Suspenseful Sci-Fi Thriller THE NETHER to Open at Jungle Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2017
Casey Stangl (Fully Committed) returns to the Jungle from Los Angeles to direct Jennifer Haley's award-winning The Nether opening September 16 and on stage through October 15 at the Lyn-Lake neighborhood theater, 2951 Lyndale Ave. S. in Minneapolis. A smart and tightly wound drama, The Nether is both serpentine crime story and haunting sci-fi thriller exploring the consequences of living out private dreams in a world of ever-advancing technology.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2017
Casey Stangl (Fully Committed) returns to the Jungle from Los Angeles to direct Jennifer Haley's award-winning The Nether opening September 16 and on stage through October 15 at the Lyn-Lake neighborhood theater, 2951 Lyndale Ave. S. in Minneapolis. A smart and tightly wound drama, The Nether is both serpentine crime story and haunting sci-fi thriller exploring the consequences of living out private dreams in a world of ever-advancing technology.
The Soap Factory Presents COMMON ROOM, THE NEIGHBORHOOD MIXTAPE TOUR
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2017
The Neighborhood Mixed Tape Tour takes the concept of the classic mix tape, which channels feelings and ideas through curated musical playlists, and applies this mode of communication to paint an audio-portrait of Minneapolis neighborhoods' character and characteristics.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2017
The Neighborhood Mixed Tape Tour takes the concept of the classic mix tape, which channels feelings and ideas through curated musical playlists, and applies this mode of communication to paint an audio-portrait of Minneapolis neighborhoods' character and characteristics.
Ultimate Paisley Park Experience Announced
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2017
Prince's Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota has announced a new and enhanced museum tour, titled the "Ultimate Experience", which will provide visitors with exclusive access to new spaces and exhibit experiences within Paisley Park. Introduced as an even more immersive way for fans to tour Prince's iconic creative sanctuary located just outside Minneapolis, the Ultimate Experience will be offered for a limited time on Mondays alongside current General Admission and VIP tours, beginning August 14.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2017
Prince's Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota has announced a new and enhanced museum tour, titled the "Ultimate Experience", which will provide visitors with exclusive access to new spaces and exhibit experiences within Paisley Park. Introduced as an even more immersive way for fans to tour Prince's iconic creative sanctuary located just outside Minneapolis, the Ultimate Experience will be offered for a limited time on Mondays alongside current General Admission and VIP tours, beginning August 14.
BRAIN CANDY LIVE! Comes to Minneapolis This Fall
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2017
Hennepin Theatre Trust announces today the new live show BRAIN CANDY LIVE!, starring Adam Savage, editor-in-chief of Tested.com and former co-host of the Emmy-nominated Discovery series 'MythBusters," and Michael Stevens, creator of award-winning YouTube Channel "Vsauce" have added 24 cities to their 2017 tour starting in Providence, RI on November 14. BRAIN CANDY LIVE! will stop in Minneapolis for one night only at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - August 07, 2017
Hennepin Theatre Trust announces today the new live show BRAIN CANDY LIVE!, starring Adam Savage, editor-in-chief of Tested.com and former co-host of the Emmy-nominated Discovery series 'MythBusters," and Michael Stevens, creator of award-winning YouTube Channel "Vsauce" have added 24 cities to their 2017 tour starting in Providence, RI on November 14. BRAIN CANDY LIVE! will stop in Minneapolis for one night only at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2017 at 7 p.m.
Zeppelin Experience to Perform at The Ritz Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2017
PYPE Productions presents Zeppelin Experience, the Led Zeppelin cover band, performing Saturday August 26, 8:00pm at The Ritz Theater in Minneapolis. Admission is sliding scale, $20-$40. Tickets available at www.brownpapertickets.com or call 1-800-838-3006. The Ritz Theater is located at 345 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2017
PYPE Productions presents Zeppelin Experience, the Led Zeppelin cover band, performing Saturday August 26, 8:00pm at The Ritz Theater in Minneapolis. Admission is sliding scale, $20-$40. Tickets available at www.brownpapertickets.com or call 1-800-838-3006. The Ritz Theater is located at 345 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN.
NYC Theater Company Plunges Audiences Into Darkness
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2017
Hit the Lights! Theater Co. (HTL!) is pleased to present the award winning production of DUNGEON as part of the 2017 Minnesota Fringe Festival. DUNGEON tells the story of a young man falling into the unknown to rescue something he holds dear. It is told through movement, sound, flashlights, and without the use of dialogue or stage lighting. Inspired by kabuki, video games, horror movies, and pixar shorts, dungeon builds a world where the darkness speaks louder than the light.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2017
Hit the Lights! Theater Co. (HTL!) is pleased to present the award winning production of DUNGEON as part of the 2017 Minnesota Fringe Festival. DUNGEON tells the story of a young man falling into the unknown to rescue something he holds dear. It is told through movement, sound, flashlights, and without the use of dialogue or stage lighting. Inspired by kabuki, video games, horror movies, and pixar shorts, dungeon builds a world where the darkness speaks louder than the light.
