YPTW Session II Performance
2019-08-02 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
Participants in the Young People’s Theater Workshop take part in writing, rehearsing, and performing an original script after three weeks of preparation in creative drama and dance classes led by a staff of theater artists. The program culminates in a live performance for the public on the last three days of their session. All performances will be held at Northfield High School.

Performances:
Wednesday, July 31, 5:30 pm
Thursday, Aug. 1, 5:30 pm
Friday, Aug. 2, 10 am

Tickets are now available!
Adults: $5
Youth: $3
4 & Under: Free

The Odyssey
2019-08-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
August 2-11, 2019
by Mary Zimmerman
These dramatic scenes from Homer’s myth begin with a modern young woman who is struggling to understand Robert Fitzgerald’s translation of The Odyssey. A classical muse appears, and the young woman becomes the goddess Athena–a tireless advocate for Odysseus in his struggle to get home. With her trademark irreverent and witty twist on classic works, Zimmerman brings to life the story of Odysseus’s ten-year journey, depicting his encounters with characters such as the Cyclops, Poseidon, Calypso, the Sirens, and others. The show is done in “bare bones grandeur” with imagined environments and epic landscapes with creative storytelling.
Directed by Marc Robinson
Marc Robinson is a professor of Russian at St. Olaf College who specializes in contemporary Russian theater. He has directed a number of shows at the Arts Guild over the years including Death of a Salesman, Dracula, The Importance of Being Earnest, his own play, The Singer Sisters, and Cabaret. Marc’s interest in Russian physical theater inspiring his work.
Many thanks to our 2018-19 Theater Season Sponsors:

Thank you to our Production Sponsor:

Post-show Discussion with Kari Halker-Saathoff
2019-08-04 16:30 - 17:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 Third Street W, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join us for a post-show discussion with Kari Halker-Saathoff on Sunday, August 4 at the Guild Theater.

Special exhibition at the Guild Theater
Odysseus and Penelope: The Long Journey showcases the work of Kari Halker-Saathoff, who has always been fascinated with stories of adventure. In creating her interpretation, Kari fashioned images on ceramic vessels that represent Penelope’s remarkable story, while her illustrations tell the story of Odysseus. For many, even those who have not read Homer’s The Odyssey, Odysseus’ adventures are part of our cultural knowledge. Given this familiarity, Halker-Saathoff depicts his journey within the mythological time period while reimagining the timeless and transcendent story – a story that has stayed with her throughout the years.
While many of the illustration titles are inspired by the text of The Odyssey, in contrast, the titles accompanying each of Penelope’s vessels are inspired by the Women’s March of 2017, as well as current news stories. Halker-Saathoff has purposely chosen to align Penelope’s heroic journey within the present context of female struggle and empowerment. Her ambition for this show is to illuminate the many parallels between the present and 650 B.C.E.

CASTastrophe2 Auditions
2019-08-06 18:30 - 20:30 | 411 West 3rd Street, Northfield, 55057, United States
Auditions for CASTastrophe2 are August 6th and 7th, 6:30 to 8:30pm, with director Pauline Jennings: 404 Plum Street , Northfield. Sign up for a 15 minute time slot by emailing the director at eniluap.jennings@gmail.com
Auditions Requirement: Pick a song to sing that has backing tracks on YouTube (karaoke) and shows emotional, dynamic and vocal range. Or, bring along your proposed scene/monologue to perform.

What is CASTastrophe2?

Northfield’s brightest stars perform songs and scenes from roles in which they would NEVER be cast. The results are a thrilling and hilarious musical revue! In fact, it’s so much fun, we’ve brought it back for a second year to honor and benefit the Guild.
Join the Guild and Rebound Enterprises as they present the 2nd year of a blow-the-doors-off-CASTastrophe! It’s SO big this year, we’re performing at Armory Square!
Performances:
Thursday, September 26, 2019 @ 7:30pm
Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 28, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 29, 2019 @ 2:00 pm
Venue: Armory Square, 519 Division St S, Northfield
CASTastrophe 2 is sponsored and made possible by:

The Great Northfield Bank Robbery: A Love Story
2019-09-05 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
September 5, 6, and 7, 2019
a World Premier
during Northfield’s Defeat of Jesse James Days

Performances:
Thursday, September 5, 2019 at 7:30pm
Friday, September 6, 2019 at 7:30pm
Saturday, September 7, 2019 at 7:30pm

