New “Jeeves” blossoms at MCT
"Jeeves in Bloom," a Margaret Raether adaptation of the P.G. Wodehouse stories, is packed to the brim with comedy, fueled by a returning Matt Daniels and a cast of archetypal characters.
Apr 13th, 2013 by Matthew ReddinMSO aglow with Haydn, Ives, Wagner
Conductor Francesco Lecco-Chong and a reduced MSO make the music work under the dome of the Basilica of St. Josaphat.
Apr 13th, 2013 by Michael Barndt“American Idiot” rocks, but with shallow roles
The touring Broadway rock opera is all punk and bombast, but leaves story depth and complexity off stage right.
Apr 13th, 2013 by Brian JacobsonMilwaukee Choral Artists sing their last songs
Sharon Hansen, preparing to retire, leads the last concert of the professional women's choir she founded 15 years ago. Tonight in 'Tosa.
Apr 13th, 2013 by Tom StriniNew Opera both elegant and rowdy at Present Music
Kamran Ince's "Judgment of Midas" offers sonic delight and plenty of luscious melody; Miriam Seidel's witty libretto will make you smile through this ardent serenade to music.
Apr 13th, 2013 by Tom StriniUWM’s New Freshwater School Makes Progress
The $53 million, UW-Milwaukee School of Freshwater Sciences is rising along the waterfront.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Urban MilwaukeeSue Black’s Cape Cod Cutie
The Milwaukee Wave owner and former parks director lives modestly near the Waukesha county line.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Michael HorneMilwaukeeans Push for Immigration Reform
DC rally attendees come back confident a bipartisan agreement will be created by Congress.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Brendan O’Brien, Milwaukee Neighborhood News ServiceYear’s First Fatality, Bicyclist Hit by SUV
Bicyclists continue to be killed by negligent drivers, which is why Wisconsin needs a Vulnerable User Law.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Dave SchlabowskeKamran Ince, Pan, Apollo and Opera
"Judgment of Midas" began with an archaeological dig in Turkey, and premieres at UWM Friday.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Tom StriniOne company, three styles
Darrell Grand Moultrie's warm tribute to Sammy Davis Jr brings tap to the ballet for the first time; Amy Seiwert debuts, Tim O'Donnell gives us plenty to think about.
Apr 12th, 2013 by Tom StriniArt again in bloom at the Milwaukee Art Museum
The annual event, featuring more than 40 arrangements inspired by MAM artworks, will run through this Sunday. Angela Morgan has photos of this year's setup.
Apr 11th, 2013 by Angela Morgan