Theatre Pro Rata Presents MY SISTER IN THIS HOUSE
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2019
Theatre Pro Rata is producing My Sister in This House by Wendy Kesselman this June at The Crane Theater . This award-winning drama explores the true story of two sisters who murdered their employer and her daughter in 1930s France.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2019
Theatre Pro Rata is producing My Sister in This House by Wendy Kesselman this June at The Crane Theater . This award-winning drama explores the true story of two sisters who murdered their employer and her daughter in 1930s France.
BWW Review: CTC Spectacular Style Inhabits Superlative World Premiere THE HOBBIT
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - March 21, 2019
On a middle of the month March weekend, Children's Theatre Company (CTC) of Minneapolis on the United Health Group Stage, offered their audiences a Middle Earth journey when they presented the World Premiere The Hobbit. Based on one of J.R.R. Tolkien's bestselling novels, the British actor, director and playwright Greg Banks adapted and then directed the production, which featured an original musical score by fellow Brit Tom Johnson. The classic story of Middle Earth Dwarves reclaiming their culture and treasure stolen form them by a fire breathing creature imagines adventure and exhilaration galore, enough to last an entire evening and long after the actors leave the stage.
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - March 21, 2019
On a middle of the month March weekend, Children's Theatre Company (CTC) of Minneapolis on the United Health Group Stage, offered their audiences a Middle Earth journey when they presented the World Premiere The Hobbit. Based on one of J.R.R. Tolkien's bestselling novels, the British actor, director and playwright Greg Banks adapted and then directed the production, which featured an original musical score by fellow Brit Tom Johnson. The classic story of Middle Earth Dwarves reclaiming their culture and treasure stolen form them by a fire breathing creature imagines adventure and exhilaration galore, enough to last an entire evening and long after the actors leave the stage.
Northrop Presents Ballet Preljocaj, March 30
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2019
World-renowned French dance company Ballet Preljocaj brings a fascinating exploration of the supernatural power of art to Northrop Sat, Mar 30, with La Fresque (The Painting on the Wall). Choreographed by "one of France's foremost contemporary dance choreographers" Angelin Preljocaj, the piece plunges audiences into the rich symbolism and metaphor of a traditional Chinese tale telling the story of travelers mesmerized by a magnificent fresco.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2019
World-renowned French dance company Ballet Preljocaj brings a fascinating exploration of the supernatural power of art to Northrop Sat, Mar 30, with La Fresque (The Painting on the Wall). Choreographed by "one of France's foremost contemporary dance choreographers" Angelin Preljocaj, the piece plunges audiences into the rich symbolism and metaphor of a traditional Chinese tale telling the story of travelers mesmerized by a magnificent fresco.
Exclusive: 2019-2020 SEASON ANNOUNCEMENT at Lyric Arts
by Brett Burger - March 19, 2019
'This is a season that is full of heart. My biggest goal in programming this season was selecting shows with interesting stories and memorable characters that will entertain and engage our audiences while also inspiring authentic emotion-whether it be joy or sadness or simple delight' said Artistic & Executive Director Laura Tahja Johnson who recently celebrated her 15th year with Lyric Arts.
by Brett Burger - March 19, 2019
'This is a season that is full of heart. My biggest goal in programming this season was selecting shows with interesting stories and memorable characters that will entertain and engage our audiences while also inspiring authentic emotion-whether it be joy or sadness or simple delight' said Artistic & Executive Director Laura Tahja Johnson who recently celebrated her 15th year with Lyric Arts.
BWW Review: MAMMA MIA! at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Brett Burger - March 18, 2019
It could not be a better time for the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres to be opening their run of ABBA's famous jukebox musical, Mamma Mia. Just as the sun is finally starting to peek out from this awful winter we've had, many of us got transported to a beautiful island in Greece with some incredible songs and a cast that sparkles just like a sequin disco jumpsuit.
by Brett Burger - March 18, 2019
It could not be a better time for the Chanhassen Dinner Theatres to be opening their run of ABBA's famous jukebox musical, Mamma Mia. Just as the sun is finally starting to peek out from this awful winter we've had, many of us got transported to a beautiful island in Greece with some incredible songs and a cast that sparkles just like a sequin disco jumpsuit.
