Reviews of Penumbra Theatre. (Performing Arts Theater) in Minneapolis (Minnesota).

Penumbra Theatre

193 Reviews

99 Comments

Performing arts theater

Performing arts theater

270 N Kent St, St Paul, MN 55102, United States

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Information of Penumbra Theatre, Performing arts theater in Minneapolis (Minnesota)

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Penumbra Theatre

Onyedimma Nwachuku

Love this theatre! The seats are comfortable and the seating design makes for an intimate experience with the performance on stage. Penumbra brings stories to share that are both unique and resonate. I always enjoy the show at Penumbra Theatre.

Therese Linderholm

This theatre has consistently been doing shows with some of the most talented actors in the twin cities community. It's a real treasure.

Darlene Vincent

This is a small theatre, but is very clean and every seat is great. Loves the show there!

J M Ruff

Fabulous Theater! Beautiful art work warms the environment of this much needed facility. The artists and actors are so generous and enthusiastic with the audience. This place is deserving of support from all of our city.

C Tang

Came here to see The Brothers Paranormal and enjoyed venue. It is clean, has concessions in the Ecolab Lobby and the staff was friendly. Parking lot is right outside the venue, so it is not a long walk at all.

Tom Ervasti

Excellent performance of "Thurgood!" Strict Covid procedures: masks and vaccination card with ID required, and limited seating for social distancing. Friendly ushers and staff. Clean, modern venue.

patrick collins

I love going to the Penumbra! Saw Thurgood last Wednesday, what a great production. I plan on being back soon for more super shows.

Michael Freeman

What an amazing performance for such a small space the sound was great lighting was amazing the stage you know it seems small that did more than enough with what they had. Obviously this type of theater company brings up a lot of great things that we need to talk about all of us. Now just get out there and spread the word about how important of a theater company this is. Thank you so much for such a well run machine.

Ashley Holmes

Went to see "The White Card" and it was absolutely fabulous. The seats all looked like they had good views of the stage, lighting and sound was good too. The play itself was relevant and done exceptionally well. My husband and I loved the entire evening.

tetebabymo

Great Performances!

PETER DONOHUE

Great theater. The artistic staff did a wonderful job with Benevolence. At times the shared roles were confusing. The overall production was well done. The video of the actual events brought home the reality of the story. The timing of this production could not be better. Congratulations Penumbra

Kristie Bryant

Great performance! I seen Pipeline with my college class Sunday afternoon at 2pm. I thought it really brought the play to life and the actors did a great job! I would highly recommend this theater!

Tray Rivera

Parking available in a lot at the north end of the theatre and on the street. Student ticket prices make this historic theatre’s productions affordable for educational events. Seating is comfortable and the stage feels close no matter where you sit in the house. Superb—an understatement—performances and summer workshops make this theatre a critical cultural and artistic asset to the Twin City community. Do not miss out on all the Penumbra Theatre has to enrich and broaden your life.

Jane Bachlein

A little gem of a theater inside the Hallie Q. Brown community center. Seats only 135 people so there isn't a bad seat to be had. I saw "Pipeline" and the austere surroundings only enhanced the story being told onstage. This was my first visit but I plan to return.

jess callahan

The best African American theater in the Upper Midwest! Great talent. Original productions often go on to Washington D. C. or New York. Resonable ticket prices. If you have not been you Must get to a production at this Seminal theatre. They also do Youth Programs which are excellent.

Steve Boland

I've always enjoyed Penumbra performances, but just saw their Aloud series with youth-written works from their Summer Institute. I went expecting something interesting, but left feeling inspired and truly touched. Great facility, but a group of people really putting some unique opportunities for art and social dialog together. Entertaining and though-provoking.

Christina Neitz

A small intimate theater where you can feel close to the story being told. Penumbra tells us the stories that are often not seen in the Twin Cities biggest theaters. Historically showcasing black stories and actors and now collaborating with Theater Mu and others to tell stories of all Colors.

Jim Howitt

Penumbra produces some is the best theater in the Twin Cities. New artistic director Sarah Bellamy is doing a great job with programming shoes that are complex bit also good stories, after a first year or two that was too pedantic. Powerful stuff to be seen there.

R&J M

Just saw Brothers Paranormal on its penultimate night and it was so well done. Thought provoking and powerful! The collaboration between Penumbra and Theater Mu is something all theater companies should work towards!

Eli Whit

Very warm, cozy and welcoming. I've seen about eight plays at the Penumbra dating back to when Kimberly Elise was a member and not once was I disappointed. Absolutely love this theater!

Lynnette

Love supporting this theatre! The Twin Cities is blessed to have such an amazing venue to see culturally relevant performances with some of the most amazing talent locally and abroad!

Mark Carlson

Just saw The White Card last week and it was wonderful. Dense, uncomfortable, thought provoking, and well done. Penumbra puts out quality work and I'm happy to support them.

Joaquin Muñoz

Great space to see awesome theatre. Go if you get the chance!

Steve Moses

Great theater well done in the heart of Saint Paul. Always open to new experiences and challenging the status quo. Very good acting, small theater, comfortable seating, give it a try

Lucy Zanders

Matinee performance of "Pipeline". Loved the acting and the story. I will definitely recommend to others to see, especially educators, social workers, and parents. ❤

Michelle LaRoche Peterson

Sometime ago I had the opportunity to work around the people I was a cleaner dam proud of it never saw anything like this so desided to go in the doors and man it was the best it's as if the pull you up with them you feel the power of all they say as if you your self where live ng what they where acting love to go again some time hi to all thanks for letting me be a small part of your family Michelle Peterson

Ian Stade

I’ve seen 2 plays so far but other Penumbra productions in the past. Quite simply, this is art that can change you if you have a willing heart.

