The Guthrie to Screen THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL, 12/15
by Kelsey Denette - December 04, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced a one-night screening of the 1992 family favorite film The Muppet Christmas Carol in the Dowling Studio at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 15. Seating will be general admission, and the film is recommended for ages 4 and up. Tickets for this special holiday treat are $5 and are on sale through the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE and online at www.guthrietheater.org.
by Kelsey Denette - December 04, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced a one-night screening of the 1992 family favorite film The Muppet Christmas Carol in the Dowling Studio at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, December 15. Seating will be general admission, and the film is recommended for ages 4 and up. Tickets for this special holiday treat are $5 and are on sale through the Guthrie Box Office at 612.377.2224, toll-free 877.44.STAGE and online at www.guthrietheater.org.
Single Tickets for FLASHDANCE and MARY POPPINS Go On Sale 12/7 in Minneapolis
by Kelsey Denette - December 04, 2012
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that individual tickets for Flashdance-The Musical and Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, both running in Minneapolis in April, will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 7, 2012. At that time, tickets will be sold online through HennepinTheatreTrust.org, in person at the State Theatre Box Office or by calling 1.800.982.2787 or visiting a Ticketmaster Ticket Center. Flashdance-The Musical, the stage adaptation of the 1983 hit film that defined a generation, will debut in Minnesota April 2-7, 2013. Mary Poppins, combining the original stories of P.L. Travers with beloved songs from the 1964 Walt Disney film, returns as a special addition to the season April 23-28, 2013. Both shows will play the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis and are presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust as part of their 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis Season.
by Kelsey Denette - December 04, 2012
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that individual tickets for Flashdance-The Musical and Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins, both running in Minneapolis in April, will go on sale at 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 7, 2012. At that time, tickets will be sold online through HennepinTheatreTrust.org, in person at the State Theatre Box Office or by calling 1.800.982.2787 or visiting a Ticketmaster Ticket Center. Flashdance-The Musical, the stage adaptation of the 1983 hit film that defined a generation, will debut in Minnesota April 2-7, 2013. Mary Poppins, combining the original stories of P.L. Travers with beloved songs from the 1964 Walt Disney film, returns as a special addition to the season April 23-28, 2013. Both shows will play the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis and are presented by Hennepin Theatre Trust as part of their 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis Season.
New Century Theatre Extends A DON'T HUG ME CHRISTMAS CAROL Through Jan 6
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2012
After selling out every show the last 5 Decembers, the award-winning musical comedy, A DON'T HUG ME CHRISTMAS CAROL, is once again selling out and has been extended through January 6th.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2012
After selling out every show the last 5 Decembers, the award-winning musical comedy, A DON'T HUG ME CHRISTMAS CAROL, is once again selling out and has been extended through January 6th.
Director Peter Flynn to Helm Guthrie's 50th Season Gala Performance BEHOLD, 6/22
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2012
The Guthrie today announced that BEHOLD, its 50th-anniversary one-time gala performance, will be directed by New York-based Peter Flynn, whose extensive credits include directorial work on Broadway, Off-Broadway and in regional theaters. BEHOLD, part of the Guthrie's anniversary weekend celebration, will combine classical text, music, original work, video and dance performed by artists to be announced in the months to come. The event will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2013.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2012
The Guthrie today announced that BEHOLD, its 50th-anniversary one-time gala performance, will be directed by New York-based Peter Flynn, whose extensive credits include directorial work on Broadway, Off-Broadway and in regional theaters. BEHOLD, part of the Guthrie's anniversary weekend celebration, will combine classical text, music, original work, video and dance performed by artists to be announced in the months to come. The event will take place on Saturday, June 22, 2013.
Steven Epp, Sarah Agnew and More Star in Guthrie's THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS, Now thru 1/20
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2012
The Guthrie Theater presents Yale Repertory Theatre's production of The Servant of Two Masters. Adapted by Constance Congdon from a translation of Carlo Goldoni by Christina Sibul, this comedy features Steven Epp (Guthrie: A Christmas Carol, The Caretaker; Theatre de la Jeune Lune: actor, writer, director, co-artistic director 1983-2008) as the wily servant Truffaldino and Guthrie favorite Sarah Agnew (Guthrie: Time Stands Still, The 39 Steps; Theatre de la Jeune Lune company member 1995-2001) as the strong-willed Beatrice in the story of a servant scheming to fill his pockets and his stomach by serving two masters at once.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2012
The Guthrie Theater presents Yale Repertory Theatre's production of The Servant of Two Masters. Adapted by Constance Congdon from a translation of Carlo Goldoni by Christina Sibul, this comedy features Steven Epp (Guthrie: A Christmas Carol, The Caretaker; Theatre de la Jeune Lune: actor, writer, director, co-artistic director 1983-2008) as the wily servant Truffaldino and Guthrie favorite Sarah Agnew (Guthrie: Time Stands Still, The 39 Steps; Theatre de la Jeune Lune company member 1995-2001) as the strong-willed Beatrice in the story of a servant scheming to fill his pockets and his stomach by serving two masters at once.
