Playwrights' Center Names 2016-17 McKnight Theater Artist Fellows
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2016
The Playwrights' Center is pleased to announce the 2016-17 recipients of the McKnight Theater Artist Fellowships:
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2016
The Playwrights' Center is pleased to announce the 2016-17 recipients of the McKnight Theater Artist Fellowships:
BWW Review: Walking Shadow Theatre Company's Excellent THE CHRISTIANS Examines the Power of Belief to Unite and Divide
by Jill Schafer - May 30, 2016
Why do we believe what we believe? Can our beliefs change? What happens when those we love don't believe the same things we believe? How important is it to find a group of people that believe in the same things you do? These are just a few of the questions raised by Walking Shadow Theatre Company's excellent production of the thought-provoking play THE CHRISTIANS. In just 90 minutes or so, we witness the pastor of a hugely successful church lose everything because he preaches what he believes, which contradicts the teachings of the church, causing everyone in his life to reexamine their beliefs as well. And it just might have this same effect on the audience.
by Jill Schafer - May 30, 2016
Why do we believe what we believe? Can our beliefs change? What happens when those we love don't believe the same things we believe? How important is it to find a group of people that believe in the same things you do? These are just a few of the questions raised by Walking Shadow Theatre Company's excellent production of the thought-provoking play THE CHRISTIANS. In just 90 minutes or so, we witness the pastor of a hugely successful church lose everything because he preaches what he believes, which contradicts the teachings of the church, causing everyone in his life to reexamine their beliefs as well. And it just might have this same effect on the audience.
Mu Performing Arts Presents World Premiere of "tot: The Untold, Yet Spectacular Story Of (a filipino) Hulk Hogan"
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2016
Mu Performing Arts released casting and thematic details today for the World Premiere production of ?tot: THE UNTOLD, YET SPECTACULAR STORY OF ?(a filipino)?HULK HOGAN?, June 17 - 26, 2016, written by playwright ?Victor Maog?and directed by ?Randy Reyes at Park Square Theatre's Boss Thrust Stage. This production is the final play of the 2015?2016 season and marks Mu's 50th World Premiere of new works by Asian American artists and playwrights.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2016
Mu Performing Arts released casting and thematic details today for the World Premiere production of ?tot: THE UNTOLD, YET SPECTACULAR STORY OF ?(a filipino)?HULK HOGAN?, June 17 - 26, 2016, written by playwright ?Victor Maog?and directed by ?Randy Reyes at Park Square Theatre's Boss Thrust Stage. This production is the final play of the 2015?2016 season and marks Mu's 50th World Premiere of new works by Asian American artists and playwrights.
David Sedaris Returning to State Theatre in October; Tickets on Sale Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2016
Internationally acclaimed New York Times bestselling author and National Public Radio humorist DAVID SEDARIS returns by popular demand for his annual visit to the State Theatre on Friday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2016
Internationally acclaimed New York Times bestselling author and National Public Radio humorist DAVID SEDARIS returns by popular demand for his annual visit to the State Theatre on Friday, Oct. 28 at 8 p.m.
BWW Review: The Guthrie Theater's Production of the 60-Year-Old Play TROUBLE IN MIND Starts an Important Conversation that's Still Relevant Today
by Jill Schafer - May 26, 2016
Friends, something exciting is going on at the Guthrie Theater. In the wake of (not unjustified) criticism about their lack of diversity onstage and backstage, they are currently presenting a 60-year-old play written by Alice Childress, one of the most important female African-American playwrights of the 20th Century, and directed by Valerie Curtis-Newton, the first African-American woman to ever direct on a Guthrie mainstage. And I'm happy to report that TROUBLE IN MIND succeeds on so many levels. First of all, it's hilarious, engaging, and entertaining, and offers a behind the scenes look at the theater world we love so well. But more importantly, it talks about racism, sexism, classism, ageism in a smart and nuanced way that has as much resonance in today's world as it did in the 1950s NYC theater world depicted in the play. I was fortunate enough to attend on a night when there was a post-show discussion with the cast, which just made the experience that much richer. The best and most important work of theater is to start conversations about the world we live in, give voice to everyone's stories, and in doing so help us to better understand our fellow human beings. Trouble in Mind, and the conversations it will hopefully spark amongst its audience, is a fantastic example of that.
