Talented group of people. Love coming here when we can The seating and building are accessible and…read moreeasy to navigate.

As a new theatre actor, having just finished my first production (Hanging of the Greens) and…read moreprepping for my second (Murder Room) both of which are Lakeshore productions, I must say I am particularly fond of this theatre. I was welcomed with open arms, and everyone at the theatre has been a joy to work with. A lot of time and care goes into the productions which are put together primarily by volunteers (the entire cast, most of the crew, etc). If you have the chance, do check out a performance, you're almost certain to have a good time! :)

We had an enjoyable evening seeing "The Rootbeer Lady" at the History Theatre…read more The ushers and attendants were eager to help and the seating was comfortable (I am a bigger guy and theater seating can get snug) We were able to hear everything and there was no obstructed view. The play itself was well done...I went in thinking that a one lady play was going to have a hard time entertaining for 90 minutes...but I was surprised. I would recommend that you take the time to see this play.

Had a great time at The Root Beer Lady production. I've loved this story for years and to see it on…read morestage made it even more special. Kim Schultz (aka Dorothy Molter) did an amazing job as a one-woman show. The set felt so nostalgic and brought a tear to my eye. I've never been to the History Theater before and was pleasantly surprised by this little gem. Thanks for selling Dorothy's root beer too. Bravo!!

I came here with my partner to watch "The Butler Did It". It's a great theatre in downtown St…read more Paul. The show itself was excellent, although I didn't understand all the references. The actors were very talented and I could tell the writer had a love for this inverse detective genre. It is a bit sad how quiet downtown St Paul is now, but I appreciated that the theatre was trying to partner with local businesses with som coupons to encourage you to patronize not just them. The show also seemed to have great attendance! Parking was not too bad. There are many lots in the area. I would not use ParkHero if you're going on a weekday -- it's not too busy and it's cheaper to pay at any of the downtown lots rather than reserving through the app.

I was super-impressed by both the theatre and the fantastic performance of the Chorus Line! The…read moreacting, staging, and performing were extremely high quality and it reminds me how strong the theatre is in the Twin Cities. Although there were four understudies taking on roles the night of this particular performance, I think they all did a fantastic job. The singing was professional, as well as the dancing. What a difficult thing to pull off successfully. Congratulations. We had fantastic seats, but it appeared that the sightlines would be good from most seats because of the good banking of the rows. I hope you have a fantastic run with this production!

I haven't been to the Penumbra in yearssssss, so this was a wonderful way to be reintroduced to the…read moretheatre. Tiffany Johnson, Sr. Marketing Director, put together a soirée before the show of live music, drinks and food. Definitely a nice touch upon entering. Once we were seated for the show, I was entertained from beginning to end! Black Nativity was "black story telling" at it's best. Most people know the story of the birth of Jesus, which isn't a very long story in the Bible that lasts possibly 1 chapter. To make a story that you already know a two hour story, through narrator, holiday and church songs is AMAZING! The narrator, Jennifer Whitlock, had this rich, full speaking voice that captivated me throughout the show. Her speaking voice commanded attention, without taking away from the songbirds. Ms. Greta Oglesby had such an amazing voice. Her voice was so powerful, with depth and range and she and Mr. Dennis Spears were a great pair. Mr. Spears, a complete performer, with song and DANCE. You can see how much these two love music and sore in their field. Everyone was amazing and they "took us to church!" The dancers made us "feel" the story thru dance. Great seats no matter where you sit. Thoroughly enjoyed the Penumbra.

Saw "Wedding Band" last night. This is a powerful, painful piece. The acting was such that it…read moredidn't feel like I was watching people on stage. It was like watching parts of my own life play out before me. The theater is small and comfortable. So intimate that the audience cannot help but to be immersed in the drama unfolding just a few feet away. There are no bad seats in the house. My girlfriend and I were late (took too much time at dinner at The Happy Gnome) and were seated in the back. We were able to move to our seats during intermission. I actually liked the seats in the back better because it was a look straight onto the stage. Our seats were to the right. Again, not bad. I just liked the other view a bit better. Everyone with whom we interacted were nice and welcoming. This was my first time here and I plan to return.

I have just absolutely loved every show and reading I've attended at Dreamland Arts. I don't know…read morehow they curate or select their artists, but everything I've attended has been emotional, thought-provoking and has had a creative prowess that keeps the bar high for other theaters and performance venues. There's something very special about the intimacy that a 40-seat theater can create and they do this right at Dreamland Arts.

