Pulitzer Winner DISGRACED Starts with a Bang This Month at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Disgraced, written by one of the most in-demand playwrights of today Rep Associate Artist Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse beginning January 17 through February 12.
by BWW News Desk - January 17, 2017
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Disgraced, written by one of the most in-demand playwrights of today Rep Associate Artist Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse beginning January 17 through February 12.
Marcus Center to Host MLK Celebration This Sunday
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2017
The 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration is free admission and open to the public this Sunday, January 15 at 1:00 pm.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2017
The 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration is free admission and open to the public this Sunday, January 15 at 1:00 pm.
Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration this Sunday!
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2017
Milwaukee and Atlanta, Georgia are the only cities to have celebrated Dr. King's Birthday annually since 1984. The event is free admission and open to the public. Parking is available at the Marcus Center Parking Structure on East State Street.
by BWW News Desk - January 09, 2017
Milwaukee and Atlanta, Georgia are the only cities to have celebrated Dr. King's Birthday annually since 1984. The event is free admission and open to the public. Parking is available at the Marcus Center Parking Structure on East State Street.
Marquette Theatre to Present FANCY NANCY THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2017
Fancy Nancy The Musical is based on Jane O'Connor's best-selling book series, "Fancy Nancy." Nancy is excited to dance in the school ballet with her friends, but when she gets the part of a dull tree instead of the one she wanted, can she still be tres jolie and make the audience say 'ooh-la-la' just by being herself? The show will run Saturday, Jan. 14, through Sunday, Jan. 15, at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 21, through Sunday, Jan. 22, at 2:30 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2017
Fancy Nancy The Musical is based on Jane O'Connor's best-selling book series, "Fancy Nancy." Nancy is excited to dance in the school ballet with her friends, but when she gets the part of a dull tree instead of the one she wanted, can she still be tres jolie and make the audience say 'ooh-la-la' just by being herself? The show will run Saturday, Jan. 14, through Sunday, Jan. 15, at 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, Jan. 21, through Sunday, Jan. 22, at 2:30 p.m.
Greendale Community Theatre Presents JESUS CHRST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2017
What's the buzz? The Greendale Community Theatre (GCT) is kicking off 2017 with a production of Biblical proportion, Jesus Christ Superstar.
by BWW News Desk - January 06, 2017
What's the buzz? The Greendale Community Theatre (GCT) is kicking off 2017 with a production of Biblical proportion, Jesus Christ Superstar.
Pulitzer Winner DISGRACED Starts with a Bang This Month at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2017
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Disgraced, written by one of the most in-demand playwrights of today Rep Associate Artist Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse beginning January 17 through February 12.
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2017
Milwaukee Repertory Theater presents the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Disgraced, written by one of the most in-demand playwrights of today Rep Associate Artist Ayad Akhtar in the Quadracci Powerhouse beginning January 17 through February 12.
MCGUIRE Begins Performances 1/20 at Milwaukee Rep
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2017
Milwaukee Repertory Theater celebrates a local legend with McGuire, the newly expanded one man show about Marquette University's basketball coach Al McGuire in the Stackner Cabaret this January 20 - March 19. McGuire is part of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Marquette basketball and the 40th anniversary of the Championship season.
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2017
Milwaukee Repertory Theater celebrates a local legend with McGuire, the newly expanded one man show about Marquette University's basketball coach Al McGuire in the Stackner Cabaret this January 20 - March 19. McGuire is part of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Marquette basketball and the 40th anniversary of the Championship season.
Skylight Music Theatre Presents I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2017
Skylight Music Theatre presents the musical revue I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change February 3 - 19, 2017 in the beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, Wis.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2017
Skylight Music Theatre presents the musical revue I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change February 3 - 19, 2017 in the beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, Milwaukee, Wis.
