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Live Performances For Milwaukee Rep's JACOB MARLEY'S CHRISTMAS CAROL Cancelled
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2020
Due to an increase in COVID-19 cases and in response to the City of Milwaukee's Public Health Order establishing Phase 4.2 of the Moving Milwaukee Forward Safely Plan, Milwaukee Rep has cancelled all live performances of Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol  set to begin December 1.
Pabst Theater Group CEO Claims He is Being Treated Unfairly Under Milwaukee's Pandemic Order
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2020
Pabst Theater Group's CEO is claiming that the group has been treated unfairly by Mayor Tom Barrett and the Milwaukee Health Department under the city's new pandemic order.
Skylight Music Theatre Postpones LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2020
Due to the increase of COVID-19 infection rates and City of Milwaukee orders limiting in-person gatherings, Skylight Music Theatre will postpone Little Shop of Horrors, previously scheduled Nov. 13 – Dec. 27, 2020.
Renaissance Theaterworks Announces BELONGING, Three Short Plays by Playwrights of Color
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2020
Renaissance Theaterworks has created BELONGING, a virtual series of three short plays written by playwrights of color. All three of these visually stunning theatrical gems attempt to define 'Who Belongs?'
Last Chance To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2020
This is your LAST CHANCE to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
The Plymouth Arts Center Presents CELTIC CHRISTMAS
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2020
The Plymouth Arts Center will present 'Celtic Christmas' a live musical concert featuring the group Celtic Folk, Nov. 13-15 & 21-22, 2020. This a wonderful way to start the holiday season with traditional and contemporary Christmas music.
First Stage Young Company Presents Utah Shakespearean Festival Showcase
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2020
First Stage Young Company presents its Utah Shakespearean Festival Showcase. Streaming now through October 24, 2020 on YouTube.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Cast and Creative Team for LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2020
Skylight Music Theatre today announced the cast, creative team and a two-day sale for Little Shop of Horrors, running November 13 - December 27, 2020. Performances with safety protocols will take place in a socially distanced Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
First Stage Presents THE GIRL WHO SWALLOWED A CACTUS (In Your Home)
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2020
In this play, the singular actor shares the story of a group of friends who go on a wild adventure in the American Southwest after a well-dressed talking coyote steals an orange traffic cone from their junkyard summer fortress. THE GIRL WHO SWALLOWED A CACTUS is a funny and innovative play, rehearsed, performed and recorded virtually from Ms. Estrada's own home. Sponsored by Children's Wisconsin, with additional support from the United Performing Arts Fund.
Two Weeks Left To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2020
There's just two weeks left to submit nominations for the BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards - which are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade!
Democratic Party Of Wisconsin Announces HAPPY DAYS Reunion
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2020
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin will host a “Happy Days” Reunion fundraiser on Sunday, October 25 at 6pm CT with original stars from the iconic Wisconsin-set classic sitcom. 
John McGivern to Perform Socially Distanced Shows at the Pabst Theater
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2020
UP CLOSE (but not too close) with John McGivern: Holiday Edition comes to the Pabst Theater.
BWW Review: Milwaukee Opera Theatre & Danceworks Team Up for ENCHANTED PARK(ING LOT)
by Kelsey Lawler - October 16, 2020
In their sixth collaboration, Directors Jill Anna Ponasik and Dani Kuepper take the theatrics to an Enchanted Park(ing lot). Finding a way to go out of doors -- now that’s thinking outside the black box.
Milwaukee Rep Welcomes New Group of Emerging Professional Residents for Reset Season
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2020
For over 50 years, Milwaukee Rep has furthered the development of the next generations of American theater artists with their highly respected Emerging Professional Resident program. For the 2020/21 Reset Season they welcome seven EPRs in Acting, Directing & Education to gain valuable experience and to learn from experts in their respective fields.
The Plymouth Arts Center Presents New Exhibition RECENT WORK BY THE WISCONSIN WATERCOLOR SOCIETY
by BWW News Desk - October 14, 2020
The Plymouth Arts Center presents the new exhibition 'Recent Work by the Wisconsin Watercolor Society.' The exhibition will be on display in Gallery 110 North through November 27, 2020.
Danceworks and Milwaukee Opera Theatre Present Enchanted Park(ing Lot)
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2020
In their 6th collaboration together, Danceworks Performance MKE & Milwaukee Opera Theatre will take art songs outdoors this autumn for a hauntingly beautiful evening in the Danceworks Park(ing Lot).
Nominations Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards: Best Of The Decade!
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2020
This year the BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Eligibility is for productions which opened between 2011 and September 30th, 2020. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites!
Skylight Theatre Offers A New Play Live Online ME AND HER AGAINST THE WORLD
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2020
Skylight Theatre Company brings together some of LA's most talented writers, directors and actors for weekly presentations, discussions, and uplifting works, written specifically for this medium. Reservations are free here OvationTix.
Photo Flash: First Stage Presents Virtual Play THE QUEST FOR SOLOMON'S TREASURE
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2020
 First Stage begins its 2020/21 Virtual Season of Plays  with THE QUEST FOR SOLOMON’S TREASURE, an exciting new historical adventure web series that will stream exclusively for First Stage audiences.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater Announces 2020/21 Season Professional Training Institute Ensemble
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2020
Milwaukee Rep has announced the continuation of the Professional Training Institute (PTI), an advanced actor training program for students in 9-12 grade. The class of 2020/21 will consist of 15 students from 13 different high schools.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Special Events to Launch Virtual Musical BEING EARNEST
by BWW News Desk - October 07, 2020
Skylight Music Theatre today announced two special events to launch Skylight's first online/virtual, full-length musical, Being Earnest by Paul Gordon and Jay Gruska, which will be available for streaming Oct. 16 - Nov. 12, 2020.
Marcus Performing Arts Center To Offer Virtual Concert Series LIVE FROM THE WEST SIDE: WOMEN OF BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2020
Marcus Performing Arts Center announced today that it is one of a select group of nonprofit arts organizations participating in a three-part virtual concert series, Live from the West Side: Women of Broadway featuring two-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone on October 24, Tony Award winner Laura Benanti on November 14, and critically acclaimed actress and singer Vanessa Williams on December 5. Tickets go on sale October 7 at Noon.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater Holds Special One Day Sale for A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by BWW News Desk - October 05, 2020
Milwaukee Rep will welcome audiences back to its theaters that are socially distanced and revamped for the safety of everyone with a special 45th anniversary production of Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol starring Lee E. Ernst in the Quadracci Powerhouse December 1 a?" 24, 2020. 
Nominations Open For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards: Best Of The Decade!
by BWW News Desk - October 01, 2020
This year the BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards are back bigger than ever, celebrating the best in local theatre of the past decade! Eligibility is for productions which opened between 2011 and September 30th, 2020. Our local editors have set the categories and now YOU get to nominate and vote for your favorites!
Renaissance Theaterworks And Adirondack Theatre Festival Announce Co-Production
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2020
Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW) & Adirondack Theatre Festival have announced the co-production of IN THE BOX ENTERTAINMENT, a series of live, interactive virtual experiences that entertain audiences from the comfort of their homes. All shows will include a box mailed to the ticket holder prior to the show, which will fuel their at-home, interactive experience. 

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