Theater
Marcus Center’s Broadway series gets new name, strong lineup
Now known as the Time Warner Broadway at the Marcus Center series, the name upgrade leads to an increased lineup of national touring companies
Sep 6th, 2009 by Brian JacobsonThirdCoast Digest’s 2009-2010 Fall Performing Arts Season Guide
TCD unveils a new era of arts coverage with an handy, online lodestar to premieres by area companies, musicians and performance venues.
Sep 6th, 2009 by Brian JacobsonFirst Stage expands with diverse shows for the wee set
Highlights from the season include stagings of favorite children's book authors and one Tony Award-winning musical.
Sep 4th, 2009 by Laura Hellerhighlights from 9/3 to 9/8
As companies ready for season premieres, a peek at a few items happening this week.
Aug 31st, 2009 by Brian JacobsonAPT saves biggest emotional wallop for last
A strong cast and perfect setting help APT stage a resonant "Long Day's Journey into Night"
Aug 28th, 2009 by Brian JacobsonAs Marcus Center’s Phantom ends its run, charities and patrons benefit
The last six performances from the Broadway national tour of Phantom of the Opera included discounted ticket deals with a donation to chosen local charities.
Aug 27th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson8/25 to 9/2
This week: the Milwauke Ballet lifts the veil, the Skylight throws open its doors, the hills are alive and it's still mighty nice for an outdoor show.
Aug 24th, 2009 by Brian JacobsonSteampunk Night at Milwaukee Chamber Theatre
MCT hosted a steampunk night on Thursday, in honor of the style and design of Mark Brown's "Around the World in 80 Days."
Aug 21st, 2009 by Brian JacobsonDale Gutzman Returns to the Skylight
Gutzman, banished from the Skylight in the 1980s, returns in the summer where anything can happen.
Aug 20th, 2009 by Tom Strini8/18 – 8/24
Great outdoor concerts and exclusive engagements this week: the Glenn Miller Orchestra, bluegrass at Chill on the Hill, Concord Chamber Orchestra at Boerner Botanical Gardens, Lou Fanucchi and more.
Aug 17th, 2009 by Brian Jacobson“Around the World…” at Chamber Theatre
The MCT launches a unique 35th season of plays celebrating the artist with the Milwaukee premiere Jules Verne's seminal steampunk tale. Five cast members play 39 roles with aplomb under interesting circumstances.
Aug 17th, 2009 by Paul Masterson