Northrop's Summer Concerts Begin 6/11
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 11, 2009
The University of Minnesota Summer Session and the Department of Concerts and Lectures present Summer at Northrop - 25 free, outdoor concerts located on the Northrop plaza from noon to 1 pm beginning Thursday, June 11.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 11, 2009
The University of Minnesota Summer Session and the Department of Concerts and Lectures present Summer at Northrop - 25 free, outdoor concerts located on the Northrop plaza from noon to 1 pm beginning Thursday, June 11.
Tix For National Theatre's Screening Of PHEDRE Go On Sale 6/14; Held 7/8, 7/9
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 10, 2009
Tickets for Minnesota's only two screenings of the National Theatre's production of Phédre - July 8 and 9 at the Guthrie Theater - go on sale to the general public on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m. A new initiative by the UK's National Theatre to broadcast high-definition performances of its plays to more than 230 movie theaters and performing arts centers worldwide, NT Live begins its pilot season with NT Director Nicholas Hytner's production of Phédre by Jean Racine.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 10, 2009
Tickets for Minnesota's only two screenings of the National Theatre's production of Phédre - July 8 and 9 at the Guthrie Theater - go on sale to the general public on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m. A new initiative by the UK's National Theatre to broadcast high-definition performances of its plays to more than 230 movie theaters and performing arts centers worldwide, NT Live begins its pilot season with NT Director Nicholas Hytner's production of Phédre by Jean Racine.
SteppingStone Presents THE NIGHTINGALE 7/10 Thru 8/2
by Ali Leskowitz - June 10, 2009
SteppingStone Theatre for Youth Development is presenting Hans Christian Andersen's The Nightingale, July 10 through August 2, 2009. The production, written by local playwright Randy Sue Latimer, and with music by well-known musician and composer Gary Rue, is based on the beloved fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen.
by Ali Leskowitz - June 10, 2009
SteppingStone Theatre for Youth Development is presenting Hans Christian Andersen's The Nightingale, July 10 through August 2, 2009. The production, written by local playwright Randy Sue Latimer, and with music by well-known musician and composer Gary Rue, is based on the beloved fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen.
Children's Theatre Company Announces Details of 2009-2010 Season
by Ali Leskowitz - June 09, 2009
In a season celebrating timeless characters, three World Premiere productions and tales that span the globe from Newark, N.J., to India and China, Tony Award-winning Children's Theatre Company (CTC) today announced details of its first three productions of the 2009-2010 season: 'Bert & Ernie, Goodnight!,' 'Mayhem Poets' and 'Cinderella.'
by Ali Leskowitz - June 09, 2009
In a season celebrating timeless characters, three World Premiere productions and tales that span the globe from Newark, N.J., to India and China, Tony Award-winning Children's Theatre Company (CTC) today announced details of its first three productions of the 2009-2010 season: 'Bert & Ernie, Goodnight!,' 'Mayhem Poets' and 'Cinderella.'
Tickets For The Guthrie's ELLA Go On Sale 6/14; Runs 7/21-9/6
by Ali Leskowitz - June 08, 2009
Tickets for the Guthrie's presentation of Ella, the exhilarating musical about the First Lady of Song, go on sale to the general public on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m. 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.
by Ali Leskowitz - June 08, 2009
Tickets for the Guthrie's presentation of Ella, the exhilarating musical about the First Lady of Song, go on sale to the general public on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m. 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.
THE WIZARD OF OZ Celebrates 70 Years, STC & HCA Join To Celebrate 6/26, 6/27
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 08, 2009
This year, 'The Wizard of Oz' celebrates 70 years of movie magic. To help mark the milestone, Stages Theatre Company (STC) and the Hopkins Center for the Arts (HCA) are collaborating to celebrate the history of this classic hit.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 08, 2009
This year, 'The Wizard of Oz' celebrates 70 years of movie magic. To help mark the milestone, Stages Theatre Company (STC) and the Hopkins Center for the Arts (HCA) are collaborating to celebrate the history of this classic hit.
