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Arts and Culture

MPR News has you covered with news and stories about local art and culture happenings across Minnesota.

Art Hounds: Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what's exciting in local art. You can explore arts events here, or become an Art Hound today.

Cube Critics: Stay up to date with our weekly art and culture chats with MPR News’ Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle, Max Sparber, Aron Woldeslassie and guests. Listen to or read Cube Critics here

Art Reviews: Our arts team offers insight on the latest in theater, music, visual arts and more. We explore the breadth of creativity and innovation found throughout Minnesota, offering audiences a deeper understanding of the works and artists shaping our cultural landscape. Read more here.

Art Friend: Everyone needs an art friend. Art Friend is a new segment with our arts team. Art spaces can feel exclusive and art can be confusing, obtuse, and even boring. But, especially with the right context, everyone can be a critic. So let us be your guide- your Art Friend. Listen or read Art Friend stories here.

Our arts coverage is made possible in part by the Minnesota Legacy Amendment's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

'Transitions' explores the process of a mother's acceptance of her child's gender

'Transitions' explores the process of a mother's acceptance of her child's gender

First published in French in 2021 as “Journal d'Anne Marbot,” Élodie Durand's book is a welcome addition to the growing number of graphic novels exploring transgender and genderqueer identities.
by Tahneer Oksman

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Treasures destroyed and masterpieces in vaults: War's toll for art in Israel and Gaza

Treasures destroyed and masterpieces in vaults: War's toll for art in Israel and Gaza

After the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, curators in Israel raced to lock their most precious museum items into safe storage. In Gaza, the fighting has caused damage to more than 100 cultural landmarks.
by Jaclyn Diaz

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Pantone's color of the year is 'Peach Fuzz'

Pantone's color of the year is 'Peach Fuzz'

The color consultancy says the "gentle" peach tone highlights our desire for closeness, compassion and well-being. The orange-pink hue is meant to bring comfort and beauty to a digital world.
by Emma Bowman

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Art Hounds: Holiday recommendations

Art Hounds: Holiday recommendations

It’s a holiday line-up this week for Art Hounds. La Grande Bande presents a French Baroque Christmas in St. Peter and St. Paul this weekend, St. Croix Valley Chamber Chorale performs its Christmas concert this weekend in Stillwater, and Trekkies unite for the play “It’s an Honorable Life,” a Klingon take of the George Bailey classic, at Mounds Theatre in St. Paul. 
by Emily Bright

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‘We’re not hiding’: Trans Voices Cabaret debuts in Minneapolis

‘We’re not hiding’: Trans Voices Cabaret debuts in Minneapolis

Hal Sansone directs the Minneapolis Trans Voices Cabaret, a theater production featuring entirely transgender and nonbinary participants, highlighting diverse trans experiences and showcasing their talent in a politically supportive Minnesota.
by Sam Stroozas

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