Theater
Mary’s Wedding at Next Act Theatre
When all is said and done, the best part is the first kiss. Here, it's a powerful and ultimately intimate moment that seals the play as a romance with loss — and fufills Next Act's purpose.
Sep 12th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
Invader? I Hardly Know Her!
At the moment, Invader? is Milwaukee’s own Little Shop of Horrors, bristling with snappy comedic dialogue, clever lyrical twists of the music, self-referencing humor and absurd plot points.
Sep 10th, 2009 by Michael Madden
Year-one theater companies talk about their future
Three freshman stage groups formed earlier this year to a great amount of buzz. Now, TCD checks in to see how they're doing - and what's next.
Sep 9th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
Highlights from 9/9 to 9/15
This week will see music of the present with John Adams' Gnarly Buttons, farce and wit with Gogol's Inspector and just about every theater type in other fall premieres.
Sep 8th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
A farcical musical, Narnia tale and Wild West Shakespeare
Theater Department Chair David Oswald talks about the daring, upcoming set of shows by Milwaukee's northern university students
Sep 7th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
Marcus Center’s Broadway series gets new name, strong lineup
Now known as the Time Warner Broadway at the Marcus Center series, the name upgrade leads to an increased lineup of national touring companies
Sep 6th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
ThirdCoast Digest’s 2009-2010 Fall Performing Arts Season Guide
TCD unveils a new era of arts coverage with an handy, online lodestar to premieres by area companies, musicians and performance venues.
Sep 6th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
First Stage expands with diverse shows for the wee set
Highlights from the season include stagings of favorite children's book authors and one Tony Award-winning musical.
Sep 4th, 2009 by Laura Heller
highlights from 9/3 to 9/8
As companies ready for season premieres, a peek at a few items happening this week.
Aug 31st, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
APT saves biggest emotional wallop for last
A strong cast and perfect setting help APT stage a resonant "Long Day's Journey into Night"
Aug 28th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
As Marcus Center’s Phantom ends its run, charities and patrons benefit
The last six performances from the Broadway national tour of Phantom of the Opera included discounted ticket deals with a donation to chosen local charities.
Aug 27th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson
