Arts & Entertainment

Threads: Don’t Sweat It
Threads

Don’t Sweat It

Comfort is key, but "comfort" doesn't always mean "drawstring waist." Dump the sweats and opt for pieces that are both relaxed and refined.

MFF’10 review: No One Knows About Persian Cats
MFF’10 review

No One Knows About Persian Cats

A clandestine tour of of Tehran's underground music scene, providing a glimpse into the heart and soul of Iran's youth culture.

MFF’10: The Milwaukee Show!
MFF’10

The Milwaukee Show!

This year's festival has offered much to impress. But for some of us, even Susan Sarandon's face pales in comparison.

MFF’10: Metropolis with the Alloy Orchestra
MFF’10

Metropolis with the Alloy Orchestra

We couldn't help but sneak in and capture some images from this special presentation of the restored masterpiece scored live at the Oriental.

MFF’10 Preview: Mesrine
MFF’10 Preview

Mesrine

French gangster series"Mesrine" is a wonderful ride, featuring a phenomenally kinetic performance from one of the most exciting actors around today.

On Stage 9/28-10/4: Music, Dance, Theater; got ’em all.
On Stage 9/28-10/4

Music, Dance, Theater; got ’em all.

The Rep lights three stages. UWM's Chamber Music Milwaukee opens in Brookfield(!). Renaissance Theaterworks says: be pretty. Danceworks is lying. Roses for Early Music Now.

View from Here: Repealing health law won’t help Americans
View from Here

Repealing health law won’t help Americans

Any American who has faced serious illness should fear the GOP's “Pledge to America” -- it does not look out for you.

MFF’10 Preview: Gerrymandering
MFF’10 Preview

Gerrymandering

While it's message may be a bit heavy-handed, the film provides an entertaining yet informative look into a political process few people are familiar with.

MFF’10 Preview: Au Revoir Taipei
MFF’10 Preview

Au Revoir Taipei

Au Revoir Taipei is not a crime caper, and it is not a romantic comedy, but something far more earnest than either of those two genres have produced.

MFF’10: The Art of the Steal
MFF’10

The Art of the Steal

A disturbing, complex story documenting the art heist of the century -- and the darker side of the art establishment.

On Stage Sept. 21-27: Music, music, music
On Stage Sept. 21-27

Music, music, music

The Milwaukee Symphony and Frankly Music open their seasons, and the previously launched theater season rolls on.

Review: Skylight fun and nostalgia with “Dames at Sea”
Review

Skylight fun and nostalgia with “Dames at Sea”

The Rep, in "Cabaret," shows the 1960s looking back at dark, pre-war Germany. In "Dames," the Skylight shows the 60s looking back at sweet, silly, pre-war Broadway.