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Winona's Community theatre group, producing new plays of historical and local interest, as well as old favorites.

10/27/2026

1950s Murder Mystery: Who Done It?

Step into the 1950s for an evening of mystery, mayhem, and murder!
A crime has been committed at The ARC, and we need detectives to solve it! Interview suspects, separate fact from fiction, and uncover who did it, what they used, and why.

Play your way! Come as a group and team up with your fellow detectives, or fly solo and put your own sleuthing skills to the test. WE will provide you with some starter questions, but don’t be afraid to go off script and ask your own!

Prizes will be awarded to our best sleuths, so bring your detective A-game!
Dress the part! 1950s attire, private investigator looks, and detective costumes are encouraged but not required.

Date: Friday, November 13th
Doors Open: 6:30 p.m.
Murder Mystery Begins: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The ARC: Home of the Historic Masonic Theatre (255 Main Street Winona, MN 55987)
Tickets: pre-sale $30 | $40 at the Door
Purchase In Person at The ARC: Tue-Thurs 11am-3pm
or online at https://tdmwinona.org/calendar/1950smm
Light refreshments & cash bar available

Best of all, this is a fundraiser, so you’ll be having a great time while supporting a wonderful cause!

Grab your magnifying glass, gather your crew, or come solo, and get ready for an evening of mystery, laughter, and murder!

Can you figure out… WHO DONE IT?

10/25/2026

Don’t mind us, we’re just having a Spooktacular (and fun) time Winona Public Library sharing Gothic Horror Stories.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, patrons, our cast, crew, friends of the library, and library staff! We couldn’t do it without you!

10/22/2026

Gothic Readings

Join Theatre du Mississippi and the Friends of the Winona Public Library for an evening of spine‑tingling stories during Gothic Readings, held on Saturday, October 24th at 7:00 PM in the Winona Public Library!

Experience a curated selection of eerie, atmospheric literature brought to life by local performers. Whether you love classic gothic tales or simply enjoy a good shiver, this event promises an unforgettable night.

Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door.
Purchase tickets at https://winona.lib.mn.us/event/gothic-readings/.

Doors will open at 6pm with a historic tour of the library being offered at 6:15pm and ending at 6:45pm. Guests will enjoy a light beverage and snack available before the program begins and during intermission.

10/01/2026

Get ready for an exciting season of laughter, creativity, mystery, and holiday magic with Theatre du Mississippi! We invite you to join us for any and all of our amazing upcoming events, with something for everyone to enjoy. Try your hand at improv, step into the spotlight at our radio show auditions, get delightfully spooked with Gothic Horror Stories, put your detective skills to the test at a 1950s murder mystery!

Improv
Thursday, October 8th 6:30 pm @ Peter’s Biergarten - https://www.facebook.com/share/1Jf8SXPkFq/
The host will guide you through fun games and challenges! Jump in and play or sit back and enjoy the hilarity. No preparation needed! Show up and have a great time!

Radio Show Auditions - https://www.facebook.com/share/1C35zJ1ynU/
Tuesday & Wednesday October 20th & 21st
5 pm - 7 pm @ The ARC (255 Main Street)
No experience or preparation is needed to audition! This is a fun, low-stakes opportunity to be part of the holiday magic, perfect show for new and seasoned performers!

Gothic Horror Stories - https://www.facebook.com/share/1C6weu3Mit/
Saturday, October 24th @ Winona County Library
Doors at 6:30 pm | Readings at 7 pm
Step into the shadows for an evening of eerie tales, chilling atmosphere, and delightfully dark Gothic horror. A spine-tingling night you won’t want to miss.

1950s Murder Mystery - https://www.facebook.com/share/1D7xmRU2Gf/
Friday, November 13th @ The ARC (255 Main Street)
Doors at 6:30 pm | Mystery at 7 pm
Step into the intrigue of our interactive Murder Mystery, where you’ll mingle, sip, and sleuth your way through an evening of suspense and fun.

Save the dates and experience an unforgettable adult variety show, and celebrate the season with our festive Christmas Radio Show.

Lustrous Lights
Friday, December 4th @ No Name Bar
Doors at 7:30 pm | Show at 8 pm
Adult Variety Show! Enjoy cabaret, drag, burlesque, pole, and more as talented performers bring creativity, humor, and flair to the stage!

Christmas Radio Show
Dec 10, 11, 12 at 7pm | Dec 13 at 2pm @ The ARC (255 Main Street)
Join us for an evening of lighthearted Christmas fun, featuring beloved Christmas carols, plenty of comedy, a talent show, and heartwarming moments to put you in the holiday spirit! A Prairie Home Companion-style production.

Perform, discover, or simply enjoy a great night out! Come join the fun!

09/03/2026

POSTPONED Until Friday, November 13th

Get your tickets now for Theatre du Mississippi's 1950s Murder Mystery: Who Done It?

Step into the 1950s for an evening of mystery, mayhem, and murder!
A crime has been committed at The ARC, and we need detectives to solve it! Interview suspects, separate fact from fiction, and uncover who did it, what they used, and why.

Play your way! Come as a group and team up with your fellow detectives, or fly solo and put your own sleuthing skills to the test. WE will provide you with some starter questions, but don’t be afraid to go off script and ask your own!

