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DATES PRODUCTION 4/16/2022 - 4/16/2022 Hairspray (Non-Equity) (2021) 11/9/2012 - 11/9/2012 John Tartaglia's ImaginOcean (2012)
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GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! Kicks Off Second Leg of North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2026
Due to popular demand, a second leg of Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart recently kicked off with a run that includes performances at major venues like National Theatre in Washington D.C., Kings Theater in Brooklyn, NY, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 21, 2026
Due to popular demand, a second leg of Gabby’s Dollhouse Live! Presented by Walmart recently kicked off with a run that includes performances at major venues like National Theatre in Washington D.C., Kings Theater in Brooklyn, NY, and more.
Review: CELTIC THRONE II at State Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - Jan 20, 2026
On a cold January night in Minneapolis, the State Theatre felt anything but wintery. As Celtic Throne II—Psalter of Ireland unfolded on January 18, 2026, the audience was carried into a world of ancient history, pulsing music, and remarkable young talent.
by Jared Fessler - Jan 20, 2026
On a cold January night in Minneapolis, the State Theatre felt anything but wintery. As Celtic Throne II—Psalter of Ireland unfolded on January 18, 2026, the audience was carried into a world of ancient history, pulsing music, and remarkable young talent.
Opera Modesto Celebrates CINDERELLA This January
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2025
Opera Modesto will host a magical, family-friendly weekend at The State Theatre of Modesto this month, featuring events in January. Cinderella's Ball runs from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026 at the State Theatre of Modesto.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 30, 2025
Opera Modesto will host a magical, family-friendly weekend at The State Theatre of Modesto this month, featuring events in January. Cinderella's Ball runs from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, January 16, 2026 at the State Theatre of Modesto.
State Theatre New Jersey To Present Sa Dance Company: RISE
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Sa Dance Company will bring its acclaimed work RISE to State Theatre New Jersey for a one-night performance in New Brunswick. The four-movement dance piece explores the life journey of an Indian woman and honors generations of women through contemporary Indian dance.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 23, 2025
Sa Dance Company will bring its acclaimed work RISE to State Theatre New Jersey for a one-night performance in New Brunswick. The four-movement dance piece explores the life journey of an Indian woman and honors generations of women through contemporary Indian dance.
Jonas Kaufmann Says He Will Not Sing in Great Britain
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025
Star tenor Jonas Kafumann has revealed that he has no plans to sing opera ever again in Great Britain.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 22, 2025
Star tenor Jonas Kafumann has revealed that he has no plans to sing opera ever again in Great Britain.
Arts Centre Melbourne's State Theatre Will Reopen Six Months Ahead Of Schedule
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2025
Art Centre Melbourne's famed State Theatre is set to open six months ahead of schedule, making it the first completed milestone as part of the $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation project.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 1, 2025
Art Centre Melbourne's famed State Theatre is set to open six months ahead of schedule, making it the first completed milestone as part of the $1.7 billion Melbourne Arts Precinct Transformation project.
Review: CAROL at State Theatre Centre
by David Bravos - Nov 30, 2025
Tis the season, it seems. Whilst your normal Christmas show may gloss over the uglier side of Christmas, CAROL leans into it, allowing the festive season to be anything but. A belligerent Santa, a family that can’t be held together with any amount of wrapping tape, and a life falling apart, all come to the fore, with a backdrop of a Christmas that may not be pretty, but is certainly quite familiar to many. With some cheeky humour and warmth to rival a scorching summer, CAROL is the Christmas present you didn’t know you wanted.
by David Bravos - Nov 30, 2025
Tis the season, it seems. Whilst your normal Christmas show may gloss over the uglier side of Christmas, CAROL leans into it, allowing the festive season to be anything but. A belligerent Santa, a family that can’t be held together with any amount of wrapping tape, and a life falling apart, all come to the fore, with a backdrop of a Christmas that may not be pretty, but is certainly quite familiar to many. With some cheeky humour and warmth to rival a scorching summer, CAROL is the Christmas present you didn’t know you wanted.
