New North American Tour of the iconic Tony Award-winning musical ANNIE to play Marcus Performing Arts Center April 25 – 27, 2025
Tickets On Sale Friday, November 22
Nov 20th, 2024Just Announced! “The Simon & Garfunkel Story” Returns to Marcus Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 25
Tickets On Sale Friday, November 22
Nov 18th, 2024Tickets Go On Sale Friday, November 15 for the Premiere Milwaukee Engagement Coming to the Marcus Performing Arts Center March 25 – 30, 2025
Broadway star and "American Idol" winner Nick Fradiani plays the title role in the national tour
Nov 12th, 2024Marcus Performing Arts Center Announces New Vice President of Venue Operations
Graeme Bice joins Marcus Performing Arts Center with strong background in venue management to continue to enhance operations and guest experience
Nov 4th, 2024Marcus Performing Arts Center Announces New “Broadway Bridges Milwaukee” Arts Education Program
As one of just 24 venues nationwide to participate in Broadway Bridges, MPAC’s new program will provide intensive Broadway experiences for high school students
Oct 15th, 2024Just Announced! Nine New Shows Coming to Milwaukee as Part of 2024/25 MPAC Presents Season
Highlights include Cirque Kalabanté, The Magic of Rob Lake, the return of The Hip Hop Nutcracker, and a one-night-only performance of the National Tour of The Cher Show
Jun 24th, 2024Marcus Performing Arts Center and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 Announce “Broadway Skates!” Event at Red Arrow Park
Celebrate SHREK – The Musical with this free community event on Saturday, February 24
Feb 19th, 2024Marcus Performing Arts Center to Receive $15,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
Funding supports diverse performing artists and engagement activities as part of the 2023/24 MPAC Dance, Jazz, and Student Matinee Series
Jan 31st, 2024Winners of 40th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Contests Announced, Will Be Celebrated at Free Citywide Celebration
Milestone 40th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration will celebrate winners at free event on Monday, January 15
Jan 3rd, 2024Marcus Performing Arts Center Launches “Culture Collective,” Showcasing Prominent Artists of Color
As part of the 2023/24 MPAC Presents Series, the Culture Collective features 7 shows
Dec 19th, 2023All-New SHREK THE MUSICAL Coming to Milwaukee as Part of North American Tour
Tony Award® winners Jeanine Tesori and David Lindsay-Abaire revisit score and book ahead of anticipated tour that includes a stop at the Marcus Performing Arts Center
Dec 11th, 20232023/24 Student Matinee Series at Marcus Performing Arts Center Kicks Off In November
Special daytime performances for over 7,500 area students bring the arts to life
Oct 19th, 2023Artist Lineup Announced for Rainbow Summer HIGHLIGHT featuring Evanescent
Free public performances featuring live music, food trucks, activities, and more will take place July 18-22 on the Marcus Performing Arts Center Outdoor Grounds alongside the “Evanescent” public art installation
Jun 26th, 2023Marcus Performing Arts Center to Host Student Visual Art Exhibition of TBEY Arts Center’s Exploration Studio Participants
Young Milwaukee artists highlighted in extended exhibition, first of its kind in Marcus Center’s 50+ year history
Jun 20th, 2023Just Announced! Four New Shows Coming to the Marcus Performing Arts Center As Part Of 2023/24 MPAC Presents Season
Dynamic, exciting shows will delight audiences of all ages
May 30th, 2023Rainbow Summer HIGHLIGHT featuring Evanescent coming to Marcus Performing Arts Center this summer
Marcus Performing Arts Center and Milwaukee Downtown, BID #21 partner to bring an immersive, large-scale public art installation and five nights of free public performances
May 17th, 2023Marcus Performing Arts Center to Receive $15,000 Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts
Funding supports advancement of racial equity through the performing arts as part of MPAC Presents Series
Feb 24th, 2023Marcus Performing Arts Center Announces Departure of President and CEO
Kendra Whitlock Ingram to leave organization in January 2023, Board to launch national search for new leader
Nov 1st, 2022Mary Chapin Carpenter, Marc Cohn, And Shawn Colvin Confirm Special “Together In Concert” Tour
Tickets On-Sale June 25
Jun 16th, 2021Motown Revue with Broadway’s Chester Gregory will headline the Marcus Performing Arts Center 50th Anniversary Season Broadway Bash Presented by Johnson Financial Group
Preview Night Friday, June 12
May 8th, 2020The Lion Sings Tonight
Company members of DISNEY’S THE LION KING will present a ONE NIGHT ONLY cabaret performance to benefit Vivent Health and Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.
Feb 14th, 2020Disney’s The Lion King Opens this Week!
Performances Begin on February 5, 2020 And Play for Four Weeks at the Marcus Performing Arts Center through March 1, 2020
Feb 4th, 2020The 2nd Annual César E. Chávez Birthday Celebration
Free Event is on March 8 at 1:00 pm
Jan 31st, 2020Neil Berg’s 50 Years of Rock N Roll Comes To The Marcus Performing Arts Center
Jan 28th, 2020
Marcus Performing Arts Center Announces Next President & CEO
Nationally recognized performing arts leader Kendra Whitlock Ingram to succeed Paul Mathews
Dec 11th, 2019Broadway’s Tony Award-Winning Hit Comedy Prepares to Wreak Havoc in Milwaukee, March 17-22, 2020
Tickets go on sale on Friday, December 13 at 10:00 am.
