Northrop Auditorium

Jin Xing Dance Theatre Shanghai

2012-02-13T09:28:00.000-08:00

Jin Xing, China's most celebrated dancer, and her company Jin Xing Dance Theatre Shanghai will showcase a retrospective of 10 of her best works over the last 25 years.

Shanghai Tango, though not actually a tango, will showcase a contemporary Shanghai.

Check out Jin Xing Dance Theatre at the Northrop Auditorium!

Northrup Auditorium parking

2012-01-06T10:46:00.000-08:00

Northrop parking is located south of University Avenue on Church Street in the Nolte and Church Street Garages (usually $9) and the corner of 17th Avenue and 4th Street at the 4th Street Ramp (usually $9). The Northrop is not my favorite place to park and there are often traffic jams coming and going to major events so plan ahead!

Northrup Auditorium Ballet Preljocaj Snow White

2011-12-09T14:37:00.000-08:00

Ballet Preljocaj is a contemporary ballet company from France, and will be performing Snow White, a romantic and contemporary retelling based on the Grimm brothers' fairytale.

This full-length story ballet features massive sets, twenty-six dancers, and an amazing roster of French artists and designers. Preljocaj's choreography demonstrates space, energy and feelings, using inventive gestures, clever substitution and pirouetting.

If you're a true fan of the arts, the Northrup is the place to go to see amazing artistic talent!

Northrup Auditorium Houston Ballet

2011-11-11T13:28:00.000-08:00

The Houston Ballet will be performing at the Northrup Auditorium for two performances, Friday March 23 and Saturday March 24, 2012.

The Houston Ballet is known for it's visually stunning, virtuosic performances and one of the heirs to both the Balanchnine and Ballet Russe legacies, the anticipated return of the beloved Houston Ballet is razor-sharp dance at its finest.

The Houston Ballet is the fourth largest ballet company in the U.S. and at this Northrup performance, will feature the best of both classic and contemporary ballet.

You can find more in-depth information about the Houston Ballet at their website, www.HoustonBallet.org.

Northrup Auditorium Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet

2011-10-17T19:32:00.000-07:00

Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet is coming to the Northrup Auditorium November 12th and 13th! The storyline of Wonderland, by the Royal Winnipeg Ballet, is basically Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll.

ALl of your favorite characters from Alice in Wonderland will make an appearance, ballet-style! The Queen of Hearts, the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit!

Wonderland by Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet is sure to be breathtaking! Secure you seats today!

Events at Northrop Auditorium

2011-08-24T12:15:00.000-07:00

Students are beginning to get back to the University of Minnesota and the Northrop Auditorium should be buzzing again soon. They have too big events coming up this fall and here they are.

There's a Scottish Ballet on October 22nd and Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet will be playing there as well on November 12th.

You can buy tickets for these events at Ticket King. Ticket King offers tons of low prices and also provides very good service.

Northrop Auditorium Renovation Update: 6/21/11

2011-06-21T11:24:00.000-07:00

The Northrop Auditorium, which closed in February, is currently undergoing reconstruction. The sad news is that it won't be ready until the Fall of 2013! What are we going to do without it?? The good news is that this 82 year old facility was in desperate need of a renovation and we should be able to reap the benefits of the new facility once it's finished. Shows that are normally scheduled for the Northrop Auditorium will be moved to the Orpheum and Varsity theatres. The renovation is going to cost an estimated 80 million dollars.

Update on the renovation: everything is going smoothly and the expected due date for the new theatre has not changed.

This place better be so awesome by the time it's done, or I am going to be so mad that we just wasted 80 million dollars.

Northrop Auditorium Renovations Update

2011-02-25T07:23:00.000-08:00

The University of Minnesota Board of Regents gave their final approval on February 11, 2011 for the financing package that will renovate the Northrop Auditorium. The Northrop Auditorium of course serves as a major performing arts venue for the Twin Cities.

The renovation is estimated at $80.8 million dollars and will restore the center with a multi-purpose 2,800 seat hall, featuring state-of-the-art acoustics, significantly improved sight-lines, cutting-edge technologies and updated amenities, including a cafe and coffee bar.

The Northrop Auditorium closed on Monday, February 14, to begin construction. The grand re-opening is scheduled for Fall 2013. In the meantime, university activities usually programmed for the Northrop Auditorium will be moved to other venues such as the State and Orpheum Theaters.

Northrop Dance Events Are Amazing

2011-01-14T12:19:00.000-08:00

Ever attended a Northrop Auditorium dance event? If not, you are definitely missing out. They are so fun and you won't regret attending the Northrop. Not sure where the Northrop Auditorium is? Well, it's on 84 Church St SE # 105 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It's right by buildings from the University of Minnesota. It's nestled by Pleasant Street and Pillsbury Drive. Come check out the fun cultural dances at the Northrop Auditorium and the other great dances!

Snoop Dogg tickets

2010-12-09T12:18:00.001-08:00

While Snoop Dogg is not playing at the Northrop Auditorium anytime soon he IS playing on the West Bank at the Cabooze. And Snoop Dogg is not playing once, but TWICE on January 25th. The late show sold out so fast that Snoop's crew added an early show at 5:30 - which is also an all ages show!

Snoop D - O - double G is touring in support of his new single "Get Wet." Also, Snoop has been in the news a bunch lately regarding his apparent requested presence at the royal wedding. I don't know how much of that rumor I believe. I would like to think that Prince William is really THAT cool and wants one of the coolest dudes on the planet at his wedding. But then again do you REALLY think that Queen Elizabeth is going to allow the Doggfather to sing about "Gin and Juice" at her precious grandson's wedding of the century?

Regardless - Snoop Dogg tickets are a hot commodity! Be sure to buy them asap if you want to go!

A very festive Snoop!

Northrop Auditorium tickets

2010-11-28T11:33:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for holiday gift ideas for someone difficult to buy for maybe take a look at the upcoming ballet and dance events at the Northrop. Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for the winter dance season which primarily includes ballets.

The Aspen Santa Fe Ballet will take the stage on Tuesday, March 8th at 7:30. Their performance is called "Trace, In Hidden Seconds, Red Sweet."

