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Chamber Theatre’s Comic War on Slavery
‘Ben Butler’ is set in Civil War with lessons for today, but the message and buffoonery are over-played.
Apr 16th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
In Tandem Readies Its Final Play
Two-decade-old theater’s last show ‘The Fabulous Lipitones’ opens April 25.
Apr 16th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Suicide, Depression and… Comedy
Rep’s ‘Every Brilliant Thing’ engages and amuses audience on some dark subjects.
Apr 15th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
“The King And I,” 68 Years Later
Touring show is strong, smart revival, but still raises issues about changing cultural attitudes.
Apr 10th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
“Annie Jump” Is a Technical Triumph
New play premiered by Renaissance has great atmosphere, but mawkish scenarios.
Apr 1st, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Skylight’s ‘Carmina Burana’ Will Wow You
The most original and mesmerizing production I’ve seen this season.
Mar 18th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Mother Knows Best
Rep’s family play ‘Things I Know to Be True’ is uneven, but audience seems captivated.
Mar 11th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
In Tandem’s Two Hander A Treat
In 'Velocity', aging mother and estranged son fight over her independence, with dramatic, witty results.
Feb 27th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Strange Snow’ Probes Vietnam War Wounds
Chamber Theatre production is uneven but packs a punch.
Feb 26th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Cold War’ Could Cause Oscar Confusion
But black-and-white Polish film about romance amid Cold War is beautiful, bewitching.
Feb 22nd, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Buster Scruggs’ Is Not To Be Missed
Yet many haven’t seen this wonderfully creepy Coen Brothers cowboy movie homage.
Feb 22nd, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ Is a Sonic Spectacle
Nominee Rami Malek soars as Freddie Mercury. And the sound effects, wow!
Feb 22nd, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Should ‘Black Panther’ Win Best Picture?
A watershed for black inclusion that’s grossed $1.4 billion — but not a great film.
Feb 20th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Two RBG Films, One Good, One Bad
She’s so omnipresent maybe they could hire justice Ginsburg as Oscar host.
Feb 19th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
See the Exotic Chinese Lady!
Rep’s 'The Chinese Lady' probes a 19th century carny show and white attitudes about immigrants.
Feb 18th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Roma’ Is a Masterpiece
But will its origin via Netflix doom its chances of winning Academy’s favor?
Feb 15th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Despite Naysayers, ‘Green Book’ Is a Treat
Two great acting performances and the story’s often subtle about black-white divisions.
Feb 12th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
My ‘Favourite’ Royal Costume Drama
'Mary, Queen of Scots' is far less satisfying than 'The Favourite’. The reasons are many.
Feb 12th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Vice’ Is Short on Virtues
Great makeup artistry, but not comic enough to be comedy or deep enough for drama.
Feb 11th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Tangled Roots of Racism
Next Act’s “Blood at the Root” hits hard, but lacks subtlety and shading.
Feb 4th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Going Crazy for Louis Jordan
Skylight’s ‘Five Guys Named Moe’ is a dance party that’s more about music than story.
Jan 28th, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Up a Lazy River
Rep’s cabaret show “Mark Twain’s River of Song” meanders too easily into cliches.
Jan 22nd, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s ‘Junk’ Is Fast-Paced Thriller
Big cast of juicy characters and dark, witty look at Wall Street junk bond deals of 1980s.
Jan 21st, 2019 by Dominique Paul Noth
Black Nativity Explodes With Song
Bronzeville Arts Ensemble brings us the old story with modern musical trappings.
Dec 11th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Babylon’ Is Funny As Hell
Though second act flags a bit, Chamber Theatre’s new Christmas play is a theatrical triumph.
Nov 26th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Skylight’s ‘Hairspray’ Offers Non-Stop Energy
Production has show stopping numbers, but lacks heart and humanity.
Nov 20th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Return of Jane Austen
Rep’s new play updates Austen’s characters, but with far too much cuteness and cavorting.
Nov 19th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep Skillfully Struts Its Stuff
Cabaret show, ‘The All Night Strut!” has great cast and staging, but pushes a tad hard for your love.
Nov 12th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Tale of the Woodcarver
Unique theater-dance piece explores the life of Wisconsin artist Levi Fisher Ames.
Oct 24th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Don’t You Be My Neighbor
Renaissance staging of ‘Native Gardens’ pits a white couple against the Hispanic couple next door.
Oct 23rd, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
“Prince of Players” Is Musically Thin
Florentine production a visual treat, but Carlisle Floyd’s opera puts little meat on bones of gender-bender story.
Oct 15th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Humor and Horror at the Taj Mahal
Milwaukee Rep’s ‘Guards at the Taj’ is a gripping mix of fantasy, history, comedy and tragedy.
Oct 2nd, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Next Act Wins Irish Sweepstakes
Staging of John Patrick’s Shanley’s Irish-y comic drama has great acting by four of town’s top actors.
