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A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns With Full Ensemble And Young Performers at Historic Pabst Theater
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2021
Make up for lost time with family and friends this holiday season as Milwaukee Rep's full ensemble production of A Christmas Carol joyfully returns to the historic Pabst Theater with Lee E. Ernst as Scrooge, November 30 – December 24, 2021.  Adapted by Artistic Director Mark Clements, A Christmas Carol is one of the best-known and loved stories in the English language. 
Photos: First Look at STEEL MAGNOLIAS at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - November 09, 2021
Steel Magnolias will be the first play with a live audience in Milwaukee Rep's Quadracci Powerhouse in over 18 months. As a way to say THANK YOU, Milwaukee Rep is offering free tickets to local Healthcare Workers to performances on November 10 at 7:30pm, November 11 at 7:30pm and November 14 at 7pm.
Milwaukee's First Stage to Present A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2021
This holiday season brings the joyful return of First Stage's production of Charles M. Schulz's A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS to the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater.
BWW Review: DAD'S SEASON TICKETS is a Love Letter to Packer Nation at the MILWAUKEE REP
by Kelsey Lawler - November 02, 2021
At the intersection of Packer fandom, Wisconsin pride, and musical theater lies Dad’s Season Tickets.
THE CAKE is Now Being Performed by Renaissance Theaterworks
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2021
The play is directed by RTW's Co-Founder and Artistic Director Suzan Fete and stars Tara Mallen, April Paul, Courtney Tucker, Sam White and Michael Pink
DAD'S SEASON TICKETS is Running at Milwaukee Reparatory Theatre Through January
by Gigi Gervais - October 31, 2021
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will present Dad’s Season Tickets a new musical comedy celebrating family, folly and football in the Stackner Cabaret, October 29, 2021-January 2, 2022.
BWW Review: Surprising & Surreal WINK is a Winner
by Kelsey Lawler - October 31, 2021
Going blindly into The Constructivists' Wink was the right choice. I'd read the brief synopsis, but that only claws at the surface of what this refreshingly absurd, surrealist dark comedy is all about.
First Stage's THE TALE OF LA LLORONA Starts Streaming Tomorrow
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2021
The final play in First Stage's fall 2021 Amplify – BIPOC  Short Play Series, and just in time for Halloween, will be THE TALE OF LA LLORONA AS TOLD BY  CONSUELO CHAVEZ, a world premiere play by José Casas with music by Frank Pahl. Milwaukee  director/actor David Flores will direct this production.
Nominations Close Sunday For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards
by BWW Staff - October 26, 2021
These are the final weeks to submit nominees for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021. Nominations close Sunday, October 31st, 2021.
All In Productions Presents A Workshop Of New Work ABSENT
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2021
All In Productions presents a workshop production of Absent, a multimedia new work written by Adam Qutaishat.
MPAC Presents YOU CAN IF YOU WILL: THE JERRY KRAMER STORY
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2021
The Marcus Performing Arts Center has announced an exclusive screening of the feature-length documentary film, You Can If You Will: The Jerry Kramer Story. The screening event will take place in Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at 3pm and 8pm.
First Stage to Stream THE TALE OF LA LLORONA AS TOLD BY CONSUELO CHAVEZ
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2021
The final play in First Stage's fall 2021 Amplify - BIPOC Short Play Series, and just in time for Halloween, will be THE TALE OF LA LLORONA AS TOLD BY CONSUELO CHAVEZ, a world premiere play by José Casas with music by Frank Pahl. Milwaukee director/actor David Flores will direct this production.
Chicago's Famed Second City Will Return To MPAC For The Holidays
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2021
While the weather outside could be frightful, the laughter inside is most delightful as comedy's best and brightest roast the chestnuts out of all the things we lovingly loathe about the holiday season in The Second City's It's A Wild, Wacky, Wonderful Life.
POTTED POTTER Comes to Marcus Performing Arts Center in December
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2021
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. Created by two-time Olivier Award–nominated BBC Television actors Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner, the show will cast a spell over the Marcus Performing Arts Center, from December 21st to January 2nd.
THE CAKE Will Be Performed by Renaissance Theaterworks Beginning This Week
by BWW News Desk - October 21, 2021
Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW) presents THE CAKE by Bekah Brunstetter, October 22 - November 14, at their new artistic home, 255 S. Water St. The play is directed by RTW's Co-Founder and Artistic Director Suzan Fete and stars Tara Mallen, April Paul, Courtney Tucker, Sam White and Michael Pink
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Cast & Creative Team For LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2021
Skylight Music Theatre presents the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors November 19, 2021 – January 2, 2022, offering hilarious entertainment for the whole family during the holidays and New Year.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Cast & Team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2021
Skylight Music Theatre will present the hit musical Little Shop of Horrors November 19, 2021 – January 2, 2022, offering hilarious entertainment for the whole family during the holidays and New Year. In-person performances take place in the beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward.
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards
by BWW Staff - October 20, 2021
These are the final weeks to submit nominees for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.
First Stage's Annual ImpACT Event Highlights Community Impact And Commitment
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2021
First Stage, one of the nation's leading theaters for young people and families, held its 9th Annual ImpACT Event on Thursday, September 30, 2021, at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center. The event is held annually to introduce new supporters to First Stage and showcase its impact in the community.
STEW By Zora Howard Will Have its Milwaukee Premiere This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2021
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre announce full casting and production details for STEW by Zora Howard, a 2021 Pulitzer Prize Finalist play and Milwaukee Premiere.
Milwaukee Rep's STEEL MAGNOLIAS Offers Free Tickets For Healthcare Workers
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2021
Steel Magnolias will be the first play with a live audience in Milwaukee Rep's Quadracci Powerhouse in over 18 months.  As a way to say THANK YOU, Milwaukee Rep is offering free tickets to local Healthcare Workers to performances on November 10 at 7:30pm, November 11 at 7:30pm and November 14 at 7pm. 
STEEL MAGNOLIAS Team Truvy Awards Honors Milwaukee Area Salons
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2021
Milwaukee Repertory Theater will honor four salon honorees and eight salon honorable mentions with the Steel Magnolias Team Truvy Awards during the run of Steel Magnolias, November 9 – December 5, 2021.
Milwaukee Ballet Will Return to the Stage With CONNECT
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2021
 Milwaukee Ballet leaps back into action this month with Connect, the first production of its 2021/22 Season of Inspiration. This contemporary dance program unites three choreographers from around the world for a vibrant celebration of creativity and movement that will take center stage at the Marcus Performing Arts Center October 28-31, 2021.
Luminare Announces 2021 Concert Tour Coming To Marcus Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2021
Experience a Christmas Concert Event that will take you on a powerful visual and musical journey. Re-imaginings of Christmas Classics as well as brand new music will arouse your senses and emotions, leaving you feeling the joy and majesty of the most wonderful time of the year!
Final Weeks To Submit Nominations For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards
by BWW Staff - October 06, 2021
These are the final weeks to submit nominees for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

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