Twin Cities Theater Bloggers

10/16/2026

SWEET REVENGE by Mni Giizhik Theatre Ensemble and Exposed Brick Theatre at Red Eye Theater through October 17, 2026. Exposed Brick Theatre: Sweet Revenge is a true crime comedy. The play centers on Maggie, a middle-age Native woman working to make ends meet with her two grandchildren in their inner city apartment. Living alongside them is Granny Josephine, who is tormented by memories of growing up in an American Indian boarding school. Meanwhile, a serial killer is targeting ice cream truck drivers in the neighborhood bringing John, the homicide detective, into Maggie’s life. See our Twin Cities Theater Bloggers' reviews below!

TICKETS: https://exposedbricktheatre.com/upcoming

Cherry and Spoon: https://bit.ly/4eoeUfl
"Sweet Revenge is a comedy and a murder mystery, but also deals with some serious and important topics. What better way to celebrate Indigenous People than to go see a new play by Native artists, telling Native stories."

10/15/2026

INTO THE BURROW: A PETER RABBIT TALE at Mixed Blood Theatre Company through October 18, 2026. From Mixed Blood Theatre Company: As the neighborly forest animals gather in the rabbit’s den – under Mr. McGregor’s Garden – for a surprise party for Peter Rabbit, the animals soon realize Mr. McGregor has terrible plans for the land around Peter’s burrow.

Featuring beloved characters from the classic Beatrix Potter tales and a variety of original songs, this new musical encourages us to find strength in community and to stand up for what is right.

TICKETS: https://mixedblood.com/product/into-the-burrow/

The Stages of MN: https://bit.ly/TSOMNPeterRabbit
"Into the Burrow: A Peter Rabbit Tale Will Delight Younger Audiences Without Boring the Parents."

Cherry and Spoon: https://bit.ly/cs_burrow
"It's told in a way that appeals to children, but this adult found it very moving as well. ...just go yourself and experience this sweet feel-good musical with a fantastic, mostly local cast."

Ernest Goes to the Theatre: https://bit.ly/4hH3G7Y
"This show had it all. A fun story, songs, dancing, tap dancing and fun costumes for the animal characters."

10/14/2026

PINOCCHIO at Children's Theatre Company through October 18, 2026. From Children's Theatre Company: Using only the tools of their trade, five theatre painters inventively stage a spontaneous retelling of Pinocchio’s quest to become a “real boy.” In this music-filled play, Pinocchio discovers empathy and accountability—the qualities that truly bring a person to life. See our Twin Cities Theater Bloggers' reviews below!

TICKETS: https://childrenstheatre.org/

The Stages of MN: https://bit.ly/TSOMNPinocchio
"Pinocchio is great fun for the whole family; ignore the 5- to 10-year-old suggestion, it’s for everyone."

Lettered in Theatre: https://bit.ly/LIT_CTC_Pinocchio
"A Unique and Delightful Take on a Classic Tale."

Ernest Goes to the Theatre: https://bit.ly/4y5UC1r
"Pinocchio is fun for all ages. Pinocchio is the most fun you will have on stage."

Photo Credit: The Children’s Theatre Company production of Pinocchio. Photographed by Glen Stubbe for Children’s Theatre Company.

10/12/2026

MURDER ON THE NILE by Frosted Glass Creative on the Stillwater Riverboats through October 24, 2026. From Frosted Glass Creative: Kay Ridgeway has led a charmed life. Blessed with beauty, enormous wealth, and a new husband, she embarks on a honeymoon voyage down the Nile. Fatal circumstances await when the idyllic surroundings are shattered by a shocking and brutal murder. Under scrutiny is a multitude of memorable passengers, all with a reason to kill. The tension and claustrophobia builds, as a shocking and audacious conspiracy is laid bare. See the Twin Cities Theater Bloggers' reviews below!

TICKETS: https://frostedglasscreative.com/murder-on-the-nile

Cherry and Spoon: https://bit.ly/cs_nile
"It would be a fun murder mystery play in any location, but the site-specific setting makes it even better."

Ernest Goes to the Theatre: https://bit.ly/4eiA4eT
"This is a very unique experience for a play. It’s an experience that is not to be missed!"

10/08/2026

THE HIRED MAN by pro Theatre Pro Rata at the The Crane Theater through October 10, 2026. From Theatre Pro Rata: A magical realism epic set in the modern American West, “The Hired Man” follows Matty, a restless cattlewoman who takes a job on a family ranch in rural Wyoming. As she settles into the rhythms of ranch life, the stability of the family she joins collides with her life of itinerant working, hard living, and harder choices. See our Twin Cities Theater Bloggers' reviews below!

TICKETS: https://tix.gobo.show/events/event/S2XkiVf3tnOfT6jZSiTE

The Stages of MN: https://bit.ly/TSOMNTheHiredMan
"The Hired Man is not what you expect it to be; it’s better!"

Cherry and Spoon: https://bit.ly/4iX5rPp
"It's gorgeously designed to evoke that Western feel, well directed and acted, and cleverly scripted."



Photo by Alex Wohlhueter: Bee Davis, Jessica Winingham, and Phi Hamens Nelson.