Stages Theatre Company to Dive Into Theatre for the Very Young with SWIMMY
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2017
Stages Theatre Company (STC) is proud to present our newest Theatre for the Very Young production of Swimmy, based on the Caldecott Honor book by Leo Lionni.
by BWW News Desk - August 04, 2017
Stages Theatre Company (STC) is proud to present our newest Theatre for the Very Young production of Swimmy, based on the Caldecott Honor book by Leo Lionni.
A Broadway Favorite, Country Greats & More Headline Reif Performing Arts Center's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2017
On the heels of a multi-million dollar renovation, the Reif Performing Arts Center today announced one of its most entertaining season lineups to date.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2017
On the heels of a multi-million dollar renovation, the Reif Performing Arts Center today announced one of its most entertaining season lineups to date.
The Soap Factory Presents COMMON ROOM, THE ISLAND TOUR
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2017
The landscape of Minneapolis is home to many islands, both literal and metaphoric. On a bus tour - which will make an additional excursion onto open water - Common Room will explore some of these islands, and otherwise hear how the idea of an island is shaped by its surroundings.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2017
The landscape of Minneapolis is home to many islands, both literal and metaphoric. On a bus tour - which will make an additional excursion onto open water - Common Room will explore some of these islands, and otherwise hear how the idea of an island is shaped by its surroundings.
Theatre Novi Most to Present DANCING ON THE EDGE at The Southern Theater
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2017
Theatre Novi Most returns to the Southern Theater with the world premiere of a new play, Dancing on the Edge, about American modern dance pioneer Isadora Duncan and her lover, the Russian poet Sergei Esenin.
by BWW News Desk - August 02, 2017
Theatre Novi Most returns to the Southern Theater with the world premiere of a new play, Dancing on the Edge, about American modern dance pioneer Isadora Duncan and her lover, the Russian poet Sergei Esenin.
Minneapolis Run of the Broadway Musical FINDING NEVERLAND Tickets Go On Sale 8/4
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2017
Hennepin Theatre Trust will present FINDING NEVERLAND, Broadway.com's Audience Choice Award Winner for Best Musical, as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin Season Oct. 31-Nov. 5 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). Based on the Academy Award-winning Miramax motion picture by David Magee, and the play The Man Who Was Peter Pan by Allan Knee, FINDING NEVERLAND follows the relationship between playwright J.M. Barrie and the family that inspired Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up - one of the most beloved stories of all time.
by BWW News Desk - August 01, 2017
Hennepin Theatre Trust will present FINDING NEVERLAND, Broadway.com's Audience Choice Award Winner for Best Musical, as part of the 2017-2018 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin Season Oct. 31-Nov. 5 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). Based on the Academy Award-winning Miramax motion picture by David Magee, and the play The Man Who Was Peter Pan by Allan Knee, FINDING NEVERLAND follows the relationship between playwright J.M. Barrie and the family that inspired Peter Pan, or The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up - one of the most beloved stories of all time.
Tickets PJ MASKS LIVE! On Sale on 8/4 at 10 A.M.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2017
Entertainment One (eOne) and Round Room Presents are proud to announce that Hennepin Theatre Trust will present PJ MASKS LIVE! TIME TO BE A HERO, a brand-new, fully immersive musical production, on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the historic State Theatre (805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2017
Entertainment One (eOne) and Round Room Presents are proud to announce that Hennepin Theatre Trust will present PJ MASKS LIVE! TIME TO BE A HERO, a brand-new, fully immersive musical production, on Friday, Nov. 17, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. at the historic State Theatre (805 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
BWW Review: The New Play NATIVE GARDENS is a Comedy with a Conscience - Funny and Topical
by Jill Schafer - July 31, 2017
'I think comedy is disarming. I mean literally. You let down your armor so you can laugh. And if you laugh, you're taking things in. I want people who disagree to watch this play and be able to laugh at themselves.' Mission accomplished. The new play NATIVE GARDENS by Karen Zacarias (from whom this quote comes), now playing on the Guthrie proscenium stage, accomplishes this and more. Through the lens of neighbors disagreeing about a fence, she exposes our many prejudices, fears, and defenses. Everyone in the audience can recognize themselves and the prejudices they harbor, or the ones they've faced, and laugh at the ridiculousness of it all. The two couples in the play are on opposite sides of many issues, but through this dispute they eventually come to realize that despite their differences they both want the same thing - a nice yard to live in and friendly neighbors.
