Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Welcome THE BEATLES – A TRIBUTE CONCERT Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2012
On New Year's Eve, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) will present a debut staging of THE BEATLES - A TRIBUTE CONCERT. This anthology of The Beatles' most popular hits dating from 1963 to 1970 will be performed by Jonny James and the Hall of Fames, a local band featuring the talents of such performers as Jonny James, Mike Menard, Andrew Thornbrough, Matt Riehle, and guesting in will be, Mike McDonough of the 'Rubber Soul' Beatles Tribute band. This concert performance will be celebrated on Chanhassen's Fireside stage for one performance only tonight evening, December 31.
by BWW News Desk - December 31, 2012
On New Year's Eve, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) will present a debut staging of THE BEATLES - A TRIBUTE CONCERT. This anthology of The Beatles' most popular hits dating from 1963 to 1970 will be performed by Jonny James and the Hall of Fames, a local band featuring the talents of such performers as Jonny James, Mike Menard, Andrew Thornbrough, Matt Riehle, and guesting in will be, Mike McDonough of the 'Rubber Soul' Beatles Tribute band. This concert performance will be celebrated on Chanhassen's Fireside stage for one performance only tonight evening, December 31.
Guthrie Theater Offers First-Ever 'Tweet Seats', Beginning Tonight at THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced that beginning tonight, December 27, the theater will offer its first-ever 'Tweet Seats' during four consecutive Thursday performances of The Servant of Two Masters, allowing social media users an opportunity to interact during the show. A limited number of seats located in a balcony level of the McGuire Proscenium in a section that will not be disruptive to other patrons will be designated as Tweet Seats. Tweet Seat tickets are $15 and are available by calling the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, and mentioning 'Tweet.' Tickets are not available online, with other offers, or on previously purchased tickets. Handing fees may apply.
by BWW News Desk - December 27, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced that beginning tonight, December 27, the theater will offer its first-ever 'Tweet Seats' during four consecutive Thursday performances of The Servant of Two Masters, allowing social media users an opportunity to interact during the show. A limited number of seats located in a balcony level of the McGuire Proscenium in a section that will not be disruptive to other patrons will be designated as Tweet Seats. Tweet Seat tickets are $15 and are available by calling the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, and mentioning 'Tweet.' Tickets are not available online, with other offers, or on previously purchased tickets. Handing fees may apply.
Theatre in the Round Presents RABBIT HOLE, Beginning 1/11
by Kelsey Denette - December 27, 2012
Theatre in the Round Players presents RABBIT HOLE by David Lindsay-Abaire, January 11 - February 3, 2013.
by Kelsey Denette - December 27, 2012
Theatre in the Round Players presents RABBIT HOLE by David Lindsay-Abaire, January 11 - February 3, 2013.
BWW's Top St. Paul Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of St. Paul in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of St. Paul in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
BWW's Top Minneapolis Theatre Stories of 2012
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Minneapolis in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 26, 2012
BroadwayWorld brings you the Best of Minneapolis in the year 2012. Check out the Top Theatre Stories from each month during in the year 2012. We look forward to another exciting year of theatre in 2013!
Kari Margolis Workshops Return to Bloomington Theatre and Art Center, 1/26
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2012
After a highly successful sold-out workshops in 2011 and 2012, internationally-recognized playwright, director, actress, and master teacher Kari Margolis is back in Bloomington. Bloomington Theatre and Art Center welcomes Kari Margolis on Saturday, January 26, 2013 for her workshop titled Margolis Method: A Theatrical Journey to the Actor's Creative Core, a 1-day intensive from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. designed to help professional and student actors merge their body, breath, and imagination to create a complete performance.
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2012
After a highly successful sold-out workshops in 2011 and 2012, internationally-recognized playwright, director, actress, and master teacher Kari Margolis is back in Bloomington. Bloomington Theatre and Art Center welcomes Kari Margolis on Saturday, January 26, 2013 for her workshop titled Margolis Method: A Theatrical Journey to the Actor's Creative Core, a 1-day intensive from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. designed to help professional and student actors merge their body, breath, and imagination to create a complete performance.
Katie McMahon's CELTIC CHRISTMAS Comes to The O'Shaughnessy Today
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2012
A holiday tradition for the past 10 years, The O'Shaughnessy proudly presents Katie McMahon's Celtic Christmas performing tonight, December 22nd, at 7:30pm at The O'Shaughnessy Auditorium, 2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN.
