Playwrights' Center Announces 45th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2016
Since its founding in 1971, the Playwrights' Center has been imagining theater forward. For decades it has been one of the nation's most important organizations for developing new plays and launching the careers of playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - September 07, 2016
Since its founding in 1971, the Playwrights' Center has been imagining theater forward. For decades it has been one of the nation's most important organizations for developing new plays and launching the careers of playwrights.
Pay What You Can Tonight, for Walking Shadow Theatre Co's THE RIVER
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2016
Pay what you can, this evening, to see Walking Shadow Theatre Company's production of Jez Butterworth's The River.
by BWW News Desk - September 06, 2016
Pay what you can, this evening, to see Walking Shadow Theatre Company's production of Jez Butterworth's The River.
Mixed Blood Theatre Kicks Off 2016/2017 Season With Subversive Comedy BARBECUE
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
BARBECUE is a darkly funny new play that turns the traditional family comedy on its head, forcing hilarious and uneasy revelations about the assumptions we make about poverty, race and social class.
by BWW News Desk - September 02, 2016
BARBECUE is a darkly funny new play that turns the traditional family comedy on its head, forcing hilarious and uneasy revelations about the assumptions we make about poverty, race and social class.
THE LAST FIREFLY World Premiere Will Flash to Life at Children's Theatre Company This Month
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) will unveil the world premiere of The Last Firefly, written by Naomi Iizuka and directed by CTC's Artistic Director Peter C. Brosius beginning September 27.
by BWW News Desk - September 01, 2016
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) will unveil the world premiere of The Last Firefly, written by Naomi Iizuka and directed by CTC's Artistic Director Peter C. Brosius beginning September 27.
Paula Abdul, George Takei & More Set for WE Day Minnesota to Celebrate Young People
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
WE Day, a series of inspiring stadium-sized life-changing events that take place around the world, announces the initial list of speakers, performers and presenters attending WE Day Minnesota on September 20
by BWW News Desk - August 31, 2016
WE Day, a series of inspiring stadium-sized life-changing events that take place around the world, announces the initial list of speakers, performers and presenters attending WE Day Minnesota on September 20
Northrop at the University of Minnesota Welcomes New Director of Development Cynthia Betz
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
Northrop is pleased to welcome Cynthia Betz to its leadership team, assuming the role of Director of Development and working to advance Northrop's mission and ensure its vibrancy for generations to come.
by BWW News Desk - August 30, 2016
Northrop is pleased to welcome Cynthia Betz to its leadership team, assuming the role of Director of Development and working to advance Northrop's mission and ensure its vibrancy for generations to come.
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music and The Current Present POLIÇA and s t a r g a z e: Music for the Long Emergency
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2016
On Friday, November 18, 2016 at 8:00pm at The Fitzgerald Theater in Saint Paul, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series and The Current present POLIÇA and s t a r g a z e: Music for the Long Emergency, the culmination of Liquid Music's first Virtual Residency. Throughout the 2015.16 season Liquid Music tracked the artistic collision of two innovative ensembles: Berlin's vibrant and forward-thinking s t a r g a z e and hometown favoritesPOLIÇA, internationally renowned for their “dark conviction” (Pitchfork) and “beautifully melancholic” (The Guardian) sound. Dubbed a “renegade new classical ensemble” (Boiler Room), s t a r g a z e was founded by prominent European conductor André de Ridder and has become known for its focus on collaboration, specifically with artists and ensembles who work with dissimilar musical language and materials. This unparalleled transatlantic partnership culminates with a world premiere performance at the historic Fitzgerald Theater, copresented by The Current, marking s t a r g a z e's U.S. debut.
