Review

Theater: ‘Steel Magnolias’ Turns Back The Clock
Theater

‘Steel Magnolias’ Turns Back The Clock

Rep’s season opener is a 1980s comic drama with plenty of the former and not enough of the latter.

Classical: Gomyo Sizzles With The Symphony
Classical

Gomyo Sizzles With The Symphony

Violinist’s performance could be the best I’ve ever heard by an MSO soloist.

Dining: Brown Bottle is Historic, Yet Updated
Dining

Brown Bottle is Historic, Yet Updated

Classic atmosphere and a new menu with some dishes we loved, others not so much.

Theater: Rep’s Comedy Aims At Packer Fans
Theater

Rep’s Comedy Aims At Packer Fans

And ‘Dad’s Season Tickets’ hits the mark. Musical is funny, homey and too long.

Dining: Big Daddy’s BBQ Is Messy But Good
Dining

Big Daddy’s BBQ Is Messy But Good

Tender, moist, smoky meats at Riverwest joint. But how about some napkins?

Theater: Renaissance Offers Well-Baked Treat
Theater

Renaissance Offers Well-Baked Treat

‘The Cake’ is a sweet comedy about a southern baker pushed to change her traditional ways.

Theater: Chamber Theatre Offers Home Cooking
Theater

Chamber Theatre Offers Home Cooking

‘Stew’ mixes a Black family’s conflicts and musings on Shakespeare, with uneven results.

Classical: The MSO Is Back and Captivates in New Hall
Classical

The MSO Is Back and Captivates in New Hall

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra is back with a performance of contemporary and classic pieces.

Theater: Florentine Stages ‘Rigoletto,’ A Warhorse of Grand Opera
Theater

Florentine Stages ‘Rigoletto,’ A Warhorse of Grand Opera

Verdi's "Rigoletto" played for two days at the Marcus Performing Arts Center.

Theater: Big Voices Power ‘The Full Monty’
Theater

Big Voices Power ‘The Full Monty’

Its thin plot and serviceable music get an energetic Skylight production that punches it home.

Theater: Strong Acting Powers ‘Three Viewings’
Theater

Strong Acting Powers ‘Three Viewings’

Live theater is back and Next Act show offers laughs, surprises and sorrow.

Dining: The Truck Stop’s Fare Is Juicy Good
Dining

The Truck Stop’s Fare Is Juicy Good

Tiny Brady Street place offers mouth watering dishes like Korean Chicken Tacos and Loaded Fajita Fries.