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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.

'The Trial of Lizzie Borden' adds fodder to the murder case's mystery

'The Trial of Lizzie Borden' adds fodder to the murder case's mystery

Who killed the Bordens more than 100 years ago remains unsolved. Like a lawyer, author Cara Robertson lays the facts and evidence before us, occasionally pointing towards the biases of the day.
by Ilana Masad

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Appetites: New black-owned restaurants create soul food scene in Twin Cities

Appetites: New black-owned restaurants create soul food scene in Twin Cities

The Twin Cities has never been known as a good place to get soul food, but some dedicated entrepreneurs are making the local food scene take note of an unusual-to-Minnesota phenomenon: black-owned food businesses serving both classic and innovative takes on black cooking.
by Tom Crann and Kyle Shiely

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After 30 seasons, Frank Theatre's 'not done yet'

After 30 seasons, Frank Theatre's 'not done yet'

With no permanent home, the theater company has built a loyal, mobile audience that likes to be challenged.
by Euan Kerr

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Are women finally gaining power in Hollywood?

Are women finally gaining power in Hollywood?

"Captain Marvel" revealed an appetite for good movies with strong female leads. But Hollywood still has a ways to go to achieve equity.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Michelle Obama's book tour stops in St. Paul on Wednesday night

One woman who got tickets for herself and her entire book club as soon as they went on sale is Sheletta Brundidge, co-host of the "Two Haute Mamas" podcast. Brundidge talked with MPR News host Cathy Wurzer about why she's going to the event.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Mariah Carey finally plays her own Twin Cities show

Mariah Carey performs at the State Theatre in Minneapolis on Wednesday night. It will be the first time that the 49-year-old singer, who has scored 18 number one hits, will headline a solo concert in the Twin Cities.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Just 'Follow this Thread': You're meant to get lost in this book about mazes

Just 'Follow this Thread': You're meant to get lost in this book about mazes

Henry Eliot's book takes twists and turns through history, philosophy, myth and pop culture. He says mazes are just like life -- except that at the end you can turn around and do it all over again.
by Ari Shapiro

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Meet the lagoon's forgotten lady and see 'the strangest movie never made'

Meet the lagoon's forgotten lady and see 'the strangest movie never made'

'The Lady from the Black Lagoon' tells the story of Milicent Patrick, who designed the Creature's monster suit. 'Giraffes on Horseback Salad' was a Marx Brothers script scenario written by Salvador Dali.
by Maureen Corrigan

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