Lakeshore Players Theatre holds a highly regarded 10-minute play writing contest. Both novice and published playwrights from around the world submit new works with the 10 best picked for performance. See what all the fun is about, as directors and actors from across the Twin Cities debut new works on the Lakeshore stage. All 10 plays will be performed at every show. (Content varies; some plays may not be suitable for younger audiences.) June 4 is a pay-what-you-can performance and preview. $16 general admission; $14 seniors and students. Wednesday–Friday 7:30 p.m.; Sunday 2 p.m. Lakeshore Players Theatre, 4820 Stewart Ave., White Bear Lake; 651.429.5674; lakeshoreplayers.com