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Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jaws at Duluth Playhouse’s The Shark is Broken, a must-see for film buffs and theatre lovers alike, running October 16 – November 2. It’s 1974. The ocean’s wild. The film is over budget. And the mechanical shark… refuses to cooperate. This wickedly funny and unexpectedly moving comedy traps audiences aboard the Orca with Richard Dreyfuss, Roy Scheider, and Robert Shaw as tempers flare and egos clash. Between the long days and endless waiting, the three men drink, gamble, argue, and pray for an end to the shoot, not knowing it will change their lives forever.
Don’t lose your head! This Halloween season, the Headless Horseman gallops onto the NorShor stage in a thrilling, ensemble-driven adaptation of Washington Irving’s haunting tale! In the seemingly quiet village of Sleepy Hollow, ghost stories swirl, lanterns flicker, and something terrifying waits in the woods. When the awkward but earnest Ichabod Crane competes for the heart of the beautiful Katrina Van Tassel, local rivalries ignite, and the legend of a headless Hessian soldier looms ever larger. Perfect for fans of crisp autumn nights and a good scare, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow is a family-friendly, crowd-pleasing theatrical event you won’t want to miss.
The iconic jukebox musical Million Dollar Quartet is guaranteed to blow the roof off the NorShor Theatre! On December 4, 1956, an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for one of the greatest jam sessions ever. Million Dollar Quartet brings that legendary night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, and celebrations. Relive the era with an incredible score of rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, R&B and country hits: “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog,” and many more — performed live on stage!
Featuring original music and lyrics by Grammy Award winner Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), Waitress promises to be a must-see treat for both Northlanders and visitors this summer. At the heart of this hit Broadway musical is Jenna Hunterson, a waitress and expert pie-maker in a small town, who dreams of escaping her rocky marriage. When an unexpected pregnancy and a local pie-baking contest offer her a shot at a fresh start, Jenna must summon the courage to rebuild her life and find her own recipe for happiness. Along the way, she finds strength in the support of her friends Becky and Dawn—and in the steamy affair she begins with her doctor. This “little slice of heaven” (Entertainment Weekly) celebrates friendship, motherhood, and the magic of a well-made pie.
Get ready for the Minnesota premiere of Home, I’m Darling, running May 23 – June 1, 2025 at the NorShor Theatre. This razor-sharp, Olivier Award-winning comedy by Laura Wade pulls back the gingham curtains on one couple’s seemingly perfect life. Life in their 1950s dream home is sweet, stylish, and carefully curated. There’s just one catch… it’s not actually the 1950s. As Judy and Johnny devote themselves to a lifestyle straight out of a vintage magazine – complete with deviled eggs, mid-century furniture, and picturesque domestic bliss – the cracks begin to show. This delightful yet dark comedy will have audiences laughing while reflecting on the complexities of relationships and the risks of longing for a bygone era in the modern world.
Bentleyville Tour of Lights is a walk through holiday lighting extravaganza! We take over Bayfront Festival Park, on the shores of Lake Superior in Downtown Duluth, and decorate it with over 5,000,000 lights! We are very popular and we often see large crowds. Many guests prefer to visit later in the evening or on weeknights. Many guests prefer to visit later in the evening or on weeknights. Learn more at bentleyvilleusa.org!
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