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WHEN WE ARE MARRIED Offers A Chance To View Slides Of Show Images, Runs Thru 8/30 At The Guthrie
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 29, 2009
Three generations of Guthrie actors reunite for J.B. Priestley's rollicking comedy When We Are Married. Under the direction of Guthrie associate artistic director John Miller-Stephany (1776, Jane Eyre, The Constant Wife), the show welcomes back many beloved Guthrie company members from the 1960s and 70s, including Barbara Bryne, Helen Carey, Patricia Conolly, Peter Michael Goetz and Linda Kelsey.
Author David Sedaris Set To Appear At Hennepin's State Theatre 10/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 29, 2009
David Sedaris, the New York Times best selling author and National Public Radio humorist, returns to Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, he has become one of America's pre-eminent humor writers and has more than seven million copies of his books in print. Immediately following his talk, he will participate in a book signing.
Fashion And Entertainment Mix For Macy's Glamorama 09 With Ne-Yo, Kristinia DeBarge and More 8/14
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 28, 2009
A fashion and entertainment extravaganza that fuses famed musical headliners with the latest in fashion couture. Style, music and art come together for this unique evening featuring the fusion of colors, patterns, textures, shapes and trends. City sophisticate, punk princess and the classic cowboy harmoniously come together for a stylishly chic scene.
Tori Amos Comes To The State Theater With One Eskimo 8/5
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 28, 2009
Known for her dynamic live performances and ever-changing set lists, Tori is one of the most active touring artists in the world, having played over 1,000 shows since her first world tour over a decade ago.
Todd Rundgren Returns To Minneapolis With 'A Wizard, A True Star' 9/15 At State Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 28, 2009
Rock ?n' roll maverick Todd Rundgren returns to Minneapolis to perform his landmark, experimental 1973 album 'A Wizard, A True Star' live in its entirety, plus many of his greatest hits. The prolific and innovative pop craftsman plays Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2009. He will be joined by Prairie Prince on drums, Rachel Haden, bass, Jesse Gress, guitar, Kasim Sulton on keyboard/guitar and other musicians yet to be confirmed.
MARY'S WEDDING Comes To The Jungle Theater 9/18 Through 10/25
by Ali Leskowitz - July 28, 2009
The Jungle Theater presents MARY'S WEDDING by Stephen Massicotte from September 18 through October 25, Tuesday through Sunday. MARY'S WEDDING is directed and designed by Joel Sass.
New Songwriter Series At The Jungle To Feature Connie Evingson 9/20
by Ali Leskowitz - July 28, 2009
Jazz at The Jungle! 'The Songwriter Series' Part 1 will star Connie Evingson on Saturday, September 20 with two shows. The early show will take place from 4:30-6:30 and the evening show will be held 7:30-9:00. Evingson will be performing songs by Peggy Lee and The Beatles.
THE SYRINGA TREE Reopens 7/31 Through 8/30 At The Jungle Theater
by Ali Leskowitz - July 28, 2009
Pamela Gien's The Syringa Tree reopens this week, back by popular demand for four weeks only. The Syringa Tree, a tale of South Africa, by Pamela Gien runs from July 31 through August 30, Tuesday through Sunday. Directed and designed by Joel Sass, The Syringa Tree stars Sarah Agnew.
Caroline Beach Comes To Minneapolis Through 7/31, Creates A World Premiere With Minnesota Dance Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 28, 2009
Caroline Beach, a NEW YORK CHOREOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE talent, will be in Minneapolis through July 31, 2009 creating a world premiere work in her first commission with Minnesota Dance Theatre (MDT).
HIPPIEFEST Plays Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre 7/28
by BWW News Desk - July 28, 2009
Hippiefest, a musical flashback to the Summer of Love featuring many of the era's most successful artists, will play Hennepin Theatre Trust's State Theatre on Tuesday, July 28, 2009. With nostalgic acts including Denny Laine of the Moody Blues who also played with Paul McCartney's Wings ('Band on the Run' and 'Jet'), The Turtles featuring Flo and Eddie ('Happy Together' and 'It Ain't Me Babe'), Chuck Negron, former lead singer of Three Dog Night ('Easy to Be Hard'), Felix Cavaliere of the Rascals ('Groovin' and 'Good Lovin') and Badfinger featuring Joey Molland ('Day After Day' and 'No Matter What'), this vintage flower power festival showcases the bands that defined a generation.
