ACTORS THEATER OF MN (Resident Theater Company of the Lowry Theater)
Downtown St. Paul

Deer Camp! – The Musical
September 26 - November 30, 2008
Between the Beer and the Bull, Who has Time to Hunt?
This laugh-out-loud musical follows the guys from Elmwood, MN on their annual hunting trip to deer camp where they do anything but hunt! But this year is different; after 15 years of coming home with nothing but a hangover, the guys are under a threat from their wives to “get a deer or else.”

A Tuna Christmas
December 5 - December 28, 2008
Come spend the holidays with all your favorite citizens of Tuna, Texas!
Two actors, along with some split-second costume changes, portray all 22 citizens of Texas’ third smallest town. Aunt Bertha and the girls from the Tasty-Crème Café – all back again. Hilarity for the entire family!

A Christmas Carol Holiday Feast
December 4 – December 14, 2008
This show offers a delightful adaptation of Dickens’ popular show. On arrival you are welcomed warmly by the cast and escorted to your table inside Charles Dickens’ country estate where he personally regales the audience with his timeless tale.
With three stages, live music and two dozen performers roaming through the dining area you become part of the show. The setting is perfect in the warmth of Wigington Hall located in the Harriet Island Pavilion right on the bank of the Mississippi River. 

Coming 2009…
TONY N’ TINA’S WEDDING Opens January, 2009

CHANHASSEN DINNER THEATRES -

40 Years of Making Memories with fine dining, spectacular Broadway-style productions, lavish costumes and set designs, the Chanhassen attracts both serious playgoers and entertainment seekers. We typically have three productions running simultaneously so you have your choice of production. Come experience the Chanhassen and Make a Memory!
 
Now Playing!
The Producers - on the Main Stage
Mel Brooks’ Outrageous Musical. The Producers will have you laughing from start to finish and leave you wanting more!

Alter Boyz  – in the Fireside
This hilarious tongue-in-cheek spoof is an evening of spectacular music, sinfully sensational dancing and uncontrollable laughter!

Another Night Before Christmas – Opens November 21, 2008 – in the Playhouse
An all new holiday musical jewel, this two character musical has a heartwarming Christmas story. You’re sure to be touched by Another Night Before Christmas.

Seven Brides for Seven Brothers – Opens February 6, 2009 – on the Main Stage
This charming musical comedy is laden with thrilling choreography and music that will keep you humming for days. 

The Drowsy Chaperone – Opens October 2, 2009
This hilarious tale does what a musical is supposed to do: It takes you to another world. Complete with thrills and surprises, this show has it all.
 
For reservations and information, contact the Box office at 800-362-3515 or Group Sales at 800-355-6273 or go online at www.ChanhassenDT.com

GUTHRIE THEATER

A Christmas Carol – November 18 – December 31, 2008
Miserly old Ebenezer Scrooge greets Christmas Day with his well-known bah humbug! On Christmas Eve, the ghost of his old business partner, Jacob Marley, visits Scrooge in his bedroom. Marley has been doomed in death to wear the chains he forged in life through his stinginess, greed and uncaring attitude toward others. Scrooge's chain, he says, is much longer than his own, but there is still time for Scrooge to change. The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Yet to Come also visit Scrooge during his restless night to show him happy memories from his past, cruel realities from his present and the very likely future should Scrooge continue his cantankerous ways. This perennial family holiday entertainment, inspired by Charles Dickens' immortal tale, returns for its 34th year. For Tickets call 612.377.2224 or toll-free at 1.877.44STAGE, 612.377.6626 TTY or in person at the Box Office. The Box Office is open daily from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Hours may vary when the theater is not in production.

MUSIC BOX THEATRE – at 14th & Nicollet

Triple Espresso... a highly caffeinated comedy! Back for a limited time only!
A hilarious entertainment experience for ages 6 - 106. The story of three entertainers who reunite and relive the hilarious showbiz pitfalls that lead to their break up. Come and see what they did on national television that got them banned from showbiz for life! www.TripleEspresso.com 612-871-1414 Email: tickets@tripleespresso.com

OLD LOG THEATER

The Old Log Theater continues to offer four dinner entrée options in our dining room for our pre-show dinner, including Mediterranean Penne Pasta with a Pesto Cream (vegetarian), Artichoke Stuffed Chicken Breast, along with the old favorites Oven Roasted Prime Rib and Walleye Pike Almandine. For group events this holiday season we also have an Hors d’oeuvres menu for a pre-show/pre-dinner reception or cocktail hour and a new Special Dessert Menu which can be used to upgrade a group’s dinner menu or as a stand alone option for a pre-show social gathering. Call Kevin/Group Sales at (952) 474-0848 for details.

Now Playing!

Unnecessary Farce - The Regional Premiere of a new American Comedy
October 3rd, 2008 through February 14th, 2009
Thursday, Friday, Saturday Evenings at 8:00p.m.
Sunday Matinees at 2:00p.m.
October 5th to November 2nd & January 4th to February 8th
Sunday Evenings at 7:00p.m. November 9th to December 28th 

In a small American town, a bumbling mayor, incompetent cops, the Highland Clan's Big Mac and the infamous Highland Hitman all converge in adjoining hotel rooms in a sting operation that goes haywire. Two inexperienced police officers are set to secretly videotape the town’s accountant as she’s about to trap the Mayor in an embezzlement scheme. Things begin to unravel when the Mayor runs into one of the officers in the lobby and the other officer begins an affair with the accountant! The money being tracked is a tied to the Scottish Mafia and the Highland Hitman, with his deadly sounding bagpipes, is coming to take care of the problem. To crack the case, the officers must overcome their fear of the dark, guns, enclosed spaces, and the opposite sex.“Two hours of non-stop laughter…More tasty twists than a bag full of Twizzlers!” – Between The Lines News.

Elves and the Shoemaker - Our Winter Children’s Production - A Holiday Tradition at the Old Log
Saturdays at 2:00pm, November 15th through December 27th, 2008 with additional shows listed below:
Friday, November 28th 2:00pm (with an appearance from Santa)
Saturday, November 29th 2:00pm (with Carolers before the show)
Friday, December 26th 2:00pm
Sunday, December 28th 2:30pm (note special time)
Monday, December 29th 2:00pm
Tuesday, December 30th 2:00pm
Wednesday, December 31st 2:00pm

PLYMOUTH PLAYHOUSE

Church Basement Ladies 2: A Second Helping: Holiday Show opening soon…call the box office for details!
It's 1969. The world is changing and the ladies of the church prepare for changes of their own below the house of God. As always, you'll "laugh until your sidedish hurts" with their hilarious antics and down-to-earth charm from within the church basement. This is most certainly true! Audiences love Church Basement Ladies 2! Perfect for group Holiday events!
Box Office: 763-553-1600 x 1, Email: bompp@plymouthplayhouse.com
Group Sales: 763-383-1073
Email: groupst@plymouthplayhouse.com

WABASHA STREET CAVES

Down In History – The Saint Paul Gangster Tour & Historic Cave Tour are done year ‘round, so go to our web site calendar at http://www.wabashastreetcaves.com/ to keep up to date on our scheduled tours.  We also do tours for groups of 25+ to fit your time schedule. Enjoy a Blast from the Past. Give us a call when planning your next visit to Saint Paul.

Swing night: Join the fun on Thursdays at the Wabasha Street Caves.
Performing bands include: The Moonlight Serenaders, The Minnesota Jazz Orchestra, Beasley's Big Band, Swing Beat, and others! In December we offer Winter Light Tours on Saturdays from 7:00 to 9:00 pm http://www.wabashastreetcaves.com/