Melissa Gilbert and Timothy Busfield Join THE 24 HOUR PLAYS at the Pantages
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2017
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that celebrated actors MELISSA GILBERT and TIMOTHY BUSFIELD are joining the cast of the Minnesota premiere of THE 24 HOUR PLAYS® on Monday, March 13 at 8 p.m. at the historic Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). This one-night-only event brings together the extraordinary talent of local and nationally-known artists to create six new theatrical plays within 24 hours.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2017
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that celebrated actors MELISSA GILBERT and TIMOTHY BUSFIELD are joining the cast of the Minnesota premiere of THE 24 HOUR PLAYS® on Monday, March 13 at 8 p.m. at the historic Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis). This one-night-only event brings together the extraordinary talent of local and nationally-known artists to create six new theatrical plays within 24 hours.
Northrop Presents Scottish Ballet 2016//17 Northrop Season
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2017
Returning to the Northrop stage on April 8, Scottish Ballet will perform Matthew Bourne's Highland Fling-a piece performed exclusively by the Glasgow-based company.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2017
Returning to the Northrop stage on April 8, Scottish Ballet will perform Matthew Bourne's Highland Fling-a piece performed exclusively by the Glasgow-based company.
BWW Review: Ten Thousand Things' Signature Bare-Bones Staging Brings New Urgency and Clarity to the Classic FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
by Jill Schafer - February 27, 2017
It never fails. Whenever I go to see a Ten Thousand Things show, the storytelling is so clear it's as if I'm truly seeing it for the first time, even if it's a piece I've seen one or many times before. In their signature bare bones theater style, they've cut out all the fluff from the beloved musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF to get right to the heart of the story. Even though I've seen the show twice in recent years, I've never been so caught up in and felt so deeply the story of one man's struggle with holding to his traditions, while still loving his family as they begin to change and grow out of those traditions. The brilliant Steve Epp makes Tevye so real and human, and along with the other eight members of this terrific ensemble playing multiple characters, makes the world of Anatevka palpably real and somehow modern, despite still being anchored in time and space. Because 50 years after it was written, this story about a family of refugees fleeing persecution and violence in their beloved homeland to find safety in America is as timely as ever.
by Jill Schafer - February 27, 2017
It never fails. Whenever I go to see a Ten Thousand Things show, the storytelling is so clear it's as if I'm truly seeing it for the first time, even if it's a piece I've seen one or many times before. In their signature bare bones theater style, they've cut out all the fluff from the beloved musical FIDDLER ON THE ROOF to get right to the heart of the story. Even though I've seen the show twice in recent years, I've never been so caught up in and felt so deeply the story of one man's struggle with holding to his traditions, while still loving his family as they begin to change and grow out of those traditions. The brilliant Steve Epp makes Tevye so real and human, and along with the other eight members of this terrific ensemble playing multiple characters, makes the world of Anatevka palpably real and somehow modern, despite still being anchored in time and space. Because 50 years after it was written, this story about a family of refugees fleeing persecution and violence in their beloved homeland to find safety in America is as timely as ever.
Something Wicked This Way Comes to Park Square Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2017
Park Square continues its 42nd season on the Andy Boss Stage with a new adaptation of Macbeth, adapted and directed by Jef Hall-Flavin. Following the recent success of A Midsummer Night's Dream and Romeo and Juliet, the timeless tragedy of palace intrigue and power grabs continues Park Square's new tradition of reinventing Shakespeare's canon for modern audiences.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2017
Park Square continues its 42nd season on the Andy Boss Stage with a new adaptation of Macbeth, adapted and directed by Jef Hall-Flavin. Following the recent success of A Midsummer Night's Dream and Romeo and Juliet, the timeless tragedy of palace intrigue and power grabs continues Park Square's new tradition of reinventing Shakespeare's canon for modern audiences.
Jon Wayne & The Pain Drop YOUR VIBE ATTRACTS YOUR TRIBE Album, Music Video
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2017
The Twin-Cities, Minnesota based national touring 'DubTronic' band Jon Wayne and The Pain (JWP) announce their February 24th release, distributed through Zojak Worldwide, of their fourth highly evolved album, Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe. To commemorate the release, they also dropped their newest music video.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2017
The Twin-Cities, Minnesota based national touring 'DubTronic' band Jon Wayne and The Pain (JWP) announce their February 24th release, distributed through Zojak Worldwide, of their fourth highly evolved album, Your Vibe Attracts Your Tribe. To commemorate the release, they also dropped their newest music video.
