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Fox Cities P.A.C. To Participate In Overture Forum
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2021
On Thursday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m., leaders from Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton and Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee will join Madison's Overture Center in an Overture Forum to discuss how they are working together to address issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and extended closures, coordinate digital programming and promote the value of the arts statewide. 
Fox Cities P.A.C. Announces 2021-22 Broadway Across America – Fox Cities Series Lineup
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2021
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced the 2021-22 Broadway Across America – Fox Cities Series lineup. The season will include Mean Girls, Hairspray and the Wisconsin premieres of Disney's Frozen, and 2019 Tony Award-winning Best Musical Hadestown.
Peninsula Players Announces Artistic Director Greg Vinkler to Retire
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2021
When the theater's 2021 season comes to a close, Artistic Director Greg Vinkler will step down from administrative duties and retire. Linda Fortunato, a dedicated company member of 17 seasons at Peninsula Players, has been appointed associate artistic director and will work alongside Vinkler throughout the 2021 season.
Cast Announced For THE DUST OF DEATH Virtual Production
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2021
Peninsula Players Theatre has announced the cast for 'The Dust of Death,' an adaptation by Neil Brookshire of Fred Merrick White's science-fiction short story, 'The Dust of Death: The Story of the Great Plague of the Twentieth Century.'
Northern Sky Announces the Passing of Foundational Figure Neen Rock
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2021
Neen Rock, longtime production stage manager and designer at Northern Sky Theater, died unexpectedly on Sunday, January 3, 2021. The cause was a cerebral aneurysm. Neen worked at Northern Sky for over thirty years, and her contributions to the company as a designer, stage manager, mentor, and beloved friend were numerous and far-reaching.
Northern Sky Presents Multi-Instrumentalist Eric Lewis Streaming Live from Memphis
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2021
As part of its ongoing virtual winter season, Northern Sky Theater will present Eric Lewis live in concert on Saturday, January 23 at 7 p.m. on YouTube. The show will be available live or streaming on demand through May 31.
Peninsula Players Announces 2021 Winter Play Reading Schedule
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2021
Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to announce that The Play's the Thing, its winter play reading series presented to Door County audiences, will be offered virtually in 2021. 
8 Artist Couples Featured in New Exhibition 'A Couple's Winter Blast'
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2021
Eight creative couples will be sharing their love of artistry in a brand-new art exhibition entitled, “A Couple’s Winter Blast,” at the Plymouth Arts Center. The show will open in Gallery 110 North with a reception from 5-7pm on Friday, January 22, 2021.
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center Announces Updated 2021 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2021
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced performances slated for the 2020-21 Season. Due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Center will continue to deliver on its mission virtually through the end of 2020 and is focusing on opening its doors in early 2021 for an exciting lineup of performances.
The Plymouth Arts Center Announces Virtual Sartori Big Cheese Drop
by BWW News Desk - December 23, 2020
New Year’s Eve celebrations will look a little different for many this year in the community of Plymouth, Wisconsin, home of Sartori Cheese. The annual Sartori Big Cheese Drop, nationally lauded as one of the country’s quirkiest New Year’s Eve traditions, will be going virtual in the interest of public safety.
Geneva Theatre Actors Guild Cancels Annual Christmas Show
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2020
Geneva Theatre Actors Guild will not perform a Christmas show this month. The group may not return to the stage until February 2021.
Northern Sky Theater Presents THE NEW YEAR WITH NORTHERN SKY
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2020
As the first offering of its brand-new winter season, Northern Sky Theater is pleased to announce The New Year with Northern Sky, a collection of videos of original songs by Northern Sky artists in honor of the New Year, presented virtually over YouTube.  
Northern Sky Theater Announces Its First-Ever Winter Season
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2020
Northern Sky Theater has announced its first-ever Winter Season, featuring eight virtual offerings, including both live concerts and archived material.
Marcus Theaters Now Offering Gift Card Deals and Holiday Fun Packs
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2020
The Holiday season is finally here, and it's an online shopping kind of year! Make sure you are ready with Marcus Theatres or Movie Tavern gift cards and new Holiday Fun Packs. 
Peninsula Players Theatre Presents IT SOUNDS LIKE A CHRISTMAS CAROL A Holiday Audio Play
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2020
Peninsula Players Theatre has announced, in collaboration with Dirt Hills Productions, 'It Sounds Like a Christmas Carol' by Neil Brookshire and Cassandra Bissell will be available on the theater's website beginning on Tuesday, December 15. 
Door Shakespeare to Present Readings of HOLIDAYS ON ICE By David Sedaris and More
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2020
The Door Shakespeare Reading Series is free and open to the public, with donations welcomed.
The Plymouth Arts Center Presents CELTIC CHRISTMAS ENCORE
by BWW News Desk - November 27, 2020
The Plymouth Arts Center will present “Celtic Christmas Encore” a live musical concert featuring the group Celtic Folk, Dec 19-20, 2020.  Celtic Folk added these two dates in response to sold out shows in November.  This a wonderful way to start the holiday season with traditional and contemporary Christmas music.
UW-Green Bay Theatre & Dance Presents World Premiere of FAITHFALL & More in December
by BWW News Desk - November 24, 2020
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Theatre & Dance program will offer two virtual performances in December. The first, a world premiere of an original drama entitled: Faithfall will premiere on Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. Pre-show interviews and a post-show discussion on the play's themes will provide additional insights.
Fox Cities P.A.C. Extends Intermission
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2020
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center has announced updated timing to its 2021 Season. Ticketholders will be notified via email as soon as more information is available for their performances.
Peninsula Players Theatre Awarded COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grant
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2020
Governor Tony Evers announced that $15 million in COVID-19 Cultural Organization Grants has been awarded to 385 cultural organizations across Wisconsin.  Peninsula Players Theatre is thrilled to be one of the 15 Door County cultural organizations to receive a grant.
VIDEO: Playhouse Theatre Group Presents SUPER HAPPY AWESOME NEWS
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2020
Playhouse Theatre Group recently performed Super Happy Awesome News, a new virtual musical.
Weidner Philharmonic Brass Musicians Join Together for November Concert Series
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Music program's 6:30 Concert Series presents Brass Musicians of the Weidner Philharmonic streaming live Monday, Nov. 16, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. on the Weidner Center's YouTube channel.
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Appleton, WI Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin to Host SUPERBAD Cast Reunion & Watch Party With Jonah Hill, Seth Rogen & More
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2020
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin will host Superbad: Cast Reunion & Watch Party on October 27 at 8pm CT. Cast members and filmmakers of the hit 2007 film will watch the movie with fans around the country, giving live commentary and jokes.
Northern Sky Theater Presents BONE DANCE REBOONION On Halloween
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2020
Saturday, October 31, at 7 p.m., tune in for Northern Sky Theater's virtual Bone Dance ReBOOnion, a slightly spooky (and very fun) walk down memory lane to revisit Bone Dance, Northern Sky's cult classic collection of ghost songs and stories.

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