D. L. Hughley1. D. L. HUGHLEY
Darryl Lynn "D. L." Hughley is an American actor, stand-up comedian, and star of the television sitcom ‘The Hughleys,’ which ran from 1998 to 2002 on ABC and then on UPN. Most notably, D. L. Hughley is a member of The Original Kings of Comedy.
Time: 8 p.m. Saturday, March 22
Cost: $37.50-$47.50
Location: Pantages Theatre, 710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis
Information: www.hennepintheatredistrict.org or 612-339-7007

2. DANCE THEATER WORK: ‘WAYS TO BEHOLD’
Stuart Pimsler Dance and Theater will premiere “Ways to Behold,” a work that filters a series of inquiries through both a global and personal lens, asking: What do we hold? How are we held? Who holds us back? Pimsler’s eight performers are caught between moments of tenderness and assault as they decide how to respond in dangerous times.
Time: 8 p.m. Saturday, March 22; 7 p.m. Sunday, March 23
Cost: $18-$22
Location: The Ritz Theater, 345 13th Ave. N.E., Minneapolis
Information: 612-338-1101 or www.ritztheaterfoundation.org

3. GARY LOURIS
As singer, guitarist and songwriter of The Jayhawks, Gary Louris built a deeply compelling body of music whose artistry and integrity won the loyalty of an international audience and the respect of both critics and his peers. With his album Vagabonds, Louris launches his solo career on a high note, delivering a deeply felt, exquisitely-crafted set that features some of his most evocative and personally-charged work to date.
Time: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 25
Cost: $21.50-$26.50
Location: Pantages Theatre, 710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis
Information: www.hennepintheatredistrict.org or 612-373-5600

4. SPRING FESTIVAL ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR
Over 500 artists and craftspeople from over 30 states will gather to display home decor and gifts – all handcrafted and one-of-a-kind. There will be entertainment and plenty of food and drink. Gift certificates will be awarded hourly.
Time: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, April 4; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, April 5; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, April 6
Cost: Adults $8; seniors $7; children 10 and younger free
Location: Canterbury Park, 1100 Canterbury Rd. Shakopee
Information: www.hpifestivals.com or 952-445-7223

5. ‘THE PAJAMA GAME’
A workplace romance is hilariously portrayed in the delightful classic musical comedy, “The Pajama Game.” This Tony Award-winning musical by Richard Bissell deals with common labor troubles in a pajama factory. In the midst of this ordeal, love blossoms between the complaint-committee head and the new factory superintendent. Bright and brassy, this is an unconventional, fast-paced Broadway favorite. The energetic score is brimming with memorable songs and dances, including “Hey There,” “Steam Heat” and “Hernando’s Hideaway”.
Time: 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays April 4-20
Cost: Adults $14; Students $11
Location: Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 304 Division St., Northfield
Information: northfieldartsguild.org or 507-645-8877