MINNEAPOLIS — You made it to the end of the week! Reward yourself.
Here's what's up this weekend.
Friday, Jan. 19, 2024
"Funny Girl" at the Orpheum (Minneapolis)
7:30 p.m.; Tickets start at $49
- This musical is about the story of Fanny Brice, a girl from Manhattan who has always dreamt about a life on stage. Performances are Friday through Sunday and run about 2 hours and 40 minutes, including one intermission.
Mallrats Presents MTV Unplugged at The Parkway Theatre (Minneapolis)
7 p.m. doors, music at 8 p.m.; tickets are $25 advanced GA, $35 at the door, $40 VIP Seating
- The ultimate 90s tribute bringing the nostalgia of the biggest acts that appeared on "Unplugged." The Mallrats will set the stage, vibe and lighting to bring audiences the essence of Alanis Morrisette, Nirvana and Pearl Jam.
Art Battle Minnesota at The Fair on 4 (Bloomington)
7-11:00 p.m.; $25 in advance, $30 at the door.
- Watch as 12 talented artists compete in three rounds of 20-minute creativity. The open-material pieces will be auctioned off after the crowd chooses the night's champion.
Other events:
Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024
Pond Hockey Championship (Minneapolis)
7 a.m.- 6 p.m.; free
- Puck drops at 9:15 a.m. for the second day of the tournament. There is a slap shot competition at 10:30 a.m., and a visit by Minnesota Wild mascot Nordy at 3 p.m. Food, concessions and beer are also available throughout tournament play. This event goes through Jan. 28, 2024.
Goon Jam at Trollhaugen (Dresser, WI)
Registration at 10:00 a.m., session at 12 p.m.; lift ticket required
- Lucas Magoon invites you to come spend a day snowboarding and enjoy a selection of food and drinks. The top three standouts of the session will be awarded at 3 p.m.
Arne Fogel presents Sinatra at the Movies at Crooners Supper Club (Minneapolis)
6:30-8 p.m.; tickets $25-$30
- Join Arne Fogel, a 2018 Minnesota Music Hall of Fame inductee, for dinner, drinks and the music of one of America's most legendary singers. Rick Carlson will be on piano.
Other Events
- Travis Scott at the Xcel Energy Center, 8 p.m. (St. Paul)
- Can't Feel My Face: The 2010s Dance Party at Fine Line, 9 p.m. (Minneapolis)
- "Dial M for Murder" at the Guthrie, 7:30 p.m. (Minneapolis)
- "Hands Up, Don't Shoot" film screening at Minnesota History Center, 2 p.m. (St. Paul)
- Gophers Women's Basketball vs. Michigan State, 2 p.m. at William's Arena (Minneapolis)
- Timberwolves vs. Thunder, 7 p.m. at Target Center (Minneapolis)
Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024
Baguette Class at France 44 (Minneapolis)
9:30 a.m.-12 p.m.; tickets $95
- A hands-on workshop where you'll master the techniques of baking the perfect baguette. This is a 21+ event, tickets are non-refundable and there is no gluten-free option.
PetSmart Adoption Day (Monticello)
10 a.m.-12 p.m.; free
- Stop by PetSmart to find your new fur-ever friend.
Watercolor Fireplace Learn to Paint at Muddy Waters Studio (Farmington)
1-3 p.m.; $40
- If you're looking to pick up a new habit, you're in luck. Muddy Waters Studio is prepared to teach you how to draw and paint in these step-by-step classes.
Other Events
CINEMA SPOTLIGHT
Movie Night: Olson Student Counsel Fundraiser (Minneapolis)
Doors open at 4 P.M.; $2.50
- two movies, Good Burger 2 (PG) and Five Nights at Freddy's (PG-13), will be shown. Concessions will be available from 4-6 p.m.
Special Events at the Alamo Drafthouse in Woodbury this weekend include a showing of "The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King: Extended Edition" and "Galaxy Quest" as this weeks Alamo Time Capsule.
New releases in the metro: "I.S.S." (R) and "Founders Day" (R)
- "I.S.S." is a sci-fi flick, telling the story of both U.S. and Russian astronauts aboard the International Space Station, who receive orders to take control of the station by any means necessary over conflicts flaring on Earth. The film stars Ariana DeBose, Chris Messina and John Gallagher Jr.
- "Founders Day" is a horror comedy telling the story of a small town shaken by a series of ominous killings in the days leading up to a mayoral election. The film is directed and co-written by Erik Bloomquist and stars Naomi Grace, Devin Druid and William Russ.
Limited or re-releases: "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse" (PG), "Queen Rock Montreal" and "SOUL" (PG).
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