BWW Review: Frank Theatre Makes a Powerful Statement in REVOLT. SHE SAID. REVOLT AGAIN.
by Jill Schafer - October 10, 2017
Potatoes and bluebells and watermelon, oh my! Just before Frank Theatre's production of Alice Birch's new play REVOLT. SHE SAID. REVOLT AGAIN, I posted on Instagram: 'I'm not sure what I'm in for but I'm pretty sure it's gonna to be awesome. And 70 minutes no intermission.' I was right on all counts. I'm still not entirely sure what happened, but it definitely was awesome, and short. Short, intense, and powerful. A six-person cast, a half dozen or so scenes, and a descent into organized chaos. All around the concept of feminism, and deconstructing our assumptions and language around it. Brave and outrageous and impactful and yeah, pretty awesome.
by Jill Schafer - October 10, 2017
Potatoes and bluebells and watermelon, oh my! Just before Frank Theatre's production of Alice Birch's new play REVOLT. SHE SAID. REVOLT AGAIN, I posted on Instagram: 'I'm not sure what I'm in for but I'm pretty sure it's gonna to be awesome. And 70 minutes no intermission.' I was right on all counts. I'm still not entirely sure what happened, but it definitely was awesome, and short. Short, intense, and powerful. A six-person cast, a half dozen or so scenes, and a descent into organized chaos. All around the concept of feminism, and deconstructing our assumptions and language around it. Brave and outrageous and impactful and yeah, pretty awesome.
Children's Theatre Company to Return with Holiday Favorite, DR. SEUSS'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) announces the reprise of audience favorite Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas for the holidays, a production that has delighted since its world premiere at CTC in 1994.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) announces the reprise of audience favorite Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas for the holidays, a production that has delighted since its world premiere at CTC in 1994.
Playwrights' Center Sets Lineup for 2017 PlayLabs Festival
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
The Playwrights' Center's annual PlayLabs new play festival runs Monday, October 23, through Sunday, October 29, 2017. The featured playwrights are Jason Gray Platt ('Take Care'), Jen Silverman ('In the Time of the Volcano') and Alice Tuan ('A Humbling in St. Paul'), all Core Writers at the Center.
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2017
The Playwrights' Center's annual PlayLabs new play festival runs Monday, October 23, through Sunday, October 29, 2017. The featured playwrights are Jason Gray Platt ('Take Care'), Jen Silverman ('In the Time of the Volcano') and Alice Tuan ('A Humbling in St. Paul'), all Core Writers at the Center.
The Soap Factory Presents TRESTLE SUPPORT SYSTEMS
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2017
On October 25th - November 8th, The Soap Factory presents Rethinking Public Spaces project, Trestle Support Systems, by Pete Driessen at the Northern Pacific Rail Yard site in Brainerd, MN.
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2017
On October 25th - November 8th, The Soap Factory presents Rethinking Public Spaces project, Trestle Support Systems, by Pete Driessen at the Northern Pacific Rail Yard site in Brainerd, MN.
6 Questions & a Plug with ROMEO & JULIET'S Ryan-James Hatanaka
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - October 08, 2017
The teens of old-world stories are much the same as the teens of today, as we learn in this modernized telling of ROMEO and JULIET at the Guthrie Theater. Ryan-James Hatanaka plays the star-crossed lover Romeo and shares some insight into this production and his take on the role in 6 Questions & a Plug.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - October 08, 2017
The teens of old-world stories are much the same as the teens of today, as we learn in this modernized telling of ROMEO and JULIET at the Guthrie Theater. Ryan-James Hatanaka plays the star-crossed lover Romeo and shares some insight into this production and his take on the role in 6 Questions & a Plug.
Hennepin Theatre Trust Auditioning Local Kids for 'Lulu' in WAITRESS
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
WAITRESS, the Tony-nominated musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles, will make its Minnesota premiere at the Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis) for a limited one-week engagement as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin Season Nov. 21-26, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
WAITRESS, the Tony-nominated musical from Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles, will make its Minnesota premiere at the Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis) for a limited one-week engagement as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin Season Nov. 21-26, 2017.
