Arts & Entertainment
In Old San Francisco
Frog Music offers a murder mystery -- and a gritty historical narrative -- set in Frisco in 1876.
Sep 4th, 2014 by Will Stotts, Jr.America’s “Best Local Festival”?
The 16th Annual Milwaukee Short Film Festival returns this week, still better known internationally than in town.
Sep 4th, 2014 by Jon Anne WillowThe Call From Yellow Phone
This weekend’s Yellow Phone Music Conference will showcase up-and-coming bands, with advice from top pros in the industry.
Sep 3rd, 2014 by Helena Marie FahnrichA Guide to Lakefront Beers
Lakefront Brewery makes 10 different year-round beers. How do they differ and which one is for you?
Sep 3rd, 2014 by Brett KihlmireBig Changes At American Players Theatre
New leadership and still lots to see at APT; and the Milwaukee Rep offers a country music cabaret show.
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Dominique Paul NothThree New Dining Choices for Walker’s Point
Two new restaurants and a new food truck opening.
Sep 2nd, 2014 by Helena Marie FahnrichThe Return of Ramblin’ Jack Elliott
A huge influence on Dylan and others, the legendary folk singer comes to town.
Sep 1st, 2014 by Jon GilbertsonThe Giver Giveth Jeff Bridges
Co-producer Bridges plays the Giver of memories in a highly controlled future era that’s a drag for teens.
Aug 29th, 2014 by Marjorie BaumgartenThe Trip to Italy is Funny — and Gorgeous
Picture postcard views of Italy set the scene for two comically bantering buddies.
Aug 29th, 2014 by Steve DavisValent’s, Your Early Morning Bar
A neighborhood bar in search of a neighborhood, the one-time hangout for American Motors workers opens 6 a.m. but closes by dinner time.
Aug 28th, 2014 by Michael HorneFrom Turkey With Love
Turkish-American composer Kamran Ince has a long association with Milwaukee. Present Music presents an all-Ince show Saturday.
Aug 28th, 2014 by Claire NowakAnother Look at Prodigal Gastropub
The restaurant’s food is creative, but uneven, another critic finds.
Aug 27th, 2014 by Cari Taylor-Carlson