Rollicking! A Winter Carnival Musical

*Please note: this performance is currently waitlist only.

A gust of icy wind changes everything! Follow St. Paul’s own Clarence “Cap” Wigington and his wife Viola as their Winter Carnival ice palace design plunges them into the magical realm of King Boreas. They’ll encounter iconic Minnesota figures, from bygone poets to racing legends, all woven into the vibrant tapestry of the Carnival’s myth and history. Discover the strange, wonderful heart of a tradition built on resilience, imagination, and the enduring spirit of our snowy state. 

Content Warnings/Age Recommendations

This performance is recommended for all ages. 

Themes

• The Saint Paul Winter Carnival started in 1886, as a response to visitors who called Minnesota uninhabitable, due to the winter weather. This carnival has endured as an affirmation of a place and community. What are other examples of events that celebrate a place and community? 

• This show celebrates real-life architect Clarence “Cap” Wigington and his wife Viola. Viola was instrumental in guiding the success of Cap, and Cap’s design skills left an impact that lasts to this day. Who are real-life people that you’d like to see a show about? 

Accessibility

Many performance venues offer accessibility accommodations such as wheelchair seating, assistive listening, sensory ear plugs, ASL interpretation, open captioning, or audio description, among other options. These accommodations are specific to each event, and may not be available everywhere. When registering with us, please let us know what accommodations you need and we will follow up with you! 

Transportation

If you do not have access to a ride, call Project Success and we can provide transportation for you. Please let us know if you need a ride when you make your reservation. We will need at least 2 days’ notice to set up transportation. 

Additional Media

Here is a short biography of Clarence “Cap” Wigington