Minneapolis Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations

Interview: Talia Suskauer on PARADE at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - January 02, 2025

The first national tour of Parade will be making a stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis from January 21 to 26, 2025. We had the opportunity to chat with Talia Suskauer, who plays Lucille Frank, about this production and his excitement about coming to Minnesota....

Review: THE HEART SELLERS at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - December 29, 2024

What did our critic think of THE HEART SELLERS at Guthrie Theater?...

Review: THE LITTLE MERMAID at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
by Jared Fessler - December 13, 2024

The Ordway Center's production of The Little Mermaid is a dazzling spectacle that brings the beloved Disney classic to life with vibrant energy, breathtaking visuals, and heartfelt performances. Directed by a skilled team of creatives, this musical adaptation transcends the nostalgia of the 1989 ani...

Review: THE JINKX & DELA HOLIDAY SHOW at Pantages
by Jared Fessler - December 12, 2024

The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show made a highly anticipated tour stop at the Pantages Theatre in Minneapolis, Minnesota, delivering a spectacular holiday experience. Starring the inimitable Jinkx Monsoon and BenDeLaCreme, this show marks the duo's seventh year of spreading festive cheer together....

Review: BOOK OF MORMON at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - December 11, 2024

The Book of Mormon tour makes its highly anticipated stop at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis from December 10 to December 15, 2024, offering audiences a week of uproarious laughter, toe-tapping music, and unforgettable performances. This award-winning musical, created by Trey Parker, Matt Stone (...

Review: RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Theater Latté Da
by Joe Sarafolean - December 07, 2024

What did our critic think of RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA at Theater Latté Da?...

Review: CYNDI LAUPER: GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN TOUR at Target Center Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - December 05, 2024

Cyndi Lauper brought her signature energy and vibrant personality to Minneapolis' Target Center on December 4, 2024, in an unforgettable concert that had fans dancing, singing, and savoring every note of her incredible career. The evening was filled with her iconic hits, heartfelt storytelling, and ...

Review: LES MISÉRABLES U.S. NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - November 21, 2024

The national tour of Les Misérables has arrived at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, and it’s nothing short of spectacular. This timeless story of hope, love, and redemption is brought to life with a phenomenal cast and incredible production elements....

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - November 17, 2024

What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Guthrie Theater?...

Review: DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - November 16, 2024

What did our critic think of DR. SEUSS' HOW THE GRINCH STOLE CHRISTMAS at Children's Theatre Company?...

Review: ROMEO & JULIET at MN Opera
by Joe Sarafolean - November 04, 2024

What did our critic think of ROMEO & JULIET at MN Opera?...

Review: THE ALLY at Mixed Blood Theater
by Jared Fessler - November 01, 2024

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Review: THE SILVER FOX: A FAMILY OPERA IN ONE ACT at The Landmark Center
by Jared Fessler - November 01, 2024

The Silver Fox is based on the enchanting bayou legend of a young girl who transforms into a silver fox to harness her magical powers. With music by Libby Larsen that beautifully weaves Cajun folk tunes into a lyrical, lilting fable, this opera captivates audiences of all ages....

Review: STEVIE WONDER - SING YOUR SONG! at Target Center Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - October 28, 2024

The legendary singer, songwriter, musician, and producer Stevie Wonder made a memorable stop at the Target Center in Minneapolis during his 2024 tour. Known for his incredible versatility across R&B, pop, soul, gospel, funk, and jazz, Wonder showcased his musical prowess while also demonstrating his...

Review: REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL at Lush Lounge & Theater
by Jared Fessler - October 26, 2024

What did our critic think of REEFER MADNESS THE MUSICAL at Lush Lounge & Theater?...

Review: BROOMSTICK at Open Eye Theatre
by Jared Fessler - October 26, 2024

What did our critic think of BROOMSTICK at Open Eye Theatre?...

Review: RENT at Artistry Theater And Visual Arts
by Joe Sarafolean - October 25, 2024

While the autumn days turn chillier, the heat is being cranked to 100 within the theater walls of Artistry Theater and Visual Arts where an electrifying new production of RENT is currently lighting up the main stage....

Review: ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE: HOW SHAKESPEARE INVENTED THE VILLAIN at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - October 18, 2024

What did our critic think of ALL THE DEVILS ARE HERE: HOW SHAKESPEARE INVENTED THE VILLAIN at Guthrie Theater? Read the review. ...

Review: DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERROR at Nocturnal Giraffe Theatre
by Jared Fessler - October 17, 2024

Nocturnal Giraffe Theatre presents Dracula: A Comedy of Terror, running now through November 2, 2024. Written by Gordon Greenberg and Steve Rosen and directed by Joy Donley, this comedy is perfect for the spooky season!...

Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - October 17, 2024

The national tour of Some Like It Hot is currently captivating audiences at the Orpheum Theatre in Minneapolis, running until October 20, 2024. Based on the beloved 1959 film, this production follows two musicians who flee Chicago after witnessing a mob hit. To escape the gangsters on their tail, th...

Review: DRAWING LESSONS at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - October 13, 2024

What did our critic think of DRAWING LESSONS at Children's Theatre Company? ...

Review: AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Ordway
by Jared Fessler - October 09, 2024

What did our critic think of AIN'T TOO PROUD – THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts? ...

Review: THE REUNION at Trademark Theater
by Jared Fessler - September 29, 2024

What did our critic think of THE REUNION at Trademark Theater?...

Review: SCOTLAND, PA at Theater Latté Da
by Joe Sarafolean - September 28, 2024

What did our critic think of SCOTLAND, PA at Theater Latté Da?...

Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - September 22, 2024

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