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All In Productions Announces Next Show THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
All In Productions, a Milwaukee-based theater company that emphasizes the employment of local actors and artists, announced its next production will be The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.
Feast Of Crispian Announce National Veterans Theater Festival At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2019
Feast of Crispian, a non-profit theater organization that uses the works of Shakespeare to work with military veterans, is proud to announce the first-ever National Veterans Theater Festival, which will take place at Milwaukee Repertory Theater's Stiemke Studio May 23-26, 2019. The festival will offer Milwaukee veteran and civilian audiences a chance to see performances by a wide array of veteran actors and artists who will explore issues of race, returning home, and processing their (military) experiences.  
BWW Review: Music & Mayhem Delight in THINGS THAT GO DING! at Skylight Music Theatre
by Kelsey Lawler - February 26, 2019
Michael 'Ding' Lorenz boasts crazy talent alongside an outrageous instrument collection that warrants awe-inspired sighs and, as the Skylight Music Theatre proves, a show all its own. Things That Go Ding! played to sold-out audiences in 2012, and now it's back and bigger than ever in the Cabot Theatre. 
The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra Swings Into Milwaukee
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2019
The first Glenn Miller Orchestra did not make it at all. It was a total and absolute economic failure. But Glenn knew what he wanted, held to that dedication and relentlessly worked to succeed. He launched his second band-the one that lives on today-in March of 1938. The Glenn Miller Orchestra has been a 'hit' ever since.
Tickets on Sale March 1st for Northern Sky Theater's 2019 Summer & Fall Seasons
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
 Northern Sky Theater announces ticket sales and casting for the 2019 Summer and Fall Seasons in Door County, Wisconsin.
The Second City Presents IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S ME, THE SECOND CITY
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2019
The Second City has been laughing at love and its infinite scroll of side effects for decades. In the world-famous comedy company's latest laughter-inducing undertaking, IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S ME, THE SECOND CITY takes shots at heartbreak, missed connections and the mire of human relationships. Your friends, your parents, even your blind date will find something achingly familiar to laugh at, thanks to comedy's newest generation of writers and performers...who all fit squarely into the "it's complicated" category!
BWW Review: Spellbinding CHINESE LADY Gives Voice to Lost History at The Milwaukee Rep
by Kelsey Lawler - February 20, 2019
Curiosity is part of our humanity. It is also 'human nature to forget,' writes playwright Lloyd Suh. Thanks to the Milwaukee Repertory Theater's New Play Development Program, the World Premiere of Suh's 'The Chinese Lady' imparts an utterly unforgettable piece of theater, while also embedding the fascinating and extraordinarily troubling story of Afong Moy into hearts and minds.
Casting Announced For Final Shows In The 2018/19 Season At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater announces the complete cast and creative teams for the 2018/19 Season final Spring shows including Ring of Fire, Every Brilliant Thing, and Two Trains Running. 
Masters Of Soul Comes Back To Milwaukee
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2019
Masters of Soul is a celebration of the legendary songs and performers that defined Motown and soul music. This 90-minute show features stylishly costumed, fully choreographed performances of both male and female groups backed by a live band. For many, Masters of Soul is the ultimate stroll down memory lane.
BWW Review: GENESIS Competition Creates the Future of Dance at the Milwaukee Ballet
by Kelsey Lawler - February 15, 2019
'Genesis' is a world-class choreographic competition, offering dancers and audiences alike the chance to break from tradition, experience something more contemporary, and discover new talent that will shape the Milwaukee ballet scene in the year to come.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Leads For KISS ME, KATE
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
Love is in the air this Valentine's Day, and Skylight Music Theatre is celebrating by announcing the leads for Kiss Me, Kate, running May 17 June 9, 2019. The cast will be led by R na Roman playing Kate/Lilli Vanessi and Andrew Varela as Petruchio/Fred Graham. Kiss Me, Kate sizzles with onstage romance and backstage passion. It won the very first Tony Award for Best Musical and features such unforgettable songs as So in Love, Another Op'nin', Another Show, Why Can't You Behave? and Too Darn Hot. Blending the irreverent humor of William Shakespeare and Cole Porter, this brilliant battle of the sexes follows a tempestuous couple as they struggle to present a musical version of Taming of the Shrew. Roman was last seen at Skylight as Yum-Yum in Hot Mikado and Nina in In The Heights. Varela was most recently seen at Skylight as Sweeney in Sweeney Todd and Daddy Warbucks in Annie.
