The best thing that happened during previews is Kris Kollins’ rapid development from timid amateur to captivating headliner.

In a gutsy debut as The Kid, Kollins' musical chops are undeniable, channeling the passion, range, and splits of Prince. Also ...

On its 40th anniversary, The Cars' sleekest album still feels both futuristic and familiar. Ric Ocasek's studied detachment ...

As the stage adaptation of the film "Purple Rain" makes its pre-Broadway debut in Minneapolis, Dave Rusan reflected on his ...

When the lights went down inside the State Theatre and the opening chords of “Let’s Go Crazy” rang out, it was clear ...

Wednesday’s party was a VIP-style affair hosted by producers of “Purple Rain: The Musical” and Hennepin Arts, which operates ...

Performances are now underway for the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. The Broadway-aimed ...

On one hand, it felt like an average night at Minneapolis’ venerable rock club from over its past 40 years. The DJ spun a lot ...

Jon Bream has been a music critic at the Star Tribune since 1975, making him the longest tenured pop critic at a U.S. daily ...

In the heart of the city Prince put on the musical map, the legacy of one of Minneapolis' favorite sons takes center stage.