First Stage Hosts 25th Anniversary Gala, 6/9
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2012
First Stage celebrates milestone year with its 25th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, June 9. The event is also an occasion to recognize Founding Artistic Director Rob Goodman for his accomplishments during his 25 year tenure. The black tie evening will include cocktails and hors d'oeuvres followed by dinner and a program featuring inspirational stories by current young performers, students and alumni of First Stage. During this program a ground-breaking new fundraising initiative will be unveiled and Rob Goodman will be presented with a very special gift in honor of 25 years of transforming lives through theater. The evening will conclude with the high-energy big band, Swing Nouveau.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2012
First Stage celebrates milestone year with its 25th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, June 9. The event is also an occasion to recognize Founding Artistic Director Rob Goodman for his accomplishments during his 25 year tenure. The black tie evening will include cocktails and hors d'oeuvres followed by dinner and a program featuring inspirational stories by current young performers, students and alumni of First Stage. During this program a ground-breaking new fundraising initiative will be unveiled and Rob Goodman will be presented with a very special gift in honor of 25 years of transforming lives through theater. The evening will conclude with the high-energy big band, Swing Nouveau.
Skylight Presents SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, Now thru 6/10
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2012
Tonight, May 18, 2012, Skylight Music Theatre will open its final production of the season, Sunday in the Park with George. The Stephen Sondheim musical will be presented in the Cabot Theatre through June 10, 2012 at the Broadway Theatre Center located at 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2012
Tonight, May 18, 2012, Skylight Music Theatre will open its final production of the season, Sunday in the Park with George. The Stephen Sondheim musical will be presented in the Cabot Theatre through June 10, 2012 at the Broadway Theatre Center located at 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
First Stage and the Daniels-Mardak Boys & Girls Club Present FOLK TALES FOR ALL FOLK
by Kelsey Denette - May 14, 2012
Students from the Daniels-Mardak Boys and Girls Club will perform FOLK TALES FOR ALL FOLK on Friday, May 18 at 6 p.m. at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 West Walnut Street in downtown Milwaukee. The performance will feature stories, music, dance, puppetry and more. There is no cost for this performance and the public is invited and encouraged to attend.
by Kelsey Denette - May 14, 2012
Students from the Daniels-Mardak Boys and Girls Club will perform FOLK TALES FOR ALL FOLK on Friday, May 18 at 6 p.m. at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 West Walnut Street in downtown Milwaukee. The performance will feature stories, music, dance, puppetry and more. There is no cost for this performance and the public is invited and encouraged to attend.
First Stage Announces 25th Anniversary Gala, 6/9
by Kelsey Denette - May 07, 2012
First Stage will culminate its quarter-century milestone with its 25th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at Pier Wisconsin, located at 500 North Harbor Drive, Milwaukee.
by Kelsey Denette - May 07, 2012
First Stage will culminate its quarter-century milestone with its 25th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at Pier Wisconsin, located at 500 North Harbor Drive, Milwaukee.
Milwaukee's First Stage Holds ZUMBATHON for Theater in Education Today, 5/6
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2012
First Stage holds its first ZUMBATHON for Theater in Education today, May 6 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 West Walnut Street in downtown Milwaukee. Families are invited to take part in this Latin dance party while helping to raise money to support First Stage's Theater in Education programs. The afternoon will include healthy snacks, raffle items, and more.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2012
First Stage holds its first ZUMBATHON for Theater in Education today, May 6 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 West Walnut Street in downtown Milwaukee. Families are invited to take part in this Latin dance party while helping to raise money to support First Stage's Theater in Education programs. The afternoon will include healthy snacks, raffle items, and more.
First Stage’s Young Company Presents ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, 5/4-5
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2012
First Stage's Young Company concludes its 2011-2012 season with Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, tonight, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 5 at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2012
First Stage's Young Company concludes its 2011-2012 season with Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, tonight, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 5 at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee.
