Review: FOR MY FANS TOUR - MARY J. BLIGE at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - March 17, 2025
On March 16, 2025, Mary J. Blige graced the stage of the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, MN, as part of her For My Fans Tour. The tour, following the release of her latest album, Gratitude, served as a heartfelt celebration of her storied career and unwavering bond with her fans.
by Jared Fessler - March 17, 2025
On March 16, 2025, Mary J. Blige graced the stage of the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, MN, as part of her For My Fans Tour. The tour, following the release of her latest album, Gratitude, served as a heartfelt celebration of her storied career and unwavering bond with her fans.
RUMBLE, A New Immersion Style Performance, to be Presented by Dark Pony Productions
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025
Dark Pony Productions (formerly known as Shadow Horse Theatre) behind the 13 year running A Drinking Game, MN is starting a new quarterly performance entitled, RUMBLE. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025
Dark Pony Productions (formerly known as Shadow Horse Theatre) behind the 13 year running A Drinking Game, MN is starting a new quarterly performance entitled, RUMBLE. Learn more!
Video: Highlights from WHEN YOU TRAP A TIGER At Stages Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025
Stages Theatre Company (STC) in collaboration with Theater Mu is thrilled to announce the opening of the world premiere play, When You Trap A Tiger. Check out scenes from the show! Watch the video.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025
Stages Theatre Company (STC) in collaboration with Theater Mu is thrilled to announce the opening of the world premiere play, When You Trap A Tiger. Check out scenes from the show! Watch the video.
Photos: THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA At Duluth Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025
Duluth Playhouse will open The Light in the Piazza, running March 14 - 30 at the NorShor Theatre. Set against the Tuscan countryside, this breathtakingly romantic, Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of a mother and daughter on a life-changing journey. See photos from the production.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2025
Duluth Playhouse will open The Light in the Piazza, running March 14 - 30 at the NorShor Theatre. Set against the Tuscan countryside, this breathtakingly romantic, Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of a mother and daughter on a life-changing journey. See photos from the production.
Interview: Broadway's Mandy Gonzalez Talks Her Upcoming Show At The O'Shaughnessy
by Jared Fessler - March 13, 2025
Mandy Gonzalez is an accomplished film, TV, and stage actor, as well as an author. She will be performing a concert at The O’Shaughnessy at St. Catherine's University on March 22, 2025, in Saint Paul, Minnesota. We had the chance to chat with Mandy about her upcoming concert and her visit to Minnesota!
by Jared Fessler - March 13, 2025
Mandy Gonzalez is an accomplished film, TV, and stage actor, as well as an author. She will be performing a concert at The O’Shaughnessy at St. Catherine's University on March 22, 2025, in Saint Paul, Minnesota. We had the chance to chat with Mandy about her upcoming concert and her visit to Minnesota!
Distant Worlds: Music from FINAL FANTASY Coming to the Orpheum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY – Celebrating FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI is coming to the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave.) on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that Distant Worlds: music from FINAL FANTASY – Celebrating FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI is coming to the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave.) on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 at 8 p.m.
Review: DEAR EVAN HANSEN at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
by Jared Fessler - March 12, 2025
From March 11 through March 16, 2025, the Dear Evan Hansen national tour makes a stop at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, delivering a deeply emotional, immersive theater experience. The show continues to resonate with audiences nationwide, offering powerful performances, a poignant story, and a soundtrack that cuts right to the heart of today's issues surrounding mental health, identity, and connection.
by Jared Fessler - March 12, 2025
From March 11 through March 16, 2025, the Dear Evan Hansen national tour makes a stop at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, delivering a deeply emotional, immersive theater experience. The show continues to resonate with audiences nationwide, offering powerful performances, a poignant story, and a soundtrack that cuts right to the heart of today's issues surrounding mental health, identity, and connection.
R.A. Shiomi's SECRET WARRIORS Premieres At History Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
This spring, History Theatre will present the world premiere of Secret Warriors, a new drama by acclaimed playwright R.A. Shiomi. Secret Warriors is directed by Lily Tung Crystal and runs March 29- April 19, 2025. Tickets on sale.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2025
This spring, History Theatre will present the world premiere of Secret Warriors, a new drama by acclaimed playwright R.A. Shiomi. Secret Warriors is directed by Lily Tung Crystal and runs March 29- April 19, 2025. Tickets on sale.