Prizes will be awarded to our best sleuths, so bring your detective A-game!
Dress the part! 1950s attire, private investigator looks, and detective costumes are encouraged but not required.

Date: Saturday, September 12th
Doors Open: 6:30 p.m.
Murder Mystery Begins: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The ARC: Home of the Historic Masonic Theatre (255 Main Street Winona, MN 55987)
Tickets: pre-sale $30 | $40 at the Door
Purchase In Person at The ARC: Tue-Thurs 11am-3pm
or online at https://tdmwinona.org/calendar/1950smm
Light refreshments & cash bar available

Best of all, this is a fundraiser, so you’ll be having a great time while supporting a wonderful cause!

Grab your magnifying glass, gather your crew, or come solo, and get ready for an evening of mystery, laughter, and murder!
Can you figure out… WHO DONE IT?

09/02/2026

POSTPONED Until Friday, November 13th

1950s Murder Mystery: Who Done It?

Step into the 1950s for an evening of mystery, mayhem, and murder!
A crime has been committed at The ARC, and we need detectives to solve it! Interview suspects, separate fact from fiction, and uncover who did it, what they used, and why.

Play your way! Come as a group and team up with your fellow detectives, or fly solo and put your own sleuthing skills to the test. WE will provide you with some starter questions, but don’t be afraid to go off script and ask your own!

Prizes will be awarded to our best sleuths, so bring your detective A-game!
Dress the part! 1950s attire, private investigator looks, and detective costumes are encouraged but not required.

Date: Saturday, September 12th
Doors Open: 6:30 p.m.
Murder Mystery Begins: 7:00 p.m.
Location: The ARC: Home of the Historic Masonic Theatre (255 Main Street Winona, MN 55987)
Tickets: pre-sale $30 | $40 at the Door
Purchase In Person at The ARC: Tue-Thurs 11am-3pm
or online at https://tdmwinona.org/calendar/1950smm
Light refreshments & cash bar available

Best of all, this is a fundraiser, so you’ll be having a great time while supporting a wonderful cause!

Grab your magnifying glass, gather your crew, or come solo, and get ready for an evening of mystery, laughter, and murder!

Can you figure out… WHO DONE IT?

08/06/2026

Calling All Performers! Lustrous Lights applications are OPEN!

This variety show is focused on showcasing Winona local and regional talent. Highlighting experienced performers as well as newcomers! We've had a mixture of cabaret, dance, drage, burlesque, pole, and more!

We celebrate and encourage performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, sizes, sexual orientations, backgrounds, and lived experiences to apply!

We are officially accepting applications for our upcoming Lustrous Lights performance to take place Friday, December 4th!
Applications close Sunday, September 13th at 11:59pm
Casting will happen Monday, October 12th
Location is No Name Bar in Winona, MN

Additional details are in the application form!

Photography by Sydney Swanson at InSite Arts and Healing

07/03/2026

✨ Thank You! ✨

A huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our last Lustrous Lights Show!

To our incredible cast and dedicated crew! Your talent, hard work, and passion brought this show to life. We couldn't have done it without each and every one of you.

Thank you to everyone who came out to support us. Your energy, cheers, and enthusiasm made the night truly unforgettable.

A special thank you to Name Bar for hosting us, to our amazing sponsors, Perception Body and Pole, Perennial Tattoo, and Computer Docs for believing in our vision, our Photographer, Sydney Swanson at InSite Arts and
Healing and to everyone who helped behind the scenes to make this event possible.

We're so grateful for this wonderful community and all the support you've shown.
Until next time!

06/29/2026

Ready to bring your stories to life on stage?

Whether you're a beginner, an experienced writer, or someone with a story to tell, our upcoming FREE/pay what you can playwriting workshops offer creative, practical, and inspiring ways to develop your voice and craft!

Diverse Character Creation (July 8th 7:30pm-8:30pm CST | Zoom)
Learn how to write diverse, authentic characters through ethical representation, research, and cultural consultation.
Zoom, Registration Required, Asynchronous Option Available.

Fundamentals of Playwriting (July 30th 7:30pm-8:30pm CST | Zoom)
Learn the core elements of playwriting, including character, conflict, and dramatic structure, through discussion and activities.
Zoom, Registration Required, Asynchronous Option Available.

Playwriting for Social Change (August 2nd 2pm-5pm CST | Zoom)
Explore Theatre for Social Change and collaboratively devise a short performance addressing a social issue.
Zoom, Registration Required, Asynchronous Option Available.

The Art of Listening (August 16th 2pm-5pm CST | Zoom)
Discover listening and play-based techniques to spark ideas, overcome writer’s block, and start writing with confidence.
Zoom, Registration Required, Asynchronous Option Available.

Creating a One Act (Thursdays September 24th - October 15th | Reading on November 12th). Winona, MN
Great writing takes practice! Learn the essentials of playwriting in a supportive, low-stress workshop focused on creativity, skill-building, and real progress! From page to stage.

Calendar to register:
https://tdmwinona.org/calendar?category=Playwriting+Workshop

For the zoom workshops you can live anywhere! We’ve had international people join us. For the creating a one act you must be in person in Winona, MN.

Address

Winona, MN
55987

Telephone

+15072187767

Website

http://tdmwinona.org/

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