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Next to Normal – A Pulitzer Prize-Winning Musical

Sat, Jun 21

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Vermilion Fine Arts Theater

The Northern Lakes Arts Association presents Next to Normal, the Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical that takes an unflinching look at mental health, family, and resilience. Follow Diana Goodman, a mother and her family as they navigate love, loss, and healing.

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Next to Normal – A Pulitzer Prize-Winning Musical
Next to Normal – A Pulitzer Prize-Winning Musical

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Jun 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, 1900 E Camp St, Ely, MN 55731, USA

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Next to Normal – A Pulitzer Prize-Winning Musical


 Northern Lakes Arts Association invites you to experience the unforgettable: Next to Normal, a groundbreaking musical that redefined modern theater and challenges us to confront life’s most complex questions.


At the heart of Next to Normal is a deeply personal yet universal story about the resilience of the human spirit. Following Diana Goodman, a mother battling bipolar disorder, and her family, this Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece delves into the raw reality of mental health, grief, and healing. It is an intimate exploration of love, vulnerability, and the strength that emerges when we face our darkest moments.

This electrifying production is a cornerstone of NLAA’s 2025 season, Together We Rise. The season celebrates the power of hope, the courage to persevere, and the connections that lift us. Next to Normal exemplifies this theme by reminding us that even in the darkest times, we can find light—and…


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Northern Lakes Arts Association 

1900 East Camp Street, Ely, Mn 55731
218-235-9937
Contact@NorthernLakesArts.Org
EIN: 36-3485240

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