Performances for this month
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(does not include auditions or special events – see This Week’s Events below or the calendar page for full listing)
by Neil Simon
Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. The story follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to re-unite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the two old men have not spoken in twelve years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
by Neil Simon
Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. The story follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to re-unite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the two old men have not spoken in twelve years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye.
“This Is Me” – An Inclusive Cabaret Celebration
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, movement, storytelling, and celebration at “This Is Me”, an inclusive cabaret experience showcasing the incredible talents of Northern Starz performers and community artists.
Featuring:
Northern Starz Penguin Players performing selections from Footloose
Starz in Harmony Show Choirs
Brave Voices Spoken Word
Show Dates:
Saturday, June 6th at 7pm
Sunday, June 7th at 2pm
Location:
White Bear Lake High School
This joyful night of entertainment celebrates creativity, self-expression, and the power of belonging. From high-energy musical numbers to inspiring spoken word performances, every act shines a spotlight on the unique voices and talents within our community. Come celebrate inclusion, courage, and the joy of being exactly who you are. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or joining us for the first time, “This Is Me” promises an uplifting and heartwarming experience for all ages.
by Neil Simon
Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. The story follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to re-unite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the two old men have not spoken in twelve years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
“This Is Me” – An Inclusive Cabaret Celebration
Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, movement, storytelling, and celebration at “This Is Me”, an inclusive cabaret experience showcasing the incredible talents of Northern Starz performers and community artists.
Featuring:
Northern Starz Penguin Players performing selections from Footloose
Starz in Harmony Show Choirs
Brave Voices Spoken Word
Show Dates:
Saturday, June 6th at 7pm
Sunday, June 7th at 2pm
Location:
White Bear Lake High School
This joyful night of entertainment celebrates creativity, self-expression, and the power of belonging. From high-energy musical numbers to inspiring spoken word performances, every act shines a spotlight on the unique voices and talents within our community. Come celebrate inclusion, courage, and the joy of being exactly who you are. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or joining us for the first time, “This Is Me” promises an uplifting and heartwarming experience for all ages.
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
Summer youth performance camp. Over 35 children performing each week!
Hey, what’s cookin’? Join Hungry Hank, Famished Fanny, Ravenous Randi, Picky Pete and more wacky characters in this upbeat and tasty musical all about their insatiable appetites! We are fortunate to live in a land of plenty, and as we celebrate food in wonderfully wacky ways with songs like “The Fast Food Tango,” “Chicken Pot Pie,” “My Banana Split” and “Pizza,” we are also reminded to be “Thankful” for the bounty we regularly enjoy. Designed for performers in upper elementary and middle school, this 40-minute musical features six original songs with connecting script and speaking parts adaptable to casts of 20 or more. The Teacher Edition is filled with quality performance material including piano/vocal song arrangements and choreography, script, and helpful production guide. For added value, the ready-to-use student books include songs and script, and will enhance the musical experience for your young aspiring actors/singers!
Summer youth performance camp. Over 35 children performing each week!
Hey, what’s cookin’? Join Hungry Hank, Famished Fanny, Ravenous Randi, Picky Pete and more wacky characters in this upbeat and tasty musical all about their insatiable appetites! We are fortunate to live in a land of plenty, and as we celebrate food in wonderfully wacky ways with songs like “The Fast Food Tango,” “Chicken Pot Pie,” “My Banana Split” and “Pizza,” we are also reminded to be “Thankful” for the bounty we regularly enjoy. Designed for performers in upper elementary and middle school, this 40-minute musical features six original songs with connecting script and speaking parts adaptable to casts of 20 or more. The Teacher Edition is filled with quality performance material including piano/vocal song arrangements and choreography, script, and helpful production guide. For added value, the ready-to-use student books include songs and script, and will enhance the musical experience for your young aspiring actors/singers!
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
by Neil Simon
Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. The story follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to re-unite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the two old men have not spoken in twelve years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
SHREK Kids Camp
In addition to our annual main stage musical, we are excited to partner with the City of Maple Grove in hosting a special kids camp where over the course of a week, participants will create their very own performance of SHREK.
