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.

November 3, 2016 8:56 AM

Cubs fans celebrate championship with 'Go Cubs Go'

It was a song heard all night long in the streets of Chicago after the Cubs won their first baseball championship since 1908.

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November 3, 2016 6:02 AM

Prince's songs to be administered by Universal Music

Universal Music Publishing Group said it would "work closely with Prince's estate to develop new creative outlets for his music."

by The Associated Press

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November 3, 2016 4:00 AM

An Old West tale saddles up in 'News of the World'

Returning a kidnapped girl to her family becomes an adventure, in part because she doesn't want to go.

by Euan Kerr

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November 3, 2016 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: Ragamala Dance, Hmong fashion, dead poets

This week on Art Hounds, Ragamala Dance Company opens up its studios for "Ode to Navarathri."

by Marianne Combs

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November 2, 2016 12:12 PM

Lyricist Tim Rice recalls longtime admiration for Bobby Vee, whose funeral is today

One of the people mourning Vee's passing is Sir Tim Rice, the lyricist behind such musicals as "Jesus Christ Superstar," "Evita" and "The Lion King."

by Euan Kerr

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November 2, 2016 12:08 PM

'Tuck Everlasting' author Natalie Babbitt dies at age 84

Natalie Babbitt's classic novel, "Tuck Everlasting," was first published in 1975. It follows a girl who stumbles onto a mysterious family that's discovered the secret to eternal life.

by Associated Press

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November 2, 2016 8:55 AM

The hit '96 Tears' had humble roots

Today's Morning Edition music is from 50 years ago today when "96 Tears" by Question Mark and the Mysterians was number one on the Billboard pop chart.

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November 1, 2016 1:43 PM

Imagine you worked in a bookstore. What's the one book you'd recommend?

Play bookseller for a day: What's the one book you'd recommend to eager readers? Here are just a few of our favorites.

by Tracy Mumford

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November 1, 2016 1:13 PM

Alaskan 'Ice Monster' sparks imaginations online

An employee with the Bureau of Land Management in Alaska took a video of undulating ice in the Chena River -- and added a creepy soundtrack. Facebook users took care of the rest.

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November 1, 2016 9:33 AM

In 'Thanks for the Money,' comedian Joel McHale lampoons celebrity memoirs

McHale says the problem with the genre is a lot of celebrities don't have enough of a story to fill an entire book. ("My life certainly didn't.") So in "Thanks for the Money," he makes stuff up.

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