New Native Theatre Premieres Lakota Play During Tenth Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2019
For the third show in its Tenth Anniversary Season, New Native Theatre produces a story that examines how college life factors into a Native American existence. Wounspe Wanktya - A College Education, follows the story of Tashina and Tiffany, two Lakota freshmen in college, when they decide to sew a sacred dress to help them get through their four years of school as they experience the good, the bad, the funny, and the spiritual. Written by Lakota playwright Alex Hesbrook Ramier, New Native Theatre produced a version of this play at their Third Annual National Native American Ten Minute Play Festival. Now, audiences can witness the story in its entirety at the world premiere!
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2019
For the third show in its Tenth Anniversary Season, New Native Theatre produces a story that examines how college life factors into a Native American existence. Wounspe Wanktya - A College Education, follows the story of Tashina and Tiffany, two Lakota freshmen in college, when they decide to sew a sacred dress to help them get through their four years of school as they experience the good, the bad, the funny, and the spiritual. Written by Lakota playwright Alex Hesbrook Ramier, New Native Theatre produced a version of this play at their Third Annual National Native American Ten Minute Play Festival. Now, audiences can witness the story in its entirety at the world premiere!
Northrop Hosts INSPIRED: A CONVERSATION WITH MISTY COPELAND
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
Northrop welcomes Misty Copeland for a ticketed discussion and fundraising event.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2019
Northrop welcomes Misty Copeland for a ticketed discussion and fundraising event.
7 Questions with CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY's Amanda Rose
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 14, 2019
Childhood favorite CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY has taken over the Orpheum stage through March 17. Learn more about the show and its dedicated Mom, 'Mrs. Bucket,' played by Amanda Rose in the national tour.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 14, 2019
Childhood favorite CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY has taken over the Orpheum stage through March 17. Learn more about the show and its dedicated Mom, 'Mrs. Bucket,' played by Amanda Rose in the national tour.
The SPCO's Liquid Music Series Presents James McVinnie And Darkstar
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2019
On Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 8:00pm, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series presents James McVinnie and Darkstar at Northrop, University of MN, Minneapolis.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2019
On Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 8:00pm, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series presents James McVinnie and Darkstar at Northrop, University of MN, Minneapolis.
Park Square Announces Artist Fellowships For 2019
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2019
Flordelino Lagundino, Park Square Theatre's John W. Harris Artistic Director, has announced the eight recipients for the pilot year of a new Artist Fellowship program at Park Square: Ricardo Beaird, Ernest Briggs, Mary Capers, Maxwell Collyard, Ashawnti Sakina Ford, Sophie Peyton, Lindsey C. Samples, DJ Kool Akiem Scott.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2019
Flordelino Lagundino, Park Square Theatre's John W. Harris Artistic Director, has announced the eight recipients for the pilot year of a new Artist Fellowship program at Park Square: Ricardo Beaird, Ernest Briggs, Mary Capers, Maxwell Collyard, Ashawnti Sakina Ford, Sophie Peyton, Lindsey C. Samples, DJ Kool Akiem Scott.
Northrop Presents American Ballet Theatre Program Featuring SONGS of BUKOVINA and More
by Sarah Hookey - March 13, 2019
Five years after celebrating Northrop's grand reopening, American Ballet Theatre will return to Northrop on Tue, Apr 2, with a vibrant program featuring Alexei Ratmansky's Songs of Bukovina, Jerome Robbins' Other Dances, and Twyla Tharp's In the Upper Room.
by Sarah Hookey - March 13, 2019
Five years after celebrating Northrop's grand reopening, American Ballet Theatre will return to Northrop on Tue, Apr 2, with a vibrant program featuring Alexei Ratmansky's Songs of Bukovina, Jerome Robbins' Other Dances, and Twyla Tharp's In the Upper Room.
Rebound Production's Debut Show Comes To The White Bear Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
Rebound Productions' debut show Flights of Fancy comes to the White Bear Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2019
Rebound Productions' debut show Flights of Fancy comes to the White Bear Theatre
Photo Flash: Children's Theatre Company's World Premiere of THE HOBBIT
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
Children's Theatre Company presents The Hobbit, based on the beloved novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, running from March 12 through April 14, 2019, adapted for the stage and directed by Greg Banks, with music by Thomas Johnson. The cast for this new, nimble ensemble play includes Joy Dolo (Gandalf, Bombur, Troll, Gollum, Elven King, Ensemble), H. Adam Harris (Kili, Troll, Smaug, Ensemble), Becca Hart (Balin, Troll, Bard, Ensemble), Acting Company member Dean Holt (Bilbo Baggins), and Acting Company Member Reed Sigmund (Dwalin, Thorin, Spider, Ensemble) with Victor Zupanc and Bill Olson as the onstage musicians. Multiple special event nights are listed below.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
Children's Theatre Company presents The Hobbit, based on the beloved novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, running from March 12 through April 14, 2019, adapted for the stage and directed by Greg Banks, with music by Thomas Johnson. The cast for this new, nimble ensemble play includes Joy Dolo (Gandalf, Bombur, Troll, Gollum, Elven King, Ensemble), H. Adam Harris (Kili, Troll, Smaug, Ensemble), Becca Hart (Balin, Troll, Bard, Ensemble), Acting Company member Dean Holt (Bilbo Baggins), and Acting Company Member Reed Sigmund (Dwalin, Thorin, Spider, Ensemble) with Victor Zupanc and Bill Olson as the onstage musicians. Multiple special event nights are listed below.
