About Us

Duluth Playhouse offers exceptional entertainment, training, and performance opportunities in theatre arts that inspire, challenge, and engage the region we serve.

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Founded in 1914, the Playhouse is one of the nation’s oldest non-profit theatres. We produce year-round seasons packed with dramas, musicals, and much more, along with year-round programming within our School of Performing Arts for youth and adults alike.

MISSION STATeMENT

The mission of Duluth Playhouse is to create opportunities in theatrical arts that educate, entertain, and engage the region.

Playhouse Diversity Statement

Duluth Playhouse is committed to offering equitable opportunities that support diversity in our programming and creating an inclusive environment.  Duluth Playhouse does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, gender identification, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Land Acknowledgement

Duluth Playhouse acknowledges that the land on which we live, work, and tell our stories is the ancestral home of the Ojibwe and Dakota Peoples. We recognize the indigenous people and communities who have been, become, and are still a part of this place where we live. We also recognize that we are all stewards of this land for future generations.

Content Consideration

Duluth Playhouse does not provide opinion or judgment regarding subject matter, as the contents of each production will impact individuals differently based on their lived experiences. If you have questions about content or stage effects such as strobe lighting or haze, please contact our team at BoxOffice@DuluthPlayhouse.org or call 218-733-7555.

Work With Us

We're always looking for great folks to join our team and improved the experiences of our patrons. If you think you've got what it takes for one of our job openings, you'd like to volunteer your time at the NorShor, or you could use some experience as an intern, we'd love to hear from you.

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Our Story

Founded in 1914, the Playhouse is one of the nation’s oldest non-profit regional theaters and produces a year-round season of dramas, musicals, and youth productions.

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Board and Staff

We are only as good as our people and our people are really, really good. Have a question for us? Reach out - we'd love to hear from you.

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