Tickets on Sale Friday for THE SOUND OF MUSIC in Milwaukee
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2017
Tickets go on sale for the brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC , directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien on Friday, November 18 at 10:00 am.
by BWW News Desk - January 03, 2017
Tickets go on sale for the brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC , directed by three-time Tony Award winner Jack O'Brien on Friday, November 18 at 10:00 am.
BWW Review: Enchanted NUTCRACKER at MKE Ballet Elevates Holiday Hope and New Dancers
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 21, 2016
While the snow fell outside the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, snow feel on stage in The Milwaukee Ballet's enchanting The Nutcracker. The irresistible holiday tradition continues under Artistic Director Michael Pink dazzling costumes, set designs, and magical lighting by David Grill. The MKE Ballet orchestra accompanies the production conducted by Pasquale Laurino, where exquisite harps and marimbas punctuate Pyotr Ilyiich Tchaikovsky's iconic score, along with the voices of the Milwaukee Children's Choir. Audiences thrill to one entire evening admiring dance and music in the name of this classical art.
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 21, 2016
While the snow fell outside the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, snow feel on stage in The Milwaukee Ballet's enchanting The Nutcracker. The irresistible holiday tradition continues under Artistic Director Michael Pink dazzling costumes, set designs, and magical lighting by David Grill. The MKE Ballet orchestra accompanies the production conducted by Pasquale Laurino, where exquisite harps and marimbas punctuate Pyotr Ilyiich Tchaikovsky's iconic score, along with the voices of the Milwaukee Children's Choir. Audiences thrill to one entire evening admiring dance and music in the name of this classical art.
Kaleigh Rae Gamaché Comes to Skylight Music Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2016
Skylight is delighted to welcome last season's winner of the Lee Dougherty Ross Debut Artist Award, Kaleigh Rae Gamache. Each season the Lee Dougherty Ross Debut Artist Award recognizes an up and coming actor who has made his or her debut at Skylight Music Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2016
Skylight is delighted to welcome last season's winner of the Lee Dougherty Ross Debut Artist Award, Kaleigh Rae Gamache. Each season the Lee Dougherty Ross Debut Artist Award recognizes an up and coming actor who has made his or her debut at Skylight Music Theatre.
Marquette Purchases Rare First Edition, First Printing Of 'The Hobbit'
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2016
Marquette University has acquired one of only 1,500 first edition, first printing copies of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1937, to add to its J.R.R. Tolkien Collection.
by BWW News Desk - December 20, 2016
Marquette University has acquired one of only 1,500 first edition, first printing copies of The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien, published in 1937, to add to its J.R.R. Tolkien Collection.
New Casting Announced for THE SOUND OF MUSIC at Marcus Center
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2016
Tickets are on sale now for the brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC , directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O'Brien on January 3-8. This lavish new production will make its Milwaukee premiere January 3-8 at the Marcus Center as part of a North American tour and the Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center series. Tickets are available at the Marcus Center Box Office and can be purchased in person at 929 North Water St, Downtown Milwaukee, by phone at 414-273-7206 or online at MarcusCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com. Groups of 10 or more should call Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x210 or x213. For more information, please visit www.TheSoundOfMusicOnTour.com.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2016
Tickets are on sale now for the brand new production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC , directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O'Brien on January 3-8. This lavish new production will make its Milwaukee premiere January 3-8 at the Marcus Center as part of a North American tour and the Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center series. Tickets are available at the Marcus Center Box Office and can be purchased in person at 929 North Water St, Downtown Milwaukee, by phone at 414-273-7206 or online at MarcusCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com. Groups of 10 or more should call Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x210 or x213. For more information, please visit www.TheSoundOfMusicOnTour.com.
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LIVE IN CENTRAL PARK [Revisited] Concert Comes To The Marcus Center
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2016
In 1981, more than 500,000 music fans gathered in Central Park to witness a concert by the now legendary reunion of folk duo Simon & Garfunkel. On Friday, March 31, award-winning recording artists, Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical night in Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall as part of the MC Presents series.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2016
In 1981, more than 500,000 music fans gathered in Central Park to witness a concert by the now legendary reunion of folk duo Simon & Garfunkel. On Friday, March 31, award-winning recording artists, Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical night in Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall as part of the MC Presents series.
