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Stages Theatre Company was founded in 1984 and since then has grown to become one of the largest professional theatres for young audiences in the country. We engage young artists with themes relevant to their lives and involve them in creating magical works featuring young people in meaningful roles. Through on-stage production, education programs, and other outreach opportunities, Stages Theatre Company annually serves more than 150,000 young people and their families. For more information visit www.stagestheatre.org.

Upcoming Shows

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical

Nov 20 – Dec 27, 2026

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical November 20 – December 27, 2026 Based on the animated television special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” adapted from the story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks. Music and Lyrics by Johnny Marks. Script Adaptation by...

Dragons Love Tacos 2: The (Mu)Sequel

Dragons Love Tacos 2: The (Mu)Sequel

Jan 22 – Feb 21, 2027

Dragons Love Tacos 2: The (Mu)Sequel January 22 – February 21, 2027 Based on the book Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequel by Adam Rubin Illustrated by Daniel Salmieri Script by Cristina Pippa Music & Lyrics by Sharon Kenny A time-traveling taco trip! The dragons are back… but where...

Hello, Universe

Hello, Universe

Mar 19 – Apr 4, 2027

Hello, Universe March 19 – April 4, 2027 Based on the book by Erin Entrada Kelly Adapted by Melissa Leilani Larson In collaboration with Theater Mu It’s not being brave if you aren’t scared. In one day, four middle schoolers find their lives intertwined when a prank goes wrong...

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical

Apr 16 – May 16, 2027

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical April 16 – May 16, 2027 Book by Kevin del Aguila Music and Lyrics by Michael Mahler and Alan Schuckler Based on the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” Book Series by Jeff Kinney and the 20th Century Studios Films It’s a journal, NOT a diary! Middle school…...

THE WIZ tya

THE WIZ tya

Jun 18 – Aug 1, 2027

THE WIZ tya June 18 – August 1, 2027 Adapted from “The Wonderful Wizard of OZ” by L. Frank Baum Book by William F. Brown Additional Material by Tina Tippit Music and Lyrics by Charlie Smalls In collaboration with Threads Dance Project Finding a home for all of us. Ease on down...

Inch by Inch

Inch by Inch

Aug 4 – Aug 22, 2027

Inch by Inch August 4 – August 22, 2027 Based on the book by Leo Lionni © 1960 Adapted by Katharine Benyo Composition by Matt Ouren Discoveries are made an inch at a time. Leo Lionni’s Caldecott-winning book, Inch By Inch, is back! Our youngest theatre goers will be immersed in...

Articles

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis

by Jared Fessler · October 21, 2026

It’s hard to go wrong with a musical like The Sound of Music. With its familiar songs, memorable characters and story that has stood the test of time, the Rodgers and Hammerstein classic has returned to the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis for a limited engagement through October 25.…

Review: THE TAMING at Yellow Tree Theatre

Review: THE TAMING at Yellow Tree Theatre

by Jared Fessler · October 21, 2026

Politics, beauty pageants, and Shakespeare might seem like an unusual combination, but that's what makes The Taming an interesting concept. Playing at Yellow Tree Theatre in Osseo, this comedy by Lauren Gunderson takes a look at American politics through the eyes of three women who want to make a di…

Review: TWELVE ANGRY MEN at Lyric Arts

Review: TWELVE ANGRY MEN at Lyric Arts

by Jared Fessler · October 21, 2026

What happens when one person questions what everyone else believes? That's at the heart of Twelve Angry Men, playing at Lyric Arts in Anoka. The play follows twelve jurors who must decide whether a young man is guilty of murder. What initially seems like a straightforward case takes a different turn…

Review: KUNENE AND THE KING at Guthrie Theater

Review: KUNENE AND THE KING at Guthrie Theater

by Joe Sarafolean · October 20, 2026

In most cases, American audiences encounter stories about racial and socioeconomic disparities through a distinctly American lens. However, the Guthrie Theater’s production of Octopus Theatrical’s Kunene and the King, written by Tony Award winner John Kani, offers a different perspective.…

Past Shows

133 total · showing 131–133

A Silent Night for Peef

A Silent Night for Peef

Nov 18 – Dec 26, 2011

Peef the Christmas Bear was created from scraps of material provided by Santa’s elves. After a wonderful beginning to his life at the North Pole, Santa asked Peef to become a special gift to a lonely child. Peef, of course, said yes. Now Santa visits Peef to see how things are...

Bridge to Terabithia

Bridge to Terabithia

Oct 14 – Nov 6, 2011

Jesse doesn’t fit in. He likes to draw and use his imagination, unlike his family and schoolmates. Enter Leslie, a new girl and potential rival. To his surprise, they become friends, and together they create Terabithia, a magical kingdom where they may exercise their...

Miss Nelson is Missing!

Miss Nelson is Missing!

Sep 23 – Oct 23, 2011

“Where is Miss Nelson?” ask the students of Room 207. “Never mind that! Open those arithmetic books!” Their new teacher was Miss Viola Swamp, and the kids could see she was a real witch. They had never missed a teacher like they now missed Miss Nelson. Will Miss Nelson ever...

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The Madness of Lady Bright in Minneapolis / St. Paul The Madness of Lady Bright
The Phoenix Theater (10/16-10/25) PHOTOS
As You Like It in Minneapolis / St. Paul As You Like It
Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church (10/22-10/25) VIDEOS
Hollywood; Lights, Camera Dance in Minneapolis / St. Paul Hollywood; Lights, Camera Dance
Collide Theatrical Dance Company (10/15-10/25) VIDEOS
Maybe Happy Ending in Minneapolis / St. Paul Maybe Happy Ending
Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis (11/17-11/22)
Ira Glass: Stories for a Sunday Afternoon in Minneapolis / St. Paul Ira Glass: Stories for a Sunday Afternoon
State Theatre (1/31-1/31)
Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous in Minneapolis / St. Paul Angry, Raucous, and Shamelessly Gorgeous
Yellow Tree Theatre (2/23-3/21)
Brandi Carlile: Burn the Setlist (The All Request Tour) in Minneapolis / St. Paul Brandi Carlile: Burn the Setlist (The All Request Tour)
State (11/17-11/18)
Inch by Inch in Minneapolis / St. Paul Inch by Inch
Stages Theatre Company (8/04-8/22)
Kathy Mattea in Minneapolis / St. Paul Kathy Mattea
Pantages (2/20-2/20)
As You Like It in Minneapolis / St. Paul As You Like It
825 Arts (11/05-11/08)