Lex-Ham Community Theater Presents PIZZAZZ 8/6 Thru 8/9
by Ali Leskowitz - July 27, 2009
The Lex-Ham Community Theater will present Hugh Leonard's one-act comic gem, Pizzazz, August 6-9, 2009. The play is directed by Mishia Burns Edwards.
TONY N' TIMOTHY'S WEDDING Returns to the Lowry Theater 7/26 for One Night Only
by Andrew Newman - July 26, 2009
Actors Theater of Minnesota will bring back the wild gay comedy of 'Tony n Timothy?s Wedding' for one show only on Sunday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Lowry Theater in downtown Saint Paul.
Walking Shadow Debuts SQUAWK At The Minnesota Fringe Festival 8/1 Thru 8/8
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 24, 2009
Walking Shadow Theatre Company presents the world premiere production of SQUAWK by company member John Heimbuch at the Gremlin Theatre in the Minnesota Fringe Festival from August 1 through 8, 2009. SQUAWK is directed by Amy Rummenie.
Guthrie's ELLA Starring Tina Fabrique Opens 7/24
by Eddie Varley - July 24, 2009
Tina Fabrique stars in the title role of this summer theatrical event, weaving myth, memory and music to tell the uplifting and poignant story of one of the greatest jazz and pop vocalists of the 20th century.
Photo Preview: SUPER MONKEY At The Guthrie
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 23, 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.
Photo Flash: The Guthrie's ELLA Plays Thru 9/6
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 23, 2009
The Guthrie's presentation of Ella, the exhilarating musical about the First Lady of Song, began July 21st.
Yellow Tree Theatre Announces Their Rummage Sale Fundraiser 7/30-31
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 23, 2009
It's time to get your rummage on! Yellow Tree's Rummage Sale Fundraiser is just one week away and we want your junk! Clean out your garage so you can finally park both cars in that sucker and donate your unwanted goods to raise money for our upcoming season.
terraNOVA Receives Seventeen Nominations For NYIT Awards
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 22, 2009
The New York Innovative Theatre Awards announced on Monday that terraNOVA Collective has been nominated for seventeen NYIT Awards including Outstanding Solo Performance (Martin Dockery, Leigh Evans, Jeff Grow, Abena Koomson, Micia Mosley) and Outstanding Production of a Play (Blue Before Morning).
Lyle Lovett Plays A Concert At The State Theater 7/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 22, 2009
Enjoying the height of his career, Lyle Lovett remains one of the all-time great American singer/songwriters. His unique voice and artistry has brought together the trail blazed by Texas storytellers like Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark and the crooked highway navigated by the sophisticated Randy Newman and Tom Waits.
Connie Fullmer Joins Minnesota Dance Theatre & the Dance Institute As New Director of Development
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 22, 2009
Lise Houlton, Artistic Director of Minnesota Dance Theatre & the Dance Institute welcomes Connie Fullmer to advance the financial growth of the school and the company in preparation for its 50 year anniversary.
Red Letter Theater's PHEDRA'S LOVE Plays 8/27-30 At Bryant-Lake Bowl Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 22, 2009
Notoriously scandalous British playwright Sarah Kane radically reworks Seneca's classical tragedy of incest and unrequited lust in the highly anticipated production of Red Letter Theater's Phaedra's Love, a brutal dark comedy exploring the themes of obsession, desire, and honesty. First debuted at the Gate, London in 1996, this regional premiere is directed and designed by Red Letter Theater Artistic Director David Hanzal, and features a host of some of the Twin Cities' favorite actors plus some wonderful new faces.
Comedy Improv To Host A Free Night Of Laughs Featuring Danielle Miller And Bre Weitzel 7/23
by Reynard Loki - July 21, 2009
Comedy Improv is set to host a free night of laughs on Thursday, July 23. Meet professional actors Danielle Miller and Bre Weitzel at 6:00pm at Lake of the Woods School.
JUNIOR CLAUS Comes To Burnsville PAC 12/10-27
by Gabrielle Sierra - July 21, 2009
When Santa breaks a toe, young Junior Claus takes the big sleigh reins. Can Junior make the greatest delivery in the world? 'JUNIOR CLAUS' arrives direct from New York City to the Burnsville Performing Arts Center for a limited, exclusive run December 10-27, 2009.
Guthrie Theater Reports Small Budget Deficit Despite Ticket Sale Rise
by Eddie Varley - July 21, 2009
The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that the Guthrie Theater has announced a small budget deficit - its first in 14 years - for the fiscal period that ended March 31st, 2009.

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