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Photos: First Look at the Cast of FIFTY BOXES OF EARTH at Theater Mu
by Stephi Wild - February 28, 2025


Theater Mu is producing the world premiere of Ankita Raturi’s Fifty Boxes of Earth at Park Square Theatre. Check out all new photos of the cast ahead of the show's premiere here!

DEAR EVAN HANSEN Comes To The Ordway In March
by A.A. Cristi - February 27, 2025


The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present the Saint Paul engagement of the Tony and Grammy -winning Best Musical that connected the world Dear Evan Hansen, March 11-16, 2025.

SOMETHING ROTTEN! Comes To Chaska High School Theatre In March
by A.A. Cristi - February 27, 2025


Opening on March 28th and playing through April 6th at the Chaska High School Theatre, in Chaska, MN. Directed by Bryn Tanner, music direction by Sean Barker and choreographed by Kate McCall, Chaska Valley Family Theatre will perform Something Rotten!.

FROZEN Cast And Creative Team Announced At Children’s Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - February 27, 2025


Children’s Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for the company’s original production of Disney’s Frozen The Broadway Musical, which will run April 15-June 15, 2025 on the UnitedHealth Group Stage. Opening night is Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 7pm.

Spotlight: THE LITTLE MERMAID at OUT ON A LIMB DANCE THEATER CO.
by BWW Special Offer - February 27, 2025


EXPERIENCE AN ENCHANTING REIMAGINING OF THE CLASSIC FAIRY TALE “THE LITTLE MERMAID”

Cast Set for FUN HOME Twin Cities Premiere at Theater Latté Da
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 26, 2025


Theater Latté Da has revealed the complete cast for the Twin Cities premiere of FUN HOME, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical based on the graphic memoir by former Minnesota resident Alison Bechdel. Learn more!

Four Composers Selected for 2025 Minnesota Orchestra Composer Institute
by Stephi Wild - February 26, 2025


Four of the nation’s top emerging orchestral composers have been selected to participate in the Minnesota Orchestra’s 2025 Composer Institute, which culminates in a “Future Classics” concert.

Guthrie Theater Presents Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP
by A.A. Cristi - February 25, 2025


The Guthrie Theater has announced the company and related events for its upcoming production of The Mousetrap by Agatha Christie, directed by Tracy Brigden.

Review: THE FORGET TOMORROW WORLD TOUR - JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - February 25, 2025


On February 24, 2025, Justin Timberlake brought his Forget Tomorrow World Tour to the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, MN, delivering an electrifying performance that left fans in awe. This tour, Timberlake's first in five years, has received an overwhelming response, selling over one million tickets across more than 85 performances. Opening the night was Andrew Hypes, a highly regarded producer, drummer, and DJ, who set the stage with an energy-packed set, perfectly priming the crowd for Timberlake’s unforgettable show.

COME FROM AWAY Soars To The Ordway Next Month
by A.A. Cristi - February 24, 2025


The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present the critically acclaimed musical, Come From Away, from March 5-8, 2025. The production is returning to the Ordway after a highly successful run in June 2024.

Paul Bunyan Playhouse Suspends 2025 Season: 'This Is Not an Ending'
by Michael Major - February 24, 2025


The Paul Bunyan Playhouse's 2025 season has been suspended. The Bemidji, MN-based theatre announced through their Facebook page that their board of directors had made the 'incredibly difficult decision' to suspend their current season.

Interview: Antonisia (Nisi) Collins of MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - February 20, 2025


Read our interview with Antonisia (Nisi) Collins of MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD at Children's Theatre Company.

Six Points Theater To Present THE MESSENGER
by A.A. Cristi - February 20, 2025


The Messenger, a new play by Jenny Connell Davis and directed by Faye M. Price, opens at Six Points Theater on Saturday, March 8 and runs through March 23.

Comedian Chris Distefano Comes To Pantages Theatre This July
by A.A. Cristi - February 19, 2025


Hennepin Arts has announced that Chris Distefano, one of today's biggest and most beloved names in comedy, is coming to Minneapolis for one night only at the historic Pantages Theatre.

Video: Watch a New MILO IMAGINES THE WORLD Trailer
by Michael Major - February 19, 2025


Audiences and press have been loving 'Milo Imagines the World', watch a new trailer for the show now! See the video now! The musical is based on the book by Matt de la Peña and Christian Robinson.

TRIASSIC PARQ Regional Premiere Cast Announced From Minneapolis Musical Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - February 18, 2025


Minneapolis Musical Theatre (MMT) is returning to the stage this spring with the area premiere of TRIASSIC PARQ. This marks the first collaboration between MMT and LUSH Lounge and Theater, who will sponsor the production at their theater from March 22 to April 13, 2025.

Tickets to Vince Gill at Orpheum Theatre to go on Sale This Week
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 18, 2025


Vince Gill, the 22-time Grammy winner and highly-acclaimed musician, songwriter, vocalist, and producer, will perform at Orpheum Theatre. Learn more about the upcoming performance and see how to purchase tickets.

DRUMLine Live Comes to the Ordway
by Stephi Wild - February 18, 2025


This Friday, the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts will present DRUMLine Live to a sold-out crowd in Saint Paul. Learn more about the upcoming concert here!

E/D Brings THE SHOW to Red Eye Theater This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - February 17, 2025


Twin Cities based performing duo, E/D, which is comprised of Emily Michaels King and Debra Berger, have announced the return of their theatrical work, THE SHOW, which will run March 28 through April 5 at Red Eye Theater in Minneapolis.

Children’s Theatre Company Public Facing Staff Ratifies First-Ever Contract With IATSE Local 13
by Stephi Wild - February 14, 2025


The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, IATSE Local 13 workers voted to ratify their first contract in a union meeting on Monday, February 3. 

THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA Comes to Duluth Playhouse in March
by Stephi Wild - February 13, 2025


This spring, Duluth Playhouse will present The Light in the Piazza. Set against the Tuscan countryside, this Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of a mother and daughter on a life-changing journey. 

FUN HOME To Play Twin Cities Premiere At Theater Latté Da This Spring
by A.A. Cristi - February 12, 2025


Theater Latté Da has announced that single tickets are now on sale for the highly anticipated Twin Cities premiere of FUN HOME, the Tony Award-winning Best Musical.

ROMEO & JULIET: THE ROCK BALLET Premiere to be Presented at Twin Cities Ballet
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 12, 2025


The British are coming again! This time, Shakespeare and Queen-for three nights of inspired ballet and live rock music in the World Premiere of 'Romeo & Juliet: The Rock Ballet,' at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul. Learn how to purchase tickets.

THE LITTLE MERMAID Will Be Reimagined By Out On A Limb Dance Theater Co.
by Stephi Wild - February 12, 2025


Out on A Limb Dance Theater Company's adaptation of The Little Mermaid is coming to The O'Shaughnessy in March. Learn more about the upcoming show here!

Review: HADESTOWN at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - February 12, 2025


The Hadestown National Tour’s stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis delivers an unforgettable theatrical experience that captivates from start to finish. Anaïs Mitchell’s Tony Award-winning folk-jazz musical, which reimagines the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, comes to life in a visually stunning and emotionally charged production that resonates with both new audiences and longtime fans.


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Something Rotten in Minneapolis / St. Paul Something Rotten
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Come From Away in Minneapolis / St. Paul Come From Away
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Plymouth Memorial Hall (6/7 - 6/7)
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