Minneapolis Theater Reviews

Review: BLAKE PROEHL at Fine Line Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - July 26, 2024

Blake Proehl, a former NFL player and Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, experienced an unfortunate injury during his rookie season that put his football career on hold. During his recovery, Blake discovered a new passion and talent: singing and music. He shared a surprise video of himself singing wit...

Review: NEWSIES at Artistry Theater And Visual Arts
by Jared Fessler - July 24, 2024

Disney's Newsies is now playing at the Artistry Theater and Visual Arts through August 11, 2024. Based on a true story set in New York City at the turn of the 20th century, Newsies follows the journey of newsboys led by Jack Kelly as they strike against unjust working conditions....

Review: ENGLISH at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - July 20, 2024

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Review: SIX at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
by Jared Fessler - July 18, 2024

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Review: HEART & SOUL TOUR 2024 CHICAGO | EARTH, WIND, & FIRE at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - July 14, 2024

What did our critic think of HEART & SOUL TOUR 2024 CHICAGO | EARTH, WIND, & FIRE at Xcel Energy Center?...

Review: TRIPLE ESPRESSO at Plymouth Playhouse
by Jared Fessler - July 13, 2024

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Review: SWEENEY TODD at Ashland Productions
by Jared Fessler - July 12, 2024

Ashland Productions in Maplewood, Minnesota, is currently staging 'Sweeney Todd' with music by Stephen Sondheim. This dark tale follows a barber who returns to 19th-century London, seeking revenge on the corrupt judge who framed him and ruined his family. Upon his return, he meets Mrs. Lovett, a pie...

Review: THE SHOW - LIVE ON TOUR - NIALL HORAN at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - July 08, 2024

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Review: BEN PLATT: THE HONEYMIND TOUR at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - July 03, 2024

On Saturday, June 29, 2024, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy winner Ben Platt, known for his roles in Broadway productions Dear Evan Hansen and Parade as well as films Dear Evan Hansen, Pitch Perfect, Theater Camp, and The Politician, brought his Honey Mind Tour to Minneapolis, Minnesota at the Orpheum Theate...

Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - June 29, 2024

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Review: SUOR ANGELICA at Out Of The Box Opera
by Jared Fessler - June 26, 2024

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Review: MORGAN WALLEN ONE NIGHT AT A TIME 2024 at US Bank Stadium
by Jared Fessler - June 21, 2024

Morgan Wallen is bringing his 'One Night At A Time 2024' tour to U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota on Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21, with special guests Bailey Zimmerman, Nate Smith, and Bryan Martin....

Review: JANET JACKSON TOGETHER AGAIN SUMMER TOUR 2024 at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - June 20, 2024

Janet Jackson brought her Together Again Summer Tour 2024 back to the Twin Cities at the Xcel Energy Center on June 18, 2024. Known as the queen of Pop and R&B music, Janet also has ties to Minnesota, having recorded songs in Minneapolis during her illustrious career spanning over 30 years. She has ...

Review: BEN RECTOR AND CODY FRY WITH THE MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA at Minnesota Orchestra Hall
by Jared Fessler - June 16, 2024

What did our critic think of BEN RECTOR AND CODY FRY WITH THE MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA at Minnesota Orchestra Hall?...

Review: ORVILLE PECK - THE STAMPEDE TOUR at The Armory
by Jared Fessler - June 12, 2024

Orville Peck, the enigmatic country music singer, brought his Stampede tour to the Armory in Minneapolis, Minnesota on June 11, 2024. The evening opened with stellar performances by Debbii Dawson and Durand Jones, who skillfully warmed up the crowd for Orville Peck's entrance....

Review: WE'LL ALL BE HERE FOREVER TOUR 2024 - NOAH KAHAN at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - June 08, 2024

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Review: ROBERT PLANT & ALISON KRAUSS: CAN'T LET GO TOUR 2024 at Mystic Lake Amphitheater
by Jared Fessler - June 08, 2024

What did our critic think of ROBERT PLANT & ALISON KRAUSS: CAN'T LET GO TOUR 2024 at Mystic Lake Amphitheater?...

Review: JOHNNY SKEEKY; OR, THE REMEDY FOR EVERYTHING at Theater Latté Da
by Joe Sarafolean - June 03, 2024

The high seas are calling you aboard a luxury yacht anchored off the coast of Florida. Although the interiors may be charming and welcoming, the vicious cast of characters may not be....

Interview: David Lefkowich of SUOR ANGELICA at Out Of The Box Opera
by Jared Fessler - May 29, 2024

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Review: MEN ON BOATS at Theatre In The Round
by Joe Sarafolean - May 19, 2024

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Review: MJ THE MUSICAL at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - May 16, 2024

Minneapolis, Minnesota witnessed the electrifying presence of the King of Pop as the Orpheum Theatre welcomed the national tour of 'MJ the Musical,' running until May 26, 2024. This multi-Tony Award-winning production offers a captivating portrayal of the legendary Michael Jackson's life and legacy....

Review: BLENDED 和 (HARMONY): THE KIM LOO SISTERS at History Theatre/Theater Mu
by Jared Fessler - May 12, 2024

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Review: SKELETON CREW at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - May 11, 2024

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Review: A JUMPING-OFF POINT at The Jungle Theater
by Jared Fessler - May 11, 2024

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Review: FLEX at Penumbra Theatre
by Jared Fessler - May 10, 2024

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