Oct 8 - Nov 10, 2024
Best enjoyed by Independent readers of all ages!
Every child is different and may or may not be ready for certain elements of each production—Read more about this show’s age recommendation below!
Experience the energy of a graphic novelist’s imagination at work! Dynamic, jump-off-the-page animation shows Kate’s manhwa storyboards coming together, even as she deals with school, friends, and how her Korean heritage fits into her American lifestyle. Will her contentious friendship with Paul help or hinder her progress? Will either of them ever find their true artistic voice? Get drawn into this innovative story that magically takes place both on stage and on screen!
By Michi Barall
Original conception by Michi Barall and Jack Tamburri
Directed by Jack Tamburri
Co-commissioned by Ma-Yi Theater Company and Children’s Theatre Company
“I am beyond grateful for the incredible support provided by Peter, Michael and the entire staff of CTC throughout the development of Drawing Lessons and deeply honored to be part of the 2024-2025 Season. I am so excited to share this celebration of the world of comic art and the unique artistic voice of Kate, the play’s 12-year-old Korean American protagonist. A love letter to Minneapolis and its diversity, I’m especially happy that the first run of Drawing Lessons will take place at CTC.”
–Michi Barall, Drawing Lessons Playwright
Our 2024-2025 Season is Here!
There are six phenomenal shows to keep your family entertained, engaged, and creating lifelong memories you’ll cherish forever!
This season of epically awesome exploits is indubitably fresh. With a whole lotta soul-shaking, soul-searching, foot-stomping, mid-air tumbling, big-screen puppeteering fun. There are monsters, magic, and illustrations that literally jump off the page.
2024-2025 Season
September 12-October 20, 2024
Best for all ages!
UnitedHealth Group Stage
Soar into the visual spectacle of this pulsating acrobatic performance that explores the spirit and vitality of township life, backed by the energetic beat of South African pop music!
October 8-November 10, 2024
Best for Independent readers of all ages!
Cargill Stage
Experience the energy of a graphic novelist’s imagination at work as you’re drawn into this innovative story that magically takes place both on stage and on screen!
November 5, 2024-January 5, 2025
Best for all ages!
UnitedHealth Group Stage
In this CTC holiday favorite, filled with music and Seussian rhymes, everyone’s favorite grouchy, green Grinch plots the greatest heist imaginable—stealing the very thing the joyful Whos love the most!
January 8-March 9, 2025
Best for younger audiences!
Cargill Stage
Nationally acclaimed theater company Manual Cinema breathes innovative life into this beloved story by Mo Willems, using hundreds of puppets to magically create a movie right before your very eyes!
February 4-March 9, 2025
Best for all ages!
UnitedHealth Group Stage
Don’t miss this world-premiere musical, featuring dynamic new songs ranging from hip hop and pop to country as Milo learns that real life can sometimes be even more incredible than an imaginary one!
April 15-June 15, 2025
Best for all ages!
UnitedHealth Group Stage
Don’t miss the Children’s Theatre Company production of the hit Broadway musical! Sing along with Elsa, Anna, and Olaf, a snowman who melts your heart. You won’t want to let it go!
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