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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.

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.

Art briefs: Advocates rally for creative jobs lost during pandemic

Art briefs: Advocates rally for creative jobs lost during pandemic

Arts advocates gathered Tuesday at the state Capitol to rally for a bill to fund the rehiring of jobs lost in the creative sector during the pandemic; the Central Minnesota Arts Board announced the winners of its Individual Artists Awards; and the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Film Festival runs April 13-27 and will host a slate of films made in Minnesota.
by Max Sparber and Alex V. Cipolle

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Art Hounds: Grand Rapids show celebrates ‘keystone’ creatures in our environment

Art Hounds: Grand Rapids show celebrates ‘keystone’ creatures in our environment

The “Keystone Characters” created by Layl McDill range in size from massive and tiny in her exhibit at the MacRostie Art Center in Grand Rapids. Plus, two Twin Cities dance theater companies have shows. Collide Theatrical Dance Company’s “SKOL!” tells the story of a female Viking warrior, and Out on a Limb Dance Theater Company and School perform a new adaptation of Dr. Dolittle.
by Emily Bright

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Building off history: UMN symposium showcases queer culture through bandana art

Building off history: UMN symposium showcases queer culture through bandana art

The University of Minnesota is hosting a Queer and Trans Ecologies Symposium beginning March 23 and ending March 25. It will include panels and discussions, as well as showcase the national touring Queer Ecology Hanky Project.
by Alex V. Cipolle and Sam Stroozas

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'Reconnecting with the human': Minnesota podcast tackles humanity, womanhood and Islam

'Reconnecting with the human': Minnesota podcast tackles humanity, womanhood and Islam

As Ramadan approaches, observers ready themselves to pray, reflect and spend time with loved ones. The Digital Sisterhood podcast created in Woodbury, Minn., hopes to do just that.
by Cathy Wurzer, Alanna Elder and Amy Felegy

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Want to find ways to give back, celebrate and build community during Ramadan? Here’s a list of free and ticketed events across Minnesota

Want to find ways to give back, celebrate and build community during Ramadan? Here’s a list of free and ticketed events across Minnesota

Mosques and community groups across Minnesota are hosting several events to celebrate Ramadan, including interfaith dinners and special events for women and girls.
by Hibah Ansari

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'Like a living scrapbook': 'My Powerful Hair' is a celebration of Native culture

'Like a living scrapbook': 'My Powerful Hair' is a celebration of Native culture

Author Carole Lindstrom follows Caldecott-winning We Are Water Protectors with another children's book featuring Native culture. She says she hopes it helps kids "see themselves in a positive way."
by Elizabeth Blair

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Big names including Steve Buscemi, Conan O'Brien come out to honor Adam Sandler

Big names including Steve Buscemi, Conan O'Brien come out to honor Adam Sandler

Ben Stiller, Jennifer Aniston and Chris Rock were also among those in Washington, D.C. this weekend to celebrate Sandler, who worked on Saturday Night Live in the 1990s and moved on to films.
by Elizabeth Blair

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