Best Spring 2014 Theater Productions In Minnesota
One of the liveliest theater and performing arts centers of the country, Minnesota caters to all audiences and tastes. Each spring, new shows open to offer locals fresh talent and enjoyable entertainment. This spring is no different. Check out any of these spring productions for high-quality entertainment and fun.
"Othello"
Guthrie Theater
Wurtele Thrust Stage
818 S. 2nd St.
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 377-2224
www.guthrietheater.org
Date: March 8 - April 20, 2014
One of William Shakespeare's most famous and important tragedies, "Othello," will be performed this spring at the Guthrie. With the underlying themes of love, passion, racism, jealousy and murder, "Othello" has come to be known as a timeless classic. Students of theater and general lovers of the performing arts will enjoy the Guthrie's depiction of Iago, one of the most vile villains in English literature, and the strong military hero of Othello.
"The Scarecrow And His Servant"
Children's Theater Company
2400 3rd Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 874-0400
www.childrenstheatre.org
Date: March 11 - April 6, 2014
Based on the popular book by Philip Pullman, "The Scarecrow And His Servant" has been adapted into a play to be performed at the Children's Theater this spring. Follow the adventures of a curious scarecrow that has been transformed to life by a magic bolt of lightning. When the scarecrow befriends an orphan boy to become his servant, he begins a journey that includes important life lessons. As always, the Children's Theater is set to amaze audiences with this fantastic tale.
"The Doyle & Debbie Show"
New Century Theater
615 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 455-9501
www.hennepintheatretrust.org
Date: Through March 30, 2014
A comedic take on the age of country-western duos, "The Doyle & Debbie Show" is filled with humor and music. Focused on a popular and long-running act in the country music scene, the story follows Doyle through his many wives and many "Debbies." The audience comes to love this crazy and unpredictable character as he struggles to make it work with the final "Debbie." Enjoy this popular and entertaining production playing in downtown Minneapolis.
"The Gershwins' Porgy And Bess"
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
345 Washington St.
St. Paul, MN 55102
(651) 224-4222
www.ordway.org
Date: March 25-30, 2014
One of the great American folk operas, "Porgy and Bess" will be performed in St. Paul this spring. This Tony award-winning musical is the product of the Gershwin brothers' talented musical score and has been one of the most popular Broadway productions during its run. Following southern African-American life in the 1920s, "Porgy and Bess" has historical and racial significance to the theater as it was clearly ahead of its time. Enjoy the popular music, including the most famous hit of the production, "Summertime."
"Anything Goes"
The Duluth Playhouse
506 W. Michigan St.
Duluth, MN 55802
(218) 733-7555
www.duluthplayhouse.org
Date: March 27 - April 13, 2014
Catch the revival of this popular classic at the Duluth Playhouse this spring. Travel aboard the S.S. American as the cruise ship sails from New York to London with a dynamic cast of characters aboard. This Cole Porter musical has been the recipient of many awards while it played on Broadway and is intensely entertaining and fun.
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Andrea Wodele is a freelance writer who has lived in the Twin Cities for eight years. She loves covering all things Minnesota and her work can be found on Examiner.com.
