Nov 2017
NorShor Painting Party: Round 3
Show tunes will blare at the historic NorShor Theatre as volunteers paint, paint, paint. All supplies will be provided as well as free pizza and beverages. Enter through the "Lights on Duluth" door, located to the left of the main doors underneath the marquee. There will be signs posted and a greeter helping direct. Volunteers can feel free to drop in for as long as they can. To RSVP email Shad Olsen at solsen @ duluthplayhouse.org or call 218-733-7555.
Find out more »Jan 2018
NorShor Painting Party
The Duluth Playhouse invites the public to help finish painting administrative offices. Pizza and beverages will be served. Interested volunteers should email Shad Olsen at solsen @ duluthplayhouse.org or call 218.733.7555 to register. Follow the signs to find the painting location on the second floor of the building.
Find out more »Feb 2018
NorShor Theatre Grand Opening Gala
Pre-show entertainment, hors-d’oeuvres, live music in the mezzanine lounge, tours of the facilities, cash bar and more. This event is black-tie optional. Call the box office to purchase tickets for the opening night event 218-733-7555.
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Mamma Mia!
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The regional premier of the Broadway blockbuster Mamma Mia! opens the NorShor Theatre with the songs of ABBA and a colorful cast of characters gathering on a Greek island for a wedding. Performances run Feb 1-18. The young bride, Sophie, has invited three men from her mother’s past, hoping to figure out which one is her father in time for him to walk her down the aisle. How will her mother, Donna, react to seeing these men? Luckily, her friends…
Find out more »NorShor Theatre Open House
The NorShor Theatre hosts a community open house, welcoming one and all to come check out the restoration.
Find out more »Mar 2018
NorShor Music Showcase with Low, Dave Simonett and More
The first concert in the newly restored NorShor Theatre features Low and Dave Simonett, with special guests Gaelynn Lea, Superior Siren, Coyote, Rick McLean, Benson Ramsey, Anna Tennis, Paul Lundgren and Take it with You cast members! Former Duluth Mayor Don Ness hosts this celebration of local music, community and the historic NorShor.
Find out more »The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber
The Duluth Playhouse celebrates the 70th birthday Andrew Lloyd Webber at the NorShor Theatre with an orchestral concert featuring selections from Jesus Christ Superstar, Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Evita, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Love Never Dies and others. The concert features local artists Amelia Barr, Ali Littrell Finstrom, Shad Olsen and Adam Sippola, and is conducted by Andy Kust.
Find out more »NorShor Poetry Series Featuring Ellie Schoenfeld
A new series celebrating the poetic word in the Mezzanine Lounge of the NorShor Theatre, featuring Ellie Schoenfeld, the Poet Laureate of Duluth. Special guests also include John Sonofmel, Deanna Erickson and Zomi Bloom. Tickets available at the door.
Find out more »Duluth State of the City Address 2018
Duluth Mayor Emily Larson will deliver her third State of the City Address on Thursday, March 15, reporting on her administration’s progress this past year and laying out her priorities for the upcoming year. The State of the City address will be held at the NorShor Theatre. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the official program begins at 6:00 p.m. which will include welcome remarks from City Council President Elissa Hansen and a poem by Duluth Poet Laureate Ellie Schoenfeld. Mayor Larson will commence…
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Lend Me a Tenor
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Lend Me a Tenor is a comedic romp through the high-stakes, high-strung world of opera. In this play by Ken Ludwig, the Cleveland Opera House is hosting the famous Italian tenor, Tito Merelli, whose celebrity has guaranteed a sellout performance. But is the management of the Cleveland Opera House ready for all the madness that comes with their guest star? Performances run April 5-15. Cast Tito Merelli, the Italian opera star: Jody Kujawa Maria Merelli, the fiery Italian wife of…
Find out more »NorShor Classic Film Series: Casablanca
The NorShor Theatre kicks off its new classic film series with the Citizen Kane of movies that aren't Citizen Kane, Casablanca. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Let’s Talk MN Presents Charlie Parr
Let's Talk MN presents a Mental Health Awareness concert featuring American country/blues musician Charlie Parr and the bluegrass/newgrass band Pert Near Sandstone, with special guests Them Coulee Boys. Doors open at 6 p.m. Classically trained violinist and songwriter Gaelynn Lea will be performing in the mezzanine from 6 to 7 p.m. Letstalkmn.com is a new website that provides information about mental-health crisis services available in northeastern Minnesota, with resources and phone numbers for 24-hour support. May is Mental Health Awareness…
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Our Town
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Our Town is a Pulitzer Prize-winning play by Thornton Wilder which hearkens back to an earlier time in small-town America. The residents of Grover’s Corners, New Hampshire experience joys and disappointments, life and death, and conclude that every moment of life should be treasured. The world becomes the characters' stage as they convene in a theater to reenact their stories from 100 years ago. Evening performances run Thursday through Saturday from May 24 until June 2, with a Sunday matinee…
Find out more »Jun 2018
Steve Earle & the Dukes 30th Anniversary of “Copperhead Road”
Three-time Grammy Award recipient and 11-time Grammy nominee Steve Earle returns to Duluth for a concert celebrating the 30th anniversary of the album Copperhead Road. Also on the bill are the Mastersons. Tickets are $56 and available online at jadepresents.com, in person at the Duluth Playhouse Box Office at the NorShor Theatre, open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or by calling 218-733-7555.
