DalekoArts Presents

Season 11

2022-23

Main Season

Sep 23 - Oct 9, 2022

The Thin Place

by Lucas Hnath
directed by Ben Thietje
sponsored by the New Prague Chamber of Commerce

Everyone who ever died is still here, just in a different part of here. Linda can communicate with them. And if you believe, she can make you hear them, too…in The Thin Place — the fragile boundary between our world and the other one.

Performance times: Fri - Sat @ 7:30p | Sun @ 2:00p
Daleko recommends this production for ages 16 and up.

  • Kayla Dvorak Feld
    Lolly Foy
    Siri Hellerman
    Edwin Strout

  • Robin McIntyre (sets/build)
    Ellie Simonett (lights)
    Cynthia Wade Forsgren (costumes)
    Kevin Springer (sound)
    Elizabeth Stewart (props)
    Keely Wolter (accent consultant)
    Zak Thompson (assistant stage manager)
    Abby Narveson (stage manager)

Nov 25 - Dec 18, 2022

White Christmas

by Irving Berlin, David Ives, and Paul Blake
directed by Amanda White
music direction by Christopher J. Stordalen
choreography by Lauri Kraft
sponsored by Danny McDonald - State Farm Agent

Veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to their Christmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Bob and Phil's former army commander.

Performance times: Thurs - Sat @ 7:30p | Sun @ 2:00p
Daleko recommends this production for all ages.

  • Dillon Baxendell
    Anne Elizabeth Brown
    Shanan Custer
    Caitlin Featherstone
    Abby Holmstrom
    Annika Isbell
    Audrey Johnson
    Tommy McCarthy
    Ryan Robert Nelson
    Warren Sampson
    Eve Scharback
    Ben Thietje
    Brendan Veerman

  • Robin McIntyre (sets/build)
    Shannon Elliott (lights)
    Cynthia Wade Forsgren (costumes)
    Peter Morrow (sound/projections)
    Tricia Hofeld (props)
    Alyssa Ehlen (stage manager)

  • Rita Sapp (piano)
    Braedon Laundrie (drums & percussion)
    Jennifer Slaats Laundrie (reeds)
    Steven Garcia (trumpet)
    Tracy Glenz (bass guitar)

Nov 27 - Dec 20, 2022

White Chrismith

a Daleko original holiday show with music
directed by Ben Thietje & Amanda White
sponsored by Barb & Chuck Nickolay

Chris Smith wasn’t cast in Daleko’s production of White Christmas, but instead of getting angry, he’s getting even. Join Chris as he breaks in to the Prague Theater on an off day to perform his one-man tribute to Irving Berlin, and give New Pragians the holiday they so richly deserve.

Performance times: Sun - Tues @ 7:00p
Daleko recommends this production for all ages.

  • Bradley Beahen*
    Patrick Kozicky

    *member Actors’ Equity Association

  • Robin McIntyre (sets/build)
    Shannon Elliott (lights)
    Amanda White (costumes)
    Ben Thietje (sound/props)
    Paran Kashani (video)
    Nora Sonneborn (stage manager)

Feb 10 - 26, 2023

Native Gardens

by Karen Zacarías
directed by Adlyn Carreras
sponsored by Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague

You can’t choose your neighbors. In this brilliant new comedy, cultures and gardens clash, turning well-intentioned neighbors into feuding enemies. Pablo — a rising attorney — and doctoral candidate, Tania — his very pregnant wife — have just purchased a home next to Frank and Virginia, a well-established D.C. couple with a prize-worthy English garden. But an impending barbeque for Pablo’s colleagues and a delicate disagreement over a long-standing fence line soon spirals into an all-out border dispute, exposing both couples’ notions of race, taste, class and privilege.

Performance times: Fri - Sat @ 7:30p | Sun @ 2:00p
Daleko recommends this production for ages 16 and up.

  • Raúl Arámbula
    Abigail Chagolla
    Rick Lamers
    Julie Ann Nevill

  • Robin McIntyre (sets/build)
    Cynthia Wade Forsgren (costumes)
    Topher Pirkl (sound)
    Tricia Hofeld (props)

May 5 - May 21, 2023

Bright Star

by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell
directed by Amanda White
musical direction by Bradley A Beahen
choreography by Kyle Weiler
sponsored by Bruzek Funeral Home

Inspired by a true story and featuring the Tony®-nominated score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star tells a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and ’40s. When literary editor Alice Murphy meets a young soldier just home from World War II, he awakens her longing for the child she once lost. Haunted by their unique connection, Alice sets out on a journey to understand her past — and what she finds has the power to transform both of their lives.

