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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.

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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.

'Dirty Diana' topped charts 30 years ago

It was the fifth song from his album "Bad" to top the charts, which was a record for one album.
by MPR News Staff

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Confused in midlife? You're in good company with 'The Cost of Living'

Confused in midlife? You're in good company with 'The Cost of Living'

Deborah Levy thought her life would slow down at 50, but instead, it became "faster, unstable, unpredictable." Critic Maureen Corrigan says Levy's memoir is a "smart, slim meditation on womanhood."
by Maureen Corrigan

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With 'Leave No Trace,' Debra Granik again makes her mark

With 'Leave No Trace,' Debra Granik again makes her mark

Her previous film, "Winter's Bone," won her Oscar nominations and launched a Hollywood star.
by Euan Kerr

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Art Hounds: The activist art of Ricardo Levins Morales

Art Hounds: The activist art of Ricardo Levins Morales

Plus, Art Hounds recommend BodyCartography Project at Weisman Art Museum and First Friday Art Nights in Northfield.
by Marianne Combs

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'How To Be Famous' says: Don't hide your love away

'How To Be Famous' says: Don't hide your love away

Caitlin Moran's new novel, the second installment in the adventures of teen rock critic Dolly Wilde, is a dirty, jolly, book-length defense of teenage enthusiasm -- for music, sex and life in general.
by Annalisa Quinn

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Read 'The Cabin at the End of the World' and you won't sleep for a week

Read 'The Cabin at the End of the World' and you won't sleep for a week

Paul Tremblay's new novel is the best (and scariest) kind of horror -- the quiet, believable kind of story that doesn't involve possessed dolls or body doubles, and could absolutely happen to you.
by Jason Sheehan

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When Fido is frightened by fireworks, try these 4 tricks

When Fido is frightened by fireworks, try these 4 tricks

We may enjoy fireworks, but the loud displays disturb some pets. Social media is buzzing this year with pleas from dog owners to curtail the celebration to help out our furry friends. Here's some ways to help your frightened pet.
by Tom Crann

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Janelle Monae coming to State Theatre in Minneapolis

The Twin Cities visit will be bittersweet because of her memories of Prince. In the last years of his life, he was her mentor.
by MPR News Staff

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'The Shades' is both psychological study and taut thriller

'The Shades' is both psychological study and taut thriller

Evgenia Citkowitz's new novel follows a family attempting to put their lives back together after a loss. The Halls hope their newly purchased country retreat will help -- but things soon go awry.
by Michael Schaub

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When a stagehand gets hurt, who pays?

When a stagehand gets hurt, who pays?

Many theaters classify their backstage staff as independent contractors, a practice the stagehands want changed.
by Marianne Combs

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