Three Generation Of Guthrie Actors Reunite For WHEN WE ARE MARRIED 7/10-8/30
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 04, 2009
The Guthrie announced today that three generations of Guthrie actors will comprise the cast of its summer production of 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 will reunite many beloved Guthrie company members from the 1960s and 70s, including Barbara Bryne, Helen Carey, Patricia Conolly, Peter Michael Goetz and Linda Kelsey.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 04, 2009
The Guthrie announced today that three generations of Guthrie actors will comprise the cast of its summer production of 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 will reunite many beloved Guthrie company members from the 1960s and 70s, including Barbara Bryne, Helen Carey, Patricia Conolly, Peter Michael Goetz and Linda Kelsey.
Yellow Tree Short Play Fest Runs 6/5-6/27 At Yellowtree Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 04, 2009
Yellow Tree Short Play Festival- A little something for everyone Be the first to see the world premiere of 200 Feet and Counting by two-time Heideman Award Winner Marco Ramirez.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 04, 2009
Yellow Tree Short Play Festival- A little something for everyone Be the first to see the world premiere of 200 Feet and Counting by two-time Heideman Award Winner Marco Ramirez.
Southern Theater Announces Winners Of 09 McKnight Artists Fellowships
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 02, 2009
The Southern Theater is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2009 McKnight Artist Fellowships for Choreographers and the McKnight Artist Fellowships for Dancers. Each Fellow will receive a $25,000 fellowship award.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 02, 2009
The Southern Theater is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2009 McKnight Artist Fellowships for Choreographers and the McKnight Artist Fellowships for Dancers. Each Fellow will receive a $25,000 fellowship award.
Guthrie's KUSHNER CELEBRATION Receives Rave Reviews, Continues Thru 6/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 02, 2009
Guthrie Theater's KUSHNER CELEBRATION continues in Minneapolis with raves for all three productions.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 02, 2009
Guthrie Theater's KUSHNER CELEBRATION continues in Minneapolis with raves for all three productions.
Children's Theater Company Appoints Jodi Glasser As Major Gifts Officer
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 01, 2009
Children's Theatre Company (CTC), a Tony Award-winning theatre serving families nationwide, today announced the addition of Jodi Glaser as major gifts officer.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 01, 2009
Children's Theatre Company (CTC), a Tony Award-winning theatre serving families nationwide, today announced the addition of Jodi Glaser as major gifts officer.
MMT Presents The Area Premiere Of ZANNA, DON'T! 6/5-21 At Illusion Theater
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 01, 2009
Minneapolis Musical Theatre's area premiere of the musical Zanna, Don't! casts its spell beginning this Friday. Directed by artistic director Steven J. Meerdink, MMT brings this recent Off-Broadway hit to the Twin Cities for a 12 performance run at the Illusion Theater (downtown Minneapolis) from June 5-21, 2009.
by Gabrielle Sierra - June 01, 2009
Minneapolis Musical Theatre's area premiere of the musical Zanna, Don't! casts its spell beginning this Friday. Directed by artistic director Steven J. Meerdink, MMT brings this recent Off-Broadway hit to the Twin Cities for a 12 performance run at the Illusion Theater (downtown Minneapolis) from June 5-21, 2009.
ROBOTS VS. FAKE ROBOTS Opens 6/12 At The People's Center Theatre
by Reynard Loki - May 27, 2009
It is the year 6000. All organic life has been destroyed except for a handful of humans. The world is ruled by ultra-sexy Robots who are mysterious, immortal, and ultra-sexy. Humans want to be like them, and this is sad. Some humans dress up like Robots, and some humans would give anything to become one. Half twisted comedy and half science-fiction fantasia, this new play is filled with desire, betrayal and ultra-sexy Robot dance.
by Reynard Loki - May 27, 2009
It is the year 6000. All organic life has been destroyed except for a handful of humans. The world is ruled by ultra-sexy Robots who are mysterious, immortal, and ultra-sexy. Humans want to be like them, and this is sad. Some humans dress up like Robots, and some humans would give anything to become one. Half twisted comedy and half science-fiction fantasia, this new play is filled with desire, betrayal and ultra-sexy Robot dance.
