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The Danger Committee Presents DANGER 101, Now thru 5/17
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014
The Brave New Workshop Theatre (BNW) will host The Danger Committee, presenting 'Danger 101' in the BNW's ETC Event Centre in Downtown Minneapolis. The family-friendly show opens tonight, May 3 2014 and runs for just three Todays, through May 17.
History Theatre Presents the New Musical THE WORKING BOYS BAND, Now thru 6/1
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014
History Theatre will produce the world premiere of a new musical by local artists Dominic Orlando (book and lyrics) and the late Hiram Titus (composer). The Working Boys Band tells the story of Professor C.C. Heintzeman, a German-born educator who believed in the power of music to give structure and purpose to people's lives, especially for the children who worked in the mills and factories of Minneapolis in the years before Child Labor Laws. The story of the Minneapolis Working Boys Band and its founder was suggested to History Theatre back in 2010 when Titus handed a photo of the band circa 1915 and his first draft of the opening number to artistic director Ron Peluso. In September of 2013, Titus submitted the show's finale just days before suffering a fatal cardiac arrest; Raymond Berg joined the team to finish the musical arrangements.
Freshwater Theatre Presents World Premiere of LGBT Historical Romance MRS. CHARLES, Now thru 5/18
by BWW News Desk - May 03, 2014
2013 Ivey Award recipient Freshwater Theatre Company finishes their season with the world premiere of Mrs. Charles, a brand new LGBT historical romance by playwright, historian, Freshwater Co- Artistic Director and author of 2010 Fringe hit Table 12: A Play at a Wedding Ruth Virkus*, directed by Jimmy LeDuc, theater faculty at Saint Paul College and freelance director whose recent credits include Dangerous Liaisons in Minneapolis and Grey Gardens in Atlanta, Georgia.
Photo Flash: First Look at History Theatre's THE WORKING BOYS BAND World Premiere
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2014
History Theatre produces the world premiere of a new musical by local artists Dominic Orlando (book and lyrics) and the late Hiram Titus (composer). BroadwayWorld has a first look at the show below!
BWW Interviews: Look Out Los Angeles, Here Comes the New Kid - Jemar Michael
by Noah Lee Jordan - May 02, 2014
Back in the day, Jemar Michael was just another chubby kid with big city dreams. Now he's making his feature film debut in the upcoming DEAR WHITE PEOPLE, moving to Los Angeles, and showing of his newfound body on various social networks.
The Danger Committee to Present DANGER 101, 5/3-17
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
The Brave New Workshop Theatre (BNW) will host The Danger Committee, presenting 'Danger 101' in the BNW's ETC Event Centre in Downtown Minneapolis. The family-friendly show opens Saturday, May 3 2014 and runs for just three Saturdays, through May 17.
BWW Interviews: Getting to Know SHREK's Reed Sigmund
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - April 29, 2014
Children's Theatre Company recently opened its production of SHREK THE MUSICAL and Shrek himself, Reed Sigmund, shared his insights on all things green, smelly and loving his life as an actor in Minneapolis.
Last Chance to See FAIR GAME at Yellow Tree Theatre, Now Through 5/4
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
There's only four chances left to catch the all-original comedy FAIR GAME so don't be left on the fairway! (See what we did there?) It's not every day you get to see the world premiere of a brand spanking new play! Also--it's not every day you get to see a biffy right on stage. Click here to get your tickets before they're gone!
BLUE MAN GROUP, BRING IT ON and More Set for the Ordway, Now thru June 2014
by BWW News Desk - April 29, 2014
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will feature many exciting events as part of its April-June calendar.
Bloomington Civic Theatre Presents GYPSY, Starring Dora Dolphin as Baby June, Now thru 5/25
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2014
Bloomington Civic Theatre is proud to present Gypsy at the Schneider Theatre, starring Dora Dolphin as Baby June. Gypsy is directed by Zach Curtis, choreographed by Shannon Roberg, and musically directed by Anita Ruth. The show will run today, April 25-May 25, 2014.
The Ordway to Present 2014 FLINT HILLS INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN'S FESTIVAL, 5/27-6/1
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2014
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts announced today the lineup for the 14th annual Flint Hills International Children's Festival from May 27-June 1. Minnesota's signature arts festival for children and families-one of the largest of its kind in the nation-features local, regional and international artists representing 25 countries on seven indoor and outdoor stages. The Festival fills downtown Saint Paul's Rice Park, Landmark Center, Landmark Plaza, Hamm Plaza, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts, and the Lehr and Lab Theaters.
Helen Anker and Jeff McCarthy to Lead Guthrie's MY FAIR LADY; Performances Begin 6/28
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2014
The Guthrie Theater today announced casting for the production of My Fair Lady, the hummable, quotable, utterly enjoyable musical for the whole family. Playing for the first time at the Guthrie, under the direction of Joe Dowling, My Fair Lady will feature Helen Anker as Eliza Doolittle, Tony Sheldon as Colonel Pickering, Donald Corren as Alfred P. Doolittle - all in their Guthrie debuts - and Jeff McCarthy as Professor Henry Higgins. Performances begin on the Wurtele Thrust Stage on Saturday, June 28. Single tickets start at $28 and are now on sale through the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE, 612.225.6244 (Group Sales) and online at www.guthrietheater.org.
