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Ten Thousand Things stages a hip-hop version of a classic Greek play.

Having won practically every Tony Award possible in 2011, The Book of Mormon is the most talked-about hit Broadway has produced since The Lion King—but for very different reasons.

The Jungle Theater brings Anna Sundberg and Peter Hansen together in this play inspired by the 19th century erotic novel Venus in Furs, a virtual handbook on sexual domination and masochism.

Who will be the next Miss America? One fierce competitor will walk away with the crown Saturday, January 12. We’re rooting for Miss Minnesota’s Siri Freeh, of course!

January’s top events indexed according to taste.

Go off the beaten path for a group show at Bockley Gallery.

The show follows the 1919 Boston Red Sox from the “Curse of the Bambino” through the 2004 World Series win.

Aida is the first Broadway show reimagined under a new partnership between Hennepin Theatre Trust and Theatre Latte Da.

This ice castle has an acre of frozen walls, 50-foot icicle towers, cavernous ice rooms, tunnels, and other structures made entirely of water.

Minneapolis Police Chief Janee Harteau brings a fresh approach to her job as top cop. After a series of troubles for the department, she may be just what Minneapolis needs.

Stars step into the spotlight at a place where the actors, artists, and writers just happen to have disabilities.

Can’t notch every National Treasure in one trip? Then try this North Star–centric tour of our nation’s capital.

To get kids interested in classical music, orchestras need to use more imagination. And robots.

For many couples, a romantic dinner on Valentine’s Day is a no-brainer. For those who want something different, check out this he said/she said guide to fun nights out—all month long.

The former sports radio host comes clean to reporter Steve Marsh about his descent into crack cocaine addiction.

A big shout-out to the best stuff in town, including the brand-new, the tried and true, and old-school trends that are hot again.

How one remarkable dog and a string of amazing coincidences became an unforgettable family legend. 

Why the nation’s 50th state is its number one place to chill out and get right with the world.

The season’s best offerings, in order of how much holiday spirit they’re likely to inspire.

December’s top events indexed according to taste.

Local jazz, funk, and R&B artists are breaking plenty of new ground.

A new MIA exhibition focusing on culinary history brings the Tudor period room to life—with real food

Mpls Photo Center's three new photography exhibits all featuring work by nationally known photographers, and all addressing themes of humanity and courage.

The Walker hosts a major retrospective of Cindy Sherman’s meticulously staged, identity-challenging photographs.

Set in the 1880s, it concerns a doctor who treats two housewives for “hysteria” by using a newly invented machine.