(8:12 – Aired Oct 13, 2012)
Featured on Minnesota Original, the weekly art series of Twin Cities Public Television (TPT).
History of TRP
Founded in 1952, TRP is the longest-running theatre in Minneapolis, and second only to Old Log Dinner Theatre in Excelsior as the oldest theatre in the Twin Cities region. It is the fourth-oldest community theatre in the state, after Duluth (1914), Fargo-Moorhead (1946), and Rochester Civic (1951).
HISTORY VIDEOS
(1952-1963)
A group of seven artists set out a goal to begin a theatre supported by members.
(1963-1969)
The theatre moved to a new location which brought about new growth opportunities.
(1969-1979)
TRP pioneered theatre for under represented communities in the Twin Cities.
(1980s and 90s)
TRP painted its facade with a mural of its blueprint and was an initial host theatre for Fringe Fest.
(2000-2019)
TRP surpassed 50 seasons and completed facility renovations to ensure years of continued success.
