Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
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Milwaukee Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Milwaukee from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
VIDEO: Inside Rehearsals for the World Premiere of GEORGE & GRACIE: A LOVE STORY at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has released rehearsal footage of George & Gracie: A Love Story, the World Premiere of Tami Workentin's new play now running through June 14, 2026 at the Stackner Cabaret.
LES MISÉRABLES vs. NEWSIES: Final Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Movie Musical Bracket
Voting is now open for the final round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
Marcus Performing Arts Center Welcomes Executive Chef Brian Frakes
The Marcus Performing Arts Center announced Brian Frakes as its new Executive Chef.
BroadwayWorld Goes Even More Global: Now Available in 20 Languages
As New York City and the broader United States prepare to welcome the world for a historic stretch of global events — including FIFA World Cup 2026 and America's 250th Anniversary celebrations — BroadwayWorld is expanding its platform to meet that moment in a meaningful way.
Video: The Cast Of AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’ At Milwaukee Rep Performs 'T'ain’t Nobody’s Bizness If I Do'
A new performance video offers a look at the cast of Ain't Misbehavin' at Milwaukee Repertory Theater as they perform “T’Ain’t Nobody’s Bizness If I Do,” one of the signature songs celebrating the music of Fats Waller.
GHOSTBUSTERS IN CONCERT Tour Coming to Cities Nationwide This Fall
Ghostbusters in Concert, a live concert experience of the classic film, is coming to performing arts centers with live orchestras across the country this fall, with stops in Seattle, Las Vegas, New York, and more.
Marcus Performing Arts Center Names Steven Dawson New Vice President of Marketing and Communications
The Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) just announced the appointment of Steven Dawson as its new Vice President of Marketing and Communications.
Fifth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fifth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
Review: THE WIZ at Marcus Performing Arts Center
Hilariously and smartly reimagined with the help of comedian Amber Ruffin, The Wiz debuts as an all-new tour but still carries a score filled with soul, gospel, rock, and 70s funk.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST and LOVE'S LABOURS LOST Set for Door Shakespeare 2026 Summer Season
DOOR SHAKESPEARE announced its 2026 Summer Season, offering performances in a scenic outdoor setting.
AIRPLANE! Will Screen Nationwide with Stars Julie Hagerty and Robert Hays
Big screen showings of the comedy classic Airplane! will take place across the US, followed by a live Q&A with co-stars Julie Hagerty and Robert Hays.
Video: KINKY BOOTS Tour First Look
Get a first look at the new non-equity North American Tour of Kinky Boots.
Review: CAMILLE'S RAINBOW at Milwaukee Opera Theatre
What did our critic think of REVIEW: CAMILLE'S RAINBOW AT MILWAUKEE OPERA THEATRE at Milwaukee Opera Theatre?
GEORGE & GRACIE: A LOVE STORY World Premiere to be Presented at Milwaukee Rep
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present the World Premiere of George & Gracie: A Love Story by Tami Workentin May 1 – June 14, 2026, in the Stackner Cabaret.
Introducing the StageMag Show Promo Kit
Introducing the Show Promo Kit — your all-in-one toolkit for promoting your production! Everything you need to spread the word, now in a single dedicated page in your Stage Mag dashboard.
Video: 'Honeysuckle Rose' from AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
Watch Honeysuckle Rose from AIN'T MISBEHAVIN' at Milwaukee Repertory Theater, running March 6–April 26, 2026.
Review: IS THIS A ROOM? at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre
Is This a Room is theater of a sort most people, including me, have never seen.
Fourth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fourth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate B
Heidi Armbruster's MRS. CHRISTIE to be Presented at Milwaukee Repertory Theater This Spring
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will continue its inaugural season in the Associated Bank Theater Center with Mrs.
Review: BAREFOOT IN THE PARK at Renaissance Theaterworks
BAREFOOT IN THE PARK at Renaissance Theaterworks does credit to the classic Neil Simon comedy.
Milwaukee Rep to Stage FRIDA…A SELF PORTRAIT This Spring
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents Frida…A Self Portrait, a vibrant, imaginative, and deeply human portrait of one of the world’s most iconic artists April 3 – May 17, 2026, in the Herro-Franke Studio.
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Video: First Look at MRS. CHRISTIE at Milwaukee Rep
Watch a first look video of Mrs.
Milwaukee Rep Sets Box Office Record in New Studio Theater with MCNEAL by Ayad Akhtar
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has revealed that McNeal, the Midwest premiere of Pulitzer Prize winner Ayad Akhtar’s newest play, has officially become the best‑selling production in the history of the newly named Herro‑Franke Studio Theater.
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Mamma Mia! Uihlein Hall at Marcus Center For The Performing Arts (9/22-9/27) |
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"Instructions for a Séance" Milwaukee Repertory Theater (10/06-11/08) |
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At the Wake of a Dead Drag Queen Next Act Theatre (4/21-5/09) |
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"A Christmas Carol" Pabst Theater (12/02-12/24) |
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Firebringer Sixth Street Theatre (9/25-10/18) |
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SIX (Boleyn Tour) Uihlein Hall at Marcus Center For The Performing Arts (2/02-2/07) |
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"JP Coletta’s Rock ‘N’ Roll Piano Man" Stackner Cabaret, Associate Bank Theater Center (11/06-1/03) |
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Racine Theatre Guild (12/11-12/20) |
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A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder Skylight Music Theatre (3/12-3/28) |
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Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra: Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets In Concert Riverside Theater (12/05-12/05) |