
Next to Normal – A Pulitzer Prize-Winning Musical - PAY WHAT YOU CAN NIGHT!
Sat, Jun 28
|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.


Time & Location
Jun 28, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Vermilion Fine Arts Theater, 1900 E Camp St, Ely, MN 55731, USA
About the event
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…
Tickets
General Admission
Pay What You Can Night – Theatre for Everyone Northern Lakes Arts Association believes that live theatre should be accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances. That’s why we are proud to offer Pay What You Can Nights—where you choose your ticket price based on what works for you.
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