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"Spring Awakening" took Broadway by storm when it debuted, winning eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Punctuated by an electrifying and hauntingly beautiful rock score co-written by "Barely Br... [more+]

"Spring Awakening" took Broadway by storm when it debuted, winning eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Punctuated by an electrifying and hauntingly beautiful rock score co-written by "Barely Breathing" pop mastermind Duncan Sheik, "Spring Awakening" follows a group of teenagers as they navigate the confusing and often troubled waters of adolescence and their budding sexuality. Based on an expressionist play that caused a scandal in 1891 Germany, this bold, touching musical at Eden Prairie's Performing Institute of Minnesota captures the timeless and turbulent experience of transitioning from youth to adulthood. The characters in this Main Street School of Performing Arts production grapple with issues like teen suicide, pregnancy and identity -- tough topics that remain as relevant as ever. [less-]

In a time when facts are flimsy and rivals are formed on social media every day, it's up to the "Guardians of the Fallacy" to bring laughter to the world. Featuring Brave New Workshop cast members Lau... [more+]

In a time when facts are flimsy and rivals are formed on social media every day, it's up to the "Guardians of the Fallacy" to bring laughter to the world. Featuring Brave New Workshop cast members Lauren Anderson, Denzel Belin, Ryan Nelson, Tom Reed and more, the Guardians are coming with non-stop entertainment that promises to weaponize your funny bone. Don't miss this super night of comedy from these caped crusaders! [less-]

Laughter and charm are in full effect at the Joke Joint, where chandeliers and an ornate balcony create elegant old-time atmosphere. The comedians, however, are as relevant as it gets, a heady stew of... [more+]

Laughter and charm are in full effect at the Joke Joint, where chandeliers and an ornate balcony create elegant old-time atmosphere. The comedians, however, are as relevant as it gets, a heady stew of nationally touring headliners and local stand-up stalwarts. A full bar doles out martinis, margaritas and other concoctions, and features a beer list that ranges from domestics to hopped-up microbrews. And the menu of chicken tenders, fried ravioli and other pub-grub fare will ensure that the relentless belly laughs do not exhaust you. Pop on into the Joke Joint in Saint Paul, and feel your spirits lift. [less-]

Buried treasure, pirates, swashbuckling adventure on the high seas -- "Treasure Island" has it all. Now Robert Louis Stevenson's beloved childhood favorite swings onto the stage with even more excitem... [more+]

Buried treasure, pirates, swashbuckling adventure on the high seas -- "Treasure Island" has it all. Now Robert Louis Stevenson's beloved childhood favorite swings onto the stage with even more excitement in this new musical adaptation. At the center of this grand tale is young Jim Hawkins, a boy who longs for adventure -- and finds plenty of it when he sets sail with the infamous Long John Silver. Audiences of all ages have loved "Treasure Island" for over 100 years, and this fun take -- which clocks in at 65 minutes -- at the Sidekick Theatre performing at The Assembly at the Woman's Club of Minneapolis will remind the whole family why it's still the ultimate pirate adventure. [less-]

An affectionate tribute to the trials and tribulations of producing community theater, this fast-paced comedy goes behind the scenes of a play called "Murder Most Foul", which could turn out be a real... [more+]

An affectionate tribute to the trials and tribulations of producing community theater, this fast-paced comedy goes behind the scenes of a play called "Murder Most Foul", which could turn out be a real stinker if the company doesn't get their act together. From a haughty author who keeps re-writing the script to actors who keep missing their cues -- and an opening night where everything that can possibly go wrong, does -- "Play On!" provides plenty of backstage laughs. Catch all the fun at The Phipps Center for the Arts in Hudson. [less-]

"Awesome 80's Prom" is a blast-from-the-past party in the style of "Tony 'n Tina's Wedding" that invites you to join the senior class of Wanaget High School for prom night -- in 1989. Like a John Hugh... [more+]

