An Evening With Mark Twain Tickets

Immerse yourself in the wit and wisdom of one of America's most iconic writers with An Evening With Mark Twain. This solo, spoken-word biographical performance draws from Mark Twain’s writings and lectures, with occasional passages from Hal Holbrook’s Mark Twain Tonight, performed with permission. In Minnesota, Don Shelby brings decades of journalism credibility and stage presence to the role, delivering a engaging, intimate portrait of Twain that blends storytelling, humor, and historical insight.

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Upcoming performances to watch for include the Minnesota production at Chanhassen Dinner Theatres starring Don Shelby, with dinner at 5:30 PM and the show at 7:30 PM on April 20, 2026. Other notable engagements have taken place in Casper, WY in 2025, where Rick Scheideman performed An Evening With Mark Twain at the Historic Bishop Home, followed by a Casper Country Club dinner and entertainment. For the latest tour updates, venue details, and social media links, keep this page bookmarked.