Minneapolis Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 2

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

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Review: 1992: MISTAKES WERE MADE! at The Parkway Theater
by Jared Fessler - September 19, 2024

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Review: MOONWATCHERS at Open Eye Theatre
by Jared Fessler - September 17, 2024

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Review: ZIP ZAP CIRCUS: MOYA at Children's Theatre Company
by Joe Sarafolean - September 16, 2024

The Children’s Theatre Company has broken their mold of presenting scripted plays and musicals to offer Zip Zap Circus their main stage to present a new type of production to their audience. Enter the mesmerizing world of MOYA....

Review: BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL - 1ST NATIONAL TOUR at Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - September 11, 2024

Back to the Future: The Musical first national tour made a stop in Minneapolis at the Orpheum Theatre, running until September 22, 2024. This musical is based on the classic 80s film where Marty McFly is transported back to the 1950s by the eccentric scientist, Doc Brown....

Review: THE MAGIC HOUR TOUR - Jhené AIKO at Target Center
by Jared Fessler - August 21, 2024

Last night, the Target Center was transformed into a haven of soulful melodies and introspective vibes as Jhené Aiko’s The Magic Hour Tour made its Minneapolis stop. With an impressive lineup of openers, including Umi, Kiana Ledé, Tink, and Coi Leray, the evening promised a diverse range of R&B, sou...

Review: ICE SPICE: Y2K! WORLD TOUR at The Fillmore Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - August 15, 2024

Ice Spice delivered an electric performance at The Fillmore in Minneapolis on August 14, 2024. From the moment she stepped on stage with her backup dancers, the atmosphere was charged with anticipation, and she did not disappoint. The stage featured a striking backdrop and a large inflatable, adding...

Review: EMILY KRISTEN MORRIS CONCERT AND MUSICAL THEATRE MASTERCLASS at The Journey On Stage
by Jared Fessler - August 15, 2024

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Review: THE GREENHOUSE at The Southern Theater
by Jared Fessler - August 08, 2024

The Greenhouse, created by KT Schearer and presented by Eye of Jupiter Theatre, is currently playing at the Minnesota Fringe Festival 2024 at The Southern Theater. The story revolves around a pregnant newcomer who arrives at a cult-like group that makes the ultimate sacrifice to protect their garden...

Review: ONCE UPON A PINE: THE ADVENTURES OF PINOCCHIO at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - August 08, 2024

Once Upon A Pine: The Adventures of Pinocchio, presented by Sugar Throw Theatre and directed by Kolie Shaw, is currently playing at the Minnesota Fringe Festival 2024 at the Theater in the Round. This production tells the tale of one of the most beloved puppets, Pinocchio, who is carved from an ench...

Review: THEY STILL MAKE FILM FOR THAT? at Strike Theater
by Jared Fessler - August 05, 2024

They Still Make Film For That? By Dark Roast Arts, created by Kevin Ealain, is playing at the Minnesota Fringe Festival 2024 at Strike Theater on select dates now through August 11, 2024....

Review: BEANIE BABY DIVORCE PLAY at Open Eye Theatre
by Jared Fessler - August 05, 2024

Beanie Baby Divorce Play By Melancholics Anonymous, created by Rachel Ropella and Timothy Kelly, is playing at the Minnesota Fringe Festival 2024 at the Open Eye Theater, now through August 11, 2024....

Review: DREAM OF ME at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - August 04, 2024

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Review: THE PETER PAN COMETH at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - August 04, 2024

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Review: BARRY MANILOW THE LAST SAINT PAUL CONCERT at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - August 03, 2024

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Review: DIVINE/GYPSY at Barbara Barker Center For Dance
by Jared Fessler - August 02, 2024

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Review: MAE WEST'S THE DRAG at Theatre In The Round
by Jared Fessler - August 02, 2024

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Review: TRANSITION: A STORY OF TWO TRANS PEOPLE BECOMING THEMSELVES at Mixed Blood Theatre
by Jared Fessler - August 02, 2024

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Review: DISNEY'S NEWSIES at Artistry Theater and Visual Arts
by Joe Sarafolean - July 29, 2024

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Review: BLAKE PROEHL at Fine Line Minneapolis
by Jared Fessler - July 26, 2024

Blake Proehl, a former NFL player and Minnesota Vikings wide receiver, experienced an unfortunate injury during his rookie season that put his football career on hold. During his recovery, Blake discovered a new passion and talent: singing and music. He shared a surprise video of himself singing wit...

Review: NEWSIES at Artistry Theater And Visual Arts
by Jared Fessler - July 24, 2024

Disney's Newsies is now playing at the Artistry Theater and Visual Arts through August 11, 2024. Based on a true story set in New York City at the turn of the 20th century, Newsies follows the journey of newsboys led by Jack Kelly as they strike against unjust working conditions....

Review: ENGLISH at Guthrie Theater
by Joe Sarafolean - July 20, 2024

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Review: SIX at Ordway Center For The Performing Arts
by Jared Fessler - July 18, 2024

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Review: HEART & SOUL TOUR 2024 CHICAGO | EARTH, WIND, & FIRE at Xcel Energy Center
by Jared Fessler - July 14, 2024

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Review: TRIPLE ESPRESSO at Plymouth Playhouse
by Jared Fessler - July 13, 2024

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