"Awesome 80's Prom" is a blast-from-the-past party in the style of "Tony 'n Tina's Wedding" that invites you to join the senior class of Wanaget High School for prom night -- in 1989. Like a John Hughes movie come to life, this interactive theater event features a cast of instantly recognizable '80s teens, from the Captain of the Football Team and the Head Cheerleader to the Geek and the clueless Exchange Student. Their dresses are frilly, their ties are skinny, and everybody is dancing, flirting, fighting and jockeying to be voted Prom King and Queen. Strut your stuff in the breakdance circle or just hang back and watch the teen drama unfold when "Awesome 80's Prom" comes to the Cabaret Theater at CAMP Bar. [less-]

Sized up with Mary's own magical measuring tape, the Broadway adaptation of "Mary Poppins" would definitely be "Practically Perfect in Every Way." You and your family will be swept away by such favori... [more+]

Sized up with Mary's own magical measuring tape, the Broadway adaptation of "Mary Poppins" would definitely be "Practically Perfect in Every Way." You and your family will be swept away by such favorite tunes as "Spoonful of Sugar," "Chim Chim Cher-ee" and, of course, "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious," as young Jane and Michael learn valuable life lessons from their unconventional nanny and the lovable jack-of-all-trades Bert. Be sure not to miss the magic of "Mary Poppins", who teaches us that "anything can happen if you let it." Based on P.L. Travers' stories and the classic Disney film, this high-flying musical now lands at the Buffalo Community Theater. [less-]

Have you ever wondered what kind of things come out of the mouths of puppets -- what manner of unscripted "adult" quips may fly -- between takes on TV and film sets? Well, "Tipsy Kangaroo's Naughty Pu... [more+]

Have you ever wondered what kind of things come out of the mouths of puppets -- what manner of unscripted "adult" quips may fly -- between takes on TV and film sets? Well, "Tipsy Kangaroo's Naughty Puppet Revue" is here to answer just that burning question. A puppet-packed, improv-heavy show performed by professionally trained puppeteers, some of whom have worked with The Muppets and Disney, this evening of grown-up entertainment at the Brave New Workshop ETC Theatre in Minneapolis unfolds based on your suggestions, giving you a glimpse behind the scenes that promises to be unlike anything you've ever seen before. [less-]

Victor Hugo's epic tale of a deformed bell-ringer and the woman he loves makes its Minnesota premiere courtesy of Eagan HS Summer Community Theatre. With a sweeping score by Allen Menken (Disney's "Be... [more+]

Victor Hugo's epic tale of a deformed bell-ringer and the woman he loves makes its Minnesota premiere courtesy of Eagan HS Summer Community Theatre. With a sweeping score by Allen Menken (Disney's "Beauty and the Beast") and Steven Schwartz ("Wicked"), the stage adaptation is based on the 1996 Disney animated film version of the same name. It's a bit darker and moodier in tone, but still features that cinematic classic's thrilling Oscar-nominated tunes plus additional new songs. A beacon for the world's outcasts, this timeless tale of acceptance, performed by a talented cast of adults and students, is a summer must-see. [less-]

"Don't Dress for Dinner" is the hilarious and stylish sequel to the classic "Boeing Boeing". Ten years have passed and the roguish stars of "Boeing Boeing", Robert and Bernard, have "settled down." Bu... [more+]

"Don't Dress for Dinner" is the hilarious and stylish sequel to the classic "Boeing Boeing". Ten years have passed and the roguish stars of "Boeing Boeing", Robert and Bernard, have "settled down." But that doesn't stop the rush of sexy shenanigans, mix-ups and wild coincidences that keep this farce moving from curtain up. Bernard's plan for a rendezvous in the countryside with his mistress takes an unexpected turn when his wife decides to stay in town for a tryst of her own with Robert ... who had supplied Bernard with his alibi. With a cook named Suzette, a lover named Suzanne, a confused friend and a suspicious wife, you have all the ingredients for a truly scrumptious comedic soufflé. "The Guardian" called "Don't Dress for Dinner" "a near faultless piece of theatrical invention." Enjoy all the farcical fun at The Gremlin Theatre in Saint Paul. [less-]