The Ordway Celebrates Art With The 2009 Flint Hills International Children's Festival, 5/26 - 5/31
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2009
For the ninth consecutive year, the Ordway celebrates art by bringing the finest international and local artistic offerings to Minnesota during the 2009 Flint Hills International Children?s Festival, May 26 ? May 31, 2009.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2009
For the ninth consecutive year, the Ordway celebrates art by bringing the finest international and local artistic offerings to Minnesota during the 2009 Flint Hills International Children?s Festival, May 26 ? May 31, 2009.
Playlist: America '09 Comes To Chicago At The Pillsbury House Theatre 5/8-5/23
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2009
Pillsbury House Theatre presents the area premiere of the original production Playlist: America '09 By Aditi Brennan Kapil and Pillsbury House Theatre's Breaking Ice Company. Playlist: America '09 will be directed by Heidi Hunter Batz.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2009
Pillsbury House Theatre presents the area premiere of the original production Playlist: America '09 By Aditi Brennan Kapil and Pillsbury House Theatre's Breaking Ice Company. Playlist: America '09 will be directed by Heidi Hunter Batz.
TIGER TALES: HMONG FOLKTALES Runs 5/1-23 At SteppingStone Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2009
SteppingStone Theatre for Youth Development and Mu Performing Arts is presenting a world premiere production, Tiger Tales: Hmong Folktales, May 1-23 for a 20-day run in SteppingStone's beautiful new theatre in St. Paul's Historic Hill District. Tiger Tales is the fifth collaboration between SteppingStone Theatre and Mu Performing Arts, and is written by local artists R.A Shiomi and Cha Yang, with music by well-known local musician and composer Gary Rue.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2009
SteppingStone Theatre for Youth Development and Mu Performing Arts is presenting a world premiere production, Tiger Tales: Hmong Folktales, May 1-23 for a 20-day run in SteppingStone's beautiful new theatre in St. Paul's Historic Hill District. Tiger Tales is the fifth collaboration between SteppingStone Theatre and Mu Performing Arts, and is written by local artists R.A Shiomi and Cha Yang, with music by well-known local musician and composer Gary Rue.
Northrop's Summer Concerts Begin 6/11
by Reynard Loki - May 22, 2009
The University of Minnesota Summer Session and the Department of Concerts and Lectures present Summer at Northrop - 25 free, outdoor concerts located on the Northrop plaza from noon to 1 pm beginning Thursday, June 11.
by Reynard Loki - May 22, 2009
The University of Minnesota Summer Session and the Department of Concerts and Lectures present Summer at Northrop - 25 free, outdoor concerts located on the Northrop plaza from noon to 1 pm beginning Thursday, June 11.
SHIPWRECKED! AN ENTERTAINMENT! Plays The Jungle Theater 5/22-6/28
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 22, 2009
SHIPWRECKED! AN ENTERTAINMENT! The Amazing Adventures of Louis De Rougemont (As Told By Himself) by Donald Margulies May 22 - June 28, directed by Joel Sass
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 22, 2009
SHIPWRECKED! AN ENTERTAINMENT! The Amazing Adventures of Louis De Rougemont (As Told By Himself) by Donald Margulies May 22 - June 28, directed by Joel Sass
The Jungle Theatre Charts A Summer Cruise With SHIPWRECKED!, Runs 5/22 - 6/28
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2009
Shipwrecked! is directed by Joel sass and will run from May 22 - June 28. It features Michael Booth, Emily Gunyou-Halaas, Stephen Cartmell, and Edwin Strout.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2009
Shipwrecked! is directed by Joel sass and will run from May 22 - June 28. It features Michael Booth, Emily Gunyou-Halaas, Stephen Cartmell, and Edwin Strout.
