Renaissance Theaterworks Presents the Samuel French 44th Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2019
Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW), Milwaukee's only professional theater company dedicated to improving gender parity in the arts, returns to New York City to produce the short play, ALL OF THE EVERYTHING byAlayna Jacqueline (Barnes) at this year's Samuel French 44th Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival (OOB) in August 2019.
by BWW News Desk - July 16, 2019
Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW), Milwaukee's only professional theater company dedicated to improving gender parity in the arts, returns to New York City to produce the short play, ALL OF THE EVERYTHING byAlayna Jacqueline (Barnes) at this year's Samuel French 44th Off Off Broadway Short Play Festival (OOB) in August 2019.
Milwaukee Rep Hosts One Day Sale For A CHRISTMAS CAROL Monday, July 22
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater announces the return of the popular One Day Sale for the hit adaptation of the holiday favorite A Christmas Carol on Monday, July 22.
by BWW News Desk - July 15, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater announces the return of the popular One Day Sale for the hit adaptation of the holiday favorite A Christmas Carol on Monday, July 22.
No Studios Presents Inaugural Dance Fest, July 19-20
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
NO STUDIOS, a hub for the creative arts in downtown Milwaukee that launched in October 2018, has announced its inaugural NO Studios Dance Fest, taking place July 19-20 at NO Studios and the Sherman Phoenix community event space. Dancers from the acclaimed NYC-based Ailey II - the second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater - will perform two pieces during the event, with additional performances from an eclectic mix of Milwaukee's top dance troupes.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
NO STUDIOS, a hub for the creative arts in downtown Milwaukee that launched in October 2018, has announced its inaugural NO Studios Dance Fest, taking place July 19-20 at NO Studios and the Sherman Phoenix community event space. Dancers from the acclaimed NYC-based Ailey II - the second company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater - will perform two pieces during the event, with additional performances from an eclectic mix of Milwaukee's top dance troupes.
MYSO to Tour Ireland July 14-23
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
The Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) will embark on a performance tour of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland from July 14 -23, 2019. Performances will take place in the cities of Belfast at the renowned Ulster Hall, in Wexford at the National Opera House, and in Dublin at the famed National Concert Hall, which has become the center of music and culture in Ireland.
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2019
The Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) will embark on a performance tour of Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland from July 14 -23, 2019. Performances will take place in the cities of Belfast at the renowned Ulster Hall, in Wexford at the National Opera House, and in Dublin at the famed National Concert Hall, which has become the center of music and culture in Ireland.
Milwaukee's Renaissance Theaterworks On The Move!
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW), Milwaukee's only professional theater company dedicated to improving gender parity in the arts, is proud to announce that they will move to a new artistic home at the Next Act Theatre (NAT) building located just over the Milwaukee Street bridge in Walker's Point at 255 S. Water Street at the beginning of its 2020-2021 production season. The 27-year-old theater company will perform one last season in its current home, the Broadway Theatre Center located in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward at 158 N. Broadway before the move.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Renaissance Theaterworks (RTW), Milwaukee's only professional theater company dedicated to improving gender parity in the arts, is proud to announce that they will move to a new artistic home at the Next Act Theatre (NAT) building located just over the Milwaukee Street bridge in Walker's Point at 255 S. Water Street at the beginning of its 2020-2021 production season. The 27-year-old theater company will perform one last season in its current home, the Broadway Theatre Center located in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward at 158 N. Broadway before the move.
ANASTASIA Journeys to Marcus Center This Month
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Watch the tale revolving around 'home, love, family' as Anastasia plays at the Marcus Center July 23-28.
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2019
Watch the tale revolving around 'home, love, family' as Anastasia plays at the Marcus Center July 23-28.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Director, Cast For Holiday Production Of NEWSIES
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2019
Skylight Music Theatre today announced members of the creative team and cast for Skylight's holiday show, Disney's Newsies, running November 15 through December 22, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - July 08, 2019
Skylight Music Theatre today announced members of the creative team and cast for Skylight's holiday show, Disney's Newsies, running November 15 through December 22, 2019.
