Theater

“Stuck” mirrors real life, but funnier

“Stuck” mirrors real life, but funnier

In Tandem's "Stuck" is a comedic call to arms for everyone trapped in a job they hate, biding their time in a dead relationship, or paralyzed by fear of moving forward.

Taylor Hicks’ seven minutes in Grease are phenomenal

Taylor Hicks’ seven minutes in Grease are phenomenal

And the rest of the show, now playing at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, is solid, too. DJ Hostettler has the scoop (HA!) from the Burger Palace.

Troy and Wright pair well in “Duet For One”

Troy and Wright pair well in “Duet For One”

This thoughtful production by Milwaukee Chamber Theatre speaks to our own fears, anger and vulnerability

Joe Hanreddy’s next act at UWM

Joe Hanreddy’s next act at UWM

Longtime artistic director of the Milwaukee Rep will be integral to a new fellowship program for directors and designers.

Three (Impressive) Sisters

Three (Impressive) Sisters

Windfall Theatre offers up a moving read of Chekhov's masterpiece.

Macbeth makes odd leaps to madness at Off the Wall

Macbeth makes odd leaps to madness at Off the Wall

Shakespeare’s "Macbeth" is a journey into the darkness of human greed, hubris and fear: Off the Wall plays out the story within spitting distance.

Carte Blanche’s “Much Ado” is a Must Do

Carte Blanche’s “Much Ado” is a Must Do

Carte Blanche Studios gets that Shakespeare was human. "Much Ado About Nothing" is a natural, mirthful and inspired production.

Shakespeare in a (black) box: Much to do for Bard lovers
Shakespeare in a (black) box

Much to do for Bard lovers

Despite the lack of a full-time company, the work of Shakespeare is getting plenty of stage time this season.

Still Christly after all these years

Still Christly after all these years

Ted Neely pushes the bounds of plausibility but hits the high notes in touring production of Superstar

Review: The Seafarer at the Milwaukee Rep
Review

The Seafarer at the Milwaukee Rep

Conor McPherson's compelling story of a card game with the ultimate stakes brings down the house at the Rep's Quadracci Theatre.

Review: Over Our Head Players’ Snowdance Comedy Festival
Review

Over Our Head Players’ Snowdance Comedy Festival

Local comic and actor, Erik Koconis, comments on Racine comedy festival.

Review: The Skylight’s Marriage of Figaro
Review

The Skylight’s Marriage of Figaro

Lovely singing, smart acting, brisk pacing and flawless comic timing bring out the warmth and humor of Mozart's masterpiece.