TRICK BOXING to Play Guthrie Theater in August
by Nicole Rosky - June 26, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced the presentation of Trick Boxing by Sossy Mechanics, a fast-paced physical comedy full of rapid-fire dialogue, "Fred-and-Ginger style dancing" and puppetry that The New York Times called "the best show I have seen" when it played at the New York International Fringe Festival in 2010. Trick Boxing premiered to great success at the 2002 Minnesota Fringe Festival, has since played to audiences around the U.S., Canada and the U.K., and will appear in the Guthrie's Dowling Studio from August 17-September 2, 2012.
by Nicole Rosky - June 26, 2012
The Guthrie Theater today announced the presentation of Trick Boxing by Sossy Mechanics, a fast-paced physical comedy full of rapid-fire dialogue, "Fred-and-Ginger style dancing" and puppetry that The New York Times called "the best show I have seen" when it played at the New York International Fringe Festival in 2010. Trick Boxing premiered to great success at the 2002 Minnesota Fringe Festival, has since played to audiences around the U.S., Canada and the U.K., and will appear in the Guthrie's Dowling Studio from August 17-September 2, 2012.
Mixed Blood Theatre to Present NEXT TO NORMAL, IN THE TIME OF BUTTERFLIES and More in Upcoming Season
by Kelsey Denette - June 26, 2012
Mixed Blood Theatre announced today that its 2012-13 season will open October 5 with the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL, which will also be part of the second Center of the Margins festival. The triple-feature mini-fest will be followed in February 2013 with the culture clash comedy-of-bad-manners ELEMENO PEA and a bilingual world premiere based on Julia Alvarez' bestselling novel IN THE TIME OF THE BUTTERFLIES to be staged in April 2013.
by Kelsey Denette - June 26, 2012
Mixed Blood Theatre announced today that its 2012-13 season will open October 5 with the Pulitzer Prize-winning musical NEXT TO NORMAL, which will also be part of the second Center of the Margins festival. The triple-feature mini-fest will be followed in February 2013 with the culture clash comedy-of-bad-manners ELEMENO PEA and a bilingual world premiere based on Julia Alvarez' bestselling novel IN THE TIME OF THE BUTTERFLIES to be staged in April 2013.
The Guthrie Theater and Gustavus Adolphus College Host 'Theater Audition Boot Camp', Now thru 6/30
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2012
The Guthrie Theater and Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter previously announced their partnership in offering a summer Theater Audition Boot Camp for young performers taking place today, June 24 through June 30, 2012.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2012
The Guthrie Theater and Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter previously announced their partnership in offering a summer Theater Audition Boot Camp for young performers taking place today, June 24 through June 30, 2012.
Stages Theatre Company Opens SEUSSICAL, 6/29
by Kelsey Denette - June 22, 2012
Stages Theatre Company (STC) brings Dr. Seuss to life in Seussical-Theatre for Young Audiences Version (TYA) opening June 29 at the Hopkins Center for the Arts. This musical extravaganza is 75 minutes in length, and includes everyone's favorite characters: the Cat in the Hat, Horton, Mayzie La Bird, the Whos and Gertrude McFuzz who will teach an unforgettable lesson about loyalty and the power of community.
by Kelsey Denette - June 22, 2012
Stages Theatre Company (STC) brings Dr. Seuss to life in Seussical-Theatre for Young Audiences Version (TYA) opening June 29 at the Hopkins Center for the Arts. This musical extravaganza is 75 minutes in length, and includes everyone's favorite characters: the Cat in the Hat, Horton, Mayzie La Bird, the Whos and Gertrude McFuzz who will teach an unforgettable lesson about loyalty and the power of community.
The Ordway’s 2012-2013 Season Single Tickets Go On Sale 6/24
by Kelsey Denette - June 21, 2012
Single tickets for all Ordway Center for the Performing Arts events go on sale to the general public Sunday, June 24. Tickets can be purchased online at ordway.org starting at 12:01 a.m. CT and the Ordway ticket office will be open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. CT for purchases in person or by phone at 651.224.4222.
by Kelsey Denette - June 21, 2012
Single tickets for all Ordway Center for the Performing Arts events go on sale to the general public Sunday, June 24. Tickets can be purchased online at ordway.org starting at 12:01 a.m. CT and the Ordway ticket office will be open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. CT for purchases in person or by phone at 651.224.4222.
Theater Latté Da Presents Free Concerts, 6/27 & 30
by Kelsey Denette - June 21, 2012
Theater Latté Da is celebrating its 15th anniversary outdoors with two free cabarets featuring some of the Twin Cities' finest talent.
by Kelsey Denette - June 21, 2012
Theater Latté Da is celebrating its 15th anniversary outdoors with two free cabarets featuring some of the Twin Cities' finest talent.
