Summer Scenes: Do It Yourself
Summer Scenes

Do It Yourself

As TCD staff prepares for a move to the Grand Avenue, Judith Ann muses on the new space and Milwaukee's growing creative economy.

Slainte! Irish Fest heats up the lakefront

Slainte! Irish Fest heats up the lakefront

This weekend, Milwaukee plays host to North America's largest Irish festival with four days of authentic music, food and culture.

Wirch, Holperin hold on to Democratic senate seats

Wirch, Holperin hold on to Democratic senate seats

Both incumbents hold on to their seats in the final Wisconsin recall election. The campaign ads will stop for a while, but look for the movement to recall Gov. Walker to heat up in January

Youngblood Theatre’s outdoor “Minnesota Moon”

Youngblood Theatre’s outdoor “Minnesota Moon”

A true-to-life outdoor setting enhances the story of two friends saying their last goodbyes.

Brighten the Passage Design Charrette

Brighten the Passage Design Charrette

During the lunch hour on Wednesday, there will be a design charrette for the Brighten the Passage project. If you're like to stop by to contribute, the group will be meeting on-street at the corner of Water Street and Wisconsin Avenue.

On Stage 8/16: August rolls on with new theater, dance and festivals
On Stage 8/16

August rolls on with new theater, dance and festivals

Alverno Presents' psychedelic Western, Danceworks' experimental pairings, the Milwaukee Domes Art Festival and more.

Art under Glass: The 2011 Milwaukee Domes Art Festival
Art under Glass

The 2011 Milwaukee Domes Art Festival

Over 75 artists will transform the Domes this weekend for the 2nd annual festival, bringing fine art to Milwaukee's gold-medal winning park.

Actors in India 3: Opening night and on to Mumbai
Actors in India 3

Opening night and on to Mumbai

A Milwaukee troupe tours a play about success in business through India. This is their third letter home.

Better Connecting the Lakefront to Downtown

Better Connecting the Lakefront to Downtown

There is no question that the connection between Milwaukee's lakefront and downtown is underwhelming. Despite the fact that they meet at Lincoln Memorial Drive, there is no grand connection between the two, which is unfortunate as the intersection of Lincoln Memorial Drive and Michigan Street is a gateway to the city.

Recall election: Sen. Robert Wirch and Jonathan Steitz
Recall election

Sen. Robert Wirch and Jonathan Steitz

In the last round of recalls, it's the Democrats' turn at the ballot box. Here's your update on the race in Kenosha.

APT’s “The Tempest,” all about magic and the magic of theater

APT’s “The Tempest,” all about magic and the magic of theater

American Players Theatre mounts transporting Shakespeare under the stars in Spring Green.

Retro Read: Summerland
Retro Read

Summerland

Summerland is not high art. It’s a young adult book at its finest, and a read will take the average adult a few days at most. But what a wonderful few days they’ll be.