Guthrie Theater to Celebrate the Life of Beloved Actor Richard S. Iglewski
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2017
The Guthrie Theater today announced it will host a public celebration of the life and work of former Guthrie actor Richard S. Iglewski, who passed away in January. The memorial service will be held Monday, March 13 at 4:30 p.m. on the Wurtele Thrust Stage, with a reception to follow.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2017
The Guthrie Theater today announced it will host a public celebration of the life and work of former Guthrie actor Richard S. Iglewski, who passed away in January. The memorial service will be held Monday, March 13 at 4:30 p.m. on the Wurtele Thrust Stage, with a reception to follow.
Lex-Ham Community Band Celebrates 25th Anniversary with BANDWIDTH 2017
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2017
The Lex-Ham Community Band will continue its celebration of its 25th anniversary with BandWidth 2017, set for Sunday, April 30, 12:00 to 5:45 p.m., at the Landmark Center, 75 West 5th Street, in downtown Saint Paul. The event will showcase community-based bands from around the Twin Cities. The event is hosted by the Lex-Ham Community Band of Saint Paul.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2017
The Lex-Ham Community Band will continue its celebration of its 25th anniversary with BandWidth 2017, set for Sunday, April 30, 12:00 to 5:45 p.m., at the Landmark Center, 75 West 5th Street, in downtown Saint Paul. The event will showcase community-based bands from around the Twin Cities. The event is hosted by the Lex-Ham Community Band of Saint Paul.
Justin Kirk, Devin Kelley, Joel McKinnon Miller, Ryan McCartan and More Set for THE 24 HOUR PLAYS in Minneapolis
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017
In celebration of the historic Pantages Theatre's 100th anniversary, Hennepin Theatre Trust and the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) School of Fine Arts are partnering to support emerging musical theatre talent in Minnesota by presenting the premiere of THE 24 HOUR PLAYS.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017
In celebration of the historic Pantages Theatre's 100th anniversary, Hennepin Theatre Trust and the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) School of Fine Arts are partnering to support emerging musical theatre talent in Minnesota by presenting the premiere of THE 24 HOUR PLAYS.
Northrop's Presentation of Bereishit Dance Company is Cancelled, 2/28
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017
Northrop's planned presentation of Bereishit Dance Company of Seoul, South Korea has been cancelled. The company was scheduled to appear on Tuesday, February 28 as part of the Northrop Dance 2016//17 season, but has not yet been granted visas for their U.S. tour.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017
Northrop's planned presentation of Bereishit Dance Company of Seoul, South Korea has been cancelled. The company was scheduled to appear on Tuesday, February 28 as part of the Northrop Dance 2016//17 season, but has not yet been granted visas for their U.S. tour.
Lundstrum Performing Arts Welcomes National Performing Artist Jordan Ward Today-25
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017
Lundstrum Performing Arts is excited to announce Master Classes for youth ages eight through young-adult with national performing artist Jordan Ward. Los Angeles-based Ward is currently dancing with Justin Bieber on his international Purpose Tour, and has worked with many top artists including Prince, Prince Royce, and Becky G. He is excited to work with Minneapolis students and youth to share his passion for dance, and will teach two school workshops and six master classes later this month.
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2017
Lundstrum Performing Arts is excited to announce Master Classes for youth ages eight through young-adult with national performing artist Jordan Ward. Los Angeles-based Ward is currently dancing with Justin Bieber on his international Purpose Tour, and has worked with many top artists including Prince, Prince Royce, and Becky G. He is excited to work with Minneapolis students and youth to share his passion for dance, and will teach two school workshops and six master classes later this month.
Theatre Coup d'Etat Presents FIGHT NIGHT: ST. PATRICK'S EDITION
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2017
It's Celebrity Death Match meets Highlander... and it's live.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2017
It's Celebrity Death Match meets Highlander... and it's live.
