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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.

A passionate play, and other arts picks

A passionate play, and other arts picks

A convincing portrayal of a church in trouble holds lessons for people who believe, and people who don't; the lawyers from "Making a Murderer" make the case for reform.
by Eric Ringham

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Charles Bradley went from homeless to recording artist

Charles Bradley went from homeless to recording artist

Today's Morning Edition music is from Charles Bradley with "Changes" the title track from his new album. He will be performing tonight at First Avenue in Minneapolis.

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'Smoke' is a gloriously murky vision of the past

'Smoke' is a gloriously murky vision of the past

Dan Vyleta's new novel imagines an alternate Victorian England where ill deeds (and even ill thoughts) are made visible by vile black Smoke; it's a marker not just of personal worth but also class.
by Jason Heller

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Who was Joe Gould, and did he really write the world's longest book?

Who was Joe Gould, and did he really write the world's longest book?

Years ago, two New Yorker articles told the story of a Harvard dropout who claimed to be writing the longest book ever. Did he succeed? In 'Joe Gould's Teeth,' Jill Lepore tries to answer that question.

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A birthday celebration at Duluth Dylan Fest

A birthday celebration at Duluth Dylan Fest

Producers Dave Engen and Robert Jersak traveled to the festival over the weekend to talk to people about what the musician means to them.

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