Find out more »NorShor Classic Film Series: Some Like It Hot
The NorShor Theatre kicks off its new classic film series with Billy Wilder and Marilyn Monroe's cross-dressing screwball comedy classic Some Like It Hot. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their…
Find out more »NorShor Poetry Series Featuring Ryan Vine
A new series celebrating the poetic word in the Mezzanine Lounge of the NorShor Theatre. Vine’s debut collection To Keep Him Hidden (Salmon, 2018) was a finalist for the May Swenson Prize, the New Issues Prize, the Crab Orchard Series, the MVP Prize from New Rivers Press and was selected by Robert Pinsky for the Dorset Prize. Kathleen Roberts and Rocky Makes Room For Them will be the opening acts for the evening. Tickets can be purchased the night of…
Find out more »Don Ness Shows off Duluth
Former Duluth Mayor Don Ness has put together another night of music, comedy and special guests -- "like a sampler-pack of fun and talented folks." Performers include: Two-time Olympian Kara Goucher Electronic folk artist Ingeborg von Agassiz Folk trio Lowland Lakers Comedians Mary Mack and Tim Harmston Guest appearances from some of Ness' favorite Duluthians The variety-show format will move quickly between music, stand-up, interviews, sketch comedy and surprises.
Find out more »Don Giovanni
Lyric Opera of the North presents Mozart's Don Giovanni, a melodramatic comic opera set in the “Golden Age” of 1930's Hollywood, based on the legends of Don Juan, a fictional seducer. In this Mozart-meets-the-movies production, the leading man uses his power to play with the lives of everyone on set. But every action has a consequence, and although he’s well-rehearsed, nothing could prepare him as the line between fantasy and reality blur at the movie studio. Christina Baldwin directs, Dirk…
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The Music Man
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There’s trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Con-man Harold Hill has made small-town River City, Iowa his next mark. The community (full of big personalities) buys into his scheme of a boys’ band including instruments, uniforms and lessons, none of which the Music Man intends to deliver. But librarian Marian Paroo is onto him. Performances run July 12-29.
Find out more »Aug 2018
NorShor Classic Film Series: Cool Hand Luke
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with Cool Hand Luke. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Take it with You: The Ballad of Mitchell P. Crumpleton
Set in a watering hole on the shores of Lake Superior, this live radio play and podcast follows Blake Thomas and a colorful group of his multi-talented pals, patrons and employees as they stumble through each new 60-minute adventure, filled with original music, laughs, sound effects, conversation and beer swilling. Advice from local leaders, authors, experts and business owners plus performances from regional guest artists round out every live show.
