Review

Classical: Present Music Has a Carnival
Classical

Present Music Has a Carnival

A daringly updated version of Schumann was among several crazy things at this concert.

Classical: Florentine’s Butterfly is Uneven
Classical

Florentine’s Butterfly is Uneven

Nothing new in this interpretation, but most of the soloists were quite strong.

Theater: The Arab Among Us
Theater

The Arab Among Us

Next Act’s ‘Back of the Throat’ offers angry, absurdist look at post 9/11 fears.

Classical: Prometheus Trio Serves Up A Banquet
Classical

Prometheus Trio Serves Up A Banquet

New member cooks in varied presentation of composers and styles.

Theater: Love (Sort Of) Between Poets
Theater

Love (Sort Of) Between Poets

Chamber Theatre production captures a mystic romance between poets Robert Lowell and Elizabeth Bishop.

Classical: American Made
Classical

American Made

Milwaukee Symphony musicians soar in concert of all-American music.

Review: Mozart for the Win
Review

Mozart for the Win

There was no good reason to miss the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra's production of Cosí fan tutte. It was delightful.

Classical: Frankly Music Shines
Classical

Frankly Music Shines

The ensemble's performance of Bach and Brahms set the chapel aglow with energy and virtuosity

Theater: The Rep Goes Back Home Again
Theater

The Rep Goes Back Home Again

Remarkable musicality keeps the audience engaged, despite the piece's shaky dramatic underpinnings.

Comedy: Jen Kirkman Delights Turner Hall Crowd
Comedy

Jen Kirkman Delights Turner Hall Crowd

The former comedy writer has become a stand-up champ.

Classical: Present Music Starts Season With a Bang
Classical

Present Music Starts Season With a Bang

A great program and great performances, led by two memorable works by John Adams.

Dining: Tenuta’s Offers Cozy Italian Dining
Dining

Tenuta’s Offers Cozy Italian Dining

It’s like a neighborhood restaurant with classic southern Italian food.