Drew Mares

Great theatre with a very well done stage. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Chairs are a little bit cramped but comfortable

Audrey Donohue

Thought provoking theater displaying work by area's leading directors, designers and performers. Not a bad seat in the house.

SAMMIE VANN

Great seating very intimate stage ...up close with the actors and some of the best plays I've seen here !!!!

Karen Coffey

I love this theater. The staff is very friendly and productions always reflect things going on around the world and/or in the community.

Valeire Jefferson

Went to see Girl Shakes Loose this play was Great, singing was wonderful, the sets were different, interesting, the play is something you can relate to. Go see the play!

Nathaniel Chew

Saw benevolence here, and the production was wonderful. Such a great space as well, and I really appreciate the outreach and accessibility efforts.

Steve Kummer

Saw the Black Nativity here a couple days before Christmas 2018. The show was excellent and the facility is will kept.

Alanna Morris

Historic. Important. Brave. Integral to black history, Saint Paul history, and American history. Great programming that will entertain you, challenge and inspire you. A GEM.

Tab Fellows

Professional eye opening theater. Under the radar and under attended. Thoroughly enjoyed all the performances that I've been able to attend.

Eric Liemohn

Absolutely amazing performance of brothers paranormal, what they do with such a small space amazes me and they never fail to keep you enthralled

Alex F

I saw the brothers paranormal there, and it was amazing. Never seen a play before that completely transported me into the show like that.

Kirt Schaper

Wonderful play (The White Card), intense but everyone should see it. Theater is intimate.

Leigh Evron

Very intimate, but comfortable theater. The production of Benevolence was intense and well crafted.

Mary Minnesota

PENUMBRA theater is amazing. Each play is unique and amazing. Worth checking out.

Cassidy Roesler

Equity theater has ticket prices for seniors. Always thought provoking plays.

Richard Moody

Penumbra,never disappoints.Their shows,productions Talk Backs are always Diverse & Culturally Spot On.They Keep It Real

Cdab 10

This place is black owned. So that's a plus theatre is small but intimate with audience.

Maria Luna

Love this place want they do for the community is great ... This place has great plays and great actors ... There a food shelf and so many opportunities its amazing...

Jake Behling

Great theater, honestly no bad seats in the House.

Jim Miller

Long standing excellent vital theater company. Lovely small venue.

Molly Zupon

Beautiful, moving theater. Thank you for creating such thought provoking art.

David T Anderson

Great show. String Covid safety procedures

Malone Dih

Jitney was a very good play. Liked the place. But the little bottles of water for $1 haha.

Chantaine Bulluck

This cozy venue was the perfect place to experience the superb Black Nativity performance.

Marti Devich

The play, The White Card, was gripping, intense and thought provoking. Still time left to see it.

Meghann Oglesby

Always fantastic! Love the Black Nativity! It's a Twin Cities tradition and institution.

Ms Ellie Dildy

Black Nativity at Penumbra is always fantastic. This year doesn't disappoint.

Susan Marschalk

I am grateful for Penumbra Theatre’s presence in our community.

Mordecai “Mo” Raysor

Beautiful preferences all the time. Amazing historical pieces. Small anf comfortable.

Darringer Funches

I so enjoy the plays. Great date night place!

Jennifer Pennington

One of the best theaters in the Twin Cities!

Chanel Brewer

Love the Penumbra! The shows and atmosphere there, never disappoint!

Pat Dobier

First place I choose for theater. I have Never been disappointed.

Aaron Hodge Silver

Wonderful and important place, theater around the Black experience.

Bernie Farrell

Always an inspiring and thought-provoking theatre experience.

Karl Hillstrom

The best of the best. We have been subscribers for years and they never disappoint!

Brooke Story

Awesome theater in St Paul. Great shows and acting.

Monique Toney

The show was good and the accommodations were great.

Dave Campbell

Excellent productions that always seem to be relevant, interesting and provoking.

Doreen Wendt

Great place to go to enjoy a play....fabulous local talent!

Manju Parikh

Fantastic plays, amazing acting and direction.

Jude Mitchell

Wonderful, creative thestre community in the heart of the Rondo neighborhood.

Pam Lindberg

Very provocative play - Pipeline. So much to think about...so much to talk about

Nancy McGuire

Very nice, small theater.

Nigel Harte

Saw "The White Room." Very thoughtful and insightful.

Lisa Gerold

In a community Center, this is a fantastic intimate space!

Stephanie Schleuder

Fabulous performance in a great venue!

Debby Reisinger

Always thought provoking and rewarding theater.

s johnson

AWESOME venue, provocative talent, powerful messages

Bill Wehrmacher

"Pipeline" is Powerful, painful, and amazing!!!

edith brown

The show was a little confusing for my daughters.

Jjop Flip

Incredible theatrical experience!

Dan Vogel

The White Card is intellectually and emotionally challenging

Kathy Maxwell

Amazing live theatre.

Michelle J

Phenomenal and entertaining.

David Niles

Black Nativity performance. Superb.

La'bron Robinson

Loved it!

Gloria Jeff

Great production of the White Card.

Laura S.

Saw Benevolence and it was great.

Kendra Watkins-Williams

Black Nativity! Really good

Robert Nugent

Black Nativity is awesome.

Stephen Jones

Awesome theatre!

peter grasse

Saw Pipeline there recently.

Jorclai

Lovely venue.

Ethan Thompson

Amazing atmosphere and environment

Doug Luby

Excellent show

Mark Ware

Theater is alive.

T. H.

Awesome atmosphere

Ted Pfohl

Thought, view, changing

Paula Moore

It was awesome

Taina

This place is the bomb.

Leah Peterson

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