Arts & Entertainment
Scaffidi’s Hideout, Perfect Place to Play Pool
A classic neighborhood bar that goes back a century, with three pool tables and old school charm.
Jul 8th, 2014 by Michael Horne
Sarah McLachlan Turns Down the Volume
After the thundering decibels of Summerfest, it’s a quieter week of music, led by the Lilith Fair founder.
Jul 7th, 2014 by Jon Gilbertson
APT’s Earnest A Bit Too Wilde
The cast handles witty language impeccably, but staging is overdone at times.
Jul 7th, 2014 by Dominique Paul Noth
Brown Bottle Will Reopen
Old World European bar will feature beer garden and serve dinner and lunch.
Jul 7th, 2014 by Mac Writt
Tammy Is Tough Sledding
Comic vehicle for Melissa McCarthy has few laughs, though Susan Sarandon scores as alcoholic grandma.
Jul 6th, 2014 by Kimberley Jones
The Blunt Beauty of Snowpiercer
Class war involving the last people on earth is beautifully filmed and acted.
Jul 6th, 2014 by Kimberley Jones
The Blooming of Doghouse Flowers
WMSE’s “Chicken Shack” host Jon Ziegler joined with New Orleans native Justin Reuther to created alt-country band.
Jul 3rd, 2014 by Andy Turner
“Magical Thinking” Packs Power
APT’s staging of Joan Didion book-turned-play is intimate, uneven yet powerful.
Jul 3rd, 2014 by Dominique Paul Noth
Questions for King Solomon
Created by veterans from older Milwaukee groups, the band mixes reggae, ska, R&B, funk and Caribbean styles.
Jul 3rd, 2014 by Mac Writt
Romeo, Wherefore Art Thou?
APT’s Romeo and Juliet is strong on action and pacing, and weak on the tragic meaning of it all.
Jul 2nd, 2014 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Return of Bob Mould
Plus, great albums by First Aid Kit, José James and Gabriel Kahane.
Jul 2nd, 2014 by Jon Gilbertson
Guide to Farmers Markets
19 markets where you can get farm-fresh produce and other goodies.
Jul 1st, 2014 by Lisa Bonvissuto
