Each season, we ask ourselves not only what work we are called to make, but what this moment demands of us. As artists and as a community, we carry a responsibility to respond—to listen closely, to reflect honestly, and to act with intention. At Latté Da, we believe music theater is uniquely capable of capturing the possibility as well as the needs of our time. It allows us to hold complexity, to honor contradiction, and to invite both reflection and connection. The works we gather this season are part of an ongoing conversation about who we are, what we carry, and what we are shaping together.
With INDECENT, we turn to a story about artists determined to tell the truth in the face of suppression— an urgent reminder of the enduring relationship between art, censorship, and cultural memory. In ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914, we witness a moment of shared humanity that transcends division, offering a profound meditation on peace, even in the midst of conflict. LIZARD BOY invites us into a contemporary myth of identity and belonging, asking what it means to be seen—and to accept oneself—in a world that often resists difference. With the world premiere of SHE’S COME UNDONE, we embark on a deeply human journey of healing and self-reclamation, tracing one woman’s path toward acceptance, resilience, and the possibility of found family. And in collaboration with the University of Minnesota, SPRING AWAKENING provides a vital examination of young people coming of age within systems that seek to silence them—centering the urgency of listening to, and learning from, the next generation.
Taken together, these works reflect a shared commitment: to engage with the present moment not by simplifying it, but by meeting it with curiosity, conviction, and care. They ask us to consider the impact of silence and voice, the necessity of empathy, and the role we each play in shaping a more just and expansive future. To gather in the theater is an act of trust. It is an opportunity to sit together in reflection, to encounter one another more deeply, and to be moved—perhaps even changed—by what we witness. We look forward to sharing that space and this season with you.
- Justin Lucero, Artistic Director
INDECENT
SEP 16- OCT 18, 2026
By Paula Vogel
Score & Original Music by Lisa Gutkin & Aaron Halva
Directed by Pirronne Yousefzadeh
Music Direction by Spencer Chandler
Movement Direction by Emily Michaels King
A play about a play—and the artists who risked everything to tell it. Inspired by the true story of Sholem Asch’s seminal Yiddish work, God of Vengeance , and its infamous 1923 obscenity trial, INDECENT is a haunting, klezmer-infused play with music that traces the turbulent journey of a troupe determined to stage a work deemed “indecent.” As their story unfolds across continents and decades, so too does a powerful meditation on censorship, nationalism and the policing of queer love. At once tender and thunderously relevant, this breathtaking theatrical experience shines a light on the enduring struggle between artistic expression and societal control. In a moment when questions of whose stories are “acceptable” feel increasingly urgent, INDECENT invites us to bear witness to the courage of artists, the cost of silence and the unshakable power of theater itself.
ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914
NOV 24 - DEC 27, 2026
Written by Peter Rothstein
Vocal Arrangements by Erick Lichte & Timothy C. Takach
Directed by Peter Rothstein
Music Direction by Lara Bolton
Original Music Direction by Erick Lichte
The return of a beloved Latté Da tradition. “Hands down, the most emotionally moving Christmas show I’ve ever seen” (TheaterMania). ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 brings founding artistic director Peter Rothstein home to direct this unforgettable, music-driven act of remembrance—one that has moved audiences for almost two decades with its quiet power and authenticity. On a cold Christmas Eve along the Western Front, as soldiers sat on opposite sides of the battlefield, something extraordinary happened. The guns fell silent. Emerging into no-man’s-land, enemies met not with violence, but with song. Drawn from letters, diaries and firsthand accounts, this profoundly moving piece is told through stirring a cappella harmonies that illuminate a fleeting moment of shared humanity in the midst of war. In a world that feels increasingly polarized and entrenched, this story of soldiers stepping out of their trenches to sing together offers not naïve sentimentality, but radical empathy and an invitation to rediscover the light that can emerge even in the darkest of times.
