Duluth, MN | 218.733.7555
Duluth, MN | 218.733.7555
New Life.
A Restoration story
The NorShor Theatre is ready for its new starring role. From the balcony to the box office, the landmark 1910 theatre underwent a total restoration. After weathering its share of milestones and misfortune, a new life and new legacy is unfolding for this legendary landmark. At center stage in downtown Duluth’s Historic Arts and Theater (HART) District, the restored NorShor Theatre is bringing new productions and new possibilities for the region.
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It is certainly ironic that at opening night of Age of Aquarius: The Music of Hair, I saw more bare bottoms — of faces — than I have seen in person since the pandemic shut down the world. The Duluth Playhouse’s second mini-season offering at the NorShor Theatre saw more audience members wearing tie-dyed …
Read MoreThe Duluth Playhouse wants to hear directly from you! A sampling of the plays and musicals currently under consideration for the Playhouse’s 2021/2022 season at the NorShor and Underground theatres will be shared inside this survey, and they want to know your excitement level for each as well as an opportunity for you to …
Read MoreIt has truly been a year unlike any other. We know that nothing will ever replace coming to the NorShor Theatre to experience the amazing live performances for which the Playhouse is known. We cannot wait to bring our Playhouse family back together in-person. But now is not a safe time. This doesn’t mean we …
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A Legacy.
Years in the making
The beloved NorShor Theatre is regaining its rightful place as the Northland’s beacon of arts, entertainment, and world-class performances.
A project this important comes along once in a lifetime.
In 2010, the City of Duluth made a bold decision to purchase the NorShor Theatre and surrounding real estate with the intent of returning it to life as a vibrant cultural center and source of economic development. Developer Sherman Associates and The Duluth Playhouse joined forces to transform and manage the facility. Once complete, The Duluth Playhouse now oversees the NorShor Theatre and its culturally rich experiences, engaging the regional arts community and featuring world-class events worthy of this now-restored historic venue.
See the progress made and peek inside by visiting our Photo Gallery.
In History.