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Andrea Tonsfeldt

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Mission Theatre Company Presents the World Premiere of Modern Prophet

Exploring the Intersection of Destiny and Free Will

Minneapolis MN, September 24, 2013 - Mission Theatre Company (MTC) presents the world premiere of Modern Prophet, an original play by Sam Graber, October 17-26 at the Northwind Warehouse Lofts. Directed by Anneliese Stuht, Modern Prophet questions the nature of belief and explores the crossroads where destiny ends and human responsibility begins.

Against the backdrop of the Minnesota sand mining boom, an energy scavenger and his sister arrive at the river headwaters just east of Jordan. They soon learn they are not alone. A strange man roams the woods at night. He claims he carries the power of God. This mysterious outsider knows of their plans and where to find their perfect sand. But when the rain begins and the unlikely crew is stuck inside, true selves emerge and choices must be made. Will they find what they came for or something much more divine?

MTC chose to create this new work with Sam because we wanted to find a topic that was relevant to almost everyone. While this play lives in a Judeo-Christian context it isnt strictly religious. The concept of Free Will versus Destiny or what some call Gods Will is not new. We look forward to bringing to life unique spin that Sam devised. said Founding Artistic Director, Andrea Tonsfeldt. This production promises to be thought-provoking, humorous and engaging!

Other works by Sam Graber have been seen at the MN Shorts Festival (Mankato), Warner International Playwrights Festival (Torrington, CT) and coming soon to the Seven Collective TheaterLab in New York City. www.samgraber.com. Modern Prophet features Katie Willer as Josie, Aaron Konigsmark as Aram, Sadeeq Ali as Elijah and Maria Signorelli as Becky.

Tickets range from $15-30 and can be purchased at www.missiontheatrecompany.com or by calling 612.234.7168

What: Modern Prophet, a premiere play by Sam Graber presented by Mission Theatre Company

Where: Northwind Warehouse Lofts, 2400 N. 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55411

When: Preview Performance: October 17, 2013, 8pm

Opening Night: October 18, 2013, 8pm (reception to follow)

Performances: October 19-21 & 24-26 at 8pm

Cost:$15-30 (sliding scale)

About Mission Theatre Company:

Mission Theatre Company (MTC) is a theatre company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Originally created by theatre practitioner, Andrea Rose Tonsfeldt, the company has a growing group of contributors. Andrea created the company in 2008 as an outlet for her vision of producing theatre that is not only entertaining but evocative and explores issues relevant today.

MTCs recent Twin Cities productions include; A Midsummer Nights Dream at the Gremlin Theater and Desdemona: A Play About a Handkerchief at the JSB TekBox at The Cowles Center.