Guthrie Theater

The Guthrie Theater, founded in 1963 and located in the Twin Cities, Minnesota, is a renowned center for theater performance, production, education, and professional training. Under the artistic leadership of Joseph Haj, it has committed to producing both classic literature and contemporary plays, setting a national standard for excellence in the theatrical arts. The Guthrie offers a diverse array of productions across three stages, engaging exceptional theater artists to explore significant plays and connect the community to broader societal themes. Its mission emphasizes artistic excellence, community involvement, diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and fiscal responsibility. The theater's vision is to create transformative experiences that ignite imagination, stir the heart, open the mind, and build community. Over its 60-year history, the Guthrie has been deeply rooted in the Twin Cities, influencing the arts field from its base while acknowledging the traditional land of the Dakota People.