Performance:
Town Green Amphitheater in Maple Grove
– Friday evening, June 12 @ 7:00 pm
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
by Neil Simon
Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. The story follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to re-unite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the two old men have not spoken in twelve years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye.
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
Appleseed Community Theatre is taking on a 24 Hour Musical… and this year’s show is The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee!
So what is a 24 hour musical? It’s exactly what it sounds like—our cast is given the entire show just 24 hours before curtain! That means learning music, choreography, lines, and blocking all in ONE day, then performing it live the very next night. It’s fast-paced, a little chaotic, and a whole lot of fun!
An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.
Performance date:
June 13 @ 7:00 pm
by Neil Simon
Al and Willie as “Lewis and Clark” were top-billed vaudevillians for over forty years. Now they aren’t even speaking. When CBS requests them for a “History of Comedy” retrospective, a grudging reunion brings the two back together, along with a flood of memories, miseries, and laughs. The story follows the attempt by a young theatrical agent to re-unite his elderly uncle, a former vaudevillian great, with his long-time stage partner for a TV reunion. Despite their celebrated reputation, the two old men have not spoken in twelve years. Besides remastering their sketch, the two men have numerous issues to work out before they are ready to return to the public eye.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
Summer youth performance camp. Over 35 children performing each week!
Hey, what’s cookin’? Join Hungry Hank, Famished Fanny, Ravenous Randi, Picky Pete and more wacky characters in this upbeat and tasty musical all about their insatiable appetites! We are fortunate to live in a land of plenty, and as we celebrate food in wonderfully wacky ways with songs like “The Fast Food Tango,” “Chicken Pot Pie,” “My Banana Split” and “Pizza,” we are also reminded to be “Thankful” for the bounty we regularly enjoy. Designed for performers in upper elementary and middle school, this 40-minute musical features six original songs with connecting script and speaking parts adaptable to casts of 20 or more. The Teacher Edition is filled with quality performance material including piano/vocal song arrangements and choreography, script, and helpful production guide. For added value, the ready-to-use student books include songs and script, and will enhance the musical experience for your young aspiring actors/singers!
Summer youth performance camp. Over 35 children performing each week!
Hey, what’s cookin’? Join Hungry Hank, Famished Fanny, Ravenous Randi, Picky Pete and more wacky characters in this upbeat and tasty musical all about their insatiable appetites! We are fortunate to live in a land of plenty, and as we celebrate food in wonderfully wacky ways with songs like “The Fast Food Tango,” “Chicken Pot Pie,” “My Banana Split” and “Pizza,” we are also reminded to be “Thankful” for the bounty we regularly enjoy. Designed for performers in upper elementary and middle school, this 40-minute musical features six original songs with connecting script and speaking parts adaptable to casts of 20 or more. The Teacher Edition is filled with quality performance material including piano/vocal song arrangements and choreography, script, and helpful production guide. For added value, the ready-to-use student books include songs and script, and will enhance the musical experience for your young aspiring actors/singers!
Lamplighter Community Theatre’s annual summer youth theatre camp, Lamp Camp 2026 will be held June 8 through June 18.
8-12 year olds will be 8:00 – 12:00
13-18 year olds will be 12:30 – 4:30
A free public performance will be June 18 at 6:00 pm
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
Book by L. Frank Baum
Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg.
Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard, orchestration by Larry Wilcox.
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand. and his name is Shrek.
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
2026 Summer Stock
Shrek Kids
Age: Students entering grades 3-6
Showcase: Friday, June 19, 3:00pm (subject to change)
Showcase performance highlighting a hilarious week-long adventure with everyone’s favorite ogre and all his misfit friends. This daytime camp will challenge students’ vocal, acting, and dance abilities as they fight to save Princess Fiona, while learning the importance of true acceptance. Students will conquer the challenge of learning Shrek Kids the Musical during the week. There will be a performance for families on Friday afternoon to showcase their learning.
