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Cast Set for DR. SEUSS'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! At Children's Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024

Children's Theatre Company has revealed the cast and creative team for DR. SEUSS'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS!, featuring Reed Sigmund as the Grinch and direction by Peter C. Brosius. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Theater Latté Da Announces Rehearsals Are In Progress For STONES IN HIS POCKETS
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2024

Theater Latté Da (Justin Lucero, Artistic Director; Elisa Spencer-Kaplan, Managing Director) announces that rehearsals are now underway for STONES IN HIS POCKETS, an Olivier Award-winning comedy running January 24, 2024 through February 25, 2024 at the Ritz Theater (345 13th Ave NE, Minneapolis).

Riverside Native Peter Brosius To Direct DR. SEUSS'S HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS! For Children's Theatre Company
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 17, 2023

Riverside native Peter Brosius is the director of 'Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' at Children's Theatre Company. Learn more about his distinguished career and this production.

DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS Returns To Children's Theatre Company This Holiday Season
by Stephi Wild - Oct 5, 2023

Children’s Theatre Company has announced the complete cast and creative team for the hotly-anticipated return engagement of Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, which will run from November 7, 2023-January 7, 2024. Learn more about the show here!

Photos: First Look At the World Premiere Of THE DEFEAT OF JESSE JAMES At History Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 1, 2023

Get a first look at photos of THE DEFEAT OF JESSE JAMES At History Theatre.

Review: THE DEFEAT OF JESSE JAMES at History Theatre
by Joe Sarafolean - Apr 30, 2023

What did our critic think of THE DEFEAT OF JESSE JAMES at History Theatre?

THE DEFEAT OF JESSE JAMES to be Presented at History Theatre This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 31, 2023

History Theatre will present the world premiere of The Defeat of Jesse James book by Jeffrey Hatcher and music and lyrics by Chan Poling.

Artistry Presents SHREK THE MUSICAL Resident Music Director Anita Ruth's Final Production
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 24, 2022

Artistry completes its 2021-2022 season with its production of SHREK THE MUSICAL, based on the Oscar-Winning, DreamWorks animated film. Directed by local theater artist Angela Timberman, SHREK THE MUSICAL is summer fun and a celebration for the whole family - running July 15 - August 14, 2022. 

BWW Review: RUNESTONE! A ROCK MUSICAL at History Theatre
by Jared Fessler - May 27, 2022

'1898. Swedish immigrant Olaf Ohman digs up a rock on his property near Kensington, MN with 'a story on carved runes' that tells that the Vikings were the first Europeans to set foot in Minnesota. He is praised for his discovery but soon controversy erupts and his life is turned upside down with claims of 'Fake! Fraud! Liar!' Step back in time and enjoy the ride with this whimsical rock 'n roll musical. Rock on!!'

Original Cast Recording Of GLENSHEEN is Now Available
by Stephi Wild - Jan 18, 2019

"GLENSHEEN ORIGINAL CAST RECORDING" CD and Digital Download now available at www.glensheenthemusical.com - and all your favorite streaming outlets (iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, etc.).

BWW Review: Heightened Silliness Meets Speculative History: LORD GORDON GORDON at History Theatre
by Karen Bovard - May 16, 2018

The History Theatre is having fun this month, with a world premiere by the popular writing duo known as 'Hatchling': Jeffrey Hatcher (book) and Chan Poling (music and lyrics). LORD GORDON GORDON is a romp of a musical in the tradition of con man stories like THE MUSIC MAN. It's based on little known true events in Minnesota and New York in the 1870s-events that eventually led to the fleecing of a bunch of investors (including the wealthy robber baron Jay Gould) and a Minnesota militia marching on Canada.

Photo Flash: Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Returns to the Ordway for the Holidays
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2017

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts presents one of the best-loved musicals of all time, Annie, directed by the Twin Cities' own Austene Van. Full of holiday spirit and family fun, this new Ordway Original production will be on stage December 7-31.

Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Will Return to the Ordway for the Holidays
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2017

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts presents one of the best-loved musicals of all time, Annie, directed by the Twin Cities' own Austene Van. Full of holiday spirit and family fun, this new Ordway Original production will be on stage December 7-31.

Broadway Veteran Michele Ragusa Stars as 'Miss Hannigan' in ANNIE, Opening Tonight at the Ordway
by BWW News Desk - Dec 7, 2017

Following a critically acclaimed performance as Mama Rose in Gypsy at the John W. Engeman Theatre in New York this past month, Michele Ragusa comes to the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts to play Miss Hannigan in Annie.

Broadway Veteran Michele Ragusa To Star As Miss Hannigan In Ordway's ANNIE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2017

Following a critically acclaimed performance as Mama Rose in Gypsy at the John W. Engeman Theatre in New York this past month, Michele Ragusa comes to the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts to play Miss Hannigan in Annie. Ms. Ragusa is best known for her Broadway performances in A Class Act, Titanic, Ragtime and taking over for Megan Mullally in Young Frankenstein. She has also performed with some of the top Symphonies in the country including: Detroit Symphony, Oklahoma City Symphony, Indianapolis Symphony, Phoenix Symphony and The Kennedy Center Holiday Pops with Marvin Hamlisch.

Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Will Return to the Ordway for the Holidays
by BWW News Desk - Nov 2, 2017

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts presents one of the best-loved musicals of all time, Annie, directed by the Twin Cities' own Austene Van. Full of holiday spirit and family fun, this new Ordway Original production will be on stage December 7-31.

Theatre Pro Rata Stages HENRY V and 44 PLAYS FOR 44 PRESIDENTS
by BWW News Desk - Nov 5, 2016

On Friday, November 5, Theatre Pro Rata will open Henry V by William Shakespeare and a special three performance remount of 44 Plays for 44 Presidents by Andy Bayiates et al. (Nov. 6-8) at the brand new Nimbus Theatre in Minneapolis.

Theatre Pro Rata Stages HENRY V and 44 PLAYS FOR 44 PRESIDENTS
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 14, 2016

On Friday, November 5, Theatre Pro Rata will open Henry V by William Shakespeare and a special three performance remount of 44 Plays for 44 Presidents by Andy Bayiates et al. (Nov. 6-8) at the brand new Nimbus Theatre in Minneapolis.

BWW Interview: 6 Questions & a Plug with A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS' Chan Poling
by Kristen Hirsch Montag - May 18, 2016

Not often are we treated to a brand new musical theatre piece created by three local legends and acted by a dream cast of eight popular local performers. A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS is a rare treat on all counts. We get to hear directly from the creator and composer, Chan Poling, in this 6 Questions & a Plug.

World Premiere of A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS Begins Tonight at Illusion Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 7, 2016

In the newest work by the creators of the smash hit Glensheen, Chan Poling's rocking rhythms, Jeffrey Hatcher's wicked wit and Bill Corbett's zany imagination come together to create a headlong ride filled with silliness, surprises and good feeling fun. A NIGHT IN OLYMPUS, a fresh musical comedy and tale of transformation, opens tonight, May 7 at 8 p.m. at the Illusion Theater, located on the eighth floor of The Cowles Center for Dance & the Performing Arts, 528 Hennepin Ave. in downtown Minneapolis.