Orthogonal Productions

05/12/2026

We are looking forward to seeing you there!

I am proud to share our newest animal messenger candle, the loon messenger! Connecting to the traditional energies of the loon but also embracing the newer symbolism of a messenger of perseverance and resistance, I’m so glad we will have this to offer at the Solstice Bazaar for Orthogonal Productions Midsummer Nights Dream in June! Acting as a messenger between the physical world and the unseen, the loon often represents dreams, peace, and emotional tranquility. Its haunting, otherworldly call is believed to communicate messages from the subconscious, reminding people to look inward for guidance, trust their intuition, and pursue their deepest desires.

05/02/2026

So we've been teasing you about our next show, and one of our veteran actors who you've seen in two of our productions of "The Rocky Horror Show" is coming back in our upcoming production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream."

Mitchel is a great actor but what you may not know is he's also an incredible person. Always positive, happy and ready with a hug and to spread genuine joy to everyone who gets to be in the room with him.

Sadly, Mitchel has been having to deal with some issues with his best friend and bonafide goodest boy, Gus. Gus recently had a bout with cancer, had one of his legs amputated as a result and is going through some treatments to keep him healthy.

We here at Orthogonal don't just believe in producing and supporting quality theatre but producing and supporting quality people as well. Please consider donating a couple of bucks (or a lot of bucks if the mood takes you) to a good man, and his good boy.

Thank you!

Hello my name is Mitch and I am creating this GoFundMe for my dog Gus. Gus had… Mitchel Vosejpka needs your support for Help Gus Beat Cancer with 3 Feet!

04/28/2026

We told you to keep your solstice free!

04/23/2026

Clear your Summer Solstice... Something awesome is coming.

02/14/2026

“There was a cabaret, and there was a Master-of-Ceremonies and there was a city called Berlin in a country called Germany. It was the end of the world…and I was dancing with Sally Bowles and we were both asleep…”

It’s closing night for CABARET at The Southern Theater. Your last chance to see this incredible show.

02/13/2026

Brandon R. Caviness: Artistic Director

Brandon is the founder of Orthogonal Productions and serves the company as the Artistic Director. He has directed all five of Orthogonal's feature musicals including three performances of "The Rocky Horror Show" and both productions of "Cabaret." His other credits include: “Ancient Aliens” (Writer and Director, Smartmouth Comedy Co), “Romeo and Juliet,” “A Midsummer Night's Dream,” (Glowing Ember), “Big Fish” (Assistant Director, Morris Park Players), “Improvidence” (MN Fringe) and several others. He has a passion for theatre and comes with an extensive background of on stage work in the Twin Cities theatre community. In recent years he's transitioned off the stage to focus on direction and building shows, discovering he has more of a passion for the creation of the show than the performing of it. "It's a pleasure to make discoveries as a character. Find special moments, hidden intentions, surprising connections that maybe haven't been explored yet. But creating a space where people feel safe and helping them to make those discoveries for themselves is priceless. I can never properly repay the value of the trust my team, crew and cast give to me and my visions for different productions and all they do to make my 'Dream the Impossible Dream World' become a reality."

02/12/2026

A mark, a yen, a buck or a pound.

Tonight is Pay What You Can for general admission at the door for CABARET at The Southern Theater.

See you tonight!

02/12/2026

Jenny Morris Eisenbraun: Choreographer

Jenny Morris Eisenbraun is an award winning choreographer, known for her unique approach, and historical and vintage detail, recently named one of American Theatre's "People to Watch". This is her fifth show with Orthogonal Productions to date. Other credits include Annie, The Rocky Horror Show, Triassic Parq, Addams Family, Damn Yankees, among many others. She also teaches ballroom dance, and sings vintage jazz.

Her everlasting love and gratitude to her mother for setting her on this crazy path, her husband for cheering her on (and building the stage!), the glorious cast who brings her vision to life, and her eternal friend, director Brandon R. Caviness.

Thank you for joining us in the small act of resistance. Art is powerful.

02/11/2026

Devin Dolquist: Music Director

Devin (he/him) is a transgender singer, voice educator, and multi-instrumentalist. After many years studying bassoon, Devin began HRT and experienced a dramatic voice change that led him to earn master's degrees in speech-language pathology as well as vocal performance with focuses in gender-affirming voice work. He co-founded the Changing Voice Collective and now teaches voice lessons in addition to singing, playing instruments, and music directing for productions across the Twin Cities, most recently Annie Jr. with Graceful Monsters Educational Theater Company, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 with Theater Elision, and Songs from an Unmade Bed at The Hive Collaborative Theater.

02/10/2026

Meine Damen und Herren,
Mesdames et Messieurs,
Ladies and Gentlemen!

Wednesday and Thursday's performances of CABARET are "Pay What You Can" General Admission at the door.

You (of course) run the risk of tickets being unavailable if you don't buy in advance, but we would be remiss if anyone couldn't make it to the show because the ticket cost was too high and want to make the show as accessible as we can.

Lobby opens at 6:30pm.

02/10/2026

Court Symons is excited to return for their third show as stage manager for Orthogonal Productions. Previously, they stage-managed the initial production of *Cabaret* and the recent remount of *Rocky Horror*. Holding an Associate of Fine Arts in Theater Production and Design from Normandale Community College, Court also serves as an event supervisor at the Ames Center in Burnsville.

In addition to their theatrical work, Court is a mortgage document reviewer, demonstrating their meticulous nature and keen attention to detail in every aspect of their career. As a proud member of various 12-step fellowships, Court values the power of community and personal growth, drawing inspiration from shared journeys.

Outside the theater, Court enjoys reading and crafting, and cherishes quality time with friends and beloved pets. They would like to extend heartfelt thanks to their friends and family for their unwavering support this year, as well as to their dog, Lady, for being such a dedicated rehearsal partner, and to their cat, Artemis, for patiently tolerating Court's extended absences from home.