Ananya Dance Theatre Presents – Antaranga: Between You and Me
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes with no intermission. ANTARANGA: BETWEEN YOU AND ME is set in a world in deep crisis, where most people have lost their ability to sense the energy of other human beings and can no longer recognize or connect with each other. A few humsafar (“fellow travelers” in Urdu) remain, blessed with super-connecting and heart-opening powers. As they undertake perilous journeys, they forge connectivities that may yet heal the world. ANTARANGA is the first work in a duology, and explores themes of intimacy, connection, trust, and community among BIPOC women/femmes. Ananya Dance Theatre’s ensemble of BIPOC women/femme dance artists will celebrate its 20th season in 2025, with the second and final work in this series.
Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre Presents: REUNIÓN-Decameron
The approximate run time of the event is 75 minutes with no intermission. In REUNIÓN-Decameron, Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre reunites a cast of internationally acclaimed flamenco artists for an extraordinary celebration of artistic resilience. REUNIÓN-Decameron has its origins in a work conceived by Zorongo Artistic Director Susana di Palma four years ago during the height of COVID isolation. Inspired by Giovanni Boccaccio’s Black Death-era novel “Decameron,” di Palma virtually brought together a group of world-renowned artists for Decameron 20:20. Now, four years later, Zorongo reunites these artists in person for the first time here to bring their artistry, talents, and creativity to Twin Cities audiences for an unparalleled experience. Featuring guitarist/composer José Luis de la Paz (recognized as one of the best flamenco guitarists of his generation), singer/percussionist Francisco “Yiyi” Orozco, and dancer/choreographers Fanny Ara, Emilio Ochando, Isaac Tovar, and Susana di Palma. Highlighting the innovation spurred by the pandemic, Fanny Ara virtually choreographed “Les Dames en Bleu,” to be premiered by the Zorongo Ensemble (Amanda Dlouhy, Deborah Elias, Rachel Holmes Fargione, Laura Horn, Angela Rancone, Molly Stoltz). The performance will also feature multimedia elements, with video artist Jim Peitzman incorporating footage from the original Decameron 20:20 project, blending past and present to create a rich, immersive experience, along with lighting design by Mike Grogan. For more information, visit www.zorongo.org This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. *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.
Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre Presents: REUNIÓN-Decameron
The approximate run time of the event is 75 minutes with no intermission. In REUNIÓN-Decameron, Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre reunites a cast of internationally acclaimed flamenco artists for an extraordinary celebration of artistic resilience. REUNIÓN-Decameron has its origins in a work conceived by Zorongo Artistic Director Susana di Palma four years ago during the height of COVID isolation. Inspired by Giovanni Boccaccio’s Black Death-era novel “Decameron,” di Palma virtually brought together a group of world-renowned artists for Decameron 20:20. Now, four years later, Zorongo reunites these artists in person for the first time here to bring their artistry, talents, and creativity to Twin Cities audiences for an unparalleled experience. Featuring guitarist/composer José Luis de la Paz (recognized as one of the best flamenco guitarists of his generation), singer/percussionist Francisco “Yiyi” Orozco, and dancer/choreographers Fanny Ara, Emilio Ochando, Isaac Tovar, and Susana di Palma. Highlighting the innovation spurred by the pandemic, Fanny Ara virtually choreographed “Les Dames en Bleu,” to be premiered by the Zorongo Ensemble (Amanda Dlouhy, Deborah Elias, Rachel Holmes Fargione, Laura Horn, Angela Rancone, Molly Stoltz). The performance will also feature multimedia elements, with video artist Jim Peitzman incorporating footage from the original Decameron 20:20 project, blending past and present to create a rich, immersive experience, along with lighting design by Mike Grogan. For more information, visit www.zorongo.org This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund. *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.
Ladies of Laughter: Funny & Fabulous Tour
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes with no intermission. 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. Join local brewery, Urban Growler, in the lobby before the show! They will be serving beer samples starting at 6:30 p.m. The Ladies of Laughter Funny & Fabulous Tour includes winners and the best talent from its competition. What started out as an annual videotape comedy competition in New York to honor a fellow woman in comedy who helped so many other get their start (Mary Jo Wobker), has steadily become known in the comedy world as the careerbuilder for women in comedy. Featuring Kelly MacFarland, Leighann Lord and Ruthy Ferrera. *ASL Interpretation is planned for this event. We invite you to reach out to the Ticket Office if you are planning or hoping to utilize this service. *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.