10/06/2026

10/05/2026

Good Monday morning! The busiest month of the season is October, and it's chock full of great shows this year. So go see some! Here's what's new this week:

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts: touring production of Mystic Pizza On Stage , 10/6/2026 - 10/11/2026
https://ordway.org/events/mystic-pizza/

Interact Center for Visual and Performing Arts: BOXES, INC., 10/6/2026 -10/24/2026
https://interactcenterarts.org/calendar/boxes-inc/

Hennepin Arts: touring production of CLUE at the Orpheum Theatre, 10/9/2026 - 10/11/2026
https://hennepinarts.org/events/clue-2026

Exposed Brick Theatre and Mni Giizhik Theatre Ensemble: SWEET REVENGE at Red Eye Theater, 10/9/2026 - 10/17/2026
https://exposedbricktheatre.com/upcoming

Yellow Tree Theatre: THE TAMING, 10/9/2026 - 11/1/2026
https://yellowtreetheatre.com/the-taming

Theatre 55: YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN at Gremlin Theatre, 10/9/2026 - 10/25/2026
https://theatre55.org/current-show/

History Theatre: RAW STAGES FESTIVAL (readings of new works), 10/10/2026 - 10/11/2026
https://www.historytheatre.com/raw-stages-new-works-festival-2/

Nightfire Theatre: DRACULA: A FEMINIST REVENGE FANTASY at THE HISTORIC MOUNDS THEATRE, 10/10/2026 - 10/31/2026
https://www.nightfiretheatre.com/dracula

Guthrie Theater: KUNENE AND THE KING, 10/10/2026 - 11/8/2026
https://www.guthrietheater.org/whats-on/kunene-and-the-king/

10/05/2026

WAITING FOR GODOT at the Guthrie Theater through October 11, 2026. From Guthrie Theater: A profound exploration of humanity. Beneath a lonely tree on a country road, two companions wait for the mysterious Godot. As time moves along, Vladimir and Estragon fill their day circling the largest of questions: Why are we here? What are we here for? Who are we to be? See the Twin Cities Theater Bloggers' reviews below!

TICKETS: https://www.guthrietheater.org/whats-on/waiting-for-godot/

The Stages of MN: https://bit.ly/TSOMNWaitingForGodot
"Waiting for Godot is very funny. Who knew?"

Friends and Neighbors: https://bit.ly/4gVyilO
"Thankfully, due to the strong directorial hand of Joseph Haj and lively performances of David Strathairn, Jimmy Kieffer, Will Sturdivant, and Jim Lichtscheidl, the Guthrie’s production makes the classic tragicomedy not just entertaining but also accessible – this is one of the funniest plays about despair you’re likely to see."

Ernest Goes to the Theatre: https://bit.ly/3SYIMrx
"While Waiting for Godot is a great piece of 20th Century literature, the Guthrie Theater’s production is profound, thought provoking, fun and insightful. It is one of the best performances you will ever see live on stage."

Cherry and Spoon: https://bit.ly/cs_godot
"As discussed in the post-show talkback I was fortunate to attend, who or what Godot represents is not the point. But watching it this time around, I had the idea that maybe Godot is death. And like Syrio says to Arya, "There is only one god, and His name is Death. And there is only one thing we say to Death: 'not today'." So Didi and Gogo will come back tomorrow, waiting for Godot. And what will they do in the waiting? Talk, laugh, play games, argue, eat, help a stranger. And wait."

Play off the Page: https://bit.ly/3TwFxHP
"Waiting for Godot is a fascinating show where not much happens, and what does happen will happen over and over again. It’s thought-provoking and entertaining, and I can see why it’s talked about so much."

Tracy Sees Stuff: https://bit.ly/4xTOgSO
"Guthrie Theater’s 2026-2027 season starts off strong with Waiting for Godot. If you are like me and unfamiliar with this play, you will be surprised how a minimalist show can become so stunning and evocative."



Photo by Dan Norman: Jimmy Kieffer, Jim Lichtscheidl, Will Sturdivant and David Strathairn.

10/01/2026

HEAD OVER HEELS by Minneapolis Musical Theatre at LUSH Lounge & Theater through October 10, 2026. From Minneapolis Musical Theatre: MMT returns to LUSH Lounge & Theater this fall with HEAD OVER HEELS– a bold, glittering, and gloriously irreverent celebration of love, set to the electrifying music of the iconic 1980s all-female rock band the Go-Go’s. See our Twin Cities Theater Bloggers' reviews below!

TICKETS: https://www.aboutmmt.org/2026-27/

The Stages of MN: https://bit.ly/TSOMNHeadOverHeals
"Head Over Heals from Minneapolis Musical Theatre has the beat at LUSH, so much fun you’ll think you’re on vacation."

Cherry and Spoon: https://bit.ly/cs_heels
"Head Over Heels is a super fun show, and another great choice by MMT for their brand of rare musicals, well done, fully leaning into the tone of the show."

Life in Revue: https://bit.ly/4hQUUUM
"Minneapolis Musical Theatre has done it again. If you are ever interested in seeing rare musicals, or rarely done musicals well done - they are the company for you."



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