The Paul Taylor Dance Company stars in "Cloven Kingdom, Brief Encounters, Esplanade" on Tuesday, November 30th. A little early for holiday gifts, but sounds interesting nonetheless.

February 3rd, 2011 the Northrop Auditorium will host "Swan Lake" from the Voronezh State Ballet Theatre of Russia.

Northrop Auditorium tickets are available for all of these shows in a variety of price levels.

Does the Northrop Auditorium Need Upgrades?

2010-11-24T09:19:00.000-08:00

I'm a guest blogger today for the Northrop Auditorium website. I come to the blog asking one major question: Does the Northrop need upgrades to attract more big ticket performers? We know what the Northrop Auditorium is and what it is like. Unfortunately, the Northrop Auditorium does not attract big ticket performers. So my question is what recommendations would you give the Northrop Auditorium in order to get bigger names? Feel free to leave comments and suggestions.

Northrop Auditorium tickets

2010-11-23T12:40:00.000-08:00

Not a lot has been going on the Northrop lately. However, one very notable public figure will be making a very rare special appearance this spring: The Dalai Lama.

Mariucci Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for the May 8th Dalai Lama event. Expect security to be abundant and the campus area to be hectic. Maybe finals week is not the best week for this appearance. Although I am sure the Center for Spirituality and Healing (who is presenting the event) had little to do with the date. The Dalai Lama will speak when the Dalai Lama will speak, no?

This will be the Dalai Lama's first trip to the US since 2001. The theme of the event is "One Heart, One Mind, One Soul." Not only seen as a spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama will speak on his ethics, happiness, harmonies, identity, culture, and religion.

Mariucci Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for this event, however, run a quite a steep price. Ticket prices go up to over $200 per ticket. That is a little steep for the everyday college student. This is a once in a lifetime event - perhaps its something that you cannot really 'put' a price on?

Furthur tickets

2010-10-25T14:10:00.000-07:00

Nope, that is not a spelling mishap. That is really how Phil Lesh and Bob Weir spell their musical outfit, Furthur. Loved by Greatful Deadheads and hippies alike.

The touring band that Phil and Bob are touring with is quite an impressive cast. Jeff Chimenti (of RatDog), Joe Russo (toured with the beloved Trey Anastasio), and John Kadlecik (Dark Star Orchestra). That is pretty much the dream list to any jam band lover's guest list, no?

Formed in 2009, Phil Lesh and Bob Weir created Furthur. Before then they crossed paths again they had been touring independently. I think the Further show will do well in Minneapolis, we love our jam bands around here. One of the more beloved local bands is Trampled By Turtles.

Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for Furthur: Phil Lesh and Bob Weir. This show at the Northrop will definitely sell out so don't miss the Monday, November 8th performance.

Lady Antebellum tickets

2010-10-21T06:55:00.000-07:00

Are you read for some Lady A? Lady Antebellum is at the Northrop Auditorium tomorrow for a sold out show. If you are still looking for Northrop Auditorium tickets for the Lady Antebellum show you might want to snap them up asap. The only way to get them is in the secondary market and there are not many of them.

Lady Antebellum is touring with there "I need you now 2010 Tour." The tour has sold out in every city it's booked in, Chicago even has two shows. Lady Antebellum was recently nominated for 5 American Music Awards - one of their competitors in the 'best group' category is Train. Now, I am no country fan, but I will be rooting for Lady A any day before I root for Train.

Northrop Tickets are also on sale for their 2010 winter dance season which include:
U of MN Dance Performance (Thursdays in October)
Paul Taylor Dance Company (Thuesday, Nov 30)
Northrop Auditorium tickets are free for those dance events.

Lady Antebellum tickets

2010-09-29T11:32:00.000-07:00

Looking for Lady Antebellum tickets? Good luck - the Northrop Auditorium has a pretty hot show on their hands. To tell you the truth, I do not know a whole lot about lady Antebellum - I know that they should for sure have booked a larger venue, like the Target Center.

Lady Antebellum reached the most desired success that a country band could want: crossover success. Their song "Need You Know" was a top 40 hit on the county charts and the pop charts. Few artists can achieve dual market success and when they do it is always a hot concert ticket!

The Nashville, Tennessee trio has had quite a year. They won the Grammy for best country song in 2009 and made a splash at the American Country Music awards as well. The trio had an 'in' in the music industry, singer Hillary Scott is the daughter of country music star Linda Davis and guitarist Charley Kelley is the brother to pop star Josh Kelley. It's easy to get your foot in the door when you're already in, no?

Lady Antebellum tickets are on sale now through secondary vendors, however, it looks like the Northrop Auditorium tickets are sold out from the Northrop.

America's Got Talent Live! October 16th

2010-08-06T07:51:00.000-07:00

On Saturday October 16th, America's Got Talent Live will be performing at the Northrop Auditorium. The hit show is launching it's first ever tour with the country's most dynamic and diverse entertainers. Hosting the tour will be Jerry Springer and will feature the season 5 winner as well as the finalists and fan favorites from the show. The tour includes 25 cities and features singers, dancers, comedians, and any unique act one could imagine. Buy your America's Got Talent Live tickets today!

Northrop Auditorium tickets

2010-06-27T12:53:00.000-07:00

In April I attended a sold out event at the Weisman Art Museum called "WHAMplified." It ended up being a totally sold out show with Har Mar Superstar. My friend Rachel and I had a blast, it was a unique concert experience. I have been to many concerts, but this is the only one I attended that was IN an art gallery.

WHAMplified! is an event that the Weisman has about 3 times a year. The Weisman has just announced their new installment featuring local acts Solid Gold and Lookbook. Hello! This line up is awesome! Solid Gold is always a local favorite and Lookbook is an up and coming band that just got back from their first national tour, they also just headlined their first night at First Avenue's mainroom last weekend.

WHAMplified tickets are on sale now along with other great Northrop Auditorium tickets and events, like Neil Young. WHAMplified tickets will sell out, there is very limited space - not to mention everyone will want to be at the Solid Gold / Lookbook show on July 17th. Sadly, I will not be making it to this one, I will be at another show!

Romantica Tickets

2010-06-14T10:00:00.000-07:00

The Northrop is throwing a free concert tonight with local loves, Romantica. Northrop Auditorium tickets are free for this show! If you are bored on a Monday night, why not check out a great show. Maybe if the weather is nice I could see the Northrop moving the show outside. The Northrop is known for their outdoor music concert series, however, it is not usual that they grab such a great act like Romantica to headline.