In 1900, Jim and Cole Younger, brothers from Missouri, had spent nearly a quarter century in Stillwater penitentiary for the notorious raid on the First National Bank of Northfield. As a movement for their pardon grew, a young reporter for the St. Paul Pioneer Press took an interest in the Youngers’ cause. Alix J. Muller, already distinguished in her journalism career at the tender age of 22, followed her nose for news and went out to Stillwater to interview Jim Younger. Alix came back with more than just a good story. She and Jim Younger began a mutual appreciation. After the famous bank robbers and killers were released, the relationship between Alix and Jim turned into its own story — one that shocked the upper crust of St. Paul. The star-crossed romance between an ambitious young woman of high society and an ex-con more than twice her age is a story that seems like fiction — but it was once actual news.
How the play came about:
Bill McAuliffe was digging through files at the Minnesota HIstory Center, researching some now-forgotten news story, when he came across accounts of the tragic death of bank robber and killer Jim Younger. Younger had been in love with a St. Paul journalist less than half his age, but of course it couldn’t work. “That’s a play,” McAuliffe thought. “Maybe I’ll write it when I retire.” Twenty-five years later, on his way out the Star Tribune door on his final day, McAuliffe stopped by the desk of colleague Graydon Royce, the paper’s long-time drama and arts critic. Was there a play here, McAuliffe wondered? As the saying goes, you couldn’t make this stuff up. There was definitely a play there. And here it is.

The Playwrights:
In his 33 years as a reporter at the Minneapolis Star Tribune, Bill McAuliffe covered politics, crime, weather and other obsessions of the day. He is also an award-winning travel writer and has written a wide range of children’s non fiction books. He is a bicyclist, bread-baker, undiscovered guitarist and grandfather of four. He lives in Minneapolis.
Graydon Royce is a retired theater critic and fine arts writer with the Star Tribune. He won the 2016 Ivey Award for Lifetime Achievement from the Twin Cities theater community. He has been a fellow at both the O’Neill Critic’s Institute in New London, Conn., and the NEA Classical Music Fellowship at Columbia University. He is also a playwright and actor. He most recently performed in “Holiday Inn” at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. Royce currently serves as director of artistic ministry at Diamond Lake Lutheran Church in south Minneapolis. He has four children and eight grandchildren.
Directed by Rachel Haider
2018 Best of Southern MN Scene Winner for Best Director
Throughout most of her life, Rachel has studied, taught, and worked in theater arts and in arts promotion and management. Her extensive resume includes work with professional, community and educational theaters. She has taught in private and public schools and with numerous arts organizations. Her most recent directing credits with the Guild include Mansfield Park, Les Misérables (which won Best Production in 2018) and The King’s New Clothes. Other recent directing credits include The Miracle Worker, A Christmas Carol, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever and A Charlie Brown Christmas. Rachel is the Performing Arts Manager at the Guild and directs/teaches/manages Purple Door Youth Theater. Rachel brings a broad range of arts expertise to her productions, creating quality and memorable theatrical experiences.
Featuring:
Jim Younger: Steve Lawler
Alix Muller: Alison Haider
Cole Younger: Jonathan Larson
Lenora/Prostitute/Editor: Innana Antley
Governor Samuel Van Sant: Brendon Etter
Edward Schurmeier/Male Guard at Stillwater Prison: Paul Seguin
Rutter/Reporter 1/Schoch: Rolf Kragseth
Schmitz/Reporter 2: Samuel Temple
Johnson/Con on a Crutch: Will McIntyre
Warren Bronaugh/Reporter 3: Andy Franklin
Adolph Grethen: Bryan Reed
Aid to Van Sant/Female Guard at Stillwater Prison/Panhandler/Ex-con/Landlady/Reporter in Boise: Esme’ Elzi
Barker/Heckler: Joran Peterson

Many thanks to our Production Co-sponsor:

Headshot Happy Hour
2019-09-26 16:30 - 18:30 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
HEADSHOT HAPPY HOUR
Guild, 304 Division Street S
Thursday, Sept 26 (4:30-6:30 pm)
Elevate your online profile with professional photos for only $50! The Guild is proud to partner with Dan Iverson of Anthologie to offer business profile photo mini sessions at an amazing value. Join us to spruce up your dated online profile picture with a fresh, professional photo. Included with your session:

The time and talent of your professional photographer in a relaxed, natural light setting
Use to 2 unique final images in perpetuity
Final edits/enhancements of your 2 best pictures
Electronic delivery of files in high-resolution and web-resolution
Black-and-white and color versions of your pictures
Price: $50, paid directly to Anthologie

Reservations are required so please call (507) 645-8877 x4 or email heather@northfieldartsguild.org by September 20 to reserve your place.

