VITAL’s 2008 – 2009 Spring Fine Arts Season Preview
By Jon Anne Willow and Lindsey Huster
Spring brings a sea change in our fair city. Longer days, warmer nights and anticipation of the summer’s inherent ease all conspire to turn the tide of a particularly grueling winter. Yes, change is in the air in so many ways. From the White House to Wall Street and the Calatrava to Canal Street, seismic shifts in management, economics and principles are destined to affect us all in the foreseeable future.
We have so much as consumers of local culture to keep track of with this ascent of the mercury.The Milwaukee Art Museum recently welcomed Daniel Keegan to the helm as Executive Director, replacing the highly successful and sometimes controversial <>b>David Gordon. He brings a love of new technology and multimedia to MAM; expect to tap into a guided tour from your cell phone, download a podcast about the latest exhibit and engage with your collection in new ways. Up the road and a few blocks from the lake, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Music Director Andreas Delfs conducts his last season (and the MSO’s 50th) as Edo de Waart prepares to take the helm. By reputation, de Waart’s choices tend to be riskier and more contemporary than his predecessor. He also comes with an extensive collection of recordings, so look for MSO performances to be more readily available for download or CD purchase. This month he’ll conduct his first concert for the MSO, Holst’s The Planets, on April 18. The performance includes space exploration video footage provided by the Jet Propulsion Lab and NASA.
There are other changes, of course. Some have gone unreported, some are less glamorous in print but of equal impact in their own way. As a loosely defined collective, the arts face their own sea change. Technology is changing the way we interact with art; a slow economy could change the way current and prospective arts consumers consider discretionary spending. On the upside, the increasing sophistication of local audiences and an ever-more conducive environment for ambitious young artists to produce – and market – quality performances on a small budget bodes well for the health of our vibrant artistic scene. We’re also blessed with unparalleled generosity in private and corporate support of the arts for groups of all sizes and stripes. So without further ado, let’s see what we have to look forward to when summer turns to fall and all eyes turn to local stages.
ACACIA THEATRE COMPANY
Integrating art and faith, Acacia provides opportunities for all to consider their lives in relation to God.
Season/performance dates TBA
Concordia’s Todd Wehr Auditorium
414-744-5995 • acaciatheatre.com
AFRICAN-AMERICAN CHILDREN’S THEATRE
Providing children opportunities to express creativity, nurture individuality and acquire leadership and performance skills.
Season/performance dates TBA
Milwaukee Education Center
414-461-5771 • aact.us
ALAMO BASEMENT
Self-described “enthusiastic theater folk”, Alamo Basement specializing in short plays that incorporate drama, improv, puppetry and dance.
Season/performance dates TBA
myspace.com/alamobasement
ALVERNO PRESENTS
The series’ vision is to cultivate artists whose work exemplifies excellence, innovation and profound accomplishment.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-382-6044 • alvernopresents.alverno.edu
AMERICAN PLAYERS THEATRE
APT is one of the nation’s most popular outdoor classical theaters , playing to more than 100,000 patrons each season. APT brings the classics to life through skilled and reverent presentation.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream: June 14
Ah, Wilderness! June 21
Henry IV: The Making of a King: June 26
Widowers’ Houses: Aug. 9
The Belle’s Stratagem: Aug. 16
The Desert Queen: July 11
608-588-2361 • playinthewoods.org
BEL CANTO CHORUS
Bel Canto Chorus is Milwaukee’s oldest continually performing arts organization, composed of approximately 100 chorale voices.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-481-8801 • belcanto.org
BOULEVARD THEATRE
The Boulevard Ensemble is an established, professional theatre company that stages an eclectic range of classic plays, modern icons and alternative
genres in its cozy black box studio theatre.
The Misanthrope: Aug. 08
As You Like It: Oct. 08
Blackbird Nov. 08
Roses In December Dec. 08
The Little Dog Laughed:Feb. 09
Nothing: March 09
You Never Know April 09
414-744-5757 • boulevardtheatre.com
BROADWAY BABY DINNER THEATRE
An intimate performing space specializing in musicals, revues, comedies and farce.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-358-2020 • foodspot.com/broadwaybaby
CARDINAL STRITCH UNIVERSITY THEATRE
Presenting quality theatre productions for the campus and local communities.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-410-4171 theatre.stritch.edu
CHORAL ARTS SOCIETY
Presenting fine choral music in Southeastern Wisconsin for over twenty years, from the classics to the new and groundbreaking.
