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Review: Radio Silence brings a maximalist horror style to 'Abigail'
The movie includes a creepy mansion setting, vampires, a steely young heroine, jokes and a fair share of gore.
Eat & Drink
Forgotten Star Brewing in Fridley is launching a food truck, and more restaurant news
The collaboration with food website Fit Foodie Finds will open in May. Plus: Donut Star expansion, more seasonal openings, going casual at Kado No Mise and more restaurant news.
Music
Ludacris and T-Pain to stand up together at Minnesota State Fair grandstand in 2024
The '00s-era hip-hop hitmakers will perform a Tuesday night co-headlining gig on Aug. 27.
Variety
This Star Tribune reporter didn't even survive the audition for 'Survivor'
After a few hours in line at the Minneapolis Convention Center, he bailed. But hundreds of others who stuck it out never got to audition for the reality TV show.
Books
Spring's hot gift book features gorgeous found-nature photos
4,000 images later, this Shoreview photographer is still searching for the beauty we usually miss.
Books
Jane Smiley hits again with 'Lucky' but what the what is that ending?
FICTION: The Pulitzer winner's new novel, about a fortunate folk singer, will spur lots of debate.
Books
Biography details what 'Rulebreaker' Barbara Walters did to get to the top
NONFICTION: Susan Page follows books about Nancy Pelosi and Barbara Bush with one about the pioneering broadcaster.
Movies
Meet the Oscar-winning cinematographer who has changed the way the movies look
Roger Deakins, the man most responsible for the visuals of many Coen brothers movies, will be at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival.
Stage & Arts
A former deli maestro steps into Capt. von Trapp's shoes in Artistry's 'Sound of Music'
Rodolfo Nieto makes his leap from operatic singing and sandwich making to his biggest role on the theatrical stage.
Music
NPG vets Michael Bland and Sonny Thompson extend their brotherhood into a post-Prince duo
They will celebrate their new single and music of the Purple One in an all-star concert on Saturday.
Variety
Critics' picks: The 15 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Variety
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Celebrate Earth Day and the coming of spring with a variety of events.
TV & Media
CBS will turn the lights back on for Billy Joel concert
The network triggered an online firestorm when it cut his concert short.
Minneapolis
Small fire atop Masu Sushi and Robata in Minneapolis leaves dining spot uninhabitable
The fire on Sunday afternoon was quickly extinguished, according to the Minneapolis Fire Department, but left the popular Japanese restaurant uninhabitable for the time being.
Stage & Arts
Review: James Sewell Ballet's 'Pointed Humor' showcases physicality and precision
The performance included unimaginable jumps and elegance.
Variety
Ask Amy: Manipulative girlfriend a clear red flag
Behavior shows a lack of respect.
Variety
Embrace bonus family's differences
Don't compare one child to another.
Books
Of course you love your pooch but 'Dogland' wonders if she loves you back
NONFICTION: Partly about the Westminster Dog Show and partly about dog happiness, Tommy Tomlinson's book is a gem.
Books
How did this novel's heroine end up with her ex's new love's ex? It's kind of a 'Funny Story'
FICTION: Emily Henry's fizzy book is perfect for beaches this summer.
Stage & Arts
Review: Guthrie's epic Shakespeare History Plays open in mountainous marathon
In the theater's once-in-a-generation production, Shakespeare's king stories strike chords that resonate from ancient England to contemporary America.
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