Former CTC Acting Company Member, Traci Shannon Announced as New Casting Director
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2022
Children's Theatre Company has announced Traci Shannon, former CTC Acting Company Member and Performing Apprentice as the new Casting Director.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2022
Children's Theatre Company has announced Traci Shannon, former CTC Acting Company Member and Performing Apprentice as the new Casting Director.
GRETCHEN PARLATO WITH JAZZMN ORCHESTRA at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Jared Fessler - April 05, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will present JazzMN, Minnesota's premier, professional jazz orchestra, back to its Main Stage on Monday evening, April 25 for a memorable return to distinctive jazz, under the artistic direction of JC Sanford.
by Jared Fessler - April 05, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will present JazzMN, Minnesota's premier, professional jazz orchestra, back to its Main Stage on Monday evening, April 25 for a memorable return to distinctive jazz, under the artistic direction of JC Sanford.
BWW Preview: NEW EYES FESTITVAL at Theater Mu
by Jared Fessler - April 05, 2022
This series of staged readings of new works from Asian American playwrights is an artistic incubator for thoughts and ideas looking to be born onto the stage. For the 2022 festival, our playwrights are our Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Playwright-in-Residence Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay, Katie Ka Vang and composer Melissa Li, and Keiko Green, who was one of our inaugural Mu Tang Clan members this past year.
by Jared Fessler - April 05, 2022
This series of staged readings of new works from Asian American playwrights is an artistic incubator for thoughts and ideas looking to be born onto the stage. For the 2022 festival, our playwrights are our Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Playwright-in-Residence Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay, Katie Ka Vang and composer Melissa Li, and Keiko Green, who was one of our inaugural Mu Tang Clan members this past year.
Tickets For AIN'T TOO PROUD at the Orpheum Theatre Go On Sale Friday, April 8
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2022
Hennepin Theatre Trust has announced the First National Tour of AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, the new Broadway smash hit musical, will play Minneapolis this summer as part of the 2021-2022 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season Tuesday, June 28 to Sunday, July 10 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2022
Hennepin Theatre Trust has announced the First National Tour of AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS, the new Broadway smash hit musical, will play Minneapolis this summer as part of the 2021-2022 Bank of America Broadway on Hennepin season Tuesday, June 28 to Sunday, July 10 at the historic Orpheum Theatre (910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis).
Duluth Playhouse Presents A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD TYA at the Family Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
Duluth Playhouse brings the award-winning Broadway musical A Year With Frog and Toad TYA to life at the Family Theatre April 23rd through May 1st.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2022
Duluth Playhouse brings the award-winning Broadway musical A Year With Frog and Toad TYA to life at the Family Theatre April 23rd through May 1st.
BWW Review: MICHAEL FEINSTIEN at Dakota
by Jared Fessler - April 03, 2022
An Evening with Michael Feinstein, Ambassador of the Great American Songbook performed at the Dakota in Minneapolis on April 2nd and April 3rd.
by Jared Fessler - April 03, 2022
An Evening with Michael Feinstein, Ambassador of the Great American Songbook performed at the Dakota in Minneapolis on April 2nd and April 3rd.
BWW Review: TODRICK HALL , THE FEMULINE TOUR at Varsity Theatre
by Jared Fessler - April 03, 2022
Todrick Hall is a multi-faceted performer, and social media personality, and made appearances on TV including American Idol, RuPaul's Drag Race, and the Greatest Dancer. His youtube channel has 740 million views with 3.5 million subscribers, He has also made music video appearances notably Taylor Swift's 'You Need to Calm Down.' He also has his music available on all streaming platforms.
by Jared Fessler - April 03, 2022
Todrick Hall is a multi-faceted performer, and social media personality, and made appearances on TV including American Idol, RuPaul's Drag Race, and the Greatest Dancer. His youtube channel has 740 million views with 3.5 million subscribers, He has also made music video appearances notably Taylor Swift's 'You Need to Calm Down.' He also has his music available on all streaming platforms.