CASTastrophe 2
2019-09-26 19:30 - 21:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Northfield’s brightest stars perform songs and scenes from roles in which they would NEVER be cast. The results are a thrilling and hilarious musical revue! In fact, it’s so much fun, we’ve brought it back for a second year to honor and benefit the Guild.
Join the Guild and Rebound Enterprises as they present the 2nd year of a blow-the-doors-off-CASTastrophe! It’s SO big this year, we’re performing at Armory Square!
Performances:
Thursday, September 26, 2019 @ 7:30pm
Friday, September 27, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Saturday, September 28, 2019 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, September 29, 2019 @ 2:00 pm

Venue: Armory Square, 519 Division St S, Northfield

CASTastrophe 2 is sponsored and made possible by:

Lend Me a Tenor Auditions
2019-10-17 18:00 - 20:00, 2019-10-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Audition Announcement!
The Northfield Arts Guild and director Marc Robinson are hosting auditions for our winter production of Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Tenor!
Audition dates are Thursday, October 17th, from 6-8pm and Saturday, October 19th, from 2-4pm, with potential callbacks on Sunday, October 20th, from 4-6pm
Rehearsals will start after the holiday season, with performances scheduled for February 14-16 and February 21-23, 2020.
Performers of all genders, abilities, races, ethnicities, and experience levels are encouraged to audition. We look forward to meeting new performers and seeing familiar faces!
About the show:
Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world-famous Tito Morelli, known as Il Stupendo, the greatest tenor of his generation, to appear for one night only as Pagliacci. The star arrives late and, through a hilarious series of mishaps, is given a double dose of tranquilizers and passes out. His pulse is so low that Saunders and his assistant, Max, believe he’s dead. In a frantic attempt to salvage the evening, Saunders persuades Max to get into Morelli’s Pagliacci costume and fool the audience into thinking he’s Il Stupendo. Max succeeds admirably, but Morelli comes to and gets into his other costume, ready to perform. Now two Pagliaccis are running around in costume and two women are head over heels, each thinking she is with Il Stupendo. A sensation on Broadway and in London’s West End, this madcap, screwball comedy is guaranteed to leave audiences teary-eyed with laughter.
Characters

Henry Saunders – The Cleveland Grand Opera’s general manager. Father to Maggie. A blowhard who often loses his temper at the slightest mishap.
Max – Saunders’ long-suffering assistant, who is forced to take Tito’s place.
Maggie Saunders – Saunders’ daughter, and Max’s girlfriend; she has great admiration for Tito.
Tito Merelli – The world’s most renowned opera tenor, and notorious ladies man.
Maria – Tito’s long-suffering wife, with an “Italian temper”. Leaves Tito early in the play, but ultimately returns to him. Loves Tito, despite his philandering.
Diana – The opera’s ingenue soprano, who is “flinging her way” to the top. A seductive woman (and she knows it).
Julia – Chairwoman of the Cleveland Opera Guild, who considers herself a “grande dame.”
The Bellhop – A comic relief character who has an ongoing feud with Saunders. An obnoxious opera fan, the Bellhop keeps showing up at the hotel suite at the wrong moment, trying to get an autograph and a photo of Tito Merelli.

Actors will be asked to read in pairs and trios from the script which will be emailed ahead of time when an audition slot is confirmed. Memorization is not required.
Any men interested in the roles of Max, Tito Merelli, or the Bellhop should also prepare a short operatic piece to sing a capella (any song sung operatically – if it’s Hotel California operatically, that’s great!)
To sign-up for a half hour audition slot, please email Performing Arts Manager Jared Zeigler at jared@northfieldartsguild.org
Questions can also be sent there. We look forward to seeing you!

