Theatre in the Round

"this show would be a great first-time Shakespeare experience for a theater newbie, and it is also a polished performance for that Shakespeare geek in your life."

Thank you for the lovely review, Twin Cities Geek !

Tickets are still available online and at the door for tonight's performance!

Theatre in the Round’s “King Lear” Is a Classic Play with a Classic Touch This month, Theatre in the Round opened its 73rd season with a rendition of Shakespeare’s King Lear.

Theatre in the Round is bringing the classic (and bloody) Shakespearean tragedy KING LEAR to life on their unique and historic stage, with a female actor playing the title character. Read our bloggers thoughts about the show (link to full reviews in comments), and see the show before it closes on October 6.

The Stages of MN writes, "Lear is played by Meri Golden and she does an excellent job in the role. Her manic pacing and constant movement is a nice physical expression of the Kings restless and unmoored mind."

Cherry and Spoon agrees: "She's fantastic, and it's wonderful to see a female actor get a crack at this iconic role. She's supported by a large and talented cast, and sparse but effective design, for an engaging take on this classic."

Photo credit: Aaron Mark Photo Film

Don't despair - there are still 6 more performances of KING LEAR. Don't miss this action-packed production of Shakespeare's classic tragedy. Tickets for this weekend are still available online and at the door.

KING LEAR runs now through October 6
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm
More info & Tickets → https://www.theatreintheround.org/king-lear/

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St. Paul College wrote up this lovely feature about KING LEAR costume designer, Bejou Leifeld. Come see Bejou's costumes this weekend. Tickets are still available, but Sunday is filling up, so don't delay!

KING LEAR runs now through October 6
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm
More info & Tickets → https://www.theatreintheround.org/king-lear/

Cosmetology Student brings a Flare to the Theater - Saint Paul College Cosmetology student Bejou Leifeld has brought her colorful talents to the theater as she volunteers as a Costume Designer for the William Shakespeare play King Lear at the Theatre in the Round.

Thank you to everyone who came out to audition for THE UNEXPECTED GUEST and congrats to the cast!

THE UNEXPECTED GUEST runs November 22 to December 22.
Individual tickets go on sale October 8.

Flexible Season Package holders can reserve tickets NOW. If you haven't gotten your package yet, don't delay → https://ci.ovationtix.com/36417/store/packages

Do you have your tickets for KING LEAR yet? Only 6 more performances of this fantastic production.

KING LEAR runs now through October 6
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm
More info & Tickets → https://www.theatreintheround.org/king-lear/
Photo by Bill Clark

Individual Tickets are now on sale for REUNION (AFTER THE END OF THE WORLD) by Minnesota native Will Quam, featuring a cast of students from FAIR School for Arts.

After The Event wiped out civilization as we know it, a group of students walled themselves in their former school to build a new society, free from the past. But when a group of outside kids show up, the past and present reunite in a play about what it means to be a kid in extraordinary circumstances. A post-apocalyptic Sci-Fi story for all ages.

REUNION (AFTER THE END OF THE WORLD)
November 1 to 10, 2024
Fridays/Saturdays 7:30pm
Sundays 2pm
Tickets → https://ci.ovationtix.com/36417/production/1202396

The Pay-What-You-Can performance of KING LEAR is tonight, Monday, September 23 at 7:30pm. Tickets are available online in advance at tiered prices or any amount at the door (online sales close 2 hours before curtain). $10+ is suggested, but no one will be turned away.

General Admission only, doors open at 6:30pm.
Tickets → https://ci.ovationtix.com/36417/production/1209905

The forecast might show only a slight chance of rain this weekend, but there is a 100% chance of storms at Theatre in the Round. Join us for the second weekend of KING LEAR; tickets are still available online or at the door.

Tickets → https://ci.ovationtix.com/36417/production/1202390

Planning to bring a group or see other shows this season? Consider a 6 or 8 Ticket Flexible Package → https://ci.ovationtix.com/36417/store/packages

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"In all, King Lear is a thought-provoking production well suited to the moment."

Thank you PhenoMNal Twin Cities, for this lovely review!

