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Photos: Milwaukee's First Stage and Ko-Thi Dance Company Present THE DANCING GRANNY

by A.A. Cristi — February 14, 2022

Next up in First Stage’s 2021/22 season will be THE DANCING GRANNY, a play by Mansa Ra adapted from the children’s book by beloved author/illustrator Ashley Bryan.

Milwaukee's First Stage And Ko-Thi Dance Company to Present THE DANCING GRANNY

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 27, 2022

Next up in First Stage's 2021/22 season will be THE DANCING GRANNY, a play by Mansa Ra adapted from the children's book by beloved author/illustrator Ashley Bryan.

Photos: First Stage Presents THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM

by A.A. Cristi — January 21, 2022

First Stage, one of the nation’s leading theaters for young people and families, returns to live performances this January with a heartwarming production of THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM – 1963 at the Marcus Center’s Todd Wehr Theater.

Milwaukee's First Stage to Kick Off New Year With THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM - 1963

by Chloe Rabinowitz — January 6, 2022

First Stage will return to live performances this January with a heartwarming production of THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM - 1963 at the Marcus Center's Todd Wehr Theater.

The Broward Center For The Performing Arts Presents A Multitude Of Merriments This December

by A.A. Cristi — November 24, 2021

Former NBA sharpshooter JJ Redick and music legends Dave Koz and David Foster as well as a Motown icon double bill of The Temptations and The Four Tops are just part of the magic this December at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

BWW Review: A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS is Fun & Festive at FIRST STAGE

by Kelsey Lawler — November 22, 2021

'Isn't there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?' Sure, Charlie Brown, I can tell you what Christmas is all about: families making memories together, talking about what the holiday season means to them, and showing those on the sidelines a little love, care, and attention.

Photos: First Look at A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS at First Stage

by A.A. Cristi — November 19, 2021

This holiday season brings the joyful return of First Stage’s production of Charles M.

Broward Center & The Parker Announces Lineup of Holiday Shows

by A.A. Cristi — November 18, 2021

Holiday traditions, seasonal spectacles and merry music superstars can all be found on the stages of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and The Parker this season.

Milwaukee's First Stage to Present A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS

by Chloe Rabinowitz — November 3, 2021

This holiday season brings the joyful return of First Stage's production of Charles M.

First Stage's THE TALE OF LA LLORONA Starts Streaming Tomorrow

by A.A. Cristi — October 29, 2021

The final play in First Stage's fall 2021 Amplify – BIPOC Short Play Series, and just in time for Halloween, will be THE TALE OF LA LLORONA AS TOLD BY CONSUELO CHAVEZ, a world premiere play by José Casas with music by Frank Pahl.

First Stage to Stream THE TALE OF LA LLORONA AS TOLD BY CONSUELO CHAVEZ

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 21, 2021

The final play in First Stage's fall 2021 Amplify - BIPOC Short Play Series, and just in time for Halloween, will be THE TALE OF LA LLORONA AS TOLD BY CONSUELO CHAVEZ, a world premiere play by José Casas with music by Frank Pahl.

First Stage's Annual ImpACT Event Highlights Community Impact And Commitment

by Chloe Rabinowitz — October 19, 2021

First Stage, one of the nation's leading theaters for young people and families, held its 9th Annual ImpACT Event on Thursday, September 30, 2021, at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center.

First Stage's Amplify - BIPOC Short Play Series Continues This Fall With STEP KIDS

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 28, 2021

The second play in First Stage's fall 2021 Amplify -BIPOC Short Play Series will be STEP KIDS, a new one-act musical by Tyrone L.

First Stage Announces A Return to Live Performances in 2021/22 Season

by A.A. Cristi — September 20, 2021

First Stage is announce its safe and triumphant return to live theater performances in the 2021/22 season.

Milwaukee's First Stage Announces A Return To Live Performances for 2021/22 Season

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 20, 2021

First Stage has announced its safe and triumphant return to live theater performances in the 2021/22 season.

HOW TO ACTUALLY GRADUATE IN A VIRTUAL WORLD Kicks Off First Stage's Fall Amplify Series

by Chloe Rabinowitz — September 1, 2021

The second season of Amplify - First Stage's BIPOC Short Play Series begins today with the world premiere production of HOW TO ACTUALLY GRADUATE IN A VIRTUAL WORLD by award-winning playwright/actor Nikkole Salter and a collaboration with Milwaukee Black Theater Festival's Youth Night.