Curious Incident
2019-10-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
https://northfieldartsguild.org/theater/60-carat-theater-season/curious/

An Evening with the Founders
2019-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Armory Square, 519 Division Street, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
Join us for a wonderful evening of interviews with founders of several of our programs celebrating a benchmark anniversary! This event is free but please reserve your spot so we know that you’re coming. Check out who will be interviewed.
Northfield Arts Guild (celebrating 60 years)
Myrna Johnson, interviewed by Paula Granquist
Cannon Valley Regional Orchestra (celebrating 40 years)
Paul Niemisto, interviewed by Paula Granquist
Young People’s Theater Workshops (celebrating 30 years)
Patsy Dew and Bob Gregory-Bjorklund, interviewed by Paula Granquist
Theater in the Park (celebrating 20 years)
Susan Carlson and Ann Etter, interviewed by Paula Granquist

Matilda, the Musical
2019-11-22 19:00 - 22:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Somewhere inside all of us is the power to change the world…
Our 2019 fall PDYT production is Matilda, the Musical! Winner of 55 Awards, including Best Musical, Matilda celebrates a precocious, young girl who loves to read. Through the gift of telekinesis, she overcomes atrocious obstacles caused by her family and school, and helps her teacher to reclaim her life.
Matilda, the Musical performances are Nov. 22-24 & Nov. 29-Dec. 1. Friday performances are at 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday performances are at 2 p.m. All performances are at the Northfield Arts Guild Theater.
All performances of Matilda, the Musical are SOLD OUT. There will be eight jump seats available one hour prior to each show at the Guild Theater box office, on a first-come, first-served basis. ***If you are not able to use your tickets, please let us know so we can make them available to others.***

Project Purple Door Auditions: The Prince and the Pauper
2020-01-07 16:00 - 18:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
We pleased to announce our 2020 spring Project Purple Door production! Join us for this stylized and comical adaptation of Mark Twain’s classic tale. You might think you know the story – but there’s a twist in the telling! The boy prince and girl pauper exchange places for a time, experiencing how the other lives, but when the King dies, the true prince must be crowned.
Auditions will be held 4-6 pm on Jan. 7 or 8. You must audition and be cast to register for this program. Students should prepare to a short poem or nursery rhyme to recite at the audition. Parents, please send along a calendar of any rehearsal conflict dates/times to the auditions and interviews. To scheduled your audition, fill out the form below.
SIGN UP FOR AN AUDITION
PERFORMANCES
The Prince and the Pauper performs at the Northfield Arts Guild Theater March 13-15. Tickets available at northfieldartsguild.org. The show will tour the weekend prior.

Auditions for Grey Gardens
2020-01-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
The Guild Theater and director Mishia Edwards are excited to see performers for Grey Gardens in late January/early February. Actors will be seen the evening of Wednesday, January 29 or the afternoon of Saturday, February 1, with callbacks the afternoon of Sunday, February 2. More information and registration can be found on our auditions page.

Lend Me a Tenor
2020-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Lend Me a Tenor is a feel-good, farcical comedy, a tale of unexpected romance, hilarious gags, and mistaken identity. Set in the early 1930s, an opera house is on the verge of disaster when the principal tenor is unable to perform. Still, the show must go on, and the opera managers must scramble to find a replacement before all is lost. With a lively cast of over-the-top characters, up-beat tunes, and a penchant for mayhem, Lend Me a Tenor, by Ken Ludwig, is an energetic, laugh-filled romp for the whole family. Directed by Marc Robinson.

Auditions for The Lion in Winter
2020-02-24 18:30 - 20:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
The Guild Theater and director Rachel Haider are excited to see performers for The Lion in Winter in late February. Actors will be seen the evenings of Monday, February 24 or Tuesday, February 25. More information and registration can be found on our auditions page.

Prince and the Pauper
2020-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
Join us for Project Purple Door production of The Prince and the Pauper, a stylized and comical adaptation of Mark Twain’s classic tale. You might think you know the story – but there’s a twist in the telling! The boy prince and girl pauper exchange places for a time, experiencing how the other lives, but when the King dies, the true prince must be crowned. Directed by Rachel Haider.

E-magination Celebration
2020-04-04 | Northfield Arts Guild, 304 Division St., Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
E-MAGINATION CELEBRATION
THE NORTHFIELD ARTS GUILD INVITES OUR COMMUNITY NEAR AND FAR TO ATTEND E-MAGINATION CELEBRATION, A FREE DAY OF ONLINE PROGRAMMING INCLUDING GALLERY TOURS, ART MAKING, AND PERFORMANCES FROM 10 A.M. TO 2 P.M. ON SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2020. THIS FAMILY-FRIENDLY ONLINE EVENT IS A VIRTUAL RE-IMAGINING OF THE GUILD’S ANNUAL IMAGINATION CELEBRATION THAT CAN BE ENJOYED FROM HOME.
The Guild is thrilled to continue this annual tradition in a new, virtual setting. Follow along on the Guild’s Facebook and YouTube pages with new content added regularly throughout the celebration, or watch later as all of the videos will remain online.

