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Ask the locals…
CELEBRATE THE STAGE!
Shakopee might not be the first city that comes
to mind when planning a theatre-filled vacation
— but it truly should be. In fact, after New York
City, the Twin Cities have the most theatre seats
per capita in the country. Between the talented
local companies, the traveling national tours,
and the stunning venues in the Minneapolis
& Saint Paul metro area, you can experience
Broadway right here in Minnesota!
1 River Valley Theatre Company |
Shakopee
Shakopee’s own local theatre company
is one of the top venues in the region.
Recent productions include classics such
as Dracula, Curtains, and the Wizard of Oz.
They also feature productions designed for
kids to explore the arts.
2 Guthrie Theater | Minneapolis
The famous Guthrie Theater offers plays,
concerts, education, and professional
training. They incorporate newer works
and contemporary concerts alongside
more classical pieces.
3 State, Orpheum, Pantages, New
Century Theatres | Minneapolis
With four venues in Downtown, the
Hennepin Theatre Trust’s season features
multiple touring Broadway shows, as
well as everything from concerts and
comedians, to podcasts and magic shows.
See
page 52 for contact information
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4 Children’s Theatre Company |
Minneapolis
The Children’s Theatre Company features
musicals, plays, and other events
specifically for children and families.
5
Ames Center | Burnsville
This beautiful venue plays host to
incredible shows including dance, theatre,
music, comedy, magic, and more.
6 Chanhassen Dinner Theatres |
Chanhassen
Combine dinner and a show at the largest
dinner theatre in the United States! Enjoy
comedy shows, concerts, and musicals.
7
Old Log Theatre | Excelsior
This venue features contemporary
comedies and dramas as well as the Cast
& Cru Restaurant, serving fresh modern
American cuisine that feature seasonal
ingredients grown in their on-site gardens
and meticulously selected wines.
RENAISSANCE
FESTIVAL
Join in the magic at the 48th
Minnesota Renaissance Festival!
The festival runs August 18 through
September 30, 2018, and is open
weekends; Labor Day and Festival
Friday, September 28, 2018 from 9 a.m.
– 7 p.m., rain or shine. Festival patrons
can enjoy 16 stages of live entertain-
ment, 250 artisan vendors, 7 themed
weekends, mermaids, fire breathers,
royalty, full combat jousting and food
fit for a king!