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Photos: First Look at First Stage's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES Photo Photos: First Look at First Stage's THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 5, 2023

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES, based on the iconic animated Nickelodeon series by Stephen Hillenberg, with book by Kyle Jarrow, runs at First Stage through April 2, 2023, at the Marcus Center’s Todd Wehr Theater. Check out photos here!

Milwaukee's First Stage to Present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES Photo Milwaukee's First Stage to Present THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 15, 2023

First Stage has announced that next up in their 2022/23 season will be THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES, based on the iconic animated Nickelodeon series by Stephen Hillenberg, with book by Kyle Jarrow.

Review: RUDOLPH THE MUSICAL is Festive Family Fun at FIRST STAGE Photo Review: RUDOLPH THE MUSICAL is Festive Family Fun at FIRST STAGE
by Kelsey Lawler - Nov 28, 2022

From iconic elf costumes to familiar furry friends, fans of the TV special will be delighted to reunite with these festive favorites on stage. And for anyone new to Rudolph, this musical makes for a perfect introduction to the world of everyone’s favorite flying reindeer. 

Milwaukee's First Stage to Celebrate The Holidays With RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER Photo Milwaukee's First Stage to Celebrate The Holidays With RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 9, 2022

Come celebrate the holidays this year with First Stage and the return of their heartwarming production of RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL!, based on the 1964 television special Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and stage production directed and conceived by Jeff Frank and First Stage.

BWW Review: Skylight's THE FULL MONTY is a Cheeky Delight Photo BWW Review: Skylight's THE FULL MONTY is a Cheeky Delight
by Kelsey Lawler - Oct 5, 2021

It takes big-time guts to bare your butt cheeks on stage, and these guys bare more than that. The good vibes -- and a good laugh -- are just the palette cleanse we all need after the year-and-a-half we’ve had.

Photo Flash: First Stage Presents A WRINKLE IN TIME Photo Photo Flash: First Stage Presents A WRINKLE IN TIME
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 24, 2020

First Stage will fuel the imaginations of audiences young and old with their next 2019/20 mainstage production, A WRINKLE IN TIME, based on the bestselling book by author Madeleine L'Engle and adapted for the stage by John Glore.

Milwaukee's First Stage to Present A WRINKLE IN TIME Photo Milwaukee's First Stage to Present A WRINKLE IN TIME
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 7, 2020

First Stage will fuel the imaginations of audiences young and old with their next 2019/20 mainstage production, A WRINKLE IN TIME, based on the bestselling book by author Madeleine L'Engle, adapted for the stage by John Glore and directed by First Stage Artistic Director Jeff Frank. The play explores the adventures of female protagonist Meg Murry with her brother Charles Wallace and their new friend Calvin O'Keefe. On a dark and stormy night, a mysterious stranger arrives at Meg Murry's home and she embarks on a wild, empowering journey of self-discovery. Joining forces with Charles, Calvin, Mrs. Whatsit, and many more, they travel through space and time to battle the forces of evil so Meg can rescue her father, save humanity and find herself. This fantastical adventure of a lifetime will propel the imaginations of First Stage audiences and help them discover what a tesseract is. Sponsored by Enerpac Tool Group.

BWW Review: Kids Cast Carries NEWSIES at Skylight Photo BWW Review: Kids Cast Carries NEWSIES at Skylight
by Kelsey Lawler - Nov 18, 2019

Overall, this is a play about the young having their voices heard. Says Director of this Skylight production, Molly Rhode, a?oeThe Newsboys Strike of 1899 may have been at the turn of the century, but it doesn't feel far away. The way these young people stand up and say, 'Listen to me!' is happening right now, all across the globea?? Young people are paying attention. And they deserve a seat at the table.a?? 

Skylight Music Theatre Extends NEWSIES One Week Due To Demand! Photo Skylight Music Theatre Extends NEWSIES One Week Due To Demand!
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 15, 2019

Skylight Music Theatre today announced that due to overwhelming demand, an additional week of performances has been added to Skylight's holiday show, Disney's Newsies. This triumphant Broadway blockbuster opens Friday, November 15 and runs through Sunday, December 29, 2019 with special early bird and family-friendly performance times, as well as a sensory-friendly performance. This feel-good, family-favorite musical will be presented in the beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.

Skylight Music Theatre Announces Director, Cast For Holiday Production Of NEWSIES Photo Skylight Music Theatre Announces Director, Cast For Holiday Production Of NEWSIES
by Julie Musbach - Jul 8, 2019

Skylight Music Theatre today announced members of the creative team and cast for Skylight's holiday show, Disney's Newsies, running November 15 through December 22, 2019.