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Marquette University Announces 2018–19 Theatre Season
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
Marquette Theatre's 2018-19 season will be the 44th in the Evan P. and Marion Helfaer Theatre. Six selected plays around the theme "Reflections" will explore this phenomenon and draw connections and comparisons.
Marquette University Acquires Score To THE LORD OF THE RINGS
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
The score to "The Lord of the Rings," an award-winning symphony bearing the name of the J.R.R. Tolkien novel that inspired it, has been added to Marquette University's extensive archival collections on the famed English author.
The Marcus Center Presents a Free Christmas In July Celebration
by BWW News Desk - July 26, 2018
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is hosting a free Christmas in July Celebration at the Marcus Center's Peck Pavilion and grounds this Friday, July 27 starting at 5:00 pm, which is sponsored in part by Children's Hospital of Wisconsin. The night will include awesome local vendors and community partners such as Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, SueMo Dance Company, Milwaukee Public Library and many more. Families can also purchase food and beverage through Sazama's Fine Catering and the evening will conclude with a movie screening of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas at 7:00 pm. This presentation is part of the Marcus Center's Peck Flicks series sponsored by the Molitor Foundation.
Marcus Center Hires Anthony D. Smith as New Director Of Community Engagement And Diversity
by BWW News Desk - July 23, 2018
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is pleased to announce and welcome Anthony D. Smith as its new Director of Community Engagement and Diversity. Anthony will be responsible for community engagement strategic planning, audience development, communication, educational outreach, cultural programming, workforce development, customer service and other engagement initiatives for the Marcus Center.
BWW Review: Wendy Darling Finds Her Voice in World Premier LOST GIRL at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Kelsey Lawler - July 20, 2018
This World Premiere event isn't the Peter Pan narrative you'd expect. There's no pixie dust, Neverland, or mermaids. The only magic found on stage - and it's a powerful magic at that - comes from the remarkable cast of teens performing playwright Kimberly Belflower's simultaneously authentic and lyrical new script.
Journey Through Dance with TBEY; Tickets On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall Every year TBEY Arts Center, Inc. invites youth to explore and express themselves through movement and music. During our summer dance camp, youth performers gain professional performance experience.
The Rep Announces A CHRISTMAS CAROL One Day Sale This Monday
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
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 23. 
All In Productions Announces HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
All In Productions, a Milwaukee-based theatre company dedicated to working primarily with, and providing paying opportunities to, local and homegrown artists to produce professional quality theatre, announced its next production will be Hedwig and the Angry Inch, running at Next Act Theatre from September 6 to 15.
THE GRINCH Is Coming To Steal Christmas In Milwaukee
by BWW News Desk - July 18, 2018
Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center and Broadway Across America-Milwaukee is proud to present the Milwaukee premiere of Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical at the Marcus Center from November 20-25, 2018. Hailed by The New York Times as "100 times better than any bedtime story," this classic holiday musical will enchant adults and children alike. Tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, July 27 at 10:00 am.
Milwaukee Rep Announces Casting For Fall Shows
by BWW News Desk - July 12, 2018
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is pleased to announce the complete cast and creative teams for the 2018/19 Season fall shows including Songs for Nobodies, Guards at the Taj, The All Night Strut!, and Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley.
MISS HOLMES Beings Performances At Peninsula Players
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
The Sherlock Holmes mystery MISS HOLMES is playing at the Peninsula Players now until July 22. 
SueMo presents FI|V|E at the Marcus Center
by BWW News Desk - July 11, 2018
For one day only, Milwaukee's premier repertory dance company, SueMo: A Dance Experience, presents FI|V|E. On August 12th at 3:00pm, SueMo will be performing their fifth annual summer show at Marcus Center for the Performing Arts in Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall. To celebrate their five- year anniversary, SueMo will be showcasing their most powerful and impactful pieces as well as fan favorites from the last five seasons to create a show that will leave a lasting impression. 
2018 Season Is Biggest Ever For America's Only Free Shakespeare In The State Parks Troupe
by BWW News Desk - July 10, 2018
Wisconsin-based traveling theatre group Summit Players Theatre is returning for a fourth season, and will be performing Shakespeare's Twelfth Night from June 23 to August 12 in 17 different Wisconsin State Parks. All performances will be free and preceded by a 45-minute educational workshop. This is the group's largest season yet, with performances taking place in more state parks than ever before.
Skylight Music Theatre Announces Director, Cast And One Day Sale For HAIRSPRAY
by BWW News Desk - July 09, 2018
Skylight Music Theatre today announced members of the creative team and cast for Skylight's holiday show, Hairspray, running November 16 through December 23, 2018. This family-favorite Broadway musical will be presented in the beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
Theater RED Teams With Untitled Productions For I'LL EAT YOU LAST
by BWW News Desk - June 29, 2018
For the opening of their 2018 season, Theater RED joins with Untitled Productions for their inaugural production, another Milwaukee premiere. Written by John Logan, directed by Untitled Productions' Eric Welch (of K'Eric'ters fame) and starring Theater RED Co-Founder Marcee Doherty-Elst, 'I'll Eat You Last' marks the beginning of a sixth season for Theater RED, following smash hit collaborations, 'Bonny Anne Bonny' with Wisconsin Lutheran College, and 'A Chorus Line' with Cardinal Stritch University's Arts @ Stritch Program and Milwaukee Opera Theatre.
