Interview: Jason B. Schmidt of CALL ME URSULA at Lush Lounge & Theater
His show, Call Me Ursula: A Musical Deep Dive Into the Sea Witch, looks at the different women, drag queens and writers who have influenced the way he sees Ursula.
Minneapolis / St. Paul Interviews
The latest interviews about live + streaming theatre in Minneapolis / St. Paul.
Latest Interviews
Interview: Adam Brett of CLUE at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
CLUE is coming back to Minneapolis, bringing with it murder, mystery, and plenty of laughs.
Interview: Emme Martini of THE THORN at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
The Thorn is coming to the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, bringing the story of Jesus to the stage through a mix of theater, dance, stunts and aerial arts.
Interview: LISE DAVIDSEN at Ordway Concert Hall
Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen comes to Minnesota this fall for a recital with pianist James Baillieu, presented by the Schubert Club as part of its International Artist Series.
Interview: Phil Sklar of ROCKY HORROR BOBBLEHEADS at Twin Cities Theatre
Phil Sklar, co-founder and CEO of the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, about a new collection celebrating The Rocky Horror Show.
Interview: Frank Alvarez of THE BASEMENT YARD at State Theatre Minneapolis
The Basement Yard made its way to Minneapolis on September 23, bringing the podcast’s live show to the State Theatre for a night of laughs, stories, and plenty of interaction with the audience.
Interview: Chris Burkard of MODE BY FLICKR FESTIVAL at Downtown Minneapolis
Chris Burkard has spent the past 20 years traveling the world and photographing some of its most remote places.
Interview: Ben Steinfeld of TWELVE KINDS OF ICE at Children's Theatre Company
Ben Steinfeld has had a storied career both on Broadway and in multiple screen appearances.
Interview: Ross Boothe of Brotherhood the musical at Westwood Minneapolis
Brotherhood, a new cinematic musical coming to theaters this fall, explores connection, empathy, and our shared humanity through the story of two families whose lives intersect across cultural and political divides.
Interview: Lara Hughes of GRANDSTAND 2026 at Minnesota State Fair Grandstand
The Minnesota State Fair Grandstand has been part of the fair since 1909.
Milwaukee Native Elisheva Scheuer Comes Full Circle with Children’s Theatre Company Acting Cohort
Scheuer, a recent graduate of the University of Minnesota/Guthrie Theater B.
Interview: Antonisia (Nisi) Collins of PINOCCHIO at Children's Theatre Company
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is gearing up to present a remounting of Pinocchio and it promises to be an enchanting experience for audiences of all ages.
Interview: TheARTI$t of KEHLANI WORLD TOUR at Armory Minneapolis
ARTI$t is getting ready to take the stage at The Armory in Minneapolis on August 6, 2026, as an opener for Kahlani’s World Tour.
Interview: Gina Brady of FRASER IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WICKED at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
Wicked is now playing at Minneapolis' Orpheum Theatre through August 9, 2026, bringing one of Broadway's most popular musicals back to the Twin Cities.
Interview: Ethan Kirschbaum of WICKED at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
The North American tour of Wicked currently playing at Minneapolis' Orpheum Theatre.
Interview: Irene Green is Helping to Prepare the Future for Children's Theatre Company
A new Director of External Relations has joined the ranks of the world renowned Children’s Theatre Company, Irene Green, and she is ready to build on the success of those who have come before her.
Interview: Daniela Candillari Shares Her Insights on Music, the Twin Cities, and What Brought Her to Music
A conductor holds all of the power when they are on the podium but when they step off, they are filled with a plethora of insight and esteem for their craft.
Interview: Reed Sigmund of THE HOBBIT at The Zephyr Theatre
It is not every day that theaters are willing to be extremely innovative to break the mold on traditionally mounted theater.
Interview: Rick Dildine on the new Core Company at Children's Theater Company
For years, Children's Theatre Company has recognized its longtime Acting Company as a cornerstone of its productions.
Interview: Steve Quinn of WICKED at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
Bringing a Broadway production to life in a new city is a massive undertaking, and few people know that better than Steve Quinn.
Interview: Claudia Bennett of WICKED at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
For Claudia Bennett, playing Glinda in the national tour of Wicked isn't just another role—it's the realization of a lifelong dream.
Interview: Aline Mayagoitia of WICKED at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
For Aline Mayagoitia, taking on the role of Elphaba in the national tour of Wicked represents both the greatest challenge of her career and the culmination of years of growth as a performer.
