Tickets on Sale Wednesday for LOVE NEVER DIES
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced Andrew Lloyd Webber's LOVE NEVER DIES, the spellbinding sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, makes its Minneapolis premiere as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season June 26-July 1, 2018 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2018
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced Andrew Lloyd Webber's LOVE NEVER DIES, the spellbinding sequel to The Phantom of the Opera, makes its Minneapolis premiere as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season June 26-July 1, 2018 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
New Harrison David Rivers Play Closes Playwrights' Center Season
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
The 2017-18 Ruth Easton New Play Series at the Playwrights' Center closes April 9 and 10 with Core Writer Harrison David Rivers' new play 'the bandaged place.' The readings begin at 7 p.m. at the Playwrights' Center, located at 2301 E. Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis. They are free, but reservations are recommended and can be made at pwcenter.org.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
The 2017-18 Ruth Easton New Play Series at the Playwrights' Center closes April 9 and 10 with Core Writer Harrison David Rivers' new play 'the bandaged place.' The readings begin at 7 p.m. at the Playwrights' Center, located at 2301 E. Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis. They are free, but reservations are recommended and can be made at pwcenter.org.
Children's Theatre Company/The Old Globe/The Old Vic Announce the U.S. Premiere and Casting for Dr. Seuss's THE LORAX
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) together with The Old Globe (San Diego) in partnership with The Old Vic (London) today announced details for the Minneapolis and San Diego productions of Dr. Seuss's The Lorax, based on the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) together with The Old Globe (San Diego) in partnership with The Old Vic (London) today announced details for the Minneapolis and San Diego productions of Dr. Seuss's The Lorax, based on the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss.
Minnesota Street Project Presents OPHELIA: REBEL MEME TO SYSTEMS OF POWER & OPPRESSION Panel
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2018
This Thursday, March 22 from 6-8pm, the panel discussion OPHELIA: REBEL MEME TO SYSTEMS OF POWER & OPPRESSION, will be held in conjunction with the live performance and video sculpture installation of Nadja Verena Marcin's OPHELIA at Minnesota Street Project (March 3 - 31).
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2018
This Thursday, March 22 from 6-8pm, the panel discussion OPHELIA: REBEL MEME TO SYSTEMS OF POWER & OPPRESSION, will be held in conjunction with the live performance and video sculpture installation of Nadja Verena Marcin's OPHELIA at Minnesota Street Project (March 3 - 31).
Minnesota Orchestra Announces 2018-19 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
Music Director Osmo Vanska and the Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra today unveiled plans for the ensemble's 2018-19 season, which includes Classical, Inside the Classics, Holiday, Live at Orchestra Hall, Chamber Music, Jazz in the Target Atrium, and Young People's and Family concerts.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
Music Director Osmo Vanska and the Grammy Award-winning Minnesota Orchestra today unveiled plans for the ensemble's 2018-19 season, which includes Classical, Inside the Classics, Holiday, Live at Orchestra Hall, Chamber Music, Jazz in the Target Atrium, and Young People's and Family concerts.
6 Questions & a Plug with INDECENT's Ben Cherry
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 16, 2018
Actor Ben Cherry provides his deep appreciation for this play with music that's reminiscent of his character Lemml's feelings for the play within the play. Read on and see this show before it closes March 24.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 16, 2018
Actor Ben Cherry provides his deep appreciation for this play with music that's reminiscent of his character Lemml's feelings for the play within the play. Read on and see this show before it closes March 24.
Penumbra Presents 2018-19 Season BEYOND BELIEF
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
Penumbra Theatre embarks on an exciting new season under Artistic Director Sarah Bellamy. The 2018-2019 Season, Beyond Belief, explores the rituals, practices, and creative forces that both bind and enliven us. The lineup features classic and contemporary works by emerging and established black artists, the return of the popular Let's Talk series, and meaningful community outreach programming celebrating African American art and culture.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
Penumbra Theatre embarks on an exciting new season under Artistic Director Sarah Bellamy. The 2018-2019 Season, Beyond Belief, explores the rituals, practices, and creative forces that both bind and enliven us. The lineup features classic and contemporary works by emerging and established black artists, the return of the popular Let's Talk series, and meaningful community outreach programming celebrating African American art and culture.
