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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.

Looking for love? You'll find it in 2024 in these 10 romance novels

Looking for love? You'll find it in 2024 in these 10 romance novels

Who says romance is reserved for Valentine's Day? Love stories are a treat to be savored year-round. Here are some of the best romance novels hitting the shelves in the first half of the year.
by Kalyani Saxena

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Art Hounds: Gospel, community and a talking house

Art Hounds: Gospel, community and a talking house

The Shubert Club Mix presents Shruthi Rajasekar, “The Sound of Gospel” at the Cowles Center and the solo clowning show “Honey, I’m Home.”
by Emily Bright and Max Sparber

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Carbon Sound's Julian Green and Sanni Brown on HEART BEATS and the Minnesota music scene

Carbon Sound's Julian Green and Sanni Brown on HEART BEATS and the Minnesota music scene

Content Director Julian Green and Host Sanni Brown joined MPR News with Angela Davis to talk about their newest work spotlighting DJ mixes and local musicians. 
by Angela Davis and Gretchen Brown

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Move over, senior center — these 5 books center seniors

Move over, senior center — these 5 books center seniors

These books, including Roxana Robinson's “Leaving,” which came out on Tuesday, all concern older women — some in their 60s, others in their 90s — who fully intend to enjoy all their years.
by Heller McAlpin

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