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BWW Review: True Story of THE AMAZING LEMONADE GIRL Will Inspire All Ages at FIRST ST

BWW Review: True Story of THE AMAZING LEMONADE GIRL Will Inspire All Ages at FIRST STAGE

by Kelsey Lawler — May 9, 2022
Now playing at First Stage, The Amazing Lemonade Girl is based on the true story of Alexandra Flynn Scott, the young girl who started a childhood cancer movement by literally turning lemons into lemonade.
Photos: Sneak Peek at First Stage's LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET

Photos: Sneak Peek at First Stage's LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET

by BWW News Desk — May 7, 2022
Along the way, CJ wonders why  they don’t own a car, or headphones or an iPad like his friends.
Bestselling Children's Book THE LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET Will Come To Life In First

Bestselling Children's Book THE LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET Will Come To Life In First Stage Production

by BWW News Desk — April 28, 2022
The final First Stage production of the 2021/22 season will be THE LAST STOP ON MARKET STREET, a play adapted by Gloria Bond Clunie from the Newbery Medal-winning children's book by Matt de la Peña, with Illustrations by Christian Robinson.
Milwaukee Rep Welcomes Jermaine Murry as New Chief Diversity Officer

Milwaukee Rep Welcomes Jermaine Murry as New Chief Diversity Officer

by BWW News Desk — April 28, 2022
Artistic Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman are welcoming Jermaine Murry to Milwaukee Repertory Theater as Chief Diversity Officer focusing on equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) strategies, engagement and communications.
Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS to be Presented at Milwaukee Repertory

Agatha Christie's MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS to be Presented at Milwaukee Repertory Theater

by BWW News Desk — April 26, 2022
 Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express in the Quadracci Powerhouse, May 31 – July 1, 2022.
Photos: In Rehearsal for THE AMAZING LEMONADE GIRL World Premiere at First Stage

Photos: In Rehearsal for THE AMAZING LEMONADE GIRL World Premiere at First Stage

by BWW News Desk — April 22, 2022
First Stage presents the world premiere  production of THE AMAZING LEMONADE GIRL, written by award-winning playwright/ author, First Stage Resident Playwright and Wisconsin actor James DeVita and directed by First  Stage alum and Northern Sky Associate Artistic Director Molly Rhode, with costume d
BWW Preview: LITTLE WOMEN Musical Prepares to Charm Southeast Wisconsin at Forte Thea

BWW Preview: LITTLE WOMEN Musical Prepares to Charm Southeast Wisconsin at Forte Theatre Company

by Kelsey Lawler — April 21, 2022
The beloved story of Little Women became a Broadway musical in 2005.
Milwaukee Rep to Present GET HAPPY: ANGELA INGERSOLL SINGS JUDY GARLAND

Milwaukee Rep to Present GET HAPPY: ANGELA INGERSOLL SINGS JUDY GARLAND

by BWW News Desk — April 19, 2022
 Milwaukee Rep will present an Artists Lounge Live Production of Get Happy: Angela Ingersoll Sings Judy Garland in the Stackner Cabaret May 5 – July 1, 2022.
First Stage Young Company to Present 12th Annual Bard-O-Thon

First Stage Young Company to Present 12th Annual Bard-O-Thon

by BWW News Desk — April 19, 2022
In celebration of Shakespeare's birthday, the First Stage Theater Academy will present its 12thAnnual Bard-O-Thon Showcase, challenging Young Company members to stretch their artistic endurance as they perform as many memorized Shakespearean monologues in a row as possible throughout the day.
BEAUTY AND THE BEAT: A Peggy Lee Tribute to be Presented in SideNotes Cabaret

BEAUTY AND THE BEAT: A Peggy Lee Tribute to be Presented in SideNotes Cabaret

by BWW News Desk — April 15, 2022
The artistry of multi-faceted performer Miss Peggy Lee will be celebrated in a cabaret titled BEAUTY AND THE BEAT, April 28 through May 1, 2022 in the SideNotes Cabaret.
BWW Review: RAISIN Brings Heart & Soul to Milwaukee's Skylight Music Theatre

BWW Review: RAISIN Brings Heart & Soul to Milwaukee's Skylight Music Theatre

by Kelsey Lawler — April 14, 2022
For a moving musical portrait of 1950s Black American life, Raisin is certainly one to see.
Skylight Music Theatre Presents KIDSWRITES FUN!

