The Girl Who Drank the Moon

By Melissa Leilani Larson

Mar 27 – Apr 19, 2026

Dir. Nora Monta

Adapted by Melissa Leilani Larson From the book by Kelly Barnhill published by Algonquin Young Readers

Marie and Rosetta

Apr 3 – Apr 19, 2026

Bringing fierce guitar playing and swing to gospel music, Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a legend in her time — and a major influence on icons like Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jimi Hendrix, and Ray Charles. Marie and Rosettachronicles the first rehearsal between Rosetta and her young protégée, Marie Knight, as they prepare to embark on a tour that would establish them as one of the most unforgettable duos in American music history.

PUPPET LAB FESTIVAL

Apr 10 – Apr 19, 2026

Led by Co-Artistic Directors Oanh Vuand Sofia Padilla Featuring new work byPUPPET LAB artists

The Full Monty — Spring 2026

By Terrence Mc Nally

Apr 10 – Apr 19, 2026

Dir. Peter Cattaneo

Theatre 55 Enriching the lives of elders: as artists, audiences, and lifelong learners

NUDGE

Feb 9 – May 18, 2026

Featuring Taj Ruler, Katy Kessler, Rita Boersma, Butch Roy, Tim Hellendrung,and Jen Scott

Gutenberg! The Musical!

By Anthony King & Scott Brown

Apr 1 – May 3, 2026

Dir. Tyler Michaels King

Fresh off its hit Broadway premiere, Gutenberg! The Musical! is a clever, offbeat, frequently absurd comedy that affectionately spoofs the world of musical theater. This love letter to new works is told through the lens of two aspiring writers earnestly pitching their wildly inaccurate musical about the invention of the printing press, blending infectious enthusiasm, witty songs, and irreverent historical twists. Twin Cities theater luminary Tyler Michaels King returns to Latté Da, this time wearing the (trucker) hat of Director. Equal parts satire and celebration, Gutenberg! is a fast-paced theatrical romp that revels in the art of making something out of nothing—one song and one dream at a time.

Hmong Futures

By Katie Ka Vang

Apr 9 – May 3, 2026

Dir. Reena Dutt

Hmong Futures: The Future of Us is an intergenerational story asking what it takes for a family to move from surviving to thriving. Anchoring the play are its protagonists, three Hmong American women, and it examines the conversations, daily rituals, and little moments that help us heal. To create this world premiere, playwright Katie Ka Vang held community engagement events and discussions in 2025, during the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian people in Minnesota.

The Right Thing to Do: The Joe Mauer Story

By Joe Schmit

Apr 10 – May 10, 2026

Dir. Sandy Boren-Barrett

Based on the book by Joe Schmit Book and Music by Michael Mahler

The Postman’s Daughter

By Danielle Koenig and Justin D. Cook April

Apr 11 – Apr 25, 2026

Dir. T. Mychael Rambo's PRESENT

Upcoming Fresh Ink 2026 The Postman's Daughter Scarecrow on Fire (Returns) 25/26 Season Event Calendar

The Jungle

Apr 16 – May 3, 2026

Ali – Avi Aharoni*Beth – Sophina Saggau*Boxer – Jim Lichtscheidl*Derek/Guard – Eric Staves Helene Comfort – Comfort Dolo*Henri/CRS – Paul La Nave*Maz – Basharmal Amin Mohammed – Bruce Young*Norullah – Ahmad Maher*Okot – Abdoul Manaf-Kondo Omar – Nuradin Abdulahi Paula- Cheryl Willis*Safi – Tony Larkin*Salar – Mohamed Yabdri Sam – Alex Mitchell Production Manager – Jessica Swanson Rehearsal Stage Manager – Kenji Shoemaker*Performance Stage Manager – Stacy Mc Intosh Holt*Assistant Stage Manager – Austin Schoenfelder (Jacoway-Kittlesen)*Scenic Designer/Builder – Joe Stanley Props Designer – Abbee Warmboe Costume Designer – Zamora Simmons Lighting Designer – Marcus Dilliard Sound Designer – C Andrew Mayer Musicians – Robert Lehmann, Aryaman Rexer-Joshi Dialect Coach – Isa Condo Olvera Fight Choreographer – Aaron Preusse Poster Art – Christina Vang

Symposium–Musical Theatre in the Twin Cities: The State of the Art

Apr 18 – Apr 18, 2026

Join us for a conversation with leaders of the Twin Cities creative community as we shape the vision for a new major at the University of Minnesota. Free and open to the public. Registration is required.

