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Theater

Chicago based circus Brave Space takes place at Xelias Aerial Arts in Northeast Minneapolis on Saturday, June 8.

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.
Illustrated by Morgan La Casse

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...

The cast of The Birds; Or Pete & Earl Want WiFi warm up before their Saturday, Feb. 23 show at the Phoenix Theater.

Bringing comedy theater center stage … allegedly

by Becca Most
Published February 25, 2019
Spotlighting the avant-garde, An Alleged Theatre Company defies traditional theater norms

Review: ‘Potted Potter’ fails to cast a spell over Minneapolis

by Becca Most
Published February 18, 2019
Although the two-man parody show drew some laughs, it was ultimately not worth the price of admission.
Photo by Dan Norman, courtesy of The Jungle Theater

Throw us to ‘The Wolves’

by Sophie Vilensky
Published February 15, 2019
The play will complete its second run this weekend.

Culture compass: Moose patrols, Scrooge and photons

by Samir Ferdowsi
Published November 15, 2018

Friday: Victor Shores w/ Pierre and Heart to Gold Nothing says "punk show" like a good ol' Minneapolis dive bar. Catch a locally-stacked lineup of basement punk bands as they perform new music specifically...

Movie posters for Suspiria (1977), Hausu (1977) and The Omen (1976)

A&E’s guide to local Halloween-inspired theater and film screenings

by Liv Martin
Published October 29, 2018
Enjoy these entertaining Halloween events that require no costume.

Review: The Guthrie Theater’s dynamic depiction of “West Side Story”

by Maddy Folstein
Published June 28, 2018
The production is infused with grit, energy and complexity.
Actor Ajuawak Kapashesit fires a prop rifle, while Marisa Carr stands behind him during a tech rehearsal at the Southern Theater on Tuesday, March 6. Almighty Voice and His Wife will open at the Southern Theater on Friday, March 9.

Turtle Theater Collective elevates Native voices

by Maddy Folstein
Published March 8, 2018
The theater collective dedicated to providing opportunities for Native American artists will be producing "Almighty Voice and His Wife."

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