Free Northrop Auditorium tickets are available at the door for this show, there is no on sale for the free show ahead of time. Be prepared to get their early to get a spot.

Romantica's success has been all over the place. They play more local shows here in Minnesota than you can count, they have opened for Ryan Adams, and toured with Carrie Rodriguez (they played at the Varsity just a month ago.) Romantica have a lot of upcoming shows in Minneapolis including Bastille Days (with my favorite The Red Pens), the Basilica Block Party, an opening spot for the Jayhawks' Sunday night show, and two MN State Fair shows. Romantica has a lot on their plate this summer playing at some of the bigger events around town, don't miss their free show at the Northrop tonight!!

Neil Young tickets

2010-06-13T11:34:00.000-07:00

After an odd stint at the Xcel Energy Center, Neil Young has made it back to the Northrop for a solo show. The show is not acoustic, but it will be just Neil. I want to go oh - so - bad, however as usual with ol' Neil Young, Northrop Auditorium tickets will set you back a few pennies. Actually, A TON of pennies. Neil Young is a once in a life time kind of musician, but still, he charges his fans a lot of money.

Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for the July 29th Neil Young show, Bert Jansch opens the show. It has been awhile sine the Northrop Auditorium has had a show - April's Chelsea Handler shows to be exact.

Neil Young is advertising his tour as "solo, acoustic, and electric" so he should have more than enough chances to showcase his extensive catalog. What I wouldn't give to hear "Old Man" "Alabama" and all of his other amazing jams. Northrop Auditorium tickets might just have to drop out of the sky for this one for me. Buy Northrop Auditorium Neil Young tickets for this show NOW before they are sold out - Neil sells out every show every time!

Some day, Neil - some day!

Northrop Auditorium tickets

2010-04-11T15:34:00.000-07:00

There is not a lot going on at the Northrop these days. Past Northrop Auditorium performers, the Zac Brown Band have announced a show at Mystic Lake Casino. Fans are upset about this change because the Mystic Lake tickets are double what he was charging for the Northrop Auditorium tickets for his last show here. The Star Tribune even featured an article on the new Zac Brown Band ticket price jump.

In other news, both Chelsea Handler shows ended up being a great success and selling out, even the late show. Minneapolis comedy fans proved to be big fan of the Chelsea Lately star. Though sadly, I heard Chewy was not there. What is a Chelsea Handler show with no Chewy?!!

While the Chelsea Handler shows were going on at the Northrop, I was just across the mall area of the UofMN campus at the Weisman Art Museum at another sold out show" WHAMplified. Minnesota's own Har Mar Superstar was the headliner, and despite it being a million plus degrees in there it was a great show. I have seen Har Mar Superstar in just about every venue in the twin cities area so it was cool to see him in another setting: an art gallery. The 'stage' was in the conference/meeting room wing. Even thought Har Mar probably won't be in the next WHAMplified, I would totally go to another one just for the experience - I highly recommend it.

I will post some pictures from the show when I can find my missing camera cord!

Har Mar on the Jimmy Fallon show:

Northrop Auditorium tickets

2010-03-21T12:37:00.000-07:00

Saturday, April 3rd is going to be a hub of excitement for the University of Minnesota. There not one, but two Chelsea Handler shows at the Northrop Auditorium. In Dinkeytown, this awesome little band called the Black Lips are playing at the Varsity Theater and it is now official: the Har Mar Superstar WHAMplified event at the Weisman Art Museum is sold out! I am so glad that I purchased my ticket in advance, I know a lot of people who were planning on buying their at the door. Instead, since Har Mar is a pretty cool guy, he will probably just play an after party! This is his home turf, Har Mar will not disappoint.

On another note, there are still Northrop Auditorium tickets available for both Chelsea handler shows. And might I add, there are really good Northrop Auditorium tickets available for both Chelsea handler shows. Her book, Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang is in ever top 10 best seller list so I am sure she will have a mouth full to talk about of course at her 8pm and 11pm shows. I don't know how many Minneapolis comedy fans are going to be able to stay up that late to see the 11pm show - it takes a lot of people to sell out 2 Northrop Auditorium shows.

There are so many things to do in Minneapolis on April 3rd, I have no idea how we are all supposed to decide between Chelsea Handler, Beach House, The Black Lips with the Box Elders, Har Mar Superstar, the Red Pens, Spoon with Deerhunter, or Puscifer. And then to think Passion Pit is the next night. April is going to be exhausting!

Har Mar Superstar in all of his glory, see him at the Weisman on April 3rd.

Conan O'Brien tickets

2010-03-14T15:11:00.000-07:00

Perhaps the hottest ticket in town right now is Conan O'Brien's just announced and totally sold out show at the Orpheum Theater.

Conan! What are you thinking?! The Northrop Auditorium holds wayyyy more people than the Orpheum and you would have been able to accommodate more of your die hard fans that are dying to see you. Northrop Auditorium tickets would have flown out the door just as Orpheum Theater tickets did!

Conan O'Brien is on his "Legally Prohibited From Being Funny On Television Tour" which will include appearances by his side-kick, Andy Richter. I really wish that Conan would have announced his show at the Northrop instead.

If you are looking for Conan O'Brien Orpheum Theater tickets good luck. They are very hot tickets - everyone wants to see Coco - myself included. Craig Ferguson, Eddie Griffin, and of course, Chelsea Handler all have comedy shows coming up, but nothing is as anticipated and Conan O'Brien. There was such a hullabaloo about the Tonight Show that everyone wants to see what he has to say about it ... and in person nonetheless. I must admit, I am intrigued to see the man who once owned a Chuck Norris lever. That is not something you see every day. Since Conan is banned from television until September 1st, 2010. So what else is there to do...? Why place a sold out Orpheum Theater show in Minneapolis among other places. Conan has already sold out THREE nights in Chicago.

The man, the myth, the legend

Tuesday, May 18th, 2010 at the Orpheum Theater

Northrop Auditorium seating chart

2010-02-08T12:33:00.000-08:00

Before you purchase your Northrop Auditorium tickets you may want to have a copy of your Northrop Auditorium seating chart so you are aware of where your Northrop Auditorium tickets are located.