Trademark Theater Announces Second Season
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2018
Trademark Theater's sophomore year features the staging of a world premiere production, an intimate one-night-only concert, and a workshop reading that invites the public to engage first-hand in the making of theater. According to Artistic Director Tyler Michaels, "We are doubling down on our commitment to new works by pursuing non-traditional methods of creating and presenting live theater. We were incredibly proud to premier The Boy and Robin Hood in our inaugural year, and I am thrilled that we are continuing to play, challenge, and explore."
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2018
Trademark Theater's sophomore year features the staging of a world premiere production, an intimate one-night-only concert, and a workshop reading that invites the public to engage first-hand in the making of theater. According to Artistic Director Tyler Michaels, "We are doubling down on our commitment to new works by pursuing non-traditional methods of creating and presenting live theater. We were incredibly proud to premier The Boy and Robin Hood in our inaugural year, and I am thrilled that we are continuing to play, challenge, and explore."
HTT Announces Additional Casting for THE 24 HOUR PLAYS
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2018
Hennepin Theatre Trust and University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) School of Fine Arts have announced additional casting for the second annual performance of THE 24 HOUR PLAYS on Monday, March 26 at 8 p.m. at the historic Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2018
Hennepin Theatre Trust and University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) School of Fine Arts have announced additional casting for the second annual performance of THE 24 HOUR PLAYS on Monday, March 26 at 8 p.m. at the historic Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
KINKY BOOTS Struts into the Ordway
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2018
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is thrilled to present TROIKA Entertainment's KINKY BOOTS, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award-winner for Best Score for KINKY BOOTS), April 3-8. Tickets start at $48 and can be purchased online at www.ordway.org, by phone at 651-224-4222 or in person at the Ordway ticket office.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2018
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is thrilled to present TROIKA Entertainment's KINKY BOOTS, the smash-hit musical that brings together four-time Tony Award-winner Harvey Fierstein (Book) and Grammy Award-winning rock icon Cyndi Lauper (Tony Award-winner for Best Score for KINKY BOOTS), April 3-8. Tickets start at $48 and can be purchased online at www.ordway.org, by phone at 651-224-4222 or in person at the Ordway ticket office.
Minneapolis' Huxley Westemeier Joining Cast of SCHOOL OF ROCK
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 08, 2018
Meet Minneapolis' newest Broadway actor, 10-year-old Huxley Westemeier, who is going on the national tour of SCHOOL OF ROCK in 6 Questons & a Plug.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 08, 2018
Meet Minneapolis' newest Broadway actor, 10-year-old Huxley Westemeier, who is going on the national tour of SCHOOL OF ROCK in 6 Questons & a Plug.
Theatre in the Round Players Presents Oscar Wilde's THE CANTERVILLE GHOST
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) continues its 66th season with The Canterville Ghost, in weekend performances from March 16 - April 8, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) continues its 66th season with The Canterville Ghost, in weekend performances from March 16 - April 8, 2018.
The Guthrie Lines Up Classic Favorites and Bold New Works for 2018/19 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
The Guthrie Theater (Joseph Haj, Artistic Director) today announced seven of the eight productions to be offered as part of the theater's 2018-2019 subscription season, including Playing with Fire by Barbara Field based upon the novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Metamorphoses, written and directed by Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, and the renowned musical comedy Guys and Dolls on the Wurtele Thrust Stage, and Michael Frayn's Noises Off, The Great Leap by rising playwright Lauren Yee, Cyrano de Bergerac, adapted and directed by Joseph Haj, and the world premiere of Floyd's, a Guthrie commission by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, on the McGuire Proscenium Stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
The Guthrie Theater (Joseph Haj, Artistic Director) today announced seven of the eight productions to be offered as part of the theater's 2018-2019 subscription season, including Playing with Fire by Barbara Field based upon the novel Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Metamorphoses, written and directed by Tony Award winner Mary Zimmerman, and the renowned musical comedy Guys and Dolls on the Wurtele Thrust Stage, and Michael Frayn's Noises Off, The Great Leap by rising playwright Lauren Yee, Cyrano de Bergerac, adapted and directed by Joseph Haj, and the world premiere of Floyd's, a Guthrie commission by Pulitzer Prize winner Lynn Nottage, on the McGuire Proscenium Stage.
