Performances for this month
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Directed by Madeline Sarasio Meyer
Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Arthur Vance sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for… the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.Performances: April 10-28
Poor Mr. Banks! His jacket is too tight, he can’t get a cocktail, and he’s footing the bill…. He’s the father of the bride. Stanley Banks is just your ordinary suburban dad. He’s the kind of guy who believes that weddings are simple affairs in which two people get married. But when Daddy’s little girl announces her engagement, Mr. Banks feels like his life has been turned upside down.
Book by Paul Slade Smith
Directed by Madeline Sarasio Meyer
Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Arthur Vance sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for… the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.
Performances: April 10-28
Our 2026 spring production: CYRANO DE BERGERAC, the classic swash-buckling romantic comedy!! Show dates are April 17-18, 24-25-26, and May 1-2.
“Cyrano” tells the story of a brilliant but self-conscious poet and swordsman, Cyrano, who is in love with his cousin Roxane. He is too insecure about his large nose to confess his love. Instead, he helps the handsome but inarticulate Christian woo Roxane by writing love letters for him. Roxane falls for the words, unaware they are Cyrano’s. Ultimately, Cyrano sacrifices his own happiness for Roxane’s, the play explores themes of love, self-sacrifice, inner vs. outer beauty, and the power of language.
The United We Stand Players of New Ulm will present “Boxes” an original play about harmful words and discrimination but also about the power of people coming together to create positive change in their communities.
The plays is scheduled for Friday, April 24th at 7:00 PM and Saturday, April 25th at 2:00 PM at the New Ulm Community Center. More details will follow in the months ahead.
The classic fairy tale The Princess and the Pea gets a hilarious twist in this raucous and romantic musical comedy! Queen Aggravain has decreed that no one in the kingdom may marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, finds a bride—but every princess is subjected to the Queen’s outrageously impossible tests. Just when hope seems lost, along comes Winnifred the Woebegone, a bold and unpolished princess from the swamp, who just might be up to the challenge. Packed with catchy tunes, laugh-out-loud moments, and a cast of colorful characters, Once Upon a Mattress is a charming musical adventure for the whole family.
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 Neil simon
Poor Mr. Banks! His jacket is too tight, he can’t get a cocktail, and he’s footing the bill…. He’s the father of the bride. Stanley Banks is just your ordinary suburban dad. He’s the kind of guy who believes that weddings are simple affairs in which two people get married. But when Daddy’s little girl announces her engagement, Mr. Banks feels like his life has been turned upside down.
The United We Stand Players of New Ulm will present “Boxes” an original play about harmful words and discrimination but also about the power of people coming together to create positive change in their communities.
The plays is scheduled for Friday, April 24th at 7:00 PM and Saturday, April 25th at 2:00 PM at the New Ulm Community Center. More details will follow in the months ahead.
Book by Paul Slade Smith
Directed by Madeline Sarasio Meyer
Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Arthur Vance sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for… the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.
Performances: April 10-28
Our 2026 spring production: CYRANO DE BERGERAC, the classic swash-buckling romantic comedy!! Show dates are April 17-18, 24-25-26, and May 1-2.
“Cyrano” tells the story of a brilliant but self-conscious poet and swordsman, Cyrano, who is in love with his cousin Roxane. He is too insecure about his large nose to confess his love. Instead, he helps the handsome but inarticulate Christian woo Roxane by writing love letters for him. Roxane falls for the words, unaware they are Cyrano’s. Ultimately, Cyrano sacrifices his own happiness for Roxane’s, the play explores themes of love, self-sacrifice, inner vs. outer beauty, and the power of language.
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 Neil simon
Poor Mr. Banks! His jacket is too tight, he can’t get a cocktail, and he’s footing the bill…. He’s the father of the bride. Stanley Banks is just your ordinary suburban dad. He’s the kind of guy who believes that weddings are simple affairs in which two people get married. But when Daddy’s little girl announces her engagement, Mr. Banks feels like his life has been turned upside down.
The classic fairy tale The Princess and the Pea gets a hilarious twist in this raucous and romantic musical comedy! Queen Aggravain has decreed that no one in the kingdom may marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, finds a bride—but every princess is subjected to the Queen’s outrageously impossible tests. Just when hope seems lost, along comes Winnifred the Woebegone, a bold and unpolished princess from the swamp, who just might be up to the challenge. Packed with catchy tunes, laugh-out-loud moments, and a cast of colorful characters, Once Upon a Mattress is a charming musical adventure for the whole family.