The Northrop Auditorium holds a whopping 4800 people - which is almost double of the Orpheum Theater. The State Theater and Pantages Theater hold only around 1000 people.

Although when a lot of people think of the Northrop Auditorium they think of all the different concerts they have attended there, the Northrop also has a distinguished presence around the University. The Northrop hosts graduation ceremonies for all schools at the University of Minnesota. Also, the Northrop Auditorium hosts several events for the University like conferences lectures from renowed authors and artists. The Northrop has hosted lectures from T.S. Eliot and Robert Frost.

Ground broke on the Northrop Auditorium in 1928. The site that it is now on used to be the College of Pharmacy's garden. The Northrop Dance seasons are very important to the history of the auditorium. The first dance season began in 1970-71 with the Northrop's commitment to be a premier international ballet and contemporary, national, and cultural dance venues.

If you are on the U of MN campus the Northrop Auditorium is a beautiful building that is worthy of a tour. The Northrop Auditorium's history is shown throughout the entire building, every renovation takes special steps to preserve the rich and historic setting of the Northrop Auditorium building.

Restaurants by the Northrop

2010-02-07T13:35:00.001-08:00

There are not a ton of restaurants by the Northrop that are not college bars or fast food. The one thing the UofMN is missing is fine dining. But then again, why would you put up an upscale restaurant when the main neighborhood clientele is college students.

When I think of a 'nice place' to have dinner by the Northrop Auditorium, Loring Pasta Bar comes to mind. It is a unique one of a kind space that is beautifully decorated. In the summer the front panels of the building come off so the 15th Avenue side is completely open. The Loring Pasta Bar offers a unique atmosphere that cannot be replicated.

If you're not in the mood for Stub n Herb's greasy bar food, Big 10 or Jimmy Johns subs, McDonalds, or Mesa Pizza or Pizza Hut Loring Pasta bar is your place. They specialize in affordable pasta dishes and awesome appetizers. You can read their full menu here.

Also, the Loring Pasta Bar offers a 30% off your total bill with your student ID. Which you can use at any time except 6-9pm on Fridays and Saturdays. For a restaurant by the Northrop Auditorium just off campus that is a very generous discount. Since the Varsity Theater and Loring Pasta Bar are owned by the same person, you can also receive a 10% off discount at the Loring on the night of your Varsity Theater show. All you need to do is present your ticket stub when you pay your bill.

After you have purchased your Northrop Auditorium tickets for the Chelsea Handler show or an upcoming dance performance you can chose from a few Northrop Auditorium restaurants, but my recommendation is always going to be the Loring Pasta Bar!

Fun fact: Loring Pasta Bar has won the City Pages' 'Coolest Bathroom in Minneapolis' award more than one year in a row.

Chelsea Handler tickets

2010-02-03T15:29:00.000-08:00

Are you ready for more Chelsea Handler?! Well, apparently Chelsea Handler's promotors think we are. Northrop Auditorium tickets for the SECOND Chelsea Handler show go on sale this Friday. Chelsea Handler's first show at 8pm must have made Northrop Auditorium tickets a hot commodity because there is now a show at 11pm. I think that time is going to be a little late for Minneapolis comedy fans, but at least the show is on a Saturday night. If it would have been on a Thursday or Sunday it is doubtful that any Northrop Auditorium tickets would sell out for the second show!

This is a week of second shows! Bon Jovi has announced that they are adding an additional Xcel Energy Center show on April 8th. At least Chelsea Handler's people are more on top of things that Bon Jovi's. Xcel Energy Center tickets for the second Bon Jovi show go on sale Friday as well, however, I am not sure how this one is going to pan out. The second show is on a Thursday night, which may be a hard sell considering most of Bon Jovi's fans will have to work the next day! Bon Jovi, what are you thinking? Friday or Saturday nights only!!!!

Who'd you rather see in concert ...

or ....

WAMplified tickets

2010-01-31T14:31:00.000-08:00

Uh. Oh. I am officially double booked. April 3rd, 2010 I am already supposed to be at the Varsity Theater's Black Lips show. But it looks like I may have to bail on those plans, it appears something else has come up. While you will not need Northrop Auditorium tickets for this show and it looks like my Varsity Theater tickets for the Black Lips will be tossed, you will be needing a Weisman Art Museum ticket. One of my favorite local guys, Har Mar Superstar, is going to be the musical guest at the next WAMplified event at the Weisman Art Museum on the U of MN campus.

One ticket to this show will not only pay for you admission to the concert to see Har Mar Superstar, but admission includes 2 drink tickets and a tour of the museum. WAMplified is an event that the Weisman Art Museum has 3 times a year and it incorporates music with the current exhibition the museum is showcasing.

Northrop Auditorium tickets Weisman Art Museum tickets for WAMplified are on sale now. Minneapolis music fans are going to have a severly hard time deciding what to do on the night of Saturday, April 3rd. Beachhouse is at the Cedar Cultural Center, the Black Lips are at the Varsity Theater, and now Har Mar Superstar at the Weisman. Being a music fan can be exhausting sometimes!

See you at the show!

Northrop Auditorium tickets

2010-01-28T14:32:00.000-08:00

If you have recovered enough from the cancellation of Mariah Carey's show and were still hoping to make it over the U of MN's Northrop Auditorium for a show then maybe you would want to check out one of their many dance shows or ballets. There are a lot of Northrop Auditorium tickets for these events and are priced fairly reasonably.

Here are a list of dance shows coming to the Northrop:

February 12th and 13th: Pilobolus - Mixed Repertoire (Different programs for each show)

March 3rd: Akram Khan Company: bahok

March 12th and 13th: The Suzanne Farrell Ballet

Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale for all of the dance performances listed above. I have not been to one, however, my roommate has been to quite a few of the ballets. It is a cheap and different thing to do on the weekends. Some of the Northrop Auditorium tickets are fairly inexpensive and students even get an additional discounted rate.