Four Humors' BOMBUS AND BERYLLINE Comes to Gremlin Theater, Now thru 7/7
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2012
Following an award winning run at the Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Four Humors returns to the Twin Cities for a three week engagement at the Gremlin Theater with the original work Bombus and Berylline or the Bumblebee and the Hummingbird, tonight, June 21 through July 7. The show is based on character concepts by company members Rachel Petrie and Ryan Lear, paintings from local visual artist Amy Crickenberger Oeth, and stories from children of all ages.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2012
Following an award winning run at the Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Four Humors returns to the Twin Cities for a three week engagement at the Gremlin Theater with the original work Bombus and Berylline or the Bumblebee and the Hummingbird, tonight, June 21 through July 7. The show is based on character concepts by company members Rachel Petrie and Ryan Lear, paintings from local visual artist Amy Crickenberger Oeth, and stories from children of all ages.
Woodbury Community Theatre Hosts MUNCHKIN MIXER, 6/20
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2012
Meet Dorothy, the Tinman & many of the Munchkins from Emerald City at Woodbury Community Theatre and Kinderberry Hill's 'Munchkin Mixer.' The free event celebrates the summer production of 'The Wizard of Oz' and is set for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 20 at 6:30 pm at Kinderberry Hill, located at 1205 Woodbury Drive
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2012
Meet Dorothy, the Tinman & many of the Munchkins from Emerald City at Woodbury Community Theatre and Kinderberry Hill's 'Munchkin Mixer.' The free event celebrates the summer production of 'The Wizard of Oz' and is set for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 20 at 6:30 pm at Kinderberry Hill, located at 1205 Woodbury Drive
Mixed Blood Theatre Announces Administrative Changes
by Kelsey Denette - June 19, 2012
The Mixed Blood Theatre Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda White Thietje as Managing Director to launch the company's 37th season. She steps into the position following the retirement of Pj Doyle, Managing Director since 2009. Concurrently, long-time Mixed Blood Director of Touring Charlie Moore will assume the newly-created position of General Manager.
by Kelsey Denette - June 19, 2012
The Mixed Blood Theatre Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Amanda White Thietje as Managing Director to launch the company's 37th season. She steps into the position following the retirement of Pj Doyle, Managing Director since 2009. Concurrently, long-time Mixed Blood Director of Touring Charlie Moore will assume the newly-created position of General Manager.
BWW Reviews: THE GUTHRIE Romances Audiences with ROMAN HOLIDAY
by Elaina Lenertz - June 19, 2012
On June 9th The Guthrie Theater premiered ROMAN HOLIDAY, a musical rendition of the classic Audrey Hepburn film. The plot features a frustrated and bored Princess Anne escaping her regimented advisors for some fun on the town during an international diplomatic tour. The princess meets a dashing silver fox of a newspaperman who takes her out in the city of love. However, the kindly Joe Bradley is also covertly planning to print a newspaper exclusive on their shenanigans. Of course, dastardly conflict arises the two realize that they've actually taken a liking to one another. If only real love were so dependable.
by Elaina Lenertz - June 19, 2012
On June 9th The Guthrie Theater premiered ROMAN HOLIDAY, a musical rendition of the classic Audrey Hepburn film. The plot features a frustrated and bored Princess Anne escaping her regimented advisors for some fun on the town during an international diplomatic tour. The princess meets a dashing silver fox of a newspaperman who takes her out in the city of love. However, the kindly Joe Bradley is also covertly planning to print a newspaper exclusive on their shenanigans. Of course, dastardly conflict arises the two realize that they've actually taken a liking to one another. If only real love were so dependable.
BWW Reviews: BLUE MAN GROUP Brings It: Still Big, Still Bad, Still Blue
by Elaina Lenertz - June 18, 2012
Well known for its physical comedy and colorful music, Blue Man Group has been garnering good reviews since its inception in 1991. It's no surprise that the audience is cheering before the boys in blue even set foot on the stage. With a strong emphasis on audience participation, Blue Man Group has audience members standing, sitting, yelling, dancing, and helping out with a few acts that you'll have to see for yourself.
by Elaina Lenertz - June 18, 2012
Well known for its physical comedy and colorful music, Blue Man Group has been garnering good reviews since its inception in 1991. It's no surprise that the audience is cheering before the boys in blue even set foot on the stage. With a strong emphasis on audience participation, Blue Man Group has audience members standing, sitting, yelling, dancing, and helping out with a few acts that you'll have to see for yourself.
Star Players Musical Theatre Camps Run Now thru July 2012, Woodbury
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2012
Back for their 9th year, StarPlayers present their Musical Theatre Camps for Summer 2012 at Guardian Angels Church, 8260 Hudson Blvd., Oakdale, MN. There are four identical weeklong sessions: June 18-22, June 25-29, July 9-13 and July 16-20.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2012
Back for their 9th year, StarPlayers present their Musical Theatre Camps for Summer 2012 at Guardian Angels Church, 8260 Hudson Blvd., Oakdale, MN. There are four identical weeklong sessions: June 18-22, June 25-29, July 9-13 and July 16-20.
