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Les Misérables
2/17 - 2/22/2026


Les Misérables, presented by Hennepin Arts, returns to the Orpheum Theatre from February 17 to February 22, 2026. This acclaimed production of the iconic musical, ...



Hennepin Arts Supports Career Day 2025 By InspireMSP, Connecting Twin Cities Students To Creative Industries


by A.A. Cristi - November 19, 2025

InspireMSP will present Career Day 2025 on December 4 and 5 at Target Center, supported by Hennepin Arts and longtime partners across the venue. The third annual event will bring nearly 1,600 Twin Cities middle and high school students together with professionals....

America Brings THE HAPPY TRAILS TOUR 2026 To Minneapolis In April 2026


by A.A. Cristi - November 19, 2025

Hennepin Arts will present the classic-rock group AMERICA at the State Theatre on April 23, 2026 as part of the band’s Happy Trails Tour 2026. Tickets go on sale November 21....

Review Roundup: PURPLE RAIN Musical World Premiere in Minneapolis


by Stephi Wild - November 06, 2025

Performances are now underway for the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. The Broadway-aimed production is playing at Hennepin Arts’ historic State Theatre in Minneapolis. Read the reviews for Purple Rain here!...

Photos: Kris Kollins and Rachel Webb in PURPLE RAIN World Premiere


by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 05, 2025

You can now get a first look at photos of the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. The cast features Kris Kollins, who is making his professional stage debut in the lead role of The Kid....

PURPLE RAIN Adds Extra Week of Pre-Broadway Performances in Minneapolis


by Stephi Wild - October 08, 2025

Due to audience demand, producer Orin Wolf and Hennepin Arts are pleased to announce that the stage adaptation of the iconic film PURPLE RAIN will rock the historic State Theatre for one additional week....

Jerry Seinfeld Will Return to the Orpheum Theatre in March 2026


by A.A. Cristi - September 29, 2025

​​​​​​​Hennepin Arts and JS Touring have announced that Jerry Seinfeld will bring his newest stand-up routines to Minneapolis for two performances at the historic Orpheum Theatre on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. ...

Lucy Darling To Bring New Touring Show YOU’RE WELCOME To Minneapolis This October


by A.A. Cristi - September 12, 2025

Hennepin Arts has announced that Carisa Hendrix, the award-winning magician and comedian behind glamorous 1940s-style socialite Lucy Darling, will bring her newest touring show You’re Welcome to the historic Pantages Theatre....

Tickets for THE BEST OF STEVE MARTIN AND MARTIN SHORT at Hennepin Arts Go On Sale Friday


by Stephi Wild - September 09, 2025

Hennepin Arts has announced that Steve Martin and Martin Short are returning to Minneapolis in 2026 in The Best of Steve Martin and Martin Short with very special guests Jeff Babko and The Steep Canyon Rangers....

PURPLE RAIN World Premiere Unveils Complete Cast


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 21, 2025

The complete cast has been revealed for the world premiere stage adaptation of the iconic film, PURPLE RAIN. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets here!...

Kris Kollins and Rachel Webb to Star in PURPLE RAIN World Premiere


by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 12, 2025

The cast members who will lead the pre-Broadway world premiere stage adaptation of PURPLE RAIN have been revealed. See who is starring and learn more about the world premiere production....

Past Shows

Purple Rain
10/16 - 11/16/2025


The stage adaptation of Prince's influential film and album, Purple Rain, will have its pre-Broadway world premiere at the historic State Theatre in Minneapolis from ...


A.J. Croce brings his Heart of the Eternal Tour to Minneapolis on October 3, 2025, performing at the Pantages Theatre. The celebrated singer-songwriter will debut ...


Vince Gill brings his celebrated musical talent to the Orpheum Theatre for an evening of captivating performances on May 22, 2025. Known for his rich ...

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