PERFORMANCES Watch dances from Folklórico and Dance Theater Company, highlights from the Guild’s production of Lend Me a Tenor and behind the scenes footage of the Purple Door Youth Theater production of The Prince and the Pauper.

GALLERY TOURS A highlight of E-magination Celebration will be a series of teacher-led video tours on YouTube of their students’ artwork in 20/20 VISION, this year’s All School Art Show installed in our Main Gallery. This popular annual exhibition features 2-D and 3-D artworks by nearly 1,000 students from Northfield K-12 schools.

ART MAKING Make your own art at home throughout the day! Guided arts activities will be released throughout the day to paint, draw and create your own art using everyday household items.

Even in this time of social distancing, the Guild embraces our mission to serve our community with a rich array of arts opportunities and experiences. We hope you will join us for E-magination Celebration, and also follow us on social media to enjoy arts learning and arts engagement activities.

20/20 VISION is supported by Northfield Yarn and The Sketchy Artist.
The Guild’s 2019-2020 Education programming is sponsored by Northfield News.
The Guild’s 2019-2020 Theater season is sponsored by Neuger Communications Group and Engage Print.
Purple Door Youth Theater is sponsored by Schieck Orthodontics.

CANCELED - Grey Gardens
2020-04-17 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
The Guild has suspended all large events through the end of April, including our production of Grey Gardens. There are no immediate plans to reschedule, given what we hope is a busy summer with The Lion in Winter and Billy Elliot the Musical.
Grey Gardens is a musical that tracks the lives of two mother/daughter socialites (the aunt and cousin to Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis) as their lives fall from glittering, wild extravagance to seclusion in a crumbling estate overrun by cats. As the mother is left bedridden, and her daughter comes to grapple with the loss that has left them destitute, the pair try to reconcile their relationship and missed opportunities. As hilarious as it is tragic, the musical was nominated for numerous Tony and Drama Desk awards, as well as a Grammy nomination for its enrapturing score. Grey Gardens is a heartfelt musical wrought with humor, wit and compassion- with book by Doug Wright, music by Scott Frankel, and lyrics by Michael Korie, based on the 1975 documentary of the same name. Directed by Mishia Edwards.

Viewing Club Discussion
2020-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Watch a play every week on your own time (for free) and join Guild friends for a weekly Zoom discussion. Each Wednesday night for the month of May, join Performing Arts Manager Jared Zeigler and other theater enthusiasts for a discussion around the ideas and themes of each play. Visit the Viewing Club page of our website or email Jared (jared@northfieldartsguild.org) for more information!

The Lion in Winter- postponed to summer 2021
2020-06-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Central Park, Northfield, 421 Fourth Street East, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
More information about updates to the Guild’s 2019-20 Theater Season can be found in an announcement here.
The Lion in Winter depicts the tumultuous relationship between Henry II of England and his wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine. With Eleanor recently released from prison, and their three sons arriving to spend time with the family on holiday, the question looms: who will be the next heir to the throne? Fraught with intrigue, each family member schemes to usurp the other. This delightfully wicked and ferociously funny drama by James Goldman investigates the balance between family roles and power structures, and how all can go sour when the chips are down. Directed by Rachel Haider at Central Park, celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Theater in the Park.

CANCELED - Billy Elliot
2020-07-31 19:30 - 21:30 | Northfield Arts Guild Theater, 411 West Third Street, Northfield, MN, 55057
More information about updates to the Guild’s 2019-20 Theater Season can be found in an announcement here.
Set during the 1980’s British miners’ strike, motherless, working-class Billy Elliot dreams of being a professional ballet dancer. However, his father and brother want nothing to do with the so-called “nonmasculine” art of dance, and Billy’s teacher resolves to give Billy secret dance lessons so that he can audition for the Royal Ballet school. The winner of 14 Tony, Olivier, and Drama Desk awards, including Best Musical, Book, and Original score, Billy Elliot is an exploration of how we can find our place and passions in an unbalanced world. The empowering music is by Elton John, with book and lyrics by Lee Hall, who wrote the original film screenplay of the same name.

