Park Square LAB Series

Date/Time:
Friday, March 27, 2026
7:00 pm

Offer:
Park Square LAB Series — 2 Free Tickets

Event Details:

The LAB Series program offers theatre makers of all backgrounds the chance to take artistic risks. Whether artists choose to develop ambitious new work, restage and/or reimagine a previous production, Park Square aims to provide the space and encouragement for artists to flourish. This initiative reflects Park Square Theatre?s ongoing commitment to cultivating a vibrant, dynamic arts ecosystem in the heart of Downtown St. Paul.

Four artists will be featured in the 25/26 LAB Series. Artists were selected through a rigorous application process to create a 50-minute show to be presented as part of a double-featured performance. Both weekends will feature different performances.

Performance Week 2: March 26-29, 2026

THE CARMEN FILES

Arranged by Gary Ruschman | Written by Elena Stabile | Choreography by Colette Illarde

The Mixed Precipitation team is developing a bold new adaptation of Georges Bizet?s 1875 French opera Carmen, where classical music and crime drama collide. In this reimagined tale, Internal Affairs investigator Micaëla takes on a smuggling ring and opera?s most famous femme fatale - forces that lure her boyfriend, Donnie, an undercover cop drawn to his dark side, down a dangerous path.

WILLOW STORM AND THE LIGHTNING BOLTS

Written and Composed by Stephanie Henry | Directed by Denzel Belin

Set against a backdrop of big hair, screaming guitars, and neon-lit dreams, the story follows Aaron, a gifted but restless young artist searching for his place in the world. When he discovers his inner rock goddess Willow Storm, everything changes. With the help of his fiercely loyal friend Tiffany, Aaron forms a band and begins the journey from self-doubt to self-definition. Willow Storm is an electrifying 80s glam rock musical about identity, transformation, and the courage to step fully into your power.

Location:
Boss - Park Square Theatre
20 West 7th Place
Saint Paul, MN 55102

Hours of Operation:
Ticket Office
Wednesday-Thursday
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Phone: (651) 291-7005
Email: tickets@parksquaretheatre.org
Our ticket office is open one hour before each performance.
If you need to contact us outside of these hours call our ticket office and leave a voicemail.
There are no in-person box office hours.

Parking Information:
Street Parking (for cars)
Meters are available on St. Peter and Wabasha Streets. Downtown parking meters are enforced Monday – Saturday, 8 am – 10 pm. Please check the meter for the most current rate information and time limits. They vary by location. For complete information, visit the City of Saint Paul website.

Nearby Parking Ramps (for cars)

Lawson Commons Ramp
Enter at 5th Street between St. Peter and Wabasha
Open 24 hours

Treasure Island Ramp (formerly Macy's)
Enter at Wabasha between 6th & 7th Streets or at 6th Street between Cedar and Wabasha

World Trade Center Ramp
West side of Cedar between 7th Street and Exchange
Open 24 hours

RiverCentre Ramp
Kellogg Boulevard near Washington and W. 7th Street
Open until 11p.m.

Allied Parking Ramp
Wabasha between Kellogg Boulevard and 4th Street
Open 24 hours

Victory Ramp
Wabasha between 4th and 5th Streets

Kellogg Street Municipal Ramp
North side of Kellogg Boulevard between Washington and W. 7th Street
Open until midnight

Accessibility Information:
Your experience at Park Square Theatre is our highest priority. Let us know what you need to fully enjoy the show, and we will do our best to accommodate you. Please specify individual needs when ordering your tickets.

Assisted Listening
Our FM enhanced listening system is available for hearing assistance and/or audio description. There is no charge for this service. Assisted Listening Devices are available from our Patron Services Desk, located at the Coat Check.

Open Captioning/ASL/AD Performances
We offer open captioning, American Sign Language and Audio Description for select performances. Captions of the text are displayed on a screen near the stage, visible from almost all seats. To take advantage of these services, check the performance calendar or call the Ticket Office at 651.291.7005 for details.

Wheelchair Accessibility
Park Square has several seating locations in both standard and premium seating, as well as restrooms, that are available for patrons using wheelchairs. Wheelchair accessible seating is available between rows F and G and also in the “Queen’s Box” toward the back of the house.

Service Animals
Service animals, such as guide dogs, are permitted to assist Park Square patrons.

Organization Details:

Our mission is to bring generations together through stories and experiences that touch the heart, engage the mind, and uplift the spirit. Our purpose is to uplift audiences and artists through exceptional live performances, cultural experiences, and educational programs that foster connection, empathy, and inclusion. We envision a thriving artistic hub in downtown St. Paul where people of all ages and identities feel welcomed, engaged, and celebrated.

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Offer: Park Square LAB Series — 2 Free Tickets

Date/Time: Friday, March 27, 2026 7:00 pm

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