Arts & Entertainment

Round one done: 4-2 GOP for control of WI State Senate
Round one done

4-2 GOP for control of WI State Senate

Presidential-level turnout and mixed outcomes reflect voters' conflicting ideas about the future of Wisconsin.

On Stage 8/9: A week of wounds, and wine to wash them down
On Stage 8/9

A week of wounds, and wine to wash them down

Chamber Theatre opens its season, Youngblood's busy, tap at Danceworks to brighten your outlook, and lots of rock at State Fair.

NOH8 Campaign stops in Milwaukee

NOH8 Campaign stops in Milwaukee

The national "silent protest" against California's Proposition 8 visits Milwaukee this Friday to give voice to those silenced by opponents of same-sex marriage.

Recall election 5Q: Alberta Darling
Recall election 5Q

Alberta Darling

Facing a recall after leading Scott Walker's budget repair bill and biennial budget through the legislature, Sen. Alberta Darling fights to keep her seat.

Recall election 5Q: Sandy Pasch
Recall election 5Q

Sandy Pasch

Democratic Assemblywoman Sandy Pasch tells voters she will listen to them, prioritize education and health care and be a check on Gov. Scott Walker's agenda. Now she wants your vote against Alberta Darling on Aug. 9

Know Milwaukee: ArtWorks – Empowering local youth
Know Milwaukee

ArtWorks – Empowering local youth

The nonprofit uses art to help area teens build job experience, reclaim their communities, and find their voice.

On Stage 8/2-8: Fairs, fests and other merriments
On Stage 8/2-8

Fairs, fests and other merriments

APT opens "The Tempest," Angela Iannone channels Katharine Hepburn at In Tandem, and 80s rap featured at State Fair.

Threads: Pinpointing your personal style
Threads

Pinpointing your personal style

Emily explores Pinterest, an online tool that helps users collage their personal style. Gone are the days of clipping photos from magazines - one visit to Pinterest and you'll be hooked.

A powerful “Quiet” at Walker’s Point Center for the Arts

A powerful “Quiet” at Walker’s Point Center for the Arts

There is a lot of chaos in the world, and a lot of tension that swirls around us."Quiet," is an excellent antidote to the rush of everyday life.

PODCAST: Milwaukee is a funny place
PODCAST

Milwaukee is a funny place

And it's about to get a whole lot funnier. The Milwaukee Comedy Festival kicks off August 4, featuring some of the best stand up, sketch and improv this city (and beyond) has to offer.

Know Milwaukee: Outwords Books – An enclave for LGBT lit
Know Milwaukee

Outwords Books – An enclave for LGBT lit

Over the last 18 years, Outwords Books has built a strong and loyal community, helping Milwaukee's only LGBT bookstore weather a depressed economy and the ever-changing publishing industry.

On Stage July 26: Legends and rising stars close out the month
On Stage July 26

Legends and rising stars close out the month

Olympia Dukakis at Ten Chimneys, APT opens "Of Mice and Men," and "Dancemakers" MFA showcase at the UWM Main Stage.