King Lear at Theater in the Round - PhenoMNal twin cities In the midst of a heated election season, Shakespeare’s masterful King Lear is the perfect reminder of the consequences of living in a “post-truth” society. If we demand to hear only the sweetest declarations of love and adoration, the “facts” that confirm our basest assumptions, can we be...

Join us for a post-show discussion with the cast and director of KING LEAR immediately following the 2pm performance on Sunday, September 22.

KING LEAR runs September 13 to October 6
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm
More info & Tickets → https://www.theatreintheround.org/king-lear/

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Thanks for coming, Lettered in Theatre!

Thanks for coming to our season opener, Cherry and Spoon!

"King Lear" at Theatre in the Round To begin their 73rd season, the oldest theater in Minneapolis is going back to a classic - the Shakespearean tragedy about a king gone mad a...

Thanks for coming to the show, The Stages of MN!

William Shakespeare’s King Lear Lets the Crazy Flow at Theatre in the Round Photo by Tom Taintor Being a Shakespeare fan, I myself find it odd that I’d never read or seen the King Lear produced. I knew the plot had to deal with a King who gets upset with his daughte…

Happy opening to the cast and crew of KING LEAR! Join us immediately following the performance for an opening night reception. Tickets are still available online and at the door.

KING LEAR runs September 13 to October 6
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm
More info → https://www.theatreintheround.org/king-lear/

Thank you also to our sponsors of this production: Ryan Spence Coaching and Milly’s Wine Bar & Bistro. It takes a village to get a production from auditions to opening and our local business partners are a part of making that happen!

In honor of tonight's preview, here is a Throwback Thursday to our 1995 production of KING LEAR, directed by Craig Johnson, with Charles Torrey in the title role and Michelle Greene as both Cordelia and the Fool.

Other cast: Gregory G. Giles, Alan R. Tilson, Robert-Bruce Brake, Laura Depta, Michael D. McGonagle, Tamsen Brock, Hobey Harden, Antay S. Bilgutay, Jack E. Rucker, and Adam S. Gordon.

When you come to KING LEAR, be sure to stop by concessions for a signature drink! The BLEAK & STORMY is a Blackberry, Ginger, & Lime Mocktail, reminiscent of a Dark & Stormy. Thank you to Earl Giles Distillery I Restaurant I Bottling Company for creating this flavor for us!

KING LEAR runs September 13 to October 6
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30pm, Sundays at 2pm
More info → https://www.theatreintheround.org/king-lear/

Save the date for special performances of KING LEAR.

👑Join us for a Post-Show-Discussion with the cast and director on Sunday, September 22, immediately following the 2pm performance.

👑Pay-What-You-Can on Monday, September 23 at 7:30pm. Tickets can be reserved in advance or purchased at the door. $10+ suggested.

👑Audio Description will be offered on Friday, October 4 at 7:30pm. To reserve that service, call 612-333-2919 or email [email protected].

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More information and tickets → https://www.theatreintheround.org/king-lear/

One week until KING LEAR opens! This bold production of Shakespeare's tragedy is the perfect kick off to our 73rd Season. Don't miss it!

KING LEAR runs September 13 to October 6
Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30pm
Sundays, 2pm
Tickets → https://ci.ovationtix.com/36417/production/1202390

See a sneak peek of our upcoming Ghosts in the Theatre storytelling and tour event at Imagine CedarFest on Sunday, September 8 at 12:30pm on the theatrical stage just off Cedar on 4th Street (towards Mixed Blood).

Be sure to stop by the Theatre in the Round booth as well!

DESIGN SNEAK PEEK: The costume shop has been humming! Check out these amazing textures from costumes designed by Bejou Leifeld! Thank you also to our fantastic volunteer costume crews!

Want more than a peek? Come see KING LEAR September 13-October 6!

"I shall divide my kingdom" - King Lear

DESIGN SNEAK PEEK: this beautiful map of Lear's Kingdom was created by prop designer, Mark Steffer, and - if you look closely - there are a few Easter Eggs 🙂

KING LEAR runs September 13 to October 6
Fridays/Saturdays, 7:30pm
Sundays, 2pm
Tickets → https://ci.ovationtix.com/36417/production/1202390