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Variety
February 20
BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet plays the Parkway Theater on Thursday in Minneapolis.

The 14 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Stage & Arts
February 16
A meditation-cum-performance, Bill Irwin shares his lifelong obsession with Irish dramatist Samuel Beckett in his solo show, “On Beckett.”

Tony winner Bill Irwin brings solo Samuel Beckett show to Minneapolis' Guthrie Theater

The masterful mime is marrying clowning to the stark works of the Irish dramatist.
Stage & Arts
February 15
Sámi artist Tomas Colbengtson & Swedish artist Stina Folkebrant stand in front of Folkebrant's drawing of reindeer at the American Swedish Institute.

Three Indigenous art exhibitions signal a shift in the Twin Cities

Concurrent shows at American Swedish Institute, the University of Minnesota and All My Relations Gallery point toward Indigenous futures in art.
Stage & Arts
February 15

Don't look at the art: Taste it, touch it, smell it or just listen at the Weisman Art Museum

The exhibition "The Other Four" considers art that focuses on every sense but sight.
Local
February 14

Photo gallery of "The Other Four" at the Weisman Art Museum.

The exhibition "The Other Four" at the Weisman Art Museum explores artwork that deals with senses other than sight.
Variety
February 13
Mark Benninghofen as Henry Drummond, left, and Andrew Long as Matthew Harrison Brady in Peter Rothstein's "Inherit the Wind" at Asolo Repertory Theatr

Peter Rothstein's staging talent and moxie continue in Florida

The artistic director's touch at Sarasota's Asolo Rep is just as distinct as it was at Minneapolis' Latté Da.
Music
February 13
Shruthi Rajasekar will perform her work "Parivaar – A Celebration of Community as Family" on Sunday at Ordway Concert Hall in St. Paul

Shruthi Rajasekar performs her new work 'Parivaar' as part of the Schubert Club Mix

Rajasekar curated the concert series and has made it a celebration of Minnesota's vibrant South Asian artistic community and the many musicians who have guided her along the way.
Variety
February 13

The 16 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Stage & Arts
February 12
Choreographer Darrius Strong performed with other dancers from Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre Saturday and Sunday in "The Conference of the Birds" at

Review: Zorongo Flamenco's performance sends a fitting message to soon-to-close Cowles Center

"Conference of Birds" had not only a captivating story but also wonderful solo pieces and music.
Stage & Arts
February 8
From left, Christian Borle, Adrianna Hicks and J. Harrison Ghee perform with the ensemble in "Some Like It Hot" on Broadway.

4 recent Tony winners plus Prince musical 'Purple Rain' on tap for Minneapolis' new Broadway season

Hennepin Theatre Trust's 11-title roster includes "Kimberly Akimbo," "Some Like It Hot," "Parade" and "Life of Pi."
Stage & Arts
February 7
From left, Jalynn Steele (Tanya), Christine Sherrill (Donna) and Carly Sakolove (Rosie) are forces of nature as Donna and the Dynamos in the fun 25th

Review: Beneath its spandex and scuba gear, 'Mamma Mia!' offers unexpected insights at the Orpheum

Joshua Campbell, who acted in the Las Vegas production, joins in reviewing the staying power of the ABBA musical.
Stage & Arts
February 7
When directing "The Mood Room," Big Dance Theater's Annie-B Parson found the process of working with a fashion designer, set designer and a person in

Annie-B Parson explores despair, regret and self-absorption in Walker-commissioned 'Mood Room'

Big Dance Theater's artistic director says she was going for the opposite of improvisation in the work.
Variety
February 7
Olivia Oltmanns of Shakopee plays Elsa from "Frozen II" in "Disney On Ice."

Three Minnesota skaters return home for 'Disney on Ice' spectacular

They will play Raya, Elsa and Snow White at the Target Center show.
Stage & Arts
February 6
FILE - In this Feb. 18, 1985 file photo, Prince performs at the Forum in Inglewood, Calif. A year after Prince died of an accidental drug overdose, hi

Prince musical 'Purple Rain' to premiere in Minneapolis before moving to Broadway

The show will play multiple weeks at the State Theatre, a block from a Prince mural and two blocks from First Avenue.
Variety
February 6
The 12 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

The 12 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week

Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Stage & Arts
February 2
The cast of "Crazy for You" perform George and Ira Gershwin's "Stiff Upper Lip" at Artistry in Bloomington.

Review: Artistry's 'Crazy for You' brings touches of Broadway to Bloomington

Ben Bakken's stylish production of this Gershwin musical gets a lush staging with Anita Ruth's 20-piece orchestra.
Stage & Arts
February 1
Art Shanty Projects celebrated one weekend of fun on ice before closing early because of warm temps, deteriorating ice.

Art Shanty Projects close after one week because of warm temperatures, melting ice

The annual winter art event was postponed for one week because of weather conditions.
Stage & Arts
February 1
Greta Oglesby and Dennis Spears in the stage memoir "Handprints," which is being staged at St. Paul's History Theatre through Feb. 18.

Review: In History Theatre's 'Handprints,' Greta Oglesby converts hurt to honey

Richard Thompson's direction adds layers and depth to her memory play.
Stage & Arts
January 31
The Cowles Center opened as a venue devoted to dance and performing arts in 2011 in downtown Minneapolis. Sally Rousse, choreographer and co-founder o

Cowles Center in downtown Minneapolis cancels dance performances after losing funding

Educational and community programs will continue through the end of the 2023-24 school year in May.
Stage & Arts
January 30
A University of Minnesota archaeological team discovered ancient items during a 1928 dig.

New rules on the display of Native objects don't affect Minnesota museums and historical societies

Recent updates to the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA) accelerate returns of any human remains

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