First Stage Announces Third Season Of AMPLIFY BIPOC PLAY SERIES
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
First Stage, one of the nation's leading theaters for young people and families, is delighted to announce the third season of their Amplify BIPOC Play Series beginning August 13, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
First Stage, one of the nation's leading theaters for young people and families, is delighted to announce the third season of their Amplify BIPOC Play Series beginning August 13, 2022.
Milwaukee Black Theater Festival to Return in August
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Black Arts MKE will present the third annual Milwaukee Black Theater Festival, returning to venues across the city from August 10-14. The week-long celebration of Black arts and culture features free and ticketed events throughout each day.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Black Arts MKE will present the third annual Milwaukee Black Theater Festival, returning to venues across the city from August 10-14. The week-long celebration of Black arts and culture features free and ticketed events throughout each day.
Milwaukee's First Stage Announces Third Season Of AMPLIFY BIPOC PLAY SERIES
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
First Stage has announced the third season of their Amplify BIPOC Play Series beginning August 13, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
First Stage has announced the third season of their Amplify BIPOC Play Series beginning August 13, 2022.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Early Career Professional Internship Program
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre today announced a new Early Career Professional Internship Program for the 2022-2023 season. The ECP program is now accepting applications for performers, technicians, and a candidate interested in directing, who will perform integral functions on and off stage at Skylight.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre today announced a new Early Career Professional Internship Program for the 2022-2023 season. The ECP program is now accepting applications for performers, technicians, and a candidate interested in directing, who will perform integral functions on and off stage at Skylight.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Present Special One Day Sale For TITANIC THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Milwaukee Rep will present a One Day Sale for the remounting of Titanic The Musical, on Monday, June 20, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2022
Milwaukee Rep will present a One Day Sale for the remounting of Titanic The Musical, on Monday, June 20, 2022.
Tyne Daly Will Lead the Nation's Top Regional Theater Actors as Master Teacher for the 2022 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced renowned actor Tyne Daly will serve as the Master Teacher for the 2022 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced renowned actor Tyne Daly will serve as the Master Teacher for the 2022 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program, a national program to serve the future of American theater.
Black Arts MKE Launches New I AM. Masterclass Series With Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Principal Dancer James Gilmer
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Black Arts MKE collaborated with Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter Sorority to provide a unique week-long summer camp opportunity in dance. I AM. Masterclass will expose local youth to James Gilmer, an accomplished Black artist with the internationally acclaimed African American dance company – Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2022
Black Arts MKE collaborated with Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. Epsilon Kappa Omega Chapter Sorority to provide a unique week-long summer camp opportunity in dance. I AM. Masterclass will expose local youth to James Gilmer, an accomplished Black artist with the internationally acclaimed African American dance company – Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater.
BWW Review: MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS is Immensely Enjoyable at the Milwaukee Rep
by Kelsey Lawler - June 07, 2022
What did our critic think of Murder on the Orient Express at Milwaukee rep? If you’re a fan of the “whodunit” genre, Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express is a classic. If you don’t already know the identity of the murderer, don’t you dare go snooping around the internet to find out -- the reveal is far too delicious, as is this entire Milwaukee Repertory Theater production.
by Kelsey Lawler - June 07, 2022
What did our critic think of Murder on the Orient Express at Milwaukee rep? If you’re a fan of the “whodunit” genre, Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express is a classic. If you don’t already know the identity of the murderer, don’t you dare go snooping around the internet to find out -- the reveal is far too delicious, as is this entire Milwaukee Repertory Theater production.
Marcus Performing Arts Center Announces New Vice President of Marketing and Communications
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
The Marcus Performing Arts Center has announced that Lory Bowman has been promoted to the newly created role of Vice President of Marketing and Communications. Lory's career in the arts spans 35 years, most recently as Director of Marketing for the Marcus Performing Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2022
The Marcus Performing Arts Center has announced that Lory Bowman has been promoted to the newly created role of Vice President of Marketing and Communications. Lory's career in the arts spans 35 years, most recently as Director of Marketing for the Marcus Performing Arts Center.
Photos: First Look at MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
Get a first look at photos of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express at Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig and Directed by Annika Boras, Murder on the Orient Express takes eight suspects on one thrilling ride. The production will run in the Quadracci Powerhouse, through July 1, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2022
Get a first look at photos of Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express at Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig and Directed by Annika Boras, Murder on the Orient Express takes eight suspects on one thrilling ride. The production will run in the Quadracci Powerhouse, through July 1, 2022.
ABBA & FRIENDS - A Musical MainStage Tribute Concert Announced at Sunset Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
Celebrate those Super Troupers along with folks like Cher, Blondie, and Fleetwood Mac in our Musical MainStage ABBA & FRIENDS Concert - June 13-15, 2022. Sunset Playhouse, 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI - SunsetPlayhouse.com / 262-782-4430.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
Celebrate those Super Troupers along with folks like Cher, Blondie, and Fleetwood Mac in our Musical MainStage ABBA & FRIENDS Concert - June 13-15, 2022. Sunset Playhouse, 700 Wall Street, Elm Grove, WI - SunsetPlayhouse.com / 262-782-4430.