by Jill Schafer - July 31, 2017
'I think comedy is disarming. I mean literally. You let down your armor so you can laugh. And if you laugh, you're taking things in. I want people who disagree to watch this play and be able to laugh at themselves.' Mission accomplished. The new play NATIVE GARDENS by Karen Zacarias (from whom this quote comes), now playing on the Guthrie proscenium stage, accomplishes this and more. Through the lens of neighbors disagreeing about a fence, she exposes our many prejudices, fears, and defenses. Everyone in the audience can recognize themselves and the prejudices they harbor, or the ones they've faced, and laugh at the ridiculousness of it all. The two couples in the play are on opposite sides of many issues, but through this dispute they eventually come to realize that despite their differences they both want the same thing - a nice yard to live in and friendly neighbors.
The Soap Factory Presents DESTROY//ALL PLACES
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2017
In collaboration with local dancers and musicians, dance artist and composer Leyya Mona Tawil is bringing her day long performance Destroy// All Places to The Soap Factory.
by BWW News Desk - July 31, 2017
In collaboration with local dancers and musicians, dance artist and composer Leyya Mona Tawil is bringing her day long performance Destroy// All Places to The Soap Factory.
6 Questions & a Plug with JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR's James Rocco
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - July 28, 2017
Always a fun conversationalist, director and choreographer James Rocco shares some thoughts about this work on the Ordway's summer hit, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - July 28, 2017
Always a fun conversationalist, director and choreographer James Rocco shares some thoughts about this work on the Ordway's summer hit, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR.
BWW Review: The Ordway's Fan-Freakin-Tastic JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Closes this Weekend - Don't Miss It!
by Jill Schafer - July 28, 2017
The Ordway's recent string of excellent locally produced Broadway sized musicals continues with the popular Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, and it's fan-freakin-tastic. Unlike the Ordway's last original, WEST SIDE STORY, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is not one of my favorites; I've only seen it once before and never really listened to it. So I went into the show with mostly fresh eyes. I still think the piece is a bit weird, but there's something kinda fabulous about it. And the number one reason to see the show at the Ordway is this mostly local cast that is absolutely spectacular. The show is completely sung through, most of it at full volume, and everyone in the lead and featured roles just knocks it out of the park. And every member of the 30+ person ensemble (including several sweet-singing children) completely gives it their all. Notably, this cast is racially diverse (including an African American Jesus), a beautiful example of color-conscious casting by the Ordway.
by Jill Schafer - July 28, 2017
The Ordway's recent string of excellent locally produced Broadway sized musicals continues with the popular Andrew Lloyd Webber/Tim Rice rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, and it's fan-freakin-tastic. Unlike the Ordway's last original, WEST SIDE STORY, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is not one of my favorites; I've only seen it once before and never really listened to it. So I went into the show with mostly fresh eyes. I still think the piece is a bit weird, but there's something kinda fabulous about it. And the number one reason to see the show at the Ordway is this mostly local cast that is absolutely spectacular. The show is completely sung through, most of it at full volume, and everyone in the lead and featured roles just knocks it out of the park. And every member of the 30+ person ensemble (including several sweet-singing children) completely gives it their all. Notably, this cast is racially diverse (including an African American Jesus), a beautiful example of color-conscious casting by the Ordway.
Brave New Workshop Welcomes Groundbreaking Group ASPERGERS ARE US to the BNW ETC
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017
The Brave New Workshop Experimental Thinking Centre is proud to announce a show coming to the Twin Cities, "Asperger's Are Us."
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017
The Brave New Workshop Experimental Thinking Centre is proud to announce a show coming to the Twin Cities, "Asperger's Are Us."
MY FAVORITE MURDER Coming to Northrop This October
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017
Live Nation and Northrop present My Favorite Murder Live on Thu, Oct 19 at 8:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - July 27, 2017
Live Nation and Northrop present My Favorite Murder Live on Thu, Oct 19 at 8:00 pm.
BWW Review: Anoka's Lyric Arts Presents 'it's De-lovely' Anything Goes
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - July 25, 2017
Anoka's Lyric Arts Main Street Stage returns this summer with the comedic and uplifting Cole Porter, Guy Bolton, PG Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse musical Anything Goes. First produced in 1934, in the beginning of the Great Depression, Porter's memorable musical questions the country's status quo and then, the course of true love. Eighty two years later, the musical resonates with Porter's evocative lyrics from the title song: Good authors, too/Who once knew better words/ writing prose/ now use four letter words/ Anything goes/ truding in nude parties studios / Anything goes/ Why nobody will oppose/ Anything goes.
