Half-Price tickets to Twin Cities concerts, shows

With plenty of crazy antics, loads of fresh laughs and spanking new original songs, "You Smell Barn" celebrates rural life in the 1950s. And, at the center of it all, are your favorite Church Basement... [more+]

With plenty of crazy antics, loads of fresh laughs and spanking new original songs, "You Smell Barn" celebrates rural life in the 1950s. And, at the center of it all, are your favorite Church Basement Ladies. In between picking eggs, milking cows, and dusting knickknacks, these steadfast, sturdy women congregate with some of the other lovable folks who inhabit their rural community. Whether you've seen several versions, or are new to the world of the basement, the seventh installment of the Church Basement Ladies series is a musical treat for all. Find out what kind of fun is cropping up in Fish County when the ladies take over the Black Box Theatre in Burnsville's Ames Center. [less-]

At nearly six foot ten, with his wild hair and flowing beard, the Dutch pianist resembles a friendly giant from a book of children's fairy tales. But his playing -- understated, haunting, melancholic ... [more+]

At nearly six foot ten, with his wild hair and flowing beard, the Dutch pianist resembles a friendly giant from a book of children's fairy tales. But his playing -- understated, haunting, melancholic -- marks him out as the gentlest of giants, his delicate melodies soothing the soul in these troubled times. "The world is a hectic place right now," says Joep. "I feel a deep urge to reconnect on a basic human level with people in general. Music as our universal language has the power to unite. Regardless of our cultural differences I believe we have an innate understanding of what it means to be human. We have our goosebumps to show for it." Joep's music is the antidote to that hectic world of uncertainty and fear -- a soundtrack for a kinder, more hopeful future; a score for the unmade film of lives yet to come. "It's pretty emotional stuff," agrees Joep. "I call it 'simple music for complex emotions. It's music that enhances images, music that creates a space for the audience to fill in the gaps with their own imagination." He will be joined by a special guest for his concert at The Cedar Cultural Center in Minneapolis. [less-]

This 1974 classic which called a choreopoem, was conceived just two years before Penumbra Theatre was born. From its humble creation in 1974 to critical acclaim on Broadway, Ntozake Shange's Obie Awar... [more+]

This 1974 classic which called a choreopoem, was conceived just two years before Penumbra Theatre was born. From its humble creation in 1974 to critical acclaim on Broadway, Ntozake Shange's Obie Award-winning choreopoem has excited, inspired and transformed audiences across the country. The literary luminary's fearless prose vividly paints intimate portraits of the pain and jubilation that women of color experience from girlhood throughout life. Shange was groundbreaking in her efforts to shatter the silence that protected abusers of women. "For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow is Enuf" is a brave reckoning, a celebration, a healing ceremony and, perhaps most profoundly, an example of the awesome power a chorus of women's voices can have. Watch dance, music and poetic monologues combine at St. Paul's Penumbra Theatre. [less-]

The Moving Company (formerly Theatre de la Jeune Lune, winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Regional Theater) returns to the Lab this fall with the premiere of their work, "The 4 Seasons". The Moving Com... [more+]

The Moving Company (formerly Theatre de la Jeune Lune, winner of the 2005 Tony Award for Regional Theater) returns to the Lab this fall with the premiere of their work, "The 4 Seasons". The Moving Company is devoted to creating new and imaginative theater that is grounded in the present, rooted in its creators' shared past and always questioning the possible. You won't want to miss "The 4 Seasons" (Vivaldi's classical music, a luxurious hotel? Come and find out). [less-]

The vibrant and versatile Minnesota Dance Theatre dancers take on works ranging from boundary-pushing contemporary to other-worldly classical. The program features new dances by Will Bove and Elayna W... [more+]

The vibrant and versatile Minnesota Dance Theatre dancers take on works ranging from boundary-pushing contemporary to other-worldly classical. The program features new dances by Will Bove and Elayna Waxse, a reconfiguration of pieces by Lise Houlton, and a new staging of Michel Fokine's "Chopiniana". See "MDT at The Lab" when they come to ... The Lab Theatre in Minneapolis. [less-]

