Our 2008–2009 Season
Hans Christian Andersen's
The Nightingale
ONLINE ONLY SPECIAL!
Advance Sale Tickets JUST $7.00
by Randy Sue Latimer
Original musical score by Gary Rue
July 10-August 2, 2009
Don’t miss this magical, musical trip to a far-off fairy tale land! An affordable "Beat-the-Heat" treat in SteppingStone Theatre's new air-conditioned home!
The Power of True Friendship!
The Emperor thinks that there’s nothing more beautiful than the song of his beloved Nightingale. Until he’s given a wind-up replica!
The poor Nightingale is left sad and alone—practically forgotten.
But when the Emperor falls ill, and the mechanical bird can’t cheer him up, will the Nightingale save the day?
Tickets Purchased at the door: $9 children & seniors | $11 adults
Groups of 20 or more, just $7.00
Special Events During The Nightingale!
Neighbor Day: Saturday, July 11. 3pm performance.
If you live between Lexington Pkwy & Dale Street, and between I-94 and Summit Ave, you are eligible to purchase tickets for just $2.00 each! This performance will be followed by a FREE ICE CREAM SOCIAL!
Bring proof of residence to the box office when you come to buy tickets, or call us at 651-225-9265 for more information. This offer is not available for online ticket purchases.
Grand Persons' Day: Sunday, July 12, 1:30pm
Story-time, a show-related craft activity, and treats for you, your grandchild, family member, or young friend. The activities and treats are free with advance ticket purchase.
Reserve early, because space is limited to the first 25 people!
Rainbow Crow
by Rhiana Yazzie, music by Gary Rue
October 24-November 9, 2008
Why are crows inky black?
Why is their song so noisy?
In this world premiere play based on a Lenape Native American story, the crow, once known for her beautiful voice and colorful feathers, heroically sacrifices her beauty to save her friends.
Along the way, she discovers that inner beauty and loyalty are more important than appearance.
Enter our Coloring contest! Click here to download coloring page (pdf)
Winners in each age category will win a family four-pack of tickets.
Ages: 3-5 years, 6-8 years, 9-11 years.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!
by Barbara Robinson
December 5–23, 2008
St. Paul’s longest-running Christmas tradition!
In this perennial favorite, The Herdmans,”…the worst kids in the whole history of the world,” invade the Christmas pageant and everyone braces for complete disaster. When chaos erupts and the firemen arrive, even Reverend Hopkins is ready to cancel Christmas.
But in this classic play, the Herdmans rise to the occasion, defy expectations, and make this year’s show The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!
Hilarious, touching, and unforgettable.
Ruby! The Story of Ruby Bridges
Celebrate Black History Month with the inspirational story of Ruby Bridges, the courageous first-grader who is ordered by the U.S. Supreme Court to integrate Franz Elementary School in New Orleans in 1960.
This favorite returns with a re-imagined script written especially for our new home. Don't miss this story of perserverance and hope that's as relevant today as ever.
Study guide now available! To download, click here.
Ruby! The Story of Ruby Bridges
by Deborah Torraine, music by David Simmons
Directed by Brian Grandison
February 6-March 1, 2009
Tickets: $9 children & seniors-$11 adults
Groups of 20 or more, just $7.00
Streetcar! Twin Cities Bound
by Graham Gremore
Music by Sasha Smith
March 13-29, 2009
Take A Trip To The Age of The Streetcar!
From the writer of SteppingStone Theatre’s popular Mill City Gang comes a new musical play set in St. Paul in the 1890s.
Can a boy and a girl from opposite sides of the streetcar tracks be happy together? Even with the help of a singing, dancing moon and “Miss Sponge Mushroom?”
An important period in Minnesota history comes to life in this off-kilter romance. Students of all ages will enjoy this “through the looking glass” version of the past.
Study guide now available! To download, click here.
Tickets: $9 children & seniors-$11 adults
Groups of 20 or more, just $7.00
Purchase Tickets Online, or at the door!
Please note: There will be no performances Thursday March 26th.
Tiger Tales: Hmong Folktales
by R.A. Shiomi & Cha Yang, music by Gary Rue
May 1-23, 2009
Tigers Are On The Loose!
Join us for the fifth collaboration between SteppingStone Theatre and Mu Performing Arts!
"I had so much fun! I LOOOOVVED the Snails! I can't wait to see it again!"
-- 8 year-old fan
A Hmong family living in St. Paul is adapting to life in their new home, and Grandmother shares some traditional Tiger stories with them to help them understand who they are, and who they can be.
Through these three stories, the children find a deeper connection with their own culture, and learn how they can use the stories’ messages to help them defeat the “tigers” of American life.
Study Guide now available! Click here to download
Tickets: $9 children & seniors-$11 adults
Groups of 20 or more, just $7.00