WEST SIDE STORY On-Sale Breaks Box Office Records At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater kicks off the 201920 Season with a record-breaking on-sale for the iconic American musical West Side Story based on a conception of Jerome Robbins with book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The Monday, June 24, 2019 on-sale event resulted in nearly $300,000 in sales, making it the highest grossing on-sale for a musical in the Quadracci Powerhouse, beating out last year's record holder In The Heights. Several performances are nearly sold out and several performances only have individual seats left. Best availability is Sunday-Thursday the first two weeks of the run. West Side Story runs September 17 - October 27, 2019 in the Quadracci Powerhouse. Purchase tickets at www.MilwaukeeRep.com, by calling the Ticket Office at 414-224-9490 or in person at 108 E. Wells Street in downtown Milwaukee.
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater kicks off the 201920 Season with a record-breaking on-sale for the iconic American musical West Side Story based on a conception of Jerome Robbins with book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. The Monday, June 24, 2019 on-sale event resulted in nearly $300,000 in sales, making it the highest grossing on-sale for a musical in the Quadracci Powerhouse, beating out last year's record holder In The Heights. Several performances are nearly sold out and several performances only have individual seats left. Best availability is Sunday-Thursday the first two weeks of the run. West Side Story runs September 17 - October 27, 2019 in the Quadracci Powerhouse. Purchase tickets at www.MilwaukeeRep.com, by calling the Ticket Office at 414-224-9490 or in person at 108 E. Wells Street in downtown Milwaukee.
Milwaukee Rep Elects New Board Trustees
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud to announce five newly elected Board Trustees that will serve a three-year term starting July 1, 2019. They include: Andres Gonzalez, Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer Froedert & Medical College of Wisconsin; Bill Guc, Vice President & Controller for WEC Energy Group; Thomas R. Irgens, Executive Vice President Irgens; James N. Phillips, shareholder in Godfrey & Kahn, S.C; and Christopher Rowland, Global Diversity Officer at ManpowerGroup.
by BWW News Desk - June 25, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud to announce five newly elected Board Trustees that will serve a three-year term starting July 1, 2019. They include: Andres Gonzalez, Vice President, Chief Diversity Officer Froedert & Medical College of Wisconsin; Bill Guc, Vice President & Controller for WEC Energy Group; Thomas R. Irgens, Executive Vice President Irgens; James N. Phillips, shareholder in Godfrey & Kahn, S.C; and Christopher Rowland, Global Diversity Officer at ManpowerGroup.
Tyne Daly Announced As One Of The 2019 Lunt-Fontanne Fellows
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
During the week of July 14th-20th, Ms. Tyne Daly and more will lead actors in in intensive Master Classes.
by BWW News Desk - June 21, 2019
During the week of July 14th-20th, Ms. Tyne Daly and more will lead actors in in intensive Master Classes.
Tyne Daly Named Master Teacher of Ten Chimneys Foundation's Fellowship Program
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Ten Chimneys Foundation announces Tyne Daly as the 2019 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Ten Chimneys Foundation announces Tyne Daly as the 2019 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
Casting Announcement For Milwaukee Rep Fall 2019/20 Season
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater announces the cast and creative teams for the 201920 Season shows 2 Pianos 4 Hands, The Niceties, The Nerd and Nunsense.
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater announces the cast and creative teams for the 201920 Season shows 2 Pianos 4 Hands, The Niceties, The Nerd and Nunsense.
WCT & OTC Present THE AMISH PROJECT
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
The Waukesha Civic Theatre, in partnership with Outskirts Theatre Company, present The Amish Project, running July 5-7, 2019.Waukesha Civic Theatre is committed to inclusive casting and building a diverse representation on our stage.
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2019
The Waukesha Civic Theatre, in partnership with Outskirts Theatre Company, present The Amish Project, running July 5-7, 2019.Waukesha Civic Theatre is committed to inclusive casting and building a diverse representation on our stage.
