The Paul Bunyan Playhouse Summer 2022 Season
Tickets for individual shows go on sale beginning April 1, 2022.
1) All ticket sales are final. No refunds, exchanges, or price adjustments.**
2) Please check your tickets to confirm the day, date, and time of your seats.
3) All purchases are subject to $2 per ticket handling fee.
**Season Ticket holders will be allowed to exchange tickets for another performance of the same show with 24 hour or greater notice. Excludes tickets purchased with Flex Passes.
2) Please check your tickets to confirm the day, date, and time of your seats.
3) All purchases are subject to $2 per ticket handling fee.
**Season Ticket holders will be allowed to exchange tickets for another performance of the same show with 24 hour or greater notice. Excludes tickets purchased with Flex Passes.
ALL SHOOK UP The Music of Elvis Presley ©
Book by Joe DiPietro
June 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 at 7:30 pm
June 5, 8 at 2:00 pm
All Shook Up is a new musical comedy constructed around the music of Elvis Presley. Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, the show follows a small Midwestern town rocked by the appearance of a motorcycle-riding, guitar-playing roustabout. Featuring hits such as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” All Shook Up is the story of one mysterious outsider and one girl’s dream uniting to help a small town discover the magic of romance and the power of rock and roll. All Shook Up is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. (866) 378-9758, www.theatricalrights.com.
Book by Joe DiPietro
June 3, 4, 9, 10, 11 at 7:30 pm
June 5, 8 at 2:00 pm
All Shook Up is a new musical comedy constructed around the music of Elvis Presley. Loosely based on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, the show follows a small Midwestern town rocked by the appearance of a motorcycle-riding, guitar-playing roustabout. Featuring hits such as “Heartbreak Hotel,” “Hound Dog,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” All Shook Up is the story of one mysterious outsider and one girl’s dream uniting to help a small town discover the magic of romance and the power of rock and roll. All Shook Up is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide (TRW), 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. (866) 378-9758, www.theatricalrights.com.
BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS by Neil Simon
June 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 at 7:30 pm
June 19, 22 at 2:00 pm
Brighton Beach Memoirs is a semi-autobiographical play by Neil Simon telling the coming-of-age story of a young man, Eugene, in 1937 Brooklyn. Eugene’s struggles with the pressure of growing up during the Great Depression and impending Second World War are paralleled by struggles with family and relationships. The young man’s witty observations about his quirky, Polish-Jewish family underscore the importance of family, even in the most challenging of times. From dreams of baseball to girls, Eugene’s attempts to cope with his family’s mundane existence are a recipe for hilarity. Brighton Beach Memoirs is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company.
June 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 at 7:30 pm
June 19, 22 at 2:00 pm
Brighton Beach Memoirs is a semi-autobiographical play by Neil Simon telling the coming-of-age story of a young man, Eugene, in 1937 Brooklyn. Eugene’s struggles with the pressure of growing up during the Great Depression and impending Second World War are paralleled by struggles with family and relationships. The young man’s witty observations about his quirky, Polish-Jewish family underscore the importance of family, even in the most challenging of times. From dreams of baseball to girls, Eugene’s attempts to cope with his family’s mundane existence are a recipe for hilarity. Brighton Beach Memoirs is presented by special arrangement with Samuel French, Inc., a Concord Theatricals Company.
The Rocky Horror Show by Richard O'Brien
(Rated R due to sexual content)
** Recommended for audience members 18 and older **
July 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 at 7:30 pm
July 3 at 3:00 pm (note later time to allow for parade to clear)
July 6 at 2:00pm
Awaken your inner creature of the night!