Dec 6th, 2019Viral Sensation Hiplet Ballerinas Come to Milwaukee on Premiere Tour
Tickets for Hiplet Ballerinas are $50.00 (subject to change).
Dec 4th, 2019Tickets for Disney’s The Lion King on Sale Friday, November 1
Performances Begin on February 5, 2020 And Play for Four Weeks at the Marcus Performing Arts Center through March 1, 2020
Oct 18th, 2019The Marcus Performing Arts Center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration!
Wednesday, October 30
Oct 15th, 2019Unmatched Carpenters Tribute Takes the Stage at the Marcus Performing Center
Close to You: The Music of The Carpenters comes to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on Saturday, November 9 at 8:00 pm.
Oct 10th, 2019Acclaimed Actor David Payne Stars in “An Evening with C.S. Lewis” February 14-16 at the Marcus Performing Arts Center
Tickets on sale October 10
Oct 9th, 2019The Second City Knits ‘The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Sweater’ This Holiday
Performances will be on November 29-December 1 in the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall.
Sep 13th, 2019Trapper Schoepp Duo | September 5 | 12 p.m.
Trapper Schoepp takes center stage at the Peck Pavilion September 5 for the final concert of the Marcus Center’s Lunch Concert series. For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Sep 3rd, 2019Trapper Schoepp Duo | September 5 | 12 p.m.
Trapper Schoepp takes center stage at the Peck Pavilion September 5 for the final concert of the Marcus Center’s Lunch Concert series. For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Sep 2nd, 2019That Golden Girls Show: A Puppet Parody Comes to the Marcus Center!
Tickets on sale this Friday, August 30!
Aug 28th, 2019The New Grey | August 29 | 12 p.m.
Thursday Lunch Concerts at the Marcus Center continue with The New Grey on August 29! An R&B Indie Rock band hailing from both the Milwaukee/Chicago area, this performance will be something you won’t want to miss!
Aug 27th, 2019The New Grey | August 29 | 12 p.m.
Thursday Lunch Concerts at the Marcus Center continue with The New Grey on August 29! An R&B Indie Rock band hailing from both the Milwaukee/Chicago area, this performance will be something you won’t want to miss!
Aug 26th, 2019Big Trouble in Little China Featuring Live DJ 2-Tone Jones | August 23 | 7:15 p.m.
The Marcus Center’s Live at Peck movie series, Peck Flicks, concludes with action classic – Big Trouble in Little China on August 23! Come out to the Peck Pavilion for this adventure feature with live score mixing by DJ 2 Tone Jones of CAN I KICK IT?
Aug 22nd, 2019Big Trouble in Little China Featuring Live DJ 2-Tone Jones | August 23 | 7:15 p.m.
The Marcus Center’s Live at Peck movie series, Peck Flicks, concludes with action classic – Big Trouble in Little China on August 23! Come out to the Peck Pavilion for this adventure feature with live score mixing by DJ 2 Tone Jones of CAN I KICK IT?
Aug 21st, 2019Ladies First: A Tribute to the Women of Classic Hip Hop and R&B | August 22 | 7 p.m.
Milwaukee Renaissance Woman, B-Free, curates an evening of Milwaukee musicians in an all-star tribute to the Women of Classic Hip Hop and R&B. For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 21st, 2019Nickel&Rose with SistaStrings | August 22 | 12 p.m.
On August 22, Americana/Folk duo Nickel&Rose join forces with R&B/gospel duo, SistaStrings, to form an exciting and unique quartet at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 20th, 2019Ladies First: A Tribute to the Women of Classic Hip Hop and R&B | August 22 | 7 p.m.
Milwaukee Renaissance Woman, B-Free, curates an evening of Milwaukee musicians in an all-star tribute to the Women of Classic Hip Hop and R&B. For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 20th, 2019Nickel&Rose with SistaStrings | August 22 | 12 p.m.
On August 22, Americana/Folk duo Nickel&Rose join forces with R&B/gospel duo, SistaStrings, to form an exciting and unique quartet at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 19th, 2019101 Dalmatians | August 16 | 7:15 p.m.
The Marcus Center’s Live at Peck movie series, Peck Flicks, continues with Disney’s live action 101 Dalmatians on August 16! Starring Glenn Close as Cruella De Vil, this family favorite will make for a fun night at Peck Pavilion!
Aug 15th, 2019101 Dalmatians | August 16 | 7:15 p.m.
The Marcus Center’s Live at Peck movie series, Peck Flicks, continues with Disney’s live action 101 Dalmatians on August 16! Starring Glenn Close as Cruella De Vil, this family favorite will make for a fun night at Peck Pavilion!
Aug 14th, 2019Heartache Tonight – A Tribute to the Eagles! | August 15 | 7 p.m.
Heartache Tonight – A Tribute to the Eagles takes center stage at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion on August 15! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 14th, 2019Heartache Tonight – A Tribute to the Eagles! | August 15 | 7 p.m.