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
June 19-21 & 25-28
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
A Classic Comedy by Noël Coward
Directed by Dann Peterson
June 19 to July 12, 2026
In this sparkling supernatural comedy, novelist Charles Condomine invites a medium to conduct a séance—but instead of inspiration, he accidentally conjures his late (and mischievous) first wife, Elvira. As Elvira wreaks ghostly havoc on Charles and his current marriage, things go from strange to absolutely otherworldly.
Book by L. Frank Baum
Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg.
Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard, orchestration by Larry Wilcox.
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
The Grand Marais Playhouse will hold a summer theater camp June 8-18 Monday – Friday, 9am – 5 PM with public performances on June 20 & 21 at 1 PM at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts in Grand Marais.
Youth ages 8-14 are encouraged to participate in the creating of Olympus, The Greek Rock Musical. The cost of the summer camp is $400. There are scholarships available.
This camp is an ensemble activity. All participants will learn to sing, dance create scenery and costumes.
The camp director will be Sue Hennessy.
About the Musical
OLYMPUS is a laugh-out-loud rock musical where ancient myths meet modern mischief! The Greek gods, tired of their immortal routines, spark a competition to meddle with mortals and prove who’s the greatest greek god of all time. When a group of modern-day cousins set off on a hike to “Olympus Overlook,” they have no idea they’re about to be tested by ancient deities. With catchy songs, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs, Olympus is a mythic adventure about family, connection, and discovering that the real view from the top is the one you share together
In the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s only musical written directly for the screen is now a stage musical that’s had critics raving from coast to coast. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons, while their children Margy and Wayne find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the magical strains of an Academy Award-winning score and augmented by other titles from the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook, State Fair is the kind of warm-hearted family entertainment only Rodgers & Hammerstein could deliver!
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
June 19-21 & 25-28
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
A Classic Comedy by Noël Coward
Directed by Dann Peterson
June 19 to July 12, 2026
In this sparkling supernatural comedy, novelist Charles Condomine invites a medium to conduct a séance—but instead of inspiration, he accidentally conjures his late (and mischievous) first wife, Elvira. As Elvira wreaks ghostly havoc on Charles and his current marriage, things go from strange to absolutely otherworldly.
Book by L. Frank Baum
Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg.
Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard, orchestration by Larry Wilcox.
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand. and his name is Shrek.
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
The Grand Marais Playhouse will hold a summer theater camp June 8-18 Monday – Friday, 9am – 5 PM with public performances on June 20 & 21 at 1 PM at the Arrowhead Center for the Arts in Grand Marais.
Youth ages 8-14 are encouraged to participate in the creating of Olympus, The Greek Rock Musical. The cost of the summer camp is $400. There are scholarships available.
This camp is an ensemble activity. All participants will learn to sing, dance create scenery and costumes.
The camp director will be Sue Hennessy.
About the Musical
OLYMPUS is a laugh-out-loud rock musical where ancient myths meet modern mischief! The Greek gods, tired of their immortal routines, spark a competition to meddle with mortals and prove who’s the greatest greek god of all time. When a group of modern-day cousins set off on a hike to “Olympus Overlook,” they have no idea they’re about to be tested by ancient deities. With catchy songs, heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs, Olympus is a mythic adventure about family, connection, and discovering that the real view from the top is the one you share together
A Classic Comedy by Noël Coward
Directed by Dann Peterson
June 19 to July 12, 2026
In this sparkling supernatural comedy, novelist Charles Condomine invites a medium to conduct a séance—but instead of inspiration, he accidentally conjures his late (and mischievous) first wife, Elvira. As Elvira wreaks ghostly havoc on Charles and his current marriage, things go from strange to absolutely otherworldly.
Book by L. Frank Baum
Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg.
Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard, orchestration by Larry Wilcox.
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The timeless enchantment of a magical fairy tale is reborn with the Rodgers & Hammerstein hallmarks of originality, charm and elegance. Originally presented on television in 1957 starring Julie Andrews, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella was the most widely viewed program in the history of the medium. Its recreation in 1965 starring Lesley Ann Warren was no less successful in transporting a new generation to the miraculous kingdom of dreams-come-true, and so was a second remake in 1997, which starred Brandy as Cinderella and Whitney Houston as her Fairy Godmother.
