What Shows Does Cross Community Players Put On and How Can You Attend?
Cross Community Players (CCP) is a community musical theater group based in the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities (Minneapolis–St. Paul, Minnesota). Its season mixes full musical productions with an annual concert, and most performances take place at the Town Green Amphitheater in Maple Grove. The main ways to take part are attending a show, auditioning, volunteering, or renting from the Costume Center. Below is what is currently announced and what you need to know to attend.
What's in the current season
| Event | When | Where | Tickets / Admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2026 Concert | Sunday, October 4 at 2:30 pm | Town Green Amphitheater, Maple Grove | No tickets required; suggested freewill donation of $20 |
| Winter 2027 show | Winter 2027 | To be announced | Performance and audition info posted November 1, 2026 |
| Summer 2027: Guys and Dolls | June 2027 | Town Green Amphitheater, Maple Grove | Tickets available about 60 days before opening |
Fall 2026 Concert
The annual fall concert is a celebration of music and memories, featuring favorite songs from the past 15 years of CCP productions performed by alumni and friends. It's held outdoors under the autumn sky at the Town Green Amphitheater.
- Date and time: Sunday, October 4 at 2:30 pm
- Location: Town Green Amphitheater in Maple Grove
- Admission: No tickets required. A suggested freewill donation of $20 is greatly appreciated.
- Weather note: If there is inclement weather, CCP will announce an alternative venue.
Summer 2027: Guys and Dolls
For the first time in its history, CCP is staging Guys and Dolls — a Broadway golden-age romantic comedy known for its songs, colorful characters, and dance numbers. Performances are in June 2027 at the Town Green Amphitheater in Maple Grove. Tickets go on sale approximately 60 days before the show opens, so watch for the on-sale date in spring 2027.
Winter 2027
CCP has confirmed a winter show but has not yet released details. Complete performance and audition information will be posted on November 1, 2026.
How to attend
- Check the show page for the event you want. Each production has its own performance information and ticket link.
- For ticketed shows (like Guys and Dolls): buy online once tickets open, roughly 60 days before opening night.
- For the fall concert: just show up — no ticket needed. Bring a freewill donation if you'd like to support CCP.
- Watch the weather for outdoor shows. Town Green Amphitheater performances are outdoors; CCP announces an alternative venue if weather turns bad.
Other ways to get involved
- Auditions: Audition information is posted alongside each production's performance details. Winter 2027 audition info arrives November 1, 2026.
- Volunteering: CCP invites people to volunteer their time and talents to join its artistic family.
- Costume Center: You can rent from CCP's costume and prop inventory for your own event.
- Community support: At all performances, auditions, and activities, CCP collects non-perishable food items and school supplies for CROSS Services. Bringing a donation is an easy way to support the charitable side of its mission.
Quick answers
- Where are shows held? Primarily the Town Green Amphitheater in Maple Grove, in the Twin Cities northwest suburbs.
- Do I need tickets? The fall concert does not require tickets; ticketed productions like Guys and Dolls sell online starting about 60 days before opening.
- How much does it cost? The fall concert is free to attend with a suggested $20 donation. Ticket prices for other shows are not listed here.
- When is the next announcement? November 1, 2026, for the Winter 2027 show's performance and audition details.