Guthrie Theater's Jennifer Bielstein Elected President of the League of Resident Theatres
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
The Guthrie Theater announced that Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein has been elected as president of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT), the largest professional theater association of its kind in the United States, boasting 72 member Theatres in 29 states and the District of Columbia. Bielstein succeeds Timothy J. Shields, the managing director of McCarter Theatre Center, and began her three-year term in May 2017.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2017
The Guthrie Theater announced that Managing Director Jennifer Bielstein has been elected as president of the League of Resident Theatres (LORT), the largest professional theater association of its kind in the United States, boasting 72 member Theatres in 29 states and the District of Columbia. Bielstein succeeds Timothy J. Shields, the managing director of McCarter Theatre Center, and began her three-year term in May 2017.
Northrop presents NEW YORK CITY BALLET MOVES
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
New York City Ballet MOVES makes its grand return to Northrop's stage after five years on Sat, Oct. 28 at 7:30 pm as part of the 2017//18 Northrop Dance Season . This select group of NYCB principal dancers, soloists, corps members and musicians offer a stunning repertory program of five different ballets four with live music. Works include pieces by NYCB's co-founding choreographers, George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, as well as exciting contemporary artists Justin Peck, Christopher Wheeldon and Angelin Preljocaj.
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2017
New York City Ballet MOVES makes its grand return to Northrop's stage after five years on Sat, Oct. 28 at 7:30 pm as part of the 2017//18 Northrop Dance Season . This select group of NYCB principal dancers, soloists, corps members and musicians offer a stunning repertory program of five different ballets four with live music. Works include pieces by NYCB's co-founding choreographers, George Balanchine and Jerome Robbins, as well as exciting contemporary artists Justin Peck, Christopher Wheeldon and Angelin Preljocaj.
Gun Violence and God American Politics Explored in New Play at MJTC
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company (MJTC) continues its 23rd season with Church & State by Jason Odell Williams.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company (MJTC) continues its 23rd season with Church & State by Jason Odell Williams.
Theatre Coup d'Etat to Present Original Adaptation of MOBY DICK
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Herman Melville's Moby Dick has been called the 'greatest American novel'. This adaptation illustrates what truly makes America great - diversity, inclusion, and hard work. Coup d'Etat's Moby Dick is the story of a diverse crew of sailors working during the height of the whaling industry, as told through the eyes of a callow narrator, Ishmael.
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2017
Herman Melville's Moby Dick has been called the 'greatest American novel'. This adaptation illustrates what truly makes America great - diversity, inclusion, and hard work. Coup d'Etat's Moby Dick is the story of a diverse crew of sailors working during the height of the whaling industry, as told through the eyes of a callow narrator, Ishmael.
Jungle Theatre Announces 2018 Season and Other Exciting Developments
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
The Jungle Theater announced today its 2018 Season an energizing and remarkable line-up of music-filled shows boasting prominent musicians and three Midwest premieres of hit New York shows.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
The Jungle Theater announced today its 2018 Season an energizing and remarkable line-up of music-filled shows boasting prominent musicians and three Midwest premieres of hit New York shows.
THE THREE BONNIES Returns to The Celtic Junction Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
DA dance will present The Three Bonnies, Thursday, October 19, Friday, October 20 and Saturday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. at The Celtic Junction Arts Center, 836 Prior Avenue N, Saint Paul. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under available at vitalculture.com/thecelticjunction.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2017
DA dance will present The Three Bonnies, Thursday, October 19, Friday, October 20 and Saturday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m. at The Celtic Junction Arts Center, 836 Prior Avenue N, Saint Paul. Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under available at vitalculture.com/thecelticjunction.