Performances June 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
June 19-21 & 25-28
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s only musical written directly for the screen is now a stage musical that’s had critics raving from coast to coast. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons, while their children Margy and Wayne find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the magical strains of an Academy Award-winning score and augmented by other titles from the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook, State Fair is the kind of warm-hearted family entertainment only Rodgers & Hammerstein could deliver!
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand. and his name is Shrek.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s only musical written directly for the screen is now a stage musical that’s had critics raving from coast to coast. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons, while their children Margy and Wayne find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the magical strains of an Academy Award-winning score and augmented by other titles from the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook, State Fair is the kind of warm-hearted family entertainment only Rodgers & Hammerstein could deliver!
Open Arts Minnesota’s New Offshoot Theatre to present public performance on Monday, June 22nd.
Offshoot Theatre, Open Arts Minnesota’s new theatre experience for actors in Aktion Club Theatre provide participants the opportunity to learn and develop theatre skills. Requested by several actors, Offshoot Theatre brings in community members who specialize in theatre to share experiences and techniques in improvisation, memorization of dialogue, auditioning and more.
Using the tools that they learn, the group practices and weaves this wisdom into the show that Aktion Club Theatre will present in July, The Mystical Cats of the Monroe. A public performance on Monday, June 22nd from 7-8 PM at Emy Frentz in Mankato and will showcase techniques that have been learned during the Offshoot Theatre season.
The event is free and open to the public. ASL will be provided.
Always… Patsy Cline is a heartfelt celebration of the legendary country songstress. From the moment Texas housewife Louise Seger first heard Patsy Cline’s voice, she was hooked. After quickly becoming Cline’s biggest fan, Louise was able to meet her idol before a show one surprising evening in Houston. That night sparked a deep friendship between the two women which continued through the years, writing letters to each other as Cline’s fame skyrocketed. Years after Cline’s tragic death, Louise reminisces on their friendship and her love for the singer. Based on a true story, the musical features all of Patsy Cline’s greatest hits and a heartfelt, down home good time.
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand. and his name is Shrek.
Always… Patsy Cline is a heartfelt celebration of the legendary country songstress. From the moment Texas housewife Louise Seger first heard Patsy Cline’s voice, she was hooked. After quickly becoming Cline’s biggest fan, Louise was able to meet her idol before a show one surprising evening in Houston. That night sparked a deep friendship between the two women which continued through the years, writing letters to each other as Cline’s fame skyrocketed. Years after Cline’s tragic death, Louise reminisces on their friendship and her love for the singer. Based on a true story, the musical features all of Patsy Cline’s greatest hits and a heartfelt, down home good time.
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
June 19-21 & 25-28
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s only musical written directly for the screen is now a stage musical that’s had critics raving from coast to coast. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons, while their children Margy and Wayne find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the magical strains of an Academy Award-winning score and augmented by other titles from the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook, State Fair is the kind of warm-hearted family entertainment only Rodgers & Hammerstein could deliver!
Fridley Community Theatre Presents: High School Musical Theatre Summer Intensive Experience “Dear Evan Hansen”
Seventeen-year-old Evan Hansen has felt invisible his entire life. But when a tragedy shocks his community and thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, Evan is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else. As his web of well-intentioned lies begins to unravel, though, Evan is forced to confront the fact that the price of belonging may be far steeper
than he bargained for.
Performance dates: June 25, 26 & 27 @ 7:00 pm
Into the Woods is a musical that intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The main characters are taken from Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, Cinderella, and several others, all woven into this upside-down fairytale for adults. The musical is tied together by a story involving a childless baker and his wife and their quest to begin a family. They interact with a witch who has placed a curse on them and encounter other storybook characters during their journey.
Performance:
June 25, 26 & 27 @ 7:00 pm
June 28 @ 2:00 pm
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand. and his name is Shrek.
