Growing up in New Delhi, India, Ritika Ganguly was aware of the varied and rich forms that opera can take. In the process of being commissioned to create Xylum by Minnesota Opera, she learned that the defining characteristic of opera in western cultures is being sung from beginning to end.

Stages Theatre Co. continues its out-of-the-box offerings for families with Stone Soup. Artistic Director Sandy Boren-Barrett talks about the show.

With Valentine's Day approaching, Kay Kinkel from LSS Behavioral Health talks about healthy relationships.

Pavel Jany is a staple of the Twin Cities Music scene. But over the years he has played many styles, and the styles are represented on Pavel’s new CD, Who’s There. When Pavel talked about his career with Phil Nusbaum, Pavel reflected on producing a CD during a pandemic.

Acoustic Deathwish is drummer Dave King, bassist Anthony Cox and saxophonist Brandon Wozniak. They play at Crooners Saturday night, and you can stream the show if you're unable to attend in person.

Minnesota's Maud Hixson celebrates music associated with Judy Garland at Crooners Supper Club Saturday, Feb. 6 at 5:30 p.m.

Craig Rice from the MSP Film Society talks about which films are part of the Great Northern Festival, and what's new on the Virtual Cinema.

Sommelier Jill Mott from Henry & Son talks about classic wines with a twist, and why they remind her of a certain jazz artist.

Superintendent Ed Graff from Minneapolis Public Schools talks about a return to in-person learning for elementary grades and an upcoming Virtual Q&A.

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today, indicating another 6 weeks of winter. State Climatologist Luigi Romolo talks about the tradition and Phil's accuracy.