Mariah Carey tickets

2010-01-24T12:25:00.000-08:00

Sadly, I hate to report that it looks like Mariah Carey is no longer making a stop in Minneapolis on her Angels Advocate tour. The February date was on her website (however, no ticket information) for quite some time, however, that date is no longer listed. However, she now has two dates at the Chicago Theater in Chicago, IL on February 13th and 14th. If only we could have had Mariah Carey here on Valentine's Day - that would have made Northrop Auditorium tickets a very hot item for this year's Cupid holiday. What a better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than with Mariah Carey singing top 40 love songs from the last 20 years? Well, I could certainly think of a few - like buying Minnesota Wild tickets and checking out the game at the Xcel against the Canucks - but hey, to each their own!

If you were really dead set on going to a show at the Northrop Auditorium there are still plenty of Northrop Auditorium tickets left for the Chelsea Handler show on April 4th. Does anyone know if Chewy is going to be there? To be honest, I want to see Chewy almost as much as I would love to see Chelsea Handler!

Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now the hilarious Chelsea Handlers. Ms. Comcast herself will bring her stand up show to the Northrop on Saturday, April 3rd. Handler is touring in support of not only her show, but her fifth book, "Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang."

Minneapolis would much rather welcome the beautiful Chelsea Handler any day instead of Ms. Mariah Carey Nick Cannon!

Chelsea Handler tickets

2010-01-14T12:47:00.000-08:00

Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale tomorrow for the just announced Chelsea Handler show! You know her as Chelsea Lately from her show on E! (it's on after my man, Joel McHale hosts the Soup aka the best show on television).

When Chelsea Handler was here last summer at Treasure Island Casino it was a very popular ticket. The show was far beyond sold out and a lot of fans were not able to attend because there were no tickets left.

Chelsea Handler Northrop Auditorium tickets will be in demand so if you want to go be sure to buy your Northrop Auditorium tickets as soon as possible. The show is only a few short months away so it is anticipated that it will sell out.

Chelsea Handler is touring in support of her book, "Chelsea Chelsea Bang Bang." Sadly I don't think that Chewy will be on tour with her. Chelsea Handler will have opening acts at her show, but it won't be Chewy! We can only hope ...

If you're not familiar with Chelsea Handler's jokes, perhaps you know her name from her famous boyfriend, Ted Harbert, who owns Comcast - the worst company of all time! They have been in the tabloids a lot - one of those make up and break up all the time couples.

Northrop Auditorium tickets go on sale Friday!

Mariah Carey Tickets

2010-01-07T10:23:00.000-08:00

What has replaced Louiepalooza's advertisement on the Northrop Auditorium page? Mariah Carey's face! While Northrop Auditorium tickets are not on sale yet for the Mariah Carey show at the Northrop there is a lot of talk about the show! There is a message that tells the details of the show have not been finalized, however, I wonder if the Northrop Auditorium knows that the concert is only about a month away.

There has not been an onsale date announced for the show yet, which is a little worry some to Mariah Carey fans. The concert is scheduled to be on February 16th - which is only a month away. The Northrop Auditorium's capacity is about 4500 people - that is a lot of tickets to get through in less than a month - and a Mariah Carey ticket onsale Minneapolis date has not been announced yet. What is a Mariah Carey fan to do that wants to buy Northrop Auditorium tickets for the Angels Advocate tour.

Northrop Parking

2010-01-03T07:12:00.000-08:00

Did anyone go to the Louie Anderson shows yesterday? I heard that Northrop Auditorium tickets for both shows were sold out...?

A lot of people ask "Where to park when I go to the Northrop?" Well, to be honest parking close to the Northrop can be difficult. The Northrop Auditorium is located in the heart of the University of Minnesota's mall area and is surrounded, for the most part, by other campus buildings. There is one Northrop Auditorium parking ramp by the facility that sells out fast, especially if there is an event. Also, a lot of staff of the U of MN park in the Northrop ramp - so the spaces fill up quickly.

You can also park in the Washington Avenue ramp, which is never out of space, but is a ways from the Northrop Auditorium. I am an alumni of the U of MN so I know my way around the Northrop quite well, so getting from the ramp the Northrop Auditorium is not difficult. It is kind of a maze, the Northrop Auditorium is in the middle of the East Bank and the maps on campus are a little confusing.

So next time you have your Northrop Auditorium tickets for Louie Anderson, Mariah Carey, or one of their dance exhibitions remember to plan ahead when you are looking for Northrop Auditorium parking. The early bird definitely gets the worm (or the better parking spot!)

Louie Anderson tickets

2009-12-27T13:10:00.000-08:00

Louispalooza is only a few days away! Louie Anderson tickets sold like hot cakes this holiday season. There are very few Northrop Auditorium tickets left for Louie's not one, but TWO holiday shows on January 2nd, 2010.

As I have blogged before Louis Anderson always performs two shows around New years Day, which ever date is closer to a weekend. This year January 2nd is on a Saturday allowing Louis Anderson and friends to have a 5pm and 8:30pm show.

Very limited Northrop Auditorium tickets are available for both Louie Anderson shows. Plan ahead if you think you want to bring in the 2nd day of the new year with Louie. You don't want to be left outside in the cold and miss all of the laughs!

Louie Anderson - two performances - one day only - Saturday, January 2nd, 2010 5pm and 8:30pm - with special guests Scott Hansen and Mary Mack!

Louie Anderson seen here enjoying ice cream!

Mariah Carey tickets

2009-12-22T07:07:00.000-08:00

Pop songstress and superstar Mariah Carey has just announced a show at the Northrop Auditorium on February 16th, 2010. This show comes as a surprise to Mariah Carey fans because in her 20 year career she has only embarked on 3 tours. Considering her vast catalog of hit pop songs that is not a lot of road time!

Northrop Auditorium tickets onsale dates and times have not been announced yet, nor has the opening act been announced. Perhaps it will be her actor hubby Nick Cannon?! It could be a supergroup tour of sorts!

Although no information about Mariah Carey at Northrop Auditorium has been announced, I am sure Northrop Auditorium tickets will not be cheap, I can see Mariah Carey having an extremely high face value for her premium seats. And it is possible that the show will sell out seeing as she does not tour frequently - making her shows a big deal!

Come on, don't you want to see "Emotions" live? Just a little ....

Stay tuned for onsale dates and times!