Rep Lab to Return to Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
Milwaukee Rep will bring back Rep Lab in the Stiemke Studio June 24-26, 2022. Featuring Milwaukee Rep’s Emerging Professional Residents (EPRs), actors, directors, stage managers and designers, Rep Lab is an opportunity to showcase the skills that the EPR’s have learned throughout their time this past season at Milwaukee Rep.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
Milwaukee Rep will bring back Rep Lab in the Stiemke Studio June 24-26, 2022. Featuring Milwaukee Rep’s Emerging Professional Residents (EPRs), actors, directors, stage managers and designers, Rep Lab is an opportunity to showcase the skills that the EPR’s have learned throughout their time this past season at Milwaukee Rep.
Dennis DeYoung, Legendary Voice of STYX, Talks His Musical HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME and Composing for Musical Theatre
by Kevin Pollack - June 02, 2022
Dennis DeYoung is a singer-songwriter, musician and producer. He is a founding member of the rock band Styx as primary songwriter, lead vocalist and keyboardist, a tenure that lasted from 1970 until June, 1999. Styx has sold 30 million records worldwide and is the only band to have four triple platinum albums in a row. His song 'Babe' went to number one on the Billboard charts, won Songwriter Magazine's song of the year and was also rewarded the People's Choice award for best song in 1980. He has also penned eight top ten singles in America and had four number ones in Canada. They include 'Come Sail Away', 'Lady', 'Best of Times', 'Mr. Roboto', 'Desert Moon', 'Show Me the Way', and 'Don't Let it End'. He starred in the 20th anniversary tour of Jesus Christ Superstar with Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson and Irene Cara for which he received a Joseph Jefferson nomination in Chicago for Best Supporting Actor. He has not only written the score for The Hunchback of Notre Dame, but also composed a new score for a version of 101 Dalmatians that toured in 2009 directed by Tony Award winning director Jerry Zaks. His Hunchback also won a Joseph Jefferson award for Best Musical in 2009.
by Kevin Pollack - June 02, 2022
Dennis DeYoung is a singer-songwriter, musician and producer. He is a founding member of the rock band Styx as primary songwriter, lead vocalist and keyboardist, a tenure that lasted from 1970 until June, 1999. Styx has sold 30 million records worldwide and is the only band to have four triple platinum albums in a row. His song 'Babe' went to number one on the Billboard charts, won Songwriter Magazine's song of the year and was also rewarded the People's Choice award for best song in 1980. He has also penned eight top ten singles in America and had four number ones in Canada. They include 'Come Sail Away', 'Lady', 'Best of Times', 'Mr. Roboto', 'Desert Moon', 'Show Me the Way', and 'Don't Let it End'. He starred in the 20th anniversary tour of Jesus Christ Superstar with Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson and Irene Cara for which he received a Joseph Jefferson nomination in Chicago for Best Supporting Actor. He has not only written the score for The Hunchback of Notre Dame, but also composed a new score for a version of 101 Dalmatians that toured in 2009 directed by Tony Award winning director Jerry Zaks. His Hunchback also won a Joseph Jefferson award for Best Musical in 2009.
Registration Now Open For Summer Theater Academy At Milwaukee's First Stage
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
First Stage Theater Academy is offering its Summer Academy programs in-person this summer with classes beginning Monday, June 13, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
First Stage Theater Academy is offering its Summer Academy programs in-person this summer with classes beginning Monday, June 13, 2022.
Audiences Share the Spotlight at BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTER SideNotes Cabaret at Sunset Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
Versatile singer/pianist CAROLYN WEHNER will lead audiences through a selection of unforgettable hits from classic and contemporary Broadway shows in a cabaret titled BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTER SINGALONG, JUNE 8 - 12, 2022 in the SIDENOTES CABARET.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
Versatile singer/pianist CAROLYN WEHNER will lead audiences through a selection of unforgettable hits from classic and contemporary Broadway shows in a cabaret titled BROADWAY BLOCKBUSTER SINGALONG, JUNE 8 - 12, 2022 in the SIDENOTES CABARET.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces SKYLIGHT IN THE PARK WITH SONDHEIM
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre announced Skylight in the Park with Sondheim, a summer fundraiser in the park on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at 6 p.m. The fundraiser will be held outdoors under the trees of Catalano Square, located steps away from Skylight’s home in the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward.
by BWW News Desk - May 31, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre announced Skylight in the Park with Sondheim, a summer fundraiser in the park on Saturday, June 18, 2022 at 6 p.m. The fundraiser will be held outdoors under the trees of Catalano Square, located steps away from Skylight’s home in the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward.
