The Southern Theater
View All Venues1420 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis
Accessibility
Both the building and theater are accessible.
There are all-gender multi-stall restrooms in the first floor lobby.
Parking
Paid Public Parking is availble in the Seven Corners Parking Ramp (adjacent to the Courtyard Marriott).
A special discount is applied for patrons of the Southern Theater ($5.50 for 4 hours in the ramp*)! You can follow the steps below to pay for your spot in the ramp.
*Important note: This discount can be overridden by event pricing as determined by the parking ramp. Please check signage at the ramp when parking to avoid any unexpected charges.
1. Enter the Ramp
2. Park
3. Remember License Plate #
4. Proceed to the Southern Theater
5. Once at the theater, scan the QR Code posted immediately to the left as you enter our front door. You will be prompted to enter your License Plate # and payment information
6. Click Purchase
7. You will receive a text message confirming your vehicle details and parking timeframe
Metered parking is also available on the streets surrounding the theater: Washington Ave, S 15th Ave, and Cedar Ave.
Bus and bike
The closest bus stop is Cedar Ave S & Washington Ave S and is served by Routes 7, 22, 118, and 252.
Coming by Green Line? Get off at the West Bank Station and take the stairs up to Cedar Ave, walk north on Cedar Ave around the curve, and The Southern Theater will be on your right.
Bike parking is available on the corner of S Washington Ave between Town Hall Brewery and the Courtyard Marriott.
More Information
This is a Fringe managed venue.
Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, coffee, and light snacks are available for purchase.
Shows at The Southern Theater
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An Earth Goddess (Preah Mae Thorani)
By: Narate Keys
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: An Earth Goddess (Preah Mae Thorani) is a musical that explores Khmer culture during the Angkorian era, where King Jayavarman VII (1181–1218) reigned with queen Jayarajadevi, Indradevi as his consort.... Go to this Show's Page
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BE NOT AFRAID
By: Third Space Theater
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: 2012. A struggling farm in a northwestern ND town transformed by the oil boom is given a warning: A savior is coming. Portion of proceeds donated. Go to this Show's Page
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Buckeroohaiku's Reverse Armando
By: Button Productions
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: True stories. Masterful improvisation. Kate Button spills the stories, while the Twin Cities top improvisors weave them into comedy gold! Brace yourself for an evening of raw, unfiltered hilarity! Go to this Show's Page
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Machinal
By: Combustible Company
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: This is the reimagined look at Sophie Treadwell’s 1928 expressionistic play about a woman trapped in a mechanical society that dictates how women should act and live. Go to this Show's Page
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Scab for Hire
By: Budding Heads
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: A man unwittingly crosses a picket-line, befriends an opossum, and is forced to choose between his job and his friend. The aftermath of his actions are discussed nearly a century... Go to this Show's Page
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Small Minded
By: Tyler West
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: Is being a dwarf clown REALLY half the size, but double the fun? Or is Tyler West just Small Minded? Either way, this show features juggling, magic, Shakespeare, story-telling, and... Go to this Show's Page
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So Bright, the Night
By: Hey Rube!
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: So Bright the Night is a hard-boiled historical drama about the Mexican Repatriation of the 1930's. A woman boards a train in hopes to rescue her husband from deportation or... Go to this Show's Page
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Stage Presents
By: Wells Farnham
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: Third Fringe, & Wells thinks he's figured out the game. And he wants to share it with you! Work disasters, spirit world snafus, post Pearl Jam snacks, bootleg CDs, stories... Go to this Show's Page
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Tapeze - a la seconde
By: Twin Cities Trapeze
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: An joyful spectacle where every step defies gravity. A circus of rhythm and movement - join us where tap dancing meets the sky. Go to this Show's Page
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Therapist Zero
By: be-Creative
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: Therapist Zero is a darkly funny solo show about a father trying to help his brilliant but struggling daughter, only to run headfirst into a maze of psychiatrists, broken systems,... Go to this Show's Page
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The Resonance of Roots
By: Minnesota Tamil Sangam
Venue: The Southern Theater
Description: Minnesota Tamil Sangam proudly presents The Resonance of Roots, a captivating theatrical celebration that brings to life the enduring spirit of Tamil classical performing arts. This production beautifully illustrates how... Go to this Show's Page
The Southern Theater Showtimes on: Aug 06, 2026
| Favorite Show | Show Name | Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Minded | 08/06 BFF | 5:30 PM | The Southern Theater | |
| Stage Presents | 08/06 BFF | 7:00 PM | The Southern Theater | |
| So Bright, the Night | 08/06 | 8:30 PM | The Southern Theater | |
| Tapeze - a la seconde | 08/06 BFF | 10:00 PM | The Southern Theater |
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Small Minded
By: Tyler West
Venue: The Southern Theater 08/06 5:30 PM
Description: Is being a dwarf clown REALLY half the size, but double the fun? Or is Tyler West just Small Minded? Either way, this show features juggling, magic, Shakespeare, story-telling, and... Go to this Show's Page
Favorite Show Add to Schedule Ticket Options Quantity Purchase Small Minded 08/06 BFF 5:30 PM The Southern Theater
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Stage Presents
By: Wells Farnham
Venue: The Southern Theater 08/06 7:00 PM
Description: Third Fringe, & Wells thinks he's figured out the game. And he wants to share it with you! Work disasters, spirit world snafus, post Pearl Jam snacks, bootleg CDs, stories... Go to this Show's Page
Favorite Show Add to Schedule Ticket Options Quantity Purchase Stage Presents 08/06 BFF 7:00 PM The Southern Theater
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So Bright, the Night
By: Hey Rube!
Venue: The Southern Theater 08/06 8:30 PM
Description: So Bright the Night is a hard-boiled historical drama about the Mexican Repatriation of the 1930's. A woman boards a train in hopes to rescue her husband from deportation or... Go to this Show's Page
Favorite Show Add to Schedule Ticket Options Quantity Purchase So Bright, the Night 08/06 8:30 PM The Southern Theater
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Tapeze - a la seconde
By: Twin Cities Trapeze
Venue: The Southern Theater 08/06 10:00 PM
Description: An joyful spectacle where every step defies gravity. A circus of rhythm and movement - join us where tap dancing meets the sky. Go to this Show's Page
Favorite Show Add to Schedule Ticket Options Quantity Purchase Tapeze - a la seconde 08/06 BFF 10:00 PM The Southern Theater