Louie Anderson tickets

2009-12-02T10:48:00.000-08:00

Louie Anderson tickets are flying out the door! Northrop Auditorium tickets are always very popular for Louie Anderson's Holiday shows. Many Minnesotans like to give the gift of Louie Anderson for the holidays - his shows are always around New Years.

In addition to Louie Anderson, comedy show goers will also get treated to Louie Anderson's opening acts: Scott Hansen and Mary Mack. Louiepalooza, as the Nortrop Auditorium is referring to this holiday spectacle, is takes place on Saturday, January 2nd, 2010 at 5pm and 8:30pm. In case you can't get enough Louie Anderson there are TWO shows. Minnesotans love Louie Anderson so don't forget to buy your Northrop Auditoirum tickets today!

I am going to be working so I won't be making it to the show, but if you make it let me know some of the jokes.

Louie Anderson may have the world's biggest diastema!

U2 Tickets Minneapolis

2009-11-20T14:47:00.000-08:00

The Univerity of Minnesota will not know what to do with itself this June - it is about to be rocked like it has never been rocked before. And no, I am not talking about a Northrop Auditorium concert, I am talking about the world's biggest living rock band, U2, playing a show at TCF Ban Stadium on Sunday, June 27th.
Live! One night only! Bono, the Edge, and the rest of the gang will be in town for a soon to be sold out show.

U2 tickets TCF Bank Stadium are on sale now. Don't miss Bono in what is going to be the concert of the year for Minnesota music fans.

U2 is touring in support of their new album "No Line on the Horizon" which was released early this year. Last time U2 were in town they played at the 14,000 capacity Target Center making U2 tickets the hottest tickets in town.

Don't miss the concert event of 2010!

Zac Brown Tickets Now Available

2009-10-21T11:22:00.000-07:00

New show announced at the Northrop! This show is a little out of character for the Northrop - the Zac Brown Band is bringing a whole lot of country to the U of MN campus this winter. It will be tough for Minneapolis concert goers to choose between Zac Brown and Bryan Adams - both concerts are taking place on the same night.

Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for the show on December 5th.

The Zac Brown Band is on tour in support of their album "The Foundation" which was released in 2008. They are known for their songs, "Chicken Fried", "Whatever It Is" and "Toes."

I am not much of a country fan so i might be sitting this one out!

Zac Brown Band

Louis Anderson's Annual Holiday Show

2009-10-14T13:12:00.000-07:00

Louis Anderson has announced his annual holiday season show at the Northrop Auditorium. Usually the show falls on New Year's Eve, however, the show this year will be on January 2nd. If you were planning on bringing in another New Year with good ol' Louis at least you have enough notice to find other plans.

If you are looking for a time to see Louis Anderson before then I believe he has a show coming up very soon at Treasure Island Casino.

Louis Anderson, a native of Minnesota from Minneapolis was raised in St. Paul - this year's New Years Eve show (well, almost) is his 4th year of performing this annual event. You may know Louis Anderson from his ongoing Comedy Stint in Las Vegas which has kept him busy. Before Vegas, Louis Anderson had the Louis Anderson cartoon show and very briefly hosted the revival of Family Feud - I love that show!

Northrop Auditorium tickets for Louis Anderson went on sale last week and they are now available. Louis Anderson tickets will sell out for this show, a lot of his fans and family look forward to this yearly event.

Recent Show at the Northrop

2009-09-29T06:54:00.000-07:00

Did anyone find Northrop Auditorium tickets for the Michael Franti show last weekend? I was so bummed that I missed it - I couldn't find any last minute. If you went did you happen to write down the set list? I have been trying to find it online on various blogs, I thought for sure the one that would have it would be the Star Tribune music blog that good ol' Riemenschneider (SP?!) manages, but to no avail - I haven't been able to find anything.

I am curious as to how the show went!

Next up it looks like Steely Dan is the big show at the Northrop Auditorium. Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for Steely Dan - don't wait until the last minute like I did with Michael Franti and be stuck wishing that you had bought your tickets earlier.

Hopefully Michael Franti will be back soon!

I probably won't be making it to Steely Dan this November, it's a little too expensive for my pocket book, but if you're going I would love to hear about it.

Think Fast Think Steely

2009-09-16T15:32:00.000-07:00

Steely Dan has just announced a show at the Northrop Auditorium for a concert this fall. Steely Dan is continuing its special "Classic Album (Plus)" nights on the fall trek, during which Becker and Fagen will perform one of their past studio albums in its entirety, along with selections from throughout the group's career. On the fall outing, the band will offer various full-album performances of 'Aja' or 'The Royal Scam'- Minneapolis's show will showcase "Aja" in its entirety.

In addition to playing "Aja" I am sure they will be playing other selections from their extensive catalog. Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now, Steely Dan tickets went on sale last weekend.

Great seats are still available!

Steely Dan, Sunday, November 8th

Great New Show Just Announced!

2009-07-19T10:42:00.000-07:00

"I say Hey I be gone today
But I be back around the way"

For weeks I had this song stuck in my head and had absolutely no idea who it was singing. Little did I know that is was this band called Michael Franti and Spearhead. They were here a few months ago at the Pantages Theater, but I hadn't put these two pieces of information together yet. But that is a-ok because Michael Franti and Spearhead are coming back to Minneapolis to play a show in September! Finally! A new concert announcement at the Northrop Auditiorium - and for such a great band! Big. Excitement.

Northrop Auditorium tickets are on sale now for Michael Franti and Spearhead, actually Northrop Auditorium tickets for this show went on sale last week - I'm getting a little behind here.

Even if you are still not sure who I am talking about and asking "Who is this Michael Franti?" all you need to do is turn it on your radio to KDWB and you will hear "Say Hey" - it's on heavy rotation right now. It's a great, fun summer song!

See you at the show!

Saturday, September 26th 2009

Strolling Through the Northrop

2009-06-25T12:41:00.000-07:00

I was walking through campus the other day and was wondering when a concert was going to roll through town at the Northrop again. There have been some major acts there this past couple of years: Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Van Morrison, and new acts like the Killers and John Legend. Northrop Auditorium tickets for all of those shows were very difficult commodities. I really think I am believing the rumor mill on this one that the Northrop is getting some work done on it this summer - simply because I think it is a little weird that there is not one single touring act that is stopping there this summer. I know that it is the summer and the University is on summer break so staffing may be a little more difficult, but come on, it's such a wonderful facility and it holds so many people.

