The Skylight’s “Brel,” on the outskirts of greatness
The words and music of Jacques Brel, the mid-century singer-songwriter, still wound and amuse today.
Jan 30th, 2011 by Ellen Burmeister
My Disco’s Sustained Inferno
My Disco's "Little Joy" unleashes a torrent of white-hot sustain, creating an LP that's simultaneously relaxing and agitating. It's great stuff for your ears.
Jan 29th, 2011 by Jeff Moody
“Blue Valentine” opens in Milwaukee
Derek Cianfrance's tragic love story wowed audiences at the 2010 Milwaukee Film Festival.This weekend, the controversial drama returns to the Oriental Theatre.
Jan 29th, 2011 by Erin Petersen
The Super Bowl Style edition
On Feb. 6, we'll all be rooting for the Packers. If team gear isn't for you, Annie offers tips on incorporating the green and gold into your game day ensemble.
Jan 29th, 2011 by Annie Vihtelic
Brahms, Schumann, Beethoven
De Waart illumines Schumann's dense Symphony No. 3, Garrick Ohlssohn shines in Beethoven's "Emperor" Piano Concerto.
Jan 29th, 2011 by Tom Strini
Friday Photos Friday, 28. January 2011
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Jan 28th, 2011 by Friday Photos
Now I really want the Packers to beat the Steelers
Because I really want the Milwaukee Art Museum to win that bet with Pittsburgh's Carnegie Museum of Art.
Jan 28th, 2011 by Tom Strini
Another Year
Mike Leigh makes great roles for actors, as evidenced in this latest film. He lets them do what actors seldom get to: live in front of the camera.
Jan 28th, 2011 by Mark Metcalf
A Q&A with Chad Edwards
An "art show for people who don't like art shows" opens tonight. Curator Chad Edwards discusses the exhibition-and the art of not taking yourself too seriously.
Jan 28th, 2011 by Erin Petersen
UWM Union Theatre screens “Samson & Delilah”
Expert cinematography captures everything the characters don't say. In "Samson & Delilah" Director Warwick Thornton achieves the pinnacle of "show, don't tell."
Jan 28th, 2011 by Kevin Mueller
Ghosts of previous election haunt Supreme Court choices
The ethical problems with the 2008 race has opened the gates to candidates seeking to unseat incumbent Wisconsin Justice David Prosser.
Jan 28th, 2011 by Patti Wenzel
Wild Space takes it to the bank
Debra Loewen's new Past Present brims with dreamy, arresting moments, but there's a slow patch in the middle.
Jan 28th, 2011 by Tom Strini
