Theater Latté Da Presents OUR TOWN, Now Through 4/6
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2014
Critics are calling OUR TOWN 'stunning,' 'a vibrant creation' and 'an absolutely immersive experience'!
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2014
Critics are calling OUR TOWN 'stunning,' 'a vibrant creation' and 'an absolutely immersive experience'!
Ordway Center Hosts SOUND OF MUSIC Sing-a-Long Today
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2014
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts previously announced that Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music would return to the Ordway for a third year in a row. Today, Mar. 22, the Ordway will present two screenings of the popular film at 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $27.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2014
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts previously announced that Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music would return to the Ordway for a third year in a row. Today, Mar. 22, the Ordway will present two screenings of the popular film at 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $27.
BWW Reviews: Chanhassen Dinner Theatre's THE LITTLE MERMAID Makes Poseidon (and Disney) Proud
by Noah Lee Jordan - March 21, 2014
My tiny companion, Mia (she's 5-years-old) is sitting in a chair, staring intently at the stage-as she does when she's completely engaged-watching Chanhassen Dinner Theatre's regional premiere of THE LITTLE MERMAID. And just like that, I knew that no matter how I felt, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre's THE LITTLE MERMAID was a success.
by Noah Lee Jordan - March 21, 2014
My tiny companion, Mia (she's 5-years-old) is sitting in a chair, staring intently at the stage-as she does when she's completely engaged-watching Chanhassen Dinner Theatre's regional premiere of THE LITTLE MERMAID. And just like that, I knew that no matter how I felt, Chanhassen Dinner Theatre's THE LITTLE MERMAID was a success.
Woodbury Community Theatre Presents THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, Now thru 3/30
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Looking for the ideal show that blends musicals with comedy? Then get your tickets today for Woodbury Community Theatre's production of 'The Drowsy Chaperone,' directed by Lenore Weir. WCT will present 'The Drowsy Chaperone' March 21-30 - a much beloved 'musical within a comedy' during it's long run on Broadway and at the Ordway here in Minnesota, which won Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in 2006. It's a parody of musical comedy of the 1920s - and is by far the funniest musical we have ever seen!
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Looking for the ideal show that blends musicals with comedy? Then get your tickets today for Woodbury Community Theatre's production of 'The Drowsy Chaperone,' directed by Lenore Weir. WCT will present 'The Drowsy Chaperone' March 21-30 - a much beloved 'musical within a comedy' during it's long run on Broadway and at the Ordway here in Minnesota, which won Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in 2006. It's a parody of musical comedy of the 1920s - and is by far the funniest musical we have ever seen!
Theatre in the Round Presents DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE by Sarah Ruhl, Now thru 4/13
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) presents Dead Man's Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl in weekend performances today, March 21 - April 13, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) presents Dead Man's Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl in weekend performances today, March 21 - April 13, 2014.
Gadfly Theatre Productions Stages PRECIOUS LITTLE, Now thru 3/30
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Madeleine George's magical and deeply moving play about communication, commitment, and connection is coming to the People's Center in March. The former 13P playwright's contemporary tale starring Brodie, a gifted linguist and single-mom-to-be-by-choice contemplates tough questions when Brodie finds that the baby she's carrying will never be able to communicate via language. Failing to receive comfort from her young girlfriend, she finds connection in unlikely new friends--namely an ape at her local zoo, and Cleva--the last known speaker of a dying language. Precious Little will be produced at the People's Center Theatre on the West Bank of Minneapolis, and runs today, March 21st-30th.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Madeleine George's magical and deeply moving play about communication, commitment, and connection is coming to the People's Center in March. The former 13P playwright's contemporary tale starring Brodie, a gifted linguist and single-mom-to-be-by-choice contemplates tough questions when Brodie finds that the baby she's carrying will never be able to communicate via language. Failing to receive comfort from her young girlfriend, she finds connection in unlikely new friends--namely an ape at her local zoo, and Cleva--the last known speaker of a dying language. Precious Little will be produced at the People's Center Theatre on the West Bank of Minneapolis, and runs today, March 21st-30th.
Gadfly Theatre Productions Presents PRECIOUS LITTLE, Now thru 3/30
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Madeleine George's magical and deeply moving play about communication, commitment, and connection is coming to the People's Center in March. The former 13P playwright's contemporary tale starring Brodie, a gifted linguist and single-mom-to-be-by-choice contemplates tough questions when Brodie finds that the baby she's carrying will never be able to communicate via language. Failing to receive comfort from her young girlfriend, she finds connection in unlikely new friends--namely an ape at her local zoo, and Cleva--the last known speaker of a dying language. Precious Little will be produced at the People's Center Theatre on the West Bank of Minneapolis, and runs today, March 21st-30th.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2014
Madeleine George's magical and deeply moving play about communication, commitment, and connection is coming to the People's Center in March. The former 13P playwright's contemporary tale starring Brodie, a gifted linguist and single-mom-to-be-by-choice contemplates tough questions when Brodie finds that the baby she's carrying will never be able to communicate via language. Failing to receive comfort from her young girlfriend, she finds connection in unlikely new friends--namely an ape at her local zoo, and Cleva--the last known speaker of a dying language. Precious Little will be produced at the People's Center Theatre on the West Bank of Minneapolis, and runs today, March 21st-30th.