The Schubert Club's International Artist Series hosts local and international recital soloists and ensembles who perform everything from Mozart to fresh new music pieces. With vocalists, pianists, cel... [more+]

The Schubert Club's International Artist Series hosts local and international recital soloists and ensembles who perform everything from Mozart to fresh new music pieces. With vocalists, pianists, cellists, guitarists, violinists and much more, The Schubert Club concerts at Ordway Center Concert Hall in Minneapolis offer a revolving lineup of exciting new music to experience at both daytime and nighttime concerts. [less-]

In this hilarious dark comedy, a playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed... [more+]

In this hilarious dark comedy, a playground altercation between eleven-year-old boys brings together two sets of parents for a meeting to resolve the matter. At first, diplomatic niceties are observed, but as the meeting progresses -- and the rum flows --tensions emerge and the gloves come off, leaving the couples with more than just their liberal principles in tatters. Winner of the 2009 Tony Award for Best Play, "God of Carnage" dives into the deep end of parenthood, exploring the tense and volatile world we live in with cutting wit and poignant observations on the fragile nature of civility. This production, directed by Scott Ford, comes to Lyric Arts Main Street Stage in Anoka. [less-]

The colorful world of Crayola makes its way out of the box and into the Mall of America. And special for Halloween, experience themed activities, including on-site trick-or-treating, a colorful new sc... [more+]

The colorful world of Crayola makes its way out of the box and into the Mall of America. And special for Halloween, experience themed activities, including on-site trick-or-treating, a colorful new scavenger hunt and more. Get ready to get ZOMBIFIED with zombie crafts as well as pose with themed character cut-outs and enjoy a live, slime-themed show. At "Crayola Experience", you and the whole family can enjoy over 22 hands-on activities that blend together creativity, chemistry, technology and fun. Bring your drawings to the next level with digital projections or design some melted wax spin art. Catch an entertaining live show that takes you behind-the-scenes of how crayons are made. Color and create to your heart's content with thousands of crayons at your disposal at The Ultimate Coloring Station. And if you still can't find the crayon you're looking for, you can wrap and name your own! Bring the whole family and let your imagination run free at "Crayola Experience". [less-]

Regal Cinemas royally rocks the film-going experience, with all the latest tech and amenities to provide your perfect night out at the movies. And seriously, no matter how huge your home screen may be... [more+]

Regal Cinemas royally rocks the film-going experience, with all the latest tech and amenities to provide your perfect night out at the movies. And seriously, no matter how huge your home screen may be, nothing beats seeing the latest and greatest new releases in an actual theater, surrounded by friends and/or family, not to mention the smell of real, honest-to-goodness non-microwaved popcorn. Catch everything from huge Hollywood blockbusters and animated family faves to the newest, coolest indie films with these ePremiere movie tickets to Regal Cinemas, United Artists Theatres or Edwards Theatres. [less-]

Clowns have gotten a bad rap, pop culture-wise, in the last few years. But the lovable character at the center of "Cirque du Soleil: Corteo" is definitely not "It". Instead, he's a beloved entertainer... [more+]

Clowns have gotten a bad rap, pop culture-wise, in the last few years. But the lovable character at the center of "Cirque du Soleil: Corteo" is definitely not "It". Instead, he's a beloved entertainer who imagines his own funeral procession in the form of a festive and lavish parade, accompanied by flying angels. As he passes from this life, the comedian's reverie blends past reality with heavenly fantasy, creating a spellbinding world brought to life under the bigtop by dazzling costumes and sets. The drama of the real lives of traveling performers merges with the surreal to create "Cirque du Soleil's" trademark visuals and a mysterious journey you can't forget. This amazing show is packed with "Cirque"'s seemingly impossible acrobatics, "for a display of human physicality that defies the laws of physics" ("LA Weekly"), as well as lyrical and playful music that will fill the Target Center in Minneapolis. [less-]