America Brings THE HAPPY TRAILS TOUR 2026 To Minneapolis In April 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 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.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 20, 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: TIVOLI LOVELY at State Theatre Centre
by David Bravos - Nov 11, 2025
What did our critic think of TIVOLI LOVELY at State Theatre Centre?
by David Bravos - Nov 11, 2025
What did our critic think of TIVOLI LOVELY at State Theatre Centre?
Review: PURPLE RAIN at State Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - Nov 6, 2025
When the lights went down inside the State Theatre and the opening chords of “Let’s Go Crazy” rang out, it was clear that Purple Rain had come home. The new stage musical, based on Prince’s 1984 film, is making its world premiere in Minneapolis before heading to Broadway—and it feels like the city has wrapped its arms around it.
by Jared Fessler - Nov 6, 2025
When the lights went down inside the State Theatre and the opening chords of “Let’s Go Crazy” rang out, it was clear that Purple Rain had come home. The new stage musical, based on Prince’s 1984 film, is making its world premiere in Minneapolis before heading to Broadway—and it feels like the city has wrapped its arms around it.
ROMEO ET JULIETTE Comes to Opera Maine in 2026
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
Opera Maine announced that tickets for its 2026 mainstage production of the popular love story Roméo et Juliette will go on sale on November 13. Learn more about the show here!
by Stephi Wild - Oct 28, 2025
Opera Maine announced that tickets for its 2026 mainstage production of the popular love story Roméo et Juliette will go on sale on November 13. Learn more about the show here!
Jerry Seinfeld Will Return to the Orpheum Theatre in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 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.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 30, 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.
GABBY'S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! Adds 40+ Shows After Sold-Out Performances
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2025
Due to popular demand, a second leg of the North American tour of GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! PRESENTED BY WALMART will launch in Macon, GA, on January 14, 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 23, 2025
Due to popular demand, a second leg of the North American tour of GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE LIVE! PRESENTED BY WALMART will launch in Macon, GA, on January 14, 2026.
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS to Open Alabama Shakespeare Festival’s 40th Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2025
Alabama Shakespeare Festival will open its milestone 40th season with Murder on the Orient Express, running October 2–26, 2025. Directed by Artistic Director Quin Gresham.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 19, 2025
Alabama Shakespeare Festival will open its milestone 40th season with Murder on the Orient Express, running October 2–26, 2025. Directed by Artistic Director Quin Gresham.
Tickets to Chelsea Handler's The High and Mighty Tour at State Theatre to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
Comedian, television host and seven-time New York Times best-selling author Chelsea Handler is brining her brand new stand-up comedy tour THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR to Minneapolis. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 15, 2025
Comedian, television host and seven-time New York Times best-selling author Chelsea Handler is brining her brand new stand-up comedy tour THE HIGH AND MIGHTY TOUR to Minneapolis. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Lucy Darling To Bring New Touring Show YOU’RE WELCOME To Minneapolis This October
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 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.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 13, 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.
The State Theatre Brings MUSIC IN THE AIR " THE MUSICAL to Pretoria This September
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025
The South African State Theatre will present Music in the Air – The Musical in Pretoria from September 12–28, 2025. The show pays tribute to icons like Brenda Fassie, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Lucky Dube, Johnny Clegg, and Ladysmith Black Mambazo, celebrating the soundtrack of South Africa’s journey to democracy.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 11, 2025
The South African State Theatre will present Music in the Air – The Musical in Pretoria from September 12–28, 2025. The show pays tribute to icons like Brenda Fassie, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Lucky Dube, Johnny Clegg, and Ladysmith Black Mambazo, celebrating the soundtrack of South Africa’s journey to democracy.
Tickets for THE BEST OF STEVE MARTIN AND MARTIN SHORT at Hennepin Arts Go On Sale Friday
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 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.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 9, 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.
Review: SPEAKING IN TONGUES at State Theatre Centre
by David Bravos - Aug 30, 2025
Andrew Bovell's Speaking in Tongues is less a play and more a masterfully woven tapestry of fractured relationships and chance encounters. Speaking in Tongues is at The State Theatre Centre until September 14.
by David Bravos - Aug 30, 2025
Andrew Bovell's Speaking in Tongues is less a play and more a masterfully woven tapestry of fractured relationships and chance encounters. Speaking in Tongues is at The State Theatre Centre until September 14.
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