Illusion Theater
528 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Phone: 612-339-4944
Fax: 612-337-8042
Email: info [at] illusiontheater [dot] org
Welcome to Illusion Theater
Welcome! Illusion Theater’s mission is to create theater that illuminates the myths and realities of our times and to catalyze personal and social change. Stay tuned as we roll out our new and improved website!
Upcoming Events
My Antonia
Adapted by Allison Moore from Willa Cather’s novel with music by Roberta Carlson Feb. 19 – March 20, 2010 This tale of immigration, the windswept prairie, the longings of settlers of the American West, and their hardy adaptation is seen through the nostalgic eyes of narrator Jim Burden, who returns to his hometown after twenty years to see Antonia, the immigrant girl who shaped his understanding of life. |
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Special Event: Eisner’s Klezmorim presents Today is Purim – Haynt iz Purim
The English Language version with a historical introduction by Doug Cole. Directed by Lawrence Hutera Featuring Alexis Shapira, Carla Vogel, Virginia Rovine, Lawrence Hutera, and Doug Cole with musicians Judith Eisner, Rebecca Erickson, Patrick Harison, Diane Benjamin, and Leo Bjorlie February 28 at 3pm This zany, frolicking, fun-filled skit will be a wonderful theater experience for all ages. It will have live music, dancing, juggling, and audience participation. The audience will be invited to dance, sing, cheer, hiss, boo, and shake noise-makers when they see the villain or hear Homen’s name. Homentashen will be served following the performance. Children may enter free. Adult tickets are $10.00. |
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Groups of 10 or more people may be eligible to receive a Group Discount. Please call the Illusion Box Office at 612-339-4944 for details.
Education Information
Illusion Theater’s philosophy of learning is rooted in theater’s potential to be a compelling educational tool. The Outreach and Education Program has been successful at breaking through and transforming the fear that often surrounds difficult and controversial social issues. Since its inception in 1977, the program has presented workshops and performances to over one million children and adults in all 50 states and the Virgin Islands.
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To request more information about our Outreach and Education Program, please contact Education Program Director Karen Gundlach at 612-339-4944 ext. 229 or kgundlach@illusiontheater.org
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Minneapolis Musical Theatre presents Big River: The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
Music & Lyrics by Roger Miller; Book by William Hauptman; Based on Mark Twain’s 1884 classic novel April 9 – 25, 2010 Come along for the adventure of a lifetime! Join Huck Finn and the runaway slave Jim on a musical trip down the Mississippi River in Mark Twain’s classic tale. Their adventures are hilarious, suspenseful and heartwarming. This musical is propelled by Roger Miller’s award winning score and brings to life all your favorite characters, including a rascally pair of river drifters, a grieving heiress and – of course – Tom Sawyer. “A rousing, high spirited show that sets your hands to clapping, your feet to stomping and your heart to rise within you!” – WCBS-TV |
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Minneapolis Musical Theatre presents Mame
Music & Lyrics by Jerry Herman; Book by Jerome Lawrence & Robert E. Lee; Based on the novel ‘Auntie Mame’ by Patrick Dennis June 11 – 27, 2010 We’re putting a surprising twist on a classic musical as MMT co-founder Kevin Hansen assumes the title role. Mame’s wild, adventurous spirit is inside everyone who lives for the moment and believes that ‘life is a banquet!’ In the height of the roaring 20’s, ten-year-old Patrick is sent to live with his larger-than-life Auntie Mame, where he’s exposed to her wealthy friends and free-wheeling lifestyle. Both Mame and Patrick’s lives are turned upside down as they struggle to form a family through wild, turbulent times and still live life to its fullest. “In an era of global uncertainty and angst, Jerry Herman’s joyful classics seem like tonics for the soul.” –Backstage West |
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Become an Illusion Theater Member
For only $25, you receive 20% off of Illusion Theater tickets and 10% off of tickets to partner productions.
(Valid for 1 year from date of purchase. Limit 2 tickets per event. Must call Box Office for partner discounts.)
View videos from our innovative education programs:
Ready Set Action 2009
Excerpts of work with middle school students in Twin Cities schools--including comments, performances and class work.
Children and Youth (HS only)
Work with High School Students in the Twin Cities. Youth perform and discuss their thoughts on the work and the process
Youth Perform Their Work (24-7 only)Performance of One class of Minneapolis students in special diversion program. They perform scenes, songs and poetry developed in their work with Illusion.
Youth Perform Their Work
Collage of work from several Illusion residency programs in Twin Cities High Schools--all of this is part of the curriculum based class work.
Teaching Artists
Collage of Illusion Artist/educators working with youth during residencies in Twin Cities Schools.
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Special Parking Offer
Looking for a place to park? Valet your car in the Plymouth Building ramp at 517 Hennepin Avenue. Mention this at the box office when you pick up your tickets to get a 50% off coupon to use when you retrieve your car. Valid for any performances on Thursdays, Fridays, or Saturdays.
Stacey Dinner-Levin’s play Autistic License is now available on DVD. Visit www.autisticlicenseplay.com to order your copy.
Technicians Wanted
Illusion Theater maintains an active list of overhire technicians. Illusion is always looking to add to its list of technicians.
Individuals interested in run crew or overhire positions should send a resume and references to the production department by e-mailing tech [at] illusiontheater [dot] org (pdf format preferred).
Sound Technician Wanted
Illusion Theater is looking for a sound technician who is capable of setting up and running sound for a variety of productions. This is an overhire position, and may be a run crew position on occasion as well. Familiarity with SFX 5.6 through 6.1 is a plus, as is experience with digital mixing consoles, specifically Yamaha O1V96.
Individuals interested in this position should send a resume and references to the production department by emailing tech [at] illusiontheater [dot] org (pdf format preferred).
Group Discounts
Groups of 10 or more people qualify for a special group rate. Please call the Box Office at 612-339-4944 to make your reservations.