Marcella Kearns Announces Career Transition From Milwaukee Chamber Theatre To Forward Theater In Madison
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Associate Artistic Director, Marcella Kearns, has announced that she will step down following the 2021-2022 Season after 10 years of service. Kearns will transition this summer to her, in her own words, “other favorite Wisconsin theatre company,” Forward Theater Company in Madison, where she will assume the part-time role of Artistic Associate.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Associate Artistic Director, Marcella Kearns, has announced that she will step down following the 2021-2022 Season after 10 years of service. Kearns will transition this summer to her, in her own words, “other favorite Wisconsin theatre company,” Forward Theater Company in Madison, where she will assume the part-time role of Artistic Associate.
A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER To Be Presented At The Historic Malt House Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
The Malt House Theatre, Home of The Haylofters has announced its upcoming production of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman, Music, and Lyrics by Steven Lutvak, based on the novel, Israel Rank by Roy Horniman.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
The Malt House Theatre, Home of The Haylofters has announced its upcoming production of A GENTLEMAN'S GUIDE TO LOVE AND MURDER, Book and Lyrics by Robert L. Freedman, Music, and Lyrics by Steven Lutvak, based on the novel, Israel Rank by Roy Horniman.
POTTED POTTER Comes to MPAC's Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Marcus Performing Arts Center, Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions announced that, after several successful North American tours and over 400 performances at Bally's in Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff will play in Milwaukee.
by BWW News Desk - May 26, 2022
Marcus Performing Arts Center, Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions announced that, after several successful North American tours and over 400 performances at Bally's in Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff will play in Milwaukee.
BWW Review: Epic HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME Stuns with Song at SKYLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE
by Kelsey Lawler - May 24, 2022
This HUNCHBACK is staggering, extraordinary, and masterfully staged. The Skylight has outdone themselves with this season finale.
by Kelsey Lawler - May 24, 2022
This HUNCHBACK is staggering, extraordinary, and masterfully staged. The Skylight has outdone themselves with this season finale.
Matt Daniels to Star as Scrooge in A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
Milwaukee Rep has announced that beloved Milwaukeean Matt Daniels will perform the role of Scrooge in the 2022 production of A Christmas Carol in the historic Pabst Theater November 29 – Decemebr 24, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
Milwaukee Rep has announced that beloved Milwaukeean Matt Daniels will perform the role of Scrooge in the 2022 production of A Christmas Carol in the historic Pabst Theater November 29 – Decemebr 24, 2022.
Cancelled TITANIC to be Remounted in Fall 2022 at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2022
Last week Milwaukee Repertory Theater had to cancel two weeks of nearly sold out performances of Titanic The Musical due to breakthrough cases of COVID-19. In order to not disappoint the 10,000 plus ticket holders, Milwaukee Rep will remount Titanic The Musical in the fall as part of the 2022/23 Season.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2022
Last week Milwaukee Repertory Theater had to cancel two weeks of nearly sold out performances of Titanic The Musical due to breakthrough cases of COVID-19. In order to not disappoint the 10,000 plus ticket holders, Milwaukee Rep will remount Titanic The Musical in the fall as part of the 2022/23 Season.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Summer Education Programs for Young Theatre Artists
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre announced three summer youth education programs for those in elementary school (grades 3-6) and high school (grades 9-12) interested in musical theatre performance, creative writing and technical theatre.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre announced three summer youth education programs for those in elementary school (grades 3-6) and high school (grades 9-12) interested in musical theatre performance, creative writing and technical theatre.
World Premiere of ARTHUR AND FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL! & More Announced for First Stage 2022/23 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
First Stage has announced their 2022/23 season. The full season kicks off in October at the Marcus Center’s Todd Wehr Theater with the fun world premiere musical ARTHUR AND FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL! written by First Stage Resident Playwright John Maclay (THE LEGEND OF ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS), with music and lyrics by Brett Ryback.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
First Stage has announced their 2022/23 season. The full season kicks off in October at the Marcus Center’s Todd Wehr Theater with the fun world premiere musical ARTHUR AND FRIENDS MAKE A MUSICAL! written by First Stage Resident Playwright John Maclay (THE LEGEND OF ROCK, PAPER, SCISSORS), with music and lyrics by Brett Ryback.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater Cancels Remainder Of TITANIC THE MUSICAL Run Due to Cast Covid-19 Cases
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2022
Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s production of Titanic The Musical scheduled through May 14, 2022 in the Quadracci Powerhouse have been cancelled due to breakthrough cases of COVID-19 amongst the cast.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2022
Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s production of Titanic The Musical scheduled through May 14, 2022 in the Quadracci Powerhouse have been cancelled due to breakthrough cases of COVID-19 amongst the cast.
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