Oct 1st, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Skylight’s ‘Pippin’ Is a Puzzle
All that energy and pizzaz for musical set in Middle Ages, but what does it all mean?
Sep 25th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Dogs, Cats and Humans Who Love Them
MCT production of Irish play, "Chapatti" is a triumph of terrific acting.
Sep 24th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s New Stackner Cabaret a Hit
Opening show, "Songs for Nobodies," is showcase for singer-actress Bethany Thomas.
Sep 11th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Story Of a Great American Actor
Theater Red and Angela Iannone give us a new play about legendary 19th century actor Edwin Booth.
Aug 28th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Tragedy and Laughter at APT
Exit the King and enter Billie Dawn, in two wildly different plays and production styles.
Jul 20th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Miracle of American Players Theatre
Actors, critics and audiences gather in Spring Green for classical theater.
Jul 18th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Skylight’s Urinetown Is Fast-Paced Fun
But the musical itself feels less subversive that it once did.
May 21st, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Magic Flute’ Boasted Strong Cast
But Florentine’s staging sometimes seemed at odds with its singers.
May 14th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Urban Milwaukee Wins 7 Press Club Awards
6th straight year the publication is honored by state-wide journalism contest.
May 14th, 2018 by Urban Milwaukee
‘The Fantasticks’ Is… Fantastic
Strong cast, good voices, fresh take on an old classic by In Tandem Theatre.
Apr 30th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
A National Conversation About Guns
On Friday, theaters across the U.S. will do readings of “Natural Shocks’, a new humorous play about guns.
Apr 17th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Is “Our Town” Still Relevant Today?
Milwaukee Rep’s solid production suggests the answer is (mostly) yes.
Apr 16th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
“Tales of Hoffman” Is Inventive, Enchanting
Skylight and Milwaukee Opera collaboration finds more than great music in Offenbach’s romantic tale.
Mar 20th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Florentine Offers Opera’s Greatest Hits
And the result is a lovely showcase of great songs and great performers.
Mar 19th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Menard Hit With Class Action Suits
One of the world’s richest plutocrats faces multiple suits for chiseling his workers.
Mar 13th, 2018 by Bruce Murphy
Rep’s World Premiere A Letdown
“One House Over” is noble effort, but both play and production lack depth.
Mar 5th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Man Who Almost Lost His Mind
In Tandem’s production of a play about Alzheimer’s misfires, but Jim Pickering is fun.
Feb 27th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘The Brothers Size’ Upsets Expectations
Play by rising black playwright mixes dance, music and more in potent MCT production.
Feb 26th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Day-Lewis Haunting in ‘Phantom Thread’
And writer-director Paul Thomas Anderson is his brilliantly perverse accomplice.
Feb 6th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Skylight’s Sci-Fi Musical Is a Blast
‘Zombies From the Beyond’ sends up B movies of ‘50s and much more.
Feb 5th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
An Art Film for Today’s Generation
‘Call Me By Your Name’ is slow, idyllic, humane, and Oscar-nominated.
Feb 1st, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Small Is Beautiful for Florentine
Intimate production of two Baroque operas is a charming change of pace.
Jan 29th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Newspaper Publisher As Heroine
Spielberg’s 'The Post’ is timed to today, and Meryl Streep’s Katherine Graham sells it.
Jan 25th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
A Russian Comic Mystery Drama
Renaissance production of ‘Russian Transport’ covers all the bases powerfully.
Jan 22nd, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘The Shape Of Water’ Is Stunning
Director’s distinctive style creates a beauty-and-beast romance in a dark fascist world.
Jan 18th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Is ‘Lady Bird’ Overrated?
A fine coming-of-age film, yes, but surely oversold by critics.
Jan 16th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s ‘Animal Farm’ Is Heavy Hoofing
Adaptation of Orwell’s allegorical novel has strong visuals, but plodding pace.
Jan 15th, 2018 by Dominique Paul Noth
An Old Milwaukee Christmas
Chamber Theatre’s “Miracle on South Division Street” feels very Milwaukee, despite creaky script.
Nov 27th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Next Act Offers an Acting Clinic
Comic drama “The Secret Mask” is uneven, but well-directed actors give it power.
Nov 21st, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Oh, How New ‘Annie” Seems
‘70s musical seems to comment on today’s politics, in a Skylight show that shines.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Searching For the Real Sherlock
Rep’s ‘Holmes and Watson’ puzzle play has second half sparks after a talky first half.
Nov 20th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Sex With Strangers’ Scores
Play by ‘House of Cards” writer is a witty, gritty and erotic battle of the sexes.
Oct 24th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Not Always ‘Merry Widow’
Florentine production has low and high points, as third act delivers the fun.
Oct 23rd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
They Aimed At The Stars
Next Act’s ‘Silent Sky’ is artful theater about women scientists who helped explore the universe.