Find out more »Puddles Pity Party
Puddles, the sad clown with the golden voice, broke out after stints as a guest performer on the 2010 Aqua Teen Hunger Force Live tour and 2013 Eels tour and making special appearances at Seattle’s Teatro ZinZanni and NYC’s Sleep No More. It was Halloween 2013 when Puddles teamed with Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox to record a version of the Lorde hit “Royals,” which went viral on YouTube, having received more than 24 million views. Puddles has since performed all…
Find out more »Sep 2018
NorShor Classic Film Series: Duck Soup
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with the Marx Brothers' pre-code masterpiece Duck Soup. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
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The Full Monty
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Full of heart and filled with lovable misfits, this musical is based on the cult hit film of the same name. The story sees a group of unemployed steelworkers exchange pickaxes for poles in order to shore up their bank accounts and their mojos. The Full Monty runs through Sept. 13-30, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased anytime online, by calling 218-733-7555 or in-person at the box office during regular business…
Find out more »Oct 2018
Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, often cited as a catalyst for an entire movement in country rock and American roots music, performs.
Find out more »NorShor Classic Film Series: Rear Window
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with the Alfred Hitchcock's Rear Window. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Take it with You: I Know What You Did Last Weekend
The all-original live radio theater podcast presents its fifth annual Halloweeny episode. Set in a watering hole on the shores of Lake Superior, Take it with You follows Blake Thomas and a colorful group of his multi-talented pals, patrons and employees as they stumble through each new 60-minute adventure, filled with original music, laughs, sound effects, conversation and beer swilling. Advice from local leaders, authors, experts and business owners plus performances from regional guest artists round out every live show.
Find out more »Nov 2018
NorShor Classic Film Series: Singin’ in the Rain
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with Singin' in the Rain, now with sound! The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
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Beauty and the Beast
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The Duluth Playhouse presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast on the NorShor Theatre stage. The stage production of the Disney musical runs from Nov. 29 through Dec. 16, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday's at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased anytime online, by calling 218-733-7555, or in-person and the box office during regular business hours.
Find out more »Dec 2018
NorShor Classic Film Series: It’s a Wonderful Life
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with It's a Wonderful Life. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Jan 2019
Rumours
Classic Albums Live performs the Fleetwood Mac album Rumours at the NorShor Theatre.
Find out more »Martin Sexton and Chris Trapper
NorShor Classic Film Series: On the Waterfront
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with Elia Kazan's pro-Red Scare parable On the Waterfront. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
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Don’t Dress for Dinner
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Bernard is planning a romantic weekend at his charming converted French farmhouse with his side-dish, a Parisian model named Suzanne. The first order of business: get his wife, Jacqueline, on a train to see her mother. Second order of business: pick best friend Robert up from the train station because when you’re dating a model it’s hard to keep it a secret, so why bother ... Of course, even the best-laid plans often go awry. Which is what happens when…
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Duluth Comedy Fest: Alex Edelman and Gary Gulman
Jade Presents and Twin Ports Nightlife bring Duluth its first comedy festival, featuring national and regional comedians bringing the laughs to multiple local venues over the course of two days. Headlining performances at the NorShor Theatre on Friday are Alex Edelman and Gary Gulman. Saturday features Tig Notaro and Brian Posehn. Alex Edelman's one-hour BBC radio special, Peer Group, was released in 2018. He won the prestigious Foster's Best Newcomer prize at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for his one-man show,…
Find out more »Duluth Comedy Fest: Tig Notaro and Brian Posehn
Jade Presents and Twin Ports Nightlife bring Duluth its first comedy festival, featuring national and regional comedians bringing the laughs to multiple local venues over the course of two days. Headlining performances at the NorShor Theatre on Saturday are Tig Notaro and Brian Posehn. Brian Posehn has recently been seen on the Netflix comedy Lady Dynamite and FX’s You’re The Worst and in his recurring roles on The Big Bang Theory and New Girl. He was one of the stars…
Find out more »NorShor Classic Film Series: His Girl Friday
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with His Girl Friday. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Maria Bamford
Standup comedian Maria Bamford returns to her hometown for a show at the NorShor Theatre. Tickets can be purchased online at etix.com.
Find out more »Maria Bamford
Standup comedian Maria Bamford returns to her hometown for the second of two performances at the NorShor Theatre. Jackie Kashian opens the show. Tickets can be purchased online at etix.com.
