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Music
Minnesota Opera takes daring turn for 2018-19 season
ANALYSIS: Reprising the 2011 hit "Silent Night" is just one highlight from a season filled with new and obscure operas.
TV & Media
Bazinga! CBS comedy 'Young Sheldon' is making a 'Big Bang' of its own
TV's most promising freshman, "Young Sheldon," shoots to the head of the class.
Books
New noir 'Sunburn' shadows a dark affair
REVIEW: Laura Lippman offers a sizzling salute to James M. Cain.
TV & Media
KARE's McNiff leaving 'Sunrise' for new duties at station
He's being replaced by a morning show anchor from Calgary.
Variety
Still more plays-about-plays
Park Square Theatre and Jeffrey Hatcher join the plays-about-plays trend.
Music
David Bowie alumni band will ch-ch-change singers for Minneapolis show
Sidemen and vocalists bring evolving lineup for Celebrating David Bowie Tour to Minneapolis.
TV & Media
Stage & Arts
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They want to become 'The Daily Show' of Minnesota
Eighteen comedians walked into a room last week. Their goal? Crafting another funny episode of "Minnesota Tonight," a live monthly comedy show that takes a satirical spin through state politics and news.
Eat & Drink
British-inspired distillery to open in Mpls.; will specialize in 'Scotch-style' whisky
Royal Foundry Craft Spirits is expected to debut near International Market Square this spring.
Stage & Arts
Review: 'Vulcão' at Cowles Center showcases dynamic collaboration
Review: Dancers evoke the revelry and high spirit of the Brazilian Carnival.
Stage & Arts
Park Square update of 'Pirates' is see-worthy
Gilbert and Sullivan would likely appreciate this modernized spin.
Stage & Arts
Theater Latté Da hits the bull's-eye with 'Assassins' musical
Stephen Sondheim musical is moving and surprisingly funny.
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