GREASE Is the Word at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres This March
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2017
GREASE, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) most popular show, returns to the Main Stage for the first time in a decade. The original Rock 'n' Roll musical, GREASE, opens to a week of preview performances from March 3rd through 9th with opening night festivities on Friday, March 10.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2017
GREASE, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) most popular show, returns to the Main Stage for the first time in a decade. The original Rock 'n' Roll musical, GREASE, opens to a week of preview performances from March 3rd through 9th with opening night festivities on Friday, March 10.
Theatre Novi Most to Bring THE MASTER BUILDER to Southern Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2017
Following our acclaimed staging of The Seagull that Cherry and Spoon called 'funny, tragic, odd, and completely enchanting,' Theatre Novi Most will present another classic of the European theatrical canon with this complex drama of ambition and legacy.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2017
Following our acclaimed staging of The Seagull that Cherry and Spoon called 'funny, tragic, odd, and completely enchanting,' Theatre Novi Most will present another classic of the European theatrical canon with this complex drama of ambition and legacy.
GAME OF THRONES Live Concert Experience Kicks Off Tonight in Minneapolis
by Caryn Robbins - February 20, 2017
Enter the world of Westeros with the GAME OF THRONES Live Concert Experience -- an immersive music and visual experience that will bring the Seven Kingdoms to life on a scale never seen before.
by Caryn Robbins - February 20, 2017
Enter the world of Westeros with the GAME OF THRONES Live Concert Experience -- an immersive music and visual experience that will bring the Seven Kingdoms to life on a scale never seen before.
Theatre Coup d'Etat Presents FIGHT NIGHT: SAINT PATRICK'S DAY EDITION
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2017
Theatre Coup d'Etat brings you Fight Night: a single-elimination fight tournament. Taking on characters from Macbeth to Darth Vader, political figures, and celebrities alike participants will use swords, axes, knives, bricks, bats, hand-to-hand, and if they must - rubber chickens. Combined with witty referee banter and audience participation, Fight Night invites one and all to grab a pint and cheer on the mayhem!
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2017
Theatre Coup d'Etat brings you Fight Night: a single-elimination fight tournament. Taking on characters from Macbeth to Darth Vader, political figures, and celebrities alike participants will use swords, axes, knives, bricks, bats, hand-to-hand, and if they must - rubber chickens. Combined with witty referee banter and audience participation, Fight Night invites one and all to grab a pint and cheer on the mayhem!
Honor Your Instincts at Live Action Set's IMPULSE TRAINING Workshop
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2017
There's still time to register for this joyful and innovative workshop series!
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2017
There's still time to register for this joyful and innovative workshop series!
Theatre in the Round Players to Stage Thriller DEATHTRAP
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2017
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) continues its 65th season with Deathtrap, in weekend performances from February 17 through March 12.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2017
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) continues its 65th season with Deathtrap, in weekend performances from February 17 through March 12.
Four Humors to Bring THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST to the Southern Theater
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2017
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, written by Oscar Wilde, will run for 10 shows only, February 17-25, 2017, performed by Four Humors at the Southern Theater.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2017
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, written by Oscar Wilde, will run for 10 shows only, February 17-25, 2017, performed by Four Humors at the Southern Theater.
THURGOOD Returns to Illusion Theater Following Minnesota Tour
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2017
Following a well-received tour around Minnesota, the powerful one-man play, Thurgood, revisits the Twin Cities from March 9-19 at the Illusion Theater, located on the eighth floor of the Cowles Center, 528 Hennepin Ave. in downtown Minneapolis.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2017
Following a well-received tour around Minnesota, the powerful one-man play, Thurgood, revisits the Twin Cities from March 9-19 at the Illusion Theater, located on the eighth floor of the Cowles Center, 528 Hennepin Ave. in downtown Minneapolis.
Playwrights' Center Developing New Play by St. Paul Playwright Harrison David Rivers
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2017
The 2016-17 Ruth Easton New Play Series at the Playwrights' Center continues March 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. with public readings of 'The Sea & The Stars' by Harrison David Rivers.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2017
The 2016-17 Ruth Easton New Play Series at the Playwrights' Center continues March 6 and 7 at 7 p.m. with public readings of 'The Sea & The Stars' by Harrison David Rivers.