Explore rarely seen artifacts from The Bakken Museum's collections and experiment on the fringes of science! Follow the footsteps of innovators throughout history with interactive activities and prese... [more+]

Explore rarely seen artifacts from The Bakken Museum's collections and experiment on the fringes of science! Follow the footsteps of innovators throughout history with interactive activities and presentations, and decide for yourself what is fact, fiction or somewhere in between. Objects on display will include the infamous Glass Armonica, as seen on Mysteries at the Museum. Invented by Benjamin Franklin and originally used to play "soft" Italian music," it eventually fell out of favor with its fans after its purported side effects were said to plunge listeners into a "dark and melancholy mood, that is an apt method for slow self-annihilation." Try your hand at the museum's own visitor-friendly version and see for yourself. Curator Adrian Fischer will be on hand delivering two timed presentations at 6:30pm and 7:30pm, focusing on objects such as the Glass Armonica, the history of Franz Mesmer and mesmerization, as well as sharing the more curious and sometimes creepy stories and artifacts from our collection! Evenings at The Bakken Museum is an excellent opportunity to experience the museum after hours, enjoy a cocktail or drink and experiment with STEM activities in a unique environment. This adult event is for guests 21 years of age and older. [less-]

From one of musical theater's most renowned composers, "Company" is largely regarded as a trailblazer of the dark-comedy, modern-musical genre and the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Music... [more+]

From one of musical theater's most renowned composers, "Company" is largely regarded as a trailblazer of the dark-comedy, modern-musical genre and the winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score, Best Lyrics and Best Book. On the night of his 35th birthday, confirmed bachelor Robert contemplates his unmarried state. Over the course of a series of dinners, drinks and even a wedding, his friends - "those good and crazy people [his] married friends" - explain the pros and cons of taking on a spouse. The habitually single Robert is forced to question his adamant retention of bachelorhood during a hilarious array of interactions. "Company" features a brilliantly brisk and energetic score containing many of Sondheim's best-known songs, like "You Could Drive a Person Crazy," "Being Alive" and "Another Hundred People." Single or not, you'll love this fun musical at Buffalo's Discovery Auditorium courtesy of Buffalo Community Theater. [less-]

With all the craziness going on in the world, wouldn't you like a day off, too? Play hooky at this hilarious new sketch comedy revue, kicking off Brave New Workshop's 60th anniversary season with trad... [more+]

With all the craziness going on in the world, wouldn't you like a day off, too? Play hooky at this hilarious new sketch comedy revue, kicking off Brave New Workshop's 60th anniversary season with trademark BNW political satire! After all... life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and laugh once in a while, you could miss it. The show at Brave New Workshop Comedy Theatre in Minneapolis features cast members Lauren Anderson, Denzel Belin, Ryan Nelson, Tom Reed and Taj Ruler, directed by Caleb McEwen. [less-]

The talented cast of the ColliDe Theatrical Dance Company is putting on the ritz at the Ritz Theater in Minneapolis with their latest innovative production, which combines high-energy jazz dance, live... [more+]

The talented cast of the ColliDe Theatrical Dance Company is putting on the ritz at the Ritz Theater in Minneapolis with their latest innovative production, which combines high-energy jazz dance, live music and vocals. This modern re-telling of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic '20s-era novel follows the entertaining adventures of the fabulously wealthy Jay Gatsby, his lavish parties on Long Island and his love for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan, creating an affecting portrait of the American Dream. [less-]

The Hill House Chamber Players, musicians from the Minnesota Orchestra and University of Minnesota faculty, perform in the intimate space of the art gallery of the historic James J Hill House in Saint... [more+]

The Hill House Chamber Players, musicians from the Minnesota Orchestra and University of Minnesota faculty, perform in the intimate space of the art gallery of the historic James J Hill House in Saint Paul. Their 2018-2019 theme, "Trio Masterworks", is both a celebration and exploration of the diverse repertoire for combinations of piano, violin, viola, cello and clarinet. For this fall concert, you'll enjoy Beethoven's Ghost Trio, Op. 70, plus works by Hummel, Bach and Dumka. Admission includes a pre-concert conversation with the musicians and music blogger Emily Hogstad, intermission refreshments and a post-performance tour of the magnificent Gilded Age mansion. [less-]