BWW Review: 'S Wonderful, 'S Marvelous, 'S That Simple for the National Tour of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS
by Kelsey Lawler - June 28, 2018
From curtain rise to fall, 'An American in Paris' hinges on dance. The show is a work of art from start to finish, as every danced moment, from the nuance of falling in love to show-stopping kick lines, is crafted to artistic perfection.
Complete Cast Announced For IN THE HEIGHTS At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - June 27, 2018
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is pleased to announce the complete cast and creative team for the Tony Award-winning musical In the Heights with music and lyrics by Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and book by Quiara Alegria Hudes. 
Marcus Center-Acting and Vocal Master Class with Cast Members from AN AMERICAN IN PARIS
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts and Milwaukee Public Schools continue to partner for the Center's performing arts outreach program - Arts Connect.  The Center is thrilled to announce this program is continuing to grow with its fourth Summer Arts Camp during the run of the Broadway show, An American in Paris. This opportunity is free of cost and includes students from MPS' Riverside University High School, Ronald Reagan College Preparatory High School and Milwaukee High School of the Arts who have a strong interest in the performing arts. This program gives these students access to arts professionals and the chance to experience various aspects of the performing arts industry first hand.
Gregory C. Oberland Elected Milwaukee Rep Board President
by BWW News Desk - June 22, 2018
Milwaukee Repertory Theater is proud to announce Northwestern Mutual President Gregory C. Oberland as the newly elected Board President for a 2-year term.  Oberland has been a trustee for five years prior to being elected Board President.
IN THE HEIGHTS Breaks Box Office Records At Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
Milwaukee Repertory Theater kicks off the 65th Anniversary Season with a record-breaking on-sale for the four-time Tony Award- winning musical In the Heights with music and lyrics by Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and book by Quiara Alegria Hudes. 
Milwaukee Rep Welcomes Feast Of Crispian As New Resident Theater Company
by BWW News Desk - June 20, 2018
Milwaukee Repertory Theater continues its commitment to diversity and inclusion as well as promoting up-and-coming arts organizations by welcoming Feast of Crispian [FoC] as the new Resident Theater Company for the 2018/19 Season. Feast of Crispian pairs professional actors with military veterans to create powerful Shakespeare productions that teach and strengthen emotional resources needed by veterans to overcome traumatic and reintegration issues. Through the Resident Theater program, Milwaukee Rep is able to provide a performance venue as well as production, marketing and administrative support in order to assist Feast of Crispian during a critical growth moment. Feast of Crispian's initial performance at The Rep will be spring of 2019 as part of the first National Veterans Theatre Festival, co-hosted by FoC and The Rep. More information on the festival will be announced later this summer.
VIDEO: Milwaukee Rep's IN THE HEIGHTS Cast Members Perform 'When You're Home'
by BWW News Desk - June 19, 2018
In a new video release by Milwaukee Rep, cast members from the company's upcoming production In The Heights, Eric Lewis and Rana Roman, can be seen in the studio singing 'When You're Home.'
Save 25% On Tickets To Milwaukee Repertory Theater's IN THE HEIGHTS
by BWW News Desk - June 18, 2018
Milwaukee Repertory Theater kicks off the 65th Anniversary Season with the four-time Tony Award- winning musical In the Heights with the music and lyrics by Hamilton creator Lin-Manuel Miranda and book by Quiara Alegria Hudes. In order to avoid Hamilton- like ticket prices buy tickets today, Monday, June 18 and save 25% off all adult tickets when using promotional code HEIGHTS. Tickets start as low as $26.50 and can be purchased at www.MilwaukeeRep.com, by calling the Ticket Office at 414-224-9490 or in person at 108 E. Wells Street in downtown Milwaukee. The Rep's Ticket Office will be open from 9am - 6pm for the One Day Sale and the special pricing will be available online from 7am - 11:59pm. In the Heights runs September 18 - October 28, 2018 in the Quadracci Powerhouse.
May Adrales Receives The Alan Schneider Director Award
by BWW News Desk - June 15, 2018
Milwaukee Repertory Theater's Associate Artistic Director May Adrales is the recipient of this year's Alan Schneider Director Award. The award was presented late yesterday at Theatre Communications Group's national conference in St. Louis, MS.  The award is designed to identify and assist exceptional directors whose talent has been demonstrated through work in specific regions, but who may not be well known nationally.   With it comes a cash prize of $7,500, which may be used for travel, research or other activities specifically focused on the directing craft or related career opportunities.
Milwaukee Ballet Breaks Ground On The Baumgartner Center For Dance
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2018
Milwaukee Ballet broke ground on the new Baumgartner Center for Dance this afternoon in a formal ceremony on the site of the future two-story, 52,000 square foot facility at 132 N. Jackson St. During the ceremony, Milwaukee Ballet announced the capital campaign that is underway to create this new physical space and to provide program funds to empower the world-class artistry and operations of Milwaukee Ballet.

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