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
2026 Summer Stock
Showcase performance
Disney’s Frozen Kids
Age: Students entering grades 4-8
Showcase: Friday, June 26, 3:00pm (subject to change)
Showcase performance highlighting this heartwarming stage adaptation based on the well known movie, Frozen. Students will study and stage the Musical Frozen Kids throughout the week with a final performance that will definitely melt your heart. There will be a showcase for families at the end of the week. There will also be an optional opportunity for some students to perform at the Ramsey Art Fair on Saturday, July 18th.
In June, we have Theater Camp for children, ages 7 to 15, a summer experience that goes far beyond the ordinary. In partnership with New Ulm Park and Recreation, two youth theater camps are opening the curtain to imagination. The first is a two-week immersive musical theater camp, where participants collaborate to bring Disney’s The Aristocats for Kids to life. From the first rehearsal to the final bow, campers will learn what it truly means to be part of an ensemble.
The second camp is a one-week camp centered around an original play, “I Am Wanda Gág,” written by yours truly. This production introduces campers to the legacy of one of New Ulm’s most cherished artists and storytellers. This camp also includes a series of short puppet shows featuring beloved local characters like Gertie the Goose and Herbie the Hedgehog. It’s an experience that culminates in a live performance for family and friends. Join us for this free production on Friday, June 26th at 5 pm. Both camps encourage English language learners and campers on the spectrum to attend.
Always… Patsy Cline is a heartfelt celebration of the legendary country songstress. From the moment Texas housewife Louise Seger first heard Patsy Cline’s voice, she was hooked. After quickly becoming Cline’s biggest fan, Louise was able to meet her idol before a show one surprising evening in Houston. That night sparked a deep friendship between the two women which continued through the years, writing letters to each other as Cline’s fame skyrocketed. Years after Cline’s tragic death, Louise reminisces on their friendship and her love for the singer. Based on a true story, the musical features all of Patsy Cline’s greatest hits and a heartfelt, down home good time.
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
June 19-21 & 25-28
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s only musical written directly for the screen is now a stage musical that’s had critics raving from coast to coast. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons, while their children Margy and Wayne find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the magical strains of an Academy Award-winning score and augmented by other titles from the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook, State Fair is the kind of warm-hearted family entertainment only Rodgers & Hammerstein could deliver!
Fridley Community Theatre Presents: High School Musical Theatre Summer Intensive Experience “Dear Evan Hansen”
Seventeen-year-old Evan Hansen has felt invisible his entire life. But when a tragedy shocks his community and thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, Evan is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else. As his web of well-intentioned lies begins to unravel, though, Evan is forced to confront the fact that the price of belonging may be far steeper
than he bargained for.
Performance dates: June 25, 26 & 27 @ 7:00 pm
Into the Woods is a musical that intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The main characters are taken from Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, Cinderella, and several others, all woven into this upside-down fairytale for adults. The musical is tied together by a story involving a childless baker and his wife and their quest to begin a family. They interact with a witch who has placed a curse on them and encounter other storybook characters during their journey.
Performance:
June 25, 26 & 27 @ 7:00 pm
June 28 @ 2:00 pm
A Classic Comedy by Noël Coward
Directed by Dann Peterson
June 19 to July 12, 2026
In this sparkling supernatural comedy, novelist Charles Condomine invites a medium to conduct a séance—but instead of inspiration, he accidentally conjures his late (and mischievous) first wife, Elvira. As Elvira wreaks ghostly havoc on Charles and his current marriage, things go from strange to absolutely otherworldly.
Book by L. Frank Baum
Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg.
Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard, orchestration by Larry Wilcox.
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand. and his name is Shrek.
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
Always… Patsy Cline is a heartfelt celebration of the legendary country songstress. From the moment Texas housewife Louise Seger first heard Patsy Cline’s voice, she was hooked. After quickly becoming Cline’s biggest fan, Louise was able to meet her idol before a show one surprising evening in Houston. That night sparked a deep friendship between the two women which continued through the years, writing letters to each other as Cline’s fame skyrocketed. Years after Cline’s tragic death, Louise reminisces on their friendship and her love for the singer. Based on a true story, the musical features all of Patsy Cline’s greatest hits and a heartfelt, down home good time.