Heartache Tonight – A Tribute to the Eagles takes center stage at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion on August 15! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 13th, 2019Chris Crain | August 15 | 12 p.m.
Thursday Lunch Concerts at the Marcus Center continue with Milwaukee own’s Chris Crain on August 15! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 13th, 2019Chris Crain | August 15 | 12 p.m.
Thursday Lunch Concerts at the Marcus Center continue with Milwaukee own’s Chris Crain on August 15! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 12th, 2019DANCE MKE Finalists Love to Dance
Four groups advance to the finals. Here they talk about why they dance.
Aug 12th, 2019Brave | August 9 | 7:15 p.m.
The Marcus Center’s Live at Peck movie series, Peck Flicks, continues with Pixar’s Brave on August 9! Come out to the Peck Pavilion for this adventure feature and pre-movie face painting with Suzy Sparkes!
Aug 8th, 2019Brave | August 9 | 7:15 p.m.
The Marcus Center’s Live at Peck movie series, Peck Flicks, continues with Pixar’s Brave on August 9! Come out to the Peck Pavilion for this adventure feature and pre-movie face painting with Suzy Sparkes!
Aug 7th, 2019The Ron Burgundy’s | August 8 | 7 p.m.
Experience a night of yacht and softcore rock from the 60s, 70s and 80s with The Ron Burgundy’s! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 7th, 2019The Ron Burgundy’s | August 8 | 7 p.m.
Experience a night of yacht and softcore rock from the 60s, 70s and 80s with The Ron Burgundy’s! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 6th, 2019B-Free & Quinten Farr Duo | August 8 | 12 p.m.
Multi-faceted husband and wife combo B-Free and Quinten Farr mark their debut at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion for a lively duo performance on August 8! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 6th, 2019B-Free & Quinten Farr Duo | August 8 | 12 p.m.
Multi-faceted husband and wife combo B-Free and Quinten Farr mark their debut at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion for a lively duo performance on August 8! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 5th, 2019Q&A With Two DANCE MKE Competitors
See why local performers Dos and Artistic Edge Dance Centre love to dance.
Aug 4th, 2019JL Russell’s Tribute to Smooth Jazz | August 1 | 7 p.m.
Led by pianist/band leader JL Russell, this evening will be a great night of smooth jazz! For more information on this FREE event and Live at Peck Pavilion go to MarcusCenter.org.
Aug 1st, 2019The Wizard of Oz | August 2 | 7:15 p.m.
The Marcus Center’s Live at Peck movie series, Peck Flicks, kicks off on August 2 with The Wizard of Oz! Come out to the Peck Pavilion for this classic film and pre-movie face painting with Suzy Sparkes!
Aug 1st, 2019DanceMKE 2019 Will Wow You
Dancers from a wide variety of backgrounds and disciplines compete to make the finals. The fun begins next week.
Jul 22nd, 2019Marcus Center Continues Arts Connect Summer Camp on July 22-26
Includes Master Class with cast members from Anastasia
Jul 18th, 2019Long-time Marcus Center President and CEO to Retire at the End of 2019
Board to launch search for new leader; Mathews to continue involvement in Campus Master Plan fundraising
Jul 17th, 2019Free Entertainment Returns to the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion on June 26-September 5
Shakespeare in the Park, Milwaukee Ballet’s Ballet Beat, True Skool and Milwaukee Fringe Festival continue this summer!
Jun 12th, 2019Tickets for the Milwaukee Premiere of Broadway’s Anastasia on Sale Now
This dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s.
May 10th, 2019KidZ Days at the Center Returns to the Marcus Center’s KidZ Stage
This educational arts program has a tradition and reputation of providing quality performing arts, early childhood education, and cultural enrichment to our young people free of cost.
May 3rd, 2019The Airmen of Note of the United States Air Force Perform Free Concert on Wednesday, May 1
Milwaukee Native, Major General James Jacobson, is set to attend
Apr 24th, 2019Kima Hamilton and Dasha Kelly Hamilton bring HOME back to the Marcus Center on Thursday, April 11!
Tickets are $20 and can purchase in person at the Marcus Center Box Office at 929 North Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee or at the door.
Mar 21st, 2019The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra® Swings into Milwaukee on Friday, May 24 to the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall!
Tickets On Sale on Friday, March 1!
Feb 26th, 2019Masters of Soul Comes Back to Milwaukee!
The Celebration of the Legendary Songs and Performers of Motown! Sunday, May 5 at 3:00 pm. Tickets on Sale on Thursday, March 7
Feb 20th, 2019Legendary Yes Frontman Jon Anderson Announces New Album, 1,000 Hands, and a Spring U.S. Tour Coming to Milwaukee on April 19!
The luminous new album features a stunning array of guest artists including Alan White, Chris Squire, Steve Howe, Jean-Luc Ponty, Ian Anderson, Billy Cobham and Chick Corea
Feb 19th, 2019‘IT’S NOT YOU, IT’S ME, THE SECOND CITY’ Sends Up Break-ups and Make-ups
And teams up with Lakefront Brewery
Feb 14th, 2019BritBeat: ‘A Multimedia Concert Journey Through Beatles Music History’ Returns to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on Saturday, May 4
Tickets On Sale this Friday!