Interview: Aaron VanDanacker of THE LAST 5 YEARS at Ashland Productions
by Jared Fessler - March 11, 2025
The Last Five Years is currently playing at Ashland Productions as part of their Project Give Back. This production is running now through March 16, 2025. We chat with Aaron Vandanacker, who plays Jamie in this production.
by Jared Fessler - March 11, 2025
The Last Five Years is currently playing at Ashland Productions as part of their Project Give Back. This production is running now through March 16, 2025. We chat with Aaron Vandanacker, who plays Jamie in this production.
MEAN GIRLS National Tour Comes To The Ordway In April
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present the North American Tour of Mean Girls—the record-breaking new musical comedy adapted from the hit Paramount Pictures film—April 8-13, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present the North American Tour of Mean Girls—the record-breaking new musical comedy adapted from the hit Paramount Pictures film—April 8-13, 2025.
THE RUINS World Premiere and More Set for Guthrie Theater 2025–2026 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
The Guthrie Theater has revealed nine productions as part of its 2025–2026 mainstage season, plus a world premiere. Learn more about the season and see full programming here!
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2025
The Guthrie Theater has revealed nine productions as part of its 2025–2026 mainstage season, plus a world premiere. Learn more about the season and see full programming here!
Review: THE LAST 5 YEARS at Ashland Productions
by Jared Fessler - March 09, 2025
What did our critic think of THE LAST 5 YEARS at Ashland Productions?
by Jared Fessler - March 09, 2025
What did our critic think of THE LAST 5 YEARS at Ashland Productions?
Classic Albums Live Brings The Beatles and U2 To The Ordway This Spring
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present two concerts celebrating iconic albums this spring: Classic Albums Live: The Beatles' Abbey Road on March 23 and Classic Albums Live: U2's The Joshua Tree on April 4.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present two concerts celebrating iconic albums this spring: Classic Albums Live: The Beatles' Abbey Road on March 23 and Classic Albums Live: U2's The Joshua Tree on April 4.
Review: COME FROM AWAY at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
by Jared Fessler - March 05, 2025
What did our critic think of COME FROM AWAY at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts?
by Jared Fessler - March 05, 2025
What did our critic think of COME FROM AWAY at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts?
Review: LIFE OF PI at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - March 05, 2025
The national tour of Life of Pi made a stunning stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis from March 5–9, 2025, delivering a visually mesmerizing and emotionally powerful theatrical experience. Adapted from Yann Martel’s beloved novel, this stage production—winner of multiple Tony and Olivier Awards—captivates with its inventive storytelling, stunning puppetry, and a lead performance that anchors the show’s emotional depth.
by Jared Fessler - March 05, 2025
The national tour of Life of Pi made a stunning stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis from March 5–9, 2025, delivering a visually mesmerizing and emotionally powerful theatrical experience. Adapted from Yann Martel’s beloved novel, this stage production—winner of multiple Tony and Olivier Awards—captivates with its inventive storytelling, stunning puppetry, and a lead performance that anchors the show’s emotional depth.
REPROECO: Short Plays Exploring Reproductive Health And Environmental Justice is Coming To Wisconsin
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Six short plays in Repro Eco, connecting Reproductive Freedom and Environmental Justice, are headed for La Crosse, Wisconsin in March and April 2025. Learn more and see how to attend performances!
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Six short plays in Repro Eco, connecting Reproductive Freedom and Environmental Justice, are headed for La Crosse, Wisconsin in March and April 2025. Learn more and see how to attend performances!
BILL MURRAY & HIS BLOOD BROTHERS Comes to the Orpheum in April
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that Bill Murray, award-winning American actor, comedian, and writer, will perform with the Blood Brothers, a musical collaboration featuring artists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that Bill Murray, award-winning American actor, comedian, and writer, will perform with the Blood Brothers, a musical collaboration featuring artists Mike Zito and Albert Castiglia.
AJ CROCE Comes to the Pantages in October
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that BMG recording artist/singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce announces his new forthcoming album, “Heart of the Eternal,” to be released on March 7.
