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
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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
Miss Richfield 1981’s Annual Holiday Show
Nov. 27 – Dec. 13, 2009 Our favorite gal from Richfield is on the bus as President Obama’s Czaress of Tolerance. She will acknowledge those who are different in color, religious beliefs and even physical capabilities. Nobody is left out of this show, which Miss R promises will go to new depths with new music, new videos and even some new jokes because it’s a new world out there! |
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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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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 The Great American Trailer Park MusicalArea Premiere
Music & Lyrics by David Nehls; Book by Betsy Kelso November 6 - 22, 2009 Note: This production contains adult language. Armadillo Acres is Florida’s most exclusive mobile home community. But when a stripper on the run comes between an agoraphobic housewife and her tollbooth collector husband, the hurricane of laughter begins to brew. Complete with a trashy Greek chorus of trailer park divas, this campy, caustic musical fable is rife with adultery, sleaze and murderous ex-boyfriends. “South Park meets Desperate Housewives in this big-hearted new musical comedy.” –NY Sun |
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Save 25% when you purchase a 2009-2010 Season Package! Each package includes 1 ticket to Bill W. & Dr. Bob, 1 ticket to Miss R's Annual Holiday Show, and 1 ticket to My Antonia
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.