LIZARD BOY
FEB 3 - 28, 2027
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Justin Huertas
Directed by Joey Miller
Music Direction by Isabella Dawis
An indie-rock musical like you’ve never seen before ! In this Midwest Premiere, LIZARD BOY bursts onto the stage as a funny, quirky, and deeply heartfelt coming-of-age story about a reluctant hero learning to embrace what makes him different. Trevor has spent years hiding in the shadows to conceal his scaly green skin.... until one extraordinary day forces him to step into the spotlight and decide if he has the courage to save the world… and his new crush. With a genre-blending indie-rock score and the pulse of a live concert, this threeperson chamber musical transforms comic book mythology into something intimate, offbeat and electrifying. Winner of six Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle Awards and three Drama Desk Award nominations, LIZARD BOY is a wonder-filled journey of queer identity and self-acceptance that reminds us that you don’t need a cape to be a hero. Sometimes, what sets you apart is a superpower.
SHE’S COME UNDONE
MAR 31 - MAY 2, 2027
WORLD PREMIERE
Based on the novel by Wally Lamb
Music & Lyrics by Michael Holland
Book by Darrah Cloud & David Simpatico
Directed by Justin Lucero
A powerful new musical born at Latté Da, from the acclaimed team behind 2022 hit TWELVE ANGRY MEN: A NEW MUSICAL. SHE'S COME UNDONE takes to the musical stage as a sweeping, deeply human coming-of-age story about a young woman navigating shame, body image, trauma and ultimately self-forgiveness. Adapted from Wally Lamb’s #1 New York Times bestselling novel, this world premiere musical brings together a team of artists known for balancing muscular storytelling with emotional intimacy to create a work that is as psychologically rich as it is theatrically bold. At once intimate and expansive, this ambitious new musical invites us into the fragile landscape of a life in progress, charting Dolores Price’s deeply human journey through pain, resilience, and the long, uneven path toward healing. A story of loss that ultimately blossoms into the quiet, hard-won grace of family found.
SPRING AWAKENING
JUN 12 - JUL 11, 2027
Book & Lyrics by Steven Sater
Music by Duncan Sheik
Based on the play by Frank Wedekind
Directed by Justin Lucero
Music Direction by Jason Hansen
In collaboration with the University of Minnesota
“All shall know the wonder.” Fifteen years after a landmark collaboration, Latté Da reunites with the University of Minnesota for a bold new production of this groundbreaking, Tony® Award–winning musical. SPRING AWAKENING stands as a defining work of 21st-century musical theater, an electrifying, unflinching examination of adolescence in a world shaped by repression, misinformation and fear. Set within a society determined to keep young people in the dark, a group of teenagers collides with desire, curiosity and consequence—beautiful, devastating and irreversible. Fueled by a thrilling contemporary rock score, SPRING AWAKENING pulses with urgency, capturing the volatility of youth on the brink of transformation. Veteran Latté Da artists and the newest generation of Minnesota talent come together to close the season with rebellion, resonance and wonder.
NEXT FESTIVAL 2027
Summer 2027
SEASON ADD-ON
Step inside the making of the next great American musical! Theater Latté Da’s NEXT Festival of New Musicals features three adventurous new works, each developed over an intensive two-week workshop process. Audiences are invited to witness these pieces in motion—alive, evolving and full of possibility—through public presentations that offer a window into creation itself. Stay after the show for conversations with the writers and composers shaping the future of the form.
NEXT FESTIVAL passes are available as an add-on to a season ticket package only.
Single tickets will go on sale Summer 2027.
SUBSCRIBING COMES WITH PERKS!
First Access to Amazing Seats
A majority of Latté Da performances sell out each season! As a subscriber, get access to your favorite seats months before single tickets go on sale.
The Season’s Best Savings
Subscribers save up to 23% over individual single tickets and fees. As Ritz Club subscribers, patrons age 39 and under enjoy even deeper savings and special events especially for next-generation audiences!
Ultimate Flexibility
Enjoy fee-free ticket exchanges* within each production as many times as you like, up to 48 hours in advance of your scheduled date. Subscribers may also share their love of Latté Da by adding single tickets to their order, with no additional fees.
*Additional charges may apply for exchanges outside a given subscription type and/or any difference in the price of single tickets that have been added to a subscription order.
Invitations and Extras
Subscribers receive special savings on beverages, snacks and merchandise all season at the theater all season long! Just present your tickets at concessions to redeem your discounts.
Exclusive opportunities for deeper engagement with Latté Da theatermakers.