by Jill Schafer - May 26, 2016
Friends, something exciting is going on at the Guthrie Theater. In the wake of (not unjustified) criticism about their lack of diversity onstage and backstage, they are currently presenting a 60-year-old play written by Alice Childress, one of the most important female African-American playwrights of the 20th Century, and directed by Valerie Curtis-Newton, the first African-American woman to ever direct on a Guthrie mainstage. And I'm happy to report that TROUBLE IN MIND succeeds on so many levels. First of all, it's hilarious, engaging, and entertaining, and offers a behind the scenes look at the theater world we love so well. But more importantly, it talks about racism, sexism, classism, ageism in a smart and nuanced way that has as much resonance in today's world as it did in the 1950s NYC theater world depicted in the play. I was fortunate enough to attend on a night when there was a post-show discussion with the cast, which just made the experience that much richer. The best and most important work of theater is to start conversations about the world we live in, give voice to everyone's stories, and in doing so help us to better understand our fellow human beings. Trouble in Mind, and the conversations it will hopefully spark amongst its audience, is a fantastic example of that.
Chris Isaak Coming to Pantages Theatre, 7/19
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2016
Rockabilly singer-songwriter, guitarist and actor CHRIS ISAAK performs with his band Silvertone to Minneapolis for one night only at the Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19. The Grammy-nominated Isaak is known for supreme showmanship with his haunting voice, fierce guitar and glittered outfits entertaining fans for decades. Isaak and his band will perform new material from "First comes the Night," his first recording of original songs in six years.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2016
Rockabilly singer-songwriter, guitarist and actor CHRIS ISAAK performs with his band Silvertone to Minneapolis for one night only at the Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19. The Grammy-nominated Isaak is known for supreme showmanship with his haunting voice, fierce guitar and glittered outfits entertaining fans for decades. Isaak and his band will perform new material from "First comes the Night," his first recording of original songs in six years.
Hennepin Theatre Trust to Launch REPRESENT: MADE HERE Thursday, 6/2
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2016
Hennepin Theatre Trust will launch Represent: Made Here, sponsored by Andersen Windows, with a free, public celebration at Marin Restaurant & Bar (901 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) on Thursday, June 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. This will be the sixth round of Made Here window displays in WeDo-the West Downtown Minneapolis Cultural District.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2016
Hennepin Theatre Trust will launch Represent: Made Here, sponsored by Andersen Windows, with a free, public celebration at Marin Restaurant & Bar (901 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis) on Thursday, June 2 from 5 to 8 p.m. This will be the sixth round of Made Here window displays in WeDo-the West Downtown Minneapolis Cultural District.
Cast Announced for ANNIE, JR. at Stages Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2016
Stages Theatre Company (STC) presents the musical Annie, jr., directed by Sandy Boren-Barrett. This beloved musical is based on Little Orphan Annie (permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc.,) book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse, and lyrics by Martin Charnin.
by BWW News Desk - May 24, 2016
Stages Theatre Company (STC) presents the musical Annie, jr., directed by Sandy Boren-Barrett. This beloved musical is based on Little Orphan Annie (permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc.,) book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse, and lyrics by Martin Charnin.
Park Square Theatre to Present Stephen Karam's SONS OF THE PROPHET
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2016
Park Square continues its 2016-2017 season with the area premiere of Stephen Karam's celebrated and searing drama, SONS OF THE PROPHET.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2016
Park Square continues its 2016-2017 season with the area premiere of Stephen Karam's celebrated and searing drama, SONS OF THE PROPHET.
Theatre in the Round to Stage Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) presents Sense and Sensibility in weekend performances during June.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) presents Sense and Sensibility in weekend performances during June.
