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Minnesota Dance Theatre Presents CARMINA BURANA 11/5-8
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 12, 2009
Minnesota Dance Theatre: Carmina Burana November 5 - 8, 2009 Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 8 PM Sunday - 2 PM
Northrop Dance Presents Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Co 10/11
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2009
Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota presents the Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company on October 11 at 4 pm, rounding out the U of M Homecoming week.
Northrop Dance Presents Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Co 10/11
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2009
Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota presents the Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company on October 11 at 4 pm, rounding out the U of M Homecoming week.
RENT Rocks The Pollard Theatre 10/9-31; Tickets On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2009
The critically acclaimed rock musical, Rent, rocks the Pollard Theatre stage in October! Loosely based on Giacomo Puccini's opera, La Bohème, Rent is a fantastic journey through love, art and life. You'll be transported to New York City's Lower East Side in the days of the thriving Bohemian East Village. Struggling to survive and create, we find a group of poor young artists living in the shadow of AIDS. Rent gained critical acclaim on Broadway and won a Tony Award for Best Musical. A worthy story told many times, Rent will rock its way into hearts and minds.
Mayhem Poets Play Children's Theatre Company, 10/13 - 11/7
by Jessica Lewis - October 08, 2009
Mayhem Poets runs at Children's Theatre Company from Oct. 13 through Nov. 7, 2009. The Mayhem Poets opening night and pre-show party will take place on Friday, October 16 at 7:30pm at the Children's Theatre Company, Cargill Stage.
American Public Media To Broadcast Conductor Gustavo Dudamel’s Inaugural Concert 10/8
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2009
American Public Media will broadcast the performance being hailed as the 'Classical Event of the Season' as conductor Gustavo Dudamel takes the stage to lead the Los Angeles Philharmonic for the first time as its music director.
Northrop Music and The Whole Music Club Present Larry Ochs Sax & Drumming Core 10/8
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2009
Northrop Music at the University of Minnesota announces the first performance of the 09-10 Music Season, copresented with The Whole Music Club, with a night full of the all-out freewheeling jazz of Larry Ochs Sax & Drumming Core.
The Guthrie Presents TALES FROM THE BOOK OF LONGING, Runs 10/8-10/18 At Dowling Studio
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2009
The Guthrie will present Tales from the Book of Longing conceived, directed and choreographed by Stuart Pimsler with Suzanne Costello, founders and artistic co-directors of the nationally-acclaimed Stuart Pimsler Dance & Theater (SPDT).
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Premieres MOONLIGHT AND MAGNOLIAS, 10/24
by Jessica Lewis - October 07, 2009
Moonlight and Magnolias, the new comedy hit that tells the behind-the-scenes story of the making of one of the most celebrated movies of all time, will open Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company's 15th anniversary season on the 70th anniversary of the American movie classic Gone with the Wind. The area premiere of Moonlight and Magnolias by Ron Hutchinson opens October 24, 2009.
Marianne Combs Moderates Minneapolis Arts Commission Panel on Public Art, 10/13
by Jessica Lewis - October 07, 2009
The Minneapolis Arts Commission will host a panel discussion and dialogue on public art in Minneapolis, moderated by Minnesota Public Radio's Marianne Combs and exploring such questions as: What criteria does the city look at in selecting public art? What opportunities are out there for artists? How can communities and neighborhood associations get involved? What roles do the Park Board and Public Works play in various projects?
Tony Sandler's HOLIDAY GREETINGS Plays the Pantages Theatre, 11/2
by Alexandra Johnson - October 07, 2009
Tony Sandler's Holiday Greetings, a variety show showcasing the dulcet voice of platinum-selling artist Tony Sandler with the 30-member, critically acclaimed Land of Lakes Choirboys of St. Francis, MN, and a seven member musical ensemble, plays Hennepin Theatre Trust's Pantages Theatre at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009.
LuBute, Butterwoth and More Featured in Walking Shadow Theatre's 2009-2010 Season
by Jeff Dennhardt - October 07, 2009
Walking Shadows Theatre has announced their 2009-2010 season. The season will feature three Minnesota premieres with plays by Neil LaBute, Jez Butterworth, and John Heimbuch as well as a return of The Cody Rivers Show.
LITTLE HOUSE ON THE PRAIRIE Premieres at Ordway, 10/13
by Melissa Beck - October 06, 2009
'Little House on the Prairie,' a new musical based on the beloved Laura Ingalls Wilder series of classic American books, will arrive on October 13, 2009 at Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in Saint Paul, Minn. Melissa Gilbert, who rose to fame as a child playing 'Laura' in the hugely successful NBC television series 'Little House on the Prairie' during the 1970's, now continues her legacy 'on the prairie' by taking on the role of Ma. 'Little House on the Prairie' will also star Steve Blanchard as Pa and Kara Lindsay as Laura. Tickets for the Saint Paul, Minn. engagement of 'Little House on the Prairie' are on sale now.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Sign Purchase Agreement
by Alexandra Johnson - October 06, 2009
An agreement, in principle, has been reached for local businessman Greg Frankenfield to take the reigns at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres. Subject to various contingencies, Frankenfield could purchase the theatres from current owner and producer Thomas K. Scallen by early next year.
