Tamara Kangas Erickson
Latest News on Tamara Kangas Erickson:
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (Oct 13, 2025)
Don Shelby and Nancy Nelson Bring LOVE LETTERS to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (Jun 4, 2025)
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Appoints Tamara Kangas Erickson as New President And Artistic Director (Apr 10, 2025)
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (Oct 13, 2025)
Don Shelby and Nancy Nelson Bring LOVE LETTERS to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (Jun 4, 2025)
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Appoints Tamara Kangas Erickson as New President And Artistic Director (Apr 10, 2025)
BIO
Tamara Kangas Erickson is Co-owner, Vice President and Resident Choreographer at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, where she has directed and/or choreographed over 20 musicals. Director/Choreographer: Respect: A Musical Journey of Women; The Musical of Musicals, The Musical. Choreographer: Newsies, 42nd Street (Ivey Award), Easter Parade (World Premiere), Singin’ in the Rain, West Side Story, Grease, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Jesus Christ Superstar, Anything Goes, Beauty and the Beast, Sister Act, Hairspray, Mary Poppins, The Little Mermaid and many more. Other theater: History Theatre: Lord Gordon Gordon (choreographer) National Tour: Sesame Street Live: Can’t Stop Singing (choreographer). Off-Broadway: This One’s for the Girls (Director/choreographer)
Productions
Videos
VIDEO: First Look at THE MUSIC MAN at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - 2020-03-09 05:24:10
VIDEO: Casts of THIS ONE'S FOR THE GIRLS and SISTAS: THE MUSICAL Sing the National Anthem at Yankee Stadium
by Stephi Wild - 2018-09-26 07:37:02
STAGE TUBE: First Look at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre's BYE BYE BIRDIE - Highlights!
by Stage Tube - 2012-10-23 13:25:36
News
Review: WHITE CHRISTMAS at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Jared Fessler - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres?
by Jared Fessler - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of WHITE CHRISTMAS at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres?
Don Shelby and Nancy Nelson Bring LOVE LETTERS to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will once again team up in a theatre collaboration with Twin Cities icons, Nancy Nelson & Don Shelby, as they star in LOVE LETTERS.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2025
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will once again team up in a theatre collaboration with Twin Cities icons, Nancy Nelson & Don Shelby, as they star in LOVE LETTERS.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Appoints Tamara Kangas Erickson as New President And Artistic Director
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2025
The Board of Directors of Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) has announced the appointment of Tamara Kangas Erickson as its new President and Artistic Director.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 10, 2025
The Board of Directors of Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) has announced the appointment of Tamara Kangas Erickson as its new President and Artistic Director.
GREASE Comes to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
GREASE, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres' most popular show, will return to the Main Stage for the first time in eight years. The original Rock ‘n’ Roll musical, GREASE, opens to a week of preview performances this week.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 28, 2025
GREASE, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres' most popular show, will return to the Main Stage for the first time in eight years. The original Rock ‘n’ Roll musical, GREASE, opens to a week of preview performances this week.
IRVING BERLIN'S WHITE CHRISTMAS Comes to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024
For the first time in its history, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will bring IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS to its Main Stage.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 18, 2024
For the first time in its history, Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will bring IRVING BERLIN’S WHITE CHRISTMAS to its Main Stage.
Stevie Ray's Comedy Cabaret Offers Fun & Innovative Programming To Chanhassen Dinner Theatres For 35th Anniversary
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has presented Stevie Ray's Comedy Cabaret in its Playhouse Theatre for some 30 years with a collaborative association that began in 1993. 2024 marks the 35th anniversary of Stevie Ray's, and lots of new things are on the horizon to celebrate.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2024
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has presented Stevie Ray's Comedy Cabaret in its Playhouse Theatre for some 30 years with a collaborative association that began in 1993. 2024 marks the 35th anniversary of Stevie Ray's, and lots of new things are on the horizon to celebrate.
BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Comes to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres in March
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will bring its audiences the beloved Broadway hit, BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, set to open on the Main Stage on March 1 with official opening night festivities on Friday, March 8, 2024.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 19, 2024
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres will bring its audiences the beloved Broadway hit, BEAUTIFUL THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL, set to open on the Main Stage on March 1 with official opening night festivities on Friday, March 8, 2024.
Review Roundup: THE PROM, Now Playing at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023
Read the reviews for The Prom at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 5, 2023
Read the reviews for The Prom at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres.
Photos: First Look at THE PROM at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2023
Get a first look at The Prom at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 22, 2023
Get a first look at The Prom at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres!
THE PROM Comes to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres in 2023
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has announced that it will produce THE PROM, Broadway’s smash hit musical comedy, on its Main Stage to be directed by Michael Brindisi and choreographed by Tamara Kangas Erickson.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 13, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has announced that it will produce THE PROM, Broadway’s smash hit musical comedy, on its Main Stage to be directed by Michael Brindisi and choreographed by Tamara Kangas Erickson.
Don Shelby and Nancy Nelson to Perform LOVE LETTERS at Chanhassen Dinner Theaters This November
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 6, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) teams up in a poignant theatre collaboration with beloved and celebrated Twin Cities icons, Nancy Nelson & Don Shelby, as they star in LOVE LETTERS at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres for a limited four performance engagement in November.
