Arts & Entertainment
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.
Aug 9th, 2011 by Matthew ReddinNOH8 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.
Aug 8th, 2011 by Jackie DreyerAlberta 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.
Aug 5th, 2011 by Patti WenzelSandy 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
Aug 4th, 2011 by Patti WenzelArtWorks – Empowering local youth
The nonprofit uses art to help area teens build job experience, reclaim their communities, and find their voice.
Aug 3rd, 2011 by Aaron KnappFairs, fests and other merriments
APT opens "The Tempest," Angela Iannone channels Katharine Hepburn at In Tandem, and 80s rap featured at State Fair.
Aug 2nd, 2011 by Matthew ReddinPinpointing 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.
Jul 30th, 2011 by Emily ThungkaewA 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.
Jul 29th, 2011 by Kat MurrellMilwaukee 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.
Jul 28th, 2011 by Mark MetcalfOutwords 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.
Jul 27th, 2011 by Jeb EbbenLegends 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.
Jul 26th, 2011 by Matthew ReddinChic Plus-Size Style
When it comes to plus-size dressing, fashion magazines offer a strict set of dos and don'ts. Kimberly explores which tips ring true -- and which rules were made to be broken.
Jul 23rd, 2011 by Kimberly Gomez