Milwaukee Ballet Hits The Streets With Free Activities And Performances In Ballet Beat
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Milwaukee Ballet announces its Ballet Beat summer program will launch June 24, 2019. Now in its third year, this month-long tour of free activities and performance brings ballet into libraries, community centers and senior centers throughout the Greater Milwaukee area.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Milwaukee Ballet announces its Ballet Beat summer program will launch June 24, 2019. Now in its third year, this month-long tour of free activities and performance brings ballet into libraries, community centers and senior centers throughout the Greater Milwaukee area.
U.S. Coast Guard Band Comes to Marcus Performing Arts Center
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Saturday, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee, the U.S. Coast Guard Band performs in concert as part of their 2019 tour of the Great Lakes region. Director, Lieutenant Commander Adam Williamson, and Assistant Director, Chief Warrant Officer Jeffrey Spenner bring you a rousing program featuring the Band's talented soloists and wide ranging repertoire for wind ensemble.
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2019
Saturday, August 10 at 7:00 p.m. at the Marcus Performing Arts Center in Milwaukee, the U.S. Coast Guard Band performs in concert as part of their 2019 tour of the Great Lakes region. Director, Lieutenant Commander Adam Williamson, and Assistant Director, Chief Warrant Officer Jeffrey Spenner bring you a rousing program featuring the Band's talented soloists and wide ranging repertoire for wind ensemble.
WEST SIDE STORY One Day Sale Annoucned At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater kicks off the 201920 Season with the iconic American musical West Side Story based on a conception of Jerome Robbins with book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. This passionate adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is filled with some of the most unforgettable songs including "Maria," "Tonight, "I Feel Pretty" and "America" telling the greatest love story ever told in a larger-than-life musical. Buy tickets during the One Day Sale on Monday, June 24 and save 25% off adult tickets when using promotional code WSS.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater kicks off the 201920 Season with the iconic American musical West Side Story based on a conception of Jerome Robbins with book by Arthur Laurents, music by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim. This passionate adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet is filled with some of the most unforgettable songs including "Maria," "Tonight, "I Feel Pretty" and "America" telling the greatest love story ever told in a larger-than-life musical. Buy tickets during the One Day Sale on Monday, June 24 and save 25% off adult tickets when using promotional code WSS.
WCT & ACAP Present THE ACAP DOUBLE FEATURE
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
The Waukesha Civic Theatre presents The ACAP Double Feature, running July 12-13, 2019. Waukesha Civic Theatre is committed to inclusive casting and building a diverse representation on the stage.
by BWW News Desk - June 14, 2019
The Waukesha Civic Theatre presents The ACAP Double Feature, running July 12-13, 2019. Waukesha Civic Theatre is committed to inclusive casting and building a diverse representation on the stage.
Free Entertainment Returns To The Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
Live @ Peck Pavilion returns to the Marcus Performing Arts Center grounds this summer. The season will run from June 26 through September 5 with each day of the series featuring a different program focus. Optimist Theatre: Shakespeare in the Park returns to Peck Pavilion from June 26-July 13 with their presentation of The Comedy of Errors. Community Partners, Milwaukee Ballet's Ballet Beat, True Skool Block Party and Milwaukee Fringe Festival, also return this summer. All events in Peck Pavilion are free and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
Live @ Peck Pavilion returns to the Marcus Performing Arts Center grounds this summer. The season will run from June 26 through September 5 with each day of the series featuring a different program focus. Optimist Theatre: Shakespeare in the Park returns to Peck Pavilion from June 26-July 13 with their presentation of The Comedy of Errors. Community Partners, Milwaukee Ballet's Ballet Beat, True Skool Block Party and Milwaukee Fringe Festival, also return this summer. All events in Peck Pavilion are free and open to the public.
Shakespeare In The Park Presents THE COMEDY OF ERRORS At Peck Pavilion
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
Milwaukee's Free Shakespeare in the Park (SITP) celebrates their milestone 10th season with its 2019 production of "The Comedy of Errors."
by BWW News Desk - June 12, 2019
Milwaukee's Free Shakespeare in the Park (SITP) celebrates their milestone 10th season with its 2019 production of "The Comedy of Errors."
