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Stage & Arts
March 29
Nubia Monks, center, headlines as Celie in Theater Latte Da's production of "The Color Purple."

Review: Theater Latte Da's 'Color Purple' marries brutality with artistry

Nubia Monks and Angela Wildflower shine in an elegant production slated to transfer to New York.
Music
March 29
The cover image of “Act ll: Cowboy Carter” by Beyoncé.

Review: 7 first impressions of Beyoncé's new 'Cowboy Carter' album

It's not a country record but an often appealing gumbo of musical styles tossed into a Queen Bey blender.
Music
March 29
Music icon Peter Frampton.

Despite crippling disease diagnosis, rock star Peter Frampton comes alive again

Eyeing a spot in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, he heads to Minneapolis with revamped guitar moves.
March 28
Yee Lee, left, and her husband Bryan Johnsen pose for a portrait in the retaining wall feature with a 6-foot waterfall, spiral staircase and bridge th

Gallery: Champlin beautiful garden winner

The backyard garden of Yee Lee and Bryan Johnsen photographed on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023 in Champlin, Minnesota.
Minneapolis
March 28
Jerry Baack, CEO of Bridgewater Bank, returned a shot as he and Alex Bisanz played a match against Tony Ferraro, left, and Katie Morrell at the Minnea

Pickleball craze breathes new life into old downtown Minneapolis office buildings

After a major tenant bailed, Mike Marinovich transformed the second floor of 1200 Washington Av. S. into the sound-proof Minneapolis Pickleball Club, and it's beckoning people back to the city.
Home & Garden
March 28
The kitchen is the heart of the home. Taking some time to organize it efficiently will pay dividends.

Think spring with these 10 quick and easy home projects

Get spring started on the right foot with these small tasks that count for a lot.
Inspired
March 28

How you can help

The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
TV & Media
March 28
Minnesota Twins Joe Mauer before entering his retirement press conference at Target Field. ] CARLOS GONZALEZ ï cgonzalez@startribune.com ñ N

Joe Mauer makes brief appearance on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'

The Hall of Famer plugged his new book alongside co-author Joe Schmit.
Variety
March 28
At the start of "We Were the Lucky Ones," the Kurc family celebrates Passover in Radom, Poland, on the eve of World War II. From left, Nechuma (Robin

Review: Hulu's 'We Were the Lucky Ones' is an absorbing family drama with the Holocaust as backdrop

It's not emotionally wearing but still makes you feel for the characters.
Variety
March 28

Streetscapes

Star Tribune writers showcase Minnesota architecture.
Variety
March 28
An upward look at Ramp C in Minneapolis.

Parking ramps are ugly — but we need more of them in downtown Minneapolis

What if any new ramp could be designed to enhance the city, not just store cars?
Taste
March 28
A portrait of author George Sorensen, whose upcoming book "Hot Dish Confidential" was set in Minneapolis.

Former Minnesotan's book offers lessons in cooking, writing and adventure

"Hot Dish Confidential" chronicles an author's journey to becoming a gourmand with help of friends and poison control. He'll be in town soon.
Variety
March 28
From left, Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall and Kaylee Hottle in a scene from "Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire."

Review: 'Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire' is a different beast that's fun but tiresome

The movie features stellar actors and one too many monsters.
Stage & Arts
March 28
Julie Andrews

From Minnesota to Broadway: Here are 7 shows that launched in the land of 10,000 lights

The Twin Cities also has been a jumping-off point for noted national tours.
Home & Garden
March 28
Photos by Jim Williams 2. An Eastern bluebird heads to his nest with one of hundreds of daily insect meals.

Even common birds like the bluebird are full of mysteries

Despite conveniently nesting in manmade nest boxes, there are still lots of areas to study for Eastern bluebirds.
Books
March 28
photo of author Lydia Millet

Lydia Millet celebrates family and our green world in 'We Loved It All'

NONFICTION: An acclaimed novelist shares scientific and personal concerns.
Eat & Drink
March 28
The Pão burger on the bar at Hola Arepa, topped with shreds of lettuce and just a little bit of mayo. The bun is threaded with rivers of melted chees

4 great new burgers to try in the Twin Cities this spring

Thick and spicy, thin and crispy, Juicy Lucy — even beefed-up beefy: These burger bites are next level.
Music
March 28
Minneapolis' Jeremy Ylvisaker has toured with Andrew Bird and Grace Potter but prefers staying close to home.

This Suburbs guitarist is all over the Twin Cities music scene, especially at Icehouse in April

The ubiquitous Jeremy Ylvisaker emphasizes keeping it simple ahead of his name-filled Monday residency.
Variety
March 28
Catherine, left, and Julianna Sheridan play with their two kids at a playground. The couple are fighting to keep sole custody of their 5-year-old daug

Yuen: He donated his sperm to friends. Now he wants to be dad to the 5-year-old.

A sperm donor's paternity case could have statewide ramifications for same-sex couples and other families who rely on assisted reproduction.
Music
March 28
Olivia Rodrigo drops a new single from the deluxe version of "Guts."

Review: Olivia Rodrigo gets breathless with 'So American'

Alicia Keys drops a Broadway showstopper while Gary Clark Jr. teams with Stevie Wonder.
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