Skylight Presents SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE, 5/18-6/10
by Kelsey Denette - May 03, 2012
On May 18, 2012, Skylight Music Theatre will open its final production of the season, Sunday in the Park with George. The Stephen Sondheim musical will be presented in the Cabot Theatre through June 10, 2012 at the Broadway Theatre Center located at 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
by Kelsey Denette - May 03, 2012
On May 18, 2012, Skylight Music Theatre will open its final production of the season, Sunday in the Park with George. The Stephen Sondheim musical will be presented in the Cabot Theatre through June 10, 2012 at the Broadway Theatre Center located at 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Elton John's BILLY ELLIOT Set for Milwaukee in July
by James T Harding - May 02, 2012
Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films Old Vic Productions and NETworks Presentations, LLC bring the multi-award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical to Milwaukee from July 17-22. Based on the international smash-hit film and featuring music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, choreography by Peter Darling and direction by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical has earned critical acclaim around the world and was the winner of ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
by James T Harding - May 02, 2012
Universal Pictures Stage Productions, Working Title Films Old Vic Productions and NETworks Presentations, LLC bring the multi-award-winning Billy Elliot the Musical to Milwaukee from July 17-22. Based on the international smash-hit film and featuring music by Elton John, book and lyrics by Lee Hall, choreography by Peter Darling and direction by Stephen Daldry, Billy Elliot the Musical has earned critical acclaim around the world and was the winner of ten 2009 Tony Awards including Best Musical.
UWM's Peck School of the Arts Presents THREE SISTERS, Now thru 5/6
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2012
The final production in this year's Mainstage Series at the Peck School of the Arts in Milwaukee is a new adaptation of Anton Chekhov's classic play Three Sisters, directed by Associate Professor Rebecca Holderness and adapted by graduating Theatre student Fly Steffens.
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2012
The final production in this year's Mainstage Series at the Peck School of the Arts in Milwaukee is a new adaptation of Anton Chekhov's classic play Three Sisters, directed by Associate Professor Rebecca Holderness and adapted by graduating Theatre student Fly Steffens.
Milwaukee Childrens Choir Calls for UPAF Ride for the Arts Participants, Deadline Today, 5/2
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2012
Team MCC (Milwaukee Childrens Choir) invites locals to join their team for UPAF Ride for the Arts. Totaling over 263,000 participants since 1981, the UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, is regarded as one of the nation's largest one-day recreational bike rides. Help celebrate this annual summer event, which has generated more than $7.3 million for the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF).
by BWW News Desk - May 02, 2012
Team MCC (Milwaukee Childrens Choir) invites locals to join their team for UPAF Ride for the Arts. Totaling over 263,000 participants since 1981, the UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, is regarded as one of the nation's largest one-day recreational bike rides. Help celebrate this annual summer event, which has generated more than $7.3 million for the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF).
UWM's Peck School of the Arts Presents THREE SISTERS, 5/2-6
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2012
The final production in this year's Mainstage Series at the Peck School of the Arts in Milwaukee is a new adaptation of Anton Chekhov's classic play Three Sisters, directed by Associate Professor Rebecca Holderness and adapted by graduating Theatre student Fly Steffens.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2012
The final production in this year's Mainstage Series at the Peck School of the Arts in Milwaukee is a new adaptation of Anton Chekhov's classic play Three Sisters, directed by Associate Professor Rebecca Holderness and adapted by graduating Theatre student Fly Steffens.
Skylight Music Theatre Presents THINGS THAT GO DING, Now thru 5/6
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2012
Skylight Music Theatre presents Things That Go Ding!, described as 'a musical theatre spectacle like no other, featuring an unbelievable collection of vintage, vaudeville percussion novelties known as Ding's Dynasty. Highbrow meets lowbrow in this zany and highly entertaining show.'
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2012
Skylight Music Theatre presents Things That Go Ding!, described as 'a musical theatre spectacle like no other, featuring an unbelievable collection of vintage, vaudeville percussion novelties known as Ding's Dynasty. Highbrow meets lowbrow in this zany and highly entertaining show.'