The Irish Comedy Tour Celebrates St. Patrick's Day Early at the Marcus Center
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2016
The Irish Comedy Tour takes the party atmosphere of a Dublin pub and combines it with a boisterous, belly-laugh band of hooligans! The tour makes a stop at the Marcus Center's Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall for one night only on Wednesday, March 15 at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2016
The Irish Comedy Tour takes the party atmosphere of a Dublin pub and combines it with a boisterous, belly-laugh band of hooligans! The tour makes a stop at the Marcus Center's Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall for one night only on Wednesday, March 15 at 7:30 pm.
Steering Committee Plans 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2016
The 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration, coordinated by the MLK Steering Committee, will be held on Sunday, January 15th, 2017 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. The program will begin at 1:00 PM in Uihlein Hall and highlight our youth who interpreted Dr. King's works through art, speech and writing contests.
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2016
The 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration, coordinated by the MLK Steering Committee, will be held on Sunday, January 15th, 2017 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. The program will begin at 1:00 PM in Uihlein Hall and highlight our youth who interpreted Dr. King's works through art, speech and writing contests.
DEATHTRAP, THE BROTHERS SIZE, DOUBT and More Highlight Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2016
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) announces its 43rd season, centered on 'The Mysteries of Life.'
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2016
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) announces its 43rd season, centered on 'The Mysteries of Life.'
BWW Seeks Editors in Milwaukee
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2016
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in Milwaukee.
by BWW News Desk - December 09, 2016
BroadwayWorld.com is currently seeking talented theater enthusiasts to help feature coverage in Milwaukee.
BWW Review: Langston Hughes' BLACK NATIVITY Portrays Christmas Gospel through Poetry and Soul
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 08, 2016
Black Arts MKE presents their joyous and triumphant 2nd annual version of Langston Hughes' Black Nativity first produced in 1961. Numerous theaters throughout America remount the production every year to celebrate the holiday season with an all African American cast. At Wilson Theater in Vogel Hall, Malkia Stampley directs an all star cast of 18 members including charming children and professional actors accompanied by live musicians under the music direction of Antoine Reynolds, along with drummer Taurus Adams and bass player Afton Johnson, while they dance to Marvette Knight's rousing choreography.
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 08, 2016
Black Arts MKE presents their joyous and triumphant 2nd annual version of Langston Hughes' Black Nativity first produced in 1961. Numerous theaters throughout America remount the production every year to celebrate the holiday season with an all African American cast. At Wilson Theater in Vogel Hall, Malkia Stampley directs an all star cast of 18 members including charming children and professional actors accompanied by live musicians under the music direction of Antoine Reynolds, along with drummer Taurus Adams and bass player Afton Johnson, while they dance to Marvette Knight's rousing choreography.
MYSO Announces 2015-16 Season Highlights at Annual Meeting
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
On Tuesday, December 6, 2016, Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) held its Annual Meeting to share highlights of its 2015-16 season and to announce the newly elected Board of Directors for 2016-17.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2016
On Tuesday, December 6, 2016, Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) held its Annual Meeting to share highlights of its 2015-16 season and to announce the newly elected Board of Directors for 2016-17.
BWW Review: Audiences Completely Give Their Hearts to MKE Rep's Resplendent New A CHRISTMAS CAROL
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 07, 2016
What could be a better holiday gift to Milwaukee than a World Premiere adaptation of Dickens' beloved A Christmas Carol? On Friday night, Artistic Director Mark Clements opened his resplendent adaptation for the Milwaukee Repertory Theater in the gorgeous Pabst Theatre. In this innovative adaptation by Clements in collaboration with a stunning artistic team, the production renewed holiday magic in the company's 41st year for the city that Clements and The Rep call home.