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
Set in the 1590s, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as “The Bard.” When a local soothsayer foretells that the future of theatre involves singing, dancing and acting at the same time, Nick and Nigel set out to write the world’s very first musical. But amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom Brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self, and all that jazz.
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s only musical written directly for the screen is now a stage musical that’s had critics raving from coast to coast. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons, while their children Margy and Wayne find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the magical strains of an Academy Award-winning score and augmented by other titles from the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook, State Fair is the kind of warm-hearted family entertainment only Rodgers & Hammerstein could deliver!
Always… Patsy Cline is a heartfelt celebration of the legendary country songstress. From the moment Texas housewife Louise Seger first heard Patsy Cline’s voice, she was hooked. After quickly becoming Cline’s biggest fan, Louise was able to meet her idol before a show one surprising evening in Houston. That night sparked a deep friendship between the two women which continued through the years, writing letters to each other as Cline’s fame skyrocketed. Years after Cline’s tragic death, Louise reminisces on their friendship and her love for the singer. Based on a true story, the musical features all of Patsy Cline’s greatest hits and a heartfelt, down home good time.
June 19-21 & 25-28
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
Fridley Community Theatre Presents: High School Musical Theatre Summer Intensive Experience “Dear Evan Hansen”
Seventeen-year-old Evan Hansen has felt invisible his entire life. But when a tragedy shocks his community and thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, Evan is given the opportunity of a lifetime: the chance to be somebody else. As his web of well-intentioned lies begins to unravel, though, Evan is forced to confront the fact that the price of belonging may be far steeper
than he bargained for.
Performance dates: June 25, 26 & 27 @ 7:00 pm
Into the Woods is a musical that intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The main characters are taken from Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, Cinderella, and several others, all woven into this upside-down fairytale for adults. The musical is tied together by a story involving a childless baker and his wife and their quest to begin a family. They interact with a witch who has placed a curse on them and encounter other storybook characters during their journey.
Performance:
June 25, 26 & 27 @ 7:00 pm
June 28 @ 2:00 pm
A Classic Comedy by Noël Coward
Directed by Dann Peterson
June 19 to July 12, 2026
In this sparkling supernatural comedy, novelist Charles Condomine invites a medium to conduct a séance—but instead of inspiration, he accidentally conjures his late (and mischievous) first wife, Elvira. As Elvira wreaks ghostly havoc on Charles and his current marriage, things go from strange to absolutely otherworldly.
Book by L. Frank Baum
Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg.
Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard, orchestration by Larry Wilcox.
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek..” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand. and his name is Shrek.
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
A Classic Comedy by Noël Coward
Directed by Dann Peterson
June 19 to July 12, 2026
In this sparkling supernatural comedy, novelist Charles Condomine invites a medium to conduct a séance—but instead of inspiration, he accidentally conjures his late (and mischievous) first wife, Elvira. As Elvira wreaks ghostly havoc on Charles and his current marriage, things go from strange to absolutely otherworldly.
Book by L. Frank Baum
Music and lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg.
Background music by Herbert Stothart.
Dance and vocal arrangements by Peter Howard, orchestration by Larry Wilcox.
Adapted by John Kane for the Royal Shakespeare Company. Based upon the classic motion picture owned by Turner Entertainment Co. and distributed in all media by Warner Bros.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
From the bustling streets of Edwardian London to the glittering ballrooms of high society, My Fair Lady enchants with its unforgettable characters, dazzling costumes, and one of the most beloved scores in musical theatre history. Follow the spirited journey of Eliza Doolittle, a Cockney flower seller with a fierce will and a voice ready to bloom. When the pompous professor Henry Higgins wagers he can transform her into a proper lady, neither expects the transformation that unfolds. Featuring iconic songs like “Wouldn’t It Be Loverly?”, “I Could Have Danced All Night,” and “The Rain in Spain.”