Jan 14th, 2019Marcus Center for the Performing Arts Signs Multi-Year Broadway Series Partnership with Johnson Financial Group
The partnership starts with the 2019-2020 season which includes the Milwaukee premier of HAMILTON and the Marcus Center’s 50th year anniversary celebration.
Jan 11th, 2019The Book of Mormon Announces Lottery Ticket Policy Performances Begin January 2 at Marcus Center
The wildly popular lottery for the Broadway production has attracted as many as 800 entries at some performances.
Dec 17th, 2018Steering Committee Plans 35th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
The only cities that have celebrated Dr. King’s Birthday annually since 1984 are Atlanta, Georgia and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Dec 12th, 20182017 Marcus Prize Studio Offers Visions for Future of Key Downtown Block
Final Review of a Conceptual Development Incorporating Milwaukee Public Museum, Betty Brinn Children’s Museum and Marcus Center Parking Structure is Scheduled for December 12
Dec 11th, 2018Marcus Center Reveals New Vision for Campus
Initial phase anticipated for completion for start of 2019/2020 50th Anniversary Season
Dec 7th, 2018The Celtic Tenors Present: The Irish Songbook at the Marcus Center on Friday, March 1
Tickets On Sale Now!
Dec 3rd, 2018The Grinch Gets Ready for His Debut in Milwaukee With Help from Tourism Grant
Grant funds will go towards sales promotion aimed at families traveling for Thanksgiving
Nov 16th, 2018Milwaukee Native Returns in Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents The Dan Nimmer Trio on February 1, 2019
Tickets on sale this Thursday, November 15
Nov 14th, 2018‘IT’S NOT YOU, IT’S ME, THE SECOND CITY’ Sends Up Break-ups and Make-ups
Your friends, your parents, even your blind date will find something achingly familiar to laugh at.
Nov 5th, 2018A Soulful Christmas with Local Musician, Chris Crain, Comes to the Marcus Center for One Night Only!
A Soulful Christmas with Chris Crain, is a very classic experience that combines jazz and soul to spread love and cheer.
Oct 23rd, 2018Singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Royal Wood is coming to the Marcus Center’s Rehearsal Hall on Monday, October 8
Tickets on sale now!
Sep 28th, 2018The Marcus Center Hosts ROCKTOBERFEST During Doors Open Milwaukee!
Saturday, September 22
Sep 19th, 2018‘Twas the Month Before Christmas Comes to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
Tickets On Sale this Friday, September 14!
Sep 11th, 2018Zeshan B Brings His New Genre Of Music To The Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on Saturday, September 15!
He has created an entirely new genre that is his very own--Brown Skinned Soul.
Sep 7th, 2018Something Rotten! is Coming to Milwaukee Opening October 16-21 at the Marcus Center
“Fresh, irreverent and Hysterical!” –AP
Sep 6th, 2018Stage Set for DanceMKE Finale
Last three groups punch their tickets to the finals. See the finals tonight!
Aug 21st, 2018Michael Glabicki Singer/Songwriter of Rusted Root with Dirk Miller Comes to Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
A multifaceted musician, producer and songwriter, Glabicki's talents are unique and extremely uplifting.
Aug 20th, 2018One-Man Star Wars Trilogy Will Take Starlight Indoors Audiences on a Fun, Frenetic Trip to a Galaxy Far, Far Away
Coming to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on November 3
Aug 15th, 2018One-Man Stranger Things: A Parody is Coming to Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on November 2
This one night only performance will be at the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on Friday, November 2 at 7:30 pm.
Aug 14th, 2018Second Wave of Teams Advance in DanceMKE
Beautiful weather, large crowd for the second night of competitive dance contest.
Aug 9th, 2018DANCEMKE 2018 is Underway!
Dancers from a variety of backgrounds and disciplines will compete for a chance to compete in the finals.
Aug 8th, 2018The Second City Hits the Road With Their Latest Revue, ‘Made In America (Some Assembly Required)’
Tour comes to the Marcus Center on October 19-20, 2018
Aug 1st, 2018FREE Christmas in July Celebration at the Marcus Center this Friday, July 27!
The night will include awesome local vendors and community partners such as Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, SueMo Dance Company, Milwaukee Public Library and many more.
Jul 26th, 2018Marcus Center Hires New Director of Community Engagement and Diversity
Anthony D. Smith will steward all the Marcus Center’s current and future community engagement programs.
Jul 23rd, 20189th Annual Flag Day Celebration at The Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion
Honoring the Dead by Serving the Living
May 31st, 2018Free Entertainment Returns to the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion on July 5-August 25
Shakespeare in the Park continues this summer!
May 30th, 2018KidZ Days At the Center Returns to the Marcus Center’s KidZ Stage
Join us, this summer at the KidZ Stage, for KidZ Days At the Center on Tuesdays through Thursdays at 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
May 29th, 2018American Girl Live Comes to the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
Tickets go on sale Friday, May 18
May 14th, 2018Legendary NBA Champ Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is Coming to the Marcus Center With His Live On-stage Show – Becoming Kareem
Hosted By 7-time Emmy Award winning Sports Commentator Roy Firestone
May 7th, 2018Most Awarded Musical of 2015 to play Milwaukee’s Marcus Center on June 26-July 1!
