THEATERS

Saint Paul has numerous performing arts attractions which are first class and definitely worth a visit. For performance information contact the theaters directly or refer to the Saint Paul Calendar of Events published by the Saint Paul Convention and Visitors Bureau.

The Brave New Workshop
2605 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis (612) 332-6620 Now at Calhoun Square, this Twin Cities landmark is the oldest ongoing satirical comedy theater in the country. Shows consist of original sketches, songs and improvisation. "Funnier than anything aired on 'Saturday Night Live' in years" -Pioneer Press. Also available: custom Corporate Entertainment and Training. Renowned alumni include Louie Anderson and Al Franken.
FLANAGAN'S WAKE
the hilarious audience-interactive Irish wake that has been playing to sold out houses in Chicago since 1994 -- and opening JANUARY 27, 2001 in our new St. Paul location, the Saint Paul Palace Theatre!

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
501 W 78th St, Chanhassen (612) 934-1525 or (800) 362-3515 Nation's largest professional dinner theater with four theaters under one roof. Since 1968 Chanhassen has entertained more than 5 million guests with blockbuster musicals and comedies. While experiencing a show enjoy your choice of entree served table side. AAA recommended.

Fitzgerald Theater
10 E Exchange St, corner of Exchange and Wabasha, Saint Paul 55101; box office (651) 290-1221 Noted for its rich simplicity, the Fitzgerald Theater schedules classical, jazz, folk, country and pop music events as well as film screenings and theatrical productions. Home of Garrison Keillor's "A Prairie Home Companion." Downtown.

Great American History Theatre
30 E 10th St, Saint Paul (651) 292-4323 Award-winning professional theater producing original works. Stands out for its entertaining mix of theater, folklore and history of the region. Performances October-May. Downtown.

Guthrie Theatre
725 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis 55403 America's flagship regional theater. Audiences from across the globe surround a unique thrust stage, creating an intimate setting for world-class theater at its best. Group discounts. Backstage tours.

Hey City Theater on Hennepin
824 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis (612) 989-5151 Specializing in small cabaret theater, Hey City is located in the heart of the Hennepin Avenue theater district. Playing through February is "Tony and Tina's Wedding" in which you are an interactive guest at the most hilarious of Italian weddings. Call for show dates and times.

Historic Orpheum and State Theatres
Orpheum Theatre - 910 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis State Theatre - 805 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis (612) 373-5665 group sales, (612) 339-7007 box office
Live entertainment ranging from top-quality Broadway shows to concerts featuring established stars and new performers. Call for performance schedules.

Minnesota Centennial Showboat
Harriet Island, Saint Paul (651) 624-2345 tickets, (612) 625-1052 information
Set on a turn-of-the-century riverboat, the Minnesota Centennial Showboat Theatre presents family-style entertainment, complete with music and melodrama. One of the Twin Cities' most anticipated and traditional summer events, the Showboat Theatre is docked on scenic Harriet Island in Saint Paul. Downtown. Coming November 2001.

Minnesota Orchestra
111 Nicollet Mall Minneapolis MN 55403 (612) 371-5671 The world's leading classical and pop stars perform at both the Ordway Music Theatre in downtown Saint Paul and Orchestra Hall, home of the Minnesota Orchestra.

Old Log Theater
5185 Meadville St, Excelsior, mailing address: P.O. Box 250, Excelsior, MN 55331-0250 (612) 474-5951 Longest continuously-running professional theater in the country presents the best in Broadway comedy and British farce. Cocktails, dinner and theater nightly, Wed-Sun. Curtain at 8 pm nightly except Sun at 7:30 pm. Matinee luncheons 1 pm most Wednesday and Thusday Call for reservations or information.

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
345 Washington St, Saint Paul (651) 224-4222 for tickets, (651) 282-3000 for information Conveniently located in downtown Saint Paul overlooking Rice Park, The Ordway Music Theatre is the premier performing arts center in the Midwest. The Ordway presents a wide array of events from Broadway hits to inspirational multi-cultural events including drama, dance and music. The Ordway is home to the Minnesota Opera, the Schubert Club, the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and the Minnesota Orchestra. Box office hours: Mon, 9 am to 5:30 pm; Tue-Fri, 9 am to 9 pm; Sat-Sun, 11 am to 3 pm. Downtown.

Palace Theater  
17 West 7th Place, Saint Paul, (612) 332-6620
The Brave New Workshop Theatre produces the interactive Irish Comedy Flanagan�s Wake in Downtown Saint Paul at the Palace Theatre. The BNW is the longest running satirical comedy theatre in the United States. Founded by Dudley Riggs in 1958, the Brave New Workshop Theatres are world renowned for hilarious original comedy revue, biting social satire, and improvisation. Call for times and prices. 

Penumbra Theatre
Hallie Q. Brown/Martin Luther King Center, 270 N Kent St, Saint Paul (651) 224-3180 Minnesota's only professional African-American theater company. Celebrating more than 20 years of accurately representing and illuminating the African-American experience. Recognized as the nation's premier African-American theater for its artistic excellence and leadership, Penumbra consistently wins high marks from theater critics.

Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Ticket information at Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra Theatre Box Office, (651) 291-1144 Internationally acclaimed for its unique sound, exciting programing, outstanding conductors, guest artists and popular recordings. From fall to spring, the Chamber Orchestra performs a varied classical repertoire at the Ordway Music Theatre and other Twin Cities locations. Downtown.

University Theatre at the University of Minnesota
330 31st Ave S, Minneapolis (612) 624-2345 tickets, (612) 625-1052 information. From the award-winning contemporary epic of Angels in America to the riotous antics of The Importance of Being Earnest and everything in between, the University Theatre welcomes you to a dynamic and provocative season of drama and comedy.