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Minneapolis Musical Theatre is returning to the proverbial stage this spring with “Hands on a Hardbody.” The musical, about 10 hard-luck Texans vying to win a new pickup truck and with it – the hope of a better life, will be produced in the showroom at Luther Cadillac in Roseville, MN April 22-May 8, 2022.

Following the success of our past productions in non-traditional venues – “High Fidelity” at Electric Fetus in 2018 and “Daddy Long Legs” at the James J. Hill House in 2020 – we are thankful to Luther Automotive for another opportunity to bring a unique theatrical experience to Twin Cities audiences. Tickets are now on sale!

“Hands on a Hardbody” features a Book by Doug Wright, Lyrics by Amanda Green, and Music by Trey Anastasio and Amanda Green. It is inspired by the true events of the acclaimed 1997 documentary of the same name by S.R. Bindler, produced by Kevin Morris and Bindler. MMT’s production will be Directed by Sara Pillatzki-Warzeha (“Be More Chill,” “High Fidelity,” “Leap of Faith”) with Music Direction by Jean Orbison Van Heel (“Daddy Long Legs,” “Night of the Living Dead! The Musical!”) and Choreography by Abbi Fern (“Lizzie,” “Be More Chill,” “High Fidelity”). 

HANDS ON A HARDBODY is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE*

Fri. April 22 – 7:30pm – OPENING NIGHT!
Sat. April 23 – 7:30pm
Sun. April 24 – 2:00pm
Fri. April 29 – 7:30pm
Sat. April 30 – 7:30pm
Sun. May 1 – 2:00pm
Fri. May 6 – 7:30pm
Sat. May 7 – 7:30pm
Sun. May 8 – 2:00pm – CLOSING PERFORMANCE

*The showroom will open for seating 20-30 minutes prior to the showtime.
The performance is approximately 2 hours, 15 minutes long, with a 15-minute intermission.

All performances are held in the Luther Cadillac showroom – 2325 Prior Ave. N. Roseville, MN 55113.

Tickets for HANDS ON A HARDBODY are now available!

CLICK HERE to purchase tickets or see more details below.

Tickets are available at a range of prices to meet your budget needs:

PREMIUM SEATS* – Front and center – watch the show from a comfortable camping chair. ADULT: $45, STUDENT or SENIOR (65+): $40

STANDARD SEATS* – Great views from a range of angles. Seating in folding chairs or bar-height chairs to optimize views, depending on placement. ADULT: $38, STUDENT or SENIOR (65+): $33

BUDGET SEATS* – Side view seating in folding chairs or bar-height chairs to optimize views, depending on placement. ADULT: $31, STUDENT or SENIOR (65+): $26

BYO CHAIR* – The most economical seating option. Bring-Your-Own-Chair and select seating on either the Driver side or Passenger side. Basic portable/collapsible chairs are acceptable (camping chairs, folding chairs, etc). Please do not bring lounge style beach chairs. If you’d prefer to sit on the floor – blankets or other cushions are acceptable as well. $24

STANDING ROOM ONLY – Stand and watch the show from select sections behind the seating. Move about the approved viewing areas during the show and see it from multiple angles. As the name indicates, this ticket does not include a seating option. $10

*All seated ticket options allow audience members to get up from their seats during the show and move about approved standing viewing areas, with the understanding that MMT will limit the number of people standing in a given viewing area to avoid crowding.

Group rates available for private parties of 10 or more or for school groups. Email tickets@aboutmmt.org for more details.

ALL TICKETHOLDERS AGREE TO ABIDE BY OUR COVID-19 POLICIES FOR THIS SHOW. TO REVIEW THESE POLICIES GO TO Policies for Performances of HANDS ON A HARDBODY

Content and Language Warning:
“Hands on a Hardbody” addresses mature, often distressing, themes such as racism, xenophobia, suicide, and war – and contains adult and racist language.  Minneapolis Musical Theatre is vehemently opposed to racism in all its forms and presents the material, not to enable racist behavior, but to show the characters that exhibit such behavior in their ugliness and brokenness. 
Not recommended for children younger than 10.