VIDEO: Get A First Look At Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical At First Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2019
Milwaukee theater audiences young and old are in for a real treat this January when First Stage proudly presents Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical, Book by Dennis Kelly and Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin.
by BWW News Desk - January 29, 2019
Milwaukee theater audiences young and old are in for a real treat this January when First Stage proudly presents Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical, Book by Dennis Kelly and Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin.
Photo Flash: First Stage Presents Inaugural Forge Production LOCOMOTION
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Acclaimed as "lively" and "lyrical" by The Washington Post and written by award-winning author/playwright Jacqueline Woodson, LOCOMOTION chronicles the thoughtful, creative, 11-year-old Lonnie Collins Motion, who discovers a passion for poetry as a way to express his feelings as he navigates life following his parents' death and his placement in the foster care system. Weaving together Lonnie's past and present, humor flows through the play's eccentric and witty characters poignantly revealing his journey of hope from tragedy to a brighter future.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Acclaimed as "lively" and "lyrical" by The Washington Post and written by award-winning author/playwright Jacqueline Woodson, LOCOMOTION chronicles the thoughtful, creative, 11-year-old Lonnie Collins Motion, who discovers a passion for poetry as a way to express his feelings as he navigates life following his parents' death and his placement in the foster care system. Weaving together Lonnie's past and present, humor flows through the play's eccentric and witty characters poignantly revealing his journey of hope from tragedy to a brighter future.
BWW Review: MARK TWAIN'S RIVER OF SONG Soothes & Inspires at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Kelsey Lawler - January 25, 2019
From the first chords they strum, the terrific trio of Harvy Blanks, David Lutken, and Spiff Wiegand plant smiles on faces and set toes a-tappin'.
by Kelsey Lawler - January 25, 2019
From the first chords they strum, the terrific trio of Harvy Blanks, David Lutken, and Spiff Wiegand plant smiles on faces and set toes a-tappin'.
Theater RED Invites Milwaukee To 'Be Italian' With NINE The Musical
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Che bello! Theater RED proudly announces a new addition to the company! Eric Welch joins Theater RED as Artistic Associate following his collaboration with the company in June of 2018 for the Wisconsin premiere of I'LL EAT YOU LAST: A CHAT WITH SUE MENGERS. Eric Welch directed this one-woman comedic romp as a co-production with his theater company, Untitled Productions.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2019
Che bello! Theater RED proudly announces a new addition to the company! Eric Welch joins Theater RED as Artistic Associate following his collaboration with the company in June of 2018 for the Wisconsin premiere of I'LL EAT YOU LAST: A CHAT WITH SUE MENGERS. Eric Welch directed this one-woman comedic romp as a co-production with his theater company, Untitled Productions.
Cast And Creative Team Announced For THINGS I KNOW TO BE TRUE at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is pleased to announce the complete cast and creative team for the American premiere of Things I Know to be True by Australian playwright Andrew Bovell in the Quadracci Powerhouse March 5-31, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is pleased to announce the complete cast and creative team for the American premiere of Things I Know to be True by Australian playwright Andrew Bovell in the Quadracci Powerhouse March 5-31, 2019.
Marquette University And N? STUDIOS Creative Arts Hub Partner To Create Emerging Filmmaker Fellowship
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
To foster a thriving filmmaking community in the Greater Milwaukee area, N STUDIOS creative arts hub and Marquette University are launching an Emerging Filmmaker Fellowship program, the university announced today. This Artist in Residence program will encourage collaboration, networking, resource sharing, peer-to-peer feedback and professional development education for local, emerging filmmakers.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2019
To foster a thriving filmmaking community in the Greater Milwaukee area, N STUDIOS creative arts hub and Marquette University are launching an Emerging Filmmaker Fellowship program, the university announced today. This Artist in Residence program will encourage collaboration, networking, resource sharing, peer-to-peer feedback and professional development education for local, emerging filmmakers.
BWW Feature: 9 Things to know about NINE from Milwaukee's Theater RED
by Kelsey Lawler - January 22, 2019
What are women to men? Nurturers, temptresses, muses? In chatting with Marcee Doherty-Elst of Theater RED, I've learned that this weekend's staging of the musical NINE will dive into that very question. Here, Marcee and fellow actress Jennifer Larsen share 9 things to know about NINE.
by Kelsey Lawler - January 22, 2019
What are women to men? Nurturers, temptresses, muses? In chatting with Marcee Doherty-Elst of Theater RED, I've learned that this weekend's staging of the musical NINE will dive into that very question. Here, Marcee and fellow actress Jennifer Larsen share 9 things to know about NINE.