New Comedy LE SWITCH Opens 6/17 at Jungle Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016
? This summer, the Jungle Theater presents a witty, affectionate and timely comedy about what it means to be committed, alive and in love in the era of marriage equality. LE SWITCH, by "the richly talented Chicago writer" Philip Dawkins (Chicago Tribune), is on stage June 17-July 31 at the Lyn-Lake neighborhood theater, 2951 Lyndale Ave. S. in Minneapolis. The Playwrights' Center Artistic Director Jeremy Cohen makes his directorial debut at the Jungle with this production.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016
? This summer, the Jungle Theater presents a witty, affectionate and timely comedy about what it means to be committed, alive and in love in the era of marriage equality. LE SWITCH, by "the richly talented Chicago writer" Philip Dawkins (Chicago Tribune), is on stage June 17-July 31 at the Lyn-Lake neighborhood theater, 2951 Lyndale Ave. S. in Minneapolis. The Playwrights' Center Artistic Director Jeremy Cohen makes his directorial debut at the Jungle with this production.
Theatre Coup d'Etat to Stage THE GLASS MENAGERIE
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016
An American classic set against the backdrop of 1930s depression-era St. Louis, THE GLASS MENAGERIE is the gut-wrenching story of the Wingfield family. Ivey Award-winning Theatre Coup d'Etat maintains its tradition of a dynamic, actor-driven production. Combined with the intimacy of Savage Umbrella's SPACE, Theatre Coup d'Etat's production of THE GLASS MENAGERIE is another can't-miss experience.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2016
An American classic set against the backdrop of 1930s depression-era St. Louis, THE GLASS MENAGERIE is the gut-wrenching story of the Wingfield family. Ivey Award-winning Theatre Coup d'Etat maintains its tradition of a dynamic, actor-driven production. Combined with the intimacy of Savage Umbrella's SPACE, Theatre Coup d'Etat's production of THE GLASS MENAGERIE is another can't-miss experience.
Park Square to Conclude Season with CALENDAR GIRLS
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2016
Park Square concludes its 2016-2017 season with the area premiere of Tim Firth's hilarious and heartfelt comedy Calendar Girls. Based on the hit 2003 film, the play explores loss, friendship, and baring it all as a group of women pose in the buff to benefit a local charity. The ensuing media firestorm puts the women's friendship to the test and reveals the love shared by an extraordinary group of women.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2016
Park Square concludes its 2016-2017 season with the area premiere of Tim Firth's hilarious and heartfelt comedy Calendar Girls. Based on the hit 2003 film, the play explores loss, friendship, and baring it all as a group of women pose in the buff to benefit a local charity. The ensuing media firestorm puts the women's friendship to the test and reveals the love shared by an extraordinary group of women.
6 Questions & a Plug with A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS' Chan Poling
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - May 18, 2016
Not often are we treated to a brand new musical theatre piece created by three local legends and acted by a dream cast of eight popular local performers. A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS is a rare treat on all counts. We get to hear directly from the creator and composer, Chan Poling, in this 6 Questions & a Plug.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - May 18, 2016
Not often are we treated to a brand new musical theatre piece created by three local legends and acted by a dream cast of eight popular local performers. A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS is a rare treat on all counts. We get to hear directly from the creator and composer, Chan Poling, in this 6 Questions & a Plug.
BWW Review: Four Humors Brings the Classic THE INGENIOUS GENTLEMAN DON QUIXOTE OF LA MANCHA to Life in a Delightful Way with a Clever Adaptation and Inventive Design
by Jill Schafer - May 18, 2016
When the ingenious gentlemen of Four Humors apply their unique, clever, and hilarious storytelling style to a classic such as THE INGENIOUS GENTLEMAN DON QUIXOTE OF LA MANCHA, it's a thing not to be missed. And even though I've experienced many such unique adaptations by Four Humors, as well as original work, last night's world premiere opening night still gave me something unexpected. As the play points out, everyone knows Don Quixote, even if you're never read the book or heard the name Miguel de Cervantes. Four Humors tells the classic story about honor, chivalry, and madness in a unique way using puppetry projection and by making Cervantes a character in the play, allowing the characters to step outside the story and comment on it. I believe this is Four Humors' debut at the Guthrie, which will no doubt expose a new audience to their often accomplished mission 'to create art that celebrates the humor, stupidity, and beauty of our world by letting the artist connect with the audience in a vulnerable and honest way.'