Oct 3rd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep Scores Again with Akhtar Play
Another play by Brookfield-raised, Pulitzer-winning writer, another potent production.
Oct 2nd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
“Guys and Dolls” Smacked Too Hard
Rep production overplays a worthy musical.
Sep 26th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Sweeney Todd’ Is Grisly Fun
Skylight’s take on Sondheim musical has inventive staging and strong voices.
May 22nd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Urban Milwaukee Wins Press Club Awards
Fifth-straight year the publication is honored by state-wide contest.
May 15th, 2017 by Urban Milwaukee
A Most Happy “Barber of Seville”
Musically great, but the staging missed the mark.
May 8th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s Jane Eyre Will Surprise You
More cool than romantic, it’s a psychologically gripping production.
May 1st, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
A Dickens of a Staging
Chamber Theatre’s ‘Great Expectations’ is cleverly staged, great fun.
Apr 17th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
The Weight of Words
Renaissance staging of ‘The Violet Hour’ dramatizes the golden days of American publishing.
Apr 11th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Regrets, They Have a Few
Four actors deftly stretch time and memory in “Bloomsday.”
Apr 10th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Strong Cast Powers ‘Don Giovanni’
Great singers and deftly added modern touches stand out in Florentine production.
Mar 20th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Chisholm For Governor?
Will District Attorney run against Walker? DA's son encourages speculation.
Mar 15th, 2017 by Michael Horne
Rep’s ‘Glass Menagerie’ Sparkles
Williams’ masterwork has good cast, pacing, but might have more weight.
Mar 13th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Love and Pain and Journalism
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre’s “The Few” is uneven, but mysterious.
Feb 28th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Loneliness Of The Long-Distance Pilot
Rep’s ‘Grounded’ is haunting drama about U.S. pilot doing drone warfare.
Feb 27th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Urban Harvest Hosts Urban Milwaukee
Urban Milwaukee's first members-only event tapped into a lot of fun.
Feb 5th, 2017 by Michael Horne
“Manchester” Is a Director’s Triumph
Despite Best Actor nod for Affleck, “Manchester By the Sea” is director Kenneth Lonergan’s movie.
Feb 2nd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Fences’ Offers Powerhouse Performances
As good as Denzel Washington is, Viola Davis is even better.
Feb 1st, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Hidden Figures’ Simplifies Racial Realities
But the feel-good, smash hit about black women NASA specialists has strong moments.
Jan 31st, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Crivello Makes Al McGuire Come Alive
Milwaukee native and Broadway actor returns for Rep’s ‘McGuire’ and nails it.
Jan 24th, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep’s ‘Disgraced’ Is Powerful, Provocative
Play by Pulitzer-winner Ayad Akhtar, Brookfield Central grad, is wowing audiences.
Jan 23rd, 2017 by Dominique Paul Noth
Next Act’s Christmas Play Is Uneven
1950s Milwaukee radio setting is grabby, but acting is a tad flat.
Nov 22nd, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
We Need ‘La Cage’ More Than Ever
Skylight production of musical shows it’s still relevant -- and tons of fun.
Nov 21st, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Rep Stages Knockout Drama
‘The Royale’, loosely based on life of Jack Johnson, punches home the perils of black success.
Oct 3rd, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Lovely Sunday, What a Farce
Big laughs and big voices, not enough humanity.
Sep 26th, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Pourman’s Used To Be Sausage Factory
Yet it's been a tavern for more than a century. This is truly old Milwaukee.
Jul 28th, 2016 by Michael Horne
Skylight’s “Pirates” A Boatful of Laughs
Buoyed by nifty staging, fine singing, gags aplenty, it’s a huge hit with audiences.
May 23rd, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
How CEOs Leave Workers Behind
CEOs Rich Meeusen and Tim Sullivan get rich while workers get nothing.
May 17th, 2016 by Bruce Murphy
‘Ernest in Love’ Is a Delight
Musical version of classic Wilde comedy is a revelation. Don’t miss it.
Apr 25th, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
A Masters Class in Period Posturing
Chamber Theatre’s “Fallen Angels” gets Coward’s comedy but not the more serious observations.
Apr 18th, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Let’s All Talk About Guns
Rep’s “American Song” offers strong one-man show on the topic followed by second act of community discussion.
Mar 21st, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Creating Thunder From Small Forces
Skylight’s ‘Crowns’ blends powerfully-sung spirituals with a gender gap tale set in the South.
Mar 7th, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
‘Mice and Men’ Still Moving
Milwaukee Rep production boasts strong lead actors and powerful scenic elements.
Jan 25th, 2016 by Dominique Paul Noth
Lives of the Radium Girls
Umbrella Group’s staging of true story about 1920s women working at the Radium Dial Company becomes a harrowing, human tragedy.
Jul 10th, 2015 by Dominique Paul Noth
