Arts & Entertainment

Theater: Are We All Racists?
Theater

Are We All Racists?

Defamation is a courtroom drama that forces audiences to choose sides in racially charged drama. How did Milwaukee vote?

Comedy: The Lighter Side of Tig Notaro
Comedy

The Lighter Side of Tig Notaro

The breast cancer survivor known for her utter frankness was simply funny at Turner Hall.

Theater: The Swan Song of John McGivern
Theater

The Swan Song of John McGivern

26 years after he first performed in it, McGivern is again the lead in Shear Madness, and loving every minute of it.

Taverns: Harp and Shamrock Is a Survivor
Taverns

Harp and Shamrock Is a Survivor

The 1885 building on 21st and Wells is sagging, but venerable old bar attracts “Jeopardy!” and trivia lovers.

Dining: The Subtle Elegance of Ardent
Dining

The Subtle Elegance of Ardent

Featuring the “best chef in the Midwest,” its food is exquisite yet reasonably priced.

Classical: The Joys of Unruly Music
Classical

The Joys of Unruly Music

UWM offers two concerts of all-new works, including one featuring the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra.

Classical: Why The Flying Dutchman Endures
Classical

Why The Flying Dutchman Endures

Wagner’s powerful score and ghostly tale will boost a strong cast in Florentine production.

Comedy: John Hodgman, Humor for White Elites
Comedy

John Hodgman, Humor for White Elites

The longtime “Daily Show” humorist offered a Turner Hall show, most of which might have played better at a Yale reunion.

Photo Gallery: A Guided Tour of Gallery Night
Photo Gallery

A Guided Tour of Gallery Night

Man-about-town Michael Horne captures and comments on the scene, with photos, of course.

Photo Gallery: Renaissance Production of <i>Amelia</i> Wins Hearts
Photo Gallery

Renaissance Production of Amelia Wins Hearts

Acclaimed production captures love affair tested by Civil War. Our photos capture the action.

Rock Roundup: Five Best Shows of the Week
Rock Roundup

Five Best Shows of the Week

From home-town act Field Report to NRBQ and tUnE-yArDs, it’s a week of wild variety.

Now Serving: Who Will Save Turner Hall Restaurant?
Now Serving

Who Will Save Turner Hall Restaurant?

Major Goolsby’s will take over restaurant, while Brocach will change from Irish to English food and beer.