Minneapolis, MN – September 25, 2012 -- The Brave New Workshop Theatre (BNW) is pleased to announce the cast and schedule for its 2012 holiday show: “Fifty Shades of White: A Minnesota XXXmas.” Previews for the show run November 8-15, with opening night on November 16. The show closes on January 12, 2013. All performances are at the Brave New Workshop Theatre main stage at 824 Hennepin Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis. Tickets for “Fifty Shades of White” are on sale now at (612) 332-6620 or
http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/buytickets.aspx. In addition, two other holiday-themed productions will appear on BNW stages this season. Details below.
In “Fifty Shades of White: A Minnesota XXXmas,” the BNW mixes a little bit of naughty with some seasonal Minnesota Nice for a hilarious dish of original holiday-themed sketches and songs. Being an annual tradition for many, the BNW promises to also bring a few past favorites into the mix. “Fifty Shades of White: A Minnesota XXXmas” is the 278th comedy revue by the BNW.
“We know people look forward to this all year, so that gives us the motivation to come up with new material while still making it a much-needed release from the pressure of the holidays,” says artistic director Caleb McEwen. "After a brutal election season, this holiday show is all about having fun."
While other theatrical holiday traditions might include the likes of “The Christmas Carol” or “The Nutcracker,” those preferring less traditional belly laughs and a more satirical look at the holidays have made the BNW holiday show an annual must-see tradition. To many in our community, it wouldn’t be winter in Minnesota without BNW’s sharp, funny take on the holiday season and all of its traditions, both pleasant and grueling.
“Fifty Shades of White” will feature BNW cast members Lauren Anderson, Taj Ruler, Andy Hilbrands, and Bobby Gardner. All of these actors will be fresh off their run with the crowd-pleasing fall political-themed show, “The Rainbow Election.” ”Fifty Shades of White” is directed by Caleb McEwen, with Peter Guertin returning as musical director and Dan Peltzman joining the crew for the first time to provide technical direction. Additional writing was contributed by Josh Eakright.
Also Playing at Brave New Workshop Theatres
Two other holiday-themed productions will be staged this year at other Brave New Workshop Theatre venues. First, The Danger Committee returns to the Brave New Workshop ETC stage (824 Hennepin) with “We Three Kings: A Stocking Full of Awesome II.” The comedy daredevils have appeared on NBC’s
America’s Got Talent and favored thousands with holiday cheer last year. The trio of Reynaldo, Bald Guy and The Other One are back with a new mix of hilarious and dangerous knife throwing, juggling and flaming stunts. “We Three Kings: A Stocking Full of Awesome II” plays November 23 through December 31 and follows a very successful holiday run at the BNW ETC in 2011. Tickets are $25 and are on sale now at
http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/buytickets.aspx or by calling (612) 332-6620. See listing below for details.
In addition, “The BNW Student Union Presents: Holiday Mix Tape 2012,” will play for three weekends in December at the BNW Student Union (2605 Hennepin, Uptown Minneapolis). “Holiday Mix Tape 2012” combines classic BNW holiday sketches and improv, all presented by new talent. Directed by BNW Student Union Co-Director, Joe Bozic, “Holiday Mix Tape 2012” will feature the talents of Matt Erkel, Madde Gibba, Heather Meyer and James Roop, with musical direction by Josie Just, and tech by Lizzie Gernes. “Holiday Mix Tape 2012” plays Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm, December 7 through December 22, 2012 (6 performances total). All tickets are $15 and are on sale now at the
http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/buytickets.aspx or by calling our box office. See listing below for details.
About Brave New Workshop
The Brave New Workshop has been writing, performing and producing sketch comedy and improvisation since 1958-- longer than any other theatre in the United States. Founded by former circus performer Dudley Riggs and currently owned by husband and wife John Sweeney and Jenni Lilledahl, the BNW has become a legendary comedy institution, where audiences enjoy improv and sketch comedy nearly every night of the week. The company's talented performers create satirical, irreverent, and intelligent original works. Alums of the Workshop stage include Louie Anderson, Pat Proft, Al Franken, Tom Davis, Mo Collins ("Mad TV"), Peter MacNichol ("Ally McBeal", "24"), Melissa Peterman ("Reba"), Cedric Yarborough ("Reno 911", "The Boondocks") and Rich Sommer ("Mad Men", "Harvey"). The Brave New Workshop's Creative Outreach business services division trains and entertains Fortune 500 companies like Microsoft, Hilton/Hampton, General Mills, and Target. Additionally, the Brave New Workshop Student Union boasts the most comprehensive improv training curriculum in the country.
LISTING INFO – BRAVE NEW WORKSHOP THEATRE MAIN STAGE
Title: “Fifty Shades of White: A Minnesota XXXmas”
What/Description: The BNW mixes a little bit of naughty with some seasonal Minnesota Nice in this hilarious dish of original holiday-themed sketches and songs. Being an annual tradition for many, the BNW promises to also bring a few past favorites into the mix.