An outlandish holiday favorite, "Loyce Houlton's Nutcracker Fantasy" remains one of Minnesota's most treasured traditions of the season. The story begins at a Christmas party in 19th-century Nuremberg... [more+]

An outlandish holiday favorite, "Loyce Houlton's Nutcracker Fantasy" remains one of Minnesota's most treasured traditions of the season. The story begins at a Christmas party in 19th-century Nuremberg, and unfolds through the eyes of Marie as her wizardly godfather, Drosselmayer, weaves a magical fantasy. His tale takes her on an extraordinary adventure to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Experience the beautiful choreography of Loyce Houlton danced by Minnesota Dance Theatre company members, guests artists and children of the School, with the brilliant music of Tchaikovsky played by the 44-piece Nutcracker Orchestra and led by Philip Brunelle. [less-]

Kick-off Halloween season with a night dedicated to the cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show. Drag performers including Detox (RuPaul's Drag Race All-Stars) and Marti Gould Cummings II (Shade: Queen... [more+]

Kick-off Halloween season with a night dedicated to the cult classic Rocky Horror Picture Show. Drag performers including Detox (RuPaul's Drag Race All-Stars) and Marti Gould Cummings II (Shade: Queens of NYC) will perform acts inspired by the film and there is a Rocky Horror costume contest. VIP tickets include a meet and greet with Detox. [less-]

The Dave Matthews Band has been a major influence on pop music for nearly three decades, with huge hits like "Crash" and "The Space Between" serving as the songs of a generation. The tribute band Ware... [more+]

The Dave Matthews Band has been a major influence on pop music for nearly three decades, with huge hits like "Crash" and "The Space Between" serving as the songs of a generation. The tribute band Warehouse brings the sound of DMB to St. Michael’s Le Musique Room in a show that honors the musicianship of the group while bringing their own original vibe to the stage as well. You'll hear all of DMB's hits, plus some deep cuts from musicians who know every note, in and out. [less-]

It's time to give thanks for pasties, feather boas, butts and boobs with Capital City Cabaret's "Tease-Giving". Feathers will fly, clothes will fall and you'll find yourself cheering and feeling thank... [more+]

It's time to give thanks for pasties, feather boas, butts and boobs with Capital City Cabaret's "Tease-Giving". Feathers will fly, clothes will fall and you'll find yourself cheering and feeling thankful for all these bountiful beauties. This ain't your grandmother's Thanksgiving — it's much better, and you’ll definitely be begging for leftovers. This show features the talents of Holliedazzle, Keke Boudreaux, Sinasaurus Vex, Maranda Wright, Blondie Pop, Melanated Menagerie and more. Enjoy the tantalizing "Tease-Giving" at The Cabaret @ Camp in St. Paul. [less-]

"City Pages Iron Fork" is back at International Market Square for another flavorful evening of cocktails, cuisine and competition! This year it’s ALL ABOUT BRUNCH! The most reputable chefs in the in... [more+]

"City Pages Iron Fork" is back at International Market Square for another flavorful evening of cocktails, cuisine and competition! This year it’s ALL ABOUT BRUNCH! The most reputable chefs in the industry will take center stage in a fierce competition to see who can create the most appetizing dish incorporating a secret ingredient revealed by The Wedge. Shaking it out on the spirits stage, top bartenders from local watering holes will go head-to-head for the title of ‘Absolut Mixologist’. Amidst the competition, eventgoers can feast on an eclectic variety of cuisine from more than 25-plus local restaurants and indulge in samples of featured beer, wine and liquor. Culinary mastermind Chef Seth Bixby Daugherty of Real Food Initiatives and DJ host BT, will emcee the savory event and crown the 2018 "Iron Fork" winner onsite. [less-]