ACTORS THEATER OF MN (Resident Theater Company of the Lowry Theater) Downtown St. Paul

Bible: Complete Word of God (Abridged)
August 14 — August 24, 2008
From the creators of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged), an affectionate yet irreverent look at the Bible presented in conjunction with Mystery Ranch Productions.

Deer Camp! – The Musical
Sept. 26 –- Nov. 30, 2008
Between the Beer and the Bull, Who has Time to Hunt?
This laugh-out-loud musical follows the guys from Elmwood, MN on their annual hunting trip to deer camp where they do anything but hunt! But this year is different; after 15 years of coming home with nothing but a hangover, the guys are under a threat from their wives to “get a deer or else.”

A Tuna Christmas
December 5 - December 28, 2008
Come spend the holidays with all your favorite citizens of Tuna, Texas!
Two actors, along with some split-second costume changes, portray all 22 citizens of Texas’ third smallest town. Aunt Bertha and the girls from the Tasty-Crème Café – all back again. Hilarity for the entire family!

A Christmas Carol Holiday Feast
Dec. 4 – Dec. 14, 2008
This show offers a delightful adaptation of Dickens’ popular show. On arrival you are welcomed warmly by the cast and escorted to your table inside Charles Dickens’ country estate where he personally regales the audience with his timeless tale.
With three stages, live music and two dozen performers roaming through the dining area you become part of the show. The setting is perfect in the warmth of Wigington Hall located in the Harriet Island Pavilion right on the bank of the Mississippi River. 

Coming 2009…
TONY N’ TINA’S WEDDING Opens January, 2009

CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES

Coming Soon!
Swing August 1 – October 4, 2008 – on the main stage
The Producers opens October 10, 2008 – on the main stage - Recommended for adult theatre-goers
 
Alter Boyz - coming soon

Now Playing!
42nd Street
Come and Meet Those Dancin’ Feet!
A musical extravaganza that’s polished to sparkle, 42nd STREET is the stuff Broadway
dreams are made of that’s a hit from tip to tap. It zings and soars with a crackerjack
toe-tapping cast, colorful sets and costumes, and a fast-moving fairy tale about a
chorus girl who comes to the Big Apple to break into show business and is
unexpectedly thrust into the starring role on opening night. This high-stepping salute to
the allure of Broadway is guaranteed to put a smile on your face, a song on your lips
and a spring in your step. Hear such popular hits including:“Lullaby of Broadway, “We’re In The Money”, “Shuffle Off To Buffalo,” and the exciting title number, “42nd Street.”It’s been more than 13 years since this classic played at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, don’t miss a classic for all generations!
 
Married Alive - in the Fireside
MARRIED ALIVE! chronicles the pleasures and pitfalls of married life as told by two married couples – a pair of newlyweds, AND a pair of ‘oldy’weds. MARRIED ALIVE! is a very funny, truthful yet touching new musical focusing on the trials, joys, triumphs and defeats found in contemporary marriage. Follow these couples in their journey from new babies to empty nests, from job stress to domestic bliss. MARRIED ALIVE! is everything from Niagara to Viagra and the stuff in-between. One critic called it, “A hoot with a heart!”
 
Wonder Bread Years – in the Playhouse
This one-man ‘Show & Tell’ promises to “feed the belly as well as the spirit.” It’s an infectiously charming, fast-paced, hilarious production that takes you back to a simpler time in life – when Kool-Aid stands were big business and candy was currency. THE WONDER BREAD YEARS offers you a chance to return to your childhood; it’s an evening of pure escapism, where you have permission to think and act like a kid. Green army men rule, Etch-A Sketch is king and things that don’t go your way are a “gyp.” See video clips of the productions at www.chanhassendt.com

GUTHRIE THEATER

The Government Inspector
July 05 - August 24, 2008 (Opening July 11)
Wurtele Thrust Stage
adapted by Jeffrey Hatcher
from the original by Nikolai Gogol directed by Joe Dowling
When the locals in a small town in Russia learn that an undercover government inspector is coming for a surprise visit, an unfortunate case of mistaken identity sends the town spiraling into a world of panic and greed.
Changes for Wabasha Street Caves

MUSIC BOX THEATRE – Minneapolis, MN

The Temp- Currently playing through August 31st
Written by and stars Brian Kelly (actor from Triple Espresso...a highly caffeinated comedy).
This genre-spoofin' musical comedy celebrates and skewers the traditional broadway musical. Satirizing corporate culture, it's "The Office" meets "Oklahoma" Meets "The Phantom of the Opera". Hero of the old west, The Temp staples, files and collates with a
gunslinger's precision. Yet when love blooms, he's tempted to change his temporary ways. Meanwhile, the employee that he has replaced returns to exact revenge upon the office that fired him. Will The Temp save the day? Will he kiss the girl? Will he sing? (well,
okay...that's a given).www.thetemp.org
 
