Little Women: The Broadway Musical

November 7-8, 7:30 pm; November 9, 2:00 pm
(Martin Luther College Auditorium)

Pre-show Talk: Sunday, November 9, 12:30 pm
(Martin Luther College Cafeteria)

Please also join us for an enriching pre-show talk on “Louisa’s Legacy: Little Women in Story and Song.” led by MLC English professor, Paul Grubbs. This discussion will be from 12:30-1:30 pm on Sunday, November 9th in MLC’s Cafeteria (elevator available). 

Grow alongside Louisa May Alcott’s little pilgrims as they wrestle with their inner vanities and seek contentment and joy in a simple life well-lived. The March sisters—Jo, Meg, Amy, and Beth—are poor in material comforts but rich in imagination, home life, and spiritual depth. In her book Little Women, Alcott invites us into their warm, nostalgic home where we battle imaginary villains with Jo, witness the foibles of Meg’s early married life, struggle with Amy as she learns to care more for virtue than vanity, and share in Beth’s tears as she embraces her unique story. Little Women: The Broadway Musical captures the charm of this tender family, focusing on the story of Jo. As the oldest, she is the captain of this merry band of childhood adventurers, but as her sisters and friends grow and change around her, she clings tightly to her childhood dreams. Will she discover her true path? Experience the warmth and joy of this beloved story, complete with tender moments, dramatic swordplay, and captivating music that will transport you and encourage you in your own pilgrimage home.

BOX OFFICE: Our box office will also be open Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 am- Noon and 4-6 pm, starting Tuesday, October 7.

Please feel free to call (507-233-9114), email (mlcforum@mlc-wels.edu), or stop by, and one of our staff or volunteers would be happy to assist you during our regular business hours.

TICKET PRICES:

Reserved seating ticket prices are

  • $13 for adults
  • $10 for seniors (65+) and minors
  • $6 for college students (with student ID)

If purchased at the door, tickets are

  • $15 for adults
  • $12 for seniors (65+) and minors
  • $8 for college students (with student ID)
CLICK HERE to Order Tickets Online

NEW! Scheduled Virtual Stream

New this year, MLC Forum is offering scheduled streaming of “Little Women: The Broadway Musical” direct to your home! This Thanksgiving, we invite you to start a new holiday tradition. Get cozy with family and friends and enjoy this timeless classic. Scheduled virtual streaming is presented through Cur8.com, made possible by a special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Scheduled Steaming Dates: November 21st-23rd and Thanksgiving Weekend!

  • Friday, November 21, 7pm (CST)
  • Saturday, November 22, 7pm (CST)
  • Sunday, November 23, 7pm (CST)
  • Thanksgiving Thursday, November 27, 7pm (CST)
  • Friday, November 28, 7pm (CST)
  • Saturday, November 29, 7pm (CST)
  • Sunday, November 30, 7 pm (CST)

CLICK HERE to Order Streaming Tickets Online

FAQs for Streaming

Not exactly. This is a scheduled stream, not “on demand.” That means you purchase a ticket to a specific scheduled stream day and time, just like purchasing a ticket to a live performance. At that specific time, the video will stream. Just like in a live performance, there is NO PAUSE, except for INTERMISSION.

  1. Go to MLC’s landing page with Cur8.com
  2. Click “Rent Stream”
  3. Pick the date you want to stream and check out

You will be emailed a link and access code to access the stream on the date and time you selected.

  1. Confirm that emails from Cur8.com have not gone into your junk or spam folder. 
  2. If you still do not see it, email us, and we will follow-up with you. 

I Have a Bad Feeling About This(mas)

December 6th, 7:30 PM; December 7th, 2:00 PM 

(Martin Luther College Auditorium)

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with mayhem, mistletoe, and sketch comedy! This year’s one-acts take you on a whirlwind adventure through the unexpected and absurd realms of speed dating and holiday pandemonium, featuring outrageous characters in hilariously unpredictable situations. Ever wonder how awkward speed dating can get? In Speed Dating and Light Sabers, Kamron Klitgaard cranks up the absurdity, introducing a cast of off-the-wall characters that will leave you in stitches. And it doesn’t stop there! Dive into the festive chaos with Don Zolidis’ Seven Ways to Survive the Holidays, an entertaining romp through navigating the frenzy of the holiday season. From embarrassing family photo shoots to the madness of holiday travel, Zolidis satirizes the relatable–and often ridiculous–pitfalls we encounter. This comical night of sketch comedy promises to deliver a good time and endless laughs!

Tickets ($5 for all attendees) will be sold at the door only, beginning 30 minutes before each show time. 

Murder on the Orient Express

February 27-28th, 7:30 PM, March 1st, 2:00 PM
(Martin Luther College Auditorium)

Welcome aboard the majestic Orient Express. This historic luxury train of continental Europe serves as the thrilling backdrop for Agatha Christie’s most famous mystery novel. “It is not a mere train that will carry you tonight, it is a legend.” It is the winter of 1934, and a fierce storm halts the Orient Express dead in its tracks. When the passengers discover a guest murdered on board, it falls to the brilliant Hercule Poirot to solve the case before time runs out. This new adaptation by Ken Ludwig, one of the world’s premier playwrights, remains true to Christie’s beloved novel while staging a transporting tale featuring memorable characters, thrilling pacing, and an ending that leaves you wanting more. Join us as we bring to life “the most highly produced comedy mystery in the world.” Your seat awaits!

Reserved ticketing will be available. Please check back in January 2026 for additional details. Tickets will also be sold at the door. 

The BFG

May 2, 3:00 & 7:00 PM
(Martin Luther College Auditorium)

It’s Sophie’s special day, but the birthday entertainer is sick, and Sophie and her friends must make their own fun. Thus begins David Wood’s—the UK’s National Children’s Dramatist—adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The BFG. Dahl is considered one of the most colorful and playful of children’s writers. His beloved story of Sophie and her unlikely friend has enthralled and entertained children for over forty years with its lighthearted humor, whimsical fantasy, and bone-chilling comedy.

On a mysterious night, Sophie is unexpectedly whisked away from her cozy bed by a towering giant. Her fears quickly disappear as she befriends this kind colossus who eats snozzcumbers and speaks in squiff-squiddles. Unfortunately, lurking in Giant Country are other, far more terrifying giants with a taste for human beans! It’s up to Sophie and her newfound friend, the BFG, to devise a daring plan to outsmart these dangerous beasts before it’s too late. David Wood’s masterful adaptation celebrates the beauty of imaginative play while encouraging children to bravely face their fears—even bone-crunching giants—with the aid of unexpected friends. We hope you come and join us for a glumptiously glummy good time!

Reserved ticketing will be available. Please check back in February 2026 for additional details. Tickets will also be sold at the door. 

School performances take place during the day on April 30th and May 1st and are $5 for all attendees. Forum will be contacting all past schools and groups in the beginning of February to coordinate group ticketing. If you are a new school or homeschool group interested in attending, please contact us at mlcforum@mlc-wels.edu to inquire about seating availability.