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Varsity Theater

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Imagine a venue capable of hosting everything from traditional weddings, Baroque chamber music recitals, and Shakespearian drama to modern dance performances, psychedelic folk festivals, and cutting-edge New Media trade shows---all within the space of a few days.
Welcome to the Varsity.
You may have heard of us, or even been here for a show. The biggest thing you need to know about the Varsity is that it can be anything to anybody. Just give us a few hours and we can change the Varsity in to something completely different. We do have a few specialties though.
We are becoming known for being one of the best music clubs in the Midwest. Our sound & lighting systems are top notch. The vibe and comfort level at the Varsity is second to none. David Rachac from Howwastheshow.com said this:
"The Varsity is an absolutely gorgeous place for a show, maybe the best in town. With a comfortable dcor and a large open performance space, the sightlines are second to none and the live music experience is enhanced by a tremendous sound and lighting system. They have paid attention to the things that matter most to the music fan, so there is little confusion why the Varsity is quickly becoming THE place for local and smaller touring bands to play."
Live theater is also wonderful in the Varsity. We have the capabilities of doing large full blown stage musicals, or small dramas in-the-round. Our technical capabilities don't stop with music, we have some of the best gear of any small theater in the Twin Cities.
Our newest specialty has become hosting special events such as weddings, fundraising events, and employee appreciation dinners. The Varsity is like no other room that you can rent for your special event. If you want to blow away your guests with something completely different and amazing, call us about booking the Varsity for your next special event.
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My Interests

Music:

We have musical shows at the Varsity almost every night. This is the most comfortable and beautiful music venue in the Twin Cities.
Previous performers include: Ike Reilly Assasination, Brazilian Girls, Feist, American Analog Set, Robert Skoro, Jeff Hanson, Trampled by Turtles, Cloud Cult, Shout Out Louds, Halloween Alaska, Doomtree, Dropping Daylight, Quietdrive, KT Tunstall, Black Rebel Motorcycle Club, Moving Units, Matt Pond PA, Dios Malos, The Fray, Railroad Earth, Mates of State, Maria Taylor, Eisley, SIA, State Radio, The Stills, South, Taylor Hawkins, The Goo Goo Dolls, The Concretes, Twilight Singers, Matt Costa, ALO, Imogen Heap, Flyleaf, International Noise Conspiracy, The Fall, Brandi Carlile, Boy Least Likely To, Devotchka, The Rakes, Pete Yorn, Camera Obscura, Los Amigos Invisibles, Jolie Holland, The Futureheads, Diplo, Jeremy Enigk, A Silver Mt. Zion, Sandi Thom, Joe Firstman, MAE, Marty Casey, Corrine Bailey Rae, Cat Power, M. Ward, Shellac, Starsailor, Josh Ritter, HEM, Kaki King, The Cat Empire, Regina Spektor, Paul Thorn, Raekwon the Chef, Stephen Kellogg, Anathallo, and Mat Kearney just to name a few.

Movies:

We have a big 29 foot movie screen at the Varsity. You might catch us playing free movies during happy hour, or enjoy the beauty of video during a live music, dance, or theater performance.

We also have a 10 foot screen in the back of the Varsity. We are known for playing weird old movies as eye candy before or during some shows. One of our house favorites, are classic Mr. Ed tv shows.

Television:

Don't watch television, come to the Varsity for amazing live performances.

My Blog

City Pages - "Best Concert Venue"

We are blushing after finding out that City Pages named us the Best Concert Venue in the Twin Cities.  We are proudto be given such an honor.  http://bestof.citypages.com/2007/sex-drugs-rock...
Posted by Varsity Theater on Wed, 09 May 2007 10:08:00 PST

Girl Talk

Everybody should be at the Varsity on Friday, Jan 26.  Girl Talk, Dance Band, and Tarlton are playing and it will be quite the party.Check out this link. http://www.pitchforkmedia.com/page/news/2...
Posted by Varsity Theater on Thu, 11 Jan 2007 10:32:00 PST