Chatting With Broadway Veteran RYAN MCCARTAN
by Jared Fessler - April 03, 2022
Ryan McCartan is known for playing Jason 'J.D. Dean' in the original off-broadway production of Heathers. Brad Majors in the 2016 Fox musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ryan also played Diggie Smalls in Disney Channel's sitcom Live and Maddie. Fiyero in Wicked, and most recently Hans in Frozen.
by Jared Fessler - April 03, 2022
Ryan McCartan is known for playing Jason 'J.D. Dean' in the original off-broadway production of Heathers. Brad Majors in the 2016 Fox musical The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Ryan also played Diggie Smalls in Disney Channel's sitcom Live and Maddie. Fiyero in Wicked, and most recently Hans in Frozen.
Brave New Workshop's First New Show In Two Years, BACK TO WORKSHOP, OR EVERYTHING'S FINE! On Sale April 8
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2022
Hennepin Theatre Trust has announced that the Brave New Workshop comedy theatre is returning to the stage for the first time since 2020 with Back to Workshop, or Everything's Fine!
by BWW News Desk - April 01, 2022
Hennepin Theatre Trust has announced that the Brave New Workshop comedy theatre is returning to the stage for the first time since 2020 with Back to Workshop, or Everything's Fine!
Chatting with Veteran Broadway Actor Telly Leung
by Jared Fessler - April 01, 2022
Broadway veteran Telly Leung has co-produced a documentary with Aaron Albano, another Broadway veteran and active member of the AAPI Broadway community. It is called ENSEMBLE and it is currently available via Broadway on Demand.
by Jared Fessler - April 01, 2022
Broadway veteran Telly Leung has co-produced a documentary with Aaron Albano, another Broadway veteran and active member of the AAPI Broadway community. It is called ENSEMBLE and it is currently available via Broadway on Demand.
BWW Review: ANYTHING GOES at US Cinemas
by Jared Fessler - March 31, 2022
Anything Goes the musical is playing in Cinemas all over the US for two days only. This film is produced by special arrangement with Universal Theatrical Group. Filmed live at the Barbican in London, this musical comedy features a cast led by Broadway legend Sutton Foster, reprising her role as Reno Sweeney, alongside Robert Lindsay, three-time Olivier, and Tony Award winner. Felicity Kendal, Evening Standard Theatre Award winner, and Gary Wilmont, a legend in the West End. This musical comedy is about an ocean liner sailing from New York to London. Billy Crocker is in love with Hope Harcourt a heiress who is engaged to Lord Evelyn Oakleigh. Reno Sweeney, a night club singer and Martin 'Moonface' help Billy in his journey to win the love of Hope. The music is written by Cole Porter and includes the well-known songs, Friendship, It's de-lovely, and Anything Goes.
by Jared Fessler - March 31, 2022
Anything Goes the musical is playing in Cinemas all over the US for two days only. This film is produced by special arrangement with Universal Theatrical Group. Filmed live at the Barbican in London, this musical comedy features a cast led by Broadway legend Sutton Foster, reprising her role as Reno Sweeney, alongside Robert Lindsay, three-time Olivier, and Tony Award winner. Felicity Kendal, Evening Standard Theatre Award winner, and Gary Wilmont, a legend in the West End. This musical comedy is about an ocean liner sailing from New York to London. Billy Crocker is in love with Hope Harcourt a heiress who is engaged to Lord Evelyn Oakleigh. Reno Sweeney, a night club singer and Martin 'Moonface' help Billy in his journey to win the love of Hope. The music is written by Cole Porter and includes the well-known songs, Friendship, It's de-lovely, and Anything Goes.
