Circus Juventas: Lumière Review If you’re looking for a show that will leave you breathless, amazed, and completely transported—you have to see Lumière, the latest summer production from Circus Juventas. It’s running now through August 10th in St. Paul, Minnesota. My family and I had the chance to see Lumière, and honestly, wow. Just wow. From […]
A Teen’s Take on Disney’s Frozen at Children’s Theatre Company
Disney’s Frozen is now on stage at the Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis, and wow, it’s a magical experience for fans of all ages! This production is based on the 2018 Broadway adaptation of the popular 2013 animated film, bringing Arendelle to life with stunning costumes, new songs, and deeper character development that goes beyond […]
Royal Canadian International Circus at Mall of America Review & Discounts (2025)
Wow what a show! We loved opening night of the Royal Canadian International Circus! It’s at the Mall of America parking lot April 10 – 20, 2025. And I have discounts for you! The price for a general admission ticket is $39.50 but you can get a 2 for 1 deal with my code TCfrugalmom. […]
Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR is a Big Show Under the Big Top (Review)
What a show! Cirque du Soleil BAZZAR is at the Mall of America north parking lot now through June 16th. We went during opening week. The talent is incredible! There were acrobats, dancers and musicians along with funny clown acts.
Alice in Wonderland at Children’s Theatre Company is Whimsical, Colorful Fun
Alice in Wonderland is a wacky, high-energy, fun show! My husband, his son and I all went to this production at Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis, which is playing now through March 31st. We’re all not sure what’s more astounding about this production – the one-man band Victor Zupanc who composed and performed all […]
Disney on Ice’s “Magic in the Stars” is a Stunning Celebration of 100 Years (Review)
If you’ve seen a Disney on Ice show before, you know it will be magical. But Disney On Ice’s “Magic in the Stars” show tops them all with special effects, acrobatics, audience interaction, stunts and so much more. Our family was invited by Disney on Ice to see their “Magic in the Stars” show in […]
“The Carp Who Would Not Quit” at Children’s Theatre Company is Imaginative Fun
The Children’s Theatre Company never disappoints! The Carp Who Would Not Quit and Other Animal Stories is a fun, live telling of fables for children from Japan and Okinawa. I saw it with my husband and stepson and we all enjoyed it. The trio of actors are from the Honolulu Theatre for Youth Ensemble, and […]
Cirque du Soleil’s “Corteo” is a Whimsical Blend of Talent and Surprises
My fiance and I saw Cirque du Soleil’s “Corteo” on opening night in St. Paul, and we were awed and surprised! We knew it would be an exceptional show, especially since I’ve seen Cirque du Soleil shows several times before and they were all amazing. But what I love the most is that all Cirque […]
Our Front Row Experience at Extreme Sandbox’s “Heavy Metal Drive-Thru” in Hastings
In April I posted about a unique and FREE event for families in the Twin Cities area. It’s at a place called Extreme Sandbox in Hastings, MN, where you can operate real construction equipment. It’s family-owned and they even were on the popular show, Shark Tank! (Check it out – it turned out well!) Unfortunately, […]
Twin Cities Fun for Kids! An Interview with Miss Cherice of THE BIG EPIC SHOW (& Discount)
THE BIG EPIC SHOW I’m excited to introduce you to Miss Cherice Mahal, owner and creator of THE BIG EPIC SHOW! THE BIG EPIC SHOW is a comedy and hip-hop variety show for children, based right here in the Twin Cities. They are a team of 5 performers, led by Miss Cherice Mahal who are […]
Cinderella at Children’s Theatre Company is Another Wacky Hit (Review)
Cinderella is back by popular demand this 2019-2020 season at Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis, and we saw it on opening weekend, which was November 3-5. It was our second time seeing Cinderella at Children’s Theatre Company, as we first saw it in 2016 when Reed Sigmund and Dean Holt played the stepsisters. That was […]
Matilda at Children’s Theatre Company is Fast, Funny and Fierce (Review)
Every time we see a production at Children’s Theatre Company in Minneapolis, we walk away smiling and wowed. Our experience seeing Matilda was no different. And with an all-star cast (featuring our favorites – Dean Holt, Reed Sigmund, and Autumn Ness), music, dancing and humor, and a solid story that pleases both kids and adults […]
The Hobbit at Children’s Theatre Company is Minimalist and Imaginative (Review)
Children’s Theatre Company’s World Premiere of The Hobbit is onstage now through April 14th. My family and I were looking forward to this one, as we love J.R.R. Tolkien’s books. I did read The Hobbit a number of years ago but have not yet read the Lord of the Rings books in full (though of […]