Skylight Offers Furloughed Federal Employees Free Tickets To FIVE GUYS NAMED MOE
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2019
In response to the federal government shutdown, Skylight Music Theatre will offer a pair of free tickets to furloughed federal employees to select upcoming performances of Five Guys Named Moe, a joyful, jazzy tribute to Louis Jordan, the 1940s rhythm and blues singer, songwriter and bandleader.
by BWW News Desk - January 21, 2019
In response to the federal government shutdown, Skylight Music Theatre will offer a pair of free tickets to furloughed federal employees to select upcoming performances of Five Guys Named Moe, a joyful, jazzy tribute to Louis Jordan, the 1940s rhythm and blues singer, songwriter and bandleader.
BWW Review: JUNK Unpacks Power & Greed at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Kelsey Lawler - January 21, 2019
Ahktar has a knack for writing real people with real flaws, and for taking a hard look at tough, often-uncomfortable issues in our society. Per a WUWM interview, Akhtar asserts that Junk is not pessimistic, just real. "It's bleak but it's realistic, unfortunately," he says. "If you're coming to the play and you're expecting something uplifting, just be prepared."
by Kelsey Lawler - January 21, 2019
Ahktar has a knack for writing real people with real flaws, and for taking a hard look at tough, often-uncomfortable issues in our society. Per a WUWM interview, Akhtar asserts that Junk is not pessimistic, just real. "It's bleak but it's realistic, unfortunately," he says. "If you're coming to the play and you're expecting something uplifting, just be prepared."
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr Birthday Celebration Comes to Uihlein Hall - Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2019
Milwaukee and Atlanta, Georgia are the only cities to have celebrated Dr. King's Birthday annually since 1984. The event is free admission and is open to the public. Parking is free and available at the Marcus Center Parking Structure on East State Street.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2019
Milwaukee and Atlanta, Georgia are the only cities to have celebrated Dr. King's Birthday annually since 1984. The event is free admission and is open to the public. Parking is free and available at the Marcus Center Parking Structure on East State Street.
High School Teacher's Support Of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration To Be Recognized At Surprise Ceremony
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Milwaukee Public Schools and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts will honor a local high school teacher's long-standing support of the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2019
Milwaukee Public Schools and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts will honor a local high school teacher's long-standing support of the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration.
Back By Overwhelming Demand! THINGS THAT GO DING At Skylight Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
Skylight Music Theatre announced the return of the wildly popular Things that go Ding! featuring Skylight percussionist Michael "Ding" Lorenz and his astonishing collection of eclectic and vintage percussion instruments.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
Skylight Music Theatre announced the return of the wildly popular Things that go Ding! featuring Skylight percussionist Michael "Ding" Lorenz and his astonishing collection of eclectic and vintage percussion instruments.
Review Roundup: Critics Sound Off On First Stage's MATILDA The Musical
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
First Stage MATILDA The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and book by Dennis Kelly is now on stage. This is the first full-length musical First Stage has produced, performing at the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater January 11 - February 24, 2019. Get a first look at the production below!
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
First Stage MATILDA The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and book by Dennis Kelly is now on stage. This is the first full-length musical First Stage has produced, performing at the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater January 11 - February 24, 2019. Get a first look at the production below!
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At First Stage's MATILDA The Musical
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
First Stage MATILDA The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and book by Dennis Kelly is now on stage. This is the first full-length musical First Stage has produced, performing at the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater January 11 - February 24, 2019. Get a first look at the production below!
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2019
First Stage MATILDA The Musical, featuring music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and book by Dennis Kelly is now on stage. This is the first full-length musical First Stage has produced, performing at the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater January 11 - February 24, 2019. Get a first look at the production below!
Video: JUNK by Ayad Akhtar Comes to Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents Junk, the hit Broadway play by Milwaukee native and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse now through February 17, 2019. Since its Broadway premiere at Lincoln Center last year, Ayad Akhtar along with Artistic Director Mark Clements have continued to hone Junk to bring Milwaukee audiences a new, two hour no intermission riveting story set in the financial world of the 1980s.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents Junk, the hit Broadway play by Milwaukee native and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse now through February 17, 2019. Since its Broadway premiere at Lincoln Center last year, Ayad Akhtar along with Artistic Director Mark Clements have continued to hone Junk to bring Milwaukee audiences a new, two hour no intermission riveting story set in the financial world of the 1980s.
Photo Flash: First Look at JUNK by Ayad Akhtar at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents Junk, the hit Broadway play by Milwaukee native and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse now through February 17, 2019. Since its Broadway premiere at Lincoln Center last year, Ayad Akhtar along with Artistic Director Mark Clements have continued to hone Junk to bring Milwaukee audiences a new, two hour no intermission riveting story set in the financial world of the 1980s.
by BWW News Desk - January 16, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents Junk, the hit Broadway play by Milwaukee native and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse now through February 17, 2019. Since its Broadway premiere at Lincoln Center last year, Ayad Akhtar along with Artistic Director Mark Clements have continued to hone Junk to bring Milwaukee audiences a new, two hour no intermission riveting story set in the financial world of the 1980s.
