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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.

Red Lake Nation holds first indigenous food summit

Red Lake Nation holds first indigenous food summit

Hundreds of tribe members and others from around the region spent the weekend on the Red Lake Nation reservation in northern Minnesota learning how to grow and gather indigenous food
by John Enger

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Talking Volumes: Elizabeth Alexander on 'The Light of the World'

Talking Volumes: Elizabeth Alexander on 'The Light of the World'

As part of the 2016 Talking Volumes series, Kerri Miller talks with Pulitzer Prize finalist Elizabeth Alexander, author of "The Light of the World." The event was held September 15, 2016 at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul.
by MPR News Staff

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Will politics, social issues influence Emmy Awards outcome?

Will politics, social issues influence Emmy Awards outcome?

What do computer hackers, the divisive U.S. presidential campaign and racial tensions have to do with the Emmys? Possibly a lot, if TV academy voters favored shows plugged into modern anxiety when they cast ballots.

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Dwight Yoakam looks to the past -- and Prince

Dwight Yoakam looks to the past -- and Prince

Yoakam's latest album, Swimmin' Pools, Movie Stars..., is composed almost entirely of songs from his catalog. The only exception? A cover of "Purple Rain."

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Donald Glover explores a surreal feel in 'Atlanta'

Donald Glover explores a surreal feel in 'Atlanta'

Donald Glover is the creator and star of the new FX show Atlanta. He says he wanted to "give people a feeling that they can't really siphon or make into something else."

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'Virginia Woolf' playwright Edward Albee dies at age 88

'Virginia Woolf' playwright Edward Albee dies at age 88

Three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Edward Albee, who challenged theatrical convention in masterworks such as "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and "A Delicate Balance," died Friday, his personal assistant said
by Associated Press

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Playwright Edward Albee, who changed and challenged audiences, dies at 88

Playwright Edward Albee, who changed and challenged audiences, dies at 88

"All art should be useful," Albee said. "If it's merely decorative, it's a waste of time." The Pulitzer-winning playwright of Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? died Friday following a short illness.
by Jeff Lunden

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