The Minnesota Daily

UMN theater students’ creative quarantine competition goes viral

by Alex Strangman
Published March 15, 2020

Three University of Minnesota students created a playwriting competition in an attempt to beat isolation, one play at a time. They have since received over 2,100 entries.

Mixing comedy with magic, students step up to the mic

by Meg Bishop
Published March 5, 2020

The Comedy Corner Underground presents “Magic Underground Open Mic” Thursdays.

Minnesota theaters welcome a first-ever ‘Jubilee’ year

by Norah Kleven
Published February 24, 2020

The national festival welcomes participants to strive for diversity during the 2020-21 theater season.

“MOTH”: using the stage to process trauma

by Ksenia Gorinshteyn
Published February 6, 2020

The play will show at Bryant-Lake Bowl & Theater Feb. 28 – March 7.

A&E’s Twin Cities Pride Guide

by Becca Most
Published June 18, 2019

The pride parade isn’t the only must-attend event this week.

Building a brave space

by Becca Most
Published June 12, 2019

The contemporary circus show amazed Minnesotans Saturday, showing the importance of bravery in building communities.

Ricky Lagoon croons his tunes

by Ksenia Gorinshteyn
Published April 29, 2019

Kate McCarthy’s comedy concert “Ricky Lagoon: He Croons!” will open at the Cedar Cultural Center on May 5.

Embrace the Pundamonium

by Becca Most
Published March 26, 2019

The monthly Minneapolis pun slam celebrates a ... pun-derrated medium in the comedy scene

Review: “Pippin” brings some serious circus vibes to West Bank

by Becca Most
Published March 5, 2019

Filled with elaborate dance breaks, quirky costumes and engaging characters, the latest University musical is a must-see.

Culture compass: Stop-motion, pie and lights

by Becca Most
Published February 28, 2019

Friday: Social House with Darnell Williams and the MARAJ Pittsburgh rap duo Social House, known for their popular song “Magic in the Hamptons ft. Lil Yachty” and their work in producing Ariana...