"Legally Blonde: The Musical", the fabulously fun song-and-dance sensation, follows a sweet sorority sister named Elle, who's known for her all-pink wardrobe and her chihuahua Bruiser. But when she ha... [more+]

"Legally Blonde: The Musical", the fabulously fun song-and-dance sensation, follows a sweet sorority sister named Elle, who's known for her all-pink wardrobe and her chihuahua Bruiser. But when she hatches a plan to win back her Ivy League boyfriend, she surprises everybody by putting down her credit cards, picking up the books and setting out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. This unlikely academic not only ends up teaching the intellectual elite a thing or two, but she finds true love along the way. Nominated in 2007 for seven Tony Awards (including Best Book of a Musical and Best Original Score), the bright and bubbly "Legally Blonde: The Musical" is based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the subsequent hit movie starring Reese Witherspoon. Catch the latest production at the Loft Stage in Woodbury. [less-]

In the same vein as the hit TV show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" Jesters Comedy Improv features a hilarious troupe of off-the-cuff performers who'll do just about anything for a good laugh. This fast-pa... [more+]

In the same vein as the hit TV show "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" Jesters Comedy Improv features a hilarious troupe of off-the-cuff performers who'll do just about anything for a good laugh. This fast-paced, game-oriented comedy performance will keep you on your toes and in stitches as these grade-A comedians bounce from topic to topic with ease, with help from a variety of audience suggestions, of course. Full-service food and bar menus are available at Ol' Mexico Restaurante for your dining pleasure as well. [less-]

A favorite across the country, "The Dinner Detective" serves up a tasty whodunit along with a seated four-course dinner. And since this popular comic murder mystery is set in the present day, you'll n... [more+]

A favorite across the country, "The Dinner Detective" serves up a tasty whodunit along with a seated four-course dinner. And since this popular comic murder mystery is set in the present day, you'll never know whether someone at your table is one of the talented cast of improvisers. In fact, everyone's a suspect, including you. The event starts out with a reception featuring tray-passed hors d'oeuvres, followed by the meal, which includes salad, an entrée and dessert. Between courses you can expect plenty of murder, mayhem and hidden clues coming to light as you puzzle through the crime. Everyone gets a commemorative mug, and the top sleuth wins a prize package at the end of the evening -- not to mention serious bragging rights. For more information and a sample menu, please see the full event description. [less-]

Set on an 18th-century British Navy ship, "H. M. S. Pinafore" tells the musical tale of a gentlemanly captain who's arranged for his daughter to marry "high," while she has her own romantic sights set... [more+]

Set on an 18th-century British Navy ship, "H. M. S. Pinafore" tells the musical tale of a gentlemanly captain who's arranged for his daughter to marry "high," while she has her own romantic sights set "low." Mounds View Community Theatre brings Gilbert & Sullivan's classic musical to the stage as its 34th annual summer production. Using irresistible tunes and hilariously intricate lyrics, the comic operetta pokes fun at class and societal mores. Joe Chvala choreographs and directs this theater gem at Irondale Theater in New Brighton. [less-]

With more than 1,600 cans and over 450 bottle of beer consumed onstage, Sh*t-Faced Shakespeare has racked up impressive numbers. Ripping a page out of the ingeniously sloppy series "Drunk History", th... [more+]

With more than 1,600 cans and over 450 bottle of beer consumed onstage, Sh*t-Faced Shakespeare has racked up impressive numbers. Ripping a page out of the ingeniously sloppy series "Drunk History", the theater troupe behind Sh*t-Faced Shakespeare inserts an entirely inebriated cast member into an entirely serious production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream". Laugh-out-loud funny and completely interactive, the series has been selling out shows in the UK since 2010 and finally makes its way stateside. With audiences dictating when the drunk actor must drink more, no two performances are ever the same. And lest you think it disrespectful, it's all based on the good 'ol days of the raucous, interactive and vibrant Elizabethan theater scene. The most fun, bawdy Shakespeare play you'll ever see happens at Camp Bar in St. Paul. [less-]