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2012
A holiday tradition for the past 10 years, The O'Shaughnessy proudly presents Katie McMahon's Celtic Christmas performing tonight, December 22nd, at 7:30pm at The O'Shaughnessy Auditorium, 2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN.
The Guthrie Announces First-Ever Tweet Seats for THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS
by Kelsey Denette - December 21, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced that beginning December 27, the theater will offer its first-ever "Tweet Seats" during four consecutive Thursday performances of The Servant of Two Masters, allowing social media users an opportunity to interact during the show. A limited number of seats located in a balcony level of the McGuire Proscenium in a section that will not be disruptive to other patrons will be designated as Tweet Seats. Tweet Seat tickets are $15 and are available by calling the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, and mentioning "Tweet." Tickets are not available online, with other offers, or on previously purchased tickets. Handing fees may apply.
by Kelsey Denette - December 21, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced that beginning December 27, the theater will offer its first-ever "Tweet Seats" during four consecutive Thursday performances of The Servant of Two Masters, allowing social media users an opportunity to interact during the show. A limited number of seats located in a balcony level of the McGuire Proscenium in a section that will not be disruptive to other patrons will be designated as Tweet Seats. Tweet Seat tickets are $15 and are available by calling the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, and mentioning "Tweet." Tickets are not available online, with other offers, or on previously purchased tickets. Handing fees may apply.
STAGE TUBE: Behind the Scenes with ELF's Matt Kopec and More at the Ordway
by Stage Tube - December 20, 2012
The Broadway musical ELF is currently playing Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul for a three-week run. The city's WCCO-TV got a behind-the-scenes look at the production and spoke with the lead actors, including Matt Kopec, who plays Buddy. Click below to watch!
by Stage Tube - December 20, 2012
The Broadway musical ELF is currently playing Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul for a three-week run. The city's WCCO-TV got a behind-the-scenes look at the production and spoke with the lead actors, including Matt Kopec, who plays Buddy. Click below to watch!
Hennepin Theatre Trust Announces Fall 2012 SpotLight Musical Theatre Program Honors
by Kelsey Denette - December 20, 2012
Hennepin Theatre Trust today announced the new fall 2012 honorees from Minnesota high schools recognizing theatre accomplishments by school and category for the 2012-13 SpotLight Musical Theatre Program. Now in its eighth successful year, SpotLight is Hennepin Theatre Trust's flagship educational initiative which honors, supports and advocates for Minnesota high school musical theatre students and programs. This year, 56 schools, including nine from greater Minnesota, are presenting musicals made possible by the collaboration of almost 5,000 students and annually seen by an estimated 105,000 audience members.
by Kelsey Denette - December 20, 2012
Hennepin Theatre Trust today announced the new fall 2012 honorees from Minnesota high schools recognizing theatre accomplishments by school and category for the 2012-13 SpotLight Musical Theatre Program. Now in its eighth successful year, SpotLight is Hennepin Theatre Trust's flagship educational initiative which honors, supports and advocates for Minnesota high school musical theatre students and programs. This year, 56 schools, including nine from greater Minnesota, are presenting musicals made possible by the collaboration of almost 5,000 students and annually seen by an estimated 105,000 audience members.
Illusion Theater's 8th Annual Lights Up! Series Presents RED RESURRECTED, 2/8-3/2
by Kelsey Denette - December 19, 2012
Illusion Theater's 8th Annual Lights Up! series presents the ensemble that brought the critically-acclaimed, Ivey Award-winning Ballad of the Pale Fisherman to stage last year. From February 8-March 2, 2013, Transatlantic Love Affair returns with an expanded version of RED RESURRECTED, a 2011 top-selling Fringe Festival show. This year, they tackle the themes inherent in the Red Riding Hood fable in a dark and surprising re-imagining. Adding elements from Persephone of Greek mythology and La Loba of Mexican folklore, Red Resurrected conjures up a completely new tale of a young woman's journey through love, pain and healing.
by Kelsey Denette - December 19, 2012
Illusion Theater's 8th Annual Lights Up! series presents the ensemble that brought the critically-acclaimed, Ivey Award-winning Ballad of the Pale Fisherman to stage last year. From February 8-March 2, 2013, Transatlantic Love Affair returns with an expanded version of RED RESURRECTED, a 2011 top-selling Fringe Festival show. This year, they tackle the themes inherent in the Red Riding Hood fable in a dark and surprising re-imagining. Adding elements from Persephone of Greek mythology and La Loba of Mexican folklore, Red Resurrected conjures up a completely new tale of a young woman's journey through love, pain and healing.