BWW Review: MATILDA Brings Big Magic to Milwaukee's FIRST STAGE
by Kelsey Lawler - January 16, 2019
Director Jeff Frank's team of all-star creatives and actors is serving up a Broadway-caliber production, made all the more special with First Stage's signature small-scale intimacy and kid-friendly flair.
by Kelsey Lawler - January 16, 2019
Director Jeff Frank's team of all-star creatives and actors is serving up a Broadway-caliber production, made all the more special with First Stage's signature small-scale intimacy and kid-friendly flair.
BritBeat Returns To The Marcus Center's Wilson Theater At Vogel Hall
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2019
BritBeat - 'A Multimedia Concert Journey Through Beatles Music History' tells the story of the Beatles from their early days at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, their dynamic debut on the Ed Sullivan Show, the attendance busting concert at Shea Stadium, onward to the psychedelic Sgt. Pepper era and finally the later years of Abbey Road and the White Album. The entire concert plays to the backdrop of immersive and captivating moving multimedia that intertwines with the moods and emotions of the Beatles' iconic music catalog.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2019
BritBeat - 'A Multimedia Concert Journey Through Beatles Music History' tells the story of the Beatles from their early days at the Cavern Club in Liverpool, their dynamic debut on the Ed Sullivan Show, the attendance busting concert at Shea Stadium, onward to the psychedelic Sgt. Pepper era and finally the later years of Abbey Road and the White Album. The entire concert plays to the backdrop of immersive and captivating moving multimedia that intertwines with the moods and emotions of the Beatles' iconic music catalog.
Marcus Center Signs Multi-Year Broadway Series Partnership
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2019
The Marcus Center today announced Johnson Financial Group's multi-year Title Sponsorship of the Broadway at the Marcus Center series. The partnership starts with the 2019-2020 season which includes the Milwaukee premier of HAMILTON and the Marcus Center's 50th year anniversary celebration.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2019
The Marcus Center today announced Johnson Financial Group's multi-year Title Sponsorship of the Broadway at the Marcus Center series. The partnership starts with the 2019-2020 season which includes the Milwaukee premier of HAMILTON and the Marcus Center's 50th year anniversary celebration.
Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical Kicks Off The New Year At First Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2019
Milwaukee theater audiences young and old are in for a real treat this January when First Stage proudly presents Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical, Book by Dennis Kelly and Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin.
by BWW News Desk - January 11, 2019
Milwaukee theater audiences young and old are in for a real treat this January when First Stage proudly presents Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical, Book by Dennis Kelly and Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin.
Jamie Breiwick Jazz Quartet to Join the Florentine Opera Baumgartner Studio Artists
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2019
The Florentine Opera Company continues its 85th Anniversary Season with Con Amore: The Baumgartner Studio Artists in Concert, February 8 - 10 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. This hand-crafted concert features operatic love songs, ballads old and new, and Broadway tunes to help audiences explore all the different meanings, and phases, of love.
by BWW News Desk - January 10, 2019
The Florentine Opera Company continues its 85th Anniversary Season with Con Amore: The Baumgartner Studio Artists in Concert, February 8 - 10 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. This hand-crafted concert features operatic love songs, ballads old and new, and Broadway tunes to help audiences explore all the different meanings, and phases, of love.
NINE The Musical Coming to Milwaukee 1/25 - 1/27
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
NINE the musical is playing at Theater Red in Milwaukee from January 25th to 27th, 2019.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
NINE the musical is playing at Theater Red in Milwaukee from January 25th to 27th, 2019.
Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2019
We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Milwaukee Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers!
THE CHINESE LADY Begins At Milwaukee Rep, 2/13
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents The Chinese Lady, a new play by Lloyd Suh, a leading voice in American drama, in the Stiemke Studio January 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.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2019
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents The Chinese Lady, a new play by Lloyd Suh, a leading voice in American drama, in the Stiemke Studio January 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.
VIDEO: Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical Kicks Off The New Year At First Stage
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2018
Milwaukee theater audiences young and old are in for a real treat this January when First Stage proudly presents Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical, Book by Dennis Kelly and Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin.
by BWW News Desk - December 26, 2018
Milwaukee theater audiences young and old are in for a real treat this January when First Stage proudly presents Roald Dahl's MATILDA The Musical, Book by Dennis Kelly and Music & Lyrics by Tim Minchin.
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