Holiday Concert: TBA
Racine Symphony Orchestra: March 09
Remaining Season/performance dates TBA
262-634-3250 • choralartsonline.org
CONCORD CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Founded in 1975 to offer performance opportunities to young and aspiring musicians.
Season/performance dates TBA
Basilica of St. Josaphat, St. Mathew’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
414-347-0881 • concordorchestra.org
CORNERSTONE THEATRE COMPANY
Providing new work and classics at affordable prices for all.
Season/performance dates TBA
Historic Brumder Mansion
414-342-2951 • cornerstonetheatre.net
DANCEWORKS PERFORMANCE COMPANY
Enhancing joy, health and creativity through performances, classes and outreach integrating dance and other art forms.
Dance on Camera Series: July 12
Rebecca Stenn Dance: July 18 – 19
Art to Art: Aug. 1 – 2
Causing Effect: Aug. 8-9
20th Anniversary Celebration: Sept. 12 – 14
Have a Seat: Nov. 7 – 9
The Bra Project: Jan. 30 – Feb. 1
A Guy Thing: March 6 – 8
Spring Departures: June 5 – 6
414- 277-8480 • danceworks1661.org
DANCECIRCUS
DanceCircus celebrates the human spirit and reflects topical concerns in compelling stories.
Season and performance dates TBA
414-277-8151 • dancecircus.org
FALLS PATIO PLAYERS
A community theatre company serving Southeastern Wisconsin for over 40 years.
Forever Plaid: Oct. 2, 3, 5, 10, 11, 12
Christmas Carol: Dec. 5, 6, 7
Over the River and Through the Woods:Feb. 6, 7, 13 – 15
Annie: April 24 – 26; May 1 – 3
Children’s Summer Camp: June 15- 22
262-255-8372 • fallspatioplayers.com
FESTIVAL CITY SYMPHONY
FSC makes classical music accessible to everyone with casual, family-friendly classical music concerts.
Season/performance dates TBA
Marcus Center
414-963-9067 • festivalcitysymphony.org
FIRESIDE DINNER THEATRE
One of the Midwest’s most popular professional theatres. Wed. – Sun. performances weekly.
Anything Goes: March 13 – May 18
Barefoot in the Park: May 22 – July 6
The Rock and the Rabbi: July 10 – Aug. 17
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying: Aug. 21 – Oct. 19
A Fireside Christmas: Oct. 23 – Dec. 21
Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin
800-477-9505 • firesidetheatre.com
FIRST STAGE CHILDREN’S THEATER
Nationally-acclaimed children’s theater and the 2nd largest performance company in Milwaukee. Offering professional performances, a renowned theater training school and dynamic in-school educational programming.
Gossamer: Sept. 19 – Oct. 5
Giggle Giggle Quack: Oct. 4 – 19
Witness: Jan. 23 – Feb. 22
Henry Connick Jr.’s The Happy Elf: Nov. 28 – Dec. 24
The Dinosaur Play: Feb. 14 – March 1
The Neverending Story: March 6 – April 5
How I Became a Pirate: April 17 – May 17
Marcus Center’s Todd Wehr Theater
414-273-7206 • firststage.org
FLORENTINE OPERA
As one of the nation’s oldest opera companies, the Florentine Opera reflects the highest musical and theatrical standards, while supporting community and educational programs.
Studio Artist Concert: Oct. 19
Madama Butterfly: Nov. 21, 22 & 23
Semele: Feb. 27 & 28, March 1
The Magic Flute: April 27, 18 & 19
75th Anniversary Diamond Spectacular: May 29
Various Locations
414-291-5700 • florentineopera.org
HANDSBERRY-SANDS THEATRE COMPANY
Providing quality theatrical art forms that entertain, educate and develop individual talent and preserve our historical culture.