Enjoy this beautifully twisted rock musical masterpiece. Dynamic tension is on the menu as naive new fiancees Brad and Janet discover a world where nothing is taboo. Awaken your inner creature of the night and explore your most sensational, interplanetary fantasies with Rocky, Eddie, Dr. Scott, Columbia, Magenta, Riff Raff and, of course, Frank-N-Furter. Brad and Janet will never be the same again, and with any luck, neither will we! The Rocky Horror Show is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
Please note: our production of The Rocky Horror Show is a live performance and will not be shown in tandem with the 1975 film. We encourage everyone who’d like to dress up to please do so! However, for everyone’s safety, please do not bring props intended to be thrown, sprinkled, sprayed or otherwise launched. Please be prepared to sit back, relax, and enjoy the strange journey to Frank N Furter’s place…
(Rated R due to sexual content)
** Recommended for audience members 18 and older **
July 1, 2, 7, 8, 9 at 7:30 pm
July 3 at 3:00 pm (note later time to allow for parade to clear)
July 6 at 2:00pm
Awaken your inner creature of the night!
Enjoy this beautifully twisted rock musical masterpiece. Dynamic tension is on the menu as naive new fiancees Brad and Janet discover a world where nothing is taboo. Awaken your inner creature of the night and explore your most sensational, interplanetary fantasies with Rocky, Eddie, Dr. Scott, Columbia, Magenta, Riff Raff and, of course, Frank-N-Furter. Brad and Janet will never be the same again, and with any luck, neither will we! The Rocky Horror Show is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
Please note: our production of The Rocky Horror Show is a live performance and will not be shown in tandem with the 1975 film. We encourage everyone who’d like to dress up to please do so! However, for everyone’s safety, please do not bring props intended to be thrown, sprinkled, sprayed or otherwise launched. Please be prepared to sit back, relax, and enjoy the strange journey to Frank N Furter’s place…
On Golden Pond by Ernest Thompson
July 15, 16, 21, 22 at 7:30pm
July 17, 20 at 2:00 pm
On Golden Pond is a classic American comedy/drama that's every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979. Retired couple Ethel and Norman Thayer spend every summer at their home on Golden Pond. This year, their adult daughter visits, bringing along her 13-year-old son. The turbulent relationship between father and daughter, the generation gap between young and old, and the difficulties facing a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage, all combine in a play that gives us unique insight into the modern American family. On Golden Pond is presented by arrangement with Graham Agency, New York (grahamacynyc@aol.com)
July 15, 16, 21, 22 at 7:30pm
July 17, 20 at 2:00 pm
On Golden Pond is a classic American comedy/drama that's every bit as touching, warm, and witty today as when it debuted on Broadway in 1979. Retired couple Ethel and Norman Thayer spend every summer at their home on Golden Pond. This year, their adult daughter visits, bringing along her 13-year-old son. The turbulent relationship between father and daughter, the generation gap between young and old, and the difficulties facing a couple in the twilight years of a long marriage, all combine in a play that gives us unique insight into the modern American family. On Golden Pond is presented by arrangement with Graham Agency, New York (grahamacynyc@aol.com)
Mama Mia!
Lyrics and Music By: Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus
and some songs with Stig Anderson
Book By: Catherine Johnson
Originally conceived by : Jody Craymer
July 27, 28, 29, 30, August 4, 5, 6 at 7:30 pm
July 31, August 3 at 2:00 pm
ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
Mama Mia! is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Lyrics and Music By: Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus
and some songs with Stig Anderson
Book By: Catherine Johnson
Originally conceived by : Jody Craymer
July 27, 28, 29, 30, August 4, 5, 6 at 7:30 pm
July 31, August 3 at 2:00 pm
ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father. This sunny and funny tale unfolds on a Greek island paradise. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago.
The story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs propels this enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship, creating an unforgettable show. A large cast, non-stop laughs and explosive dance numbers combine to make Mamma Mia! a guaranteed smash hit. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
Mama Mia! is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Wednesday, May 11
This Concert presented by donation at the door or in advance.
Beer and Wine Cash Bar provided by Brigid's Pub
Doors 6:30 Seating 7:00 Showtime 7:30
Beer and Wine Cash Bar provided by Brigid's Pub
Doors 6:30 Seating 7:00 Showtime 7:30
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Phone: 218-751-7270
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