Skylight Music Theatre Presents KIDSWRITES FUN!

by BWW News Desk — April 13, 2022
Skylight Music Theatre will offer free virtual performances of the newest edition of KidsWrites beginning April 18, 2022.
Youth Theatre Company Announces SUMMER SHORTS!

Youth Theatre Company Announces SUMMER SHORTS!

by BWW News Desk — April 13, 2022
The Youth Theatre Company, a community-based theater for youth and adults, will hold open auditions for its upcoming touring summer production of 'Summer Shorts!' an outdoor and indoor theatrical touring adventure.
First Stage Theater Academy Master Classes To Be Held At UW-Parkside

First Stage Theater Academy Master Classes To Be Held At UW-Parkside

by BWW News Desk — April 12, 2022
First Stage Theater Academy is holding two Master Classes at the University of Wisconsin - Parkside.
BWW Review: TITANIC THE MUSICAL is Tremendously Spectacular at the MILWAUKEE REPERTOR

BWW Review: TITANIC THE MUSICAL is Tremendously Spectacular at the MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATER

by Kelsey Lawler — April 11, 2022
Something epic has just set sail at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater.
Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes to Marcus Performing Arts Center

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Comes to Marcus Performing Arts Center

by BWW News Desk — April 9, 2022
The Marcus Performing Arts Center welcomes Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, recognized by U.
Photos: Inside Look at Milwaukee Repertory Theater's TITANIC

Photos: Inside Look at Milwaukee Repertory Theater's TITANIC

by BWW News Desk — April 9, 2022
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents the five-time Tony Award-winning musical Titanic The Musical with story and book by Peter Stone, Music and Lyrics by Maury Yeston and Orchestrations by Joshua Clayton in the Quadracci Powerhouse, April 6 - May 14, 2022.
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Presents THE ISLAND 

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Presents THE ISLAND 

by BWW News Desk — April 6, 2022
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre has announced full casting and production details for THE ISLAND by Athol Fugard, John Kani, and Winston Ntshona, directed by Mikael Burke.
Renaissance Theaterworks Announces 30th Season

Renaissance Theaterworks Announces 30th Season

by BWW News Desk — April 5, 2022
With 'Resilient' as the theme for their 30th season, Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW), “Theater by Women, for Everyone,” recently announced the plays and schedule for 2022-23.
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces 2022-23 Season

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces 2022-23 Season

by BWW News Desk — April 5, 2022
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre has announced their full 2022-23 season consisting of five full productions, the return of the celebrated Young Playwrights’ Festival Showcase, and readings of two new plays by Wisconsin playwrights in its Montgomery Davis Play Development series.
TITANIC THE MUSICAL Sets Sail At Milwaukee Rep, April 6 - May 14

TITANIC THE MUSICAL Sets Sail At Milwaukee Rep, April 6 - May 14

by BWW News Desk — April 4, 2022
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents the five-time Tony Award-winning musical Titanic The Musical with story and book by Peter Stone, Music and Lyrics by Maury Yeston and Orchestrations by Joshua Clayton in the Quadracci Powerhouse, April 6 – May 14, 2022.
BWW Review: Quirky & Hypnotic, PRELUDES Entrances at Milwaukee Opera Theatre

BWW Review: Quirky & Hypnotic, PRELUDES Entrances at Milwaukee Opera Theatre

by Kelsey Lawler — April 4, 2022
Amidst the manic chaos of a broken mind, 'Preludes' proves to be a quirky, beautifully-written piece, lovingly delivered by the team at Milwaukee Opera Theatre.
True Colors' Next Narrative Monologue Competition Milwaukee Regional Finalists Announ

True Colors' Next Narrative Monologue Competition Milwaukee Regional Finalists Announced

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2022
Milwaukee Rep has announced the True Colors' Next Narrative Monologue Competition Milwaukee Regional finalists who will compete in the National Finals onstage at Harlem's Apollo Theater in New York on May 2, 2022.
Milwaukee's First Stage to Present The World Premiere Production THE AMAZING LEMONADE

Milwaukee's First Stage to Present The World Premiere Production THE AMAZING LEMONADE GIRL

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2022
First Stage will present the world premiere production of THE AMAZING LEMONADE GIRL, written by award-winning playwright/author, First Stage Resident Playwright and Wisconsin actor James DeVita and directed by First Stage alum and Northern Sky Associate Artistic Director Molly Rhode.

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