STAGE TUBE: CTC's 'Grinch' Visits Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak
by Stage Tube - November 30, 2012
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is bringing back the holiday classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Watch the Grinch's visit to Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak in the video below!
by Stage Tube - November 30, 2012
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is bringing back the holiday classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Watch the Grinch's visit to Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak in the video below!
Northrop's Ben Johnson Announces Departure for The United States Artists Foundation
by Kelsey Denette - November 30, 2012
Ben Johnson, Director of Northrop Concerts and Lectures at the University of Minnesota, announces his departure effective January 1, 2013 to accept a new position in Los Angeles as the Director of Programs for the United States Artists Foundation. In this position, Johnson will administer the prestigious USA Fellows program, which awards major $50,000 grants annually to 50 artists who work in film, theater, dance, music, design, visual arts, literature, and American craft. He will be directly engaged with USA Projects, which is an online micro-philanthropy platform for artists to raise funds for the creation of new projects.
by Kelsey Denette - November 30, 2012
Ben Johnson, Director of Northrop Concerts and Lectures at the University of Minnesota, announces his departure effective January 1, 2013 to accept a new position in Los Angeles as the Director of Programs for the United States Artists Foundation. In this position, Johnson will administer the prestigious USA Fellows program, which awards major $50,000 grants annually to 50 artists who work in film, theater, dance, music, design, visual arts, literature, and American craft. He will be directly engaged with USA Projects, which is an online micro-philanthropy platform for artists to raise funds for the creation of new projects.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Welcome THE BEATLES – A TRIBUTE CONCERT, 12/31
by Kelsey Denette - November 30, 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 on Monday evening, December 31.
by Kelsey Denette - November 30, 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 on Monday evening, December 31.
Celebrations for Guthrie Theater 50th Anniversary Season Continue
by Kelsey Denette - November 30, 2012
The Guthrie Theater's 50th season was inaugurated with the Christopher Hampton Celebration: a three-play festival occupying each of the Guthrie's stages, as well as a series of talks, events and appearances by Hampton and others that demonstrated the unique opportunities afforded by the Guthrie's Mississippi riverfront facility and the engaged and dynamic Twin Cities community.
by Kelsey Denette - November 30, 2012
The Guthrie Theater's 50th season was inaugurated with the Christopher Hampton Celebration: a three-play festival occupying each of the Guthrie's stages, as well as a series of talks, events and appearances by Hampton and others that demonstrated the unique opportunities afforded by the Guthrie's Mississippi riverfront facility and the engaged and dynamic Twin Cities community.
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Returns to SteppingStone Theatre, Now thru 12/23
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2012
For this 25th Anniversary Season, SteppingStone continues that long history with this re-created production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2012
For this 25th Anniversary Season, SteppingStone continues that long history with this re-created production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!
Bloomington Civic Theatre Presents the Area Premiere of STRIKING 12, Now thru 12/16
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2012
Bloomington Theatre and Art Center has announced Striking 12, a Bloomington Civic Theatre (BCT) production taking place in the Black Box Theater tonight, November 30 through December 16, 2012. Striking 12 is directed by Christine Weber.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2012
Bloomington Theatre and Art Center has announced Striking 12, a Bloomington Civic Theatre (BCT) production taking place in the Black Box Theater tonight, November 30 through December 16, 2012. Striking 12 is directed by Christine Weber.
Rosie Herrera Comes to The O'Shaughnessy at St. Catherine University Tonight
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2012
As part of Women of Substance at St. Catherine University, Rosie Herrera will perform tonight, November 29, 2012 at 7:30 pm. The performance will take place at The O'Shaughnessy at St. Catherine University, and is co-presented with Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2012
As part of Women of Substance at St. Catherine University, Rosie Herrera will perform tonight, November 29, 2012 at 7:30 pm. The performance will take place at The O'Shaughnessy at St. Catherine University, and is co-presented with Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota.
Kevin Kling Returns to Guthrie in TALES FROM THE CHARRED UNDERBELLY OF THE YULE LOG, 12/10
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 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 on Monday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 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 on Monday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m.
