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    ‘One Battle After Another,’ ‘Sinners’ win big with Southeastern film critics

    Paul Thomas Anderson’s topical action-comedy romp “One Battle After Another” and Ryan Coogler’s Delta-set horror period piece “Sinners” dominated this year’s awards vote of the Southeastern Film Critics Association. 

    By Chris Herrington December 15, 2025
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    Champagne dreams: Where to party on New Year’s Eve

    Say goodbye to 2025 with a midnight toast, and then set some healthy resolutions and eat some lucky black-eyed pea soup. 

    By Bianca Phillips December 15, 2025
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    Metal Museum plans to open Overton Park space in 2026

    The new Metal Museum space will include a cafe, which officials hope will become a destination on its own.

    By Jody Callahan December 12, 2025
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    Alabama Shakes will be first concert at new Grind City Amp

    Grind City Brewing Co.’s new outdoor venue is set to open in spring 2026. 

    By Elle Perry, Holly Whitfield December 15, 2025
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    Arts Beat: In ‘G.R.I.T.S.,’ Memphis roller skaters reach for their dreams

    The TV show stars three women and an Orange Mound skating rink, with appearances from local musicians and shots of Memphis streets and neighborhoods. But the story, like the city it’s based on, is much more complex. 

    By Elle Perry December 12, 2025
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    Lucero plays a Christmas show, and ‘Slay Bells Ring’ in a holiday whodunit

    This week, party like Craig and Day Day from “Friday After Next,” spin the Wheel of Fortune and drink natties (as in natural wines) while eating patties (as in burgers).

    By Bianca Phillips, Elle Perry, Kelsey Bowen, Chris Herrington, Alys Drake December 12, 2025
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    How Merit Academy pursues excellence in literacy

    The Daily Memphian’s Eric Barnes talks to Lakenna Booker, who is the executive director of Memphis Merit Academy, on this week’s Sidebar podcast.

    By Eric Barnes December 11, 2025
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    Memphis in May names honored country for 2026

    The Greater Memphis Chamber and Memphis in May announced the honored country for next year to more than a thousand people at the Chamber’s annual Chairman’s Luncheon.

    By Sophia Surrett December 10, 2025
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    Covering ‘Sweet Caroline’ in Crosstown

    As part of the release of Craig Brewer’s “Song Sung Blue,” local musicians Bryan Hartley and Tm. Prudhomme won the chance to record a Neil Diamond cover.

    By John Klyce December 09, 2025
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    Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Ella McCay,’ ‘The Shining’ on IMAX

    IMAX screenings include a holiday film, a horror film, a holiday horror film and a Rolling Stones concert film.

    By Chris Herrington December 10, 2025
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    Photo Gallery: An Orange Mound metal marker

    The Orange Mound neighborhood marker is located at corner of Park Avenue and Airways Boulevard.

    By The Daily Memphian Staff December 08, 2025
  • The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more

    Former TV journalist revealing deeper truths

    Lauren Ready joined Eric Barnes on this episode of “The Sidebar” to talk about her first book.

    By Eric Barnes December 05, 2025
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    Arts Beat: Where is the Memphis music? New newsletter points the way.

    “On any given weekend, you’re going to have 30 to 50, 60 shows going on,” said Chris Duncan, who’s been curating a list of local weekend concerts since 2023.

    By Elle Perry December 05, 2025
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    5 more ways to ring in the holidays in Memphis theaters

    Rudolph, Annie, Scrooge and the Grinch star in shows across Memphis.

    By Alys Drake December 07, 2025
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    Dan Aykroyd, Vernon Reid, Dave Davies and others remember Stax great Steve Cropper

    As news spread of the death of Stax legend Steve Cropper on Thursday, Dec. 4, musicians and others who knew the giant took to social media to pay tribute.

    By Jody Callahan December 04, 2025
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    Party in a yurt, stumble in a Santa suit and ice(less) skate at Crosstown

    This week, holiday parades kick off across Shelby County, baristas throw down in a latte art contest and WYXR’s “Raised by Sound” offers free live music.

    By Bianca Phillips, Elle Perry, Kelsey Bowen December 04, 2025
  • Visual Arts

    ‘A little bit cowboy, a little bit visionary': Metal Museum founder James Wallace dies

    With his bushy mustache and a Stetson on his head, James Wallace didn’t exactly look like a man who literally willed a museum to life, then nurtured its continued existence for nearly three decades afterward.

    By Jody Callahan December 04, 2025
  • Music

    Legendary Stax star Steve Cropper dies at 84

    A founding member of Booker T. and the MGs as well as a songwriter and producer, legendary guitarist Steve Cropper has been inducted into just about every music hall of fame imaginable.

    By Jody Callahan December 04, 2025
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    Memphis Movies This Week: Oscar contender ‘Hamnet’ and a super-sized ‘Kill Bill’

    A potential Best Picture winner starring a Best Actress candidate comes to Memphis theaters. Plus, the Paradiso will be participating in a national IMAX “sneak preview” screening. 

    By Chris Herrington December 06, 2025
  • Arts & Culture

    Sleigh what?! Holiday parades, lights, concerts, markets and more

    Resist the pull of Netflix Christmas rom-coms on the couch, and go do some seasonal holiday activities. Here’s your guide.

    By Bianca Phillips December 12, 2025
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    December exhibitions showcase Memphis via photography, painting

    Also, three exhibitions are on view at Sheet Cake Gallery, while Tops Gallery has exhibitions on view at both locations.

    By Elle Perry December 04, 2025
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    BET+ sets Christmas rom-com in Memphis

    Among the cast of “Never Alone for Christmas: Memphis” are Memphis singer K. Michelle and actor Tom Arnold.

    By Elle Perry December 03, 2025
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    Ten must-see holiday concerts in December

    In December, practically every venue in Memphis is offering at least one holiday-themed concert.

    The non-exhaustive list of offerings includes classical performances, a jazz jam session, “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and sacred soul.

    By Elle Perry December 03, 2025
  • The Sidebar: Eric Barnes on arts, culture & more

    How Everystory tries to bring healing and well-being to Memphis

    Virginia Reed Murphy visits “The Sidebar” to discuss Everystory, a group that uses theater, improvisation and the performance to help people express themselves and analyze challenges.

    By Eric Barnes November 30, 2025
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    Skilled chess players, from crafty kids to adult experts, battle across the boards

    Memphis Chess Club’s 65th annual tournament draws players from around the region to three-day competition.

    By Jody Callahan November 29, 2025

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