by Jill Schafer - May 18, 2016
When the ingenious gentlemen of Four Humors apply their unique, clever, and hilarious storytelling style to a classic such as THE INGENIOUS GENTLEMAN DON QUIXOTE OF LA MANCHA, it's a thing not to be missed. And even though I've experienced many such unique adaptations by Four Humors, as well as original work, last night's world premiere opening night still gave me something unexpected. As the play points out, everyone knows Don Quixote, even if you're never read the book or heard the name Miguel de Cervantes. Four Humors tells the classic story about honor, chivalry, and madness in a unique way using puppetry projection and by making Cervantes a character in the play, allowing the characters to step outside the story and comment on it. I believe this is Four Humors' debut at the Guthrie, which will no doubt expose a new audience to their often accomplished mission 'to create art that celebrates the humor, stupidity, and beauty of our world by letting the artist connect with the audience in a vulnerable and honest way.'
6 Questions & A Plug with DON QUIXOTE's Jason Ballweber
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - May 16, 2016
Jason Ballweber and his Four Humors theatre company devises new works based on old stories; in this case, DON QUIXOTE. Catch their interpretation of the classic with projections and puppets and unique brand of storytelling through May 22, 2016, in the Guthrie's Dowling Studio.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - May 16, 2016
Jason Ballweber and his Four Humors theatre company devises new works based on old stories; in this case, DON QUIXOTE. Catch their interpretation of the classic with projections and puppets and unique brand of storytelling through May 22, 2016, in the Guthrie's Dowling Studio.
SOME SNEAKY SHEEP AND OTHER TALES Set for The Duluth Playhouse Children's Series Today
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2016
The Duluth Playhouse's Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) ensemble is bringing Chris Monroe's (a local Duluth author) classic picture books to life in The Underground in their first-ever stage adaptation of SOME SNEAKY SHEEP AND OTHER TALES *almost* every weekend in May.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2016
The Duluth Playhouse's Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) ensemble is bringing Chris Monroe's (a local Duluth author) classic picture books to life in The Underground in their first-ever stage adaptation of SOME SNEAKY SHEEP AND OTHER TALES *almost* every weekend in May.
The Ordway to Present 'KANDER & EBB & ALL THAT JAZZ' This June
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2016
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will continue its popular Broadway Songbook series June 10-12 with Kander & Ebb & All That Jazz.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2016
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will continue its popular Broadway Songbook series June 10-12 with Kander & Ebb & All That Jazz.
Playwrights' Center Announces 2016-17 McKnight Fellows, New Core Writers
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
Following last month's announcement of the incoming Jerome and Many Voices Fellows, the Playwrights' Center is pleased to introduce the 2016-17 McKnight National Residency and Commission recipient, two 2016-17 McKnight Fellows in Playwriting, six new Core Writers and three 2016-17 Core Apprentices. McKnight Theater Artist Fellows will be announced in June.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2016
Following last month's announcement of the incoming Jerome and Many Voices Fellows, the Playwrights' Center is pleased to introduce the 2016-17 McKnight National Residency and Commission recipient, two 2016-17 McKnight Fellows in Playwriting, six new Core Writers and three 2016-17 Core Apprentices. McKnight Theater Artist Fellows will be announced in June.