Author's Book Reading with Robin Maercklein

Apr 19 – Apr 19, 2026

Sales and signing will take place immediately giving everyone a chance to mingle before heading into the theater to listen to selected stories from the book. We will finish up following one last chance to purchase a book and get it signed by Robin.

Mu Community Events

Apr 19 – Apr 19, 2026

Take home HMong Futures’ messages of healing, belonging, and connection with a free, family-friendly event with the Minnesota Center for the Book Arts! Drop in anytime Apr 19 from noon-1:30 pm CT at the Mu Community Room (755 Prior Ave N, Saint Paul) to create your own poster.

The Bird Blind

By Kira Apaachuaq Eckenweiler

Apr 22 – May 10, 2026

Dir. Rhiana Yazzie

The Bird Blind, a world premiere by Alaska Native writer, Kira Apaachuaq Eckenweiler, is an unflinching and compassionate story set in an Inupiaq village on Alaska’s Norton Sound. As generations clash, addictions simmer, and the tundra bears silent witness, a young boy and a troubled hunter expand the meaning of kinship in a makeshift bird blind. With razor-sharp dialogue and cultural truth, Eckenweiler weaves a play that is both a gut punch and a prayer revealing how even burdened people can find their way home. NNT is known for discovering and developing Native writers; following in that tradition, this new play will be directed by Artistic Director, Rhiana Yazzie.

Starlight Celebration

Apr 23 – Apr 23, 2026

We’re thrilled to invite you to our Starlight Celebration 2026, an evening dedicated to shedding light on the artistic power of the young people we serve and the visionary adults who empower them.

Disney's Frozen Jr.

Apr 23 – May 3, 2026

Fresh Scenes

Apr 24 – Apr 25, 2026

Directed by Bruce Roach and Lucinda Holshue Presented by BFA Acting Class of 2029 April 23-25, 2026 Kilburn Theatre, Rarig Center Free with registration

Bohemian Flats

Apr 24 – Apr 26, 2026

Directed by Lisa Channer Presented by BA Theatre Arts Program April 24-26, 2026 Xperimental Theatre, Rarig Center Free with Registration

The Most Happy Fella

By Frank Loesser

Apr 29 – Jun 7, 2026

Dir. Caitlin Lowans

Based on Sidney Howard’s They Knew What They Wanted Book, Music and Lyrics by Frank Loesser

Welcome to Thebes

Apr 30 – May 3, 2026

By Moira Buffini Directed by Cooper Lajeunesse Presented by the BFA Acting 2026 Stoll Thrust Theatre, Rarig Center Buy Tickets Thursday, April 30 2026 7:30PM Friday, May 1 2026 7:30PM Saturday, May 2 2026 2:00PM (ASL Interpreted) + 7:30PM Sunday, May 3 2026 2:00PM

Scarecrow on Fire

By Kevin Kling

May 1 – May 16, 2026

Dir. Michael Robins with Emily Gunyou Halaas

Upcoming Fresh Ink 2026 The Postman's Daughter Scarecrow on Fire (Returns) 25/26 Season Event Calendar

Hamline Dance Ensemble Presents “Physical Practice”

May 2 – May 2, 2026

The Hobbit

By J.R.R. Tolkien

May 8 – May 8, 2026

Join a band of storytellers in the not-so-distant-future, as they tell the story of Bilbo Baggins in this inventive adaptation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s classic tale. Our storytellers follow Bilboon a journey beyond the borders of the familiar, as he is swept into a quest with Gandalf and a band of determined dwarves, facing trolls, goblins, riddles, and a dragon named Smaug—with bravery he never knew he had. Told with an ensemble of actors, imaginative staging, and boundless heart,The Hobbitexplores how stories bring us courage in the darkest times and reminds us that even the smallest person can change the course of the future.

EVERYTHING IS NOTHING

May 8 – May 8, 2026

Happy Accident returns to the Twin Cities with a new puppet dispatch from our beautiful cultural sewers. In their new show, EVERYTHING IS NOTHING, your favorite Saturday morning super pals take you on another trip through the dark alleys of modern life.

Julius Caesar

By William Shakespeare

May 8 – May 17, 2026

Dir. Logan Verdoorn

A populist dictator is on the rise. The people love him; his detractors are put to silence. When two of his closest allies hatch a plot to overthrow Rome's "one, only man", the people of Rome must choose between a would-be King and those that betrayed him in the name of common liberties. Their choices will shape the course of history. A thrilling tale of secret intrigue, epic battles, and deep friendship in an empire teetering on the brink of oblivion. Unexpectedly hopeful, searingly heartfelt, Julius Caesar is one of Shakespeare's finest dramatic achievements.

