The Guthrie’s staging of three of William Shakespeare’s history plays (Richard II, Henry IV, and Henry V) offers far more than just a monumental theatrical bonanza (we’re lucky if we get more than one of the Bard’s plays per season): the juxtaposition of the three distinct plays allows audiences to witness some of the true […] The post Shakespeare’s History Plays at the Guthrie appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

Due to it’s inability to ever disappoint, The Lion King stage production shows little signs of slowing down. The famous story of a relationship between a lion cub and his father, as well as the circle of life, is a theme almost everyone can relate to.  Last night’s performance was my fifth time seeing the […] The post REVIEW: The Lion King appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

Cue the Lights… Cue the Music… Cue the Hairspray! Last night, audiences were treated to the opening night of an electrifying performance of “Hairspray” at the Ordway. This timeless musical explores the struggle for inclusion during a pivotal decade of integration. Set against the backdrop of 1960s Baltimore, the production entertained the audience with an […] The post REVIEW: Hairspray appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, The Brave New Workshop is back with a love-themed sketch comedy show “Love and Other Things that Ruined my Life“. In its typical style, the Brave New Workshop interweaves pop culture and wacky premises into comedic sketches often incorporating song and dance. This production is heavy on the raunch […] The post REVIEW: Love and Other Things that Ruined My Life appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

“Silent Sky” by Theatre in the Round Players was a tribute to some of the unsung female heroes in science and the importance of recognizing their contributions. The thoughtful play by Lauren Gunderson tells the story of Henrietta Leavitt, an astronomer whose groundbreaking work at the Harvard College Observatory in the early 20th century was […] The post Review: Silent Sky appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

Don’t go wasting your emotions on MAMMA MIA!  I wasn’t planning to make any ABBA puns in this review, but a lot of things didn’t seem to go as planned this evening, so here we are.  Marking the 25th anniversary of its debut on Broadway, the grande dame of jukebox musicals should have been a […] The post REVIEW: MAMMA MIA! Yes, You’ll Be Broken Hearted appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

A thriller is only as good as its villain, and Tony Wendice is as slick as it gets.  As the architect of a years-long plot to kill his wife, Wendice is so sly, meticulous, and measured it is hard to believe–until the very last moment–that he won’t get away with it.  As they say, this […] The post Review: Dial ‘M’ for Murder appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

As a 40-something who went into the performance blind—no knowledge of the songs, the themes, or the storyline, Hennepin Theater Trust’s “Funny Girl” at the Orpheum was a wild ride. Set in the 1920’s, the musical tells the story of Fanny Brice’s rise to fame. A young, aspiring performer, Fanny longs to break into show […] The post REVIEW: Funny Girl appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

The weather outside may be frightful, but you can warm up with Mia! Grab a drink and join Highpoint Center for Printmaking artists Victoria Eidelsztein, Meher Khan, and Gabi Estrada to pull your own artist-designed prints. Enjoy music by DJ TaliaKnight. All materials are provided. No tickets required. Thursday, January 25, 2024 5:30-8:30pm Minneapolis Institute of Arts […] The post Meet at Mia: Chill Out appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more

The World Championships for snow sculpting is back in Stillwater this year. See teams from all over the world compete for prize money and the title “World’s Best.” January 17-21, 2024 Lowell Park Stillwater, MN The post The World Snow Sculpting Championships appeared first on PhenoMNal twin cities ..read more