Find out more »Mar 2019
Postmodern Jukebox
Postmodern Jukebox, a rotating musical collective founded by arranger and pianist Scott Bradlee, brings its "Welcome to the Twenties 2.0 Tour" to Duluth. The group is known for reworking popular modern music into different vintage genres, especially early 20th Century forms such as swing and jazz. Tickets can be purchased online at jadepresents.com.
Find out more »Under the Streetlamp
Produced by Jade Presents, Under The Streetlamp delivers an electrifying evening of classic hits from the American radio songbook, bringing their blend of harmonies and dance moves to favorite doo-wop, Motown and old time rock ‘n’ roll hits. The group was founded by leading cast members of the Tony Award-winning sensation Jersey Boys. When their run in that show ended, they formed Under The Streetlamp as a musical celebration. The guys have performed in over a dozen shows on Broadway…
Find out more »NorShor Classic Film Series: Rio Bravo
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with Rio Bravo. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
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Sweeney Todd
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This musical thriller tells the story of an obsessively vengeful barber and his twisted partnership with the outrageous Mrs. Lovett, who devise a devilish plot to add a special ingredient to a recipe that has all of London dying for their pies. Todd embarks on a rampage to right the wrongs of so many years ago. Sweeney Todd runs from March 28 through April 14, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased…
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Mental Health Awareness Concert
Them Coulee Boys and Dead Horses perform on the NorShor's main stage at 7 p.m. for this Mental Health Awareness Concert. Three Altos and Elsa Lee perform in the NorShor mezzanine starting when the doors open at 6 p.m. All proceeds go to CHUM.
Find out more »NorShor Classic Film Series: Double Indemnity
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with Double Indemnity. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
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The Government Inspector
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A farce in the truest sense of the word, The Government Inspector, follows the exploits of a small-town mayor and his accomplice as they get word that an inspector sent from the state would be examining their town incognito. Terrified that their massive corruption will be discovered, the mayor and his gang of officials mistake a low-level bureaucrat staying at a local inn as the inspector. Hilarity ensues as they try to bribe, seduce and dupe him in this case…
Find out more »Duluth Superior Film Festival 2019
The 10th annual Duluth Superior Film Festival runs May 29 to June 2 at venues such as the Zeitgeist Arts Building, NorShor Theatre and other settings along the shores of Lake Superior. The five days of events include numerous film screenings -- some with visiting filmmakers to introduce and discuss their works. The array of supporting events include panels, discussions, parties and live music. Opening night features the Minnesota premiere of Mike Scholtz's documentary Riplist, in which a group of…
Find out more »Jun 2019
NorShor Classic Film Series: From Here to Eternity
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with From Here to Eternity. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Ani DiFranco
Grammy-winner Ani DiFranco has sold more than 5.5 million albums on her own Righteous Babe Records, and recently released her 20th studio album. While she has been known as the “Little Folksinger,” her music has embraced many genres and collaborators ranging from Pete Seeger to Chuck D to Prince. DiFranco’s memoir, No Walls and the Recurring Dream, was released in May. Diane Patterson opens the show. Tickets are $49.50 plus additional fees, available online at jadepresents.com or norShortheatre.com, in person…
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Grease
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"Join the Rydell High School class of 1959 including head 'greaser' Danny Zuko and new girl Sandy Dumbrowski as they try to relive their summer romance along with the T-Birds, the Pink Ladies, and the rest of the gang singing their way through 'Summer Nights,' 'Greased Lightnin' and many more. Grease runs July 11-28, Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at anytime online, by calling 218-733-7555 or in-person at the box…
Find out more »Aug 2019
NorShor Classic Film Series: Rebel Without a Cause
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with one of James Dean's three best films, Rebel Without a Cause. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »Sep 2019
One event on Sep 20, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 21, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 26, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 27, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 28, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 29, 2019 at 2:00 pm
Smokey Joe’s Café
One event on Sep 20, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 21, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 26, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 27, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 28, 2019 at 7:30 pm
One event on Sep 29, 2019 at 2:00 pm
The Duluth Playhouse presents Leiber and Stoller’s hit musical revue, Smokey Joe’s Cafe, at the NorShor Theatre from Sept. 19-29. The production is directed by returning guest director, Michael Matthew Ferrell. Smokey Joe’s Cafe is a rock 'n' roll, rhythm and blues revue featuring all the best hits of Leiber and Stoller. This musical showcases 30 songs, including songs made famous by The Coasters, Elvis Presley and The Drifters. Smokey Joe’s Cafe was nominated for seven Tony Awards and was…
Find out more »Oct 2019
Tommy Emmanuel (Postponed)
This show has been rescheduled for March 25.
