Commonweal Theatre Company, Professional theater company in Lanesboro, Minnesota, United States.
Commonweal Theatre Company is a theater ensemble in Lanesboro that presents five productions per season in a venue with about 200 seats. The program includes classic, contemporary, and new works by various playwrights.
The company was founded in 1989 by Eric Bunge, Scott Olson, and Scott Putman, beginning with an eleven-week season. From this modest start, it grew into the established ensemble that continues to operate in the town today.
The resident ensemble consists of theater professionals who live and work in Lanesboro, taking on both artistic and administrative roles within the company. This setup creates a close relationship between the performers and the local community.
Performances run Thursday through Saturday evenings with Sunday matinees, with additional Monday shows during summer and fall. Visitors should check the schedule in advance since performance days vary by season.
The theater building's exterior was designed by Minnesota artist Karl Unnasch to resemble three traditional Lanesboro storefronts. This design blends the town's history with its role as a cultural venue today.
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