Marcus Center Welcomes YOU SAY TOMATO, I SAY SHUT UP, Now thru 4/29
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2012
You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up brings its national tour to the Marcus Center's Vogel Hall as part of the Marcus Center's Off Broadway Series tonight April 26 through April 29.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2012
You Say Tomato, I Say Shut Up brings its national tour to the Marcus Center's Vogel Hall as part of the Marcus Center's Off Broadway Series tonight April 26 through April 29.
UWM Peck School of the Arts Celebrates 30 Years of Youth Music Programs, 5/10-11
by Kelsey Denette - April 24, 2012
The 2011-12 season represents the 30th Anniversary of the Youth Wind Ensembles (UWAY, formerly known as the Greater Milwaukee Youth Wind Ensembles, 'GMYWE') and the 20th Anniversary of the Youth Jazz Ensembles (UJAY).
by Kelsey Denette - April 24, 2012
The 2011-12 season represents the 30th Anniversary of the Youth Wind Ensembles (UWAY, formerly known as the Greater Milwaukee Youth Wind Ensembles, 'GMYWE') and the 20th Anniversary of the Youth Jazz Ensembles (UJAY).
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre to Stage Radio Adaptation of The LONELY ROAD, ROCKET FROM MANHATTAN, 4/22
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2012
Wisconsin Public Radio has teamed with the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre to stage a radio adaptation of "The Lonely Road" and "Rocket from Manhattan" on Sunday, April 22 at 8:00 p.m. in the Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center. Tickets are $10 and are available at the box office, by phone at (414) 291-7800, or online at https://tickets.broadwaytheatrecenter.com.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2012
Wisconsin Public Radio has teamed with the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre to stage a radio adaptation of "The Lonely Road" and "Rocket from Manhattan" on Sunday, April 22 at 8:00 p.m. in the Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center. Tickets are $10 and are available at the box office, by phone at (414) 291-7800, or online at https://tickets.broadwaytheatrecenter.com.
Milwaukee Children's Choir Presents SHALL WE GATHER, 4/22
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2012
The public is invited to 'Shall We Gather,' a benefit performance filled with stories from immigrant ancestors, songs and sing alongs. The show will benefit education programs at Milwaukee Children's Choir.
by BWW News Desk - April 22, 2012
The public is invited to 'Shall We Gather,' a benefit performance filled with stories from immigrant ancestors, songs and sing alongs. The show will benefit education programs at Milwaukee Children's Choir.
First Stage Theater Academy Sets BARD-O-THON for 4/21
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2012
Students of First Stage Theater Academy will participate in its second annual BARD-O-THON on Saturday, April 21 at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 West Walnut Street in downtown Milwaukee. Throughout the day, students will perform as many memorized Shakespearean monologues in a row as possible. Performers will include the members of Young Company, First Stage Theater Academy's advanced, pre-professional actor training program for high school students, as well as other Theater Academy students.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2012
Students of First Stage Theater Academy will participate in its second annual BARD-O-THON on Saturday, April 21 at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 West Walnut Street in downtown Milwaukee. Throughout the day, students will perform as many memorized Shakespearean monologues in a row as possible. Performers will include the members of Young Company, First Stage Theater Academy's advanced, pre-professional actor training program for high school students, as well as other Theater Academy students.
Milwaukee Childrens Choir Calls for UPAF Ride for the Arts Participants, Deadline 5/2
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2012
Team MCC (Milwaukee Childrens Choir) invites locals to join their team for UPAF Ride for the Arts. Totaling over 263,000 participants since 1981, the UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, is regarded as one of the nation's largest one-day recreational bike rides. Help celebrate this annual summer event, which has generated more than $7.3 million for the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF).
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2012
Team MCC (Milwaukee Childrens Choir) invites locals to join their team for UPAF Ride for the Arts. Totaling over 263,000 participants since 1981, the UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, is regarded as one of the nation's largest one-day recreational bike rides. Help celebrate this annual summer event, which has generated more than $7.3 million for the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF).