Fefu and Her Friends

By María Irene Fornés

May 11 – May 28, 2026

Dir. Carin Bratlie Wethern

Set in a New England country house in the 1930s, the play follows a circle of women whose conversations and confidences reveal both sharp humor and haunting truths. What makes this production unique is its immersive design—audiences will move through the rooms of the mansion, experiencing each scene in the space where it unfolds. More than a play, Fefu and Her Friends becomes a living, breathing event that connects story, place, and audience in a way that can only happen within the walls of the

The Bearded Company's Swords & Sorcery

By Theatre in the Round

May 13 – May 17, 2026

Sharpen your sword, brandish your wits and step with us into a realm of fantasy and adventure where fate is decided by the roll of a 20-sided die. In this improvised fantasy campaign, The Bearded Company will tell you a tale you won’t soon forget. Each show will be an epic story in the lives of legendary adventurers. Dragons will be slain, dungeons will be explored and, nerd or not, there’s something for everyone.

A Chorus Line

May 15 – Jun 14, 2026

A landmark celebration of Park Square Theatre’s andA Chorus Line’s shared 50th anniversary. This iconic Tony- and Pulitzer-winning musical captures the drama and dreams of Broadway hopefuls - with Michael Bennett’s original choreography live on stage.

Courting Harry

May 16 – Jun 7, 2026

Trace the journey of Minnesota natives Chief Justice Warren Burger and Justice Harry Blackmun, from their roots in the St. Paul neighborhood to the pinnacle of the nation’s highest court. Two lifelong friends, their unbreakable bond now confronted with history-making decisions that will define their future. Dive into the dynamic tensions of the Supreme Court, where Nixon’s appointees grapple with conflicting ideologies in the arena of America’s most contentious legal battles. An insightful exploration of friendship, authority, and justice.

Perfect Arrangement

By Topher Payne

May 30 – Jun 21, 2026

Dir. John Heimbuch

It’s 1950, and the government is purging the “enemies within”. Two U. S. State Department employees, Bob and Norma, have a great track record of rooting out Communists. Now, they’ve been tasked with identifying sexual deviants among their ranks. There’s just one problem: Both Bob and Norma are gay, and have married each other’s partners as a carefully constructed cover.

My Ántonia

Jun 3 – Jul 12, 2026

Dir. Jessie Austrian

In this Latté Da-commissioned world premiere, Willa Cather’s beloved novel is envisioned as an intimate celebration of resilience and the enduring strength of women. Featuring a sweeping indie folk score by The Kilbanes and an imaginative libretto by Noah Brody, this poignant adaptation traces the immigrant experience on the Great Plains at the turn of the 20th century through the eyes of the lifelong friendship between orphan boy Jim Burden and Ántonia Shimerda, daughter of a Bohemian immigrant family. My Ántonia offers a timely celebration of the contributions of immigrants to the nation’s identity and spirit as America marks its 250th anniversary. Rooted in the land and shaped by memory, this powerful work invites us to consider how we remember our past, and whose stories we choose to tell.

Blithe Spirit

Jun 19 – Jun 19, 2026

In this sparkling supernatural comedy, novelist Charles Condomine invites a medium to conduct a séance—but instead of inspiration, he accidentally conjures his late (and mischievous) first wife, Elvira. As Elvira wreaks ghostly havoc on Charles and his current marriage, things go from strange to absolutely otherworldly. With razor-sharp wit, eccentric characters, and Coward’s signature charm,Blithe Spiritis a delightfully witty reminder that the past has a way of lingering… especially when it’s not quite ready to leave.

Shrek The Musical

By William Steig

Jun 20 – Aug 2, 2026

Dir. Jason Moore and Rob Ashford

Based on the Dream Works Animation Motion Picture and the book by William Steig Book and Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire Music by Jeanine Tesori Originally produced on Broadway by Dream Works Theatricals and Neal Street Productions. Original production Directed by Jason Moore and Rob Ashford

The Revolutionists

Jul 9 – Jul 26, 2026

The Butler Did It

Jul 17 – Jul 17, 2026

The first in a series of five world premieres by acclaimed and local playwright Jeffrey Hatcher, this witty new mystery is set in a butler’s school for the very rich, ushering in a new era of commissioned work at Park Square.

