Theater
Radio Golf at The Rep’s Stiemke Theater
The final work from August Wilson's Pittsburgh Cycle of African-American plays raises new thoughts about gentrification.
Mar 6th, 2010 by Brian Jacobson
‘Spray the love
Big, beautiful "Hairspray" celebrates love and acceptance with a doo wop beat
Mar 6th, 2010 by Patti Wenzel
“Stuck” mirrors real life, but funnier
In Tandem's "Stuck" is a comedic call to arms for everyone trapped in a job they hate, biding their time in a dead relationship, or paralyzed by fear of moving forward.
Feb 27th, 2010 by Barbara Castonguay
Taylor Hicks’ seven minutes in Grease are phenomenal
And the rest of the show, now playing at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, is solid, too. DJ Hostettler has the scoop (HA!) from the Burger Palace.
Feb 24th, 2010 by DJ Hostettler
Troy and Wright pair well in “Duet For One”
This thoughtful production by Milwaukee Chamber Theatre speaks to our own fears, anger and vulnerability
Feb 21st, 2010 by Barbara Castonguay
Joe Hanreddy’s next act at UWM
Longtime artistic director of the Milwaukee Rep will be integral to a new fellowship program for directors and designers.
Feb 21st, 2010 by Tom Strini
Three (Impressive) Sisters
Windfall Theatre offers up a moving read of Chekhov's masterpiece.
Feb 21st, 2010 by Barbara Castonguay
Macbeth makes odd leaps to madness at Off the Wall
Shakespeare’s "Macbeth" is a journey into the darkness of human greed, hubris and fear: Off the Wall plays out the story within spitting distance.
Feb 20th, 2010 by Alan Piotrowicz
Carte Blanche’s “Much Ado” is a Must Do
Carte Blanche Studios gets that Shakespeare was human. "Much Ado About Nothing" is a natural, mirthful and inspired production.
Feb 20th, 2010 by Annemarie Chapdelaine
Much to do for Bard lovers
Despite the lack of a full-time company, the work of Shakespeare is getting plenty of stage time this season.
Feb 15th, 2010 by Paul Masterson
Still Christly after all these years
Ted Neely pushes the bounds of plausibility but hits the high notes in touring production of Superstar
Feb 15th, 2010 by Kat Murrell
The Seafarer at the Milwaukee Rep
Conor McPherson's compelling story of a card game with the ultimate stakes brings down the house at the Rep's Quadracci Theatre.
Feb 13th, 2010 by Brian Jacobson