Season/performance dates TBA
Marcus Center’s Vogel Hall
414-616-7529 • hansberrysands.org
INSURGENT THEATER
Producing “bad-ass DIY” theater since 2003, featuring locally-written plays and other performance art.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-405-3576
insurgenttheatre.org
IN TANDEM THEATRE
Founded in 1998, In Tandem is committed to producing exciting, innovative comedy, drama, musicals, classics and original works.
All The Great Books: Oct. 9 – 26
A Cudahy Caroler Christmas: Dec. 3 – Jan. 4
The Show: Dec. 4 – 21
Old Wicked Songs: March 5 – 22
Romantic Fools: April 30 – May 17
Tenth Street Theatre
414-271-1371 • intandemtheatre.com
JOHN MICHAEL KOHLER ARTS CENTER
Dance and music from internationally renowned artists in two intimate performance spaces.
Season/performance dates TBA
920-458-6144 • jmkac.org
KO-THI DANCE COMPANY
A dynamic, internationally celebrated African dance company dedicated to bridging gaps between cultures.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-273-0676 • ko-thi.org
LATINO ARTS INC.
Promoting Hispanic programming in the arts both in our community and beyond.
The Photography of Eddee Daniel: Fall 08
Ernesto Cardenal: Fall 08
Colectivo “La Malagua”: Fall 08
Sammy Figueroa and His Latin Jazz Explosion: Fall 08
Day of the Dead Celebration: Fall 08
Latino Arts Annual Ofrendas Exhibit: Fall 08
Quetzal: Fall 08
Ramiro Rodríguez: Holiday Celebration
2009 Performances TBA
United Community Center
414-381-3400 • latinoartsinc.org
M&I BROADWAY ACROSS AMERICA
Season/performance dates TBA
Marcus Center
414-273-7206 • marcuscenter.org
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY THEATRE
Moon Over Buffalo: Sept. 25-28; Oct. 2,3, 5
The Cherry Orchard: Nov. 13-16, 20-23
The Heidi Chronicles: Feb. 6, 12-15, 19-22
Spitfire Grill: March 26-29; April 2-5
Student-Driven Alternative Theatre Festival: April
Helfaer Theater
414-288-7504 • mu.edu/theatre
MCMANN & TATE PRODUCTIONS
The Taters pride themselves on high-energy, original comedies, holiday comic revues and tomato dodgeball improv shows.
Season/performance dates TBA
Cedarburg Cultural Center
262-375-3676 • mcmannandtate.org
MILWAUKEE BALLET
A top-ranked company nationwide, the Milwaukee Ballet attracts world-class performers and choreographers and strives to inspire audiences to think within and beyond traditional ballet.
The Sleeping Beauty: Oct. 23 – 26
The Nutcracker: Dec. 12 – 28
Fancy Free: Feb. 19 – 22
Genesis: Choreography for the Next Generation: Mar. 26 – 29
Live and Kicking: International Choreographers Series: May 14 – 17
414-902-2103 • milwaukeeballet.org
MILWAUKEE CHAMBER THEATRE
MCT is “Celebrating Family” in its 34th season with five Milwaukee premieres sharing the common theme of family.
Well: Aug. 7 – 24
Rabbit Hole: Oct. 16 – Nov. 2
The Daly News: Nov. 13 – Dec. 14
The Sum of Us: Feb. 19 – March 15
Brooklyn Boy: April 16 – May 3
Broadway Theatre Center
414-276-8842 • chamber-theatre.com
MILWAUKEE CHILDREN’S CHOIR
In its 15th season, MCC is 400 youth strong, providing Milwaukee audiences with entertaining performances.
Winter Concert: Dec. 14
Milwaukee Youth Music Celebration:March 15 (tent.)
Roots and Wings: April 4 (tent.)
Spring Concert: May 15
Various venues • 414-221-7040
milwaukeechildrenschoir.org
MILWAUKEE CHORAL ARTISTS
MCA celebrates 11 years as one of only three professional female choirs in the U.S. Named twice in four years to the Journal Sentinel’s Top 10 Performing Arts Events.
