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Jessica Calderwood: Fictitious Flora
Wisconsin artist Jessica Calderwood blends a background in metalsmithing, and a specific interest in enameling, with a desire to investigate the social and cultural dynamics of contemporary society. Her work of the last decade—jewelry, sculpture, and wall reliefs that often combine images of plants and humans—has emphasized the construction, development, and articulation of femininity and identity. With her installation for RAM’s Windows on Fifth Gallery, Calderwood uses enamel, felt, polymer, and porcelain to magnify her exploration of gender. By including…
Find out more »Zoo Brew
In its seventh year, Zoo Brew is a fun way to sample new brews, try new foods, meet new people and support the Zoological Society of Milwaukee’s 2016-’17 annual appeal. From the micro to the macro, guests can sample beers from a wide variety of brewers. You must be at least 21 years old to attend. Regular tickets: $50 Zoological Society members & guests*; $60 non-members; $20 designated drivers. VIP tickets**: $60 Zoological Society members & guests*; $70 non-members; $30…
Find out more »Blithe Spirit
Noël Coward’s spirited, fast-paced comedy returns to the Helfaer Stage to open our 2016-2017 season! When cynical author Charles Condomine invites “happy medium” Madame Arcati into his home, a séance-gone-wrong summons the ghost of his first wife, Elvira, and leaves Charles torn between his past and his present. Audiences of all ages will adore the haunting hijinks conjured up in Blithe Spirit!
Find out more »“Music at Historic Trinity” organ recital: “The Chorale and the Organ” with John Behnke, organist
Trinity’s historic 1879 Schuelke organ will be heard in a program entitled, “The Chorale and the Organ” featuring works by J.S. Bach, Jongen, Franck, Alain, and new compositions by composer/organist, John Behnke as Dr. Behnke celebrates 25 years as the organist at Historic Trinity. We hope you will put this date on your calendar to enjoy the mighty sounds of the Trinity organ. A freewill offering will be received. A wine and cheese reception will follow.
Find out more »Blithe Spirit
Noël Coward’s spirited, fast-paced comedy returns to the Helfaer Stage to open our 2016-2017 season! When cynical author Charles Condomine invites “happy medium” Madame Arcati into his home, a séance-gone-wrong summons the ghost of his first wife, Elvira, and leaves Charles torn between his past and his present. Audiences of all ages will adore the haunting hijinks conjured up in Blithe Spirit!
Find out more »8th Annual Milwaukee Ukulele Festival
“All things Ukulele” will be celebrated at the 8th Annual Milwaukee Ukulele Festival at the Sunset Playhouse in Elm Grove on Saturday October 1st. The festival is a full day of workshops, vendors, and demonstrations beginning at 10 a.m. The evening festival, which is open to the general public, begins at 7 p.m. The event will have World Class Talent from right here in the Midwest and nationally recognized players. This year’s lineup includes: Bucky Halker, Guy Fiorentini, The Milwaukee…
Find out more »Encaustic Workshop
The technique of painting with wax has been around since the time of the Egyptians. Artists throughout the ages have employed this method of mixing wax medium into oil paint, applying it to a rigid surface, and “burning” it in using heat. In modern times the heat gun has become the most popular tool for this purpose. Participants will have the opportunity to explore this technique and to experiment with a variety of applications including collage and stenciling. Please bring…
Find out more »Lost Arts
The Grohmann Museum hosts its seventh annual festival celebrating the activities and ways of work captured in the paintings and bronzes of the permanent collection. A shoecarver, glass founder, brewer, woodworker, spinners, master painters, and the Milwaukee Blacksmith all share their expertise and demonstrate their techniques as the Museum becomes a laboratory for the creation of Lost Arts.
Find out more »Blithe Spirit
Noël Coward’s spirited, fast-paced comedy returns to the Helfaer Stage to open our 2016-2017 season! When cynical author Charles Condomine invites “happy medium” Madame Arcati into his home, a séance-gone-wrong summons the ghost of his first wife, Elvira, and leaves Charles torn between his past and his present. Audiences of all ages will adore the haunting hijinks conjured up in Blithe Spirit!”
Find out more »Blithe Spirit
Noël Coward’s spirited, fast-paced comedy returns to the Helfaer Stage to open our 2016-2017 season! When cynical author Charles Condomine invites “happy medium” Madame Arcati into his home, a séance-gone-wrong summons the ghost of his first wife, Elvira, and leaves Charles torn between his past and his present. Audiences of all ages will adore the haunting hijinks conjured up in Blithe Spirit!”
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