Theatre Coup d'Etat Presents the Annual fundraiser, Coup de Carnivale
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
Theatre Coup d'Etat welcomes one and all to its annual fundraiser, Coup de Carnivale, brought to you by Bryant Lake Bowl & Theater!
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2018
Theatre Coup d'Etat welcomes one and all to its annual fundraiser, Coup de Carnivale, brought to you by Bryant Lake Bowl & Theater!
Illusion Theater Presents THE PINK UNICORN With Kate Guentzel, 4/5-22
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
This spring, Illusion Theater presents THE PINK UNICORN, a one-woman comedy starring Ivey Award-winning Kate Guentzel (My Ántonia) and directed by Illusion's Michael Robins. On stage April 5-22, The Pink Unicorn will be at Illusion's downtown Minneapolis theater, located on the eighth floor of the Cowles Center for Dance & The Performing Arts at 528 Hennepin Avenue.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
This spring, Illusion Theater presents THE PINK UNICORN, a one-woman comedy starring Ivey Award-winning Kate Guentzel (My Ántonia) and directed by Illusion's Michael Robins. On stage April 5-22, The Pink Unicorn will be at Illusion's downtown Minneapolis theater, located on the eighth floor of the Cowles Center for Dance & The Performing Arts at 528 Hennepin Avenue.
Broadway's Record-Breaking, Tony Award-Winning Musical Smash CHICAGO Returns To Minneapolis This June
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and it will be PURE ENTERTAINMENT when it returns to Minneapolis as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season June 5-10, 2018 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is now the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history -- and it still shows no sign of ever slowing down!
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and it will be PURE ENTERTAINMENT when it returns to Minneapolis as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season June 5-10, 2018 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is now the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history -- and it still shows no sign of ever slowing down!
THE WOLVES Makes its Minnesota Debut at The Jungle
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2018
The Jungle Theater puts on its game face with the Minnesota premiere of The Wolves, a portrait of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals. Jungle Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen directs this Pulitzer Prize Finalist play by Sarah DeLappe, on stage March 31-April 29.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2018
The Jungle Theater puts on its game face with the Minnesota premiere of The Wolves, a portrait of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals. Jungle Artistic Director Sarah Rasmussen directs this Pulitzer Prize Finalist play by Sarah DeLappe, on stage March 31-April 29.
Market Garden Theatre To Produce Eric Coble's MY BARKING DOG
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2018
Market Garden Theatre kicks off 2018 with the Minnesota premiere of My Barking Dog by Eric Coble, a dynamic and thought-provoking piece on our role within nature and its role in us. Directed by Market Garden Theatre's Artistic Director, Lucas Skjaret, My Barking Dog will play April 20 - 29 at the Crane Theater's studio space in NE Minneapolis.
by BWW News Desk - March 02, 2018
Market Garden Theatre kicks off 2018 with the Minnesota premiere of My Barking Dog by Eric Coble, a dynamic and thought-provoking piece on our role within nature and its role in us. Directed by Market Garden Theatre's Artistic Director, Lucas Skjaret, My Barking Dog will play April 20 - 29 at the Crane Theater's studio space in NE Minneapolis.
BWW Review: INDECENT at the Guthrie
by Karen Bovard - February 28, 2018
INDECENT is a play about a play: Sholom Asch's GOD OF VENGEANCE, first performed in 1907 in Berlin, then widely across Europe, and eventually in 1923 in New York. There it was censored and the acting troupe was arrested and jailed. It's also about how writers work, about forbidden love, about family, about being an immigrant to the US who speaks with an accent, about Yiddish theater and changing tastes on Broadway, about McCarthyism, and, yes, about the Holocaust.
by Karen Bovard - February 28, 2018
INDECENT is a play about a play: Sholom Asch's GOD OF VENGEANCE, first performed in 1907 in Berlin, then widely across Europe, and eventually in 1923 in New York. There it was censored and the acting troupe was arrested and jailed. It's also about how writers work, about forbidden love, about family, about being an immigrant to the US who speaks with an accent, about Yiddish theater and changing tastes on Broadway, about McCarthyism, and, yes, about the Holocaust.