Dr. Dan Siegel Speaks at Northrop's Wellbeing Lecture Series Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2014
Center for Spirituality and Healing continues its Wellbeing Lecture Series with Dr. Dan Siegel speaking on 'The Art and Science of Relationships: Changing the Cultural Conversation on Relatedness and Wellbeing'. The talk is set for tonight, April 24, 7:00 pm on the Carlson Family Stage at Northrop.
Bloomington Civic Theatre to Present GYPSY, Starring Dora Dolphin as Baby June, 4/25-5/25
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2014
Bloomington Civic Theatre is proud to present Gypsy at the Schneider Theatre, starring Dora Dolphin as Baby June. Gypsy is directed by Zach Curtis, choreographed by Shannon Roberg, and musically directed by Anita Ruth. The show will run April 25-May 25, 2014.
Theatre Pro Rata's TWELFTH NIGHT to Open 6/6
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2014
On June 6th, 2014 Theatre Pro Rata will open Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare, performing in Twin Cities metro area parks.
THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE to Open 5/8 at Camp Bar Cabaret
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2014
Performances: Playing 7 performances only: May 8, 9, 10, 16, & 17th at 7:30, and Sunday May 11 (pay what you can) & 18 at 5:30 in the Camp Bar Cabaret, 490 N Robert St, St Paul, MN 55101. Tickets are $20.
SHREK THE MUSICAL Heads to Children's Theatre Company Today
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
Acclaimed director Peter Rothstein (Cabaret, Theatre Latte? Da) will bring a magnetic Shrek the Musical to life on CTC's UnitedHealth Group Stage beginning today, April 22. With a seasoned cast including Reed Sigmund, Autumn Ness and Ansa Akyea, incredible scenic and costume designs, choreography by Michael Matthew Ferrell and Tony-nominated music, Shrek is an ogre-sized musical with an equally big soul, sure to delight everyone from the very young to the young at heart.
John Skelley Stars in HAMLET and ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD at the Guthrie, Beg. Tonight
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2014
The Guthrie Theater and The Acting Company (TAC) reunite for a sixth year, presenting Hamlet, Shakespeare's story of a Danish prince's search for vengeance, justice and truth, in repertory with Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead, a reworking of the same tragedy from the point of view of two minor characters and their static existence in a world beyond their comprehension. This two-week engagement today, April 22 - May 4, on the McGuire Proscenium Stage, will conclude a successful seven-month 42-city tour, during which time these productions played to thousands of adults and students in large and small markets around the United States. Both Hamlet and Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead will showcase the talents of graduates of the University of Minnesota/Guthrie Theater B.F.A. Actor Training Program, as well as alumni of A Guthrie Experience for Actors in Training.
Jim Lichtscheidl, Dan Beckmann and More Make Up Cast of THE HISTORY OF INVULNERABILITY at Minnesota Jewish Theatre, Now thru 5/11
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2014
Minnesota Jewish Theater Company is pleased to announce the cast for the regional premiere of The History of Invulnerability by David Bar Katz and directed by Hayley Finn. The show tells the story of the creation of Superman by Jerry Siegel with illustrator Joe Shuster, and the rise of this superhero to iconic status during the 1930s and 40s. Based on true events, this intriguing new play tells the tumultuous story, intertwining the events of a world in strife, a place where even Superman has his limits.
BRING IT ON National Tour to Play Ordway Center, 5/13-18
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2014
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts announced today that Bring It On: The Musical will perform on the Saint Paul stage May 13-18, 2014.
STAGE TUBE: In Rehearsal with Cast of Mixed Blood's PASSING STRANGE, Opening 4/25
by Tyler Peterson - April 16, 2014
Identity and racial politics form the foundation of PASSING STRANGE, one of the seminal musicals of our time, and Mixed Blood Theatre's production honors that epic rock legacy, with the added dimension of the intimacy and immediacy of the Alan Page Auditorium. With disparate styles that range from '60's Europop to '70's punk to '80's electronica, to gospel, soul, and funk, to musical theatre, and with a nod to James Brown, this Tony Award winner is a play within a rock concert. Eschewing preconceptions, this band's lead singer is a middle class African American Buddhist rocker ex-pat story-teller, sharing the picaresque journey of his youth via 24 songs. The play's title is inspired by a passage in Shakespeare's OTHELLO.
Mixed Blood's THE DEAF DUCKLING Adds to Performance at Parkway Theatre, 4/25-4/26
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2014
Mixed Blood Theatre's THE DEAF DUCKLING wraps up its regional tour with performances on April 25 and 26 at the Parkway Theater in south Minneapolis. The family-friendly show, performed simultaneously in American Sign Language and English, begins at 7:00 p.m. each evening.
David Sedaris Will Return to the State Theatre, 10/29
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2014
David Sedaris, internationally acclaimed New York Times bestselling author and National Public Radio humorist, returns by popular demand for his annual visit to the State Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2014. With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, Sedaris is one of America's pre-eminent humor writers with more than seven million copies of his books in print. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 18. Visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787 for tickets or more information.
Theatre in the Round to Present LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE, 4/25-5/18
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2014
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) presents "Love, Loss, and What I Wore" by Nora and Delia Ephron and directed by Shanan Custer in weekend performances April 25 - May 18, 2014.
There's Still Time to See the Minnesota Dance Theatre at the Cowles Center, 4/12-13
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2014
If you haven't bought your tickets yet THERE'S STILL TIME! Minnesota Dance Theatre at the Cowles Center Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 pm*** and Sunday, April 13 at 2:00 pm.

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