Northrop Auditorium Renovations Update

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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.