Tickets On Sale May 11!
May 3rd, 2018Kima Hamilton and Dasha Kelly Hamilton bring HOME to the Marcus Center on Thursday, March 8!
Tickets On Sale Now!
Mar 1st, 2018Robert Dubac Returns to the Marcus Center with his New Show The Book of Moron on April 13-14 at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
Tickets on sale now!
Jan 17th, 2018National Tour of HAMILTON Coming to Milwaukee During 2019-2020 Season
Information regarding engagement dates and how to purchase groups and single tickets will be announced at a later time.
Jan 10th, 2018Steering Committee Plans 34th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
Sunday, January 14th, 2018 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.
Dec 11th, 2017Broadway.com’s Audience Choice Award Winner for Best Musical!
Tickets for Finding Neverland on sale this Friday, December 8.
Dec 4th, 2017Two Local Young Actresses Cast as “Lulu” for the One-Week Milwaukee Engagement on January 2-7, 2018
Both girls were chosen via an audition process held at the Marcus Center on November 9.
Nov 30th, 2017WAITRESS To Play The Marcus Center One Week Only! January 2-7, 2018
Tickets on sale this Friday!
Nov 15th, 2017BritBeat: A Tribute to the Beatles Comes to the Marcus Center!
Tickets On Sale this Friday!
Nov 1st, 2017“Broadway Balances America” Invites You to Meet the Women of Waitress!
WAITRESS, presented by Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center and Broadway Across America-Milwaukee, comes to Milwaukee as part of the 2017/2018 Broadway Series.
Oct 16th, 2017It’s A Non-Christmas When The Second City Denominational Visits Milwaukee On November 29 – December 3
Tickets on sale tomorrow!
Sep 28th, 2017Lottery Announced for the “Rent” 20th Anniversary Tour
$25 Tickets Day of Performance only at the Marcus Center Box Office
Sep 28th, 2017School of Rock On Sale
School of Rock is coming to Milwaukee, November 21st.
Sep 19th, 2017Black Violin Announces 2017 “Classical Boom Tour”
Serves as Featured Artist for ESPN Promo of US Open Tennis
Sep 6th, 2017National Tour Cast Announced for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Smash Hit School of Rock the Musical
The tour will make a stop in Milwaukee on November 21-26, 2017.
Aug 24th, 2017Rent 20th Anniversary Tour Cast Announcement
The tour will make a stop in Milwaukee at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on October 3-8.
Aug 23rd, 2017Live in Central Park [Revisited] Comes to the Marcus Center
Tickets on sale this Friday, August, 18!
Aug 16th, 2017Second Wave of Groups Advance in DanceMKE
Perfect weather, large crowd for the second night of competitive dance contest.
Aug 11th, 2017Waitress Announces National Touring Cast!
National Tour of WAITRESS makes a stop in Milwaukee on January 2-7, 2018.
Aug 9th, 2017First Three Groups Advance in DanceMKE
Fans came out and enjoyed the first round of the dance competition.
Aug 5th, 2017DanceMKE Returns
Marcus Center's summer dance competition kicked off this week. Help choose the winner!
Aug 4th, 2017Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis Returns to the Marcus Center Wednesday, October 11 at 7:30 pm
Tickets On Sale this Friday, July 21
Jul 19th, 2017Rent 20th Anniversary Tour Coming to Milwaukee October 3-8
Tickets on sale Friday, July 28
Jul 11th, 2017Black Violin Comes to the Marcus Center’s Uihlein Hall on Saturday, October 28 at 7:30 pm
Tickets go on sale on Friday, June 9!
Jun 1st, 2017Free Entertainment Returns to the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion on July 6-August 26
Shakespeare in the Park joins line up!
May 23rd, 20178th Annual Flag Day Celebration at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion
Honoring the Dead by Serving the Living
May 11th, 2017The Marcus Center Welcomes Kelly Candotti as Director of Development
Kelly will strategically identify growth opportunities for fund development to further philanthropic giving to the Center.
May 9th, 2017Shakespeare in the Park moves downtown to the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion
“We know what we are now, but know not what we may be.” -Hamlet, Act IV, scene V William Shakespeare
Mar 21st, 2017Announcing the 17/18 Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center Series!
Milwaukee Premiere of AN AMERICAN IN PARIS AND SCHOOL OF ROCK Along with Returning Favorites, RENT 20th Anniversary Tour and LES MISÉRABLES
Mar 6th, 2017Marcus Center Presents Hooray for Hollywood!
A Big Band Celebration of Classic Hollywood Musicals Comes to Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall Saturday, May 20 at 2:00 pm. Tickets On Sale on March 10!
Mar 2nd, 2017Men Are From Mars – Women Are From Venus LIVE! Returns to the Marcus Center’s Vogel Hall, April 6-9
Tickets On Sale Tuesday, February 14!