The ninth season of "RuPaul's Drag Race" is a wrap and now's your chance to have a royal audience with the latest bevy of queens. Their "War on the Catwalk" tour has hit the road and they'll be stompi... [more+]

The ninth season of "RuPaul's Drag Race" is a wrap and now's your chance to have a royal audience with the latest bevy of queens. Their "War on the Catwalk" tour has hit the road and they'll be stomping the stage at the Pantages Theatre. The show is jam-packed with incredible performances, shining a spotlight on this season's bald, bold and brainy winner, Sasha Velour. You may have only seen her lip-sync once -- during the season finale -- but that fierce, fashion-forward performance surely left you yearning for more. Finalist Trinity Taylor hosts the show, serving on-point pageant realness. Contenders Shea Coulee, Farrah Moan, Alexis Michelle and Kimora Blac round out the bill for this Los Angeles stop. [less-]

Build up those biceps in the great outdoors as you take in the scenery on the lovely Lake Minnetonka from a single or double kayak or a paddleboard. This two-hour rental package also includes life jac... [more+]

Build up those biceps in the great outdoors as you take in the scenery on the lovely Lake Minnetonka from a single or double kayak or a paddleboard. This two-hour rental package also includes life jackets, paddles, a map of the area, plus safe and easy docking and undocking at the dedicated Tonka Trolley dock. If you work up an appetite, you'll find lots of refreshment choices on the lakeside, including Sebastian Joe's gourmet ice cream and award-winning Mackenthun's hot dogs. On those hot summer days, even the dog can cool down with Frosty Paws doggie ice cream. It's the perfect adult or family excursion for a sunny day out. [less-]

Wanna live the "Drumline" movie in real life? "March On!" is an extravaganza of drum corps, color guard and complex marching maneuvers that put you at the center of the action. Some of the nation's be... [more+]

Wanna live the "Drumline" movie in real life? "March On!" is an extravaganza of drum corps, color guard and complex marching maneuvers that put you at the center of the action. Some of the nation's best DCI Open Class corps, along with the Minnesota Brass and the Govenaires, come together to duke it out and impress the judges for the gold. You'll catch a variety of instruments, from trumpets to tubas to keyboard, as they meld with dancers, flags and rifles for a competition that inspires and delights. It all goes down at the Farmington High School near Minneapolis. [less-]

Minneapolis science hub The Bakken Museum hosts "Science of Brewing", an exploration and interaction with all things brewed. See what goes into making a malty beer or how hops flavor our favorite beve... [more+]

Minneapolis science hub The Bakken Museum hosts "Science of Brewing", an exploration and interaction with all things brewed. See what goes into making a malty beer or how hops flavor our favorite beverages with experts (and samples, of course) from local breweries including Bauhaus Brew Labs, Fair State Brewing Cooperative, Boom Island Brewing Company and Tin Whiskers Brewing Company. You can even go deep into unorthodox, non-alcoholic beverages, learning about kombucha, cold-brewed espresso with nitro, tangy and tasty switchel, and herb/bitters infusions in coffee drinks. You'll also enjoy live music by Elizabeth Ghandour and the Heighburners, as well as hot dogs and bratwurst available for purchase from France 44. [less-]

This latest installment of "CABARAVE" transforms the Lab Theater in Minneapolis into a functioning night club as well as a performing arts venue, filling the space with hypnotic ambience and a diversi... [more+]

This latest installment of "CABARAVE" transforms the Lab Theater in Minneapolis into a functioning night club as well as a performing arts venue, filling the space with hypnotic ambience and a diversity-filled distress call. "Love. Trumps. Hate." features performers of all creeds, colors and skill sets, as well as guest artists from all over Minneapolis, giving a platform to the marginalized members of our society. This immersive late-night extravaganza from Rathaus Productions and the "CABARAVE" crew is filled with performance art, spoken word, live music and, most importantly, love. [less-]