Invitations to special events, including the annual Showstoppers Gala
WAYS TO SUBSCRIBE
5-Show Season Package:
Our classic full-season package, offering one ticket to each of the five productions in the 2026/27 Season and savings of up to 23% off the cost of single tickets and fees.
4-Show Season Package:
Save throughout the season with one ticket each to INDECENT, LIZARD BOY, SHE’S COME UNDONE & SPRING AWAKENING.
3-Show Package Options:
Choose between two curated selections of shows!
Act 1 - INDECENT, ALL IS CALM: THE CHRISTMAS TRUCE OF 1914 and LIZARD BOY
Act 2 - LIZARD BOY, SHE’S COME UNDONE and SPRING AWAKENING
The Ritz Club Season Package - 39 & Under:
Patrons age 39 and under* can enjoy all five productions for the total cost of $205 and savings of (a savings of 33%), plus invitations to free special gatherings for next-generation patrons during each production run.
*Eligibility must be verified through the Box Office at time of purchase.
The Ritz Club Season Package is available in Section 3 seating and your choice of all available performance dates.
To finalize your purchase and receive seating assignments for an online Ritz Club season package purchase, please email proof of age to boxoffice@latteda.org with a subject line that includes your name. To discuss alternative age verification options, call 612-339-3003.
6-Ticket FLEXPack
Six individual tickets to use throughout the 2026/27 season, in any section, for any show, in any configuration! Receive all the perks of subscribing including early access to all season shows, free exchanges, and savings on single tickets and fees (save 15% or more)!
FLEXPack passes may be used for any available seating at any time, pending availability. To select a performance date in advance of attendance, contact the box office via phone at 612-339-3003 or email boxoffice@latteda.org.
Subscriber Discounts at The Ritz:
Subscribers enjoy discounts on concessions and merchandise purchases all season long! Present your season tickets at concessions to redeem your subscriber-exclusive savings.
2026/27 SEASON SUBSCRIPTION PACKAGE PRICES
5-SHOW Package:
Preview Package: Section 1: $250.00 Section 2: $225.00 Section 3: $175.00
Midweek Package: Section 1: $310.00 Section 2: $270.00 Section 3: $230.00
Anytime Package: Section 1: $335.00 Section 2: $295.00 Section 3: $255.00
4-SHOW Package:
Preview Package: Section 1: $204.00 Section 2: $180.00 Section 3: $140.00
Midweek Package: Section 1: $248.00 Section 2: $216.00 Section 3: $184.00
Anytime Package: Section 1: $268.00 Section 2: $236.00 Section 3: $204.00
3-SHOW Package (ACT I & ACT II)
Preview Package: Section 1: $153.00 Section 2: $135.00 Section 3: $105.00
Midweek Package: Section 1: $186.00 Section 2: $162.00 Section 3: $138.00
Anytime Package: Section 1: $201.00 Section 2: $177.00 Section 3: $153.00
Ritz Club Package - 39 & Under:
Anytime/Section 3: $205.00
6-Ticket FLEXPack: $408.00
NEXT Festival 2027 passes are considered ADD-ONs to the regular season.
Anytime Packages include all performance dates.
Midweek Packages include Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Preview & Thursday Packages include all preview performances.
ADDITIONAL SUBSCRIBER PERKS
SAVINGS
Save up to 23% over the cost of single tickets and fees
No exchange fees
No Season Ticket fees
No additional ticket fees on added single ticket purchases
Discounts on beverages and merchandise at the Ritz concessions stand
EARLY ACCESS TO
BETTER SEATS
Select your favorite performance dates before they fill up
Get the best seats in the house for the whole season
FLEXIBILITY
Flexible packages, including the new FLEXPack option, mean convenience for your busy schedule
Unlimited ticket exchanges up to 48 hours in advance of your scheduled performance date
SPECIAL EVENTS AND MORE
Invitations to special events throughout the season
Free lost ticket replacement
Deeper engagement with artists and creative teams
ORDERING IS EASY
Choose your dates when you purchase!
For quickest service, order online! You may also order by phone or by mail.
Choose your season subscription package.
Select any season add-on performances.
Choose your performance dates. You can change them any time!
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This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