Children's Theatre Company Presents PINOCCHIO, 1/15-2/24
by Kelsey Denette - December 19, 2012
Greg Banks has created many highly-acclaimed adaptations for Children's Theatre Company (CTC) audiences, including Robin Hood, Huck Finn, and Romeo and Juliet. Banks returns to CTC to reimagine Carlo Collodi's classic Italian folk tale Pinocchio in what has potential to be the most invigorating theatrical event of the season. Banks' Pinocchio will feature four of the Twin Cities' most celebrated actors playing multiple roles. CTC's production of Pinocchio, like Collodi's story, will explore the magical moments when make-believe becomes real.
by Kelsey Denette - December 19, 2012
Greg Banks has created many highly-acclaimed adaptations for Children's Theatre Company (CTC) audiences, including Robin Hood, Huck Finn, and Romeo and Juliet. Banks returns to CTC to reimagine Carlo Collodi's classic Italian folk tale Pinocchio in what has potential to be the most invigorating theatrical event of the season. Banks' Pinocchio will feature four of the Twin Cities' most celebrated actors playing multiple roles. CTC's production of Pinocchio, like Collodi's story, will explore the magical moments when make-believe becomes real.
SISTER'S EASTER CATECHISM Debuts at New Century Theatre, 2/27-3/31
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2012
Sister's Easter Catechism: Will My Bunny Go To Heaven?, the newest addition to the sinfully funny internationally known Late Nite Catechism series, will debut in Minnesota at Hennepin Theatre Trust's New Century Theatre, February 27-March 31, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2012
Sister's Easter Catechism: Will My Bunny Go To Heaven?, the newest addition to the sinfully funny internationally known Late Nite Catechism series, will debut in Minnesota at Hennepin Theatre Trust's New Century Theatre, February 27-March 31, 2013.
Guthrie Director Joe Dowling Announces Dowling Fellowship and 2012 Artistic Director's Award
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2012
Guthrie Theater Director Joe Dowling today announced actor/writer Matthew Amendt as the recipient of the first Joe Dowling Annaghmakerrig Fellowship Award. The fellowship is given to an established theater professional who is in some way associated with the Guthrie; the recipient is given the opportunity to benefit personally and professionally from the experience of spending two weeks at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre on the estate of Annaghmakerrig, Guthrie's home in Ireland. The Center is a residential retreat for artists from around the globe, offering time and space in which to research, create or develop work.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2012
Guthrie Theater Director Joe Dowling today announced actor/writer Matthew Amendt as the recipient of the first Joe Dowling Annaghmakerrig Fellowship Award. The fellowship is given to an established theater professional who is in some way associated with the Guthrie; the recipient is given the opportunity to benefit personally and professionally from the experience of spending two weeks at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre on the estate of Annaghmakerrig, Guthrie's home in Ireland. The Center is a residential retreat for artists from around the globe, offering time and space in which to research, create or develop work.
The Guthrie Announces Casting for the Pillsbury House Theatre Production of BUZZER
by Kelsey Denette - December 17, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced complete casting for the remount of the Pillsbury House Theatre production Buzzer by Tracey Scott Wilson. Buzzer, co-commissioned by the Guthrie Theater and Pillsbury House Theatre, will be helmed by Tony-nominated director Marion McClinton and play the Dowling Studio from February 8-March 3, 2013. Buzzer was previously performed at Pillsbury House Theatre last fall.
by Kelsey Denette - December 17, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced complete casting for the remount of the Pillsbury House Theatre production Buzzer by Tracey Scott Wilson. Buzzer, co-commissioned by the Guthrie Theater and Pillsbury House Theatre, will be helmed by Tony-nominated director Marion McClinton and play the Dowling Studio from February 8-March 3, 2013. Buzzer was previously performed at Pillsbury House Theatre last fall.
PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT Comes to the Orpheum, January 8-13
by Kelsey Denette - December 14, 2012
Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical, the outrageously fun show about three friends on the roadtrip of a lifetime, will make its national tour debut at Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, January 8-13, 2013. Called a "rollicking crowd-pleaser in sequins" by Variety, this international hit with more than 500 2011 Tony Award-winning costumes features a parade of dance floor favorites including "It's Raining Men," "Finally" and "I Will Survive." Single tickets are on sale now. Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical is presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust as part of its 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis season. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
by Kelsey Denette - December 14, 2012
Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical, the outrageously fun show about three friends on the roadtrip of a lifetime, will make its national tour debut at Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre, January 8-13, 2013. Called a "rollicking crowd-pleaser in sequins" by Variety, this international hit with more than 500 2011 Tony Award-winning costumes features a parade of dance floor favorites including "It's Raining Men," "Finally" and "I Will Survive." Single tickets are on sale now. Priscilla Queen of the Desert The Musical is presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust as part of its 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis season. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
The Guthrie Announces LONG DAY'S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT Casting
by Kelsey Denette - December 11, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced complete casting for its production of Eugene O'Neill's semi-autobiographical masterwork Long Day's Journey into Night. For the first time in its 50-year history, the Guthrie will present this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning family drama under the direction of Artistic Director Joe Dowling. The production will star actors Peter Michael Goetz and Helen Carey in the roles of James and Mary Tyrone. James is an aging actor and Mary is his rambling, morphine-addicted wife-both struggle to helm a dysfunctional family racked by addiction, despair and festering guilt.
by Kelsey Denette - December 11, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced complete casting for its production of Eugene O'Neill's semi-autobiographical masterwork Long Day's Journey into Night. For the first time in its 50-year history, the Guthrie will present this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning family drama under the direction of Artistic Director Joe Dowling. The production will star actors Peter Michael Goetz and Helen Carey in the roles of James and Mary Tyrone. James is an aging actor and Mary is his rambling, morphine-addicted wife-both struggle to helm a dysfunctional family racked by addiction, despair and festering guilt.
Orpheum Theatre Presents CATCH ME IF YOU CAN, Now thru 12/16
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2012
The Orpheum Theater is set to bring CATCH ME IF YOU CAN to Minneapolis audiences from tonight, December 11 through the 16th.
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2012
The Orpheum Theater is set to bring CATCH ME IF YOU CAN to Minneapolis audiences from tonight, December 11 through the 16th.
Kevin Kling Returns to Guthrie in TALES FROM THE CHARRED UNDERBELLY OF THE YULE LOG Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2012
The Guthrie will again host nationally acclaimed humorist, actor and playwright Kevin Kling and his celebrated one-man show Tales from the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log tonight, December 10 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2012
The Guthrie will again host nationally acclaimed humorist, actor and playwright Kevin Kling and his celebrated one-man show Tales from the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log tonight, December 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Katie McMahon's CELTIC CHRISTMAS Comes to The O'Shaughnessy, 12/22
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2012
A holiday tradition for the past 10 years, The O'Shaughnessy proudly presents Katie McMahon's Celtic Christmas performing Saturday, December 22nd, at 7:30pm at The O'Shaughnessy Auditorium, 2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2012
A holiday tradition for the past 10 years, The O'Shaughnessy proudly presents Katie McMahon's Celtic Christmas performing Saturday, December 22nd, at 7:30pm at The O'Shaughnessy Auditorium, 2004 Randolph Ave, Saint Paul, MN.
Now Playing: ELF—THE MUSICAL Ushers in the Holiday Season at the ORDWAY
by Kristin Frosch - December 08, 2012
With the holiday season right around the corner, its always fun to gather the family and revisit those classically timeless productions. While its not Miracle of 34th Street or A Christmas Carol, ELF certainly provides families with a little bombastic humor to help get through the stress that always seems to accompany the holidays. The latest production to delight St. Paul audiences is ELF, the musical adaptation of the popular Will Ferrell film, which opened last night, Dec. 7 at The ORDWAY CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS.
by Kristin Frosch - December 08, 2012
With the holiday season right around the corner, its always fun to gather the family and revisit those classically timeless productions. While its not Miracle of 34th Street or A Christmas Carol, ELF certainly provides families with a little bombastic humor to help get through the stress that always seems to accompany the holidays. The latest production to delight St. Paul audiences is ELF, the musical adaptation of the popular Will Ferrell film, which opened last night, Dec. 7 at The ORDWAY CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS.