Virtual Members Meeting
2020-10-27 18:30 - 19:15
We invite Guild Members and the community to our online Members Meeting at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, October 27. This approx. 40 minute online event will include:

* A look back at our 60th anniversary season
* 2019-2020 Financial Report
* Arts Program Updates and
* Recognizing our 2019-20 Volunteers of the Year!
Watch a recording of the 2020 Virtual Member Meeting
View the 2019-20 Annual Report

411 Encore Concert featuring Sam Ryden
2020-12-19 19:30 - 20:00
The Northfield Arts Guild, in collaboration with Ray Coudret, is pleased to present 411 Encore Concert featuring Sam Ryden, a free virtual concert, live from the Guild stage, showcasing Northfield-based singer/songwriter, Sam Ryden on Saturday, December 19 at 7:30pm.
Ryden will perform live from the Guild Theater with his performance streamed on the Guild’s Facebook page. The concert will be approximately 30 minutes in length and feature new and recent songs by Ryden. Join us at 7:30 pm to enjoy live music featuring this acclaimed performer.
Stay tuned for upcoming dates and details for a planned series of musical performances live from the Guild Theater spanning the winter months.
WATCH THE CONCERT
During these challenging times, your support has tremendous impact! In celebration of tonight’s concert, please consider a donation to the Northfield Arts Guild.

Live From the Guild Theater: Craig Wasner, Maren Brogger & Rob Ryden
2021-01-16 19:30 - 20:00
Tune into the Guild’s Facebook page at 7:30 pm on Saturday, January 16 to experience the incomparable Craig Wasner, along with Maren Brogger and Rob Ryden!
WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT
Live from the Guild Theater is a series of 30-minute live monthly concerts streamed to you from the Guild Theater between January and May, 2021. This concert series, organized by Ray Coudret, in collaboration with Guild staff, provides a platform for accomplished area musicians to share their music with their community.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.

Youth Theater Auditions for Peter Pan
2021-01-17 16:00 - 18:30
AUDITIONS FOR PETER PAN FOR YOUTH IN GRADES 2-8
SUNDAY, JANUARY 17 | 4-6:30PM

“All the world is made of faith, and trust, and pixie dust.” Through a shortened virtual production of Peter Pan, we will explore storytelling, character development, reacting, working as an ensemble, and memorization. Build your confidence and your focus; learn a ton and have tons of fun! Our virtual performance will be recorded and shown in March.
Peter Pan, adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller, is the beloved story of the fantastic adventures of the Darling children, lost boys, mermaids and pirates in Neverland. Fast-paced and full of mischievous fun, be part of one of the world’s most enduring and timeless classic tales.
Auditions will be held 4-6:30 pm on Sunday, January17. You must audition and be cast to register for this
program. Students should prepare a short monologue to recite at the audition. To schedule your audition, fill out
this form: https://forms.gle/QyHSK2PRF5pHzwFJ8
Guild Members: $135 | Non-Members: $150
Important dates:
February 15–March 4 Online Class/Rehearsals
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays: 4:00-5:30pm
March 8-12 Online Tech Week/Filming
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 4:00-6:00pm
Sunday, March 14, 2 pm Virtual Performance of Peter Pan premiering on the Guild’s YouTube channel

Online Performance of "The Importance of Being Earnest in a Pandemic"
2021-01-31 14:00
SUNDAY, JAN 31, 2 PM
Online Performance of The Importance of Being Earnest in a Pandemic premiering on the Guild’s YouTube channel
FIND THE SHOW AT THE FOLLOWING LINK.ONE SHOW ONLY JAN 31 AT 2PM: https://youtu.be/F-g0c3X2kc4
Love and lies: imagine getting a notification that your own false identity has entered your video call. Experience the hilariously tangled web of Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest in a whole new way in this playful adaptation for today’s world. This production is the summation of the Project Purple Door youth actor training for grades 7-12, under the direction of Rachel Haider, with assistance from Grace Muth.
A YouTube link to the production will appear on January 31.
CAST (in order of appearance)
Algernon Moncrieff: SAM NELSON
Lane: AVARI PARKER
John Worthing: ISAAC LEER
Lady Augusta Bracknell: MOLLY BOYD
Gwendolen Fairfax: KIARA ARTLEY
Cecily Cardew: KYRA REVERMAN
Miss Prisim: OLIVIA ASH
Dr. Chasuble: MASON VATTER
DIRECTOR: Rachel Haider
STAGE MANAGER/ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGER: Grace Muth