Theatre In The Round Presents Beloved Family Classic LITTLE WOMEN
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
Theatre in the Round Players presents LITTLE WOMEN By Peter Clapham based on the first half of the novel by Louisa May Alcott March 22 - April 14, 2019
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2019
Theatre in the Round Players presents LITTLE WOMEN By Peter Clapham based on the first half of the novel by Louisa May Alcott March 22 - April 14, 2019
BWW Review: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY at Orpheum Theatre
by Brett Burger - March 10, 2019
It was a week full of candy and sweets for me personally. First my work life was full of a sugar high with the grand opening of Candytopia at Mall of America - shameless plug but it's incredible so you should go check it out - and then it was the opening night of a new musical. The adaptation of Roald Dahl's story Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has arrived in Minneapolis and will be here for nearly two weeks.
by Brett Burger - March 10, 2019
It was a week full of candy and sweets for me personally. First my work life was full of a sugar high with the grand opening of Candytopia at Mall of America - shameless plug but it's incredible so you should go check it out - and then it was the opening night of a new musical. The adaptation of Roald Dahl's story Charlie and the Chocolate Factory has arrived in Minneapolis and will be here for nearly two weeks.
VIDEO: First Look At Stages Theatre + Escalate Dance Production Of OWL MOON
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2019
MJTC Presents the World Premiere Of SHUL
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company (MJTC) continues its 24th season with the world premiere of Shul by Sheldon Wolf. To be directed by actor Robert Dorfman in his directorial debut.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2019
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company (MJTC) continues its 24th season with the world premiere of Shul by Sheldon Wolf. To be directed by actor Robert Dorfman in his directorial debut.
Four Humors Presents THE LAST DAYS OF COMMODUS at Strike Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
Four Humors is finally brave enough to portray a theatre troupe that is brave enough to tell the story of a corrupt tyrant who has been dead for 1800 years.
by BWW News Desk - March 06, 2019
Four Humors is finally brave enough to portray a theatre troupe that is brave enough to tell the story of a corrupt tyrant who has been dead for 1800 years.
Liquid Music and Walker Art Center Present ModernMedieval: THE LIVING WORD
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
On Friday and Saturday, March 22-23, 2019, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series and Walker Art Center present ModernMedieval: The Living Word at 8pm in the Summit Center for Arts & Innovation, Saint Paul.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2019
On Friday and Saturday, March 22-23, 2019, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series and Walker Art Center present ModernMedieval: The Living Word at 8pm in the Summit Center for Arts & Innovation, Saint Paul.
BWW Review: Intimate, Funny, Moving INTO THE WOODS at Ten Thousand Things
by Karen Bovard - March 04, 2019
INTO THE WOODS is new artistic director Marcela Lorca's debut directorial outing for Ten Thousand Things after the retirement of renowned artist and social change agent Michelle Hensley, the founder of the company. Seeing this Sondheim masterpiece up close and stripped of pretentiousness is a treat.
by Karen Bovard - March 04, 2019
INTO THE WOODS is new artistic director Marcela Lorca's debut directorial outing for Ten Thousand Things after the retirement of renowned artist and social change agent Michelle Hensley, the founder of the company. Seeing this Sondheim masterpiece up close and stripped of pretentiousness is a treat.
Northrop Presents Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
Celebrating its remarkable 60th anniversary this year with a 21-city coast-to-coast tour, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to Northrop on Tue, Mar 12, with a dynamic program featuring hip-hop innovator Rennie Harris' Lazarus, the company's first ever two-act ballet, as well as the company's signature work Revelations, acclaimed as a must-see for all.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2019
Celebrating its remarkable 60th anniversary this year with a 21-city coast-to-coast tour, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater returns to Northrop on Tue, Mar 12, with a dynamic program featuring hip-hop innovator Rennie Harris' Lazarus, the company's first ever two-act ballet, as well as the company's signature work Revelations, acclaimed as a must-see for all.
