Arts

Turning emotions into music: Local teens record album spotlighting mental health challenges

Renee Rushdy • January 20, 2025

Eden Prairie teens collaborate with producer Stefon “Bionik” Taylor on an album highlighting mental health challenges, creativity, and empowerment through music.

‘Wolf Man’ is all bark and no bite

Hunter Friesen • January 16, 2025

Leigh Whannell’s “Wolf Man” features striking practical effects and sound design but falters with overused tropes and a lackluster plot.

‘Den of Thieves 2: Pantera’ is a good enough piece of cinematic junk food

Hunter Friesen • January 9, 2025

Review: "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" delivers heist thrills and action-packed nostalgia as a satisfying piece of cinematic junk food.

The 10 Best Movies of 2024

Hunter Friesen • January 2, 2025

Local film critic Hunter Friesen shares his selection of the 10 best movies of 2024, offering his perspective on the year’s standout films..

Eden Prairie’s 2024 in review: Milestones, controversies, and unforgettable moments

Stuart Sudak • December 31, 2024

Reflecting on Eden Prairie’s 2024: key stories, community milestones, and challenges that defined a year of growth and change.

‘A Complete Unknown’ sings a sweet tune thanks to Chalamet’s incredible performance

Hunter Friesen • December 25, 2024

Hunter Friesen reviews "A Complete Unknown," a Bob Dylan biopic starring Timothée Chalamet, praising its performances and direction.

‘The Heart Sellers’ delivers laughter and connection with a brilliant and bold female cast

Rachel Engstrom • December 23, 2024

“The Heart Sellers" at the Guthrie Theater: A poignant exploration of friendship, identity, and the immigrant experience, beautifully performed.

‘The Little Mermaid’ makes waves with a fierce female cast at the Ordway

Rachel Engstrom • December 14, 2024

Disney’s "The Little Mermaid" dazzles audiences at the Ordway with inventive staging, stunning visuals, and standout performances.

Merriam-Webster’s word of 2024: Polarization reflects divided times

Associated Press • December 9, 2024

Polarization is Merriam-Webster’s 2024 word of the year, reflecting America’s deep political divides and cultural rifts post-election.

EP students to perform in Gustavus’ ‘Christmas at Christ Chapel’

EPLN Staff Reports • December 5, 2024

Three Eden Prairie students will perform with the choir and symphony orchestra in the annual production.

EP Community Band presents ‘Share the Warmth’ concert

EPLN Staff Reports • November 30, 2024

The band collects food and clothing donations in lieu of admission to its annual holiday concert.

CMS drama presents fall play, ‘Cases of Mistaken Identity,’ Nov. 21-23

Juliana Allen • November 21, 2024

CMS presents “Cases of Mistaken Identity,” a comedic fall play featuring 100 student cast and crew members. Shows run Nov. 21-23.