Peter Pan
2021-03-14 14:00
“All the world is made of faith, and trust, and pixie dust.”
Peter Pan, adapted by Kathryn Schultz Miller, is the beloved story of the fantastic adventures of the Darling children, lost boys, mermaids and pirates in Neverland. Performed by students in grades 3-7, this show is full of mischievous fun! Join us to delight in one of the world’s most enduring and timeless classic tales. Directed by Rachel Haider, with assistance from Kate Stuart.
The one-time online performance of Peter Pan premiers on the Guild’s YouTube channel . A YouTube link to the production will appear on March 14.

Live From the Guild Theater - Jon Manners
2021-04-10 19:30 - 20:00
A consummate troubadour, Jon Manners has been playing guitar since ’57, and recorded with Rolling Stones impresario/producer Andrew Loog Oldham for the Rare Earth label. Now living in Northfield he gigs solo in Southern and Central Minnesota.
Jon Manners’ sound is unmistakable, combining the bounce of funk, the passion of soul, the thoughtfulness of jazz, the story telling of folk and the joy of rock’n roll.
– Rich Larson, The Weekly List, 95.1 FM
WATCH THE LIVE CONCERT
Tune into the Guild’s Facebook page at 7:30 pm on Saturday, April 10 to experience Jon Manners Live from the Guild Theater!
Live from the Guild Theater is a series of 30-minute live monthly concerts streamed to you from the stage of the Guild Theater between January and May, 2021. This concert series, organized by Ray Coudret, in collaboration with Guild staff, provides a platform for accomplished area musicians to share their music with the community.
Live from the Guild Theater is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts & cultural heritage fund.
MANY THANKS TO OUR 2020-21 411 CONCERT SERIES SPONSOR:

The Lion in Winter
2021-07-23 19:00 - 21:30 | Central Park, Northfield, 421 Fourth Street East, Northfield, MN, 55057, United States
With royal wit, The Lion In Winter depicts the passionate relationship between Henry II of England and his wife, the wealthiest woman of the age, Eleanor of Aquitaine. Behind the great stone walls of their English castle, the world’s most powerful empire is in crises. Who will be the next heir to the throne? Fraught with intrigue, each family member schemes to usurp the other. This delightfully wicked and ferociously funny drama by James Goldman investigates the balance between family roles and power structures. What happens when the chips are down?
In order to prepare for a conscientious seating arrangement, all tickets for The Lion in Winter must be purchased in advance of show night. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Friday, July 23, 2021 at 7:00pm in Northfield’s Central Park
Saturday, July 24, 2021 at 7:00pm in Northfield’s Central Park
Sunday, July 25, 2021 at 7:00pm in Northfield’s Central Park
Thursday, July 29, 2021 at 7:00pm in Northfield’s Central Park
Friday, July 30, 2021 at 7:00pm in Northfield’s Central Park
Featuring:
Henry II, King of England – Jonathan Larson
Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henry’s wife – Michelle Drenth
Richard the Lionheart, their oldest son – Ben Pelegano
Geoffrey, their middle son – Raul Arambula
John, their youngest son – James Muth
Alais, a French princess – Alison Haider
Philip, King of France – Samuel Mastin
Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 23, 24, 25 (2021) at 7:00pm in Northfield’s Central Park
Thursday and Friday: July 29, 30 (2021) at 7:00pm in Northfield’s Central Park
DIRECTED BY RACHEL HAIDER

Rachel’s extensive resume includes work with professional, community and educational theaters. Her most recent directing credits with the Guild include Peter Pan, The Importance of Being Earnest, Matilda, The Great Northfield Bank Robbery: A Love Story, Mansfield Park, and Les Misérables (which won Best Production in 2018). Rachel directs, teaches and manages the Guild’s Purple Door Youth Theater and has taught theater arts in private and public schools along with numerous other arts organizations. Rachel was named Southern Minn Scene’s Best Director for both 2018 and 2013.
REVIEWS
“A work of intelligence, astringent wit, and much theatrical skill.” – The New York Times
“Marvelously articulate language, with humor that bristles and burns.” – The Los Angeles Times