Stages Theatre Company Announces 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
Stages Theatre Company announces its 2019-2020 season, featuring a diverse blend of plays and musicals focusing on friendships, adventures, and discoveries. The Capture the Memories season's nine-show lineup includes four musical productions, four world-premieres, a dance collaboration with Escalate Dance & Theatre Studio, and a Theatre for the Very Young production for families to enjoy.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2019
Stages Theatre Company announces its 2019-2020 season, featuring a diverse blend of plays and musicals focusing on friendships, adventures, and discoveries. The Capture the Memories season's nine-show lineup includes four musical productions, four world-premieres, a dance collaboration with Escalate Dance & Theatre Studio, and a Theatre for the Very Young production for families to enjoy.
RIVERDANCE Goes On Sale Friday, March 1 At Hennepin Theatre Trust
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced the return of RIVERDANCE with a brand new 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW filled with extraordinary music and dance. The stirring re-invention of the beloved favorite comes to the historic State Theatre (805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) Friday, Jan. 31, 2020 to Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020. RIVERDANCE is celebrated the world-over for its Grammy award-winning score and the excitement, energy and dynamism of its Irish and International Dance.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced the return of RIVERDANCE with a brand new 25TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW filled with extraordinary music and dance. The stirring re-invention of the beloved favorite comes to the historic State Theatre (805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) Friday, Jan. 31, 2020 to Sunday, Feb. 2, 2020. RIVERDANCE is celebrated the world-over for its Grammy award-winning score and the excitement, energy and dynamism of its Irish and International Dance.
BroadwayWorld Seeks Contributors in Minneapolis
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
BroadwayWorld.com is looking for new contributors to help us grow our local coverage of theatre and support local talent and venues with our international platform! Find out more about joining the team!
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
BroadwayWorld.com is looking for new contributors to help us grow our local coverage of theatre and support local talent and venues with our international platform! Find out more about joining the team!
Children's Theatre Company Presents World Premiere of THE HOBBIT
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2019
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is proud to announce the production of The Hobbit, based on the beloved novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, running from March 12 through April 14, 2019, adapted for the stage and directed by Greg Banks, with music by Thomas Johnson. The cast for this new, nimble ensemble play includes Joy Dolo (Gandalf, Bombur, Troll, Gollum, Elven King, Ensemble), H. Adam Harris (Kili, Troll, Smaug, Ensemble), Becca Hart (Balin, Troll, Bard, Ensemble), Acting Company member Dean Holt (Bilbo Baggins), and Acting Company Member Reed Sigmund (Dwalin, Thorin, Spider, Ensemble) with Victor Zupanc and Bill Olson as the onstage musicians. Multiple special event nights are listed below.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2019
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is proud to announce the production of The Hobbit, based on the beloved novel by J.R.R. Tolkien, running from March 12 through April 14, 2019, adapted for the stage and directed by Greg Banks, with music by Thomas Johnson. The cast for this new, nimble ensemble play includes Joy Dolo (Gandalf, Bombur, Troll, Gollum, Elven King, Ensemble), H. Adam Harris (Kili, Troll, Smaug, Ensemble), Becca Hart (Balin, Troll, Bard, Ensemble), Acting Company member Dean Holt (Bilbo Baggins), and Acting Company Member Reed Sigmund (Dwalin, Thorin, Spider, Ensemble) with Victor Zupanc and Bill Olson as the onstage musicians. Multiple special event nights are listed below.
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Jesus Christ Superstar
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (12/9 - 12/28) | |
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Jerry Seinfeld
Orpheum Theatre (3/21 - 3/21) | |
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Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
Children's Theatre Company (11/4 - 1/4) | |
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The Best of Broadway Belters & A Band with Jen Burleigh-Bentz
History Theatre (4/18 - 4/18) | |
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Martha Graham Dance Company
Northrop (2/7 - 2/7) | |
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Elf - The Musical JR.
Stages Theatre Company (11/21 - 12/28)
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Blue Man Group
State Theatre (2/13 - 2/15) | |
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A Don't Hug Me Christmas Carol
Paramount Center for the Arts (12/26 - 12/26) | |
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