The Cream of Wheat Caper: A melodrama on the Red River

Schedule

Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sun, 23 Aug, 2026 at 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00
Location

Grand Forks County Historical Society | Grand Forks, ND

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About this Event

This comic performances is perfect for all ages. It is loosely based on characters from GF's history, such as Captain/Mayor Alexander Griggs, Cora Smith (Eaton), and Elizabeth Bull (Merrifield), the Cream of Wheat heiress. In the tradition of a melodrama, you are invited to "Boo!" the villain and cheer for the hero. You're also invited to sing along to popular songs from the 1800s such as "Coming Around the Mountain," "Bicycle Built for Two," and more!

Enjoy a beautiful summer's evening outside at the Myra Museum and let our talented cast transport you back to the 1890s in Grand Forks!

Running time is approx. 60 minutes.

Root beer and Coca Cola ice cream floats for purchase. Come early and explore the Myra Museum's historical sites.

This production is made possible by the City of GF Arts Re-grant program and support from the Community Foundation of GF, EGF, and Region, as well as Visit Greater Grand Forks.

*Ticket prices are the base fee which go to Theatre without Walls. There will be tax and handling fees required by Eventbrite, as well.


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Where is it happening?

Grand Forks County Historical Society, 2405 Belmont Road, Grand Forks, United States

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Tickets

USD 7.70 to USD 11.13

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