Current & Upcoming Events
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SHOW INFORMATION
An Evening in the Shire
A special fundraiser for the Zephyr featuring an exclusive early showcase of "The Hobbit"!
You are cordially invited to:
"AN EVENING IN THE SHIRE"
A special fundraising adventure for The Zephyr Theatre! Because of you, the Zephyr is growing. Join us in this great opportunity to help grow the team and the tools needed to keep EDUCATING, CONNECTING, and INSPIRING our community!
In honor of our summer production of The Hobbit, we are transforming the orchard into a celebration of Middle-earth!!!
What to Expect:
Showcase Scene! First Sneak-Peak: See the cast perform a fully staged showcase of Scene 1 from The Hobbit
Complimentary Food Item + Beverage per ticket (thanks to Aamodt’s Apple Farm, Thor’s Hard Cider, and Saint Croix Vineyards)
20% discount on your ticket to one performance of The Hobbit this summer and your name highlighted in The Hobbit program
Raffle drawing for a special Hobbit basket to enjoy at The Hobbit (please bring cash or check to enter)
Donation Photo Op with the cast of The Hobbit taken by a photographer
Fund-a-need with the Zephyr
Last Hero Game
Live shire music and mingling!
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Fundraiser Date: Saturday, June 6th, 2026 (one night only)
Event Start Time: 7:00 P.M.
Location: Aamodt’s Apple Farm 6428 Manning Ave N, Stillwater, MN 55082
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Tickets on sale now!!!
The Hobbit
(Outdoor show)
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Bilbo Baggins would much rather be sitting in his cozy Hobbit Hole with a cup of tea and a plate of bacon and eggs. But when the Wizard Gandalf arrives at his door, this little Hobbit embarks on a magical adventure.
Show Dates:
July 23-26 & July 30-August 2
Location:
Aamodt’s Apple Farm & Saint Croix Vineyard 6428 Manning Ave N, Stillwater, MN 55082
More information to follow!
The Zephyr Theatre’s 9th Annual Haunted History Trolley Tour!
The 8th straight year running!
On a dark and eerie evening, you leisurely board your trolley to tour one of the oldest cities in Minnesota. But this tour goes downhill quickly when uninvited characters begin boarding. Traveling to areas of Stillwater's haunted past, ghosts wander onto the trolley bringing these stories to life - creepy characters telling their own true horror stories of Stillwater long ago!!!
Coming October of 2026
More information coming this summer!
The Big Holiday Stillwater Sing
If you’re looking for an event that’s guaranteed to put you in a holiday mood, you won’t want to miss The Big Stillwater Holiday Sing. Host Dan Chouinard presents a special holiday singalong that is sure to warm your heart and raise your spirits.
With guest appearances from local artists.
Coming December of 2026
More information coming this fall!
“A Very Good Christmas Carol”
Back by popular demand!
Two Dickensian orphans present their own version of “A Christmas Carol.” They’ve only got each other and a handful of props, and with their fingers going numb, they might need some help! What could possibly go wrong? Come for a fresh, madcap take on a heartwarming classic, stay for the never-ending thrill of audience participation!
Show Dates: December 16th-20th, 2026
Location: The Grand Banquet Hall 301 2nd St S, Stillwater, MN 55082
More information coming this fall!
THE ZEPHYR IN YOUR SCHOOL
Zephyr Theatre In School Educational Programs build confidence and promote Social-Emotional Learning in students of all ages! Whether your student is enrolled in public school, private school, or receives their education at home, we have programs that are accessible and right for your family.
As each student works toward achieving their developmental milestones, we’ll encourage them to explore the joys of storytelling through collaboration, movement, and song. In our classes, we will build stories together, emphasizing the importance of connection and relationships. In our student productions, we will bring characters to life studying language, music, and choreography. All of our programs will focus on strengthening each student’s large and fine motor skills, creativity, empathy, communication, and collaboration.
ZEPHYR PERFORMING ARTS TRAINING (ZPAT)
The Zephyr Theatre is proud to host programs and opportunities for young performers with any degree of theatrical experience. From storytelling classes for kindergarteners, dance classes for elementary school students, or acting intensive workshops for those in high school, our programs aim to inspire, support, and challenge those seeking to grow in the theatrical arts. Simultaneously, our classes and productions are tailored to meet the developmental needs of each specific age group. Combined with exciting training in the performing arts, these programs focus on helping students gain the crucial social and emotional skills required to grow and succeed onstage, in life, and in the classroom.
Education
Mission
We strive to educate, connect, and inspire a vibrant community through live theatrical arts in the St Croix Valley.
