Welcome
We are artists dedicated to raising awareness of social challenges through performance, education, and action, inspiring support for the work of reconciliation, restoration, and healing.
Our ability to offer low cost tickets for high quality performances depends entirely on the generosity of our donors. Every donation helps us bring stories to life that inspire action!
The Art of Reconciliation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Our Model
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The arts have a unique ability to stir up understanding and empathy as we witness someone else's story. We believe it is our responsibility to tell stories that challenge and inspire.
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performance
Both the creative team and the audience are given the opportunity to learn more from professionals working in the highlighted area of need to ensure we are responding in a way that is informed.
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For each show, we partner with an organization or individual in the highlighted area of need, allowing us to learn about and then support their work with our time, talent, and resources .
Summer 2025
This compelling tale of forgiveness and renewal based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's 1911 novel is reimagined in brilliant musical style by composer Lucy Simon and Marsha Norman. Orphaned in India, 11-year-old Mary Lennox returns to Yorkshire to live with her embittered, reclusive uncle Archibald and his bedridden son Colin. The garden serves as a place of healing and transformation for the characters in the story as they participate in the rebirth of spring. Presented in arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
This show is appropriate for all ages and will partner with Urban Roots, a Saint Paul organization whose mission is to cultivate and empower youth through nature, healthy food, and community. You can learn more about this incredible organization here.
Tickets are sliding scale, so you can choose a price point that fits your budget while supporting the performing arts in our community.
$20/$30/$40
July 17-19, 24-26 @ 7 pm, 20 & 27 @ 2 pm
Elision Playhouse, Crystal
Movement Classes
The art of the body
New this spring, The Art of the Body is a combination of breath and alignment work, somatic movement practices, and stylized dancing pulled from Katie Fischer's training as a somatic movement therapist, educator, and choreographer. All skill and experience levels are welcome and celebrated!
Sign up for 1 or 2 or the whole season!
$10/class (cash or Venmo).
The Art of Reconciliation Gallery
She loves me
Partner organization: Good Samaritan
anastasia
Partner organization: Minnesota Council of Churches Refugee Services
top of the world
top of the world
Cabaret for Women's Heart Health
Life in chaos
the art of giving cabaret
top of the world
Lexine Alpert's work with refugees abroad
the art of giving cabaret
the art of giving cabaret
the art of giving cabaret
The Art of Reconciliation Fundraiser
Little Shop of horrors
the art of giving cabaret
the art of giving cabaret
Partner organization: Missions Inc. Home Free Program
flight
daddy long legs
daddy long legs
Partner organization: The Dwelling Place
daddy long legs
daddy long legs
daddy long legs
Partner organization: Urban Ventures
jane eyre
daddy long legs
jane eyre
Partner organization: Hold Your Horses
About Us
Katie Fischer EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Katie Fischer EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Katie Fischer EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
MOVEMENT
Katie earned her BA in Theatre/Dance from Luther College in 2001. She then went on to become a Certified Somatic Movement Therapist and Educator through Moving On Center School for Participatory Arts and Research and Martha Eddy's Dynamic Embodiment Somatic Movement Therapy Training and completed her Master of Arts in Ministry Le
MOVEMENT
Katie earned her BA in Theatre/Dance from Luther College in 2001. She then went on to become a Certified Somatic Movement Therapist and Educator through Moving On Center School for Participatory Arts and Research and Martha Eddy's Dynamic Embodiment Somatic Movement Therapy Training and completed her Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership with a focus in Theological Studies at University of Northwestern. She has worked as a choreographer and director in the Twin Cities for over 20 years and spends most of her free time with her husband and their 4 daughters. Soli Deo gloria
kirsten hoiseth thayer
Katie Fischer EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
Katie Fischer EXECUTIVE & ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
VOICE
Kirsten earned her BA in vocal performance from Southern Louisiana University, and her Master's Degree in Vocal Performance from Rice University. From there, she was a Resident Artist with the Opera Institute at Boston University, and continued on to Virginia Opera for a year as a Resident Artist. She has performed with many opera
VOICE
Kirsten earned her BA in vocal performance from Southern Louisiana University, and her Master's Degree in Vocal Performance from Rice University. From there, she was a Resident Artist with the Opera Institute at Boston University, and continued on to Virginia Opera for a year as a Resident Artist. She has performed with many opera companies in the United States, most notably Chautauqua Opera, Opera in the Heights (Houston, TX), Virginia Opera, and Minnesota Opera. She was a music director at Blue Water Theatre Company from 2008-2022. She resides in Plymouth, MN where she maintains a private voice studio.
maureen o'Malley
timothy radermacher
timothy radermacher
SCENE
As a director with a focus on youth theatre, Maureen has worked with Blue Water Theatre Company, Stepping Stone Theatre, and Plymouth Middle School, as well as serving on the creative team for projects such as "Girlhood: A Half-Baked Jukebox Cabaret" at The Hive Collaborative. When she's not herding actors around the stage, Maureen
SCENE
As a director with a focus on youth theatre, Maureen has worked with Blue Water Theatre Company, Stepping Stone Theatre, and Plymouth Middle School, as well as serving on the creative team for projects such as "Girlhood: A Half-Baked Jukebox Cabaret" at The Hive Collaborative. When she's not herding actors around the stage, Maureen can be found being herded herself, performing with Theatre Elision, The Old Log, Lyric Arts, and Walking Shadow Theatre Company. Outside of the theatre, she's busy juggling too many hobbies for one singular person, including playing a wide range of instruments, writing, and loudly exclaiming, "Boy, I LOVE walks!" while going on said walks.
timothy radermacher
timothy radermacher
timothy radermacher
ORCHESTRA
Timothy earned his BA in Music Education from Luther College in 2018 and went on to become a band director, working with beginners, middle schoolers, and high schoolers. He currently works as an educational representative for Schmitt Music and spends much of his free time pursuing theatrical endeavors as an actor, writer, direct
ORCHESTRA
Timothy earned his BA in Music Education from Luther College in 2018 and went on to become a band director, working with beginners, middle schoolers, and high schoolers. He currently works as an educational representative for Schmitt Music and spends much of his free time pursuing theatrical endeavors as an actor, writer, director, and musician. Timothy is a recovering board game addict and is always looking for opportunities to relapse.
Contact Us
If you would like more information or are interested in contributing your time or talents both on and off stage, contact Katie Fischer at the email listed below.