The Sound of (Black) Music
The approximate run time of the event is 75 minutes with no intermission. The ticket prices on this page reflect the face value price + $2.75 online Etix fee. Tickets are $5 – $39 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. The Sound of (Black) Music is a dynamic and groundbreaking production that reimagines one of America’s most beloved musical classics through a joyful, Afro-futuristic lens. The electrifying score, featuring elements of jazz, soul, funk, and afro-grooves, celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Black music and its impact on American popular culture. The show stars a spirited band of leading performers, including celebrated vocalists Brianna Thomas and C. Anthony Bryant, and musical director Charenee Wade. Co-directed by Shariffa Ali and Kamilah Long, this production reclaims the legacy of black music and its central role in shaping American culture.Originally created for the Fisher Center @ Bard’s BLACK ROOTS SUMMER in 2021, this groundbreaking production was subsequently listed among the Best New Theater of 2021 by The New York Times. *ASL Interpretation is planned for this event. We invite you to reach out to the Ticket Office if you are planning or hoping to utilize this service. *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.
Kevin Kling: The Love Show
The approximate run time of the event is TBD and will include a 15 minute intermission. 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. When there’s danger all about, that’s when the call goes out: “Here we come to save the day!” And you know that MIGHTY LOVE is on the way!In a world teaming with Jokers, Riddlers, Penguins and Crime Bosses we say, “Enough is Enough!” It’s time to take off the gloves and the scarf and hat.Once again, we’ve gathered our terrific team of inter-galactic talent, who by day walk among us as mild-mannered Prudence Johnson, Dan Chouinard, Claudia Schmidt, Dane Stauffer, Bradley Greenwald and Simone Perrin, but by night, specifically Valentine’s Day night, unleash their superpowers of Country (POW!), Opera (ZAP!), Folk (SHING!), Poetry (RELATE!) and the Spoken Word (MEZMERIZE!)The world needs love more than ever. And it starts here, at The O’Shaughnessy, Earth. SUBMIT A LOVE STORY TO KEVIN KLINGWe invite you to share a love story for Kevin Kling’s consideration to be read live at Kevin Kling: The Love Show on February 14. Hint: Stories that are brief (3-4 sentences) and humorous are most likely to be included!SUBMIT YOUR STORY VIA THIS FORM:Submission Form *ASL Interpretation is planned for this event. We invite you to reach out to the Ticket Office if you are planning or hoping to utilize this service. *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.
Kevin Kling and Friends: Tales from the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log
The approximate run time of the event is 140 minutes and will include a 15 minute intermission. The Brass Messengers will give a pre-show performance onstage starting at 7 p.m. Kevin Kling, Dan Chouinard and Simone Perrin perform their celebrated holiday show, “Tales From the Charred Underbelly of the Yule Log” at The O’Shaughnessy this year. 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. Kevin is best known for his popular commentaries on NPR and the PBS series, “Almanac”. His hilarious, often tender stories have delighted audiences around the world. Dan Chouinard is a local musical legend, arranging, performing, and creating programs with the best of the best. Simone Perrin entertains and amazes audiences with a voice that ranges from sublime to comic genius. Add in the musical acrobatics and anarchy of the Brass Messengers for the makings of an evening where everything is planned and then anything can happen. Like the holidays! “A new YULE LOG tradition at O’Shaughnessy is asking folks from the audience to share a brief holiday memory and I’ll read a handful of them from the stage. Humorous or moving or outrageous or tender — we welcome any personal stocking stuffer you would like to add. Keeping it brief is best and the more the merrier! Love, Kevin SUBMIT YOUR STORY HERE *ASL Interpretation is planned for this event. We invite you to reach out to the Ticket Office if you are planning or hoping to utilize this service. *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.