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2025
Hennepin Arts has announced that BMG recording artist/singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist A.J. Croce announces his new forthcoming album, “Heart of the Eternal,” to be released on March 7.
Nat Geo Ecologist Nalini Nadkarni To Give Behind-the-Scenes Talk At The Ordway
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will welcome tree canopy ecologist Nalini Nadkarni for Nat Geo Live: From Roots to Canopy on March 18. The show will feature behind-the-scenes stories from Nadkarni's four decades of experience exploring rainforest treetops and studying the ways forests inform our daily lives.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will welcome tree canopy ecologist Nalini Nadkarni for Nat Geo Live: From Roots to Canopy on March 18. The show will feature behind-the-scenes stories from Nadkarni's four decades of experience exploring rainforest treetops and studying the ways forests inform our daily lives.
Interview: Betsy Rosen of LIFE OF PI at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - March 03, 2025
Life of Pi will be making a tour stop at the Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota, from March 4 to March 9, 2025. We sat down with cast member Betsy Rosen (Assistant Puppetry & Movement Direction/Puppet Captain, Richard Parker/Puppeteer, Ensemble) to discuss her role and what makes this production so unique.
by Jared Fessler - March 03, 2025
Life of Pi will be making a tour stop at the Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis, Minnesota, from March 4 to March 9, 2025. We sat down with cast member Betsy Rosen (Assistant Puppetry & Movement Direction/Puppet Captain, Richard Parker/Puppeteer, Ensemble) to discuss her role and what makes this production so unique.
Tickets For THE WAILIN' JENNYS at the Pantages Theatre to go on Sale This Week
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2025
International folk act The Wailin' Jennys are headed to Minneapolis will perform at the historic Pantages Theatre in July. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2025
International folk act The Wailin' Jennys are headed to Minneapolis will perform at the historic Pantages Theatre in July. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: First Look at the Cast of FIFTY BOXES OF EARTH at Theater Mu
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025
Theater Mu is producing the world premiere of Ankita Raturi’s Fifty Boxes of Earth at Park Square Theatre. Check out all new photos of the cast ahead of the show's premiere here!
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2025
Theater Mu is producing the world premiere of Ankita Raturi’s Fifty Boxes of Earth at Park Square Theatre. Check out all new photos of the cast ahead of the show's premiere here!
Spotlight: THE LITTLE MERMAID at OUT ON A LIMB DANCE THEATER CO.
by BWW Special Offer - February 27, 2025
EXPERIENCE AN ENCHANTING REIMAGINING OF THE CLASSIC FAIRY TALE “THE LITTLE MERMAID”
by BWW Special Offer - February 27, 2025
EXPERIENCE AN ENCHANTING REIMAGINING OF THE CLASSIC FAIRY TALE “THE LITTLE MERMAID”
SOMETHING ROTTEN! Performed by Chaska Valley Family Theatre In March
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2025
Opening on March 28th and playing through April 6th at the Chaska High School Theatre, in Chaska, MN. Directed by Bryn Tanner, music direction by Sean Barker and choreographed by Kate McCall, Chaska Valley Family Theatre will perform Something Rotten!.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2025
Opening on March 28th and playing through April 6th at the Chaska High School Theatre, in Chaska, MN. Directed by Bryn Tanner, music direction by Sean Barker and choreographed by Kate McCall, Chaska Valley Family Theatre will perform Something Rotten!.
DEAR EVAN HANSEN Comes To The Ordway In March
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present the Saint Paul engagement of the Tony and Grammy -winning Best Musical that connected the world Dear Evan Hansen, March 11-16, 2025.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2025
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present the Saint Paul engagement of the Tony and Grammy -winning Best Musical that connected the world Dear Evan Hansen, March 11-16, 2025.
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Water for Elephants
Orpheum Theatre (3/3 - 3/8) | |
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Chelsea Handler: The High and Mighty Tour
State Theatre (4/25 - 4/25) | |
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The Girl Who Drank The Moon
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Shrek The Musical
Stages Theatre Company (6/20 - 8/2) | |
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis (4/25 - 5/23) | |
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The Music Man
DECC Symphony Hall (4/29 - 4/29) | |
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