Find out more »Heroes & Villains of Broadway
A musical featuring songs from Broadway’s "bravest heroes and dastardly villains" from witches and beasts to princesses and kings. There will be opportunities to snag a photo and join the cast as they lead the interactive audience participation. The show is a part of the Family Edition Concert Series. Ticket sales are on hold and redeemable by membership.
Find out more »Heroes & Villains of Broadway
An evening of song celebrating Broadway’s most famous heroes and villains from shows like Hamilton, Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Wicked, Footloose, Into The Woods and more of Broadway’s most well-known musicals.
Find out more »Classic Film Series: Psycho
The Duluth Playhouse offers the chance to "see classic films as they were meant to be seen: on the big screen" in Duluth’s "historic movie palace." A post-show discussion follows in the Minnesota Power Mezzanine Lounge with hosts Jody Kujawa, Jason Scorich and Justin Peck. "Psycho" Movie Synopsis: Phoenix office worker Marion Crane is fed up with the way life has treated her. She has to meet her lover Sam in lunch breaks, and they cannot get married because Sam…
Find out more »Nov 2019
Church of Cash
Church of Cash is a Johnny Cash tribute band led by Jay Ernest. Doors open at 7 p.m., music starts at 8. Reserved seating is $25. Additional fees apply.
Find out more »Night at the NorShor
Lake Superior Youth Chorus hosts Night at the NorShor, a fundraising concert featuring all three LSYC choirs in their first performances of the season. The night begins with a social hour featuring appetizers and drinks from 6-6:30 p.m., with the musical program beginning shortly thereafter. Tickets for this event are free but must be reserved ahead of time at lsyouthchorus.org.
Find out more »Pert Near Sandstone, Jerry Douglas and Useful Jenkins
This night of bluegrass and roots music includes the hard-driving quintet Pert Near Sandstone, the legendary 14-time Grammy-winning dobro master Jerry Douglas, and rising regional stars Useful Jenkins. Pert Near Sandstone is finishing its next full-length release, due out in 2020. Expect to hear some debuts from that new album as the band woodsheds the new material ahead of its release. They’ve become leading stewards of roots music in the region, a role that has been magnified after launching the…
Find out more »To Have and Have Not
During World War II, American expatriate Harry Morgan helps transport a French Resistance leader and his beautiful wife to Martinique while romancing a sensuous lounge singer. Starring Humphrey Bogart, Lauren Bacall and Walter Brennan (1944). The Concessions and Maurices Lounge and Bar will open at 5:15 p.m. A post-show discussion will follow in the Minnesota Power Mezzanine Lounge with hosts Jody Kujawa, Jason Scorich and Justin Peck.
Find out more »Dec 2019
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 22, 2019
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 22, 2019
The Wizard of Oz
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 22, 2019
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Sunday and Saturday, repeating until Dec 22, 2019
The Wizard of Oz is presented by The Duluth Playhouse at the NorShor Theatre Dec. 5-22 Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Synopsis: Living on a Kansas farm with her aunt, uncle and dog Toto, Dorothy Gale wishes for more. When a twister hits, Dorothy is whisked away to a fantastical world filled with munchkins, a living scarecrow, a tin man with no heart, a cowardly lion and a wicked witch that will do whatever…
Find out more »Jan 2020
NorShor Classic Film Series: A Streetcar Named Desire
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with A Streetcar Named Desire. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats.
Find out more »1964: the Tribute
Beatles tribute band 1964: the Tribute takes the stage at the NorShor Theatre. Doors open at 7 p.m.; the music starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are $37.50 in advance and $41.50 the day of the event. Advance tickets can be purchased at NorShorTheatre.com. For more information visit jadepresents.com or contact the Duluth Playhouse Box Office at 218-733-7555.