Upcoming...
Mr. Wonder Boy - Limited Engagement - 3 weeks only!Sept. 11 - Oct. 4
Is he from another world? Can he really fly? Or are we missing the point? Comedian and storyteller Bob Stromberg, known for originating the role of “Bobby Bean” in Triple Espresso—a highly caffeinated comedy, goes solo this time, taking us on a captivating journey through life and art. In the process, everyday experiences become anything but ordinary, leading to moments of discovery and unexpected insight. Bob’s gift of mesmerizing narrative is supported by perfectly understated theatrical elements, transporting us into a fascinating, memorable experience. Sometimes hilarious, sometimes reflective, it is a creative journey that boldly embraces laughter, joy and wonder. Funny. Poignant. Unforgettable. www.mrwonderboy.com

OLD LOG THEATER

The Old Log Theater continues to offer four dinner entrée options in our dining room for our pre-show dinner, including Mediterranean Penne Pasta with a Pesto Cream (vegetarian), Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast, along with the old favorites Oven Roasted Prime Rib and Walleye Pike Almandine.  For group events this holiday season we also have an Hors d’oeuvres menu for a pre-show/pre-dinner reception or cocktail hour and a new Special Dessert Menu which can be used to upgrade a group’s dinner menu or as a stand alone option for a pre-show social gathering. 
Call Kevin/Group Sales at (952) 474-0848 for details.

Upcoming Shows at the Old Log Theater

Forever Plaid
The Heavenly Musical Comedy Hit
April 9th  through September 27th, 2008
Thursday, Friday, Saturday Evenings at 8:00p.m.
Sunday Matinees at 2:00p.m. through May 25th
Sunday Evenings at 7:00p.m. June 1st through September 21st

Forever Plaid is the Broadway smash hit that has been perpetually delighting audiences, old and young, in cities and towns across the nation. With an entertaining musical mix of some of the most popular hits of the 1950's and 1960's, blended with witty comedy and outlandish choreography, and capped off with the finest precision harmonies, Forever Plaid will get toes tapping and keep everyone laughing.  It’s a hilariously nostalgic musical for those who remember that simpler time. And for the younger crowd, it’s a funny, touching and whimsical trip back in time. A performance of Forever Plaid  is the perfect opportunity for families and generations to come together and share the kind of  laughter and smiles that make us all a little richer.

With hits like “Catch a Falling Star,” “Magic Moments,” “Heart and Soul,” “Chain Gang,” “Three Coins in the Fountain,” and “Love Is A Many Splendored Thing.”

Unnecessary Farce
The Regional Premiere of a new American Comedy
October 3rd, 2008 through February 14th, 2009
Thursday, Friday, Saturday Evenings at 8:00p.m.
Sunday Matinees at 2:00p.m. October 5th to November 2nd &
January 4th to February 8th
Sunday Evenings at 7:00p.m. November 9th to December 28th 

In a small American town, a bumbling mayor, incompetent cops, the Highland Clan's Big Mac and the infamous Highland Hitman all converge in adjoining hotel rooms in a sting operation that goes haywire.  Two inexperienced police officers are set to secretly videotape the town’s accountant as she’s about to trap the Mayor in an embezzlement scheme. Things begin to unravel when the Mayor runs into one of the officers in the lobby and the other officer begins an affair with the accountant!  The money being tracked is a tied to the Scottish Mafia and the Highland Hitman, with his deadly sounding bagpipes, is coming to take care of the problem.  To crack the case, the officers must overcome their fear of the dark, guns, enclosed spaces, and the opposite sex.
“Two hours of non-stop laughter…More tasty twists than a bag full of Twizzlers!” – Between The Lines News

Elves and the Shoemaker - Our Winter Children’s Production - A Holiday Tradition at the Old Log
Saturdays at 2:00pm, November 15th through December 27th, 2008 with additional shows listed below:
Friday, November 28th  2:00pm (with an appearance from Santa)
Saturday, November 29th 2:00pm (with Carolers before the show)
Friday, December 26th  2:00pm
Sunday, December 28th  2:30pm (note special time)
Monday, December 29th 2:00pm
Tuesday, December 30th 2:00pm
Wednesday, December 31st 2:00pm

WABASHA STREET CAVES

Down In History – The Saint Paul Gangster Tour & Historic Cave Tour are done year ‘round, so go to our web site calendar at http://www.wabashastreetcaves.com/ to keep up to date on our scheduled tours.  We also do tours for groups of 25+ to fit your time schedule. Enjoy a Blast from the Past. Give us a call when planning your next visit to Saint Paul.