Performance times: Thurs - Sat @ 7:30p | Sun @ 2:00p
Daleko recommends this production for ages 13 and up.

This production is sold out. Click HERE for the wait list.

  • Ruthie Baker
    Dillon Baxendell
    Luke Aaron Davidson
    Jennifer Eckes
    Daniel Greco
    Abby Holmstrom
    Grant Hooyer
    Ryan Lee
    Amanda Mai
    Jake S. Nelson
    Warren R. Sampson
    Nora Sonneborn

  • Robin McIntyre (sets/build)
    Mark Webb (lights)
    Cindy Forsgren (costumes)
    Christy C Johnson (sound)
    Tricia Hofeld (props)
    Jenna Hyde (stage manager)

  • Bradley A Beahen (piano)
    Betsy Keenan-Brown (fiddle)
    Benjamin Gieseke (guitar/mandolin)
    Matt Nielsen (drums)
    Nicholas White (banjos)
    Andy DeLuca (bass)

Friends of Friends

OCT 28 - 30, 2022

Freegrass

Annie Savage (Savage Hearts; season 7) is back with a brand new evening of live music at the Prague. Gather your posse and enjoy a riotous evening of tunes!

Daleko recommends this production for ages 13 and up.

JAN 20 - 22, 2023

OMG!

A cast comprised of some of the best local lady/non-binary improvisers (we just call them "improvisers") will read from the actual diaries, journals, and spell books of their teen years, and perform scenes based on what lies within! Created by Emily Schmidt and Taj Ruler, this is a show you do not want to miss!

Daleko recommends this production for ages 13 and up.

MAR 17 - 19, 2023

Live at The Prague III

Some of the best improv artists in the country call the Twin Cities "home," and for one weekend in March, they're coming to New Prague...again! Three nights, many fantastic improv teams, unlimited fun.

Daleko recommends this production for ages 16 and up.

February 13, 2023

Love Letters

by A.R. Gurney
featuring Amanda White & Ben Thietje

This award-winning play is comprised of letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together, went their separate ways, but continued to share confidences. As the letters are read aloud, what is created is an evocative, touching, and frequently funny evening of theatre. Join Daleko Artistic Directors, Ben Thietje and Amanda White, for a truly wonderful Valentine's fundraiser.

All proceeds from this evening of entertainment will go toward the DalekoArts general fund.

Summer Extra

The Show Must Go On

A BACKSTAGE ESCAPE GAME
CREATED BY DAVID PISA
MAY 24 - JUNE 24, 2023

Broadway legend Bethel Berman has swooped in for a dazzling one-night-only concert at the Prague Theater. But Ms. Berman’s signature diamonds are nowhere to be found! Curtain is in one hour, and Bethel refuses to perform without them. Are they merely misplaced, or is there something more sinister afoot? You and your intrepid team of backstage crew members must crack the case and save the show!

FAQs

  • Nope! The goal is not to escape — instead, you’re solving a mystery! The game will take place on the Prague Theater’s stage.

  • Daleko recommends ages 14+ (due to puzzle challenges, not content). Children under 14 are welcome with their families.

  • There are no physical challenges, but you should be prepared to move around as you search for clues.

  • Absolutely! If you want to have a private event, such as a birthday party or corporate event, just email [email protected] or call 952-314-9077, and Daleko will work with you to schedule your experience.

  • Daleko recommends 4 - 6 players. It’s possible with as few as 2, and the room holds up to 8.

  • No! All bookings are private, so you don’t need to worry about making new friends.

  • Yes, Daleko requires advance bookings (at least the day before), to ensure there is staff available.

  • There are no refunds for this event. However, if you contact the box office a minimum of 48 hours prior to your game, you may move your reservation to a time that better suits you.

  • Before the game, you’ll get some brief instructions and an introduction — less than 15 minutes. Then you will have 75 minutes to solve the mystery. You’ll also have a little time afterwards if you want to ask any questions.

  • No! Everything needed to play the game is provided. Just bring your friends and your puzzle-solving skills.