The Moth Project
The approximate run time of the event is 70 minutes with no intermission. David Attenborough meets Laurie Anderson in The MOTH PROJECT, a new production from Peter Kiesewalter, GRAMMY-nominated and EMMY-winning creator of the East Village Opera Company (“Highbrow and brilliant!” – New York Magazine). Blending music, family history, and moth lore, The MOTH PROJECT brings art and science together in entirely original and unexpected ways. The 70 minute show features two musicians performing a genre-defying range of music – from Bach to Joni Mitchell to KISS to original songs – while a stunningly integrated visual tour of images are projected onto them, enveloping them into a strange and remarkable world. Between songs, a narrative arc traces the parallel journeys of a moth’s life cycle and one family’s migration to North America.“This is storytelling lifted to the stars – a magical, mystical event that will leave you with awe-inspiring wonder!” – Front Row Center NYC, April 2024 Join Us Before the Show! Join us before the show for a FREE Preshow Event! Night Flyers: The Science of Moths Step into the nocturnal world of moths with the St. Catherine University Biology Department! Experience the chemistry of smell, watch the physics of flight, and explore the important role moths play in our ecosystem as key pollinators. Wrap up your evening with S’mores and cider on The O’Shaughnessy patio before heading inside the theatre for The Moth Project performance. *ASL Interpretation is planned for this event. We invite you to reach out to the Ticket Office if you are planning or hoping to utilize this service. *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.
McKnight Presents: SOLO: Six World Premiere Solos by the 2022 and 2023 McKnight Dancer Fellows
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes with one fifteen minute intermission. Please note: This performance features partial nudity. Viewer discretion is advised.Each year three exceptional Minnesota dance artists receive the coveted honor of a McKnight Dancer Fellowship. To celebrate them, we commission a solo dance for each of them from a choreographer of their choice. The 2022 & 2023 Dancer Fellows have selected an outstanding group of local, national and international dance artists to bring their choreographic imaginations to new and reimagined works expressly tailored for these exceptional performers. The result is an evening of Minnesota premieres, ranging from Baladi to Breaking to Ballet and more. Additional events: September 20, Post-show reception in the O’Shaughnessy lobby.September 21: Meet-the-Artists: Post-show Discussion Series immediately following the performance SOLO Dancers / Commissioned Choreographers Sam Aros-Mitchell (2023 Dancer Fellow) & Jose Limón (restaged by Dante Puleio)Leila Awadallah (2022 Dancer Fellow) & Alexandre Paulkevitch (Beirut)Demetrius McClendon/ImagineJoy (2023 Dancer Fellow) & Maurya Kerr (Oakland, CA) Sharon Picasso (2022 Dancer Fellow) & Ann Yee (MN & London)Yuki Tokuda (2023 Dancer Fellow) & Jennifer Hart (Austin, TX)Cheng Xiong (2022 Dancer Fellow) & Denden Karadeniz (Amsterdam) For more information visit: http://www.mcknightdancechoreo.org/solo
McKnight Presents: SOLO: Six World Premiere Solos by the 2022 and 2023 McKnight Dancer Fellows
The approximate run time of the event is 90 minutes with one fifteen minute intermission. A post-show talkback will follow the Saturday performance. Please note: This performance features partial nudity. Viewer discretion is advised.Each year three exceptional Minnesota dance artists receive the coveted honor of a McKnight Dancer Fellowship. To celebrate them, we commission a solo dance for each of them from a choreographer of their choice. The 2022 & 2023 Dancer Fellows have selected an outstanding group of local, national and international dance artists to bring their choreographic imaginations to new and reimagined works expressly tailored for these exceptional performers. The result is an evening of Minnesota premieres, ranging from Baladi to Breaking to Ballet and more. Additional events: September 20: Post-show reception in the O’Shaughnessy lobby. September 21: Meet-the-Artists: Post-show Discussion Series immediately following the performance SOLO Dancers / Commissioned Choreographers Sam Aros-Mitchell (2023 Dancer Fellow) & Jose Limón (restaged by Dante Puleio)Leila Awadallah (2022 Dancer Fellow) & Alexandre Paulkevitch (Beirut)Demetrius McClendon/ImagineJoy (2023 Dancer Fellow) & Maurya Kerr (Oakland, CA) Sharon Picasso (2022 Dancer Fellow) & Ann Yee (MN & London)Yuki Tokuda (2023 Dancer Fellow) & Jennifer Hart (Austin, TX)Cheng Xiong (2022 Dancer Fellow) & Denden Karadeniz (Amsterdam) For more information visit: http://www.mcknightdancechoreo.org/solo