Feb 9th, 2017Junk Yard Music Becomes a National Phenomenon
Playing Milwaukee on Saturday, May 6. Two Shows Only
Jan 31st, 2017“The Rapture” Directed by Evaughn High and Music Director Jermaine Rideout Comes to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall February 25-26, 2017
Adapted from "What Will the Rapture Be Like" written by Gerald Saffold
Jan 20th, 2017Ko-Thi Dance Company Returns to Milwaukee Stage with Vibrations Rhythmic Motion Concert
Ko-Thi's Adult Company and Ton Ko-Thi Children's Performing Ensemble
Jan 19th, 2017The High Energy Chris Perdoni’s Stunt Dog Experience Comes to the Marcus Center for a Limited Engagement!
Tickets on Sale This Friday, January 20!
Jan 17th, 2017Casting Announced for the New National Touring Production of the THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Premieres in Milwaukee on January 3-8 at the Marcus Center. Tickets on Sale Now!
Dec 15th, 2016Live in Central Park [Revisited] Concert Comes to the Marcus Center
Lee Lessack and Johnny Rodgers recreate that magical night in Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall as part of the MC Presents series.
Dec 15th, 2016The Irish Comedy Tour Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day Early at the Marcus Center
Tickets On Sale this Friday, December 16
Dec 14th, 201633rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration “We Shall Overcome”
Presented in Cooperation with the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
Dec 13th, 2016The 2013 Tony® Award-Winning Broadway Musical RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA Comes to the Marcus Center in Milwaukee from March 28-April 2
Tickets on sale this Friday, December 9
Dec 6th, 2016The new national touring production of THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Premieres in Milwaukee on January 3-8 at the Marcus Center. Tickets go on sale this Friday, November 18.
Nov 17th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Pat McCurdy, the DanceMKE finals, the movie Princess and the Frog plus the closing celebration Taste of Islands with a day full of Jamaican flavored food, music and fun! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 26th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Pat McCurdy, the DanceMKE finals, the movie Princess and the Frog plus the closing celebration Taste of Islands with a day full of Jamaican flavored food, music and fun! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 25th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Pat McCurdy, the DanceMKE finals, the movie Princess and the Frog plus the closing celebration Taste of Islands with a day full of Jamaican flavored food, music and fun! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 24th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Pat McCurdy, the DanceMKE finals, the movie Princess and the Frog plus the closing celebration Taste of Islands with a day full of Jamaican flavored food, music and fun! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 23rd, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Pat McCurdy, the DanceMKE finals, the movie Princess and the Frog plus the closing celebration Taste of Islands with a day full of Jamaican flavored food, music and fun! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 22nd, 2016Last Group Of Finalists Chosen
The finalists will compete Tuesday night, Marcus Center, with a wild mix of dance styles.
Aug 19th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the The WhiskeyBelles, the third week of DanceMKE, the movie Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory and Milwaukee Police Band! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 19th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the The WhiskeyBelles, the third week of DanceMKE, the movie Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory and Milwaukee Police Band! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 18th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the The WhiskeyBelles, the third week of DanceMKE, the movie Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory and Milwaukee Police Band! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 17th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the The WhiskeyBelles, the third week of DanceMKE, the movie Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory and Milwaukee Police Band! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 16th, 2016MilwaukeeJobs.com Presents Live at Peck Pavilion series closing with all day free entertainment event on Marcus Center Grounds
Closing celebration set for Saturday, August 27!
Aug 16th, 2016Second Group Chosen in DanceMKE Contest
Last qualifying round for finals is Tuesday night at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 15th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the The WhiskeyBelles, the third week of DanceMKE, the movie Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory and Milwaukee Police Band! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 15th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Shonn Hinton & Shotgun, the second week of DanceMKE, the movie Jumanji and West End Conservatory! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 12th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Shonn Hinton & Shotgun, the second week of DanceMKE, the movie Jumanji and West End Conservatory! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 11th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Shonn Hinton & Shotgun, the second week of DanceMKE, the movie Jumanji and West End Conservatory! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 10th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Shonn Hinton & Shotgun, the second week of DanceMKE, the movie Jumanji and West End Conservatory! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 9th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Shonn Hinton & Shotgun, the second week of DanceMKE, the movie Jumanji and West End Conservatory! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 8th, 2016Tickets for Exclusive Preview Night of the China Lights are on sale now at the Marcus Center Box Office!
Thursday, September 29 at the Boerner Botanical Gardens
Aug 8th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE, the movie Angels in the Outfield and Milwaukee Festival Brass! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 5th, 2016Three Groups Advance from First Round of DanceMKE
Large crowds showed up to cheer on the competing groups.
Aug 5th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE, the movie Angels in the Outfield and Milwaukee Festival Brass! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 4th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE, the movie Angels in the Outfield and Milwaukee Festival Brass! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 3rd, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE, the movie Angels in the Outfield and Milwaukee Festival Brass! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 2nd, 2016“Broadway Balances America” Series to Highlight THE ILLUSIONISTS – LIVE FROM BROADWAY™ in First Episode
Exclusively on The Balancing Act®. Monday, August 8th at 7:30 am (ET/PT)
Aug 2nd, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE, the movie Angels in the Outfield and Milwaukee Festival Brass! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Aug 1st, 2016Rave On! The Buddy Holly Experience Comes to the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall! Thursday, October 6
“Rave On is the best Buddy Holly show out there” - Tommy Allsup, Grammy award winner and Buddy Holly’s lead guitarist
Aug 1st, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE, the movie Angels in the Outfield and Milwaukee Festival Brass! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion.