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 Neil simon
Poor Mr. Banks! His jacket is too tight, he can’t get a cocktail, and he’s footing the bill…. He’s the father of the bride. Stanley Banks is just your ordinary suburban dad. He’s the kind of guy who believes that weddings are simple affairs in which two people get married. But when Daddy’s little girl announces her engagement, Mr. Banks feels like his life has been turned upside down.
The classic fairy tale The Princess and the Pea gets a hilarious twist in this raucous and romantic musical comedy! Queen Aggravain has decreed that no one in the kingdom may marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, finds a bride—but every princess is subjected to the Queen’s outrageously impossible tests. Just when hope seems lost, along comes Winnifred the Woebegone, a bold and unpolished princess from the swamp, who just might be up to the challenge. Packed with catchy tunes, laugh-out-loud moments, and a cast of colorful characters, Once Upon a Mattress is a charming musical adventure for the whole family.
Book by Paul Slade Smith
Directed by Madeline Sarasio Meyer
Ned Newley doesn’t even want to be governor. He’s terrified of public speaking; his poll numbers are impressively bad. To his ever-supportive Chief of Staff, Ned seems destined to fail. But political consultant Arthur Vance sees things differently: Ned might be the worst candidate to ever run for office. Unless the public is looking for… the worst candidate to ever run for office. A timely and hilarious comedy that skewers politics and celebrates democracy.
Performances: April 10-28
Our 2026 spring production: CYRANO DE BERGERAC, the classic swash-buckling romantic comedy!! Show dates are April 17-18, 24-25-26, and May 1-2.
“Cyrano” tells the story of a brilliant but self-conscious poet and swordsman, Cyrano, who is in love with his cousin Roxane. He is too insecure about his large nose to confess his love. Instead, he helps the handsome but inarticulate Christian woo Roxane by writing love letters for him. Roxane falls for the words, unaware they are Cyrano’s. Ultimately, Cyrano sacrifices his own happiness for Roxane’s, the play explores themes of love, self-sacrifice, inner vs. outer beauty, and the power of language.
Poor Mr. Banks! His jacket is too tight, he can’t get a cocktail, and he’s footing the bill…. He’s the father of the bride. Stanley Banks is just your ordinary suburban dad. He’s the kind of guy who believes that weddings are simple affairs in which two people get married. But when Daddy’s little girl announces her engagement, Mr. Banks feels like his life has been turned upside down.
Seeking fame and fortune, Frank Abagnale, Jr., runs away from home to begin an unforgettable adventure. With nothing more than his boyish charm, a big imagination and millions of dollars in forged checks, Frank successfully poses as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer – living the high life and winning the girl of his dreams. When Frank’s lies catch the attention of FBI agent, Carl Hanratty, though, Carl pursues Frank across the country to make him pay for his crimes.
Based on the hit film and the incredible true story, Catch Me If You Can is the high-flying musical comedy about chasing your dreams and not getting caught. Nominated for four Tony awards, including Best Musical, this delightfully entertaining show was created by a Tony Award-winning “dream team,” with a book by Terrence McNally (The Full Monty, Ragtime) and a swinging score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman (Hairspray).
Grades 3-6 production
This magical story explores the world of Giants who live above the clouds. Ever since they left Earth a long time ago, the Giants have made a life up above, where their job is to keep the sky beautiful. They polish the stars, poke the clouds to let it rain, and paint the sunsets. But there is one curious Giant who wonders what life is like on Earth, so she steals a key to the locked-up “beanstalk” and embarks on an adventure down below!
by Molière • Directed by Gary Davis
In this gender-blind production of Molière’s classic satire, Argan, a hypochondriac, schemes to marry their child to a doctor to get free healthcare. Known for its sharp wit and humor, we believe this play is very timely, even though it was written more than 350 years ago.
Performances: April 30 – May 3 and May 7–10, 2026
Poor Mr. Banks! His jacket is too tight, he can’t get a cocktail, and he’s footing the bill…. He’s the father of the bride. Stanley Banks is just your ordinary suburban dad. He’s the kind of guy who believes that weddings are simple affairs in which two people get married. But when Daddy’s little girl announces her engagement, Mr. Banks feels like his life has been turned upside down.
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MACT operates on a two year cycle. In even numbered years we put on FAST*Fest, a non-adjudicated festival of 20-minute plays. In odd numbered years we produce MACT*Fest, which is an adjudicated festival of 60-minute plays which is part of the AACTFest cycle. Along with the performances at our festivals there are workshops and networking events.
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