Arts and Culture

Art Hounds: From MPR News, Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what's exciting in local art. Want to be an Art Hound? Submit here or listen or read the stories here.

Cube Critics: Weekly art and culture chats with MPR News’ Jacob Aloi, Alex V. Cipolle, Max Sparber, Aron Woldeslassie and guests. Listen or read here.

Reviews: Our dedicated reviewers offer 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 the reviews here.

Art Friend: Everyone needs an art friend. Introducing Art Friend from MPR News, a new segment with the MPR News arts team. Art spaces can feel exclusive and art can be confusing, obtuse, 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 the stories here.

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

December 19, 2015 7:00 AM

Art project using St. Paul vapor plume enters 2nd phase

During "Solar Systems" phase, colored lights will react to flares and sunspots.

by Euan Kerr

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December 19, 2015 12:00 AM

Conductor Kurt Masur, leader of orchestras in New York and beyond, dies

Kurt Masur, the German conductor whose career spanned from leading an orchestra in East Germany to more than a decade of reshaping the New York Philharmonic, has died at age 88.

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December 18, 2015 1:44 PM

The story of the hidden bootlegger's manual

The book's outside cover boasted poems by a disgraced writer. But inside were page after page of handwritten recipes for alcohol -- the secretly preserved know-how of a Prohibition-era doctor.

by Angus Chen

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December 18, 2015 11:10 AM

Medical examiner: Scott Weiland died from toxic mix of drugs

The former Stone Temple Pilots frontman was found dead on his tour bus in Bloomington on Dec. 3.

by The Associated Press

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December 18, 2015 10:13 AM

5 books to read to better understand Islam

From the history of the Quran to a biography of the prophet Muhammad, these books answer some of the most frequently asked questions about Islam.

by MPR News Staff

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December 18, 2015 8:58 AM

Keith Richards has had a good year

Rolling Stones' Keith Richards has had a good year as he turns 72 today.

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December 18, 2015 7:43 AM

Minnesota couple weds at 'Star Wars' premiere

Anthony Nygren told his bride that he promised to be faithful "like Chewbacca to your Han Solo," while Megan Thompson promised to never to talk like Jar-Jar Binks.

by The Associated Press

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December 18, 2015 12:00 AM

Photos: Dressing for the occasion on 'Star Wars' opening night

As the new "Star Wars" movie opened Thursday night, many came dressed for the occasion.

by Jackson Forderer

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December 17, 2015 8:55 AM

American Scarecrows to play Cedar Cultural Center

American Scarecrows will play Cedar Cultural Center, and since it's Christmas time, maybe they'll play "Snoopy's Christmas."

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December 17, 2015 6:30 AM

N.W.A. joins quartet of 1970s hitmakers in rock hall

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame announced Thursday that Los Angeles rappers will be inducted, along with Cheap Trick, Deep Purple and Steve Miller.

by The Associated Press

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