Brave New Workshop Theatre Announces 2014 Holiday Show:

"Twerking Around the Christmas Tree"

Minneapolis, MN -- The Brave New Workshop Theatre (BNW) is pleased to announce the title and cast of its holiday show, "Twerking Around the Christmas Tree." Previews for the show run November 7-14, with opening night on Saturday, November 15. "Twerking Around the Christmas Tree" runs through January 31. All performances are at the Brave New Workshop Theatre main stage at 824 Hennepin Avenue, Downtown Minneapolis. Tickets for "Twerking Around the Christmas Tree" are on sale now at (612) 332 -6620 or

http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/

The Brave New Workshop's holiday show is a cherished annual event for those most likely to wind up on the 'naughty' list. With "Twerking Around the Christmas Tree", the BNW sticks out its tongue at tradition with a hilarious take on the delights and dilemmas of the holiday season.

"Twerking Around the Christmas Tree" will feature BNW cast members Lauren Anderson, Matt Erkel, Bobby Gardner, Andy Hilbrands, and Melanie Wehrmacher. The show is directed by Katy McEwen. Peter Guertin returns as music director, and Matthew Vichlach will provide technical direction.

About Brave New Workshop

The Brave New Workshop has been writing, performing and producing sketch comedy and improvisation since 1958-- longer than any other theatre in the United States. Founded by former circus performer Dudley Riggs and currently owned by husband and wife John Sweeney and Jenni Lilledahl, the BNW has become a legendary comedy institution, where audiences enjoy improv and sketch comedy nearly every night of the week. Alums of the Workshop stage include Louie Anderson, Pat Proft, Al Franken, Tom Davis, Mo Collins ("Parks and Rec," "Arrested Development," "Mad TV"), Peter MacNichol ("Ally McBeal," "24"), Melissa Peterman ("Reba"), Cedric Yarborough ("Reno 911," "The Boondocks") and Rich Sommer ("Mad Men," "Harvey"). The Brave New Workshop's Creative Outreach business services division trains and entertains Fortune 500 companies like Microsoft, Hilton/Hampton, General Mills, and Target. Additionally, the Brave New Workshop Student Union boasts the most comprehensive improv training curriculum in the country.

LISTING INFO - BRAVE NEW WORKSHOP THEATRE MAIN STAGE

Title: "Twerking Around the Christmas Tree"

What/Description: The Brave New Workshop's holiday show is a cherished annual event for those most likely to wind up on the 'naughty' list. With "Twerking Around the Christmas Tree", the BNW sticks out its tongue at tradition with a hilarious take on the delights and dilemmas of the holiday season.

Where: Brave New Workshop Theatre, 824 Hennepin Ave, Downtown Minneapolis, MN 55403

When: November 7 - January 31

Schedule Details:

Five Preview Performances: ($18)

Fri Nov 7 - 8pm, $18 (PREVIEW - Note Time!)

Sat Nov 8 - 8pm $18 (PREVIEW)

Tues Nov 11 - 7:30pm $18 (PREVIEW)

Wed Nov 12 - 7:30pm $18 (PREVIEW)

*No show November 13*

Fri, Nov 14 - 8pm $18 (PREVIEW)

Opening Night:

Saturday, November 15 - 8pm, $36

Regular Run: ($28 - $36)

November 20 - January 31, 2015

Tickets:

On sale now

$18 - $36 (with discounts for groups, students, seniors, AAA members, MPR members and more)

(612) 332-6620

Show info: theatre.bravenewworkshop.com

Tickets: http://theatre.bravenewworkshop.com/BuyTickets.aspx

ALSO PLAYING:

The Danger Committee Presents

A Stocking Full of Awesome IV: HUP! The Herald Angels Sing

The Danger Committee's hilarious holiday tradition "A Stocking Full of Awesome" continues with this year's installment, "HUP! The Herald Angels Sing." Reynaldo, Bald Guy, and Other One return in yet another show that is designed for both those who love and those who hate the holiday season.

Where:

Brave New Workshop ETC Event Space, 824 Hennepin Ave, Downtown Minneapolis, MN 55403

When:

November 28 - January 3

Tickets: $30, On sale now at 612-332-6620 or http://etc.bravenewworkshop.com/TheDangerCommittee.aspx

More information:

http://etc.bravenewworkshop.com/TheDangerCommittee.aspx

BNW Famous Late Night Improvisation

One hour of pure, unbridled improvisation!

Saturdays at 10 pm November 22 - December 27

Fridays and Saturdays January 2-31

$5, or free if you attended that evening's performance of "Twerking Around the Christmas Tree."