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Theater Children's Production: Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook will be performed at the Raymond J. Lammers Proscenium Theatre at the University of Minnesota Morris. Savana Hauck (she/they) will be portraying the role of Junie B. in this production. We caught up with Savana to discuss her role, the production, and her favorite local spots.

What did our critic think of WITCH at Walking Shadow Theatre Company?

Join us for a conversation with Vince Kelley, the talented producer of Golden Girls: The Laughs Continue! This hilarious new comedy show brings the iconic characters back in an all-new, outrageously funny storyline. Set in the present day, Sophia has found herself in a sticky situation after a run-in with the DEA, Blanche and Rose are now thriving in the senior app world, and Dorothy is trying to keep everything together, with a rather surprising twist!

What did our critic think of TRIASSIC PARQ at Lush Lounge & Theater?

What did our critic think of MANDY GONZALEZ IN CONCERT at The O’Shaughnessy?

Disney's Frozen will be playing at the Children's Theatre Company from April 15 to June 15, 2025. We had the chance to chat with Julia Ennen, who plays Anna in this production.

On March 16, 2025, Mary J. Blige graced the stage of the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, MN, as part of her For My Fans Tour. The tour, following the release of her latest album, Gratitude, served as a heartfelt celebration of her storied career and unwavering bond with her fans.

Daniel Haack is an award-winning children's book author, theatre lover, and media creator. We chat about the books he's written, his favorite theatre works, and his visit to Minnesota!

Mandy Gonzalez is an accomplished film, TV, and stage actor, as well as an author. She will be performing a concert at The O’Shaughnessy at St. Catherine's University on March 22, 2025, in Saint Paul, Minnesota. We had the chance to chat with Mandy about her upcoming concert and her visit to Minnesota!

From March 11 through March 16, 2025, the Dear Evan Hansen national tour makes a stop at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, delivering a deeply emotional, immersive theater experience. The show continues to resonate with audiences nationwide, offering powerful performances, a poignant story, and a soundtrack that cuts right to the heart of today's issues surrounding mental health, identity, and connection.

​​​​​​​The Last Five Years is currently playing at Ashland Productions as part of their Project Give Back. This production is running now through March 16, 2025. We chat with Aaron Vandanacker, who plays Jamie in this production.

What did our critic think of THE LAST 5 YEARS at Ashland Productions?

What did our critic think of COME FROM AWAY at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts?

The national tour of Life of Pi made a stunning stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis from March 5–9, 2025, delivering a visually mesmerizing and emotionally powerful theatrical experience. Adapted from Yann Martel’s beloved novel, this stage production—winner of multiple Tony and Olivier Awards—captivates with its inventive storytelling, stunning puppetry, and a lead performance that anchors the show’s emotional depth.

Life of Pi will be making a tour stop at the Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota, from March 4 to March 9, 2025. We sat down with cast member Betsy Rosen (Assistant Puppetry & Movement Direction/Puppet Captain, Richard Parker/Puppeteer, Ensemble) to discuss her role and what makes this production so unique.

On February 24, 2025, Justin Timberlake brought his Forget Tomorrow World Tour to the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, MN, delivering an electrifying performance that left fans in awe. This tour, Timberlake's first in five years, has received an overwhelming response, selling over one million tickets across more than 85 performances. Opening the night was Andrew Hypes, a highly regarded producer, drummer, and DJ, who set the stage with an energy-packed set, perfectly priming the crowd for Timberlake’s unforgettable show.

The Hadestown National Tour’s stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis delivers an unforgettable theatrical experience that captivates from start to finish. Anaïs Mitchell’s Tony Award-winning folk-jazz musical, which reimagines the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, comes to life in a visually stunning and emotionally charged production that resonates with both new audiences and longtime fans.

What did our critic think of GREASE at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres?

The corn-fed comedy Shucked has officially taken root at Des Moines Performing Arts, delighting audiences with its pun-filled humor, heartwarming story, and toe-tapping country score. Playing now through February 2, 2025, this Tony-winning musical proves that sometimes, a little corniness is exactly what we need.