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2016
On Friday, November 18, 2016 at 8:00pm at The Fitzgerald Theater in Saint Paul, The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's Liquid Music Series and The Current present POLIÇA and s t a r g a z e: Music for the Long Emergency, the culmination of Liquid Music's first Virtual Residency. Throughout the 2015.16 season Liquid Music tracked the artistic collision of two innovative ensembles: Berlin's vibrant and forward-thinking s t a r g a z e and hometown favoritesPOLIÇA, internationally renowned for their “dark conviction” (Pitchfork) and “beautifully melancholic” (The Guardian) sound. Dubbed a “renegade new classical ensemble” (Boiler Room), s t a r g a z e was founded by prominent European conductor André de Ridder and has become known for its focus on collaboration, specifically with artists and ensembles who work with dissimilar musical language and materials. This unparalleled transatlantic partnership culminates with a world premiere performance at the historic Fitzgerald Theater, copresented by The Current, marking s t a r g a z e's U.S. debut.
BARS AND MEASURES to Continue Rolling World Premiere in Minneapolis
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2016
Award-winning director Marion McClinton makes his directorial debut at the Jungle with BARS AND MEASURES, a music-filled new play with an original score by jazz composer Justin Ellington. A National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere, the riveting drama by acclaimed playwright and spoken word artist Idris Goodwin is on stage August 26 through October 9 at the Lyn-Lake neighborhood theater, 2951 Lyndale Ave. S. in Minneapolis.
by BWW News Desk - August 26, 2016
Award-winning director Marion McClinton makes his directorial debut at the Jungle with BARS AND MEASURES, a music-filled new play with an original score by jazz composer Justin Ellington. A National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere, the riveting drama by acclaimed playwright and spoken word artist Idris Goodwin is on stage August 26 through October 9 at the Lyn-Lake neighborhood theater, 2951 Lyndale Ave. S. in Minneapolis.
Northrop at the University of Minnesota Opens 2016/17 Dance Season with Grupo Corpo and Launches $30 Under 30 Program
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Kicking off its 2016//17 Dance Season, Northrop at the University of Minnesota presents Grupo Corpo (fresh off their performance during the Olympics' closing ceremony) on Sat, Oct 1 at 8:00 pm. The world-renowned company-acclaimed for fusing all facets of Brazil into a culmination of celebratory art-returns to the Twin Cities for the first time since 2013. The performance also marks the start of Northrop's new $30 Under 30 discount ticket program.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Kicking off its 2016//17 Dance Season, Northrop at the University of Minnesota presents Grupo Corpo (fresh off their performance during the Olympics' closing ceremony) on Sat, Oct 1 at 8:00 pm. The world-renowned company-acclaimed for fusing all facets of Brazil into a culmination of celebratory art-returns to the Twin Cities for the first time since 2013. The performance also marks the start of Northrop's new $30 Under 30 discount ticket program.
Theatre Coup d'Etat to Stage Original Adaptation of ANTIGONE
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Theatre Coup d'Etat presents Antigone, an original adaptation based off the play by Sophocles, running September 30 - October 17 at SpringHouse Ministry Center.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Theatre Coup d'Etat presents Antigone, an original adaptation based off the play by Sophocles, running September 30 - October 17 at SpringHouse Ministry Center.
ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE ARE IN A PLAY! to Bring Books to Life at Children's Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) will present Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!, based on Mo Willems' award-winning and beloved book series beginning September 13.
by BWW News Desk - August 23, 2016
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) will present Elephant & Piggie's We Are in a Play!, based on Mo Willems' award-winning and beloved book series beginning September 13.
THE BIG LOWDOWN Opens Wednesday
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
The BIG LOWDOWN opens on Wednesday, August 24! Presented by Bedlam Lowertown, in collaboration with Dangerous Productions and Live Action Set.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
The BIG LOWDOWN opens on Wednesday, August 24! Presented by Bedlam Lowertown, in collaboration with Dangerous Productions and Live Action Set.
Ordway and Schubert Club to Present FROM THE TOP with Christopher O'Riley
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
Schubert Club and the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present From the Top, the preeminent showcase for young musicians heard weekly on Classical MPR, on Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Ordway Concert Hall.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
Schubert Club and the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present From the Top, the preeminent showcase for young musicians heard weekly on Classical MPR, on Sunday, Nov. 13, at the Ordway Concert Hall.