PACKER FANS FROM OUTER SPACE Plays 6/7-7/22 at Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
by Kelsey Denette - April 20, 2012
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts today announced that it will produce Packer Fans from Outer Space this summer as part of its Off Broadway Series.
by Kelsey Denette - April 20, 2012
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts today announced that it will produce Packer Fans from Outer Space this summer as part of its Off Broadway Series.
The Marcus Center Presents Series Hosts Free Event with the United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band, 4/19
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2012
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts presents The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band on Thursday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m. This event is part of the Marcus Center Presents series. Tickets are free and are available at the Marcus Center Box Office at 929 North Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee or by phone at 414-273-7206.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2012
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts presents The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band on Thursday, April 19 at 7:30 p.m. This event is part of the Marcus Center Presents series. Tickets are free and are available at the Marcus Center Box Office at 929 North Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee or by phone at 414-273-7206.
PACKER FANS FROM OUTER SPACE Comes to Marcus Center, 6/7-20
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2012
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts announces its production of Packer Fans from Outer Space this summer, June 8-July 22, in Vogel Hall as part of its Off Broadway series. A preview performance will be held on Thursday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m. It is the world's very first (and only) Science Fiction Football Musical Comedy! Tickets go on sale this Friday, April 20 at 12:00 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2012
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts announces its production of Packer Fans from Outer Space this summer, June 8-July 22, in Vogel Hall as part of its Off Broadway series. A preview performance will be held on Thursday, June 7 at 7:30 p.m. It is the world's very first (and only) Science Fiction Football Musical Comedy! Tickets go on sale this Friday, April 20 at 12:00 p.m.
WEST SIDE STORY Closes in Milwaukee Tonight, 4/15
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2012
The tour of the smash hit Broadway revival of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Milwaukee and is presented by Broadway Across America-Milwaukee and the Marcus Center as part of the Time Warner Cable Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. WEST SIDE STORY will open at the Marcus Center on April 10-15. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction will be recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2012
The tour of the smash hit Broadway revival of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Milwaukee and is presented by Broadway Across America-Milwaukee and the Marcus Center as part of the Time Warner Cable Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. WEST SIDE STORY will open at the Marcus Center on April 10-15. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction will be recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).
First Stage’s Young Company Presents ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, 5/4-5
by Harmony Wheeler - April 11, 2012
First Stage's Young Company concludes its 2011-2012 season with Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, Friday, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 5 at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee.
by Harmony Wheeler - April 11, 2012
First Stage's Young Company concludes its 2011-2012 season with Tom Stoppard's ROSENCRANTZ AND GUILDENSTERN ARE DEAD, Friday, May 4 at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday, May 5 at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m.at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee.
WEST SIDE STORY Comes to Milwaukee, 4/10-15
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2012
The tour of the smash hit Broadway revival of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Milwaukee and is presented by Broadway Across America-Milwaukee and the Marcus Center as part of the Time Warner Cable Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. WEST SIDE STORY will open at the Marcus Center on April 10-15. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction will be recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2012
The tour of the smash hit Broadway revival of WEST SIDE STORY is coming to Milwaukee and is presented by Broadway Across America-Milwaukee and the Marcus Center as part of the Time Warner Cable Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. WEST SIDE STORY will open at the Marcus Center on April 10-15. Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents' Broadway direction will be recreated for the tour by David Saint, the Associate Director on Broadway. The original Jerome Robbins choreography is reproduced by Tony Award-nominee Joey McKneely (The Boy from Oz, The Life).
Skylight Music Theatre to Present THINGS THAT GO DING, 4/27-5/6
by Kelsey Denette - April 05, 2012
Skylight Music Theatre will present Things That Go Ding!, described as 'a musical theatre spectacle like no other, featuring an unbelievable collection of vintage, vaudeville percussion novelties known as Ding's Dynasty. Highbrow meets lowbrow in this zany and highly entertaining show.'
by Kelsey Denette - April 05, 2012
Skylight Music Theatre will present Things That Go Ding!, described as 'a musical theatre spectacle like no other, featuring an unbelievable collection of vintage, vaudeville percussion novelties known as Ding's Dynasty. Highbrow meets lowbrow in this zany and highly entertaining show.'
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