Letters Aloud: Be the Change
The approximate run time of the event is TBD. Letters Aloud presents BE THE CHANGE, a lively and inspiring performance that brings to life over a dozen letters written by young people to their heroes throughout history, the responses they received, and their powerful impact on society. Among the many letters in this program, Stan Lee makes good on a decades old promise, a 9-year-old hoopster consults NBA superstar Steph Curry on his shoe empire, a teenaged Tom Hanks tries to get “discovered”, and an 11-year-old girl tells Abraham Lincoln to grow a beard. Our production will include letters written by St. Kate’s students and community members. BE THE CHANGE is a powerful reminder that writing one single letter can truly change the world. THIS PERFORMANCE IS SUBSCRIPTION ELIGIBLE. CLICK HERE TO EXPLORE SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5 – $33 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. For accessibility information please click here.
Gales of November
The approximate run time of the event is TBD. Honoring the 50th anniversary, this story centers on the mysterious sinking of “The Fitz,” lost with all hands in a raging storm on Lake Superior, November 10, 1975. Kevin Kling, Prudence Johnson, Ruth MacKenzie and Claudia Schmidt head an all-star cast that revisits the final voyage of the Great Lakes ore freighter SS Edmund Fitzgerald with GALES OF NOVEMBER, a touring concert adaptation of the critically acclaimed play TEN NOVEMBER. THIS PERFORMANCE IS SUBSCRIPTIN ELIGIBLE. CLICK HERE TO EXPLORE SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5 – $33 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. For accessibility information please click here.
Aftermath
The approximate run time of the event is TBD. Join us for a performance and conversation. What happens in communities after an incident of police violence? How do we heal and move forward? Led by nationally recognized director and choreographer Dominic Moore-Dunson, Aftermath brings together voices of St. Catherine’s student body and local Twin Cities artists to explore healing, resilience, and collective action through movement and storytelling. This project is informed by an exhibition of murals created during the 2020 uprising in Minneapolis, collected and preserved by local nonprofit Memorialize the Movement (memorializethemovement.com). The exhibit is hosted by the Catherine G. Murphy Gallery and the Frey Theatre at St. Kate’s from September 6 – November 16, 2025. For more information, visit gallery.stkate.edu. This event features a dynamic discussion panel, in partnership with Katie Leadership Impact, that brings together artists, activists, and cultural leaders who are using their voices and their work to challenge injustice, amplify marginalized stories, and imagine a more equitable world. THIS PERORMANCE IS SUBSCRIPTION ELIGIBLE. CLICK HERE TO EXPLORE SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5 – $33 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. For accessibility information please click here.
Not the Right Mom
The approximate run time of the event is TBD. A dynamic solo show written and performed by Megan Dolan, is a heartfelt comedy about a mother raising a son on the spectrum, who feels she’s falling short of expectations. With humor, warmth, and brutal honesty, Megan persists through painful playdates, bewildering support groups, and crazy making meal times – taking countless wrong turns along the way. “Megan gifts the audience the one thing every parent is looking for: a safe space to redefine heroism as the ability to laugh, love, and cry all while wanting to slow down time because you don’t want to miss a thing.” –LA Parent Magazine THIS PERFORMANCE IS SUBSCRIPTION ELIGIBLE. CLICK HERE TO EXPLORE SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5 – $33 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. For accessibility information please click here.
Kevin Kling & Friends: Tales from the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log
The approximate run time of the event is TBD. Kevin Kling, Dan Chouinard and Simone Perrin perform their celebrated holiday show, “Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log.” Joined again by the ever-popular Brass Messengers, the show has been performed every year since 1995 and has become a holiday tradition for many. THIS PERFORMANCE IS SUBSCRIPTION ELIGIBLE. CLICK HERE TO EXPLORE SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5 – $33 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. For accessibility information please click here.
All Things Equal: The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
The approximate run time of the event is 95 minutes with no intermission. Over the course of ninety fascinating and often funny minutes, the play presents an intimate portrayal of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a true American original. Written by multiple Tony Award-winning playwright Rupert Holmes and stars acclaimed actress Michelle Azar. To learn more about the play, click here. THIS PERFORMANCE IS SUBSCRIPTION ELIGIBLE. CLICK HERE TO EXPLORE SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5 – $36 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. For accessibility information please click here.
Minnesota Humanities Center Presents: Kumbayah, the Juneteenth Story: Special Edition
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes with no intermission. Kumbayah, the Juneteenth Story: Special Edition This theatrical experience, written by Rose McGee, takes audiences on a journey into the past, addressing the origins of Juneteenth and the imagined impact on the lives of individuals hearing the news of the Emancipation Proclamation and that the Civil War was over. This performance is presented by Sweet Potato Comfort Pie in partnership with the Minnesota Humanities Center. For accessibility information please click here.