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 6, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) teams up in a poignant theatre collaboration with beloved and celebrated Twin Cities icons, Nancy Nelson & Don Shelby, as they star in LOVE LETTERS at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres for a limited four performance engagement in November.
Photos: Get A First Look At FOOTLOOSE at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Alan Henry - Feb 14, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings audiences the hit Broadway musical, FOOTLOOSE. Based on the hit film that captured the hearts of America, FOOTLOOSE is filled with dazzling choreography, electrifying music and a moving story that brings an entire community together.
by Alan Henry - Feb 14, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings audiences the hit Broadway musical, FOOTLOOSE. Based on the hit film that captured the hearts of America, FOOTLOOSE is filled with dazzling choreography, electrifying music and a moving story that brings an entire community together.
FOOTLOOSE Comes to Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Beginning This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings audiences the hit Broadway musical, FOOTLOOSE. Based on the hit film that captured the hearts of America, FOOTLOOSE is filled with dazzling choreography, electrifying music and a moving story that brings an entire community together.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 14, 2022
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings audiences the hit Broadway musical, FOOTLOOSE. Based on the hit film that captured the hearts of America, FOOTLOOSE is filled with dazzling choreography, electrifying music and a moving story that brings an entire community together.
BWW Interview: Kelli Foster Warder and Tamara Kangas Erickson, of LITTLE WOMEN: THE BROADWAY MUSICAL at Artistry Theatre And Visual Arts
by Joe Sarafolean - Nov 18, 2021
As we brought stories back to the stage this year we focused on familiar stories with themes of togetherness, change and growth that also had a twist of something new. The story of the March girls is special and familiar to many and soars in this musical version. It gave us a chance to give folks the chance to come back to Artistry and hear the beautiful melodies or our orchestra in one of the most treasured stories of our time.
by Joe Sarafolean - Nov 18, 2021
As we brought stories back to the stage this year we focused on familiar stories with themes of togetherness, change and growth that also had a twist of something new. The story of the March girls is special and familiar to many and soars in this musical version. It gave us a chance to give folks the chance to come back to Artistry and hear the beautiful melodies or our orchestra in one of the most treasured stories of our time.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Cancels CINDERELLA Due to Lack of Diversity
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2021
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has made the decision to cancel its upcoming production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella due to lack of diversity.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 26, 2021
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has made the decision to cancel its upcoming production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella due to lack of diversity.
VIDEO: First Look at THE MUSIC MAN at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2020
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings its audiences Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. a colorful, musical comedy that's all-American as apple pie and a beloved classic for every generation. THE MUSIC MAN opened to a week of previews on February 28 and celebrated its official opening on Friday, March 6, 2020.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 9, 2020
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings its audiences Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. a colorful, musical comedy that's all-American as apple pie and a beloved classic for every generation. THE MUSIC MAN opened to a week of previews on February 28 and celebrated its official opening on Friday, March 6, 2020.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres Presents THE MUSIC MAN
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2020
It's undoubtedly the most appealing Iowa a?oecorna?? ever served a?" fresh, warm and wrapped in the sweet nostalgia of small-town America. Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings its audiences Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. a colorful, musical comedy that's all-American as apple pie and a beloved classic for every generation. THE MUSIC MAN opens to a week of previews on February 28 and celebrates its official opening on Friday, March 6, 2020.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 15, 2020
It's undoubtedly the most appealing Iowa a?oecorna?? ever served a?" fresh, warm and wrapped in the sweet nostalgia of small-town America. Chanhassen Dinner Theatres (CDT) brings its audiences Meredith Willson's THE MUSIC MAN. a colorful, musical comedy that's all-American as apple pie and a beloved classic for every generation. THE MUSIC MAN opens to a week of previews on February 28 and celebrates its official opening on Friday, March 6, 2020.
Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards
by Alan Henry - Jan 15, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
by Alan Henry - Jan 15, 2020
Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Minneapolis Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!
Chanhassen Dinner Theatre's MAMMA MIA! Brings Treats To Morning Commuters
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2019
Downtown commuters riding the Metro Transit Light Rail Blue and Green Lines will have something fun to wake up to on their way to work on Thursday, October 10! Cast representatives of MAMMA MIA! will greet commuters on the corner of 5th Street South, between 3rd and 4th Avenues South in Minneapolis (near the Government Plaza and Capella Tower).
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 2019
Downtown commuters riding the Metro Transit Light Rail Blue and Green Lines will have something fun to wake up to on their way to work on Thursday, October 10! Cast representatives of MAMMA MIA! will greet commuters on the corner of 5th Street South, between 3rd and 4th Avenues South in Minneapolis (near the Government Plaza and Capella Tower).
MAMMA MIA! Comes To Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
by Julie Musbach - Feb 1, 2019
Grab your beach umbrella, icy beverage, and boogie board and get ready to ride the wave! MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical that's taken the world by storm, will hit the beach on Chanhassen Dinner Theatres' Main Stage in just a few weeks. MAMMA MIA! preview performances run from March 1-7, with official opening night festivities taking place on Friday, March 8.
by Julie Musbach - Feb 1, 2019
Grab your beach umbrella, icy beverage, and boogie board and get ready to ride the wave! MAMMA MIA!, the smash hit musical that's taken the world by storm, will hit the beach on Chanhassen Dinner Theatres' Main Stage in just a few weeks. MAMMA MIA! preview performances run from March 1-7, with official opening night festivities taking place on Friday, March 8.
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