Full Schedule Released 2024 MKE BLACK THEATRE Festival In August
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
Discover the full schedule for the 2024 MKE Black Theatre Festival, running from August 7-25. Celebrate Black arts and culture with a variety of performances and events throughout Milwaukee.
by BWW News Desk - June 26, 2024
Discover the full schedule for the 2024 MKE Black Theatre Festival, running from August 7-25. Celebrate Black arts and culture with a variety of performances and events throughout Milwaukee.
AN EVENING WITH THE SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS CHRISTMAS CARAVAN TOUR is Coming to Rhode Island, St. Louis & More
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
The Squirrel Nut Zippers will bring their holiday tour, 'An Evening with the Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan Tour,' to cities nationwide from December 5 to December 22, featuring festive favorites and classic hits.
by BWW News Desk - June 24, 2024
The Squirrel Nut Zippers will bring their holiday tour, 'An Evening with the Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan Tour,' to cities nationwide from December 5 to December 22, featuring festive favorites and classic hits.
Stephen McKinley Henderson Will Be Master Teacher for 2024 Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship at Ten Chimneys
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
by BWW News Desk - June 09, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
Stephen Mckinley Henderson Will Lead The 2024 Lunt-fontanne Fellowship Program At Ten Chimneys
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
by BWW News Desk - June 07, 2024
Ten Chimneys Foundation has announced Stephen McKinley Henderson as the 2024 Master Teacher for the nationally acclaimed Lunt-Fontanne Fellowship Program at the Historic National Landmark, Ten Chimneys.
NO STUDIOS DANCE FEST Returns This August
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2024
Nō Studios, a hub for the creative arts in downtown Milwaukee, have announced the return of Dance Fest on Saturday, August 3rd. Now in its third year, Dance Fest has expanded to include five premier dance companies from across the Midwest along with four Wisconsin-based programs.
by BWW News Desk - June 04, 2024
Nō Studios, a hub for the creative arts in downtown Milwaukee, have announced the return of Dance Fest on Saturday, August 3rd. Now in its third year, Dance Fest has expanded to include five premier dance companies from across the Midwest along with four Wisconsin-based programs.
Peninsula Players Theatre Awarded Grants from The Shubert Foundation and the Wisconsin Arts Board
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2024
Peninsula Players Theatre receives grants from the Wisconsin Arts Board and the Shubert Foundation to support its 2024 season, enhancing its commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement.
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2024
Peninsula Players Theatre receives grants from the Wisconsin Arts Board and the Shubert Foundation to support its 2024 season, enhancing its commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement.
Video: Preview 'Cold Feet' from PRELUDE TO A KISS A MUSICAL at Milwaukee Rep
by Joshua Wright - May 30, 2024
Preview the song 'Cold Feet' from the World Premiere of 'Prelude to a Kiss a musical,' coming to the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Brookfield as part of Milwaukee Rep's 2024/25 Season.
by Joshua Wright - May 30, 2024
Preview the song 'Cold Feet' from the World Premiere of 'Prelude to a Kiss a musical,' coming to the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Brookfield as part of Milwaukee Rep's 2024/25 Season.
Review: MOULIN ROUGE! is a Thrilling Spectacle with So-So Songs
by Kelsey Lawler - May 20, 2024
What did our critic think of MOULIN ROUGE! at National Tour At Marcus Center? Are you a millennial who listened to “Elephant Love Medley” on repeat? Then this perspective is for you. But quickly, for those who need some background: Moulin Rouge! is the tragic love story of a poor writer, Christian, and the Moulin Rouge’s star burlesque performer, Satine.
by Kelsey Lawler - May 20, 2024
What did our critic think of MOULIN ROUGE! at National Tour At Marcus Center? Are you a millennial who listened to “Elephant Love Medley” on repeat? Then this perspective is for you. But quickly, for those who need some background: Moulin Rouge! is the tragic love story of a poor writer, Christian, and the Moulin Rouge’s star burlesque performer, Satine.
Milwaukee HS Student Wins 1st Place At Next Narrative Monologue Competition
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2024
A Milwaukee high school student has won first place at the Next Narrative Monologue Competition, showcasing their talent and dedication in the performing arts. Learn more about the competition!
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2024
A Milwaukee high school student has won first place at the Next Narrative Monologue Competition, showcasing their talent and dedication in the performing arts. Learn more about the competition!
Photos: First Look At ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND At First Stage
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2024
First Stage concludes its 2023/24 season with an exciting, truly inventive production of ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play by award-winning playwright and frequent First Stage collaborator Finegan Kruckemeyer. See photos from the show.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2024
First Stage concludes its 2023/24 season with an exciting, truly inventive production of ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play by award-winning playwright and frequent First Stage collaborator Finegan Kruckemeyer. See photos from the show.
RIDE THE CYCLONE & More Set for First Stage 2024/25 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2024
First Stage has unveiled its 2024/25 season – a lineup of eight captivating productions featuring the power of unlikely heroes. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets for mainstage productions at the Marcus Performing Arts Center Todd Wehr Theater and additional productions at the Goodman Mainstage Hall in the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center.
by BWW News Desk - May 07, 2024
First Stage has unveiled its 2024/25 season – a lineup of eight captivating productions featuring the power of unlikely heroes. Learn more about the season and see how to purchase tickets for mainstage productions at the Marcus Performing Arts Center Todd Wehr Theater and additional productions at the Goodman Mainstage Hall in the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center.