Saints and Sinners: Oct. (Date TBA)
A Present Music Thanksgiving:Nov. 23
Magic and Enchantment: Feb 14
Stuff and Nonsense: April 4
Various venues • 262-375-2952
milwaukeechoralartists.org
MILWAUKEE GAY ARTS CENTER
MGAC serves the LGBT community by providing a welcoming environment
for relevant artists to display and perform and provides arts-related education.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-383-3727• milwaukeegayartscenter.org
MILWAUKEE REPERTORY THEATRE
Nationally recognized company presenting compelling dramas, powerful classics, award-winning contemporary works and lively cabaret shows.
Quadracci Powerhouse Theater
State of the Union: Sept. 19 – Oct. 12
Eurydice: Oct. 31 – Nov. 23
The Blonde, the Brunette and the Vengeful Redhead: Dec. 12 – Jan. 4
Trouble in Mind: Jan. 23 – Feb. 15
Pride and Prejudice: March 6 – 29
The Cherry Orchard: April 17– May 10
Stiemke Theater
I Am My Own Wife: Sept. 12 – Oct. 5
Mirandolina: Jan. 30 – Feb. 22
In this Corner: April 10 – May 3
Pabst Theater
A Christmas Carol:Nov. 11 – Dec. 28
Stackner Cabaret
Isn’t it Romantic: Nov. 8 – Dec. 28
Dogpark: The Musical: Jan. 3 – Feb. 22
Fire on the Bayou: March 7– April 26
414-224-9490 • milwaukeerep.com
MILWAUKEE SHAKESPEARE
Founded in 2000, Milwaukee’s only professional Shakespeare company presents world-class productions.
Love’s Labour’s Lost: Sept. 6 – Oct. 5
Henry V: February-March
Othello: April 18 – May 17
Locations TBA
414-747-9659
milwaukeeshakespeare.com
MILWAUKEE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2008-09, the MSO is the largest professional arts organization in Wisconsin.
Warmth and Nobility: Sept. 26 – 28
Rapt and Rhythmic: Oct. 3 – 4
Journey: Oct. 17 – 18
New Worlds: Oct. 31, Nov. 1 – 2
A World of Innocence: Nov. 7 – 8
Varied Moods: Nov. 14 – 15
Inspired: Nov. 28 – 29
Darkness and Light: Jan. 16 – 17
Romantic Journeys: Jan. 23 – 24
Modern Dance: Feb. 6 – 8, 09
A Treasure and a Discovery:Feb. 13 – 14
Beauty and Drama: March 6 – 7
In the Season of Spring: March 13 – 15
Musical Involvement: April 3 – 4
Rich and Mellow: April 24 – 26
Excitement: May 1 – 2
Musical Surprises: May 29 – 30
Grandeur and Depth: June 5 – 7
Breaking Through to Joy: Dec. 31, Jan. 2 – 3
The Earth and Heavens Move:June 12 & 14
Itzhak Perlman: Sept. 18
Renée Fleming: April 30
Marcus Center’s Uihlein Hall
414-291-7605 • mso.org
MILWAUKEE YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Training to motivate young people from diverse backgrounds across SE Wisconsin. Programs foster talent, build character and enhance lives by nurturing an
enduring love of music.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-267-2950 • myso.org
MILWAUKEE PUBLIC THEATRE
MPT creates original theatre works and provides workshops and arts residencies, making the arts accessible to people of all ages and cultures since 1974.
Joey’s Lunch Money Blues Party Girl
Amy’s Addiction
Persuading Tiffany
No Good Reason To Stay?
F.A.Q.S. (Facing Adolescent Questions About Sex)
Tobaccosaurus Rex
Pirates of the Caribbe
Rainbow Spectacolo
Unclothed, the Naked Truth:
Survivor Stories of Sexual
Abuse and Healing
Capaz
Tasawari
Cuentame un Cuento
Dates and venues TBA
414-347-1685
milwaukeepublictheatre.org
MILWAUKEE YOUTH THEATRE
The Milwaukee Youth Theatre prides itself on being most children’s first chance to be onstage. We involve children in all aspects of our performances.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-390-3900
milwaukeeyouththeatre.org
MODJESKA YOUTH THEATRE COMPANY
A vibrant musical theatre company on Milwaukee’s south side, the MYTC provides performance opportunities to youths aged 6-20.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-384-4550
mytheatercompany.org
NEXT ACT THEATRE
Engaging the hearts and minds of audiences with compelling theatre productions.
