Marcus Center For The Performing Arts' Upcoming Season Will Include WAR HORSE, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA and More

The Marcus Center and Broadway Across America invite you to experience the sounds and splendor of Broadway at the Marcus Center throughout 2013-2014. This season we are thrilled to be bringing you a merry and bright theatrical experience for the whole family, Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS; War Horse, the heart-warming tale of loyalty and friendship; the stunning new production of EVITA; the pop culture phenomenon turned Broadway musical, FLASHDANCE; and Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. The season will also include a special return engagement of the hit Broadway show, JERSEY BOYS.

Irving Berlin'S WHITE CHRISTMAS tells the story of two buddies putting on a show in a magical Vermont inn and finding their perfect mates in the process. Full of dancing, laughter and some of the greatest songs ever written!

War Horse tells the story of young Albert and his beloved horse, Joey. This powerfully moving and imaginative drama, filled with stirring music and songs, is a show of phenomenal inventiveness that is currently playing to packed houses in London and around the world.

EVITA tells Eva Perón's passionate and unforgettable true story, and features some of theater's most beautiful songs, including "Don't Cry for Me Argentina," "Another Suitcase in Another Hall" and "High Flying, Adored."

FLASHDANCE tells the inspiring and unforgettable story of Alex Owens and features a score that includes the biggest hit songs from the movie, including the Academy Award-winning title song "Flashdance - What a Feeling," "Maniac," "Gloria," "Manhunt," and "I Love Rock & Roll."

Following an acclaimed sell-out tour of the United Kingdom, Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's phenomenal musical success, THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, will make its premiere in Milwaukee as part of a brand new US National Tour.

Season Special:
JERSEY BOYS is "Working Its Way Back" to Milwaukee! The show is the Tony, Grammy and Olivier Award-winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers The Four Seasons: Frankie Valli, Bob Gaudio, Tommy DeVito and Nick Massi.

"Audiences are in for a real treat this season," commented Paul Mathews, President and CEO of the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. "This season includes shows for a diverse audience to enjoy along with the Milwaukee premiere of the beautiful story of War Horse and the return of several Broadway classics and hits!"