Theater
Electric, if it weren’t for those glitches
The Quasimondo's latest work of physical theatre tries to go too many directions at once, but a handful of excellent elements stand out.
Feb 16th, 2013 by Matthew ReddinYep. It’s what it sounds like.
Quasimondo director Brian Rott and producer Jessi Miller discuss developing their newest work and (a little of) its premise.
Feb 13th, 2013 by Danielle McCluneJimmy Kaplan and his friends light up Sunset Playhouse
The cabaret show, featuring Kaplan alongside Steve Koehler, Kay Stiefel, Lisa Gatewood and Katie Dahl, is usually staged in Door County in summer.
Feb 12th, 2013 by Sara RS MillerRobots, zombies and pretty music
The Quasimondo has a new bot-show, "The Walking Dead" makes a special trip to the Riverside and tunes from Present Music, Early Music Now, and the MSO.
Feb 12th, 2013 by Danielle McCluneYoung gems, hidden in a rough story
UWM's Peck School of the Arts puts on a performance with a high-energy ensemble and a hard-to-swallow plot line.
Feb 9th, 2013 by Danielle McCluneTheatre Gigante’s “Dust” too unsettled
The Hungarian dark comedy never develops a consistent focus, and lingers too long over its tale of a couple who wins the lottery.
Feb 9th, 2013 by Matthew ReddinSex and truth on an intimate stage
Sophisticated, carnal Londoners muck up love at Off The Wall Theatre.
Feb 8th, 2013 by Cheryl FigueroainterACT and the state of Milwaukee theater
Pink Banana Theater's Matt Kemple, ART Milwaukee's Jeremy Fojut speak of their interACT evening, involving six theater groups.
Feb 8th, 2013 by Danielle McCluneA weekend of song and dance
Concerts at MSO, the Florentine and Milwaukee Theatre, alongside a Year of the Arts musical and the Ballet's Genesis competition.
Feb 5th, 2013 by Danielle McCluneMark Anderson makes theater out of nothing
Mark Anderson, of Theatre Gigante, in an excerpt from his brilliant monologue: "Me, You, Art and Trout." Video by Val Danculovich.
Feb 4th, 2013 by Tom StriniWind yourself up for a good time
Next Act gives Stephen Massicotte's play pitch-perfect actors and neat use of space. We'll keep its mysteries secret.
Feb 2nd, 2013 by Danielle McClune“Clybourne” a powerful play about more than race
The Rep's production of the "A Raisin in the Sun" companion piece features a strong cast and a stronger understanding of its complex themes.
Feb 2nd, 2013 by Matthew Reddin