MAMMA MIA's Carly Sakolove Does Idina Does Adele Dazeem in Parody Video
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 20, 2014
Actress Carly Sakolove (Rosie), who was in Minneapolis last month, recorded this fun parody video after the Oscars performance and name-twisting by John Travolta.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 20, 2014
Actress Carly Sakolove (Rosie), who was in Minneapolis last month, recorded this fun parody video after the Oscars performance and name-twisting by John Travolta.
BWW Interviews: Sassy Cassio - Getting to know OTHELLO's John Catron
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 19, 2014
Actor John Catron reveals a little insight into his Cassio in the Guthrie Theater's production of OTHELLO and a little about himself and his future work in this Q&A.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 19, 2014
Actor John Catron reveals a little insight into his Cassio in the Guthrie Theater's production of OTHELLO and a little about himself and his future work in this Q&A.
Freshwater Theatre to Present World Premiere of LGBT Historical Romance MRS. CHARLES, 5/3-18
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 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.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 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.
BNW to Present Spring Reboot of 'A PEDALPUB NAMED DESIRE,' 4/17-6/28
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2014
The Brave New Workshop Theatre (BNW) is pleased to announce a spring reboot of its current hit winter show. The updated version will be titled 'A Pedalpub Named Desire: Love in Minnesota.' Previews for the show run April 17-24, with opening night on Friday, April 25. The show runs through June 28. All performances are at the Brave New Workshop Theatre main stage at 824 Hennepin Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis. Tickets for 'Pedalpub' are on sale now at (612) 332-6620 or http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2014
The Brave New Workshop Theatre (BNW) is pleased to announce a spring reboot of its current hit winter show. The updated version will be titled 'A Pedalpub Named Desire: Love in Minnesota.' Previews for the show run April 17-24, with opening night on Friday, April 25. The show runs through June 28. All performances are at the Brave New Workshop Theatre main stage at 824 Hennepin Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis. Tickets for 'Pedalpub' are on sale now at (612) 332-6620 or http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/
Lyric Arts to Present THE COMPLETE WORKS OF SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED), 3/28-4/13
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2014
Lyric Arts is set to blow high school English out of the water with The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), coming to the Main Street Stage this Spring.
by BWW News Desk - March 18, 2014
Lyric Arts is set to blow high school English out of the water with The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged), coming to the Main Street Stage this Spring.
The Playwrights' Center to Present Reading of Winter Miller's New Play SEED, 4/7
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2014
The Playwrights' Center presents a reading of Core Writer Winter Miller's new play SEED, directed by M. Graham Smith, on Monday, April 7, at 7 p.m., as the last event in the Center's 2013-14 Ruth Easton New Play Series. The reading is free and open to the public. The Playwrights' Center is located at 2301 E. Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2014
The Playwrights' Center presents a reading of Core Writer Winter Miller's new play SEED, directed by M. Graham Smith, on Monday, April 7, at 7 p.m., as the last event in the Center's 2013-14 Ruth Easton New Play Series. The reading is free and open to the public. The Playwrights' Center is located at 2301 E. Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis.
1984, THE WOODSMAN & THE ILLUSION Set for Theatre Pro Rata's 2014-15 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2014
Theatre Pro Rata announced its 2014-2015 season today, featuring an adaptation of George Orwell's 1984, The Woodsman by Steven Fechter, and The Illusion by Tony Kushner.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2014
Theatre Pro Rata announced its 2014-2015 season today, featuring an adaptation of George Orwell's 1984, The Woodsman by Steven Fechter, and The Illusion by Tony Kushner.
Woodbury Community Theatre Presents THE DROWSY CHAPERONE, 3/21-30
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2014
Looking for the ideal show that blends musicals with comedy? Then get your tickets today for Woodbury Community Theatre's production of 'The Drowsy Chaperone,' directed by Lenore Weir. WCT will present 'The Drowsy Chaperone' March 21-30 - a much beloved 'musical within a comedy' during it's long run on Broadway and at the Ordway here in Minnesota, which won Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in 2006. It's a parody of musical comedy of the 1920s - and is by far the funniest musical we have ever seen!
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2014
Looking for the ideal show that blends musicals with comedy? Then get your tickets today for Woodbury Community Theatre's production of 'The Drowsy Chaperone,' directed by Lenore Weir. WCT will present 'The Drowsy Chaperone' March 21-30 - a much beloved 'musical within a comedy' during it's long run on Broadway and at the Ordway here in Minnesota, which won Tony Awards for Best Book and Best Score in 2006. It's a parody of musical comedy of the 1920s - and is by far the funniest musical we have ever seen!