Second City Film School Announces New Partnership To Support Up & Coming, Diverse Voices
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
The Second City Film School, the legendary launching pad for the biggest names in improv and comedy, today announced a partnership with the Catalyst Story Institute, a nonprofit that helps creators of every age and background find traditional and nontraditional outlets for the content they develop.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
The Second City Film School, the legendary launching pad for the biggest names in improv and comedy, today announced a partnership with the Catalyst Story Institute, a nonprofit that helps creators of every age and background find traditional and nontraditional outlets for the content they develop.
Margie Mays
by Jared F - March 30, 2022
Margie Mays is based in Los Angeles, California. She is a singer, songwriter, actor, and host. She appeared on seasons 2 and 3 of American Idol on ABC. She also teaches voice and piano lessons and wants to aspire young artist and performers. Currently, Margie is playing Elle Woods in Legally Blonde the Musical in the heart of Hollywood at the Hollywood Majestic.
by Jared F - March 30, 2022
Margie Mays is based in Los Angeles, California. She is a singer, songwriter, actor, and host. She appeared on seasons 2 and 3 of American Idol on ABC. She also teaches voice and piano lessons and wants to aspire young artist and performers. Currently, Margie is playing Elle Woods in Legally Blonde the Musical in the heart of Hollywood at the Hollywood Majestic.
John Battagliese
by Jared Fessler - March 30, 2022
John Battagliese is a graduate of the Cincinnati Conservatory with a BFA in Musical Theatre. He was in the first national tour of Cruel Intentions the musical as Greg (u/s Sebastian) and the Las Vegas production of BAZ: Star Cross Love as Romeo, and many other regional productions. He won one of Seth Rudetskys concert series sing-off and his tik-tok video for Bridgerton the musical was featured on NBC News.
by Jared Fessler - March 30, 2022
John Battagliese is a graduate of the Cincinnati Conservatory with a BFA in Musical Theatre. He was in the first national tour of Cruel Intentions the musical as Greg (u/s Sebastian) and the Las Vegas production of BAZ: Star Cross Love as Romeo, and many other regional productions. He won one of Seth Rudetskys concert series sing-off and his tik-tok video for Bridgerton the musical was featured on NBC News.
Stages Theatre Company to Present World Premiere Musical Adaptation Of WHAT DO YOU DO WITH AN IDEA?
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
Stages Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for WHAT DO YOU DO WITH AN IDEA?. From page to stage, this world-premiere musical, based on the book written by Kobi Yamada and illustrated by Mae Besom, comes to life this spring.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
Stages Theatre Company has announced the cast and creative team for WHAT DO YOU DO WITH AN IDEA?. From page to stage, this world-premiere musical, based on the book written by Kobi Yamada and illustrated by Mae Besom, comes to life this spring.
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts Announces 2022-2023 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts today announced its 2022-2023 season. The new Ordway Presents Series features four concerts, including Broadway titan Patti LuPone and multi-genre recording artist and instrumentalist Damien Sneed.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts today announced its 2022-2023 season. The new Ordway Presents Series features four concerts, including Broadway titan Patti LuPone and multi-genre recording artist and instrumentalist Damien Sneed.
James A. Rocco, Jennifer Grimm, Erin Schwab & Lori Dokken Headline THE CALIFORNIA SONGBOOK – UNPLUGGED In April
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
In the mid-'60s, the music business migrated from Tin Pan Alley and the Brill Building in New York City to Los Angeles, California. The Beatles, the British Invasion performers, and Motown artists dominated radio airwaves, but a new sound was brewing in Laurel Canyon.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2022
In the mid-'60s, the music business migrated from Tin Pan Alley and the Brill Building in New York City to Los Angeles, California. The Beatles, the British Invasion performers, and Motown artists dominated radio airwaves, but a new sound was brewing in Laurel Canyon.
