History Theatre

Celebrate the holidays with one of America’s most beloved singers and entertainers. In this stirring musical tribute, Judy Garland takes the stage at Carnegie Hall in 1961 and performs one of the most celebrated concerts in history. Follow Judy’s story from her early years in Minnesota to “beyond the rainbow.” Garland’s greatest hits, fresh new staging, and the same deep dive into Judy’s life.

Toni Stone, raised in the Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul in the 1930s, is an ace ballplayer who knows her stats. Rejected by the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League because of her race, she became the first woman to play professional baseball on a men’s team, shattering expectations and creating her own set of rules.

Nellie Francis, a Black Suffragist from St. Paul in the 1920s, appeals to “History” to have her story forever etched in his book. But to see her mission through, there is one rule she cannot break: thou shalt not be mean to History. With the help of the History Players, Nellie tries to straddle the line between making History happy and protecting her own truth. This comedic play with music explores Minnesota suffrage through the eyes of Black women.

Virginia, 1665. Three American colonists stand trial charged with “wickedness” for writing and performing the very first play in the colonies. Four Humors Theater presents a reimagining of every actor’s dream: to perform in a hit play, followed by every producer’s nightmare: to be arrested on suspicion of witchcraft. Join Four Humors members Mandi Johnson, Jon Kirchhofer, Ryan Lear, Brant Miller, Matt Spring and Allison Vincent for a unique and hilarious production.

Book by Jeffrey Hatcher Music & Lyrics by Chan Poling Directed by Laura Leffler Music Director: Raymond Berg Choreographer: Abby Magalee Arranger: Robert Elhai

Lara/Larissa is a misfit in rural South Dakota—half-Native and half-White, weighed down by physical limitations. She takes beginner ballet class for physical therapy and hates it—until the story of Osage prima ballerina Maria Tallchief inspires her to pursue a professional dance career. Based on the author’s own story,Fancy Danceris a rich, multigenerational experience that speaks to the power of storytelling and the beauty of finding your own community.

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.

History Theatre is organizing a food drive for Neighborhood House to combat food insecurity. We invite you to contribute shelf-stable nonperishable foods for donation throughout the run ofWHOOSH!. Essential wish list items include flour, oil, sugar, canned tuna, toilet paper, coffee, paper towels, and more. Please take a moment to check out theNEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE FOOD MARKET WISH LISTfor additional items we need. We truly appreciate your generous donation!

Book & Co-Lyrics by Rachel Teagle Music & Co-Lyrics by Keith Hovis Directed by Laura Leffler Music directed by Isabella Dawis Choreographed by Joey Miller