Arts

PiM Arts High School presents ‘Singin’ in the Rain’

Juliana Allen • February 27, 2025

PiM Arts High School brings “Singin’ in the Rain” to Old Log Theatre in Excelsior over two weekends, starting Feb. 28.

‘The Gorge’ is a B-movie with A-level talent

Hunter Friesen • February 27, 2025

"The Gorge" on Apple TV+ delivers a suspenseful thriller with strong performances, though its storyline feels familiar and predictable.

‘The Monkey’ is not a barrel of fun

Hunter Friesen • February 20, 2025

Oz Perkins’ “The Monkey” struggles to balance horror and comedy, delivering tedious suspense and lackluster scares despite Theo James’ strong performance.

Quite the juggling act: EPHS grad turns passion into profession

Mollee Francisco • February 20, 2025

Professional juggler Kayla Malmgren shares her journey and mission to teach juggling, fostering growth and confidence in students.

A breathtaking journey in ‘Milo Imagines the World’

Rachel Engstrom • February 18, 2025

“Milo Imagines the World” at Children’s Theatre Company is a heartwarming, visually stunning musical that celebrates imagination, perspective, and storytelling magic.

‘Captain America: Brave New World’ keeps the MCU afloat

Hunter Friesen • February 13, 2025

"Captain America: Brave New World" delivers a serviceable yet forgettable MCU entry, with reshoots, political intrigue, and familiar superhero dilemmas.

‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ is a stunning, hilarious and emotional ride

Rachel Engstrom • February 11, 2025

John Catron, as Oberon, commands the stage as the fairy king in the Guthrie Theater’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream,’ running through March 23. Photo by Dan Norman If you’re looking for a night...

No love to be found in ‘Love Hurts’

Hunter Friesen • February 6, 2025

"Love Hurts," starring Ke Huy Quan, offers a familiar plot with lackluster action and strained performances, failing to impress.

‘The Brutalist’ is an American masterpiece

Hunter Friesen • January 30, 2025

Adrien Brody as László Toth in "The Brutalist." Photo courtesy of A24 The further "The Brutalist" progresses along its 215-minute track, the more evident it becomes that co-writer/director Brady...

EPHS Drama presents ‘A Comedy of Errors,’ Jan. 30-Feb. 1

Juliana Allen • January 27, 2025

Eden Prairie High students perform Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors,” a Swinging ’60s-themed production, Jan. 30-Feb. 1. Tickets online.

Student art capstones feature in Eden Prairie Center exhibit

Juliana Allen • January 23, 2025

Eden Prairie High School’s art capstone exhibit highlights student creativity with Venetian-inspired fashion, ceramics, animation, and mixed-media works.

‘Nickel Boys’ redefines the power of perspective

Hunter Friesen • January 23, 2025

RaMell Ross’s "Nickel Boys" reimagines storytelling with its innovative perspective, exploring systemic injustice through an emotionally powerful cinematic lens.