Theater
Rough stuff, with potential
The Alchemist's latest may not be everyone's cup of holiday cheer, although improv diehards may be enchanted.
Dec 7th, 2012 by Matthew Reddin
“Cudahy Caroler Christmas” still holiday hilarious
In Tandem Theatre's bawdy Christmas comedy is packing them in and cracking them up again.
Dec 6th, 2012 by Christina Lucchesi
The Second City visits Cream City for the holidays
Chicago's premier improv comedy troupe brings a nothing-off-limits holiday revue to the Marcus Center through December.
Dec 5th, 2012 by Callie Koller
Stories, community, Milwaukee
Ex Fabula Spectacular at Turner Hall this Thursday brings the group's favorite storytellers to the stage for a night of human connection and Milwaukee culture.
Dec 5th, 2012 by Danielle McClune
Joy and laughter fuel the Rep’s “Christmas Carol”
A new director and new Scrooge are just the most noticeable changes that enliven Dickens' classic tale.
Dec 3rd, 2012 by Matthew Reddin
Youngblood’s “Cartoon” reigns supreme
This tale of a totalitarian toontown forces reflection on an increasingly violent society, and features an exceptional cast and crew.
Dec 1st, 2012 by Matthew Reddin
Lots to do as Christmas looms
Choices range from the classic (Rep's Christmas Carol, Doc at the MSO) to the quirky (In Tandem's Cudahy carolers, Brady Street Festivus).
Nov 27th, 2012 by Danielle McClune
First Stage’s “Rudolph” a must-see for holiday cheer
Veteran Milwaukee actors pair with young stars and a team of "snowkins" who keep the play's magic ever in motion.
Nov 25th, 2012 by Christina Wright
emotional and deep
Sarah Day and Laura Frye are outstanding as mentor and student in Donald Marguiles' probing play about the writing life.
Nov 24th, 2012 by Danielle McClune
Victory Is Theirs!
Broadminded's "Participation Prize" may leave its best sketches for Act 2, but those sketches claim the gold.
Nov 24th, 2012 by Matthew Reddin
MCT’s “Collected Stories” puts family first
Artistic director C. Michael Wright says family ties form the heart of this two-woman play from Donald Margulies.
Nov 22nd, 2012 by Matthew Reddin
First Stage’s Jeff Frank reshapes Rudolph for the stage
This adaptation of the stop-motion holiday classic utilizes blend-in puppeteers and veteran Milwaukee actors alike.
Nov 21st, 2012 by Christina Wright