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - July 25, 2017
Anoka's Lyric Arts Main Street Stage returns this summer with the comedic and uplifting Cole Porter, Guy Bolton, PG Wodehouse, Howard Lindsay and Russell Crouse musical Anything Goes. First produced in 1934, in the beginning of the Great Depression, Porter's memorable musical questions the country's status quo and then, the course of true love. Eighty two years later, the musical resonates with Porter's evocative lyrics from the title song: Good authors, too/Who once knew better words/ writing prose/ now use four letter words/ Anything goes/ truding in nude parties studios / Anything goes/ Why nobody will oppose/ Anything goes.
6 Questions & a Plug with SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE's Mark Hartman
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - July 25, 2017
SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE paints beautiful pictures on stage with direction by Joseph Haj, but this is a summer musical, so let's get to know the man behind the sounds, music director Mark Hartman, in this 6 Questions & a Plug.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - July 25, 2017
SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE paints beautiful pictures on stage with direction by Joseph Haj, but this is a summer musical, so let's get to know the man behind the sounds, music director Mark Hartman, in this 6 Questions & a Plug.
The Soap Factory Presents COMMON ROOM, THE SACRED SPACES TOUR
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2017
The Sacred Space Tour explores our relation to the idea of the sacred in our daily lives-both concrete and symbolic.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2017
The Sacred Space Tour explores our relation to the idea of the sacred in our daily lives-both concrete and symbolic.
The Soap Factory Presents THE WALL
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2017
In the wake of an election that has left us facing such xenophobic rhetoric as "Build the Wall" and establishing a "Muslim Ban," many activists have said that we must build bridges in order to make human connections and provide people with sanctuary, not walls.
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2017
In the wake of an election that has left us facing such xenophobic rhetoric as "Build the Wall" and establishing a "Muslim Ban," many activists have said that we must build bridges in order to make human connections and provide people with sanctuary, not walls.
BWW Review: Gremlin Theatre Opens Their New St. Paul Performance Space with DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER - Escapist Entertainment Perfect for a Warm Summer Night
by Jill Schafer - July 21, 2017
Good news friends, Gremlin Theatre is back with a new performance space in St. Paul! Four years after losing their space on University and Raymond, which also hosted other theater companies and the Minnesota Fringe Festival, they've opened a brand new space just a few blocks away on Vandalia. They are continuing to make improvements to the space that includes a spacious lobby and an intimate thrust stage, conveniently located near the Green Line, just off highways 94 and 280, and right next door to Lake Monster Brewery, whose libations can be brought into the theater. And there's also free parking! What more could you ask for from a theater space? Just one more thing, and that's great theater. The inaugural production at the new Gremlin fulfills that last requirement - the hilarious and tight comedy DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER. It's a really funny and fast-moving show with a fantastic cast, and a great way to christen this exciting new St. Paul theater space!
by Jill Schafer - July 21, 2017
Good news friends, Gremlin Theatre is back with a new performance space in St. Paul! Four years after losing their space on University and Raymond, which also hosted other theater companies and the Minnesota Fringe Festival, they've opened a brand new space just a few blocks away on Vandalia. They are continuing to make improvements to the space that includes a spacious lobby and an intimate thrust stage, conveniently located near the Green Line, just off highways 94 and 280, and right next door to Lake Monster Brewery, whose libations can be brought into the theater. And there's also free parking! What more could you ask for from a theater space? Just one more thing, and that's great theater. The inaugural production at the new Gremlin fulfills that last requirement - the hilarious and tight comedy DON'T DRESS FOR DINNER. It's a really funny and fast-moving show with a fantastic cast, and a great way to christen this exciting new St. Paul theater space!
Enjoy Artisan Ales, Meet New Friends, and Support Stages Theatre Company's Mission!
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2017
Enjoy artisan ales, meet new friends, and support STC's mission!
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2017
Enjoy artisan ales, meet new friends, and support STC's mission!
COLLECTED STORIES, CHURCH AND STATE & More Included in Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company's Season
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2017
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company (MJTC) is pleased to announce its 23rd season of staging stories about Jewish history and culture with themes universal to people of all backgrounds. MJTC is led by producing artistic director Barbara Brooks.
by BWW News Desk - July 20, 2017
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company (MJTC) is pleased to announce its 23rd season of staging stories about Jewish history and culture with themes universal to people of all backgrounds. MJTC is led by producing artistic director Barbara Brooks.
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