Kristin Chenoweth Cancels Minneapolis Concert Due to Illness, 6/17
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2012
According to the Twin Cities' Pioneer Press, Kristin Chenoweth has canceled her Minneapolis show at the Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre tonight, June 17.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2012
According to the Twin Cities' Pioneer Press, Kristin Chenoweth has canceled her Minneapolis show at the Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre tonight, June 17.
Kristin Chenoweth Comes to Minneapolis Tonight, 6/17
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2012
Kristin Chenoweth visits Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8:00 p.m. tonight, June 17, 2012. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2012
Kristin Chenoweth visits Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 8:00 p.m. tonight, June 17, 2012. To purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
Minnetonka Theatre Celebrates 10th Anniversary Gala Tonight, 6/16
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2012
Minnetonka Theatre will welcome back alumni cast members from past shows to celebrate the theatre's 10 Year anniversary of producing shows under artistic director R. Kent Knutson. The Gala Concert, Raise the Curtain, will reunite some of the theatre's greatest casts from shows including Les Miserables, Phantom, Legally Blonde, Hello, Dolly, Annie Get Your Gun, and many more. The best and the brightest stars of past productions will sing to celebrate 10 years of great theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2012
Minnetonka Theatre will welcome back alumni cast members from past shows to celebrate the theatre's 10 Year anniversary of producing shows under artistic director R. Kent Knutson. The Gala Concert, Raise the Curtain, will reunite some of the theatre's greatest casts from shows including Les Miserables, Phantom, Legally Blonde, Hello, Dolly, Annie Get Your Gun, and many more. The best and the brightest stars of past productions will sing to celebrate 10 years of great theatre.
Penumbra Presents Word(s)PLAY! 2012, 6/16 & 7/28
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2012
Penumbra Theatre Company, Minnesota's only African American theatre, proudly announced today the fourth annual Word(s)PLAY!, a forum designed to develop new plays by African American playwrights. Word(s)PLAY! will introduce two plays to the Twin Cities tonight, June 16 & July 28, 2012 at 7:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - June 16, 2012
Penumbra Theatre Company, Minnesota's only African American theatre, proudly announced today the fourth annual Word(s)PLAY!, a forum designed to develop new plays by African American playwrights. Word(s)PLAY! will introduce two plays to the Twin Cities tonight, June 16 & July 28, 2012 at 7:30 PM.
TV: Chenoweth Preps for Minneapolis; Sends Best Wishes to Fans!
by Jessica Lewis - June 14, 2012
On Sunday, June 17, Chenoweth will make her way to the State Theatre in Minneapolis, where no doubt all of her GCB fans will gather to worship at the altar of the Broadway star who is now looking for a new job on television. To all the BroadwayWorld-ers in Minneapolis - get yourself to Kristin's concerts pronto!
by Jessica Lewis - June 14, 2012
On Sunday, June 17, Chenoweth will make her way to the State Theatre in Minneapolis, where no doubt all of her GCB fans will gather to worship at the altar of the Broadway star who is now looking for a new job on television. To all the BroadwayWorld-ers in Minneapolis - get yourself to Kristin's concerts pronto!
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Guthrie's ROMAN HOLIDAY
by Nicole Rosky - June 14, 2012
Stephanie Rothenberg leads the cast of Roman Holiday as Princess Anne-a radiant young woman in Rome on a widely publicized European tour who sneaks away from her royal duties to explore the city. Rothenberg recently made her Broadway debut stepping into the role of Rosemary in the Tony-nominated revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Edward Watts plays Joe Bradley-a handsome, crafty American newspaper reporter who charms the princess. Watts most recently appeared in the long-running production of The Fantasticks in New York City. Check out photos of the cast in action below!
by Nicole Rosky - June 14, 2012
Stephanie Rothenberg leads the cast of Roman Holiday as Princess Anne-a radiant young woman in Rome on a widely publicized European tour who sneaks away from her royal duties to explore the city. Rothenberg recently made her Broadway debut stepping into the role of Rosemary in the Tony-nominated revival of How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Edward Watts plays Joe Bradley-a handsome, crafty American newspaper reporter who charms the princess. Watts most recently appeared in the long-running production of The Fantasticks in New York City. Check out photos of the cast in action below!