Walking through campus is a lot of fun. They really take good care of the grounds. I walked through Stadium Village through the mall area up to Northrop. I made a stop my the new science building (it's about time they tore that old one down!) and then made my way to Dinkeytown passing good ol Jones Hall, where I spent a lot of my time in college. I stopped in and had a beer at Blarneys, simply because I could not have one at the Dinkeytowner, may it rest in peace!

Lets think about this - think of all the past acts at the Northrop - think of you would like to come back the most? Let me know!

Fall Ballet Schedule Announced!

2009-06-16T09:53:00.000-07:00

Looking for something free and cheap to do this summer?

2009-06-01T14:06:00.000-07:00

If you are like a lot of people in this economy, finding something cheap do to can be a struggle sometimes. Movies get expensive, concerts can break the bank, and it all gets to be over whelming sometimes. But the Northrop is putting on a series of concerts all summer that are FREE! Northrop Auditorium tickets are not needed for this event. All of the concerts are outside in the courtyard, which as you may know over looks the mall area on the University of Minnesota campus. In case of rain, however, the concert will be moved inside.
June 15th with the New Primitives will be the official kick off party for the summer concert series. This particular date will feature complimentary refreshments, Jimmy Johns and ice cream (however, quantities are limited).
Here are a list of the upcoming free Northrop Auditorium shows in June:
11 Michael Hauser and A Touch of Spain
15 New Primitives
16 France Has the Bomb
17 Summit Ave.
18 Kristoff Krane
19 De Visa Musical Troupe
22 Café Accordion
23 Lynhurst
24 Charanga Tropical
25 The New Music Machine
29 Tony Hauser and the Brasilnutz
30 The Front Porch Swingin’ Liquor Pigs

The shows start at noon and continue until 1pm. The festival celebrates Northrop Auditorium's 55th Anniversary. Shows go through the end of July and they are all F-R-E-E!!

Graduations in full swing at the Northrop!

2009-05-20T10:14:00.000-07:00

For the first time ever last week I went to the Northrop Auditorium! It was not for a concert so there were no Northrop Auditorium tickets needed for this event. I was there for the University of Minnesota's Nursing School graduation. The ceremony was really nice, it was nice to experience an college graduation seeing as I chose not to attend my own! The School of Nursing only had about 160 graduates whereas the College of Liberal Arts that I graduated from usually has about double or triple that.

The speaker that they had was really cool. She was a retired nurse for the army and had her own foundation that she tuns in her retirement. She was a southern woman that simply told it to you how it was, which I admire. There was no sugar coating of our economic times, she simply told the graduates that they had to get out there and make the best of it. I thought the speech was fantastic!

There are a lot of events that take place at the Northrop Auditorium that are not concerts that you will need Northrop auditorium tickets for. For example, there will be a Holistic Health & Healing Summer Institute seminar June 15th thru 19th that you will need admission tickets for.

Other than that it is a slow summer for Northrop. The person sitting next to me at the graduation mentioned that the Northrop Auditorium will be closed for renovations next year, something I had not heard before. I am going to go and Google News search that soon to get some more information!

see you around campus!

Did anyone go to Flight of the Conchords?

2009-05-05T13:44:00.000-07:00

I just read the review of Flight of the Conchords show at the Northrop and I kind of wish that I would have went! I have only seen a few of the shows and they are obviously very funny, but I read that they came out in cardboard robot heads on Sunday night - how hilarious would that have been to see!?
In case you are not sure, Flight of the Conchords, is the show on HBO that has a cult following of epic proportions. When they were here last year, the show at the Orpheum sold out in minutes and there was not a ticket to be found. This time around they played at the Northrop which holds over 4000, but even still Northrop Auditorium tickets for this show were a very difficult find. The show was completely sold out!

If anyone went I would love to hear a review of the show!

How bad do I want to go to the Killers?!

2009-01-08T15:02:00.000-08:00

Real bad.
Really really bad.
I suppose I could go if I wanted to sit in section 6 row 35, but I'm just too spoiled when it comes to concerts to do that! I know, quit complaining or be quiet. But seriously, how did this show get so sold out?!
Northrop Auditorium tickets for this show are just about gone.

I keep hearing the new Killers songs from their new album and I really like what I hear. I've been meaning to pick up a copy, but life has been too busy to update my blog on a regular basis, let alone stop by Electric Fetus. That is kind of sad because I live only a few minutes away!

Minneapolis music fans will have a lot of concert decision on Monday the 19th though. In addition to the Killers, Lil Wayne will be playing at the Target Center and AC/DC will be playing at the Xcel. Target Center tickets for Lil Wayne are still available, however, if you are looking for Xcel Energy Center tickets for AC/DC good luck! That show is super sold out!

I hope I see you at the Killers!

Louie Anderson Northrop

2008-12-17T08:31:00.000-08:00

Louie Anderson has a cult like following in Minnesota (since he is FROM here) so it is no wonder he puts on a show in the Twin Cities every year. I always thought his Minnesota show was actually on New Years Eve, but this year he is performing at the Northrop Auditorium on Saturday December 27th. He is putting on two shows – a 6pm and a 9pm show including meet and greet options. 92KQRS is promoting the Louie Anderson show so it is getting plenty of media and there aren’t many tickets left. I think the only other place to see Louie Anderson is in Las Vegas these days (which actually doesn’t sound too bad right now).

Anyway, Louie Anderson is a funny guy and he has great Midwest material that will put you a good mood for the New Year. It’s a holiday show worth going out in the snow and cold for!

The Killers Northrop Auditorium

2008-12-10T12:05:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite bands, The Killers, are coming to the Northrop Auditorium on January 19th – WooHoo! I read somewhere that it was sold out, but I don’t think so and now I can’t find where I read that. Maybe I am losing my mind.

Anyway, The Killers new album, Day & Age is better than their last album (maybe their best yet) and I am excited that they are stopping by Minneapolis to promote it. Plus, the Northrop is the perfect spot – The Killers have a huge college kid fan base and they chose a date after winter break to insure the students are around. In fact, classes for Spring Semester start on Tuesday January 20th - you can bet there will be some tired kids at classes that day. Good thing the first day is just reviewing syllabi. LOL!

