The Guthrie Theater, founded in 1963, is a center for theater performance, production, education, and professional training in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After closing its 2005–2006 season, the theater moved to its current facility designed by Jean Nouvel. In 1982, the theater won the Regional Theatre Tony Award.
Who founded the Guthrie Theater?
Tyrone Guthrie
When did the Guthrie open?
May 7, 1963
Why is the Guthrie Theater famous?
They envisioned a resident theater that would draw exceptional artists to perform the classics for audiences outside of New York City. The Guthrie became a prototype for an important new kind of theater in contrast to the commercial environment of Broadway.
Where is the yellow room in the Guthrie?
On the 9th floor of the Guthrie Theater is this very cool cantilevered observation box made of amber/yellow colored glass windows and floor - it looks north over the Mississippi and has awesome views of the the riverfront district: Stone Arch Bridge, St.
What do you wear to the Guthrie?
Come as you are and be yourself — there is no dress code at the Guthrie. Masks are currently required for all audience members, and we also ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfumes, colognes or lotions (your fellow patrons with allergies or sensitivities will thank you).
Why is the Guthrie Theater Important?
The Guthrie became a prototype for an important new kind of theater in contrast to the commercial environment of Broadway. There, the high costs associated with mounting a production increasingly mandated that shows must be immediately successful at high ticket prices.