June 19-21 & 25-28
Told entirely through song with the help of a main character Narrator, the musical follows preferred son Joseph. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he ingratiates himself with Egyptian noble Potiphar, but ends up in jail after refusing the amorous advances of Potiphar’s wife. While imprisoned, Joseph discovers his ability to interpret dreams, and he soon finds himself in front of the mighty but troubled, Elvis-inspired, Pharaoh. Joseph’s solution to Egypt’s famine elevates him to Pharaoh’s right-hand man and reunites him with his family.
Book by David Klickman (local playwright)
directed by Nan Strauss
By L. Frank Baum
With Music and Lyrics by Harold Arlen and E. Y. Harburg
Background Music by Herbert Stothart
Directed by Brenna Jones
JUNE 18-21 & JUNE 25-28, 2026
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. The timeless tale, in which young Dorothy Gale travels from Kansas over the rainbow to the magical Land of Oz, continues to thrill audiences worldwide.
The MGM film The Wizard of Oz, based on L. Frank Baum’s 1900 novel, premiered Grauman’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on August 15, 1939. This stage adaptation, presented by the Royal Shakespeare Company, premiered at the Barbican Centre in London on December 17, 1987. The production starred Imelda Staunton as Dorothy and featured Bille Brown as the Wicked Witch of the West, Paul Greenwood as the Scarecrow and John Bowe as the Tin Man. Imelda Staunton’s husband, Jim Carter (of Downton Abbey fame) played the Cowardly Lion.
Our local production of THE WIZARD OF OZ is directed by Brenna Jones, and musically led by Katrina Hart.
Auditions will be held in April 2026 at the Pipestone Performing Arts Center. Rehearsals will begin in late April or early May, with an anticipated Monday through Thursday evening (and occasional Sunday afternoon) rehearsal schedule. We need men, women and children to round out the cast. This is the perfect show for the entire family to be involved.
THE WIZARD OF OZ will take the Pipestone Performing Arts Center stage on June 18-21, 2026 and June 25-28, 2026. Thursday through Saturday evening shows start at 7:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m.
The Pipestone Performing Arts Center is located at 104 Main Street East (Pipestone). Guests can park in the freelots surrounding the theatre, in the First Farmers & Merchants Bank parking lot or the City Parking lot behind the Historic Calumet Inn Hotel. The Box Office is located in the lobby of the PPAC; this is where guests can check in, use the restrooms and be guided to their seats before enjoying the performance.
Tickets are $18.00 for adults, and $15.00 for students. Tickets can be purchased by visiting the PPAC website at www.pipestoneperformingartscenter.com, or by calling the Box Office at 507-825-2020 or 877-722-2787 (Tuesday through Friday, 12p-4p).
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s only musical written directly for the screen is now a stage musical that’s had critics raving from coast to coast. Set against the colorful backdrop of an American heartland tradition, State Fair travels with the Frake family as they leave behind the routine of the farm for three days of adventure at the annual Iowa State Fair. Mom and Pop have their hearts set on blue ribbons, while their children Margy and Wayne find romance and heartbreak on the midway. Set to the magical strains of an Academy Award-winning score and augmented by other titles from the Rodgers & Hammerstein songbook, State Fair is the kind of warm-hearted family entertainment only Rodgers & Hammerstein could deliver!
Into the Woods is a musical that intertwines the plots of several Brothers Grimm fairy tales, exploring the consequences of the characters’ wishes and quests. The main characters are taken from Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel, Cinderella, and several others, all woven into this upside-down fairytale for adults. The musical is tied together by a story involving a childless baker and his wife and their quest to begin a family. They interact with a witch who has placed a curse on them and encounter other storybook characters during their journey.
Performance:
June 25, 26 & 27 @ 7:00 pm
June 28 @ 2:00 pm
Promptly at 4:00 pm, the fun begins. Led by proprietor John Grimm, a troupe of performers gathers on stage to join in a lively theme song during which members are introduced. For the next two hours, guests enjoy a diverse mix of music and entertainment ranging from popular standards to concert hall classics; from goofy comedy and colorful costumes to inspirational gospel and harmonic collaborations.
Performance dates for 2026 (all on Sundays):
April 26
June 28
August 30
October 25
December 06
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