There are still great Killers Tickets available from local ticket brokers like Ticket King if you want to score seats up front. If you don’t have the funds, you could always ask for them as a gift!

The Killers are coming back to town!

2008-10-31T09:51:00.001-07:00

John Legend is a hot ticket!

2008-10-22T08:27:00.000-07:00

In the light of Bob Dylan tickets flying out the door, the Northrop announced another huge show for the month of November: John Legend on Wednesday, November 19th.

Previously a management consultant and then a studio musician, John Legend's 2004 breakthrough album, "Get Lifted" catapulted him to his own success and notoriety. Currently on tour for his new album, "Evolver." Reviews of the album have commented on Legend's stray from love songs to politically charged lyrics on this album.

Northrop Auditorium tickets for this show will sell quickly, John Legend has a very dedicated fan base! The concert is less than one month away so if you want to check out the show you may want to get your Northrop Auditorium tickets for this show sooner than later!

Bob Dylan Tickets

2008-10-14T06:06:00.000-07:00

Last week I wrote about Bob Dylan selling out the Northrop Auditorium so I thought I would do some checking around on the Internet for ways to get Bob Dylan tickets if you want to see the Minnesota music legend himself.

Local ticket broker Ticket King has tickets priced from $220 to $1,000 – I see the price is not always a good indication about seat location, though, so buyer beware. I know Ticket King often pays above face value to get tickets and then sells them at even higher price for profit. My guess is that they bought some tickets cheaper than others and that is what sets the price. For example Main Floor Section 4, Row 28 and row 12 are the same price! Obviously, I would rather sit in row 12. I wonder if prices will come down at all – I wouldn’t mind seeing Bob Dylan, it could be the last time – he is 67.

When I have more time, I promise to look around a bit more for tickets. I am sure craigslist has some, too.

Bob Dylan Sold OUt Show at the Northrop!

2008-10-07T10:41:00.000-07:00

If you were planning on catching Bob Dylan at the Northrop Auditorium On Tuesday, November 4th, you may want to make other plans. Northrop Auditorium tickets for this event are completely sold out. This comes as no suprise, right? Bob Dylan playing in Minnesota at a small venue? According to the Northrop Auditorium's website through the University of Minnesota, the capacity of the venue is 4,800. That is more that I was expecting considering the building capacity of the Orphuem Theater in downtown Minneapolis is 2,600. That is almost double!

Bob Dylan tickets for this event went very fast, not only due to the demand but also because there were several presales before the event went on sale the first Friday in October.

The demand is high and the supply is low. So if you stumble across some Bob Dylan tickets grab them whie you can! Next to AC/DC they are the hottest tickets in town!

Bob Dylan, Tuesday, November 4th, 2008 at the Northrop Auditorium, University of Minnesota Campus

Robin Williams Show Announced!

2008-08-28T10:55:00.000-07:00

After Robin Williams’ 3 show stint at the Acme Comedy Club a few months ago, his fans have been waiting patiently for his return. The tickets for the Acme Comedy Club show were sold out before they went on sale. It was the type of ticket where you needed to know someone to get into the show! Robin Williams is playing September 25th at the Northrop Auditorium on the University of Minnesota campus.

Northrop Autitorium tickets for this event will sell almost as fast as the Acme Coy, but his stand up acts are notorious for being comedy club shows did. There is a lot of demand for Robin Williams tickets, not only is he a nationally known celebrity but was known for his stand up long before he was in movies.

In addition to this Northrop Auditorium ticket being a hot commodity, Minneapolis is also the kick off of his stand up tour, which adds even more demand to Robin Williams tickets.

Robin Williams

Northrop Auditorium

Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 7:30pm

James Blunt and Sheryl Crow!!!

2008-05-22T11:31:00.000-07:00

James Blunt and Sheryl Crow have announced a show at the Northrop Auditorium at the end of the summer.
Both artists are on tour in support of their new albums. Sheryl Crow has just released, "Detours" and James Blunt released "All the Lost Souls" last year.

Northrop Auditorium tickets for this show have already sold fast. If you want to sit in the Orchestra pit or first few rows, you are going to have to look hard for tickets!

Sheryl Crow with very special guest James Blunt
Northrop Auditorium, August 9th, 2008 at 8pm

Dolly Parton at the Northrop

2008-01-22T09:07:00.000-08:00

Did you know that Dolly Parton has her own theme park? I didn't either but it's called Dollywood and it is a 'Great Smokey Mountain Family Amusement Park' located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.

She will be taking a break from all the fun though and bringing her tour to Minneapolis's Northrop Auditorium at the end of February.

Dolly Parton tickets have already gone on sale, but there is still plenty of time to buy your tickets before the show on February 28th.

Dolly Parton will be at the Northrop Auditorium Thursday, February 28th at 8pm
She will be touring in support of her new album 'Backwoods Barbie' which is will be released February 26th on Dolly's label, Dolly Records. This is the first release for Dolly Records.

Northrop Sponsors

2008-01-22T08:51:00.000-08:00

The Northrop Auditorium does a pretty good job of keeping the doors open and attracting a variety of big name stars – one thing I noticed about the Northrop is that they have a few big name corporate sponsors as well. Sponsors like Sun Country Airlines and Radisson hotels. Sun Country even has a Northrop ticket promotion where they give away free tickets to a show.

The Sun Country Airlines' First Class Leather Seats are located in Section 6, Row 12, Seats 1-2 of Northrop and Tier 1 Left, Row E, Seats 1-2 of Ted Mann Concert Hall. I hope I can win these – everyone loves free tickets!!! And wouldn’t it make a great Northrop Auditorium blog entry?!?!?!? Wish me luck!!!!

Northrop Auditorium

2008-01-21T07:49:00.000-08:00

The Northrop Auditorium is a great intimate venue to see a big name concert on the University of Minnesota campus. I have been to a few shows at the Northrop and my Northrop blog will be about upcoming events there and my past experiences and just my night life in general.

It's tough to get tickets to Northrop events because they don't use ticketmaster, but local ticket brokers like Ticket King often have super seats. Check back soon for more posts!!!!