor will be singing songs from "The Greatest Showman" and "Les Miserable" with an orchestra on tour.
Minneapolis upstarts Sister Species, Lena Elizabeth pair their album releases Thursday at the Cedar
Abby and Emily Astrul of Sister Species expand to an eight-piece band with horns on their second record.
Last call for JT's Jazz Implosion weekly gigs at Icehouse in south Minneapolis
Drummer JT Bates announced the end of his Monday night series, but he and the venue pledged to keep jazz alive there on other nights.
Charismatic Twin Cities actor Adam King dies at 63
Charismatic performer Adam King, 63, was known for his basso profundo and his dedication to theater.
What's on deck at Twin Cities shops for Record Store Day Black Friday 2018
Flashlight Vinyl is reopening, Down in the Valley hosts a J.S. Ondara in-store, and most places open at 9 a.m.