SPCO Liquid Music and Walker Art Center to Present Violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
On Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Walker Art Center galleries in Minneapolis, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series and Walker Art Center present Patricia Kopatchinskaja performing Luigi Nono's La Lontananza Nostalgica Utopica Futura for violin and electronics. Supported by TargetFree Thursday Nights at The Walker Art Center, the event is free and open to all.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
On Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. in the Walker Art Center galleries in Minneapolis, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series and Walker Art Center present Patricia Kopatchinskaja performing Luigi Nono's La Lontananza Nostalgica Utopica Futura for violin and electronics. Supported by TargetFree Thursday Nights at The Walker Art Center, the event is free and open to all.
Nominations Now Open for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards!
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Nominations are NOW OPEN for the 2017 BroadwayWorld Regional Awards! Regional productions, touring shows, community theatre and more are all included, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites! Nominations are reader-submitted and will be open through October 31.
The Soap Factory Presents COLLECTIVELY WE SUPPORT YOUR AUTONOMY
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Monica Sheets: Collectively We Support Your Autonomy Monica is installing a large-scale neon sign created in collaboration with Ne-Art Custom Neon in Northeast Minneapolis on the Soap Factory's roof.
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2017
Monica Sheets: Collectively We Support Your Autonomy Monica is installing a large-scale neon sign created in collaboration with Ne-Art Custom Neon in Northeast Minneapolis on the Soap Factory's roof.
Swandive Theatre to Premiere Sam Graber's mONSTER This Fall
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
A powerful and timely new play, mONSTER is a disquieting look at the beginning of the web and it's evolution into today's ever present, indispensable yet destructive tool. It questions whether the culture of online hate is a new form of violence or one that has been there, lurking within us all.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2017
A powerful and timely new play, mONSTER is a disquieting look at the beginning of the web and it's evolution into today's ever present, indispensable yet destructive tool. It questions whether the culture of online hate is a new form of violence or one that has been there, lurking within us all.
Nationally Award Winning BALLOONACY Inspires the Very Young at Children's Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2017
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) will present Balloonacy, written by Barry Kornhauser and recipient of the American Association of Theatre in Education (AATE) Distinguished Play Award.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2017
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) will present Balloonacy, written by Barry Kornhauser and recipient of the American Association of Theatre in Education (AATE) Distinguished Play Award.
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BWW Review: Pillsbury House Theatre's Odd and Oddly Titled [ALMOST EQUAL TO] is a Uniquely Entertaining and Starkly Relevant Look at Capitalism
by Jill Schafer - September 27, 2017
Swedish playwright Jonas Hassen Khemiri's* work makes its area debut with Pillsbury House Theatre's excellent production of the odd and oddly titled ALMOST EQUAL TO . But odd in a good way, odd in that it's uniquely structured and covers many topics and doesn't always entirely make sense. In fact pre- and mid-show announcements break the fourth wall a bit and tell us what to expect (or not). According to the program, the play 'is a commentary on the constraints and effects of living within a capitalist economic system.' A mix of economics, sociology, and family drama, ALMOST EQUAL TO will leave you questioning the very meaning of money. In a world with vast inequalities of wealth, that's a worthy thing to think about in a play that's also engaging and entertaining.
by Jill Schafer - September 27, 2017
Swedish playwright Jonas Hassen Khemiri's* work makes its area debut with Pillsbury House Theatre's excellent production of the odd and oddly titled ALMOST EQUAL TO . But odd in a good way, odd in that it's uniquely structured and covers many topics and doesn't always entirely make sense. In fact pre- and mid-show announcements break the fourth wall a bit and tell us what to expect (or not). According to the program, the play 'is a commentary on the constraints and effects of living within a capitalist economic system.' A mix of economics, sociology, and family drama, ALMOST EQUAL TO will leave you questioning the very meaning of money. In a world with vast inequalities of wealth, that's a worthy thing to think about in a play that's also engaging and entertaining.