VIDEO: First Look at Theater Latté Da's JELLY'S LAST JAM
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2022
Theater Latté Da is presenting JELLY'S LAST JAM, the story of self-proclaimed inventor of jazz, Jelly Roll Morton. The area premiere production features an all Twin Cities-based cast including Reese Britts as Jelly Roll Morton and Andre Shoals as The Chimney Man.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2022
Theater Latté Da is presenting JELLY'S LAST JAM, the story of self-proclaimed inventor of jazz, Jelly Roll Morton. The area premiere production features an all Twin Cities-based cast including Reese Britts as Jelly Roll Morton and Andre Shoals as The Chimney Man.
Rick Leach of THE BACHELOR LIVE ON STAGE at State Theatre
by Jared F - March 29, 2022
The Bachelor Live in Stage is currently touring different cities. This is the second tour and this time, they are using men from the previous seasons to be the Bachelor in the Bachelor Live On Stage.
by Jared F - March 29, 2022
The Bachelor Live in Stage is currently touring different cities. This is the second tour and this time, they are using men from the previous seasons to be the Bachelor in the Bachelor Live On Stage.
Stages Theatre Company and Capri Theater Present a Co-Production of ALL AMERICAN BOYS
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2022
Stages Theatre Company (STC) and Capri Theater are proud to bring ALL AMERICAN BOYS to Twin Cities audiences. This play is based on the award-winning book by National Book Award winner and Ambassador of Children's Literature, Jason Reynolds and best-selling author, Brendan Kiely.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2022
Stages Theatre Company (STC) and Capri Theater are proud to bring ALL AMERICAN BOYS to Twin Cities audiences. This play is based on the award-winning book by National Book Award winner and Ambassador of Children's Literature, Jason Reynolds and best-selling author, Brendan Kiely.
TWO JEWS WALK INTO A WAR to Play at Six Points Theater
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2022
Zeblyan and Ishaq are the last two Jews living in Kabul. While they both want to urgently repopulate their ancient Jewish community, how to do so is something they cannot agree upon. Inspired by true events, this play balances Borscht Belt humor and poignancy in a touching look at cultural continuity.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2022
Zeblyan and Ishaq are the last two Jews living in Kabul. While they both want to urgently repopulate their ancient Jewish community, how to do so is something they cannot agree upon. Inspired by true events, this play balances Borscht Belt humor and poignancy in a touching look at cultural continuity.
Kevin Brown, Jr. of PARKS: A PORTRAIT OF A YOUNG ARTIST at History Theatre
by Jared F - March 25, 2022
World Premier Drama, Parks:A Portrait Of A Young Artist by Harrison David Rivers in collaboration with Robin P. Hickman-Winfield
by Jared F - March 25, 2022
World Premier Drama, Parks:A Portrait Of A Young Artist by Harrison David Rivers in collaboration with Robin P. Hickman-Winfield
Stages Theatre Company Announces 2022-23 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2022
Stages Theatre Company has announced the 2022-23 Season of Possibility featuring a diverse blend of plays and musicals focusing on friendships, adventures, and endless possibilities! 2022-23 Season is sponsored by UnitedHealthcare.
by BWW News Desk - March 25, 2022
Stages Theatre Company has announced the 2022-23 Season of Possibility featuring a diverse blend of plays and musicals focusing on friendships, adventures, and endless possibilities! 2022-23 Season is sponsored by UnitedHealthcare.
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Jesus Christ Superstar
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts (12/9 - 12/28) | |
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A Christmas Carol...More or Less
Yellow Tree Theatre (11/28 - 12/28) | |
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The Girl Who Drank The Moon
Stages Theatre Company (3/27 - 4/19) | |
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Explorasaurus: A Dinosaur Adventure
Stages Theatre Company (8/5 - 8/23) | |
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The Bearded Company's Swords & Sorcery
Theatre in the Round (5/13 - 5/17) | |
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Baron Vordenburg's Guide to the Para-Normal
Bryant Lake Bowl (1/16 - 1/31) | |
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis (4/25 - 5/23) | |
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Shucked
Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis (1/6 - 1/11) | |
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