Arts & Entertainment

Books: Ex-Congressman Writes Paranormal Mystery Novel
Books

Ex-Congressman Writes Paranormal Mystery Novel

Scott Klug, also an ex-TV newsman, is now a published novelist, and he doesn’t skimp on the plot.

Theater: Wisconsin’s Newest Playwright
Theater

Wisconsin’s Newest Playwright

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre offers a Stoughton writer’s play set in her native state of Tennessee.

The Greatness of Gospel Music

The Greatness of Gospel Music

A veteran rock musician explains why he helped organize Friday night’s gospel showcase -- and why you shouldn’t miss it.

Rock: Hey, We Played for Kevin Bacon
Rock

Hey, We Played for Kevin Bacon

The three brothers of Pontiak are getting national attention and head to Milwaukee this week.

Weekly Arts Roundup: After Dark My Sweet
Weekly Arts Roundup

After Dark My Sweet

The Milwaukee Art Museum mixes cocktails, folk art and a fashion show at its monthly “MAM After Dark” event.

Rock Roundup: We Like Like The The The Milwaukee Milwaukee Music Music Music Scene
Rock Roundup

We Like Like The The The Milwaukee Milwaukee Music Music Music Scene

Stop watching "House Of Cards" and see some live music.

Dance: A Hot Time in Dead of Winter
Dance

A Hot Time in Dead of Winter

Milwaukee Ballet’s Winter Series offers great dancing and lots of surprises.

Visual Art: Biennial and Beauty of the Blue China
Visual Art

Biennial and Beauty of the Blue China

Wisconsin Visual Artists’ biennial exhibition has interest, but solo show Precarious Possessions rivets with a single piece.

Booked Up:  How the Brits Get Into Books
Booked Up

How the Brits Get Into Books

British culture really encourages reading. We could learn from it.

Dining: Brr! Dishcrawl Was Freezing But Delicious
Dining

Brr! Dishcrawl Was Freezing But Delicious

Milwaukee's second annual event toured four Third Ward restaurants in near-zero weather.

Classical: Italian is the Language of Love
Classical

Italian is the Language of Love

The Florentine’s Valentine’s concert goes crazy over Italian arias and songs.

Taverns: Hi Hat’s Educated Cocktails
Taverns

Hi Hat’s Educated Cocktails

Built in a former schoolhouse, Hi Hat offers a broad education in mixology.