Raw Sugar and Theatre Corrobora Present BASED ON/A TRUE STORY Two Play Event
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
This November at The Southern Theater, Raw Sugar and Theatre Corrobora are teaming up to present a theatrical event of two original works that explore the personal, real-life stories of three local female artists.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2017
This November at The Southern Theater, Raw Sugar and Theatre Corrobora are teaming up to present a theatrical event of two original works that explore the personal, real-life stories of three local female artists.
6 Questions & a Plug with JC Montgomery of ALADDIN
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - September 25, 2017
Rub your lamp and make your three wishes: it's time to get to the Orpheum to see ALADDIN by Oct. 8, and on the way, get to know more about the Sultan, actor JC Montgomery, as he answers 6 questions.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - September 25, 2017
Rub your lamp and make your three wishes: it's time to get to the Orpheum to see ALADDIN by Oct. 8, and on the way, get to know more about the Sultan, actor JC Montgomery, as he answers 6 questions.
BWW Review: Yellow Tree Theatre Opens 10th Season with Remount of the Original Play that Started it All - the Charming, Funny, and Quirky Rom-Com STRING
by Jill Schafer - September 24, 2017
Seven years ago, just a few months after I started this #TCTheater blogging adventure I call Cherry and Spoon, a friend told me about this little theater in a strip mall in Osseo. Since at the time I worked just a few miles away, I organized a group of coworkers to go see a play after work one day. That play was STRING, and the theater was Yellow Tree Theatre. Now, to celebrate their 10th season, they're bringing back STRING, written by Yellow Tree co-founder Jessica Lind Peterson and co-starring her and her husband and co-founder Jason Peterson, their first time on stage together in years. If you're a Yellow Tree fan, it's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate this full circle moment with them, and if you've never been to Yellow Tree, it's time to make the (not that long) drive to the Northwest suburbs to see this charming, funny, quirky, sweet little play that started it all, a play that is 'as Yellow Tree as plays get.'
by Jill Schafer - September 24, 2017
Seven years ago, just a few months after I started this #TCTheater blogging adventure I call Cherry and Spoon, a friend told me about this little theater in a strip mall in Osseo. Since at the time I worked just a few miles away, I organized a group of coworkers to go see a play after work one day. That play was STRING, and the theater was Yellow Tree Theatre. Now, to celebrate their 10th season, they're bringing back STRING, written by Yellow Tree co-founder Jessica Lind Peterson and co-starring her and her husband and co-founder Jason Peterson, their first time on stage together in years. If you're a Yellow Tree fan, it's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate this full circle moment with them, and if you've never been to Yellow Tree, it's time to make the (not that long) drive to the Northwest suburbs to see this charming, funny, quirky, sweet little play that started it all, a play that is 'as Yellow Tree as plays get.'
Malpaso Dance Company Joins Zenon Dance Company for Special Presentation
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
An exciting international 'double-header' collaboration of Havana-based Malpaso Dance Company and Minnesota's own Zenon Dance Company will kick off the 2017//18 Northrop Dance Season on Tue, Oct 10 at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2017
An exciting international 'double-header' collaboration of Havana-based Malpaso Dance Company and Minnesota's own Zenon Dance Company will kick off the 2017//18 Northrop Dance Season on Tue, Oct 10 at 7:30 pm.