Milwaukee Rep Names Three Women to Leadership Roles
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman are expanding the leadership team at Milwaukee Repertory Theater with three exceptional female leaders.
by BWW News Desk - June 11, 2019
Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman are expanding the leadership team at Milwaukee Repertory Theater with three exceptional female leaders.
Skylight Music Theatre Artistic Director Ray Jivoff Named Milwaukee City Arts Board Artist Of The Year
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
The City of Milwaukee Arts Board announced that veteran actor, educator, and Skylight Music Theatre Artistic Director Ray Jivoff has been named a 2019 Artist of the Year, along with visual artist Rosemary Ollison.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2019
The City of Milwaukee Arts Board announced that veteran actor, educator, and Skylight Music Theatre Artistic Director Ray Jivoff has been named a 2019 Artist of the Year, along with visual artist Rosemary Ollison.
Celebrate Flag Day At The Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
The Marcus Performing Arts Center is hosting its 10th annual Flag Day Celebration on Friday, June 14, which is sponsored by CBRE|ESI, WaterStone Bank, and Yontz Valor Foundation and presented by the Marcus Performing Arts Center. Festivities are at the Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion beginning at 11:00 am. The theme is Honoring the Dead by Serving the Living and this event is free and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - June 06, 2019
The Marcus Performing Arts Center is hosting its 10th annual Flag Day Celebration on Friday, June 14, which is sponsored by CBRE|ESI, WaterStone Bank, and Yontz Valor Foundation and presented by the Marcus Performing Arts Center. Festivities are at the Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion beginning at 11:00 am. The theme is Honoring the Dead by Serving the Living and this event is free and open to the public.
Milwaukee's First Stage Announces Expanded Playwrights-In-Residence
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
In support of their continued commitment to new play development through their Foundry Stage Series, First Stage, one of the nation's leading theaters for young people and families, is proud to announce their Playwrights-in-Residence: Alice Austen, James DeVita, John Maclay and Alvaro Saar Rios.
by BWW News Desk - June 05, 2019
In support of their continued commitment to new play development through their Foundry Stage Series, First Stage, one of the nation's leading theaters for young people and families, is proud to announce their Playwrights-in-Residence: Alice Austen, James DeVita, John Maclay and Alvaro Saar Rios.
BWW Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM is Pure Magic at the Milwaukee Ballet
by Kelsey Lawler - June 01, 2019
Fairy kings and queens, mischievous woodland spirits, young lovers, and merry buffoons - nearly all of Shakespeare's characters are present in the wondrous production that is A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Milwaukee Ballet. The company, armed with stunning Bruce Wells choreography, cast a spell of dance that's not to be missed, whether you're a lover of classical ballet, fairytale magic, or the Bard's most bewitching comedy.
by Kelsey Lawler - June 01, 2019
Fairy kings and queens, mischievous woodland spirits, young lovers, and merry buffoons - nearly all of Shakespeare's characters are present in the wondrous production that is A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Milwaukee Ballet. The company, armed with stunning Bruce Wells choreography, cast a spell of dance that's not to be missed, whether you're a lover of classical ballet, fairytale magic, or the Bard's most bewitching comedy.
The Performing Arts Find A New Stage At Saint Kate; The Arts Hotel Opens June 4
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel, Milwaukee's first and only arts hotel, is the community's stage. Opening June 4, 2019, Saint Kate is a home for dancers, comedians, singers, actors, musicians, filmmakers and other artists to discover and create. Led by programming director, John Price, the hotel's very own Arc Theatre, a 90-seat black box theatre, will serve as the heart - and main stage - for a variety of artful entertainment that will be home to some of the area's most talented creative citizens.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2019
Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel, Milwaukee's first and only arts hotel, is the community's stage. Opening June 4, 2019, Saint Kate is a home for dancers, comedians, singers, actors, musicians, filmmakers and other artists to discover and create. Led by programming director, John Price, the hotel's very own Arc Theatre, a 90-seat black box theatre, will serve as the heart - and main stage - for a variety of artful entertainment that will be home to some of the area's most talented creative citizens.
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Mrs. Christie
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