STAGE TUBE: Promo - CATCH ME IF YOU CAN Flies Into the Orpheum Theatre
by Stage Tube - November 27, 2012
Based on the hit DreamWorks film and the incredible true story that inspired it, Catch Me If You Can debuts in Minnesota December 11-16, 2012 at Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre. It is part of Hennepin Theatre Trust's 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis Season. Watch a commercial for the show below!
by Stage Tube - November 27, 2012
Based on the hit DreamWorks film and the incredible true story that inspired it, Catch Me If You Can debuts in Minnesota December 11-16, 2012 at Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre. It is part of Hennepin Theatre Trust's 2012/13 Broadway Across America-Minneapolis Season. Watch a commercial for the show below!
Photo Flash: First Look at History Theatre's CHRISTMAS OF SWING
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
History Theatre will celebrate the holiday season with the return of The Andrews Sisters - Patty, Maxene, and LaVerne - in Christmas of Swing, a joyful reimagining of a Christmas Eve USO show for soldiers recovering in a V.A. hospital stateside. Get a first look at the show in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
History Theatre will celebrate the holiday season with the return of The Andrews Sisters - Patty, Maxene, and LaVerne - in Christmas of Swing, a joyful reimagining of a Christmas Eve USO show for soldiers recovering in a V.A. hospital stateside. Get a first look at the show in the photos below!
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Plays Park Square Theatre, 11/23 & 24
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Park Square Theatre presents William Shakespeare's whimsical tale of magic and mistaken identity, A Midsummer Night's Dream, over Thanksgiving weekend. The public has three opportunities to see Midsummer, with performances Today, November 23 at 7:30 p.m., and two shows Saturday, November 24 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Park Square Theatre presents William Shakespeare's whimsical tale of magic and mistaken identity, A Midsummer Night's Dream, over Thanksgiving weekend. The public has three opportunities to see Midsummer, with performances Today, November 23 at 7:30 p.m., and two shows Saturday, November 24 at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
CIRQUE DREAMS WINTER WONDERLAND Returns to Mystic Lake Casino Hotel, Now thru 12/1
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2012
The creator of the Broadway hit Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy re-imagines the holidays in Cirque Dreams Winter Wonderland, a stunning visual and musical holiday extravaganza. With an international cast of aerialists, contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians, Cirque Dreams returns to Mystic Lake this year after last year's popular run of more than a dozen sold-out performances. The mesmerizing performers of Cirque Dreams Winter Wonderland will captivate audiences in the Mystic Showroom from tonight, November 21 through December 1.
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2012
The creator of the Broadway hit Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy re-imagines the holidays in Cirque Dreams Winter Wonderland, a stunning visual and musical holiday extravaganza. With an international cast of aerialists, contortionists, acrobats, jugglers and musicians, Cirque Dreams returns to Mystic Lake this year after last year's popular run of more than a dozen sold-out performances. The mesmerizing performers of Cirque Dreams Winter Wonderland will captivate audiences in the Mystic Showroom from tonight, November 21 through December 1.
Steven Epp, Sarah Agnew and More Star in Guthrie's THE SERVANT OF TWO MASTERS; Full Cast Announced!
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced complete casting for its presentation of Yale Repertory Theatre's production of The Servant of Two Masters. Adapted by Constance Congdon from a translation of Carlo Goldoni by Christina Sibul, this comedy features Steven Epp (Guthrie: A Christmas Carol, The Caretaker; Theatre de la Jeune Lune: actor, writer, director, co-artistic director 1983-2008) as the wily servant Truffaldino and Guthrie favorite Sarah Agnew (Guthrie: Time Stands Still, The 39 Steps; Theatre de la Jeune Lune company member 1995-2001) as the strong-willed Beatrice in the story of a servant scheming to fill his pockets and his stomach by serving two masters at once.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced complete casting for its presentation of Yale Repertory Theatre's production of The Servant of Two Masters. Adapted by Constance Congdon from a translation of Carlo Goldoni by Christina Sibul, this comedy features Steven Epp (Guthrie: A Christmas Carol, The Caretaker; Theatre de la Jeune Lune: actor, writer, director, co-artistic director 1983-2008) as the wily servant Truffaldino and Guthrie favorite Sarah Agnew (Guthrie: Time Stands Still, The 39 Steps; Theatre de la Jeune Lune company member 1995-2001) as the strong-willed Beatrice in the story of a servant scheming to fill his pockets and his stomach by serving two masters at once.
Stages Theatre Company Mounts 24-Foot Eiffel Tower for MADELINE'S CHRISTMAS, Now thru 12/27
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
Hopkins patrons are invited to celebrate Christmas in Paris when twelve little girls in two straight lines when Madeline's Christmas by Ludwig Bemelmans comes to life this holiday season at Stages Theatre Company (STC). Madeline's Christmas opens tonight, November 16 and ends December 27.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
Hopkins patrons are invited to celebrate Christmas in Paris when twelve little girls in two straight lines when Madeline's Christmas by Ludwig Bemelmans comes to life this holiday season at Stages Theatre Company (STC). Madeline's Christmas opens tonight, November 16 and ends December 27.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Presents OUR HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS PAGEANT, Now thru 12/31
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) will present its 27th annual holiday production: OUR HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS PAGEANT in the Fireside Theatre from tonight, November 16 through December 31, 2012.
by BWW News Desk - November 16, 2012
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) will present its 27th annual holiday production: OUR HOMETOWN CHRISTMAS PAGEANT in the Fireside Theatre from tonight, November 16 through December 31, 2012.
