“If music be the food of love, play on…”

The Countess Olivia is in mourning for the death of her brother. Her entire household wears black; she accepts no visitors, and especially no romantic suitors... until the day Cesario arrives at her doorstep. Cesario is a servant sent by Duke Orsino to deliver Orsino’s love poems to Olivia. But Olivia is drawn to Cesario's quick wit and surprising empathy and begins to fall for Cesario instead of Orsino…  

There's just one problem: Cesario is actually the Lady Viola in disguise as a boy, and Viola herself is madly in love with the Duke Orsino.

At once hilarious and heartbreaking, Twelfth Night hurtles through a ‘whirligig’ world of mischief, mistaken identity, and unrequited love where the boundaries between who we are and who we long to be blur in glorious, comedic chaos.

Join Shakespearean Youth Theatre and experience one of the greatest comedies ever written!

The Crane Theater is located at 2303 Kennedy St NE UNIT 120, Minneapolis, MN 55413

ENGAGE WITH TWELFTH NIGHT

AGES 8 - 12: Join SYT Teaching Artist Hadley Evans Nash ahead of the show to explore the wacky world of Illyria with Twelfth Night Shakespeareance! This class introduces the world of the play, key characters, and major themes so young audiences can enjoy the show. Learn more and register here.

ADULTS: Get tickets to Opening Night and come early for a complimentary free-show reception and the return of SYT’s Bard Talk series with the director and dramaturg. This short, casual conversation introduces the themes of the show as well as a brief history of how it’s been staged over time, and an exploration of SYT’s unique approach to this production. To join, just book your tickets for opening night (Friday, March 13th!) and plan to arrive at 6pm!

TEENS: Interested in getting onstage with Shakespearean Youth Theater this summer? Auditions for the Summer Ensemble are Saturday, March 21st! Sign up to audition here - no memorization is required!

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO!

LOCATION: The Crane Theater is located at: 2303 Kennedy St NE UNIT 120, Minneapolis, MN 55413 (behind the yellow door)

ACCESS: The Crane Theater is an ADA accessible building. There is accessible parking in front of the building, and an accessible lift. Wheelchair seating is available in the front row of the auditorium; service animals are welcome. For accessibility questions, please contact Accessibility Coordinator Maria at maria@sytmn.org

TICKETS: Tickets may be purchased online or by emailing tickets@sytmn.org All seating is general admission and the doors to the theatre will open thirty minutes prior to the show beginning.

CONCESSIONS: Non-alcoholic beverages and snacks may be purchased from the SYT concessions stand prior to the show and at intermission. All proceeds benefit SYT. You are welcome to enjoy your treats inside the theatre!

RESTROOMS: The Crane Theater has 2 all gender/single user restrooms, including an accessible restroom. One restroom also has a changing table. Two restrooms can mean long lines at intermission - if you are attending with kids, we recommend a bathroom trip before the show begins!

ABOUT SHAKESPEAREAN YOUTH THEATER

Shakespearean Youth Theatre is the educational division of Minnesota Shakespeare Theater. Shakespearean Youth Theatre presents full-length, professionally designed and produced productions of Shakespeare’s plays, featuring the performances of young artists ages 13 - 19. SYT actors fill Shakespeare’s stories with passion and heart, bringing energetic, hilarious, and heartbreaking performances to the stage for audiences of all ages to enjoy. If you think you don’t like Shakespeare - these young actors might just change your mind.

Interested in getting involved? Join the SYT mailing list to be the first to hear about audition opportunities along with classes and workshops for all ages.

Explore Past Productions

Season 21 (2024-2025) at Shakespearean Youth Theater

The Winter’s Tale | Dir. Logan Verdoorn | Photography Dan Norman

The Tempest | Dir. Luker Brasherfons | Photography Dan Norman

Much Ado About Nothing | Dir. Logan Verdoorn | Photography Chris Holden

This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.