Where: Brave New Workshop Theatre, 824 Hennepin Ave, Downtown Minneapolis, MN 55403
When: November 8, 2012 – January 12, 2013
Schedule Details:
Five Preview Performances: ($18)
Thurs, Nov 8 - 7:30 pm, $18 (preview)
Fri, Nov 9 – 7 pm, $18 (preview)
Sat, Nov 10 – 8 pm, $18 (preview)
Weds, Nov 14 - 7:30 pm, $18 (preview)
Thurs, Nov 15 - 7:30 pm, $18 (preview)
Opening Night: ($36)
Fri, Nov 16 – 8pm, $36 (OPENING NIGHT - Note Time!)
Regular Run: ($26 - $35) – November 17 - January 12
Show dates, times and prices vary from week to week. See below:
Sat, Nov 17 – 8 pm, $32
Fri, Nov 23 – 7 pm, $32
Sat, Nov 24 – 5 pm, $32
Sat, Nov 24 – 8 pm, $32
Thurs, Nov 29 - 7:30 pm, $26
Fri, Nov 30 – 7 pm, $32
Fri, Nov 30 – 10 pm, $26
Sat, Dec 1 – 5 pm, $32
Sat, Dec 1 – 8 pm, $32
Wed, Dec 5 - 7:30 pm, $26
Thurs, Dec 6 - 7:30 pm, $26
Fri, Dec 7 – 7 pm, $32
Fri, Dec 7 - 10 pm, $26
Sat, Dec 8 – 5 pm, $32
Sat, Dec 8 – 8 pm, $32
Sun, Dec 9- 7:30 pm, $26
Mon, Dec 10 – 7:30 pm $26
Wed, Dec 12 - 7:30 pm, $26
Thurs, Dec 13 - 7:30 pm, $26
Fri, Dec 14 – 7 pm, $32
Fri, Dec 14 – 10 pm, $26
Sat, Dec 15 – 5 pm, $32
Sat, Dec 15 - 8 pm, $32
Sun, Dec 16 - 7:30 pm, $26
Mon, Dec 17 - 7:30 pm, $26
Tues, Dec 18 - 7:30 pm, $26
Wed, Dec 19 - 7:30 pm, $28
Thurs, Dec 20 - 7:30 pm, $28
Fri, Dec 21 – 7 pm, $35
Fri, Dec 21 – 10 pm, $28
Sat, Dec 22 – 5 pm, $35
Sat, Dec 22 – 8 pm, $35
Sun, Dec 23 - 7:30 pm, $28
Wed, Dec 26 - 7:30 pm, $28
Thurs, Dec 27 - 7:30 pm, $28
Fri, Dec 28 - 7 pm, $35
Fri, Dec 28 – 10 pm, $28
Sat, Dec 29 - 5 pm, $35
Sat, Dec 29 – 8 pm, $35
Sun, Dec 30 - 7:30 pm, $28
Mon, Dec 31 - 8:30 pm, $35-$60 (NEW YEARS EVE)
Thurs, Jan 3 - 7:30 pm, $26
Fri, Jan 4 – 8 pm, $32 (Note Time!)
Sat, Jan 5 – 5 pm, $32
Sat, Jan 5 – 8 pm, $32
Thurs, Jan 10 - 7:30 pm, $26
Fri, Jan 11 – 8 pm, $32
Sat, Jan 12 – 8 pm, $32 (CLOSING NIGHT)
Tickets:
On sale now
$26 - $35 (with discounts for preview performances, students, seniors, green commuters and groups)
(612) 332-6620
Show info: theatre.bravenewworkshop.com
Tickets:
http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/BuyTickets.aspx
ALSO PLAYING:
BNW Famous Late Night Improvisation
One hour of pure, unbridled improvisation.
Saturdays, 10 pm. $5, or free if you attended that evening’s performance of “Fifty Shades of White.”
LISTING INFO – BRAVE NEW WORKSHOP THEATRE ETC (Experimental Thinking Centre)
Title: The Danger Committee Presents: “We Three Kings: A Stocking Full of Awesome II”
What/Description: They’ve appeared on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, and favored thousands with holiday cheer last year. The trio of Reynaldo, Bald Guy and The Other One are back with a new mix of hilarious and dangerous knife throwing, juggling and flaming stunts. Back by popular demand is the post- show audience Q&A.
Where: Brave New Workshop ETC, 824 Hennepin Ave, Downtown Minneapolis, MN 55403
When: November 23 – December 31, 2012
(All shows $25)
Tickets: On sale now, (612) 332-6620
Show info, performance dates:
http://etc.bravenewworkshop.com/TheDangerCommittee.aspx
Tickets:
http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/BuyTickets.aspx
LISTING INFO – BNW STUDENT UNION (2605 Hennepin Ave, Uptown)
Title: “The BNW Student Union Presents: Holiday Mix Tape 2012”
What/Description: “Holiday Mix Tape 2012” combines classic BNW holiday sketches and improv, all presented by new talent.
Where: BNW Student Union, 2605 Hennepin Ave So, Minneapolis, MN 55408
When: Fridays and Saturdays; December 7 – 22, 2012 (6 performances)
Schedule Details:
(6 Performances / All shows $15)
Fridays, 8 pm, December 7, 14 and 21
Saturdays, 8 pm, December 8, 15 and 22
Tickets: On sale now
(612) 332-6620
Show info:
http://studentunion.bravenewworkshop.com/SUPerformances/HolidayMixTape2012.aspx
Tickets:
http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/BuyTickets.aspx
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