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Weekend Showcase

Champlin Park Theatre Presents ‘Dragons Love Tacos’ Feb. 6-8  |  January 31, 2025

An energetic, kid-friendly production is coming to Champlin Park High School next weekend. "Dragons Love Tacos" is a show inspired by a popular children's book. As of this week, the CPHS student actors are still taking notes from their director that will eventually translate to the stage.  Student actor Jonas Bingen, who plays one of the dragons, said all the work is worth it. Oftentimes, CPHS Theatre puts on classic shows like "The Music Man". This one's a little different, but Bingen said putting on a sillier, more… Read More

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