Milwaukee Rep Unveils World Premieres And Commissions Expanding New Play Development Program
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 22, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will introduce a series of new commissions and premieres as part of its expanded John D. Lewis New Play Development Program, supported by a significant $1 million donation.
Review: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY is an Epic, Exceptional Experience at MILWAUKEE REP
by Kelsey Lawler - January 20, 2026
A head, an arm, and a potato walk into America circa 1850. Theirs is a century-spanning story of the rise and collapse of a business empire. It’s The Lehman Trilogy, winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Play. It’s three acts, three actors, three epic hours of theater now on stage at the Milwaukee Rep.
by Kelsey Lawler - January 20, 2026
A head, an arm, and a potato walk into America circa 1850. Theirs is a century-spanning story of the rise and collapse of a business empire. It’s The Lehman Trilogy, winner of five Tony Awards, including Best Play. It’s three acts, three actors, three epic hours of theater now on stage at the Milwaukee Rep.
Video: Sneak Peek at AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' The FATS WALLER Musical Show at Milwaukee Rep
by Gillian Blum - January 18, 2026
Get a sneak peek of this Tony Award-winning favorite directed by E. Faye Butler, running at Milwaukee Rep from March 6 to April 26 in this video preview.
by Gillian Blum - January 18, 2026
Get a sneak peek of this Tony Award-winning favorite directed by E. Faye Butler, running at Milwaukee Rep from March 6 to April 26 in this video preview.
Review: THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTERS at Milwaukee Rep
by Cathy Jakicic - January 15, 2026
THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTERS at Milwaukee Rep is an engaging love song to sisterhood, Door County - and fishing.
by Cathy Jakicic - January 15, 2026
THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTERS at Milwaukee Rep is an engaging love song to sisterhood, Door County - and fishing.
Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards
by BWW Awards - January 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - January 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Milwaukee Opera Theatre To Present Developmental Reading Of MAYBE WE’LL FLY
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Milwaukee Opera Theatre will present a developmental reading of Maybe We’ll Fly, a new play with music inspired by the life of artist Mary Nohl. The work is written by Marie Kohler with music by Josh Schmidt and is directed by Elizabeth Margolius.
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Milwaukee Opera Theatre will present a developmental reading of Maybe We’ll Fly, a new play with music inspired by the life of artist Mary Nohl. The work is written by Marie Kohler with music by Josh Schmidt and is directed by Elizabeth Margolius.
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre To Present the Acclaimed Drama I AM MY OWN WIFE
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre will present I AM MY OWN WIFE, a Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning play, from January 23 to February 8, 2026. Directed by Alexander Coddington and starring Jonathan Riker, the play delves into the life of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf.
by A.A. Cristi - January 12, 2026
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre will present I AM MY OWN WIFE, a Pulitzer and Tony Award-winning play, from January 23 to February 8, 2026. Directed by Alexander Coddington and starring Jonathan Riker, the play delves into the life of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf.
Milwaukee Opera Theatre to Present A New Play Reading Of MAYBE WE'LL FLY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Milwaukee Opera Theatre will present a developmental reading of Maybe We'll Fly, a new play with music by Marie Kohler and Josh Schmidt with direction by Elizabeth Margolius.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Milwaukee Opera Theatre will present a developmental reading of Maybe We'll Fly, a new play with music by Marie Kohler and Josh Schmidt with direction by Elizabeth Margolius.
Review: CARDBOARD PIANO at Renaissance Theaterworks
by Cathy Jakicic - January 12, 2026
CARDBOARD PIANO at Renaissance Theaterworks creates a palpable, powerful bond with the audience.
by Cathy Jakicic - January 12, 2026
CARDBOARD PIANO at Renaissance Theaterworks creates a palpable, powerful bond with the audience.
Door Shakespeare Joins DOOR COUNTY READS FESTIVAL With CRIMES OF THE HEART Staged Reading
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
As part of the Door County Library's Winter Reading Festival, Door Shakespeare will present a staged reading of the Pulitzer Prize–winning drama Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley.
by A.A. Cristi - January 09, 2026
As part of the Door County Library's Winter Reading Festival, Door Shakespeare will present a staged reading of the Pulitzer Prize–winning drama Crimes of the Heart by Beth Henley.
Ayad Akhtar’s MCNEAL to Launch Milwaukee Rep’s New Herro‑Franke Studio Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has completed the Associated Bank Theater Center Phase II construction with the grand opening of the reimagined Herro-Franke Studio Theater, featuring Ayad Akhtar's McNeal.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 08, 2026
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has completed the Associated Bank Theater Center Phase II construction with the grand opening of the reimagined Herro-Franke Studio Theater, featuring Ayad Akhtar's McNeal.
Video: In Rehearsals for THE LEHMAN TRILOGY at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2025
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for Milwaukee Repertory Theater's production of The Lehman Trilogy running in the Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater.
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2025
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for Milwaukee Repertory Theater's production of The Lehman Trilogy running in the Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater.
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards; SISTER ACT Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee, WI Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
Video: THE LEHMAN TRILOGY Opens in January at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will continue its season in the new Associated Bank Theater Center with the upcoming production of The Lehman Trilogy. Get a first look in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - December 19, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will continue its season in the new Associated Bank Theater Center with the upcoming production of The Lehman Trilogy. Get a first look in the video here!
Video: Hugh Jackman Surprises Milwaukee High School Band Class With New Instruments
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Earlier this month, Hugh Jackman paid a visit to Milwaukee for the premiere of his new film, Song Sung Blue. While there, he stopped by a local high school's music class to give them the surprise of a lifetime.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2025
Earlier this month, Hugh Jackman paid a visit to Milwaukee for the premiere of his new film, Song Sung Blue. While there, he stopped by a local high school's music class to give them the surprise of a lifetime.
