2025 Broadway in the Boundary Waters Season:

Upcoming Shows:

Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical

When: March 27 - April 3
Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, Ely, Mn
Auditions: January 28 5 PM to 10 PM
Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, Ely, Mn

Sponsored by Ely Family Dental and the Vermilion Campus Foundation

Get ready to be mesmerized by Matilda The Musical, the award-winning adaptation of Roald Dahl's beloved classic! Join Matilda Wormwood, an extraordinary young girl with a brilliant mind and astonishing powers, as she takes on the challenges in her life with courage, wit, and resilience. With unforgettable music by Tim Minchin, this enchanting production is perfect for families and theater lovers of all ages.

Why You Can’t Miss Matilda The Musical:

Award-Winning Performance: An acclaimed adaptation of Roald Dahl’s timeless story.
Inspiring and Empowering: Follow Matilda's journey of empowerment and resilience.
Family-Friendly Entertainment: A perfect outing for audiences of all ages.
Unforgettable Music: Featuring songs that will stay with you long after the curtain falls.

Tickets go on sale 2/1/24

Next To Normal

When: June 18 - June 29
Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, Ely, Mn
Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, Ely, Mn

Sponsored by Angel and Jeff Carradus

Next to Normal is a heart-wrenching and electrifying rock musical that shatters the stigma of mental illness and explores the raw complexities of love, loss, and resilience. Winner of three Tony Awards and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this groundbreaking show dives deep into the struggles of a suburban family as they navigate the ripple effects of bipolar disorder and unspoken grief.

At the center of the story is Diana Goodman, a mother battling the relentless highs and lows of her condition, desperate to hold onto the fragments of a life she once knew. Her husband, Dan, fights to be the rock of the family, even as he’s haunted by a past he can’t escape. Their daughter, Natalie, craves normalcy and recognition in a home overshadowed by chaos. And their son—well, he’s always there. As Diana cycles through treatments and memories, the lines between reality and delusion blur, forcing the Goodmans to confront painful truths about themselves and each other.

With a soaring, emotionally charged score and a book that balances heartbreak with humor, Next to Normal is more than a musical—it’s an experience. It’s a poignant reminder that even in the darkest moments, love and connection can light the way. A story of survival, hope, and the courage to face the unknown, Next to Normal is a must-see theatrical event that leaves audiences breathless and forever changed.

13 The Musical Jr.

When: July 5th
Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, Ely, Mn
Auditions: During the Northern Lakes Theater Camp
Sponsored by Angel and Jeff Carradus

13: The Musical JR. is a high-energy, hilarious, and heartfelt coming-of-age story packed with unforgettable characters, catchy pop-rock songs, and the universal struggles of being thirteen. This Broadway hit, adapted for young performers, is a celebration of friendship, identity, and finding your place in the world—all set to an electrifying score by Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown.

Evan Goldman is about to turn thirteen, and life is anything but simple. Uprooted from his fast-paced New York City life after his parents’ divorce, he’s forced to move to a sleepy town in Indiana—right before his big bar mitzvah. Desperate to fit in, Evan navigates the unpredictable world of middle school cliques, crushes, and social minefields, quickly learning that popularity comes with a price.

From the cool kids to the misfits, Evan must decide who his real friends are and what kind of person he wants to be. Will he throw the ultimate party to impress the crowd, or will he stand by the ones who truly have his back? With humor, heart, and a rockin’ score, 13: The Musical JR. perfectly captures the highs and lows of growing up—proving that no matter where you are, you’re never alone in the journey.

Fun, fast-paced, and full of charm, 13: The Musical JR. is the perfect show for young performers and audiences alike, reminding us all that the choices we make at thirteen can shape who we become.

Sister Act

When: July 17 - July 27

Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, Ely, Mn

Sponsored by Angel and Jeff Carradus

Sister Act: The Musical is a feel-good, powerhouse production packed with dazzling disco-inspired music, high-energy dance numbers, and an uplifting story about friendship, faith, and finding your voice. Based on the hit film starring Whoopi Goldberg, this Tony-nominated musical delivers comedy, heart, and soul with an unforgettable score by the legendary Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, Little Mermaid, Newsies).

When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she’s forced to hide in the last place anyone would think to look—a convent. Trading in her sequins for a habit, Deloris struggles to fit into the strict world of the nuns, but when she takes charge of their struggling choir, everything changes. With her infectious energy and show-stopping vocals, Deloris transforms the tone-deaf sisters into a sensational singing group, breathing new life into the church and attracting unexpected attention. But as her past catches up to her, Deloris must decide if she’ll stay and embrace the sisterhood she never knew she needed.

Filled with laughter, love, and roof-raising gospel-funk numbers, Sister Act is a joyous celebration of music and unity. A story about stepping into your power and lifting others up along the way, this show is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will have audiences clapping, cheering, and singing along all the way home!

Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical

When: August 1 and 2
Where: Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, Ely, Mn