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Raunchy rap video shot in Mpls. high school gym; district officials repulsed
Aspiring rapper rented gym, and raunchy results leave many upset.
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Stage & Arts
Ordway Center to stage Miranda's 'In the Heights' as it refocuses on original productions
The Ordway 2017 musical-theater slate announced Thursday sends a clear message: The St. Paul venue generally won't compete for touring Broadway shows.
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St. Paul to open renovated Palace Theatre for public 'sneak peek'
The event will include self-guided tours and a musical performance.
Movies
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How movies became the latest concert craze for Minnesota Orchestra
Orchestras across the country are banking on the popularity of film scores.
Stage & Arts
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Wizards behind the curtain make the Guthrie's 'Christmas Carol' fly
Come backstage at the Guthrie's "Christmas Carol" to see who really runs the show.
Eat & Drink
Red Cow owner's Red Rabbit opening soon in the North Loop
Here's a peek inside the new pizza-and-pasta restaurant and bar, set to open on Dec. 20.
Music
2016: R. Kelly opens up, then hangs up, in interview before Orpheum holiday concert
In an abbreviated phone chat, Chicago's ill-reputed R&B singer only wanted to talk about his new, sexed-up Christmas album.
Music
They'll be home for Christmas concerts: A guide to holiday shows by Minnesota's favorite acts
Your guide to holiday shows by Minnesota's enduring local acts.
Variety
At the holidays, Minnesotans want Christmas cookies. In Wisconsin — it's taco dip
State-by-state data shows that Minnesotans are tops in searching for cookie recipes.
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NBC's failed "Hairspray Live!" was a snark-along for viewers at home
Bafflingly bad production values and poor pairings flattened a telecast that still had its high-C moments
Eat & Drink
Plenty of new Twin Cities restaurant options filling void left by closings
In a year marked by endings, the Twin Cities dining scene has also recently witnessed a flood of newcomers. Here's a preview.
Music
How can Dylan inspire teens? Iron Range project is on the case
He won't be in Sweden for his Nobel Prize. Could his ''pre-existing commitment" be in Hibbing?
Eat & Drink
Diner alert: 7 new restaurants and a bakery to try
In a year marked by endings, the Twin Cities dining scene has also recently witnessed a flood of newcomers. Here's a preview.
Stage & Arts
Minn. Historical Society gets ready to settle Capitol art dispute
On Thursday, the 30-member executive council of the Minnesota Historical Society is expected to decide the future of six massive and priceless paintings that depict Minnesota soldiers in Civil War battles.
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The billionth Noel! This Minnesota Jew is tired of all the Christmas songs
I've spent dozens of holiday seasons politely smiling at the Salvation Army bell ringers and the random strangers who wish me "merry Christmas." They have no idea, nor any care, that I don't celebrate the holiday.
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