Photo Flash: THE CHINESE LADY Announced At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents The Chinese Lady, a new play by Lloyd Suh, a leading voice in American drama, in the Stiemke Studio February 13 - March 24.  Directed by Rep Associate Artistic Director May Adrales (In the Heights, Milwaukee Rep), the cast featuring two Rep new comers Lisa Helmi Johanson (Avenue Q tour) as Afong Moy and Jon Norman Schneider (House Rules, Ma-Yi Theater Company) as Atung.
The Celtic Tenors Play The Marcus Centre March 1st
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
See world renowned The Celtic Tenors kick off their new US tour at The Marcus Theatre, Milwaukee, WI, Friday, 1st March at 7.30 p.m.  Tickets are $50.00, and are available from the box office, and through The Celtic Tenors website
IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S ME, THE SECOND CITY Sends Up Break-ups And Make-ups And Teams Up With Lakefront Brewery
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2019
The Second City has been laughing at love and its infinite scroll of side effects for decades. In the world-famous comedy company's latest laughter-inducing undertaking, IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S ME, THE SECOND CITY takes shots at heartbreak, missed connections and the mire of human relationships. Your friends, your parents, even your blind date will find something achingly familiar to laugh at, thanks to comedy's newest generation of writers and performers...who all fit squarely into the "it's complicated" category!
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Comes to Milwaukee
by BWW News Desk - February 12, 2019
Broadway at the Marcus Center and Broadway Across America-Milwaukee present the Milwaukee engagement of the Tony Award-nominated Broadway revival of Fiddler on the Roof at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts from February 12-17, 2019. Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 30 at 10:00 am at the Marcus Center Box Office and can purchased in person at 929 North Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee, by phone at 414-273-7206, or online at MarcusCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com. Groups 10 or more can purchase NOW and SAVE by calling Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x210 or x213.
THE BAND'S VISIT, HAMILTON, DEAR EVAN HANSEN And More Announced For Broadway At the Marcus 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 11, 2019
Johnson Financial Group Broadway at the Marcus Center and Broadway Across America-Milwaukee are proud to announce the Broadway Musicals, HAMILTON, and pop culture phenomenon DEAR EVAN HANSEN, will play their Milwaukee premiere engagements and anchor the 2019-2020 season. 
Skylight Music Theatre Announces 2019-2020 Season
by BWW News Desk - February 05, 2019
Artistic Director Ray Jivoff today unveiled Skylight Music Theatre's 2019-2020 season, which will mark the theatre's 60th Anniversary.
WEST SIDE STORY, HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH & More Will Play Milwaukee Repertory Theater in 2019-20
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Artistic Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman have just announced Milwaukee Repertory Theater's 2019/20 Season, which celebrates the 10th Anniversary Season of Artistic Director Mark Clements with 15 productions across four venues in the Patty & Jay Baker Theater Complex.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For CARMINA BURANA At Skylight Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - February 04, 2019
Skylight Music Theatre announced the cast and creative team for Carmina Burana running Friday, March 15 through Sunday, March 31, 2019 in Skylight's beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
The Inaugural Cesar E. Chávez Birthday Celebration Will Be March 24
by BWW News Desk - February 01, 2019
The Marcus Center is putting together a free inaugural event that focuses on educating our community about the legacy of Cesar E. Chavez on Sunday, March 24 at 1:00 pm. Chavez was an unselfish advocate of social justice and respect for human dignity.
GUESS WHO'S COMING TO DINNER to Feature in WCT PIX Flix
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
Once a month, for only $5 a ticket, come see a movie in this historic building! All movies will begin at 6:30 pm. We have Pop's Kettle Corn, cookies, pretzels, beef sticks, beer, wine, soda, water, and a variety of hot drinks at our concession stand!
WCT Presents Comic Cabaret MY FUNNY VALENTINE
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
The Waukesha Civic Theatre presents My Funny Valentine on Thursday, February 14, 2019 at 7:30 pm.
THE UNDERPANTS Opens Next Week in Waukesha
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
The Waukesha Civic Theatre presents The Underpants, running February 8th-24th, 2019.
WCT Names New Managing Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - January 31, 2019
The Waukesha Civic Theatre is in its 62nd season, located in historic Downtown Waukesha. We are a non-profit corporation whose mission is to provide quality live theatre performances and educational opportunities that will enrich, challenge and entertain both participants and audience members. There have been six managing directors over the past 62 years. We are excited to announce our seventh: Rhonda Marie Schmidt. As of February 11th, Rhonda will take over from John Cramer, who has moved on to become the Director of the Oconomowoc Arts Center.
BWW Review: FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE Heats Up The Skylight Music Theatre
by Kelsey Lawler - January 31, 2019
It's the talk of rhythm town, ya dig? Five Guys Named Moe at the Skylight brings crazy energy, big voices, and hot moves to the Cabot Theatre.

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