Jim Lichtscheidl, Dan Beckmann, & More Make Up Cast of THE HISTORY OF INVULNERABILITY at Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company; Show runs 4/19-5/11
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 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.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 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.
History Theatre's THE THINGS THEY CARRIED and LONELY SOLDIERS to Run Through 4/6
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
History Theatre's March repertoire will put two plays on stage which each explore the experiences of soldiers during and after two of America's most recent wars. The Things They Carried by Worthington native Tim O'Brien in the award winning novel about the Vietnam War seen through the eyes of an American soldier. It is being adapted for the stage by local storyteller Jim Stowell and performed as a one-man show by Stephen D'Ambrose, directed by Leah Cooper.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
History Theatre's March repertoire will put two plays on stage which each explore the experiences of soldiers during and after two of America's most recent wars. The Things They Carried by Worthington native Tim O'Brien in the award winning novel about the Vietnam War seen through the eyes of an American soldier. It is being adapted for the stage by local storyteller Jim Stowell and performed as a one-man show by Stephen D'Ambrose, directed by Leah Cooper.
BWW Reviews: Fun, Puns and Tons of Imagination, PETER AND THE STARCATCHER
by Noah Lee Jordan - March 14, 2014
Before there was Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, Wendy and those two annoying little brothers--there was just a boy who didn't have a name, a few orphan friends, a 'starcatcher' named Molly and a ship named Neverland...
by Noah Lee Jordan - March 14, 2014
Before there was Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, Wendy and those two annoying little brothers--there was just a boy who didn't have a name, a few orphan friends, a 'starcatcher' named Molly and a ship named Neverland...
Mixed Blood Theatre's SECONDS Festival of Play Readings Kicks Off Today
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
With 'SECONDS', a Festival of Play Readings, Mixed Blood Artistic Director Jack Reuler has curated a 'can't miss' opportunity to catch a glimpse of what's hot in American theatre!
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
With 'SECONDS', a Festival of Play Readings, Mixed Blood Artistic Director Jack Reuler has curated a 'can't miss' opportunity to catch a glimpse of what's hot in American theatre!
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Guthrie Theater's OTHELLO - Peter Macon, Tracey Maloney and More!
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
The Guthrie Theater presents William Shakespeare's OTHELLO, directed by Marion McClinton. The show opens tonight, March 14 and runs through Sunday, April 20, 2014. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2014
The Guthrie Theater presents William Shakespeare's OTHELLO, directed by Marion McClinton. The show opens tonight, March 14 and runs through Sunday, April 20, 2014. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in rehearsal below!
ONCE National Tour Coming to Orpheum Theatre, 4/1-6
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2014
Once, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, makes its Minneapolis premiere at Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, April 1-6, 2014. Tickets for Once are on sale now. Once is presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust as part of its Broadway Season. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2014
Once, winner of eight Tony Awards including Best Musical and winner of the 2013 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, makes its Minneapolis premiere at Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, April 1-6, 2014. Tickets for Once are on sale now. Once is presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust as part of its Broadway Season. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
BNW Student Union Launches New Sketch Comedy Revue MERRY SPIDER CAFE
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2014
The BNW Student Union has announced 'Merry Spider Cafe,' a brand new sketch comedy revue written and performed by Ferrari McSpeedy and presented by the BNW Student Union. All performances are at the historical home of the Brave New Workshop, 2605 Hennepin Ave S in Uptown Minneapolis. The show opens Friday, April 11 and runs through Saturday, April 26.
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2014
The BNW Student Union has announced 'Merry Spider Cafe,' a brand new sketch comedy revue written and performed by Ferrari McSpeedy and presented by the BNW Student Union. All performances are at the historical home of the Brave New Workshop, 2605 Hennepin Ave S in Uptown Minneapolis. The show opens Friday, April 11 and runs through Saturday, April 26.
Theatre LatteDa Presents OUR TOWN, Now thru 4/6
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2014
Theater Latte Da will present Our Town today, March 12 - April 6, 2014 | The Lab Theater - 700 N 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
by BWW News Desk - March 12, 2014
Theater Latte Da will present Our Town today, March 12 - April 6, 2014 | The Lab Theater - 700 N 1st Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Theatre in the Round Presents DEAD MAN'S CELL PHONE by Sarah Ruhl, , 3/21-4/13
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) presents Dead Man's Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl in weekend performances March 21 - April 13, 2014.
by BWW News Desk - March 11, 2014
Theatre in the Round Players (TRP) presents Dead Man's Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl in weekend performances March 21 - April 13, 2014.
BWW Interviews: PETER & THE STARCATCHER's Jimonn Cole Says to Expect Innovative Storytelling
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 11, 2014
Tony-award winning PETER AND THE STARCATCHER opens March 11 for a brief run at the Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre. Actor Jimonn Cole warns that audiences should come expecting an innovative evening of storytelling.
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - March 11, 2014
Tony-award winning PETER AND THE STARCATCHER opens March 11 for a brief run at the Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre. Actor Jimonn Cole warns that audiences should come expecting an innovative evening of storytelling.
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