Music
Theater Latté Da, VocalEssence stage Leonard Bernstein's 'Candide' as the masterpiece it always was
REVIEW: A new staging helps audiences find the brilliance in Bernstein's misunderstood operetta.
Movies
Thriller 'Hummingbird Project' takes flight
Strong casting a big factor in its success.
Inspired
Mendota Heights personal trainer opens gym for athletes with special needs
Andrew Cameron elaborates on his inclusive vision for the soon-to-open Lions United Fitness Center.
TV & Media
Inspired
Minnesota food shelves add ingredients to adapt to diverse clientele
From injera to corn husks to venison, Minnesota food shelves are responding to diverse palates and preferences.
Music
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90-year-old queen of cabaret Marilyn Maye is coming to Minnesota
She's making a rare Minneapolis appearance this weekend at Crooners.
Inspired
Minneapolis middle schoolers go to D.C. to propose power grids of the future
Students from Justice Page Middle School presented their vision of a 22nd century power grid.
Home & Garden
Inspired
Chicago chaplain, 98, still brings her ministry to Illinois prisons every Sunday
"Queen Mother," 98, still ministers to Illinois prisoners every Sunday
Eat & Drink
Burger Friday: The famous La Belle Vie lamb burgers are back, at P.S. Steak
A classic Minneapolis bar snack has returned to its rightful address, in the beautiful lounge at 510 Groveland.
Variety
Beyond Yosemite: Five U.S. state parks worth a visit
Across the country, state parks can compete with national parks for beauty and recreation.
Music
Twin Cities concerts of the week: Oberst & Bridgers, Dan + Shay, Dessa & MN Orchestra
The big gigs for March 22-28, also including St. Paul & the Broken Bones, A Boogie Wit Day Hoodie, Katy Vernon and Mayda release parties and more.
Music
Where does the cult-loved album 'Pinkerton' fit with Weezer's rebounding hitmaker status?
The oddball, hard-rocking 1996 sophomore album has been ignored at other recent gigs, but apparently not out of contempt.
Music
Jennifer Lopez planning a 'Party' at Xcel Center on June 28
The singer and actress is celebrating her 50th birthday all summer long on tour.
Variety
Minnesota Orchestra to play 'Coco' soundtrack, Latin American works for Sommerfest 2019
Conductor Sarah Hicks will lead the world's first live orchestra version of Disney-Pixar's 2017 movie "Coco."
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