Lombardi:The Only Thing: Sept.11 – Oct. 12
Murderers: Nov. 13 – Dec. 14
Going to St. Ives: Jan. 29 – March 1
The Pavilion: April 2 – May 3
Winter Tales: Dec. 16 – Jan. 4
414-278-0765 • nextact.org
OFF THE WALL THEATRE
Gutzman’s tiny jewel-box theater transforms its environment for each production, and the company attacks material from Shakespeare to Sondheim.
Entertaining Mr. Sloane: May
Frogs: July
Gypsy: Sept. 08
The Vortex: Nov. 08
414-327-3552
offthewalltheatre.com
The only school of the arts in the UW system. 2,000 Dance, Film, Music, Theatre and Visual Arts majors work in innovative programs available.
Season/performance dates TBA
Various campus venues
414-229-4308 • www4.uwm.edu/psoa
PINK BANANA THEATER CO.
Developing local talent by creating an open and collaborative environment where artists can focus on and enhance their craft.
Season/performance dates TBA
The Alchemist Theater
pinkbananatheatre.com
PRESENT MUSIC
PM is Milwaukee’s hard-core, party-based classical musical ensemble, performing a six-concert season of new music, premieres and unexpected collaborations.
Season Opener: Sept. 6
Alexandra Dubois with the Milwaukee Choral Artists and Bucks Native American Singing and Drumming: Nov. 23
Remaining season and performance dates TBA
414-271-0711 • presentmusic.org
QUASI PRODUCTIONS
A network of artists spanning 3 major U.S. cities and providing entertainment services to all sorts of ventures to support local culture within communities.
Season/performance dates TBA
Bucketworks
414-455-5465 • quasi-productions.com
RACINE THEATRE GUILD
RTG is a professionally-managed community theatre offering plays and musicals, children’s theatre, jazz and comedy series.
Side by Side by Sondheim:July 18 – 27
The Nerd: Sept. 5 – 28
Steel Magnolias: Oct. 24 – Nov. 2
Beauty and the Beast: Nov. 28 – Dec. 21
Dearly Departed: Jan. 9 – Feb. 1
Leading Ladies: Feb. 20 – March 15
The Boys Next Door: April 17 – 26
Godspell: May 15 – June 7
262-633-4218 • racinetheatre.org
RENAISSANCE THEATERWORKS
Creating compelling theatre exploring the feminine voice and offering professional opportunities to emerging local artists.
The Persians: Oct. 10 – Nov. 2
The Dig: Jan. 16 – Feb. 8
Barney & Bee: March 20 – April 12
Studio Theatre, Broadway Theatre Center
414-291-7800 • r-t-w.com
RSVP PRODUCTIONS
RSVP Productions offers professional theater in an intimate setting, at affordable prices.
Show People: Nov. 7 – 22
Regrets Only: May 8 – 23
Astor Theater
414-272-5694 • rsvptheater.com
ST. CROIX FESTIVAL THEATRE
Since 1990, SCFT has staged over 100 productions for more than 200,000 audience members in the St. Croix Valley.
Nat King Cole Tribute: May 10
Pop Wagner in Concert: June 14
You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown: June 19 – 29
Dates with a Nut: July 10 – Aug. 10
Phil Heywood & Dakota Dave Hull: July 18
Sea Marks: Aug. 14 – 24
The Lovers Show Concert: Sept. 6
Ama & The White Crane:Sept. 13 – 21
Tim Sparks & Michael Young:Sept. 27
Arsenic & Old Lace: Oct. 9 – Nov. 2
Robert Robinson: Oct. 18
Claudia Schmidt: Nov. 8
Ann Reed & Dan Chouinard: Dec. 6
A Christmas Story:Nov. 29 – Dec. 28
Monroe Crossing: Dec. 20
651-214-2281 • festivaltheatre.org
SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
For six seasons, the Wilson Center has welcomed people from Southeastern Wisconsin to witness exciting, thoughtful and entertaining artists from all over the world.
