‘Til Death

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The hit musical comedy that’s become a Twin Cities Valentine’s tradition returns for it’s 12th season! This “touchingly beautiful… heartrending and hilarious” show (Say Entirely, theater blog) is the perfect Valentine’s date night in the perfect venue. “One of the best spots in Saint Paul to cozy up for Valentine’s” (@visitsaintpaul)

Ethan and Olivia are stuck in marital midlife crisis and in a tiny cabin with a honeymooning couple who are perfectly perfect for each other. Will their marriages last… the weekend? The hit musical that’s ridiculous, heart-wrenching, squirm-inducing and lovely… just like marriage.

 

Book by Jeremiah Gamble
Music and Lyrics by Jeremiah and Vanessa Gamble

 

• Music Arrangement & Accompaniment and by Michael Pearce Donley

• Direction by Craig Johnson

• Stage Manager, Sarah Perron

• Lighting Design by Shannon Elliot

• Scenic Design by Katie Phillips

• Set construction and Technical Direction by Dalen O’Connell

• Original directorial concept by Joy Donley, with contributions from Elizabeth Efteland

• Original choreography by Betsy Mills

• Dance coach, Maureen Sherman-Mendez

• As always we’re featuring the theatrical and marital talents of THREE real-life-married couples: Jeremiah & Vanessa Gamble as Ethan & Olivia and Damian and Anna Leverett AND Nathan and Stephanie Cousins as Leslie & Freddie! Nathan and Stephanie originated the roles waaaay back in 2012 and Anna and Damian are celebrating their 7th year of performing ‘Til Death!

Dates and Times:
Friday, February 2nd, 7:30pm
Saturday, February 3rd, 7:30pm
Friday, February 9th, 7:30pm
Saturday, February 10th, 3:00pm Matinee
Saturday, February 10th, 7:30pm
Monday, February 12th, 7:30pm (Pay As You’re Able mash-up performance with alternating Leslies and Freddies from our two  casts: Nathan and Stephanie Cousins AND Damian and Anna Leverett )
Wednesday, February 14th, 7:30pm Valentine’s Day
Friday, February 16th, 7:30pm
Saturday, February 17th, 7:30pm

 

Location: 
At Art House North, 793 Armstrong Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55102

 

Runtime: 
The show runs approximately 80 minutes and will be presented in two acts with a 15 minute intermission.

 

Enjoy a concert of love songs from our own Michael Pearce Donley, whilst enjoying complimentary coffee and cupcakes from our neighborhood bakery, Brake Bread, during intermission!

 

Tickets: (All seating is reserved)
 $30, $25 for Seniors, Students and Groups 6+
$20 Opening Weekend!

 

 


 

We’re making this a mask-optional event.

 

Doors/Check in: The lobby at Art House North opens 60 minutes before the performance. When you enter, head downstairs to the Will Call desk to check in with the friendly ticket agent. Seating is reserved.

 

Seating: After you check in, you’ll receive your programs. You can hang out in front of the fire in the cozy lobby until the doors to the theater open at 7pm. At that time feel free to head up to the theater to find your seats.

 

Parking: We want to be respectful of our neighbors, so we ask that your first parking option be the parking lot behind Awaken Church (1 block NE of Art House North). The address is 506 View St, Saint Paul, MN 55102. If that lot is full, there is free street parking. We ask, in respect to our neighbors, that you do not block driveways, and that you leave at least one spot in front of each house. There have been some complaints and we want to be good stewards and good neighbors. Thanks for helping us in that effort!

 

Ticket refunds/exchanges: Just a friendly Bucket Brigade reminder that all ticket sales are final. If necessary, we CAN switch your ticket to another performance of your choice if you give us a 24 hour notice. And if you say pretty please.

 

Cancellations: Bucket Brigade does not offer compensation for missed performances and does not cancel performances due to bad weather.

 

Accessibility: Please note that Art House North is not an ADA Accessible space.

 

What people are saying:

” A charming, silly,  funny and at times poignant musical comedy about love and relationships… with catchy songs and great performances.” -Cherry and Spoon

 

“Til Death’s strength is that it rings true to life. Add to that the stellar performers and well-written lyrics, and this show is sure to have you laughing as you reach to hold your loved ones a little tighter.”

 -Say Entirely

 

“Til Death is a breath of fresh air. It is touchingly beautiful without being cloying, simultaneously heartrending and hilarious. Come to this show prepared to laugh.” -Say Entirely

 

“Hilarious, yet serious, touching, but not sappy. Made me think long and hard after it was over.” -Audience member

 

“If you haven’t seen Til Death at Art House North, you’re not living. Five thumbs up. Ten stars. All of the things. You seriously need to see this show. You’ll laugh and you’ll cry and you’ll laugh while you’re crying.” -Audience member

 

“Touching, tear-jerking show. Delightful and moving.” -Audience member

 

“Great date night! The right blend of touching and humorous, and bits every couple can relate to. Go! You’ll be glad you did.” -Audience member

 

“Phenomenal show! The cupcakes are really good, too!” -Audience member

 

“Wonderful show! Perfect timing, perfect balance. Go see it! Take a friend!” -Audience member

 

“Charming, funny, good music and voices. Saw it last night to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary! Go!” -Audience member

 

“Amazing, funny, touching and so true!” -Audience member

 

 “Totally blown away! Loved every minute of the performance!” -Audience member

 

“We cannot say enough good things about your performance. We are avid theatre goers from NY – You guys are sooooo incredibly, multi-faceted talented! Your voices, acting, comedic deliveries were spot on. Totally blown away. We want to see EVERYTHING you guys put on.-Audience member

A bit of history: ‘Til Death premiered at Open Window Theater in Minneapolis, MN in the fall of 2012. The show toured Minnesota winter of 2013 and winter 2014 and landed at its regular venue, Art House North, February 2015 and has become a seasonal Valentine’s staple at Art House North since.

 

From writer, Jeremiah Gamble: We always learn something new when we write a show– about life, about ourselves. Creating art is therapeutic and, frankly, after 14 years of marriage and running a theater company together, we thought a little self induced “art therapy” wouldn’t hurt. So, Vanessa and I wrote, ’Til Death: A Marriage Musical in 2012. We wanted to take an inward look at our own struggles of trying to practice forgiveness and live out a committed relationship. Also, we wanted to work with other couples in the show. We love the uniqueness of working with other real-life couples on a show about real-life relationships.[/vc_column_text]

Interested in getting the rights to produce this very produce-able small scale musical? We have the score, cast recordings and all the resources you’ll need. Email us at info@bucketbrigadetheater.com