NEXT Festival 2026

By Aaron Gabriel

Jul 24 – Aug 10, 2026

Dir. Zhailon Levingston

Theater Latté Da’s NEXT Festival of New Musicals showcases three works that stretch the boundaries of musical storytelling. The creators of each Festival show culminate two weeks of workshop time with two public presentations, providing audience members the opportunity to get in on the ground floor of the creative process. Following each performance is an in-depth conversation with the playwrights, composers, and lyricists.

Explorasaurus: A Dinosaur Adventure

By Melanie Salmon-Peterson

Aug 5 – Aug 23, 2026

Dir. Melanie Salmon-Peterson

Script by Jim Hibbeler Composed by Matt Ouren In collaboration with STC

The Three Musketeers

Aug 13 – Aug 30, 2026

Bowwow Powwow

By Benay Mc Namara and Blossom Johnson

Sep 16 – Sep 27, 2026

Adapted by Benay Mc Namara and Blossom Johnson From the book by Brenda Child, Bowwow Powwow © 2018Illustrations by Jonathan Thunder Translation by Gordon Jourdain Music by Bizhiki and Keith Secola In collaboration with Mni Giizhik Theatre Ensemble

Never Enough

Sep 17 – Sep 27, 2026

The Secret Garden

By Jeannine Coulombe

Sep 25 – Oct 25, 2026

Based on the novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett Adapted by Jeannine Coulombe

Pride And Prejudice

Oct 10 – Oct 25, 2026

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: The Musical

By Robert Penola

Nov 20 – Dec 27, 2026

Based on the animated television special “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” adapted from the story by Robert L. May and the song by Johnny Marks. Music and Lyrics by Johnny Marks. Script Adaptation by Robert Penola. Originally produced, directed, and conceived by Jeff Frank and First Stage. Arrangements by Timothy Splain. Orchestrations by William C. White.

It's A Wonderful Life

Dec 3 – Dec 20, 2026

Dragons Love Tacos 2: The (Mu)Sequel

By Cristina Pippa

Jan 22 – Feb 21, 2027

Based on the book Dragons Love Tacos 2: The Sequelby Adam Rubin Illustrated by Daniel Salmieri Script by Cristina Pippa Music & Lyrics by Sharon Kenny

Hello, Universe

By Melissa Leilani Larson

Mar 19 – Apr 4, 2027

Based on the book by Erin Entrada Kelly Adapted by Melissa Leilani Larson In collaboration with Theater Mu

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical

By Kevin del Aguila

Apr 16 – May 16, 2027

Book by Kevin del Aguila Music and Lyrics by Michael Mahler and Alan Schuckler Based on the “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” Book Series by Jeff Kinney and the 20th Century Studios Films

THE WIZ tya

By William F. Brown

Jun 18 – Aug 1, 2027

Adapted from “The Wonderful Wizard of OZ” by L. Frank Baum Book by William F. Brown Additional Material by Tina Tippit Music and Lyrics by Charlie Smalls In collaboration with Threads Dance Project

Inch by Inch

By Katharine Benyo

Aug 4 – Aug 22, 2027

Based on the book by Leo Lionni © 1960Adapted by Katharine Benyo Composition by Matt Ouren

Joe Turner's Come and Gone

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“TOMORROW BELONGS TO THOSE OF US WHO CONCEIVE OF IT AS BELONGING TO EVERYONE; WHO LENDS THE BEST OF OURSELVES TO IT, AND WITH JOY.”

Pickup Truck Opera: Tales of Hoffmann

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A revival of Mixed Precipitation's beloved 2010 outdoor opera — Offenbach's masterpiece reimagined as a picnic operetta touring parks, nature centers, wineries, and farms across Minnesota.

Farm

Dates TBA

FARM is a meditation on the history of Farming in Minnesota. This site-specific, immersive performance was created by Carleton students in collaboration with Sod House Theater. The production will feature sweeping images of historical and modern farm life through music, dance, theater and performing artists from the Twin Cities and the local community. The production illuminates just a small portion of the history of Minnesota farming and hopes to inspire reflection on the future of farming, the accessibility of fresh food for all Minnesotans, and our relationships with farmers in our state. FARM features snippets of Minnesota’s vast history of farm life: hard work, family meals, community celebrations, dangerous storms, dance and play culminating in a music-filled ghost grove honoring the past, present and the future of farming in Minnesota.

Once Upon A River

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