A lovely small enchanting theater space right in a cozy residential neighborhood in St. Paul. If…read moreyou are wanting to expand your inner artsy self or perhaps expose your children to more creative adventures you owe it to yourself to pull up the website and see what is happening. I recently attended the one woman show called "woman who drink"--by Leslye Orr who is also part owner of the theater. I applaud and admire the brave soul she seems to be and am in awe of people that can be so uninhibited and free to just perform on stage and be vulnerable. This was the second time I have seen this show and I love it but she did inform the audience that the "ladies" are retiring after this weekend! Boooo hooo. On a side note Leslye is legally blind and also authored a book called the "People on the Corner" that is a story for children to help them understand that just because others may have differences like race, disabilities, family structures, cultures, we are all human and want to be acknowledged. Coming up for the trick-or-treating season they are hosting a dress up event for children dressed in costume to bring along a stuffed animal friend that is also dressed in costume and there will even be a little tea party after the show. Leslye and her husband Zaraawar Mistry seem to be a perfect pair that want to offer an event space for unique events where everybody is welcome and at affordable prices sometimes even just a donation!

How have I never reviewed the Ordway?! I come here often enough and for long enough…read more This is one of my favorite venues in the Twin Cities for theater. Seats are comfortable and have good leg room and not really a bad seat in the place. I also love the addition of the concert hall for smaller events. Staff are always helpful and friendly. The bars always do a fun drink that rotates for the show at the time. Do yourself a favor and pre-order a drink for intermission if you plan to have refreshments at that time. The one drawback here is parking. The ramps aren't super close (although, they're within an easy walk) and street parking in this area is always chaos, so give yourself plenty of time before your show to find space. If you haven't had the chance to enjoy and event here, get yourself to the Ordway!

We've been coming to the Ordway for years! It's definitely my preferred theater in the Cities!…read more Parking is a bit of a toss-up...here are my go-tos: hope for a miracle and get street parking, pay a little more and get a spot in a nearby garage, get a bite beforehand at the St. Paul Grill and use their Valet :) The space itself is very modern and clean! I actually like that it is updated and not a "historic" theater. You don't have steep staircases, old bathrooms, or impossibly tight leg room! Tickets are usually reasonably priced, and my favorite "cheat code" is to buy the "limited view" seats in the front corners, as they are significantly discounted, and often only have a minimal disruption in the view. Staff is always friendly and excited to welcome you to the show! They have snacks, coffee, and alcoholic drinks available for purchase, but often frown upon you bringing it into the theater with you, so plan ahead and get there before the show to enjoy!

I've been here a couple times and can't find any real reason to complain. The theater is small,…read moredated and not in a great area. They sell snacks, soda and when I was here for a special event they were serving alcohol. Bathrooms are small and located just off the lobby so if there is a line it goes right out into there. The shows here are original and fun. 3.5/5

Hi! I took one…read moreof my daughters to the Historic Mounds Dinner Theater all night pajama party a couple of nights ago, and we had such a great time! The paranormal team there was very warm and friendly as well as accomodating (Thank you, Lisa, especially!) We experienced lots of scary moments, and the activities held our interest as well as our enthusiasm. We especially enjoyed the ghost hunt and investigation! I so appreciate the good time that the staff there showed my daughter. She said she still can't stop talking about it; said she's obsessed with it now, and tells everyone all about our night there! We're both looking so forward to doing it again and my daughter, Christy said, "And next time I won't be so scared! I'll be able to keep my eyes open through the whole thing!" (She's so adorable.) My husband and I had been to the theater back in October on a ghost tour and we, too, had so much fun there together! In addition to that, we attended the Twin Cities Gangs History movie there; we enjoyed it immensely! There's not only the paranormal part of the theater activities, but there is an incredible amount of history there to be enjoyed, and appreciated. We so hope to see the Historic Mounds Dinner Theater maintained and supported by the public for another hundred years! Thank you again, especially to you, Lisa! You're super! ~Jeanie F. and Christy F.

My contractor does all the sets for the various musicals. They are all so professional with great…read morecasts, directors, stage crew, and everyone involved. I've seen 4 shows. Disney, Broadway, Sussical, and Spamalot. The sound and orchestra are great. The building is nicely laid out. Plenty of bathroom stalls and intermission goes fairly smoothly. They have a handicapped ramp and seating also. All seats are good because the stage and seats aren't far apart. They also have a black box theater that I haven't been to yet. Huge parking lot. Woodbury is growing, so this is a great spot for entertainment.

I mean going here and have never been to nothing like this as a kid was AWESome I Simply loved itread more