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 07, 2016
What could be a better holiday gift to Milwaukee than a World Premiere adaptation of Dickens' beloved A Christmas Carol? On Friday night, Artistic Director Mark Clements opened his resplendent adaptation for the Milwaukee Repertory Theater in the gorgeous Pabst Theatre. In this innovative adaptation by Clements in collaboration with a stunning artistic team, the production renewed holiday magic in the company's 41st year for the city that Clements and The Rep call home.
BWW Review: MCT's LOBBY HERO Pursues Relevant Ethical Questions through Bright Comedy
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 07, 2016
A late night, New York lobby, courtesy of Scenic Designer Stephen Hudson-Mairet, features one security guard and his captain supervisor who delve into current moral dilemmas during Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's Lobby Hero. Director C. Michael Wright challenges his audience through witty humor and gender controversy from Kenneth Lonergan's play underscoring a women cop working in a man's world--and a male cop working the system and also trying to achieve heroic glory.
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 07, 2016
A late night, New York lobby, courtesy of Scenic Designer Stephen Hudson-Mairet, features one security guard and his captain supervisor who delve into current moral dilemmas during Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's Lobby Hero. Director C. Michael Wright challenges his audience through witty humor and gender controversy from Kenneth Lonergan's play underscoring a women cop working in a man's world--and a male cop working the system and also trying to achieve heroic glory.
The Prince is Giving a Ball in Milwaukee this March
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2016
RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators of The King & I and The Sound of Music, will play the Marcus Center for a limited engagement from March 28-April 2.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2016
RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN'S CINDERELLA, the 2013 Tony Award-winning Broadway musical from the creators of The King & I and The Sound of Music, will play the Marcus Center for a limited engagement from March 28-April 2.
BWW Preview: FS Young Company Celebrates Win at Utah Festival, Salter Sisters Celebrate Roles in Upcoming COMEDY OF ERRORS
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 02, 2016
Aspiring young performers from across the country challenge Shakespeare on the 400th anniversary of his death (April. 2016) in a national festival this past fall. To do so, First Stage's Young Company, Milwaukee's pre-professional training program for young actors, recently traveled to the Utah Shakespeare Festival with Associate Artistic Director John Maclay and Teaching Artist Marcella Kearns to compete with literally 100's of schools and theaters from across the country on how Shakespeare inspires young audiences. While eleven members competed in the 2016 Young Company, two identical twins, Alex and Sydney Salter both participated in the festival competition and play the twin Dromios in the Company's upcoming Comedy of Errors, As First Stage celebrates 30 years, Young Company begins this 13th season. Maclay comments on the program when he says, '[Young Company] It's about challenging these fantastic young artists with difficult material and working to inspire an ethic of excellence.'
by Peggy Sue Dunigan - December 02, 2016
Aspiring young performers from across the country challenge Shakespeare on the 400th anniversary of his death (April. 2016) in a national festival this past fall. To do so, First Stage's Young Company, Milwaukee's pre-professional training program for young actors, recently traveled to the Utah Shakespeare Festival with Associate Artistic Director John Maclay and Teaching Artist Marcella Kearns to compete with literally 100's of schools and theaters from across the country on how Shakespeare inspires young audiences. While eleven members competed in the 2016 Young Company, two identical twins, Alex and Sydney Salter both participated in the festival competition and play the twin Dromios in the Company's upcoming Comedy of Errors, As First Stage celebrates 30 years, Young Company begins this 13th season. Maclay comments on the program when he says, '[Young Company] It's about challenging these fantastic young artists with difficult material and working to inspire an ethic of excellence.'
5th Anniversary of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Lake Country Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
Hartland's Lake Country Playhouse is overjoyed to announce the fifth anniversary production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2016
Hartland's Lake Country Playhouse is overjoyed to announce the fifth anniversary production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol.
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