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Steel Magnolias
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Hairspray is flying at Truvy’s beauty shop where the motto is “there is no such thing as natural beauty” in The Duluth Playhouse's production of "Steel Magnolias." Performances are Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. There will be brunch with the Sunday show. "Over the buzz of blow dryers, six southern spitfires gather each week to gossip, needle, and support each other through thick and thin from weddings and divorces to babies and funerals. And…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Steel Magnolias
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Hairspray is flying at Truvy’s beauty shop where the motto is “there is no such thing as natural beauty” in The Duluth Playhouse's production of "Steel Magnolias." Performances are Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. There will be brunch with the Sunday show. "Over the buzz of blow dryers, six southern spitfires gather each week to gossip, needle, and support each other through thick and thin from weddings and divorces to babies and funerals. And…
Find out more »Feb 2020
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Steel Magnolias
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Hairspray is flying at Truvy’s beauty shop where the motto is “there is no such thing as natural beauty” in The Duluth Playhouse's production of "Steel Magnolias." Performances are Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. There will be brunch with the Sunday show. "Over the buzz of blow dryers, six southern spitfires gather each week to gossip, needle, and support each other through thick and thin from weddings and divorces to babies and funerals. And…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Steel Magnolias
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Hairspray is flying at Truvy’s beauty shop where the motto is “there is no such thing as natural beauty” in The Duluth Playhouse's production of "Steel Magnolias." Performances are Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. There will be brunch with the Sunday show. "Over the buzz of blow dryers, six southern spitfires gather each week to gossip, needle, and support each other through thick and thin from weddings and divorces to babies and funerals. And…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Steel Magnolias
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Hairspray is flying at Truvy’s beauty shop where the motto is “there is no such thing as natural beauty” in The Duluth Playhouse's production of "Steel Magnolias." Performances are Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. There will be brunch with the Sunday show. "Over the buzz of blow dryers, six southern spitfires gather each week to gossip, needle, and support each other through thick and thin from weddings and divorces to babies and funerals. And…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Steel Magnolias
An event every week that begins at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Hairspray is flying at Truvy’s beauty shop where the motto is “there is no such thing as natural beauty” in The Duluth Playhouse's production of "Steel Magnolias." Performances are Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. There will be brunch with the Sunday show. "Over the buzz of blow dryers, six southern spitfires gather each week to gossip, needle, and support each other through thick and thin from weddings and divorces to babies and funerals. And…
Find out more »An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Steel Magnolias
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, repeating until Feb 9, 2020
One event on Feb 9, 2020 at 2:00 pm
Hairspray is flying at Truvy’s beauty shop where the motto is “there is no such thing as natural beauty” in The Duluth Playhouse's production of "Steel Magnolias." Performances are Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. There will be brunch with the Sunday show. "Over the buzz of blow dryers, six southern spitfires gather each week to gossip, needle, and support each other through thick and thin from weddings and divorces to babies and funerals. And…
Find out more »I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change
In celebration of Valentine's Day, The Duluth Playhouse presents "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change." Guests can choose to attend early for a cocktail hour. The show "takes on the truths and myths behind that conundrum known as 'the relationship.'" A kiss cam is featured during the show. There are opportunities for audience participation onstage where guests may be challenged on "how well they know their date." Tickets are not yet available through The Duluth Playhouse.
Find out more »I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change
In celebration of Valentine's Day, The Duluth Playhouse presents "I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change." Guests can choose to attend early for a cocktail hour. The show "takes on the truths and myths behind that conundrum known as 'the relationship.'" A kiss cam is featured during the show. There are opportunities for audience participation onstage where guests may be challenged on "how well they know their date." Tickets are not yet available through The Duluth Playhouse.
Find out more »NorShor Theatre Classic Film Series: It Happened One Night
The NorShor Theatre continues its classic film series with It Happened One Night. The NorShor's monthly Classic Film Series gives Twin Ports audiences the chance to see classic films on the big screen in Duluth’s historic movie palace. Drinks are available throughout the showing, and a post-show discussion follows the film. Seating will be available on the main orchestra level. Attendees can purchase tickets in advance to claim their seats. A post-show discussion will follow in the mezzanine lounge with…
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