# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Theater of Public Policy: Around the World in 80 Minutes (-ish) - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Global experts Mary Curtin, Thomas Hanson, and Arshad Mohammed join Tane Danger for an evening of international insights and improv comedy!About this EventIf you’ve read the news in the past several months, it might seem like the world is on fire.In this rendition of The Theater of Public Policy, we’ll chat with diplomats and policy experts about the state of global affairs, and why so many people seem to be having them.During an onstage conversation, we’ll dive into the war in Iran, America’s place on the global stage, and the non-zero chance that our next Secretary of State will be an AI-generated chat bot. Afterwards, some of the funniest improvisers in Minnesota will perform unique, spontaneous comedy scenes about these international insights!It’s a one-of-a-kind combination of real analysis and real laughter that you won’t want to miss. Reserve your tickets today!What is the Theater of Public Policy (T2P2)?A civic comedy institution is returning at a moment when people are overwhelmed by serious issues and exhausted by bad public conversation. The Theater of Public Policy (T2P2) uses humor to take the pressure off of serious conversations, sparking real conversation and helping audiences see issues in new ways.Here’s how it works:Shows open with a lively conversation with a newsmaker or policy wonk.That conversation inspires a team of Minnesota’s most talented improvisers, who create entirely spontaneous sketches based on the interview.The expert guest then answers questions from the audience.The show wraps with one last round of improv from the cast.It’s a totally unique blend of learning and laughter — and each show only happens once. Seeing is believing, so get your tickets to the next T2P2 show today! - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/minneapolis/the-theater-of-public-policy-around-the-world-in-80-minutes-ish/100001991596679280 - **Event Categories**: comedy, art, theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-08-25T23:30:00Z - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Mixed Blood Theatre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 16.35, max: 16.35, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Minneapolis - **state**: MN - **country**: United States - **location**: Mixed Blood Theatre - **lat**: 44.970849 - **long**: -93.2493193 - **full address**: Mixed Blood Theatre, 1501 South 4th Street, Minneapolis, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Theater of Public Policy: Around the World in 80 Minutes (-ish) - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/1a5a21614d3de21a55bb05784de701c7ffe65f6a32d69578a7e486031c351366-rimg-w1200-h600-dc130f1d-gmir.jpg?v=1782357502 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Theater of Public Policy: Around the World in 80 Minutes (-ish) being held? - **A:** The Theater of Public Policy: Around the World in 80 Minutes (-ish) takes place on Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 08:30 pm at Mixed Blood Theatre, 1501 South 4th Street, Minneapolis, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Theater of Public Policy: Around the World in 80 Minutes (-ish)? - **A:** The Theater of Public Policy: Around the World in 80 Minutes (-ish) is organized by Danger Boat Productions. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Theater of Public Policy: Around the World in 80 Minutes (-ish) is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Minneapolis, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Educate. Entertain.Danger Boat Productions is a Minnesota-based creative engagement company that uses \"thinky fun\" to help people make sense of complicated ideas and one another. Since 2011, we have used the power of improvisational comedy to build more connected and creative communities, transforming dense subject matter into approachable, human experiences.Our Workshop ExpertiseWhile we are well-known for our flagship show, The Theater of Public Policy, and our statewide Sketches of Minnesota tour, we specialize in translating improv techniques into professional tools for the real world. Our workshop curriculum is built on high-level partnerships and research-backed methods:Constructive Dialogue:Developed in partnership with theUniversity of Minnesota’s Humphrey School of Public Affairs, this curriculum teaches participants how to \"listen across difference\" and navigate difficult conversations without fear.Institutional Credentials:Our work is trusted by major civic and medical institutions. Co-founder Tane Danger serves as the first-ever Artist in Residence for the Mayo Clinic’s Center for Humanities in Medicine, where he trains medical professionals to communicate with deeper empathy and intention.Collaboration & Leadership:From \"Yes, And\" for teams to \"Making Complexity Simple,\" our sessions provide a low-pressure, high-fun environment where enthusiasts and skeptics alike can boost their communication and creativity.Whether we are performing for a theater of hundreds or facilitating a workshop for a team of ten, our mission remains the same: to spark meaningful connection through inclusive humor, curiosity, and care." } ] } ] ```