Prince's Paisley Park Announces Celebration For First Anniversary Of Opening
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota is hosting a first anniversary celebration of its opening on October 6th, 2017. Visitors will see all new artifacts and installations representing iconic periods in Prince's career, including new pieces from the Under The Cherry Moon, Diamonds And Pearls, Sign O' The Times, Emancipation, Musicology, Welcome 2 America and 3RDEYEGIRL eras. In addition, fans are invited to attend a special Paisley Park After Dark dance party on the evening of Oct 6th. Attendees to the After Dark will have the opportunity to screen a new and exclusive video highlighting key moments through the past twelve months at Paisley Park, including the four-day CELEBRATION 2017 event. Fans who purchase tour tickets for October 6th will receive a special commemorative poster and celebratory piece of cake.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota is hosting a first anniversary celebration of its opening on October 6th, 2017. Visitors will see all new artifacts and installations representing iconic periods in Prince's career, including new pieces from the Under The Cherry Moon, Diamonds And Pearls, Sign O' The Times, Emancipation, Musicology, Welcome 2 America and 3RDEYEGIRL eras. In addition, fans are invited to attend a special Paisley Park After Dark dance party on the evening of Oct 6th. Attendees to the After Dark will have the opportunity to screen a new and exclusive video highlighting key moments through the past twelve months at Paisley Park, including the four-day CELEBRATION 2017 event. Fans who purchase tour tickets for October 6th will receive a special commemorative poster and celebratory piece of cake.
VIDEO: Sneak Peek Behind the Scenes of THE HOBBIT at Stages Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the publication of J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy novel, running September 22 - October 22 at Stages Theatre Company. Below, get an exclusive sneak peek of this brand new production of the classic book!
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2017
Celebrate the 80th Anniversary of the publication of J.R.R. Tolkien's classic fantasy novel, running September 22 - October 22 at Stages Theatre Company. Below, get an exclusive sneak peek of this brand new production of the classic book!
BWW Review: A New Original Musical about Hockey THE ABOMINABLES Debuts at Children's Theatre Company with Plenty of Minnesota Charm
by Jill Schafer - September 20, 2017
A musical about youth hockey with an abominable snowman, er... yeti? It's gotta be Minnesota, and it's gotta be the Children's Theatre Company. It's no surprise that this new original musical is a surefire hit, the only surprise is that it took them so long to come up with the idea. THE ABOMINABLES was developed by The Civilians, a NYC-based theater company, and researched and workshopped right here in Minnesota. This feels like authentic portrayal, if a bit extreme and fantastical. I attended a backstage tour at the Children's Theatre a few weeks ago, which was hugely exciting as things were starting to come together. It's such a thrill to see the final product this opening weekend and to report to you that this is not only a super fun and entertaining new original musical for kids and adults alike, but also one that celebrates the good (and gently mocks the less than good) of our beloved state of Minnesota while telling a heart-warming story about teamwork, friendship, community, and family that, yes, brought tears to my eyes.
by Jill Schafer - September 20, 2017
A musical about youth hockey with an abominable snowman, er... yeti? It's gotta be Minnesota, and it's gotta be the Children's Theatre Company. It's no surprise that this new original musical is a surefire hit, the only surprise is that it took them so long to come up with the idea. THE ABOMINABLES was developed by The Civilians, a NYC-based theater company, and researched and workshopped right here in Minnesota. This feels like authentic portrayal, if a bit extreme and fantastical. I attended a backstage tour at the Children's Theatre a few weeks ago, which was hugely exciting as things were starting to come together. It's such a thrill to see the final product this opening weekend and to report to you that this is not only a super fun and entertaining new original musical for kids and adults alike, but also one that celebrates the good (and gently mocks the less than good) of our beloved state of Minnesota while telling a heart-warming story about teamwork, friendship, community, and family that, yes, brought tears to my eyes.
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Jesus Christ Superstar
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (12/9 - 12/28) | |
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New Years eve with Chase and Ovation- The world's 19yr running, paramount tribute to PRINCE!
Hanifl Performing Arts Center (12/31 - 12/31) | |
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Kimberly Akimbo
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (2/24 - 3/1) | |
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Zarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses
Pantages Theatre (4/24 - 4/24) | |
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Whoosh!
History Theatre (1/29 - 2/22) | |
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Dial M for Murder
Duluth Playhouse at the NorShor Theatre (1/30 - 2/8) | |
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Les Miserables
Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis (2/17 - 2/22) | |
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Baron Vordenburg's Guide to the Para-Normal
Bryant Lake Bowl (1/16 - 1/31) | |
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