Cast Set for MAGIC TREE HOUSE: A NIGHT IN NEW ORLEANS at Stages Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
Stages Theatre Company (STC) presents Magic Tree House: A Night in New Orleans, directed by Jamil Jude.
by BWW News Desk - August 19, 2016
Stages Theatre Company (STC) presents Magic Tree House: A Night in New Orleans, directed by Jamil Jude.
BWW Review: Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre and St. Paul's Ordway Center Bring Us a Reinvigorated PAINT YOUR WAGON About the Diverse Cultures that Built the American West
by Jill Schafer - August 19, 2016
I had never even heard of the 1951 Lerner and Loewe musical PAINT YOUR WAGON when the Ordway announced it as part of their season. I guess that's not too surprising; it ran for less than a year on Broadway and has never been revived. The story was significantly rewritten for the 1969 movie adaptation starring Clint Eastwood, which also included a few new songs. Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre scrapped both the original and revised book (they're a little bit racist, and sexist) to write a new story set in the Gold Rush era of California, making it more reflective of the many diverse cultures that came together to build the great American West. This production has moved to the Ordway for two weeks, with a few local additions to the cast. This thrilling story of the beginnings of the American West with a beautifully diverse cast has rescued this gorgeous Western and Mexican influenced score from the place where problematic old musicals go to die.
by Jill Schafer - August 19, 2016
I had never even heard of the 1951 Lerner and Loewe musical PAINT YOUR WAGON when the Ordway announced it as part of their season. I guess that's not too surprising; it ran for less than a year on Broadway and has never been revived. The story was significantly rewritten for the 1969 movie adaptation starring Clint Eastwood, which also included a few new songs. Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre scrapped both the original and revised book (they're a little bit racist, and sexist) to write a new story set in the Gold Rush era of California, making it more reflective of the many diverse cultures that came together to build the great American West. This production has moved to the Ordway for two weeks, with a few local additions to the cast. This thrilling story of the beginnings of the American West with a beautifully diverse cast has rescued this gorgeous Western and Mexican influenced score from the place where problematic old musicals go to die.
REBELS! ON BROADWAY Series to Return This September at The Ordway
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2016
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts continues its popular Broadway Songbook series Sept. 23-30 with REBELS! on Broadway.
by BWW News Desk - August 18, 2016
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts continues its popular Broadway Songbook series Sept. 23-30 with REBELS! on Broadway.
Front Porch Theatre to Present ORPHIE AND THE BOOK OF HEROES This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2016
Late summer is often a barren wasteland for children's entertainment, but not this year. Front Porch Theatre, an itinerant local theatre company, will offer a free family-friendly musical in the backyard of its directors, Joy Donley and Michael Pearce Donley (Triple Espresso).
by BWW News Desk - August 16, 2016
Late summer is often a barren wasteland for children's entertainment, but not this year. Front Porch Theatre, an itinerant local theatre company, will offer a free family-friendly musical in the backyard of its directors, Joy Donley and Michael Pearce Donley (Triple Espresso).
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Announces November 2016 Events
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2016
Orwell Performing Arts Center has released their calendar of events for the month of November. Highlights of the month include and evening with NPR's Christopher O'Riley as part of their From the Top program to empower young students with an interest in music. The season will also include The Hip-Hop Nutcracker, a take on Tchaikovsky's classic holiday ballet mixed with the musical stylings of today's hip hop hits.
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2016
Orwell Performing Arts Center has released their calendar of events for the month of November. Highlights of the month include and evening with NPR's Christopher O'Riley as part of their From the Top program to empower young students with an interest in music. The season will also include The Hip-Hop Nutcracker, a take on Tchaikovsky's classic holiday ballet mixed with the musical stylings of today's hip hop hits.
THE LION KING Tour Reigns Supreme with Sold-Out Run in Minneapolis
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2016
Disney's The Lion King continues to reign across North American with a sold-out engagement in Minneapolis, which concluded on Sunday, Aug. 7 at the historic Orpheum Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - August 11, 2016
Disney's The Lion King continues to reign across North American with a sold-out engagement in Minneapolis, which concluded on Sunday, Aug. 7 at the historic Orpheum Theatre.
