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Mark Clements and More to Direct for Milwaukee Rep's 2013-14 Season; Creative Teams Announced!
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2013
Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced the dynamic directors and creative teams selected for the 2013/14 Season, The Rep's 60th Anniversary. These talented directors and creative teams will help The Rep continue in its commitment to offer brave, challenging, entertaining, stimulating, thought-provoking and vital works with a distinctive aesthetic.
POWER BALLADZ to Open 9/20 at Marcus Center in Milwaukee
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2013
'Remember days of skipping school? Racing cars, and being cool? With a six pack, and a radio... we didn't need no place to go.' Actually, Mr. Bon Jovi, there is a place you need to go - to the Marcus Center in Milwaukee on September 20 and 21, 2013 for the opening of Power Balladz. Don't miss this show that has played from Minneapolis to Off Broadway in New York City and is now on tour!
MCT to Kick Off 2013-14 Season with Yasmina Reza's ART, Begin. 8/8
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2013
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) kicks off the 2013-2014 theatre season with the Tony Award-winning comedy 'ART,' by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton, August 8-25, 2013. The cast of three features Milwaukee favorites Tom Klubertanz, Brian Mani and C. Michael Wright. 'ART' performs in the Broadway Theatre Center's Cabot Theatre in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
Milwaukee Rep's Artistic Director Mark Clements Extends Contract Through 2017
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2013
The Board of Trustees of Milwaukee Repertory Theater is thrilled to announce that Artistic Director Mark Clements has renewed his contract for another four years beginning July 1, 2013 and continuing through June 31, 2017.
Greendale Community Theatre Takes Milwaukee to France
by Caroline Campana - July 09, 2013
Milwaukee theater fans are going to have the chance to visit France this summer through the Greendale Community Theatre's production of the world famous musical 'Les Miserables'. The show will run July 25, 26, 27, 28, 31 and August 1, 2 and 3.
ELVIS: I'LL REMEMBER YOU to Play Waukesha Civic Theatre, Begin. Today
by BWW News Desk - July 05, 2013
Premier Entertainment presents Elvis: I'll Remember You, running weekends beginning tonight, July 5th, and running through 14th, 2013, at the Waukesha Civic Theatre.
Marcus Center Welcomes Starry Nights Orchestra For Free Concert Tonight
by BWW News Desk - July 02, 2013
The Marcus Center is honored to present the Starry Nights Orchestra along with the Florentine Opera Company and Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra for a one night only, free program tonight, July 2 at 7:00 pm at Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion.
Skylight Music Theatre Hosts VIVE LA REVOLUTION Season Launch Party Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 28, 2013
Skylight Music Theatre announces Vive la Revolution, a season launch party hosted by Skylight young professionals group, SkylightENSEMBLE. The event will be held at Hot Water Wherehouse tonight, June 28th from 8:00pm to midnight.
ELVIS: I'LL REMEMBER YOU to Play Waukesha Civic Theatre, 7/5-14
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2013
Premier Entertainment presents Elvis: I'll Remember You, running weekends from July 5th to 14th, 2013, at the Waukesha Civic Theatre.
Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE! Plays Marcus Center Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2013
Milwaukee - Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE!, the one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up starring Peter Story and based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray, will play for one performance only at the Marcus Center's Vogel Hall tonight, June 27 at 7:30 pm. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom. Tickets go on sale on Monday, June 10 at 12:00 pm. For tickets or more information, visit MarcusCenter.org, Ticketmaster.com or call The Marcus Center Box Office at 414-273-7206. Groups 10 or more SAVE! Call 414-273-7121 ext. 210 or 213.
Single Tickets for MCT's 2013-14 Season Now On Sale
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2013
Individual tickets for Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's (MCT) 39th season, are now on sale. The season, entitled "Our Friends & Neighbors: Behind Closed Doors," will feature five exciting productions performed at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee. Tickets, $15-$40, can be purchased at the Broadway Theatre Center Box Office or by phone at (414) 291-7800. Tickets are also available online at milwaukeechambertheatre.com.
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's Annual Gala Set for Tonight
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2013
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) will host their annual gala, 'Cheers to Chamber! MCT in Bloom' tonight, June 21 from 7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. The gala will be held at the Florentine Opera Center located at 926 E. Burleigh Street in the heart of Milwaukee's dynamic Riverwest neighborhood. Event tickets are $95 per person, with proceeds benefiting Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's artistic and education programming.
Marcus Center to Welcome Starry Nights Orchestra For Free Concert on 7/2
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2013
The Marcus Center is honored to present the Starry Nights Orchestra along with the Florentine Opera Company and Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra for a one night only, free program on Tuesday, July 2 at 7:00 pm at Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion.
KidZ Days At the Center Return to Marcus Center's KidZ Stage, Now thru 8/15
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2013
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is announcing its 11th year of programming for the KidZ Days At the Center from today, June 18 through August 15, 2013, which is part of the Marcus Center's children's programming. KidZ Days showcases a variety of live performing arts that incorporates an educational component and encourages interactive participation.
Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE! to Play Marcus Center June 27
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2013
Milwaukee - Men Are From Mars - Women Are From Venus LIVE!, the one-man fusion of theatre and stand-up starring Peter Story and based on the New York Times #1 best-selling book of the last decade by John Gray, will play for one performance only at the Marcus Center's Vogel Hall on Thursday, June 27 at 7:30 pm. Moving swiftly through a series of vignettes, the show covers everything from dating and marriage to the bedroom. Tickets go on sale on Monday, June 10 at 12:00 pm. For tickets or more information, visit MarcusCenter.org, Ticketmaster.com or call The Marcus Center Box Office at 414-273-7206. Groups 10 or more SAVE! Call 414-273-7121 ext. 210 or 213.
WICKED to Offer $25 Lottery at Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, Begin. 6/12
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2013
A day-of-performance lottery for a limited number of orchestra seats will be held for WICKED, which is returning to the Marcus Center with performances from June 12-July 7. Two and one-half hours prior to each performance, people who present themselves at the Marcus Center box office will have their names placed in a lottery drum; thirty minutes later, names will be drawn for a limited number of orchestra seats at $25 each, cash only. This lottery is available only in-person at the box office, with a limit of two tickets per person. Lottery participants must have a valid photo ID when submitting their entry form and, if chosen, when purchasing tickets.
Skylight Music Theatre to Host VIVE LA REVOLUTION Season Launch Party, 6/28
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2013
Skylight Music Theatre announces Vive la Revolution, a season launch party hosted by Skylight young professionals group, SkylightENSEMBLE. The event will be held at Hot Water Wherehouse on Friday, June 28th from 8:00pm to midnight.
INOVA Announces Summer Exhibits: Martha Wilson, Steve Rowell, & More
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2013
INOVA (The Institute of Visual Arts) at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, which has established an international reputation as a contemporary art research center, has announced their summer 2013 lineup of exhibits and events. Check out the listings below:
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's Annual Gala Set for 6/21
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2013
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) will host their annual gala, "Cheers to Chamber! MCT in Bloom" on Friday, June 21 from 7:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. The gala will be held at the Florentine Opera Center located at 926 E. Burleigh Street in the heart of Milwaukee's dynamic Riverwest neighborhood. Event tickets are $95 per person, with proceeds benefiting Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's artistic and education programming.
BWW Interviews: PORGY & BESS Actors Show the Heart of Milwaukee Theater
by Caroline Campana - May 23, 2013
When you talk to anyone involved in Milwaukee theater, they will tell you it's something special. Milwaukee is one of those towns where the actors are ready to take on any challenge and the actors was to be challenged. !
MYSO to Present Progressions Spring Concert, 5/29
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2013
Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra's Progressions Program, a high-impact, intensive string training program for early elementary students from City of Milwaukee schools, presents its annual Spring Concert on Wednesday, May 29, at 5:30 p.m., at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee.
Marcus Center's Vogel Hall Welcomes DIXIE'S TUPPERWARE PARTY Tonight
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2013
Dixie's Tupperware Party, the hilarious Off-Broadway show starring Dixie Longate (2008 Drama Desk Nomination) - will celebrate its 750th performance on tour Wednesday, May 22nd at Milwaukee's Marcus Center (making it one of the longest-running off Broadway tours of the last decade). The show that has played to sell-out performances in 5 countries and brought in more than $3 million in sales has played major markets during its five years on the road. Produced by Down South LLC and written by Kris Andersson, the show which brought Tupperware-mania to Off Broadway and prompted NBC's Today Show to proclaim 'Not Your Grandmother's Tupperware Party!' has continued to wow critics and audiences around the world and promises to do the samenext season which includes several repeat city engagements due to strong critical response and sold-out runs.
Scott Emmons Named Dean of UWM's Peck School of the Arts
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2013
Scott Emmons has been named dean of the Peck School of the Arts at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). Emmons, a professor of music education, joined the UWM faculty in 1992. He has served as interim dean of the Peck School during the 2012-13 Year of the Arts at UWM, a celebration of the Peck School's 50th anniversary.
Dixie Longate Set to Tour Milwaukee Landmarks, 5/15
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2013
Dixie Longate, star of Dixie's Tupperware Party, will be touring Milwaukee landmarks during her press tour on Wednesday, May 15 with transportation by Bell Ambulance. During her tour, she will be making a special stop at the Milwaukee Public Market and La Perla. Dixie will make her stop at the Milwaukee Public Market, 400 North Water Street, at11:30 am and at La Perla, 734 South 5th Street, at 12:00 pm on the 15th. During this time, she will be taking photos with patrons and various Milwaukee landmarks. This tour will kick off her engagement at the Marcus Center's Vogel Hall that runs May 14-26.
Marcus Center For The Performing Arts Releases Updated Schedule for LIVE @ PECK PAVILION
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2013
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts announces a change in the line up of the 2013 Live @ Peck Pavilion series in Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion that will kick off this July. This series, which started last summer, will now feature The Spirit Family Reunion on Tuesday, August 20 at 7:30 pm. The series will also include types of performances the Center typically presents inside the building on its newly updated grounds. This is a way for the Marcus Center to invite the public to sample the arts in a marvelous setting for a nominal cost.

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