The Phantom’s Leading Ladies:Sept. 24
Stephen Schwartz and Friend:Sept. 26
War of the Worlds & The Lost World: Oct. 9
Justin Hayford: Oct. 10, 11
Steve March Tormé – Totally Tormé: Oct. 15
Marsalis Brasiliamos: Oct. 22
Jordan Baskin Trio: Oct. 24
Trey McIntyre Project: Nov 1
Sally Mayes: Nov. 7, 8
Jesse Cook – Frontiers: Nov. 14, 15
Radio”Holly” Days: Dec. 10
Gerri DiMaggio: Dec. 12
MSO Holiday Pops: Dec. 13
MSO Holiday Classics: Dec. 20
Beyond the Bog Road: Jan. 23, 24
Make Someone Happy: Feb. 18
David Burnham: Feb. 20, 21
Pete Zimmer Grou: Feb. 27
Jazz Club – Manty Ellis & Friends: Mar. 6
Nebbia: Mar. 20, 21
Classical Piano Arts: March 22
Lee Lessack & Linda Purl:March 25
Blue Note Anniversary: March 28
Anne Kerry Ford & John Boswell: April 24, 25
Jennifer Frautschi: May 1
Jim Pugh: May 8, 9
Kathy Mettea: May 16
Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
262-781-9470 • wilson-center.com
SKYLIGHT OPERA
Skylight is a nationally-acclaimed professional opera and music theatre offering a tantalizing mix of musical and theatrical arts.
La Bohème: Sept. 12 – Oct. 5
The Producers: Nov. 28 – Jan. 4
I Do! I Do! Jan. 30 – Feb. 15
Blues in the Night:March 13 – April 5
The Pirates of Penzance: May 22 – June 14
Cabot Theatre
414-291-7800 • skylightopera.com
SOULSTICE THEATRE COMPANY
The entire 2008-09 season at Soulstice Theatre will be dedicated to our dear Keith Tamsett.
It’s Only a Play: Sept. 18 – 27
The Laramie Project: Oct. 2 – 11
A Tuna Christmas: Nov. 27 – Dec. 6
Soulstice Songs & Stories: Dec. 20
Guys on Ice: January 09
Another Antigone: Late February 09
The Book Club Play: March 09
Lend Me a Tenor: April 09
Children of a Lesser God: May 09
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks:June 09
Tony & Tina’s Wedding: Summer
Soulstice Studio
414-431-3187 • soulsticetheatre.org
SUNSET PLAYHOUSE
Since 1960, Sunset Playhouse has operated as a community theater where emerging actors and volunteers work with professionals to create dynamic productions.
Those Crazy Ladies In The House On The Corner: Sept. 5 – 7, 11 – 14, 18 – 21, 25 – 27
Jack Wilson & Kay Stiefel: Out of a Hat: Sept. 15
Escanaba in da Moonlight:Oct. 17 – 19, 23 – 26, 30; Nov. 2, 6 – 8
It’s A Wonderful Life: Dec. 5 – 7, 11 – 14, 18 – 21, 31
Three Smart Girls: A Holiday Reunion:Dec. 15 – 16
I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change: Jan. 16 – 18, 22 – 25, 29, Feb. 1
Ticket to Ride: A Tribute to the Beatles: Feb. 2 – 3
Same Time, Next Year: Feb. 27 – March 1, 5, 8, 12 – 15, 19 – 21
Social Security:April 17 – 19, 23 – 26, 30 – May 3, 7 – 9
Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets:Dry Clean Only: April 27, 28
Noises Off! May 29 – 21; June 4 – 7, 11 – 14, 18 – 20
Broadway Currents – Recent Showstoppers from the Great White Way: June 8, 9
Fame – The Musical: July 17 – 19, 23 – 26, 30; Aug. 2, 6 – 9
262-782-4430 • sunsetplayhouse.com
TEN CHIMNEYS FOUNDATION
Renowned estate tours,and ten Chimneys Foundation offers engaging programs.
