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THE LITTLE MERMAID Comes to The Ordway This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2024
Next month, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present Disney's The Little Mermaid. The musical is based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film.
Interview: Lindsay Heather Pearce of LES MISÉRABLES Tour at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - November 05, 2024
One of the most celebrated musicals, Les Misérables, is making its return to the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We chat with cast member Lindsey Heather Pearce, who plays Fantine, to discuss the production and her excitement about performing in Minnesota!
Review: ROMEO & JULIET at MN Opera
by Joe Sarafolean - November 04, 2024
What did our critic think of ROMEO & JULIET at MN Opera?
PANCHATANTRA World Premiere Announced At Katha Dance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2024
Katha Dance Theatre will present the world premiere of PANCHATANTRA - THE DANCING TALES OF WISDOM at St. Catherine University.
Review: THE SILVER FOX: A FAMILY OPERA IN ONE ACT at The Landmark Center
by Jared Fessler - November 01, 2024
The Silver Fox is based on the enchanting bayou legend of a young girl who transforms into a silver fox to harness her magical powers. With music by Libby Larsen that beautifully weaves Cajun folk tunes into a lyrical, lilting fable, this opera captivates audiences of all ages.
Review: THE ALLY at Mixed Blood Theater
by Jared Fessler - November 01, 2024
What did our critic think of THE ALLY at Mixed Blood Theater?
Hennepin Arts Will Welcome Ann Miller and Tom Perron in Leadership Roles
by Nicole Rosky - October 31, 2024
Hennepin Arts has just announced the addition of two new senior positions to its leadership team, Ann Miller as the Senior Vice President of Corporate Partnerships and Tom Perron as the Senior Vice President of Individual & Institutional Giving.
HOMO DRAMATICUS Three Short Plays to be Presented at The Southern Theater
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Explore the complexities of the human condition with PANGEA WORLD THEATER and TEATRO DEL PUEBLO's presentation of HOMO DRAMATICUS, featuring three short plays by Alberto Adellach in Minneapolis. Learn how to purchase tickets.
RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA Comes to Duluth Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2024
Duluth Playhouse will present Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, an exciting new take on the beloved classic from the creators of The Sound of Music, running December 6 - 22, 2024 at the NorShor Theatre. 
Hennepin Arts Restructures Programming Department; Orpheum Theatre Named Theater Of The Year
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2024
Hennepin Arts announced a restructuring of its Programming department following the Orpheum Theatre's recognition as Theater of the Year, aiming to enhance its cultural offerings and community engagement.
Video: SOME LIKE IT HOT National Tour First Look
by Joshua Wright - October 29, 2024
Get a first look at all new video of Some Like It Hot on tour. Set in Chicago when Prohibition has everyone thirsty for a little excitement, SOME LIKE IT HOT is story of two musicians forced to flee the Windy City after witnessing a mob hit. With gangsters hot on their heels, they catch a cross-country train for the life-chasing, life-changing trip of a lifetime.
Interview: Dean Holt of DR. SEUSS’ HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children’s Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - October 29, 2024
A miserly and miserable, ever-so-cantankerous Grinch has observed the despicable Christmas joy of the Whos with disdain, from a distance, for decades. Enough! In this CTC holiday favorite, filled with music and Seussian rhymes, he plots the greatest heist imaginable—stealing the very thing they love the most! Until, that is, the smallest of the Whos, tiny Cindy Lou, extends a hand. Through the combination of kindness and community, we witness not only a change in the course of Who-History, but the size and capacity of the old green guy’s heart.
Robert Cray Celebrates 50 Years On The Road With A Stop In Minneapoli
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2024
Hennepin Arts has announced that blue icon, soul man and rock and roller Robert Cray is coming to the historic Pantages Theatre (710 Hennepin Ave.) on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
Submissions Close 10/31 for Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards
by BWW Awards - October 28, 2024
Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards. Don't miss Thursday's October 31st deadline!
Review: STEVIE WONDER - SING YOUR SONG! at Target Center Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - October 28, 2024
The legendary singer, songwriter, musician, and producer Stevie Wonder made a memorable stop at the Target Center in Minneapolis during his 2024 tour. Known for his incredible versatility across R&B, pop, soul, gospel, funk, and jazz, Wonder showcased his musical prowess while also demonstrating his skill with multiple instruments.
Review: REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL at Lush Lounge & Theater
by Jared Fessler - October 26, 2024
What did our critic think of REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL at Lush Lounge & Theater?
Review: BROOMSTICK at Open Eye Theatre
by Jared Fessler - October 26, 2024
What did our critic think of BROOMSTICK at Open Eye Theatre?
Review: RENT at Artistry Theater And Visual Arts
by Joe Sarafolean - October 25, 2024
While the autumn days turn chillier, the heat is being cranked to 100 within the theater walls of Artistry Theater and Visual Arts where an electrifying new production of RENT is currently lighting up the main stage.
BOGO TICKET OFFER for JONATHAN VAN NESS Coming To Mystic Lake
by Jared Fessler - October 24, 2024
Jonathan Van Ness is an Emmy-nominated television personality, two-time New York Times bestselling author, comedian, podcaster and celebrity hairstylist who is fresh off two successful worldwide comedy tours. Wildly entertaining and fun with unfiltered comedy, the show is a celebration of joy and a showcase for all the sides of JVN audiences have never seen before. 
Cast Set for I AM BETTY at History Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2024
History Theatre in Saint Paul announced the return of the musical I AM BETTY, celebrating 100 years of women's history and Betty Crocker.
Cast Set for DR. SEUSS'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! At Children's Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2024
Children's Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for DR. SEUSS'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS!, featuring Reed Sigmund as the Grinch and direction by Peter C. Brosius. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Exclusive: 'Only Us' From DEAR EVAN HANSEN National Tour
by Joshua Wright - October 21, 2024
Watch Hatty Ryan King (Zoe) and Michael Fabisch (Evan) perform 'Only Us' from the new national tour of Dear Evan Hansen in this exclusive video clip.
Last Chance To Submit Nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards
by BWW Awards - October 21, 2024
Time is running out to submit nominations for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis / St. Paul Awards. Don't miss next week's October 31st deadline!
Review: ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE: HOW SHAKESPEARE INVENTED THE VILLAIN at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - October 18, 2024
What did our critic think of ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE: HOW SHAKESPEARE INVENTED THE VILLAIN at Guthrie Theater? Read the review.
Review: DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERROR at Nocturnal Giraffe Theatre
by Jared Fessler - October 17, 2024
Nocturnal Giraffe Theatre presents Dracula: A Comedy of Terror, running now through November 2, 2024. Written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen and directed by Joy Donley, this comedy is perfect for the spooky season!

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