BWW Review: A Few Suggestions at the Halfway Point of the Minnesota Fringe Festival, or, Time to Get Your Fringe On!
by Jill Schafer - August 10, 2016
It's the halfway point of the 11-day, 168-show Minnesota Fringe Festival. I've seen 29 shows in the last 6 days, with 20+ more scheduled for the final 5 days of the fest. The new system of daily wristbands that get you into any and all shows that day seems to be working great. The handy Fringe website has all the information you'll need about schedule, venues, cast and creative team, and reviews from people who have already seen the show. The Fringe continues through Sunday August 14, so there's still time to get your Fringe on!
by Jill Schafer - August 10, 2016
It's the halfway point of the 11-day, 168-show Minnesota Fringe Festival. I've seen 29 shows in the last 6 days, with 20+ more scheduled for the final 5 days of the fest. The new system of daily wristbands that get you into any and all shows that day seems to be working great. The handy Fringe website has all the information you'll need about schedule, venues, cast and creative team, and reviews from people who have already seen the show. The Fringe continues through Sunday August 14, so there's still time to get your Fringe on!
Pandora to Livestream Metallica's Concert at Minneapolis' U.S. Bank Stadium
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2016
Pandora (NYSE:P), the go-to music source for fans and artists, announced today it will livestream Metallica's headlining performance at Minneapolis' new U.S. Bank Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 20.
by BWW News Desk - August 10, 2016
Pandora (NYSE:P), the go-to music source for fans and artists, announced today it will livestream Metallica's headlining performance at Minneapolis' new U.S. Bank Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 20.
Hennepin Theatre Trust Launches “5 TO 10 ON HENNEPIN” with Music, Art and Culture on Thursday, Aug. 18
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2016
Hennepin Theatre Trust launches its new placemaking project 5 TO 10 ON HENNEPIN on Thursday, Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. on Hennepin Avenue between Ninth and Tenth Streets. A full schedule of arts and cultural activities and entertainment will happen in the Orpheum Theatre parking lot, the FAIR School alleyway and the Marin Restaurant & Bar courtyard. This exciting new project is a joint effort with Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and Project for Public Spaces to create and activate public spaces within the WeDo MPLS Cultural District.
by BWW News Desk - August 08, 2016
Hennepin Theatre Trust launches its new placemaking project 5 TO 10 ON HENNEPIN on Thursday, Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. on Hennepin Avenue between Ninth and Tenth Streets. A full schedule of arts and cultural activities and entertainment will happen in the Orpheum Theatre parking lot, the FAIR School alleyway and the Marin Restaurant & Bar courtyard. This exciting new project is a joint effort with Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and Project for Public Spaces to create and activate public spaces within the WeDo MPLS Cultural District.
PAINT YOUR WAGON's Robert Cuccioli
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - August 08, 2016
Tony nominee Robert Cuccioli has a long career on stage and an unusual path to get there. He comes to the Ordway stage in an all-new production of Lerner & Loewe's PAINT YOUR WAGON that the Ordway is collaborating with Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre on, which includes a new book and orchestrations.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - August 08, 2016
Tony nominee Robert Cuccioli has a long career on stage and an unusual path to get there. He comes to the Ordway stage in an all-new production of Lerner & Loewe's PAINT YOUR WAGON that the Ordway is collaborating with Seattle's 5th Avenue Theatre on, which includes a new book and orchestrations.
Hennepin Theatre Trust to Expand Reach with Purchase of Former Solera Building
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2016
Hennepin Theatre Trust will purchase the former Solera building (900 and 906 Hennepin Ave.) in downtown Minneapolis. The City Council voted unanimously today to approve the interim financing for the project.
by BWW News Desk - August 05, 2016
Hennepin Theatre Trust will purchase the former Solera building (900 and 906 Hennepin Ave.) in downtown Minneapolis. The City Council voted unanimously today to approve the interim financing for the project.
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