A/C Feature 3
Image makeovers through the ages
St. Nicholas, the model for Santa Claus, was real. Artists -- mostly American -- dreamed up the Santa we know today.
Dec 22nd, 2012 by Kat MurrellTCD Art Date, Dec. 21-23
Milwaukee offers plenty of art for pre-holiday shopping and post-holiday field trips.
Dec 19th, 2012 by Kat MurrellFour things I’ve been meaning to tell you
Off the Wall's "Gigi," MSO musicians' contract, overheard at "The Nutcracker," arts personnel changes.
Dec 16th, 2012 by Tom StriniMSO’s “Messiah” unto us is born in Hales Corners
Conductor James Judd brings engaging ideas to "Messiah," and orchestra, chorus and Florentine Opera soloists respond.
Dec 13th, 2012 by Tom StriniMSO “Messiah” Florentine soloists
The Milwaukee Symphony will feature the Florentine Opera's resident quartet in "Messiah" hometown tour.
Dec 12th, 2012 by Tom StriniThe Bel Canto’s sacred “Christmas in the Basilica”
The Bel Canto Chorus celebrated at the Basilica of St. Josaphat over the weekend.
Dec 9th, 2012 by David BohnRough stuff, with potential
The Alchemist's latest may not be everyone's cup of holiday cheer, although improv diehards may be enchanted.
Dec 7th, 2012 by Matthew ReddinThe Second City visits Cream City for the holidays
Chicago's premier improv comedy troupe brings a nothing-off-limits holiday revue to the Marcus Center through December.
Dec 5th, 2012 by Callie KollerThe Prometheus Trio exposes, transcends, conceals
Prometheus Trio, guest violist Matthew Michelic find the essence of Martinu, Faure and Haydn. Program repeats Tuesday.
Dec 4th, 2012 by Tom StriniYoungblood’s “Cartoon” reigns supreme
This tale of a totalitarian toontown forces reflection on an increasingly violent society, and features an exceptional cast and crew.
Dec 1st, 2012 by Matthew ReddinOut of the forest, into the furnace at Vanguard
Bernard J. Robert's posthumous retrospective at Vanguard Gallery and Foundry: Mr. Natural amid molten metal.
Nov 29th, 2012 by Kat Murrellemotional and deep
Sarah Day and Laura Frye are outstanding as mentor and student in Donald Marguiles' probing play about the writing life.
Nov 24th, 2012 by Danielle McClune