Jul 30th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band, Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE and the movie Angels in the Outfield! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion..
Jul 29th, 2016Milwaukee’s New Dance Competition
Marcus Center hosts DanceMKE, which kicks off August 2nd. Help choose the winner!
Jul 29th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band, Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE and the movie Angels in the Outfield! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion..
Jul 28th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band, Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE and the movie Angels in the Outfield! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion..
Jul 27th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band, Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE and the movie Angels in the Outfield! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion..
Jul 26th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The Live at Peck Pavilion series presents more music, dance and film this week with the Milwaukee Metropolitan Community Concert Band, Sista Strings, the first week of DanceMKE and the movie Angels in the Outfield! All shows are free and outdoors at Peck Pavilion..
Jul 25th, 2016ELF THE MUSICAL Will Play Milwaukee from November 22 to November 27
ELF is the hilarious tale of Buddy, a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole.
Jul 25th, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The four week long Live at Peck Pavilion series presents its kick off event this week with Kids From Wisconsin in a free show outdoors at Peck Pavilion on July 24 at 2pm.
Jul 22nd, 2016FREE Entertainment at the Marcus Center!
The four week long Live at Peck Pavilion series presents its kick off event this week with Kids From Wisconsin in a free show outdoors at Peck Pavilion on July 24 at 2pm.
Jul 21st, 2016Disenchanted Comes to Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
Individual Tickets Go On Sale Friday, June 10
May 13th, 2016The Manhattan Transfer meets Take 6 in The Summit Concert Coming to the Marcus Center on Wednesday, October 26
In 1982 and 1983 the group won consecutive Grammy Awards in the Best Jazz Vocal Performance, Duo or Group category for, respectively, “Route 66” and “Why Not!”
May 11th, 2016MilwaukeeJobs.com Presents Free Entertainment at Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion during July 24-August 27
The season will run from July 24 through August 27 and each day of the series will have a different program focus and all events will all be free and open to the public.
May 9th, 2016KidZ Days At the Center Returns to the Marcus Center’s KidZ Stage
This educational arts program has a tradition and reputation of providing quality performing arts, early childhood education, and cultural enrichment to our young people free of cost.
Apr 27th, 2016Boy George and Culture Club Announce 40-city, 2016 Tour Including Milwaukee
The Iconic Band Comes to the Marcus Center’s Uihlein Hall on Saturday, July 23 at 8:00 pm
Apr 25th, 2016Marcus Center Continues Outreach Program with Milwaukee Public Schools
Acting Workshop with Cast of Roundabout Theatre Company's Cabaret
Feb 18th, 2016Associated Bank Premier Partner of Broadway at the Marcus Center Announces the 2016-2017 Season
Milwaukee Premiere of BEAUTIFUL- THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL!
Feb 8th, 2016Flipside: The Patti Page Story Takes the Stage at the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on April 8-10
Tickets On Sale This Friday, January 22!
Jan 20th, 2016Marcus Center Announces on Sale Dates for 2015/16 Marcus Center Presents and Off Broadway Series Shows
Tickets go on sale Friday, November 20
Nov 17th, 2015Milwaukee’s 32nd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration “We Must Act Now”
The only cities that have celebrated Dr. King's Birthday annually since 1984 are Atlanta, Georgia and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Nov 16th, 2015Marcus Center Continues Outreach Program With Milwaukee Public Schools
Master Class with the cast of WICKED
Nov 11th, 2015Tickets for Disney’s NEWSIES on Sale at the Marcus Center in Milwaukee on Friday, November 13
Performances Begin on Tuesday, January 5 and Play Through Sunday, January 10 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
Nov 4th, 2015WICKED Announces Lottery for $25 Seats
Performances Begin November 4 at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
Oct 27th, 2015Famous bagpipe band, The Red Hot Chilli Pipers, set to rock Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on November 19!
Tickets On Sale on Friday, September 11!
Sep 3rd, 2015Live at the Peck Pavilion
Live at Peck Pavilion is a series that brings action outside to the beautiful Peck Pavilion nestled between the Milwaukee River and a grove of chestnut trees on the Marcus Center grounds
Aug 21st, 2015Live at the Peck Pavilion
Live at Peck Pavilion is a series that brings action outside to the beautiful Peck Pavilion nestled between the Milwaukee River and a grove of chestnut trees on the Marcus Center grounds. Ballet Folklórico Nacional is an innovative, theatrical body of dancers committed to the preservation of one of the richest artistic manifestations of tradition and culture in Mexico – “El Folklore.” They perform at 6 p.m. on August 11th at the Peck Pavilion.
Aug 7th, 2015MilwaukeeJobs.com Presents Free Entertainment at Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion
Live @ Peck Pavilion will feature the following:
Jul 23rd, 2015Marcus Center Teams Up with Milwaukee Public Schools for Outreach Program
Master Classes with the cast of MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
Jul 6th, 2015The Marcus Center Presents Series Briings Hal Holbrook in Mark Twain Tonight! For One Night Only
Monday, April 20 at 7:30 pm
Mar 11th, 2015Love, Loss and What I Wore Makes Its Milwaukee Premiere at the Marcus Center’s Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall
Tickets On Sale Now, March 13-15
Jan 13th, 201531st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration
Sunday, January 18th at 1:00 pm in Uihlein Hall
Jan 12th, 2015THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? Returns to Milwaukee!
