TV & Media
May 24, 2022
Jason DeRusha sat for a portrait at The Dapper Wolf Friday.

Jason DeRusha announces he's leaving WCCO morning show

The popular anchor will continue to contribute as a special correspondent.
TV & Media
May 24, 2022
“Alaska” stars Hilary Swank as Eileen Fitzgerald, a recently disgraced reporter who leaves her high-profile New York life behind to join a daily m

'Quantum Leap' reboot, plenty of cop shows and courtroom drama on fall TV

New scripted shows feature Hilary Swank, Marcia Gay Harden, Trace Adkins, Susan Sarandon and George Lopez.
TV & Media
May 20, 2022
Cookbook author Zoë François’ “Zoe Bakes” airs on Magnolia Network.

'Zoe Bakes' continues to serve up mouth-watering Minneapolis treats

What TV critic Neal Justin is watching this week.
TV & Media
May 20, 2022
In an undated image provided by Carol Kaelson, Vanna White hosts "Wheel of Fortune." On Dec. 9, 2019, for the first time in 37 years, White stepped aw

'Wheel of Fortune LIVE' comes to Twin Cities

Contestants can win money and trips in this theatrical version, which is distinct from the TV show.
TV & Media
May 19, 2022
Rhea Seehorn plays Kim Wexler and Bob Odenkirk is Jimmy McGill in “Better Call Saul.”

Bob Odenkirk winds down his journey as Jimmy, uh, Saul, no, Gene

The midseason finale of "Better Call Saul" airs Monday on AMC.
TV & Media
May 18, 2022
Lizzo performed at Treasure Island Resort & Casino Amphitheater in Red Wing, Minn. on September 11, 2021.

Lizzo announces new HBO documentary: 'It takes 10 years to become an overnight success'

"About Damn Time" will premiere this fall.
TV & Media
May 18, 2022
The titular chipmunks are voiced by Andy Samberg and John Mulaney — or John Mulaney and Andy Samberg? — in “Chip and Dale: Rescue Rangers.”

Cuddly Chip 'n Dale star in an animated movie that's surprisingly sharp

What our critics are watching this week.
TV & Media
May 17, 2022
Claire Danes, a wealthy widow, and Tom Hiddleston, a rational vicar, star in “The Essex Serpent” on Apple TV Plus.

'Essex Serpent' has it all — mystery, love and Claire Danes

Actor's vibrancy and depth of emotion brings the Victorian drama to life.
TV & Media
May 13, 2022
Theo James and Rose Leslie

HBO's 'The Time Traveler's Wife' is more for romantics than sci-fi fans

What TV critic Neal Justin is watching this week
The Good Life
May 11, 2022
Sue Scott of "Island of Discarded Women."

Podcasters over 50: Five Minnesotan hosts worth hearing

These locally rooted podcasters speak out about everything from feminism to nomadism, mental health to rock 'n' roll.
The Good Life
May 11, 2022
A microphone.

Older podcast listeners and creators find their niche

Podcast listening is now growing fastest among older Americans, after they were slower to embrace it than others.
TV & Media
May 11, 2022
Jean Smart stars in “Hacks” on HBO Max.

'Hacks' and Emmy winner Jean Smart return with a boisterous, bumpy road trip

Our critics' recommendations on what to watch.
TV & Media
May 11, 2022
Mark McKinney as the Head Crusher

The Kids in the Hall return with new documentary, sketches and grown-up attitude

Amazon Prime will feature the Canadian-bred troupe throughout May.
TV & Media
May 10, 2022
Colin Firth, left, and Vincent Vermignon in “The Staircase.”

New 'Staircase' offers a meta twist on a true-crime classic

The HBO Max miniseries is well executed but offers few new facts about a 20-year-old murder case.
Stage & Arts
May 9, 2022
Mare Winningham is a best actress Tony nominee in the Bob Dylan-inspired “Girl From the North Country” on Broadway.

Minnesota-tied shows score nominations for Broadway's Tony Awards

Bob Dylan musical and comedy that premiered at the Guthrie are among the top contenders.
TV & Media
May 6, 2022
Alternative folk-rock artist Suzanne Vega was at the Dakota Thursday for two back-to-back performances.

Suzanne Vega's lyrics shine in short but sweet at Minneapolis show

The artist was at the Dakota for two back-to-back performances.
TV & Media
May 5, 2022
Sheryl Crow reflects on what it was like to survive in a sexist music business in the Showtime documentary, “Sheryl.”

Sheryl Crow looks back on her winding road to stardom in new documentary

"Sheryl" debuts this weekend on Showtime.
TV & Media
May 4, 2022
Anson Mount takes the helm in “Star Trek: Strange New Worlds.”

New 'Star Trek' series boldly goes where fans have gone before

Our critics' recommendations on what to watch.
TV & Media
May 3, 2022
Lionel Richie says he does not write his music alone and that his “songs are all God.”

Lionel Richie credits his success to divine guidance

The singer-songwriter will be honored with the Gershwin Prize for Popular Song by the Library of Congress.
Variety
April 30, 2022
Old fans welcome Garrison Keillor on the comeback trail — but not everyone's thrilled

Old fans welcome Garrison Keillor on the comeback trail — but not everyone's thrilled

Five years after accusations of misbehavior, the former "Prairie Home" host is trying to raise his public profile while dismissing his persistent critics: "It's not worth thinking about."

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