Play Readings: The Guardsman: May 13
May 12
Music in the Drawing Room; (Eric Comstock & Barbara Fasano:) April 19
Fashion Forward: The Gowns and Garments of Lynn Fontanne: May 6 – Nov. 15
Conversations at Ten Chimneys: The Letters of Noel Coward: May 2
Celebration of Ten Chimneys Day, Five – Year Public Opening Anniversary: May 23
Conversations at Ten Chimneys: Steve Ross: June 14
Lunt-Fontanne Program Center
262-968-4110 • tenchimneys.org
WALKER’S POINT CENTER FOR THE ARTS
WPCA exhibits art, provides theater and multi-purpose space and offers art education programs throughout the year.
Paper Politics: Sept. 7 – Oct. 13
15th Annual Día de los Muertos: Nov. 1 – Dec. 1
Annual Hands – on Youth Program Exhibit: Dec. 7 – Jan. 12
Minneapolis Exchange Show:Jan. 25 – March 1
414-672-2787 • wpca-milwaukee.org
WAUKESHA CIVIC THEATRE
WCT provides quality live theatre performances and educational programs.
Season/performance dates TBA
Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre
262-547-0708
waukeshacivictheatre.com
WINDFALL THEATRE
Seeking out little-known gems from well-known playwrights, bringing many premieres to Milwaukee.
The Vast Difference:Sept. 26 – Oct. 11
When I Give My Heart:Feb. 20 – March 7
Betty’s Summer Vacation:May 1 – May 16
Village Church Arts
414-332-3963 • windfalltheatre.com
WILD SPACE DANCE COMPANY
Merging dance with art, film and architecture to create inventive choreography and site-specific performances.
Season/performance dates TBA
414-271-0712 • wildspacedance.org
WISCONSIN CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
Wisconsin’s oldest and largest non-profit independent music school, WCM strives to provide the finest musical education and performance opportunities for
both aspiring professional performers and individuals seeking cultural enrichment.
Prometheus Trio Series: Sept. 15, 16; Dec. 8, 9; Feb. 9, 10; April 20, 21
We Six Series: Oct. 2, Nov. 20, Jan. 29, March 26
Conservatory Nights Concert Series: Oct. 23, Dec. 3,5; Feb. 5, March 12, April 16, April 30
Sunday Concert Series: Sept. 28, Oct. 12, 19; Nov. 2, Feb. 15,
414-276-5760 • wcmusic.org
WISCONSIN CREAM CITY CHORUS
A member-run community chorus of mixed voices celebrating our diversity for over 20 years through quality choral music, choral theatre and cabaret-style performances.
One World: December 2008
Whirled Music: April 2009
It’s a Small World: June 2009
Unitarian Universalist Church West
414-276-8787 • creamcitychorus.org
WISCONSIN LUTHERAN COLLEGE
The Center for Arts and Performance at Wisconsin Lutheran College offers distinguished guest artists, outdoor summer events and excellent college performing arts groups for all types of audiences.
Jeffrey Siegel: Sept. 24
Paragon Ragtime Orchestra:Sept. 27
La Musgaña: Oct. 7
Cypress String Quartet: Oct. 17
Charlotte’s: Oct. 19 – 20
Hungarian Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra: Nov. 12
New Christy Minstrels: Nov. 21
The Plant that Ate Dirty Socks:Dec. 9
Jeffrey Siegel: Dec. 10
Silver Bells & Diamonds: Dec.12 – 13
Einstein Alive: Jan. 25 – 26
Barrage: Jan. 30
Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad: Feb. 7
Nate the Great: Feb. 26
Jim Witter: The Piano Men (Music of Billy Joel & Elton John): Feb. 27
If You Give a Pig a Pancake: Mar. 2
Music at the Crossroads: Mar. 10
Jeffrey Siegel: Mar. 18
Opus Two: Mar. 30
Blue Suede Shoes: Apr. 5
James and the Giant Peach: Apr. 6
Legend in Black: Apr. 17
Jeffrey Siegel: May 6
The Marlins: May 10
Schwan Concert Hall
414-443-8802 • wlc.edu/arts