Coming to Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on January 23-24
Dec 11th, 2014Disney’s THE LION KING North American Tour Sets Record for Highest-Grossing Week in Milwaukee Theatrical History
Four-Week Return Engagement Concluded on Sunday, December 7 at The Milwaukee Theatre
Dec 9th, 2014Broadway Balances America invites you to “GET READY” for MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
Airing Exclusively on The Balancing Act® Tuesday, November 18th at 7:30 am (ET/PT)
Nov 14th, 2014The Balancing Act’s “Broadway Balances America” Series Shines Spotlight on Broadway Classroom on November 12 at 7:30 a.m. (ET/PT)
From a Broadway Classroom workshop in New York City, to the new Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center in Florida, segment highlights the importance of arts education for anyone, anywhere across the country
Nov 11th, 2014Classic Downtown Theater Refurbished and Renamed: Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall Opens with a Blast of Fall Entertainment!
Artists, philanthropists and the community will celebrate the official opening of the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts on Wednesday, November 12, 2014.
Nov 10th, 2014NETworks presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
The smash hit Broadway musical returns to Milwaukee's Marcus Center for the Performing Arts March 17-22, 2105. Tickets Go On Sale Friday, November 7
Oct 29th, 2014Casting Announced for Disney’s THE LION KING Broadway’s Award-Winning Best Musical
Milwaukee's Limited Return Engagement Plays Tuesday, November 11 To Sunday, December 7 at the Milwaukee Theatre
Oct 14th, 2014Overture Center, Marcus Center Partner to Expand Tommy Awards
2014/15 Awards to Include Milwaukee, Other Southeast Wisconsin Schools
Sep 23rd, 2014The Original Milwaukee Oktoberfest will take place at the Marcus Center Grounds and Pere Marquette Park October 3-5
On October 3-5, the Marcus Center Grounds and Pere Marquette Park will transform downtown Milwaukee into a traditional Bavarian Oktoberfest celebration
Sep 12th, 2014Direct From Dakar, Senegal the Marcus Center Presents the Senegal St. Joseph Gospel Choir for One Night Only. Monday, November 3 at7:30 pm
Tickets On Sale This Sunday, September 14
Sep 10th, 2014Motown the Musical to be Featured on Lifetime® Television’s “The Balancing Act®”
Six-part miniseries will take viewers behind-the-scenes of some of the most beloved Broadway Musicals
Aug 4th, 2014Marcus Center Announces New Free Outdoor Movie Series for Families
Peck Flicks at the Marcus Center Fridays this Summer
Jul 14th, 2014Marcus Center Announces New Free Outdoor Movie Series for Families
Peck Flicks at Peck Pavilion, Fridays this summer.
Jun 12th, 20145th Annual Flag Day Celebration at the Marcus Center’s Peck Pavilion
Honoring the Dead by Serving the Living
May 20th, 2014Tickets for Disney’s The Lion King On Sale At Marcus Center In Milwaukee On Sunday, June 15
Performances Begin On Wednesday, November 11 And Play for Four Weeks Through Sunday, December 7 at The Milwaukee Theatre
Apr 29th, 2014KidZ Days At the Center Returns to the Marcus Center’s KidZ Stage
The Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is announcing its 12th year of programming for the KidZ Days At the Center.
Mar 25th, 2014Blue Man Group: Experience the Phenomenon
Theatrical tour returns to Marcus Center in Milwaukee from Apil 17th to April 19th, 2015 as a 14/15 BMO Harris Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center Series Season Special.
Mar 14th, 2014Colin Quinn Unconstitutional
A New Comedy Written and Performed by Colin Quinn
Mar 4th, 2014Rocky Mountain High: A John Denver Tribute Plays the Marcus Center’s Vogell Hall on April 25-27
Tickets On Sale This Sunday, March 2
Feb 24th, 2014Men are From Mars – Women are From Venus – Live!
Plays the Marcus Center's Vogel Hall on March 14-15. Tickets On Sale This Sunday, January 26
Jan 23rd, 2014‘it gets better’ Stage Production From Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles (GMCLA) Boldly Reaches Out To Milwaukee Youth With March 2nd Engagement
Week-long local community dialogues and school outreach begin February 25
Jan 17th, 2014War Horse Heroes Night at the Marcus Center Raises $6,725 to Support Centor for Veterans’ Issues (CVI)
BMO Harris Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center Series announced that $6,725 was raised to support the Center for Veterans' Issues (CVI) as part of WAR HORSE Heroes Night on Wednesday, January 8.
Jan 9th, 2014The Marcus Center and BMO Harris Bank are Hosting Heroes Night During War Horse Wednesday, January 8, 2014
The Marcus Center is also proud to host a group of veterans to serve its mission as a Milwaukee County War Memorial to "Honor the Dead by Serving the Living."
Dec 30th, 2013US National Tour Makes its Milwaukee Premiere at the Marcus Center on March 4-9
Tickets on Sale Sunday, December 8
Dec 3rd, 2013