Interview: Syndee Winters of SYNDEE WINTERS: THE MAKINGS OF A LADY at The O’Shaughnessy
Broadway performer Syndee Winters has spent her career bringing unforgettable characters to life in productions like Hamilton, The Lion King, Motown the Musical, and Pippin.
Interview: Kelly Denice Taylor of SIX THE MUSICAL at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
The queens of SIX are returning to St.
Interview: Zane Heinselman of SAINT PAUL SAINTS PRIDE at CHS Field
Ahead of the St.
Interview: Carole Schultz & Elizabeth Chua of SIMPLY OVERDRESSED at Overdressed Duo
For years, pianist Elizabeth Chau and soprano Carole Schultz have been finding ways to bring classical music beyond the concert hall.
Interview: Jack Swanson of VOCALISE at VOCALISE
Opera audiences know Jack Swanson for his performances on many of the world's leading stages, from the Metropolitan Opera and San Francisco Opera to engagements across Europe.
Interview: Chris Collins-Pasano of SPAMALOT at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
Before the Knights of the Round Table arrive at St.
Interview: Viridiana Arevalo Martinez of MINNESOTA TWINS PRIDE at Target Field
The Minnesota Twins' annual Pride Night has become one of the most anticipated themed events at Target Field, bringing together members of the LGBTQIA+ community, allies, families, and local organizations for an evening of baseball, celebration, and connection.
Interview: Locky Brownlie of HEATED TWIGHLIGHT at Flipphone Events
When Flip Phone's Heated Twilight takes over the dance floor on Friday, June 5, audiences can expect more than a themed party.
Interview: Jake David Smith of THE GREAT GATSBY at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
Jake David Smith is currently touring in the role of Jay Gatsby in the stage adaptation of The Great Gatsby, bringing one of American literature’s most familiar characters to life night after night.
Interview: Joshua Grosso of THE GREAT GATSBY at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
The national tour of The Great Gatsby heads to the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis June 2–7, bringing the glamour, heartbreak, and larger-than-life characters of F.
Interview: Nick Dillenburg of HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
Nick Dillenburg, a Minneapolis native, found his way onto the stage in high school after tagging along to an audition with a friend.
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Interview: Stephen Brower of [PALATABLE] GAY ROBOT at The Parkway Theater
Broadway actor and comedian Stephen Brower brings his wildly inventive one-person show [Palatable] Gay Robot to The Parkway—a smart, absurd, and unexpectedly heartfelt exploration of identity, performance, and what it means to be “palatable.
Interview: Scotty McCreery of BUCK HILL CONCERT SERIES 2026 at Buck Hill
We caught up with McCreery ahead of his return to Minnesota to talk about the songs that still hit the hardest, what he hopes fans take with them after a show, and why crowds here have always stood out to him.
Interview: Mason Yang of HMONG FUTURES at Theatre Mu
Mason Yang plays Aben in HMONG FUTURES by Katie Ka Vang, running April 9–May 3, 2026 at Gremlin Theatre.
Interview: Chloé Arnold of SYNCOPATED LADIES LIVE! at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
With over 200 million views online and love from legends like Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Janet Jackson, and Whoopi Goldberg, the Syncopated Ladies have grown into way more than a dance group.
Interview: Ally Choe of FOREVER K-POP - A CELEBRATION CONCERT at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
Ally Choe is taking the stage as Sora on this new K-POP tribute tour, and she couldn’t be more thrilled to represent South Korea through her performance.
Interview: Autumn Ness of WIZARD OF OZ at Children's Theatre Company
A local legend of the Children’s Theatre Company stage, Autumn Ness, is about to completely immerse herself in one of the most iconic roles in all of literature, stage, and screen history: The Wicked Witch of the West.
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The Madness of Lady Bright The Phoenix Theater (10/16-10/25) |
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As You Like It Open Book (10/15-10/18) |
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Hollywood; Lights, Camera Dance Collide Theatrical Dance Company (10/15-10/25) |
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As You Like It Playwrights' Center (10/29-11/01) |
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Nutcracker in Wonderland Ted Mann Concert Hall (12/18-12/20) |
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Roger Waters Presents LEGACY - A Pink Floyd Show Orhpeum Theatre (3/03-3/03) |
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PIVOT with Kara Swisher & Scott Galloway presented by beehiiv State (11/04-11/04) |
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Mystic Pizza Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (10/06-10/11) |
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Bizarre Bazaar Carleton Artist Lofts (10/17-10/17) |
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Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit™ Tale Mixed Blood Theatre (10/01-10/18) |