In Full Bloom! Spring Showcase from St. Paul Ballet
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5.00 – $50.00 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. In Full Bloom! is a radiant celebration of the artistry, resilience, and passion of St. Paul Ballet’s student dancers—an uplifting experience we all need right now. This annual showcase blends beloved classical works with vibrant new choreography created especially for these dancers, offering a dynamic and emotional journey for performers and audiences alike. This year’s program features new original work from Helen Hatch and guided improvisation directed by Blake Nellis, alongside choreography by Alejandra Iannone, Aloe Lui, Dexter Carlson, Christina Onusko, and Anna Pinault. Guest performers from CAAM Chinese Dance Theater and Hatch Dance enrich the program. Modern works will be accompanied live by SPB musicians Joe Strachan, Amelie Banks, and Ian Witry, blending movement and music seamlessly.Highlights include Kinetic Canvas, where our youngest dancers bring paintings to life through movement, and Le Jardin Animé (Animated Garden), the dream sequence from Le Corsaire, where nature blossoms into wonder and enchantment. From the first graceful steps of beginning students to the confident presence of advanced pre-professional dancers, In Full Bloom! showcases the extraordinary talent blossoming within the School of St. Paul Ballet. Audiences are invited to experience the powerful emotions and joyous spirit of live performance, feeling every note and movement alongside the dancers. More than a showcase, In Full Bloom! is a hopeful, heart-lifting reminder of the creativity and light young artists bring to the world—and a celebration of you, the community that lifts and inspires them. *Patrons who would like to control the volume of their listening experience, assistive listening devices and sensory ear plugs are available upon request at the Ticket Office. More info at: https://oshag.stkate.edu/accessibility*Patrons can book a wheelchair accessible seat online, but we encourage you to call the Ticket Office if you have any questions during the booking process.
In Full Bloom! Spring Showcase from St. Paul Ballet
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes with one 15 minute intermission. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5.00 – $50.00 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. In Full Bloom! is a radiant celebration of the artistry, resilience, and passion of St. Paul Ballet’s student dancers—an uplifting experience we all need right now. This annual showcase blends beloved classical works with vibrant new choreography created especially for these dancers, offering a dynamic and emotional journey for performers and audiences alike. This year’s program features new original work from Helen Hatch and guided improvisation directed by Blake Nellis, alongside choreography by Alejandra Iannone, Aloe Lui, Dexter Carlson, Christina Onusko, and Anna Pinault. Guest performers from CAAM Chinese Dance Theater and Hatch Dance enrich the program. Modern works will be accompanied live by SPB musicians Joe Strachan, Amelie Banks, and Ian Witry, blending movement and music seamlessly. Highlights include Kinetic Canvas, where our youngest dancers bring paintings to life through movement, and Le Jardin Animé (Animated Garden), the dream sequence from Le Corsaire, where nature blossoms into wonder and enchantment. From the first graceful steps of beginning students to the confident presence of advanced pre-professional dancers, In Full Bloom! showcases the extraordinary talent blossoming within the School of St. Paul Ballet. Audiences are invited to experience the powerful emotions and joyous spirit of live performance, feeling every note and movement alongside the dancers. More than a showcase, In Full Bloom! is a hopeful, heart-lifting reminder of the creativity and light young artists bring to the world—and a celebration of you, the community that lifts and inspires them. *Patrons who would like to control the volume of their listening experience, assistive listening devices and sensory ear plugs are available upon request at the Ticket Office. More info at: https://oshag.stkate.edu/accessibility*Patrons can book a wheelchair accessible seat online, but we encourage you to call the Ticket Office if you have any questions during the booking process.
Chandreyee Basu Thakur Presents: Rhythms of Krishna
The approximate run time is 110 minutes with no intermission. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $10 – $15 if booked directly through the Ticket Office in person or by phone at: 651-690-6700. Credit card transactions will also be charged a 3% processing fee. See Ticket Office information here. Rhythms of Krishna is a celebration of devotion, story telling, and artistic grace expressed through the rich traditions of two exquisite Indian classical dance forms. Experience the elegance of Mohiniyattam from Kerala and the expressive dynamism of Bharatanatyam from Tamil Nadu, brought to life by renowned danseuse and choreographer Chandreyee Basu Thakur and her talented disciples. The performance pays homage to various facets of Krishna’s life through intricate gestures, varied expressions, and rhythmic footwork. Witness tradition come alive in a mesmerizing blend of music, movement, and myth, where every step tells a story. Rhythms of Krishna promises an unforgettable evening steeped in cultural richness and spiritual depth. One of the performances introduces Dasavatara, the ten primary avatars of Vishnu the Preserver. Krishna is one of the avatars and a major protagonist of the Indian epic Mahabharata. Each act brings to life the multifaceted persona of Lord Krishna: The Mischievous Infant, The Protector, The Friend, and The Divine Lover. The program ends with Dance of Divine Love or Raas Leela. This timeless act narrates the enchanting tales of Lord Krishna’s playful and divine interactions with Radha and the gopis (cowherd girls).