The Guthrie Announces 50th Anniversary Events
by Kelsey Denette - November 14, 2012
The Guthrie today announced a slate of events taking place June 22-23, 2013, commemorating the theater's 50th season with options ranging from dinner and dance parties; BEHOLD, an original one-time gala performance; and a Community Celebration Day in which the Guthrie will open its doors for free all-ages activities, classes and behind-the-scenes access to the theater's inner workings. The Guthrie also announced the appointment of Jay Cowles, Margaret Wurtele and Charlie Zelle, the children of founders John Cowles Jr., Philip Von Blon and Louis Zelle as Honorary Chairs of its 50th Anniversary Celebration Committee.
by Kelsey Denette - November 14, 2012
The Guthrie today announced a slate of events taking place June 22-23, 2013, commemorating the theater's 50th season with options ranging from dinner and dance parties; BEHOLD, an original one-time gala performance; and a Community Celebration Day in which the Guthrie will open its doors for free all-ages activities, classes and behind-the-scenes access to the theater's inner workings. The Guthrie also announced the appointment of Jay Cowles, Margaret Wurtele and Charlie Zelle, the children of founders John Cowles Jr., Philip Von Blon and Louis Zelle as Honorary Chairs of its 50th Anniversary Celebration Committee.
Park Square Theatre to Present JOHNNY BASEBALL, 1/18-2/10
by Kelsey Denette - November 13, 2012
Park Square Theatre presents the regional premiere of Johnny Baseball, a touching new musical that deals with baseball, love, and the "Curse of the Bambino"-on stage January 18-February 10, 2013. With a lively score, and a grand finale that features a curse-busting home run, Johnny Baseball delivers a whole lot entertainment.
by Kelsey Denette - November 13, 2012
Park Square Theatre presents the regional premiere of Johnny Baseball, a touching new musical that deals with baseball, love, and the "Curse of the Bambino"-on stage January 18-February 10, 2013. With a lively score, and a grand finale that features a curse-busting home run, Johnny Baseball delivers a whole lot entertainment.
Guthrie Announces 50th Season Weekend Celebration Events, June 22 & 23
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2012
The Guthrie today announced a slate of events taking place June 22-23, 2013, commemorating the theater's 50th season with options ranging from dinner and dance parties; BEHOLD, an original one-time gala performance; and a Community Celebration Day in which the Guthrie will open its doors for free all-ages activities, classes and behind-the-scenes access to the theater's inner workings.
by BWW News Desk - November 13, 2012
The Guthrie today announced a slate of events taking place June 22-23, 2013, commemorating the theater's 50th season with options ranging from dinner and dance parties; BEHOLD, an original one-time gala performance; and a Community Celebration Day in which the Guthrie will open its doors for free all-ages activities, classes and behind-the-scenes access to the theater's inner workings.
TV: First Look at Highlights from CTC's HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS
by BroadwayWorld TV - November 11, 2012
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is bringing back the holiday classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. BroadwayWorld has a first look at highlights from the show below.
by BroadwayWorld TV - November 11, 2012
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is bringing back the holiday classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. BroadwayWorld has a first look at highlights from the show below.
Photo Flash: First Look at Dr. Seuss' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children's Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2012
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is gearing up to make sure that cranky old Grinch doesn't ruin the holiday season. This year CTC is bringing back the holiday classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This is the story about a mischievous and grumpy Grinch who hates Christmas so much that he has decided to steal it from his neighbors, the Christmas-loving Whos down in Whoville. With the help of his faithful dog Max and a reality check from the tiny Cindy-Lou Who, the Grinch comes to realize that you can't steal Christmas because Christmas doesn't come from the store, "maybe Christmas...perhaps...means a little bit more." Get a first look at the production in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2012
Children's Theatre Company (CTC) is gearing up to make sure that cranky old Grinch doesn't ruin the holiday season. This year CTC is bringing back the holiday classic Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. This is the story about a mischievous and grumpy Grinch who hates Christmas so much that he has decided to steal it from his neighbors, the Christmas-loving Whos down in Whoville. With the help of his faithful dog Max and a reality check from the tiny Cindy-Lou Who, the Grinch comes to realize that you can't steal Christmas because Christmas doesn't come from the store, "maybe Christmas...perhaps...means a little bit more." Get a first look at the production in the photos below!
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