CTC To Receive $75,000 Grant From The NEA
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $25 million in grants as part of the NEA's first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $75,000 to Children's Theatre Company supporting the development and production of three new theatre works for young audiences, including the production of Corduroy which opens March 9, 2018 and two new commissions.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2018
National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $25 million in grants as part of the NEA's first major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $75,000 to Children's Theatre Company supporting the development and production of three new theatre works for young audiences, including the production of Corduroy which opens March 9, 2018 and two new commissions.
Stages Theatre Company Announces 35th Anniversary Season, "The Most Magnificent Season"
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2018
Stages Theatre Company (STC) has announced its 35th Anniversary Season! Looking around our world, it seems so much has changed since 1984. On the other hand, much has remained constant. The Stages Theatre Company mission of enrichment and education of children and youth in a professional theatre environment that stimulates artistic excellence and personal growth is unchanged, and our MAGNIFICENT ANNIVERSARY SEASON reflects that and MORE.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2018
Stages Theatre Company (STC) has announced its 35th Anniversary Season! Looking around our world, it seems so much has changed since 1984. On the other hand, much has remained constant. The Stages Theatre Company mission of enrichment and education of children and youth in a professional theatre environment that stimulates artistic excellence and personal growth is unchanged, and our MAGNIFICENT ANNIVERSARY SEASON reflects that and MORE.
BAT OUT OF HELL, FALSETTOS, and More Headed to Ordway Center for 2018/19 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts revealed today its 2018-19 Broadway Series sponsored by Bremer Bank, featuring an exciting mix of Ordway Originals, popular touring productions and an international hit show visiting the Twin Cities as a part of its North American premiere tour.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts revealed today its 2018-19 Broadway Series sponsored by Bremer Bank, featuring an exciting mix of Ordway Originals, popular touring productions and an international hit show visiting the Twin Cities as a part of its North American premiere tour.
THE WIZ Extends Due to Community Support
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) and Penumbra Theatre announced today they will extend their critically-acclaimed production of The Wiz by an additional week due to the tremendous response from the community. The show has received glowing reviews from arts critics around the Twin Cities and an estimated 52,000 people have seen the production to date. The additional week will add over 5,000 more available seats for audiences to enjoy this production.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) and Penumbra Theatre announced today they will extend their critically-acclaimed production of The Wiz by an additional week due to the tremendous response from the community. The show has received glowing reviews from arts critics around the Twin Cities and an estimated 52,000 people have seen the production to date. The additional week will add over 5,000 more available seats for audiences to enjoy this production.
Minnesota Students Play With Legendary Drummer For Talent Show At D.C.'s Kennedy Center
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Lifelong professional musician and Universal Music Center Executive Director and Founder Mike Arturi (longtime member of rock band The Lovin' Spoonful known for hits including 'Do You Believe in Magic' and 'Summer in the City') will join students from Minnesota Turnaround Arts Schools for a special performance at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Arturi and the students will perform a hand drum and dance presentation as part of the Turnaround Arts Talent Show on Sunday, March 11 at 4 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Lifelong professional musician and Universal Music Center Executive Director and Founder Mike Arturi (longtime member of rock band The Lovin' Spoonful known for hits including 'Do You Believe in Magic' and 'Summer in the City') will join students from Minnesota Turnaround Arts Schools for a special performance at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Arturi and the students will perform a hand drum and dance presentation as part of the Turnaround Arts Talent Show on Sunday, March 11 at 4 p.m.
Skylark Opera Theatre Presents AS ONE
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2018
SKYLARK OPERA THEATRE IS THRILLED TO PRESENT The Minnesota premiere of AS ONE. Music and Concept by Laura Kaminsky. Libretto by Mark Campbell and Kimberly Reed. Film by Kimberly Reed. Starring Luke Williams as Hannah Before and Bergen Baker as Hannah After Robert Neu, Director Jeffrey Stirling, Music Director
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2018
SKYLARK OPERA THEATRE IS THRILLED TO PRESENT The Minnesota premiere of AS ONE. Music and Concept by Laura Kaminsky. Libretto by Mark Campbell and Kimberly Reed. Film by Kimberly Reed. Starring Luke Williams as Hannah Before and Bergen Baker as Hannah After Robert Neu, Director Jeffrey Stirling, Music Director
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