Northrop Dance Presents MOULIN ROUGE- The Ballet 10/17
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 06, 2009
Northrop Dance at the University of Minnesota unveils the World Premiere of Moulin Rouge - The Ballet, based on the story of the most celebrated cabaret in history.
The Southern Theater presents Osso & Sufjan Stevens' The BQE
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2009
String quartet with a modernist pulse, members of the New York- and Berlin-based Osso have built dramatic arrangements in collaboration with an array of artists and genres, including Jay-Z, Alice and Ravi Coltrane, The New Pornographers, Antony and the Johnsons, The Polyphonic Spree, The National, Devotchka and Kanye West. Their interpretation of Sufjan Stevens' eccentric electronica album Enjoy Your Rabbit -each song named for a year of the Chinese zodiac-recomposes computer keystrokes into rhythmic classical arrangements, bridging the drama of indie rock and the nuance of chamber harmonies. The result is Run Rabbit Run-arranged by Stevens expressly for Osso-to be released on Asthmatic Kitty Records October 6.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Produce ALWAYS PATSY CLINE, Opens 4/3
by Gabrielle Sierra - October 05, 2009
For the first time, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will produce the hugely popular musical play about the legendary country singer, Miss Patsy Cline. ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE opens Friday, April 3 on the Fireside stage with official opening festivities on Friday, April 17th.
David Cross Comes To Hennepin Theatre Trust 10/5
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2009
Since its earliest days, comedian David Cross' career was defined by two things: adoration by critics and disinterest by mainstream audiences. His stature in the alternative comedy world made him one of the subgenre's brightest stars, seemingly ripe for breakout success for literally decades. Highly intelligent, brutally honest, and often confrontational, Cross never seemed to care too much about conventional success.
David Cross Comes To Hennepin Theatre Trust 10/5
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2009
Since its earliest days, comedian David Cross' career was defined by two things: adoration by critics and disinterest by mainstream audiences. His stature in the alternative comedy world made him one of the subgenre's brightest stars, seemingly ripe for breakout success for literally decades. Highly intelligent, brutally honest, and often confrontational, Cross never seemed to care too much about conventional success.
David Cross Comes To Hennepin Theatre Trust 10/5
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2009
Since its earliest days, comedian David Cross' career was defined by two things: adoration by critics and disinterest by mainstream audiences. His stature in the alternative comedy world made him one of the subgenre's brightest stars, seemingly ripe for breakout success for literally decades. Highly intelligent, brutally honest, and often confrontational, Cross never seemed to care too much about conventional success.
BECKY'S NEW CAR Opens 9/11 At Saint Paul's Historic Hamm Building
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2009
Playful, wacky and wistful, BECKY'S NEW CAR maps out a road trip that lets the audience ride shotgun in a way most plays don't dare. In this life-affirming play about the road not taken, Becky - without really planning to - takes the chance to test drive another life.
The Guthrie Presents SUPER MONKEY 9/17-10/4 In The Dowling Studio
by BWW News Desk - October 04, 2009
The Guthrie will present the world premiere production of Super Monkey by award-winning theater-maker Jon Ferguson, September 17 - October 4 in the Dowling Studio. Single tickets are priced from $18 to $30, with a limited number of premium tickets available for opening night.
Theatre Pro Rata Presents MARISOL 10/3-18
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2009
Theatre Pro Rata, the company known for its cult hits like Killer Joe and Slag Heap, presents another dark and chaotic story: Marisol, by José Rivera. Marisol will perform at The Gremlin Theater in St. Paul. Pro Rata creates quality, text-based, actor-centered theater.
BUDDY-The Buddy Holly Story Comes To The History Theatre, Opens 10/3
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2009
History Theatre partners with McNally Smith College of Music to produce Buddy - The Buddy Holly Story a show that is part biography, part rock 'n' roll concert which follows the bespectacled musician on this meteoric rise from a rebellious country singer to a rock 'n' roll icon and pioneer in the 1950s, ending with the unforgettable concert with Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper in Clear Lake, Iowa - the day the music died.
BPAC Announces Half Price Ticket Offer For Chameleon Theatre Circle's Production Of PAPER DOLLS
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2009
BPAC announces a special offer for BPAC newsletter subscribers: Half price tickets ($8) are now available for Chameleon Theatre Circle's production of 'Paper Dolls' at the Burnsville Performing Arts Center's Black Box Theater. Follow the 'find tickets' link below.

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