Video: Get A First Look At Milwaukee Rep's NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN
by Joshua Wright - April 25, 2024
Get a first look at Milwaukee Rep's production of Nina Simone: Four Women in this all-new video.
by Joshua Wright - April 25, 2024
Get a first look at Milwaukee Rep's production of Nina Simone: Four Women in this all-new video.
First Stage's ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play Opens In May
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
First Stage concludes its 2023/24 season with ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play by award-winning playwright and frequent First Stage collaborator Finegan Kruckemeyer.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
First Stage concludes its 2023/24 season with ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play by award-winning playwright and frequent First Stage collaborator Finegan Kruckemeyer.
RAINBOW SUMMER: HIGHLIGHT Featuring Elysian Arcs Coming to Marcus Performing Arts Center This Summer
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Milwaukee will welcome a brand-new immersive public art installation to the Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds in July 2024 with the return of Rainbow Summer.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Milwaukee will welcome a brand-new immersive public art installation to the Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds in July 2024 with the return of Rainbow Summer.
Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Hold Prop & Costume Sale
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Before construction begins on Milwaukee Rep’s new Associated Bank Theater Center, the theater is holding its largest Prop & Costume Sale to date. Learn how to take part!
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
Before construction begins on Milwaukee Rep’s new Associated Bank Theater Center, the theater is holding its largest Prop & Costume Sale to date. Learn how to take part!
Milwaukee's First Stage to Open ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND: A Create Your Own Adventure Play
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
First Stage will conclude its 2023/24 season with ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND, a unique interactive play by award-winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2024
First Stage will conclude its 2023/24 season with ESCAPE FROM PELIGRO ISLAND, a unique interactive play by award-winning playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Br!NK! NEW PLAY FESTIVAL Returns for Its Tenth Year In May
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2024
Renaissance Theaterworks presents the tenth annual Br!NK! New Play Festival on Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the Baumgartner Center for Dance.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2024
Renaissance Theaterworks presents the tenth annual Br!NK! New Play Festival on Saturday, May 18, and Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the Baumgartner Center for Dance.
Photos: First Look at First Stage's Young Company's Production of AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2024
First Stage’s Young Company, the Theater Academy’s award-winning training program for advanced high school actors, is presenting its final production of the 2023/24 season, Henry Miller’s brilliant adaptation of Ibsen’s AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE. Check out production photos here!
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2024
First Stage’s Young Company, the Theater Academy’s award-winning training program for advanced high school actors, is presenting its final production of the 2023/24 season, Henry Miller’s brilliant adaptation of Ibsen’s AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE. Check out production photos here!
Review: NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN at Milwaukee Rep
by Cathy Jakicic - April 20, 2024
NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN at Milwaukee Rep is as powerful as the women it represents.
by Cathy Jakicic - April 20, 2024
NINA SIMONE: FOUR WOMEN at Milwaukee Rep is as powerful as the women it represents.
Door Shakespeare 2024 Summer Season Early Bird Tickets Available
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2024
Door Shakespeare have announced that tickets are available for the 2024 summer season, including two shows running in alternating repertory: William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, and Jane Austen's Emma, adapted by Joseph Hanreddy.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2024
Door Shakespeare have announced that tickets are available for the 2024 summer season, including two shows running in alternating repertory: William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, and Jane Austen's Emma, adapted by Joseph Hanreddy.
Review: DIARY OF A WIMPY KID is 'Most Likely to Delight Your Kids' at FIRST STAGE
by Kelsey Lawler - April 18, 2024
Joshie says respect your parents, follow your dreams, and take your kids to see Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical at First Stage. Directed by Julie Woods-Robinson with musical direction by Paula Tillen, this spunky show runs through May 5th in Milwaukee and is a great one for young kids.
by Kelsey Lawler - April 18, 2024
Joshie says respect your parents, follow your dreams, and take your kids to see Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Musical at First Stage. Directed by Julie Woods-Robinson with musical direction by Paula Tillen, this spunky show runs through May 5th in Milwaukee and is a great one for young kids.
Amplify Reading Of EMILY SONG AND THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT Announced At First Stage
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2024
Experience the Amplify Reading of EMILY SONG AND THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT at First Stage on April 24, 2024.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2024
Experience the Amplify Reading of EMILY SONG AND THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT at First Stage on April 24, 2024.
First Stage to Present Reading of EMILY SONG AND THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2024
Concluding its 2023/24 Amplify Reading Series, First Stage will present a play reading of EMILY SONG AND THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT by Marcus Yi. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2024
Concluding its 2023/24 Amplify Reading Series, First Stage will present a play reading of EMILY SONG AND THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT by Marcus Yi. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: SKYLIGHT Enlists Tim Rice's FROM HERE TO ETERNITY for Season Finale
by Kelsey Lawler - April 15, 2024
FROM HERE TO ETERNITY follows the lives of the soldiers of G Company based in Hawaii in the days leading up to the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. The story was inspired by author Jones’ own experiences during the war—but how does that story translate to the stage?
by Kelsey Lawler - April 15, 2024
FROM HERE TO ETERNITY follows the lives of the soldiers of G Company based in Hawaii in the days leading up to the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941. The story was inspired by author Jones’ own experiences during the war—but how does that story translate to the stage?
First Stage's Young Company to Present AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2024
First Stage's Young Company, the Theater Academy's award-winning training program for advanced high school actors, will present its final production of the 2023/24 season, AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2024
First Stage's Young Company, the Theater Academy's award-winning training program for advanced high school actors, will present its final production of the 2023/24 season, AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE. Learn how to purchase tickets.
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