Things To Do in Minneapolis and around the Twin Cities
Find things to do in Minneapolis and around the Twin Cities. Including events from venues such as Orpheum Theater, Xcel Energy Center, Target Center and more.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights from May 2-8 include Judas Priest, Belle & Sebastian, Kenny Chesney, Robyn Hitchcock, Daniel Lanois and Ber.
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Review: Anne Hathaway is radiant in the coming-of-middle-age 'The Idea of You'
The chemistry between her art gallery owner and Nicholas Galitzine's hunky boy bander sizzles.
Things To Do
Where to celebrate Star Wars Day (May the 4th) in Minneapolis and St. Paul
From stormtrooping for charity to block parties, break up the monotony of this gloomy spring with Star Wars events across the Twin Cities.
Variety
Review: 'The Fall Guy' gets a lift from the charisma and humor of Ryan Gosling
No Kensplaining necessary. Gosling and Emily Blunt's rom-com/adventure is a crowd-pleaser.
Eat & Drink
A first look at Chilango, Jorge Guzmán's Mex-Tex restaurant
What you need to know before visiting the James Beard-nominated chef's new restaurant overlooking Bde Maka Ska.
TV & Media
TV review: 'The Contestant' peels curtain back on the worst reality show of all time
The Hulu film exposes secrets behind a horrible hit.
Books
On a battered beach, a young woman comes of age in 'exquisite' 'Whale Fall'
FICTION: Elizabeth O'Connor's debut novel is set in Wales, but the main character begins to learn of life beyond her tiny town.
Books
Endorsed by Stephen King and our reviewer, 'The Return of Ellie Black' is an 'assured' thriller
FICTION: When a missing person returns, that's just the start of the mystery.
Books
An unlikely friendship blooms in warm novel 'Sipsworth' (hint: it's perfect for the cabin)
FICTION: Simon Van Booy's book is a gentle charmer.
Eat & Drink
The story behind why Minneapolis' successful Italian Eatery is closing
Plus: a long-awaited Northeast restaurant has a name, a new Edina spot is opening soon and more restaurant news from the Twin Cities and Duluth.
Books
Thriller 'Hunted' finds parents searching for their children and trying to prevent disaster
FICTION: Abir Mukherjee's superlative novel is "an adrenaline rush."
Variety
Critics' picks: The 14 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week
Critics' picks for entertainment in the week ahead.
Music
In 'Pursuit' of one of the Twin Cities' best-kept music secrets, Lady Midnight
St. Paul's electro-R&B singer Adriana Rimpel confronts family trauma with heavy dance beats on her new record and accompanying VR film.
Music
David Foster and Katharine McPhee, the Sonny & Cher of power ballads, head to Minneapolis
The hit producer and "American Idol" runner-up make beautiful music as a married couple.
Stage & Arts
'Blended Harmony' at History Theatre unearths tuneful history of the first Asians on Broadway
The Minneapolis-born Kim Loo Sisters cut a melodic path on American stages, entertaining under the lights but also in patriotic shows for troops.
Variety
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Take to the outdoors with biking, birding and water safety activities.
Stage & Arts
Review: CTC's 'A Year With Frog and Toad' lands deftly without missing a step
The cast performs admirably after a lead actor left the revival two days before opening night.
Stage & Arts
Minnesota Dance Theatre ends a historic chapter with 'Spring'
The 60-plus old company, started by Loyce Houlton, is halting its dance performances after its May shows for now.
Music
Billie Eilish returning to St. Paul for two-night stand in November
The repeat Oscar and Grammy winner will hit Xcel Center again promoting her new album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft."
Books
Colm Toibin's 'Long Island' continues the Irish American story he began in 'Brooklyn'
FICTION: Heroine Eilis still isn't sure if America or Ireland is her home.
Movies
Chaska native's directorial debut 'Tarot' will be in 3,500 theaters
As an actor, Anna Halberg was frustrated by the lack of diversity in Hollywood. She shifted to directing to help change that.
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