Box Office

Duluth Playhouse ticket windows and will call window

WELCOME TO DULUTH PLAYHOUSE!

Duluth Playhouse is a non-profit theatre dedicated to providing excellent entertainment and education. We highly value our patrons and work to offer you unforgettable theatrical experiences. We are honored to be a part of the Northland community and invite everyone to join us at the iconic NorShor Theatre in Downtown Duluth.

Main Stage

Duluth Playhouse proudly presents our 2023–2024 Main Stage Season, a collection of innovative plays and Broadway musicals. Don’t miss this riveting line-up of regional premieres and all time favorites. Audiences will be swept away by live orchestras, epic production designs and unbelievable talent. Return to the NorShor and create new memories that will last a lifetime.

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Underground

Duluth Playhouse proudly presents our 2023–2024 Underground Season, a collection of plays at the pulse of what’s happening in contemporary theater. Duluth Playhouse Underground is dedicated to high-quality productions of unique stories. This fresh series of remarkable productions has an independent spirit of its own. This season, The Underground gets a new home in a brand new performance space at the NorShor Theatre.

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Youth Theatre

Duluth Playhouse proudly presents our 2023–2024 Youth Theatre Season, an extraordinary pack of dynamic musicals which celebrate individual expression and unbridled optimism. Bring the entire family along to laugh and connect with one another while experiencing the magic of live theater. Youth Theatre productions perform on the NorShor stage. With a commitment to providing performance opportunities for young people, the Youth Theatre allows students to put their skills into action while connecting with their peers and growing as young artists.

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Special Events

There's always something exciting happening at the NorShor Theatre!

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General Ticketing Info

Box Office Hours

Our building is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
On show dates, the Box Office opens at 5:30 p.m. or 12:30 p.m. for matinees.

211 E Superior St.
Duluth, MN 55802

Ticket Policies

Tickets for a Duluth Playhouse event may only be purchased through the official website or through the Playhouse Box Office either in-person or by phone. Membership tickets are nonrefundable. 

All sales are final. Please ensure you have received tickets to the event you intend to purchase for the correct performance time, quantity, seat location, and price level before completing your transaction. No refunds will be given on unused or canceled tickets.  

Ticket Exchanges must be made 24 hours before the event date, and a $2 re-ticketed fee per ticket will be charged for nonmembers. No exchanges for event dates that have already passed. No exchanges for one-night events. 

The purchase of a ticket from a third-party vendor is not authorized. Duluth Playhouse reserves the right to refuse entry to fraudulent or suspect ticket holders.

Third-party tickets

Duluth Playhouse Box Office is the official and most secure way to purchase your tickets. We cannot guarantee that tickets purchased through any other vendor or third-party vendor are valid. 

Follow these best practices when purchasing tickets online:

  • Purchase tickets only from duluthplayhouse.org
  • Type DuluthPlayhouse.org directly into your browser
  • Do not click on any search listing labeled as ads
  • If tickets are unavailable, contact our Box Office instead of searching third-party sites

Production Changes and Cancellations

Production dates, times, and titles are subject to change or cancellation.

Content and Age Appropriateness

The 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 218-733-7555.

Photo and Video Disclaimer

During your visit, you may be filmed or photographed. Your attendance at Playhouse events serves as permission for the use of your image by the Playhouse for publicity. Please contact the House Manager on duty should you have any questions or concerns about this policy.

Access For ALL - Ticket Discounts & Special Pricing

Theatre Access Program (TAP) Tickets

TAP tickets are available to patrons with limited income for $5. To qualify, patrons must be at least 18 years old and enrolled in one or more of the following: TANF, MFIP, WIC, General Assistance, Medical Assistance, MinnesotaCare, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Benefits, SNAP, Section 8, or free/reduced school meals.

To enroll, present your photo ID and one of the following documents to the NorShor Box Office: EBT card, Medical Assistance card, Section 8 document, WIC folder, Supplemental Security Income verification, Social Security Disability Benefits verification, free/reduced school meals approval, Refugee Cash Assistance card, or General Assistance verification.

Up to four TAP tickets per production may be purchased by phone or in person at the NorShor Box Office for select performances. A limited amount of TAP tickets are available for every Playhouse-produced show.

TAP Enrollment is valid for one year. Offer is subject to availability and excludes non-Playhouse produced concerts and presentations.

Community Previews

Duluth Playhouse believes that theatre is for everyone. Community Preview Nights build relationships with diverse community groups across the Northland. We are bringing our community together on and off the stage by investing in local groups and offering the clients they serve greater access to our productions.

Community Preview Nights allow community-serving organizations and groups to experience a Duluth Playhouse show and remove financial barriers for their staff or clients who otherwise might not be able to attend. We offer a rotation of guests to our free Community Preview Night Performance, which is always the Wednesday before Opening Night.

Please complete our Community Preview Night Request form to get on the rotating guest list.

Student RUSH Tickets

Full-time students with a valid student ID can get a $25 ticket to any Playhouse produced Main Stage production at the NorShor and a $22 ticket to Underground productions. Student Rush tickets go on sale at the Box Office 30 minutes prior to performances and can be accessed by showing a valid student ID when purchasing your tickets in person. Tickets are sold to patrons on a first-come, first-served basis.

Senior Discount Tickets

Seniors (65+) can save $2 per ticket. Senior Discount Tickets can be purchased in person from the NorShor box office or over the phone in advance at 218-733-7555.

Group Sales

Gathering with friends and family for a night at the theatre is one of the most rewarding parts of the experience. If you’ve got a group of 15 or more, the Playhouse has the activity for you!

Groups of 15 or more receive $5 off standard prices on tickets to Duluth Playhouse productions. 

  • Adjust the number of tickets needed up to 3 weeks before the performance.
  • Payments are due in full 3 weeks prior to your performance date. 
  • We will email you the tickets and see you at the show!

Make your request online or by calling 218.733.7555 to reserve your tickets.

Request Group Tickets

Student Matinees

Every season, Duluth Playhouse welcomes over 1,200 students to the NorShor, offering engagement and enhanced classroom learning through our school matinees. Student Matinees often sell out and are a popular school activity for local youth. The Playhouse is passionate about introducing the next generation to the transformative power of live theatre. Every season brings an exciting collection of new shows. Please contact us at boxoffice@duluthplayhouse.org to learn more.

Ticket Donation Requests

Donation policy

Thanks for your interest in Duluth Playhouse. We are proud to offer transformative theatre experiences for everyone, regardless of their financial situation. To make this possible, we have a range of discount ticket programs available each season and offer free or low-cost tickets through our TAP ticket program and Community Previews.

As much as we would love to grant all donation requests, our ability to donate performance tickets is limited. Currently, we only accept requests from fellow 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Please note that we do not issue monetary donations.

If your organization meets the above criteria and would like to request a donation, please fill out our ticket donation request form. We're always happy to support fellow non-profit organizations in our community.