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BRYANT LAKE BOWL THEATER

810 West Lake St
Minneapolis, MN 55408



Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis


by Jared Fessler - April 30, 2026

Now playing at the Orpheum Theatre through May 17, 2026, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child brings the wizarding world back—but in a way that feels more grown-up and a lot more personal....

Review: FOREVER K-POP - A CELEBRATION CONCERT at State Theatre Minneapolis


by Jared Fessler - April 28, 2026

What did our critic think of FOREVER K-POP - A CELEBRATION CONCERT at State Theatre Minneapolis?...

Review: THE WIZARD OF OZ at Children's Theatre Company


by Joe Sarafolean - April 26, 2026

The Wizard will certainly see you now....

Review: LOUISA MAY ALCOTT'S LITTLE WOMEN at Guthrie Theater


by Joe Sarafolean - April 24, 2026

Yet another adaptation of a literary classic has arrived on the Guthrie stage, this time in the form of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. A story known to so many whether it be from actually reading the original novel, seeing one of the many film and television adaptations, or even the highly succ...

Review: [PALATABLE] GAY ROBOT STARRING STEPHEN BROWER at The Parkway Theater


by Jared Fessler - April 21, 2026

What did our critic think of [PALATABLE] GAY ROBOT STARRING STEPHEN BROWER at The Parkway Theater?...

Review: GRUMPY OLD MEN: THE MUSICAL at Minneapolis Musical Theater


by Jared Fessler - April 16, 2026

Grumpy Old Men: The Musical, playing now through April 19, 2026 at the Conn Theater, is exactly the kind of show you go to when you want to relax, laugh a bit, and not have to think too hard. Minneapolis Musical Theatre’s take on this familiar story leans into its strengths—solid performances, r...

Review: MAMA MIA at Lyric Arts Anoka


by Jared Fessler - April 15, 2026

The set designed by Steven McLean for I Loved, I Lost, I Made Spaghetti at Players Circle Theater is that good. Exposed brick walls, stainless steel appliances, artsy posters. And, as the lady sitting next to me observed, a clean up crew that comes in at intermission....

Review: HMONG FUTURES: THE FUTURE OF US at Theatre Mu


by Jared Fessler - April 13, 2026

Theater Mu’s Hmong Futures: The Futures of Us at Gremlin Theatre is one of those shows that doesn’t try to “wow” you with big theatrical tricks—it’s quieter than that—but it ends up hitting harder because of it....

Review: THE EVERGREEN TOUR 2026: HUNTER HAYES at Fine Line Minneapolis


by Jared Fessler - April 13, 2026

Hunter Hayes played Fine Line on April 12, 2026, and the whole night just felt really easy and real—in a good way. No huge production, no crazy effects, just a packed room and people who actually wanted to be there....

Review: TWICE - THIS IS FOR WORLD TOUR 2026 at Grand Casino Arena


by Jared Fessler - April 13, 2026

TWICE’s 2026 world tour “FOUR” stop in Saint Paul on April 12, 2026 didn’t feel like a typical concert—it felt more like being dropped into their world for a couple of hours. Even with how big everything is—the stage, the screens, the lights—it still somehow feels really personal....

Past Shows

The Residency at BLB
The Residency at BLB
Jun 20

Watch and discuss the best improv in the Twin Cities!Every Friday at 9:30 pm, The Residency at BLB features 2 improv groups who present their...

The Residency at BLB
The Residency at BLB
Jun 13

Watch and discuss the best improv in the Twin Cities!Every Friday at 9:30 pm, The Residency at BLB features 2 improv groups who present their...

The Residency at BLB
The Residency at BLB
Jun 6

Watch and discuss the best improv in the Twin Cities!Every Friday at 9:30 pm, The Residency at BLB features 2 improv groups who present their...

Holidating: Father's Day
Holidating: Father's Day
Jun 3

An improvised musical love story inspired by this month’s holiday - Father's Day!It's time to celebrate all things dad, like bad jokes and perfect lawns....

The Local Music Scene presents: Max Rewitzer w/ jorts!
The Local Music Scene presents: Max Rewitzer w/ jorts!
Apr 13

Improv inspired by local music.The Local Music Scene is an improv show that uses live music performed by local musicians as inspiration for improvised, comedic...

The Local Music Scene presents: Jen Scott
The Local Music Scene presents: Jen Scott
Mar 9

Improv inspired by local music.The Local Music Scene is an improv show that uses live music performed by local musicians as inspiration for improvised, comedic...

The Local Music Scene presents: Juliet Catherine
The Local Music Scene presents: Juliet Catherine
Feb 9

Improv inspired by local music.The Local Music Scene is an improv show that uses live music performed by local musicians as inspiration for improvised, comedic...

The Local Music Scene presents: Sesay
The Local Music Scene presents: Sesay
Nov 17

Improv inspired by local music.The Local Music Scene is an improv show that uses live music performed by local musicians as inspiration for improvised, comedic...

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