Well known for its culture and arts background, the city of Minneapolis boasts of a number of theaters those are popular among locals and visitors alike. Among them is the Guthrie Theater which is perhaps the oldest and best known theater in the region. Named after renowned performer and art lover Sir Tyrone Guthrie it is located in South Minneapolis in the Walker Art Center.
 
This theater which was opened in 1963, staged Shakespeare’s Hamlet as its first production. Since then the Guthrie has seen a number of well known plays performed on its stage. Dramas such as Streetcar named Desire, St. Joan, Oedipus, Henry V and the Three Sisters are a few examples. Today the Guthrie Theater is often frequented by lovers of Classical Drama such as the Merchant of Venice.

Another historic theater in Minneapolis is the Orpheum, which is well known for its productions of Broadway musicals. Built in the early 1920’s and later refurbished in 1993 this theatre is also known to host touring bands, such as the Counting Crows who have performed here.
 
The State Theatre in Minneapolis is one of the oldest theaters in the region and was one of technologically advanced theaters in the United States during the 1920’s.

Visitors to Minneapolis can catch a range of different performances at the impressive range of theaters that are scattered throughout the city. Tickets for these shows can be obtained from the ticket booths of the theater in advance should you know what show is playing at which theater. Some of the theaters also feature an online ticketing office which provides yet another option.
Lastly any unsold tickets are sold off in a ticket rush where visitors can purchases tickets on a first come first served basis.

The Millennium Hotel Minneapolis which is conveniently located in the downtown area provides the best access to the city’s theaters among hotels in Minneapolis as it is located close to the city’s vibrant theater district.