CTC Production of Dr. Seuss' THE CAT IN THE HAT Continues at Manitoba Theatre for Young People, Now thru 12/21
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2012
Continuing in the tradition of creating original work by Dr. Seuss, CTC presented the U.S. premiere of The National Theatre of Great Britain's adaptation of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat in what the Star Tribune in Minneapolis called a "festive feeding of children's imaginations." CTC has accepted an invitation to bring their acclaimed production of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat to the Manitoba Theatre for Young People in Winnipeg (Canada) tonight, December 7-21, 2012 immediately following its run here in the Twin Cities.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2012
Continuing in the tradition of creating original work by Dr. Seuss, CTC presented the U.S. premiere of The National Theatre of Great Britain's adaptation of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat in what the Star Tribune in Minneapolis called a "festive feeding of children's imaginations." CTC has accepted an invitation to bring their acclaimed production of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat to the Manitoba Theatre for Young People in Winnipeg (Canada) tonight, December 7-21, 2012 immediately following its run here in the Twin Cities.
Dr. Seuss' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Sells Out at CTC; Only Access Tickets Available
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2012
The Children's Theatre Production of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas is sold out. Only Access tickets are still available. The run continues now through December 30 at Children's Theatre Company, 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2012
The Children's Theatre Production of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas is sold out. Only Access tickets are still available. The run continues now through December 30 at Children's Theatre Company, 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis.
2 PIANOS 4 HANDS Plays Park Square Theatre, Now thru 12/30
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2012
A sell-out in 2010, Park Square Theatre brings 2 Pianos 4 Hands, the delightful play about two piano whiz kids with stars in their eyes, back to the stage for the holidays tonight, December 5-30, 2012. A side-splitting celebration of dreaming of greatness, 2 Pianos 4 Hands is a perfect show for the entire family, children ages 11 and older.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2012
A sell-out in 2010, Park Square Theatre brings 2 Pianos 4 Hands, the delightful play about two piano whiz kids with stars in their eyes, back to the stage for the holidays tonight, December 5-30, 2012. A side-splitting celebration of dreaming of greatness, 2 Pianos 4 Hands is a perfect show for the entire family, children ages 11 and older.
CTC Production of Dr. Seuss' THE CAT IN THE HAT Continues at Manitoba Theatre for Young People, 12/7-21
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2012
Continuing in the tradition of creating original work by Dr. Seuss, CTC presented the U.S. premiere of the National Theatre of Great Britain's adaptation of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat in what the Star Tribune in Minneapolis called a "festive feeding of children's imaginations." CTC has accepted an invitation to bring their acclaimed production of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat to the Manitoba Theatre for Young People in Winnipeg (Canada) December 7-21, 2012 immediately following its run here in the Twin Cities.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2012
Continuing in the tradition of creating original work by Dr. Seuss, CTC presented the U.S. premiere of the National Theatre of Great Britain's adaptation of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat in what the Star Tribune in Minneapolis called a "festive feeding of children's imaginations." CTC has accepted an invitation to bring their acclaimed production of Dr. Seuss' The Cat in the Hat to the Manitoba Theatre for Young People in Winnipeg (Canada) December 7-21, 2012 immediately following its run here in the Twin Cities.
Videos
|
Freddie: Break Free
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (4/10 - 4/12) | |
|
'Til Death: A Marriage Musical
Art House North (1/30 - 2/14) | |
|
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Orpheum Theatre (4/25 - 5/17) | |
|
The Right Thing To Do: The Joe Mauer Story
Stages Theatre Company (4/10 - 5/10) | |
|
SIX
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (6/17 - 6/28) | |
|
Blithe Spirit
Theatre in the Round (6/19 - 7/12) | |
|
Go, Dog. Go! • Ve Perro ¡Ve!
Children's Theatre Company (1/20 - 2/22) | |
| VIEW SHOWS ADD A SHOW | ||
Get Minneapolis / St. Paul's #1 Theatre Newsletter
All the show news & discounts for Minneapolis / St. Paul & beyond.