Munchkin Mixer Party for THE WIZARD OF OZ Set by Woodbury Community Theater & Kinderberry Hill for 6/20
by James T Harding - June 14, 2012
Woodbury Community Theater & Kinderberry Hill have announced a 'Munchkin Mixer' party to celebrate their summer production of ' The Wizard of Oz'. The party is free on Wednesday, June 20, 6:30 pm at Kinderberry Hill, 1205 Woodbury Drive.
by James T Harding - June 14, 2012
Woodbury Community Theater & Kinderberry Hill have announced a 'Munchkin Mixer' party to celebrate their summer production of ' The Wizard of Oz'. The party is free on Wednesday, June 20, 6:30 pm at Kinderberry Hill, 1205 Woodbury Drive.
PINOCCHIO Makes World Premiere at SteppingStone Theatre, 6/30-7/29
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2012
Pinocchio, by Josette Antomarchi and Marc Kotz, Music by Gary Rue, makes its World Premiere debut, June 30-July 29, 2012 at SteppingStone Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2012
Pinocchio, by Josette Antomarchi and Marc Kotz, Music by Gary Rue, makes its World Premiere debut, June 30-July 29, 2012 at SteppingStone Theatre.
Two SpotLight Student Winners Selected to Represent Minnesota at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards
by Kelsey Denette - June 13, 2012
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that two students in the SpotLight Musical Theatre Program, Emily Nies from White Bear Lake High School and Daniel Piering from Wayzata High School, were selected to represent Minnesota at the National High School Musical Theatre "Jimmy" Awards to be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, June 25, 2012 at the Minskoff Theatre in New York City.
by Kelsey Denette - June 13, 2012
Hennepin Theatre Trust announced today that two students in the SpotLight Musical Theatre Program, Emily Nies from White Bear Lake High School and Daniel Piering from Wayzata High School, were selected to represent Minnesota at the National High School Musical Theatre "Jimmy" Awards to be held at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, June 25, 2012 at the Minskoff Theatre in New York City.
Four Humors' BOMBUS AND BERYLLINE Comes to Gremlin Theater, 6/21-7/7
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2012
Following an award winning run at the Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Four Humors returns to the Twin Cities for a three week engagement at the Gremlin Theater with the original work Bombus and Berylline or the Bumblebee and the Hummingbird, June 21 through July 7. The show is based on character concepts by company members Rachel Petrie and Ryan Lear, paintings from local visual artist Amy Crickenberger Oeth, and stories from children of all ages.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2012
Following an award winning run at the Cincinnati Fringe Festival, Four Humors returns to the Twin Cities for a three week engagement at the Gremlin Theater with the original work Bombus and Berylline or the Bumblebee and the Hummingbird, June 21 through July 7. The show is based on character concepts by company members Rachel Petrie and Ryan Lear, paintings from local visual artist Amy Crickenberger Oeth, and stories from children of all ages.
Tickets Go on Sale for Woodbury Community Theatre's WIZARD OF OZ
by James T Harding - June 11, 2012
Tickets are now on sale for the Woodbury Community Theatre's THE WIZARD OF OZ, which is set for the Loft Stage at East Ridge High School in Woodbury for July 13-21.
by James T Harding - June 11, 2012
Tickets are now on sale for the Woodbury Community Theatre's THE WIZARD OF OZ, which is set for the Loft Stage at East Ridge High School in Woodbury for July 13-21.
SpotLight Showcase Set for Tonight, 6/11, at the Orpheum
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2012
The SpotLight Showcase, the seventh annual event celebrating high school student participants in Hennepin Theatre Trust's SpotLight Musical Theatre Program, will be held at the Orpheum Theatre at 7 p.m. tonight, Monday, June 11, 2012. Tickets, available for only $15, go on sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2012. This professionally produced gala evening honors Minnesota's best young musical theatre talent by featuring dynamic student performances mixed with award presentations from among 56 participating schools statewide. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2012
The SpotLight Showcase, the seventh annual event celebrating high school student participants in Hennepin Theatre Trust's SpotLight Musical Theatre Program, will be held at the Orpheum Theatre at 7 p.m. tonight, Monday, June 11, 2012. Tickets, available for only $15, go on sale at 10 a.m. on Thursday, March 1, 2012. This professionally produced gala evening honors Minnesota's best young musical theatre talent by featuring dynamic student performances mixed with award presentations from among 56 participating schools statewide. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit HennepinTheatreTrust.org or call 1.800.982.2787.
Minneapolis Musical Theatre Presents GILLIGAN'S ISLAND: THE MUSICAL, Now thru 6/24
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2012
MMT's area premiere of GILLIGAN'S ISLAND: THE MUSICAL opens tonight, June 8 and runs through June 24 at Illusion Theater, with music and lyrics by Hope and Laurence Juber and book by Sherwood Schwartz and Lloyd Schwartz.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2012
MMT's area premiere of GILLIGAN'S ISLAND: THE MUSICAL opens tonight, June 8 and runs through June 24 at Illusion Theater, with music and lyrics by Hope and Laurence Juber and book by Sherwood Schwartz and Lloyd Schwartz.
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