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Performances for this month

(does not include auditions or special events – see This Week’s Events below or the calendar page for full listing)

Andria Theatre
Wed, July 30, 2025 07:00 PM
book by Cheryl Davis music by Will Van Dyke lyrics by various Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship and, of course… sharing snacks.
Frank W. Bridges Theatre
Wed, July 30, 2025 07:00 PM
book by Sandy Rustin (based on the film by Jonathan Lynn) Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth – the butler, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT!
Andria Theatre
Thu, July 31, 2025 07:00 PM
book by Cheryl Davis music by Will Van Dyke lyrics by various Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship and, of course… sharing snacks.
Anoka Middle School for the Arts
Thu, July 31, 2025 07:00 PM
Frank W. Bridges Theatre
Thu, July 31, 2025 07:00 PM
book by Sandy Rustin (based on the film by Jonathan Lynn) Based on the iconic 1985 Paramount movie which was inspired by the classic Hasbro board game, Clue is a hilarious farce-meets-murder mystery. The tale begins at a remote mansion, where six mysterious guests assemble for an unusual dinner party where murder and blackmail are on the menu. When their host turns up dead, they all become suspects. Led by Wadsworth – the butler, Miss Scarlet, Professor Plum, Mrs. White, Mr. Green, Mrs. Peacock and Colonel Mustard race to find the killer as the body count stacks up. Clue is the comedy whodunit that will leave both cult-fans and newcomers in stitches as they try to figure out…WHO did it, WHERE, and with WHAT!
Arrowhead Center for the Arts
Thu, July 31, 2025 07:00 PM
Based on the hit 1996 film, The Spitfire Grill is a heartwarming and inspirational musical tale of redemption, perseverance and family. A troubled young parolee yearning for a fresh start follows her dreams to Wisconsin, based on a page from an old travel book, only to find a small town with a gritty heart aching with longing and regret. Unexpectedly discovering the healing power of community while working at the Spitfire Grill, Percy reawakens the entire town’s capacity for rebirth, forgiveness and hope.
Fridley District Auditorium
Thu, July 31, 2025 07:00 PM
It’s 1962 in Baltimore, and the lovable plus-size teen, Tracy Turnblad, has only one desire – to dance on the popular “Corny Collins Show.” When her dream comes true, Tracy is transformed from social outcast to sudden star. She must use her newfound power to dethrone the reigning Teen Queen, win the affections of heartthrob, Link Larkin, and integrate a TV network… all without denting her ‘do!

The Minnesota Association of Community Theatres (MACT) is a statewide, volunteer run organization. We hold meetings, workshops, festivals and other events throughout the state of Minnesota.

 MACT operates on a two year cycle.  In even numbered years we put on FAST*Fest, a non-adjudicated festival of 20-minute plays.  In odd numbered years we produce MACT*Fest, which is an adjudicated festival of 60-minute plays which is part of the AACTFest cycle.  Along with the performances at our festivals there are workshops and networking events.

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  • Hayloft Director Needed!

    The Barn Theatre is in need of a director(s) for our September-October Hayloft program. We also encourage a team of two directors to apply as more hands help the process flow better. Ideally this person would have a bit of directing experience and needs to work well with children in grades 1-9. The director(s) is…

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  • Seeking homes for MACT*Fest ’27 and Region V AACTFest ’27

    MACT is in the process of soliciting hosts for MACT*Fest 2027 in February or early March of 2027 and the Region V AACTFest in early April of 2027.

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  • YouthFest 2025

    AACT Youthfest was held June 22-24 at the Des Moines Playhouse. The shows presented at the festival were: Avinash, presented by Ebong TheatriX (Bethesda, MD – Region II), was celebrated for its high-energy movement and won Outstanding Dance Performance (Stay In Your Lane Dancers). Jiyon Banerjee and Suhana Tiwari also received Outstanding Acting Awards. Dark…

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  • Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”

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