A CHORUS LINE Returns To The Henepin Theater Trusts' Orpheum Theatre 6/16-21
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
A CHORUS LINE, the Tony and Pulitzer Prize Award-winning musical, returns to Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre on June 16-21, 2009. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, this 30th anniversary production of the singular sensation is the original reality show about the lives, dreams and labors of 17 Broadway dancers auditioning for the opportunity of a lifetime-to have the chance to danc
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
A CHORUS LINE, the Tony and Pulitzer Prize Award-winning musical, returns to Hennepin Theatre Trust's Orpheum Theatre on June 16-21, 2009. Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, this 30th anniversary production of the singular sensation is the original reality show about the lives, dreams and labors of 17 Broadway dancers auditioning for the opportunity of a lifetime-to have the chance to danc
Guthrie Announces the When We Are Married Dream Wedding Giveaway
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
In celebration of the Guthrie's summer comedy, the theater today announced the When We Are Married Dream Wedding Giveaway, offering one lucky couple a unique prize package valued at more than $60,000.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
In celebration of the Guthrie's summer comedy, the theater today announced the When We Are Married Dream Wedding Giveaway, offering one lucky couple a unique prize package valued at more than $60,000.
Polly Carl Set As Steppenwolf's Playwrights' Center Producing Artistic Director
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is pleased to announce Polly Carl, Producing Artistic Director of the Playwrights' Center of Minneapolis, will join the Steppenwolf staff in the newly-created position of Director of Artistic Development.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 20, 2009
Steppenwolf Theatre Company is pleased to announce Polly Carl, Producing Artistic Director of the Playwrights' Center of Minneapolis, will join the Steppenwolf staff in the newly-created position of Director of Artistic Development.
Nico Muhly Returns To Southern Theater 5/20, 5/21 With Son Lux
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2009
Composer Nico Muhly returns to the Southern a year and a half after his stunning Twin Cities debut. Since that time, Muhly has amassed world wide attention and commissions from such heavyweight institutions as the American Ballet Theatre, Metropolitan Opera, Paris Opera Ballet and English National Opera. His bio, which includes film scores, two critically acclaimed albums, and guest appearances at the Whitney Museum and Carnegie Hall, seems impossibly impressive for a composer yet in his 20s.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2009
Composer Nico Muhly returns to the Southern a year and a half after his stunning Twin Cities debut. Since that time, Muhly has amassed world wide attention and commissions from such heavyweight institutions as the American Ballet Theatre, Metropolitan Opera, Paris Opera Ballet and English National Opera. His bio, which includes film scores, two critically acclaimed albums, and guest appearances at the Whitney Museum and Carnegie Hall, seems impossibly impressive for a composer yet in his 20s.
Guthrie Theater's Kushner Celebration Featured In The Associated Press & Variety
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2009
On April 18th, 2009, nearly 1,000 attendees took part on the Guthrie Theater's Kick Off to Kushner, a community wide event, which featured 70 singers from the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus premiering 'I Want More Life,' a new choral commission with text from Kushner's Angels in America and music by Michael Shaieb.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 19, 2009
On April 18th, 2009, nearly 1,000 attendees took part on the Guthrie Theater's Kick Off to Kushner, a community wide event, which featured 70 singers from the Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus premiering 'I Want More Life,' a new choral commission with text from Kushner's Angels in America and music by Michael Shaieb.
Gruber, Lockwood & More Star In Ordway's SINGIN' IN THE RAIN, Opens 6/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2009
An all-star ensemble of performers will dance their way across the Ordway stage in a new production of 'Singin' in the Rain,' opening June 16 on the Ordway main stage. The production features some of the region's brightest talent including Michael Gruber as Don Lockwood, Christina Saffran Ashford as Kathy Selden, Tony Vierling as Cosmo, Austene Van as Lina Lamont, Richard Ooms as R.F. Simpson, and Claudia Wilkens as Dora Bailey.
by Gabrielle Sierra - May 18, 2009
An all-star ensemble of performers will dance their way across the Ordway stage in a new production of 'Singin' in the Rain,' opening June 16 on the Ordway main stage. The production features some of the region's brightest talent including Michael Gruber as Don Lockwood, Christina Saffran Ashford as Kathy Selden, Tony Vierling as Cosmo, Austene Van as Lina Lamont, Richard Ooms as R.F. Simpson, and Claudia Wilkens as Dora Bailey.
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