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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.

On 'the art of being alone'

On 'the art of being alone'

Being alone and being lonely are not the same thing, says author Olivia Laing. In her new book, "The Lonely City," she explores the role loneliness plays in art.

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A re-imagined 'Jane Eyre,' with more murder

A re-imagined 'Jane Eyre,' with more murder

Lyndsay Faye's new "Jane Steele" reimagines the classic Victorian heroine as a killer with a heart of gold, who refuses to settle for her historical lot and strikes out at men who try to abuse her.
by Bethanne Patrick

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Jim Harrison, 'Legends of the Fall' author, dies at 78

Jim Harrison, 'Legends of the Fall' author, dies at 78

The author -- who wrote more than three dozen books, including the novels "Dalva" and "True North" and many collections of poetry -- found freedom in the outdoors. He died Saturday in Patagonia, Ariz.
by Tom Vitale

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What does genius look like?

What does genius look like?

Cheadle wrote, directed and stars in the new film Miles Ahead, which sees a late-career Miles Davis struggle to reconnect with his muse. Read his extended conversation with Michel Martin.

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The Rolling Stones rock Cuba

The Rolling Stones rock Cuba

Rock'n'roll was banned for decades in Cuba. But in a sign of changing times, the legendary band played a two-hour show for hundreds of thousands in Havana.

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