Jared Fessler

First Avenue is bringing Flip Phone Superstar 2025 to the Twin Cities — a search for the area’s next drag standout. The night is hosted by Jimbo, whose fearless, off-the-wall style has made them one of the most talked-about performers in drag today.

The national tour of The Wiz is a high-energy, visually stunning experience that’s taking Minneapolis by storm at the Orpheum Theatre. Running from December 16 to 21, 2025, this revival of the Tony Award-winning musical brings new life to the classic story, with a fresh take that feels as relevant and exciting today as it did when it first hit Broadway. D

What did our critic think of CHRISTMAS WITH CONTUS at Artistry Theater, Bloomington Center For The Arts?

Lady A’s stop at Treasure Island Resort & Casino in Welch, Minnesota, for their This Winter’s Night tour on December 14, 2025, felt like a holiday celebration with friends. Performing in such an intimate venue, the trio — Hillary Scott, Charles Kelley, and Dave Haywood — set the tone early with a heartfelt rendition of “The First Noel.” Hillary’s voice led the way with warmth, while Charles and Dave added their signature harmonies, instantly pulling the audience into the Christmas spirit.

Benjamin Kath, who records under the name Ben Jammin Beats, is a Twin Cities–based producer known for crafting hip-hop instrumentals that balance warmth, grit, and emotion.

What did our critic think of LIT! A FESTIVE HOLIDAY MIX STARRING BROADWAY STAR MANDY GONZALEZ at Sheldon Theatre?

What did our critic think of HOLIDAY SHOW 2025 - SOLSTICE at Circus Juventas?

Robbie Simpson has been telling stories for as long as he can remember. Growing up in West Springfield, Massachusetts, in a home where movies and music were part of everyday life, he went from performing living-room musicals for the family dog to building a career as an actor, director, and teacher with a genuine passion for connecting with people.

What did our critic think of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts?

If you were anywhere near the Internet in the early 2000s, you probably remember Kelly—the loud, dramatic, gloriously chaotic teenager who only wanted one thing: shoes. Her video blew up long before “going viral” was even a phrase, and now she’s headed to Minneapolis for a rare live performance.

Hawken Paul and Jeffrey Nolan are no strangers to bringing joy to the stage. The duo lives in Uptown Minneapolis and, for the past five years, has worked as teaching artists with the Children’s Theatre Company and the Zephyr Theatre Company.

We’re excited to share a conversation with the incredible Mandy Gonzalez, whose powerhouse voice and heartfelt storytelling have lit up Broadway in shows like Hamilton, Wicked, and In the Heights. Beyond the stage, she’s an author, a recording artist, and a performer who brings her whole heart to every project.

'Dog Man: The Musical' at the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis is a delightful and uproarious experience that will have audiences of all ages laughing from start to finish. Based on Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man series, the show follows two imaginative fifth-graders, George and Harold, who decide to take their comic-book adventures to the next level by creating a musical about their favorite hero, Dog Man.

The holiday season officially arrived at Orchestra Hall as Jingle Bells & Jazz Noels filled the room with a generous dose of sparkle, swing, and good old-fashioned cheer.

Daniel Emmet, whose powerful voice and love of the holiday season will be performing as part of the TSO touring band. 

Disney On Ice’s Frozen & Encanto at the Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul was a truly magical experience from start to finish. The show blends the worlds of Arendelle and the Madrigal family in a way that feels seamless, exciting, and full of heart. From the moment the lights dimmed, the ice rink became a stage for incredible skating, colorful costumes, and all the songs everyone loves to sing along to.

Live Nation and KOOL 108 present the legendary Trans-Siberian Orchestra, coming to Target Center on December 28 for two epic shows. The show will feature Minnesota native singer and song write Nate Amor.