Photo Flash: I LOVE YOU, STINKY FACE Author Lisa McCourt Visits Stages Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Stages Theatre Company (STC) had a special visitor on Wednesday, May 11th. Popular children's book author Lisa McCourt attended the 10am performance of her very first page-to-stage adaptation: STC's world premiere of I LOVE YOU, STINKY FACE. This heart-warming new musical, on stage thru Sunday May 15th, was adapted for the stage by Jeannine Coulombe who also wrote the lyrics and features music by twin cities favorite Michael Gruber.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
Stages Theatre Company (STC) had a special visitor on Wednesday, May 11th. Popular children's book author Lisa McCourt attended the 10am performance of her very first page-to-stage adaptation: STC's world premiere of I LOVE YOU, STINKY FACE. This heart-warming new musical, on stage thru Sunday May 15th, was adapted for the stage by Jeannine Coulombe who also wrote the lyrics and features music by twin cities favorite Michael Gruber.
The Beach Boys to Play State Theatre, 8/7
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
As THE BEACH BOYS mark more than a half century of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequalled in America's musical history. THE BEACH BOYS: 50 YEARS OF GOOD VIBRATIONS will pull into town to perform at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7 at the historic State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis. Synonymous with the California lifestyle, The Beach Boys became an American icon to fans around the world.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2016
As THE BEACH BOYS mark more than a half century of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequalled in America's musical history. THE BEACH BOYS: 50 YEARS OF GOOD VIBRATIONS will pull into town to perform at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7 at the historic State Theatre in downtown Minneapolis. Synonymous with the California lifestyle, The Beach Boys became an American icon to fans around the world.
Ordway Now Accepting Nominations for 2015 Sally Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2016
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is now seeking nominations for the 2015 Sally Ordway Irvine Awards. Nominations will be accepted through June 24, 2016. The prestigious Sally Awards, now in their 24th year, provide an opportunity to recognize and honor extraordinary achievements in the arts throughout Minn.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2016
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is now seeking nominations for the 2015 Sally Ordway Irvine Awards. Nominations will be accepted through June 24, 2016. The prestigious Sally Awards, now in their 24th year, provide an opportunity to recognize and honor extraordinary achievements in the arts throughout Minn.
6 Questions & a Plug with BOOK OF MORMON's Jake Emmerling
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - May 09, 2016
THE BOOK OF MORMON's third tour of Minneapolis is a charm for theatre goers who love a good laugh. Ensemble member Jake Emmerling has been with the tour since the beginning and shares a little of his story with BWW readers in this 6 Questions & a Plug.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - May 09, 2016
THE BOOK OF MORMON's third tour of Minneapolis is a charm for theatre goers who love a good laugh. Ensemble member Jake Emmerling has been with the tour since the beginning and shares a little of his story with BWW readers in this 6 Questions & a Plug.
The Guthrie Theater Presents World Premiere of THE INGENIOUS GENTLEMAN DON QUIXOTE OF LA MANCHA
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2016
Enter a world ruled by fevered delusions and far-flung imagination, where a windmill transforms into a giant and a filthy innkeeper becomes a king. Join us in a realm of illusions and experience the story of a man who can no longer leave his beautifully imagined world, even after the curtain has come crashing down.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2016
Enter a world ruled by fevered delusions and far-flung imagination, where a windmill transforms into a giant and a filthy innkeeper becomes a king. Join us in a realm of illusions and experience the story of a man who can no longer leave his beautifully imagined world, even after the curtain has come crashing down.
World Premiere of A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS Begins Tonight at Illusion Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2016
In the newest work by the creators of the smash hit Glensheen, Chan Poling's rocking rhythms, Jeffrey Hatcher's wicked wit and Bill Corbett's zany imagination come together to create a headlong ride filled with silliness, surprises and good feeling fun. A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS, a fresh musical comedy and tale of transformation, opens tonight, May 7 at 8 p.m. at the Illusion Theater, located on the eighth floor of The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts, 528 Hennepin Ave. in downtown Minneapolis.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2016
In the newest work by the creators of the smash hit Glensheen, Chan Poling's rocking rhythms, Jeffrey Hatcher's wicked wit and Bill Corbett's zany imagination come together to create a headlong ride filled with silliness, surprises and good feeling fun. A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS, a fresh musical comedy and tale of transformation, opens tonight, May 7 at 8 p.m. at the Illusion Theater, located on the eighth floor of The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts, 528 Hennepin Ave. in downtown Minneapolis.
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