Homeless Youth Meet Magical Realism in Upcoming Queer Tragedy
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2017
An unflinchingly accurate look at the reality of youth homelessness, sexual abuse, and queer identity, with an unexpected touch of romance and magical realism. ?Jordan Matthews would be fine, if her mother could hold down a decent job, or if her mother hadn't been arrested on another DUI, or if her mother's boyfriend wasn't a skeevy bastard. But things aren't fine, and Jordan's life is falling apart. The adults in her life are either impotent or uninterested, and the only solace comes from out of the blue.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2017
An unflinchingly accurate look at the reality of youth homelessness, sexual abuse, and queer identity, with an unexpected touch of romance and magical realism. ?Jordan Matthews would be fine, if her mother could hold down a decent job, or if her mother hadn't been arrested on another DUI, or if her mother's boyfriend wasn't a skeevy bastard. But things aren't fine, and Jordan's life is falling apart. The adults in her life are either impotent or uninterested, and the only solace comes from out of the blue.
TV: Watch Highlights of SNEETCHES at Children's Theatre Company
by Christina Mancuso - February 14, 2017
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) presents the world premiere production of Dr. Seuss' The Sneetches The Musical which opened on February 7, 2017. Directed by Peter C. Brosius, the production is written by Philip Dawkins, whose many works have been produced from Canada to Washington DC to Los Angeles, and upcoming at the MCC Theatre (Off-Broadway), with music by David Mallamud, whose works have been heard atCarnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center and Off-Broadway. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below!
by Christina Mancuso - February 14, 2017
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) presents the world premiere production of Dr. Seuss' The Sneetches The Musical which opened on February 7, 2017. Directed by Peter C. Brosius, the production is written by Philip Dawkins, whose many works have been produced from Canada to Washington DC to Los Angeles, and upcoming at the MCC Theatre (Off-Broadway), with music by David Mallamud, whose works have been heard atCarnegie Hall, The Kennedy Center and Off-Broadway. BroadwayWorld brings you a first look below!
BWW Preview: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH at the Ordway
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - February 14, 2017
The Ordway brings an innovative rock musical to the Saint Paul stage in it's first national tour: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH. Performances run Feb. 14-19, 2017.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - February 14, 2017
The Ordway brings an innovative rock musical to the Saint Paul stage in it's first national tour: HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH. Performances run Feb. 14-19, 2017.
BWW Review: THE HIGHWAYMEN at History Theatre
by Karen Bovard - February 13, 2017
Hats off to the artists seeking a theatrical way to tell the story of how one thriving African-American community was demolished in order to build part of the Eisenhower era highway system. The city here is Saint Paul, MN, but similar history can be found in plenty of places: Charlotte, NC; Baltimore, MD; Pittsburgh, PA, among them. That's the matter at the heart of a new play, THE HIGHWAYMEN, at the History Theater, directed by Jamil Jude.
by Karen Bovard - February 13, 2017
Hats off to the artists seeking a theatrical way to tell the story of how one thriving African-American community was demolished in order to build part of the Eisenhower era highway system. The city here is Saint Paul, MN, but similar history can be found in plenty of places: Charlotte, NC; Baltimore, MD; Pittsburgh, PA, among them. That's the matter at the heart of a new play, THE HIGHWAYMEN, at the History Theater, directed by Jamil Jude.
BWW Review: THE SNEETCHES: THE MUSICAL at Children's Theatre Company
by Karen Bovard - February 13, 2017
This world premiere of a new musical based on a short story by Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, has just opened in Minneapolis. It's the latest collaboration between Seuss Enterprises and the Children's Theatre, and it's clearly a parable for our time-despite the fact that it's been in the works for a full four years.
by Karen Bovard - February 13, 2017
This world premiere of a new musical based on a short story by Theodor Geisel, aka Dr. Seuss, has just opened in Minneapolis. It's the latest collaboration between Seuss Enterprises and the Children's Theatre, and it's clearly a parable for our time-despite the fact that it's been in the works for a full four years.
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Explorasaurus: A Dinosaur Adventure
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Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
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Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
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Shrek The Musical
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Hadestown (Non-Equity)
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Martha Graham Dance Company
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