2 Across
2024-02-11 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-02-11 14:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-10 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-02-09 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-02-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-02-03 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-02-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-02-01 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago) | Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND, 58501, United States
“2 Across” is a delightful comedy play that takes place on a San Francisco BART train (Bay Area Rapid Transit). The story revolves around two strangers, a man and a woman, who find themselves sitting together on a morning commute. As the journey progresses, they engage in a clever and humorous battle of wits through a crossword puzzle.
The woman, an uptight and analytical psychiatrist, is fully engrossed in solving the crossword puzzle, while the man, a free-spirited and witty advertising executive, is more interested in engaging in playful banter. The crossword puzzle serves as a catalyst for their conversations, providing a backdrop for their evolving relationship.
As the train ride continues, the characters gradually reveal glimpses of their personal lives, sharing their frustrations, dreams, and disappointments. Through their interactions, they challenge and support each other, slowly breaking down their emotional barriers and forming a connection that transcends the confines of their train compartment.
“2 Across” is a heartwarming and humorous exploration of human connection, unexpected encounters, and the power of shared experiences. It invites the audience to reflect on the serendipitous moments that bring people together and the profound impact they can have on our lives. With its clever wordplay and genuine charm, the play leaves a lasting impression and celebrates the beauty of human connection in the most unexpected of places.

A Christmas Carol
2023-12-17 14:00 - 16:30, 2023-12-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-12-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-12-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-12-10 14:00 - 16:30, 2023-12-09 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-12-08 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-12-07 19:30 - 22:00 | Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND, 58501, United States
With a fresh perspective on the timeless tale, this adaptation remains true to the enchanting essence of Dickens. Set on a Christmas Eve in 1843, friends and family assemble at Dickens’ residence, eagerly beseeching him to share a story. Yet, he staunchly declines to work on such a hallowed evening. Instead, he proposes a collaborative endeavor, wherein each person shall contribute to the narrative’s unfolding. And thus, the magic commences, as the ensemble of 10 individuals takes on an impressive array of more than 40 roles, bringing the story to life in an extraordinary performance.

Sweeney Todd
2023-10-22 14:00 - 16:30, 2023-10-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-10-20 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-10-19 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-10-15 14:00 - 16:30, 2023-10-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-10-13 19:30 - 22:00, 2023-10-12 19:30 - 22:00 | Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND, 58501, United States
“Sweeney Todd” is a dark and thrilling musical that tells the chilling tale of Benjamin Barker, a skilled barber known as Sweeney Todd. Set in 19th-century London, the story revolves around Todd’s quest for revenge against the corrupt Judge Turpin, who wrongfully imprisoned him and stole his wife and daughter.
After returning to London under the alias of Sweeney Todd, he sets up his barbershop above Mrs. Lovett’s failing pie shop on Fleet Street. Todd soon discovers that his wife has died and his daughter, Johanna, is now under the guardianship of Judge Turpin. Fuelled by his anger and desire for vengeance, Todd vows to reclaim his daughter and seek justice.
With his deadly barber skills, Todd devises a diabolical plan: he slits the throats of his unsuspecting customers and disposes of their bodies with Mrs. Lovett’s help. As Todd’s murderous spree continues, the bodies are turned into filling for Mrs. Lovett’s meat pies, which quickly become a sensation in London.
As the body count rises, Todd’s thirst for revenge intensifies, leading to a climactic confrontation with Judge Turpin. Along the way, the story explores themes of love, loss, obsession, and the corrupting nature of revenge.
“Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” is a gripping and macabre tale that combines elements of horror, tragedy, and dark humor, making it a captivating and haunting musical experience.
Sweeney Todd is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com

The Underpants
2023-05-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND, 58501, United States

Marvin's Room
2023-03-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND, 58501, United States

Crimes of the Heart
2023-02-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Dakota Stage, 412 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND, 58501, United States

A Christmas Carol
2022-12-08 - 2022-12-18 | ND
After a sold-out run in 2021, Charles Dickens’s best-known story returns to Dakota Stage. The miserly Scrooge gets visited by three spirits on Christmas Eve who beg him to turn his life around lest he meet his own doom. A charming, humanist story filled with Christmas carols, A Christmas Carol is Bismarck’s favorite new holiday tradition.

Carrie: The Musical
2022-09-29 - 2022-10-09 | ND
The stunning Stephen King novel arrives at Dakota Stage just in time for spooky season. High school outcast Carrie White is growing up and things aren’t easy for her — not the least of which are her issues with her scornful classmates and her overbearing mother. When she gets asked to the prom, things seem to be looking up for her — until the famous reveal that it’s another prank from her classmate. In the meantime, Carrie’s been working out some new, deadly, terrifying powers… you know this story. You know the book and the movie. Now meet the perfect Halloween season musical: Carrie: The Musical.

A Dusty Echo
2022-05-01 | ND