Video: A CHRISTMAS CAROL Celebrates 50 Years At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Let the 50th Anniversary Company of A Christmas Carol at Milwaukee Rep get you into the holiday spirit with festive carols like 'Deck the Halls' and 'Come All Ye Faithful' at the historic Pabst Theater. Watch the video!
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2025
Let the 50th Anniversary Company of A Christmas Carol at Milwaukee Rep get you into the holiday spirit with festive carols like 'Deck the Halls' and 'Come All Ye Faithful' at the historic Pabst Theater. Watch the video!
Wisconsin Premiere Of CARDBOARD PIANO is Coming to Renaissance Theaterworks
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Renaissance Theaterworks will open the second half of its 33rd season with the Wisconsin Premiere of CARDBOARD PIANO, Hansol Jung's searing, urgent, and deeply human drama about forbidden love, spiritual conflict, and the long shadow of war.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Renaissance Theaterworks will open the second half of its 33rd season with the Wisconsin Premiere of CARDBOARD PIANO, Hansol Jung's searing, urgent, and deeply human drama about forbidden love, spiritual conflict, and the long shadow of war.
THE LEHMAN TRILOGY to be Presented at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will continue its record-breaking season in the new Associated Bank Theater Center with the upcoming production of The Lehman Trilogy.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2025
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will continue its record-breaking season in the new Associated Bank Theater Center with the upcoming production of The Lehman Trilogy.
Video: Holiday Carols from A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - December 10, 2025
Let the 50th Anniversary Company of A Christmas Carol at Milwaukee Rep get you into the holiday spirit with festive carols like 'Joy to the World' and 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen' at the historic Pabst Theater.
by Joshua Wright - December 10, 2025
Let the 50th Anniversary Company of A Christmas Carol at Milwaukee Rep get you into the holiday spirit with festive carols like 'Joy to the World' and 'God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen' at the historic Pabst Theater.
THE FISHERMAN'S DAUGHTERS is Coming to Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Get ready for a Wisconsin celebration of home and heart with Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s upcoming production of The Fisherman’s Daughters. The play is written by Door County local Katie Dahl.
by BWW News Desk - December 10, 2025
Get ready for a Wisconsin celebration of home and heart with Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s upcoming production of The Fisherman’s Daughters. The play is written by Door County local Katie Dahl.
Video: 'Stop The World' from COME FROM AWAY at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - December 08, 2025
Get a first listen to 'Stop The World' from Come From Away, running now through December 14 in Milwaukee Rep's new Checota Powerhouse Theater.
by Joshua Wright - December 08, 2025
Get a first listen to 'Stop The World' from Come From Away, running now through December 14 in Milwaukee Rep's new Checota Powerhouse Theater.
Video: COME FROM AWAY Now Playing at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
Come From Away is running now through December 14 in Milwaukee Rep's new Checota Powerhouse Theater. Check out a sneak peek of the show in the video here!
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2025
Come From Away is running now through December 14 in Milwaukee Rep's new Checota Powerhouse Theater. Check out a sneak peek of the show in the video here!
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Pabst Theater
by Cathy Jakicic - December 04, 2025
Though the Milwaukee Rep is presenting its 50th season of 'A Christmas Carol,' this year, the current production has the freshness and energy of a debut. Returning as Scrooge, Matt Daniels brings back his nimble physicality and vocals, making Dickens familiar words full of surprises. Whether grumpy or giddy, this Scrooge is an energetic sight to behold.
by Cathy Jakicic - December 04, 2025
Though the Milwaukee Rep is presenting its 50th season of 'A Christmas Carol,' this year, the current production has the freshness and energy of a debut. Returning as Scrooge, Matt Daniels brings back his nimble physicality and vocals, making Dickens familiar words full of surprises. Whether grumpy or giddy, this Scrooge is an energetic sight to behold.
Video: Milwaukee Rep 50th Anniversary Production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
A Christmas Carol celebrates its 50th anniversary through December 24, 2025, in the historic Pabst Theater, making it the second longest professional production of A Christmas Carol in the United States. Check out video highlights of the production.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2025
A Christmas Carol celebrates its 50th anniversary through December 24, 2025, in the historic Pabst Theater, making it the second longest professional production of A Christmas Carol in the United States. Check out video highlights of the production.
COME FROM AWAY Becomes Milwaukee Rep’s All-Time Best-Selling Show
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Come From Away, the Tony Award-winning musical and inaugural production in Milwaukee Rep’s new Associated Bank Theater Center, has now become the all-time best-selling show in Milwaukee Rep history.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2025
Come From Away, the Tony Award-winning musical and inaugural production in Milwaukee Rep’s new Associated Bank Theater Center, has now become the all-time best-selling show in Milwaukee Rep history.
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I AM MY OWN WIFE
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (1/23 - 2/8)
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The Wiz
Uihlein Hall Marcus Center (3/27 - 3/28) | |
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Frida…A Self Portrait
Milwaukee Repertory Theater (4/3 - 5/17) | |
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Kimberly Akimbo
Uihlein Hall Marcus Center (2/18 - 2/21) | |
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Hamilton (Angelica Company)
Uihlein Hall at Marcus Center For The Performing Arts (1/20 - 2/1) | |
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The Lehman Trilogy
Milwaukee Repertory Theater (1/13 - 2/8) | |
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George & Gracie: A Love Story
Milwaukee Repertory Theater (5/1 - 6/14) | |
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McNeal
Milwaukee Repertory Theater (2/10 - 3/22) | |
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