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Milwaukee Repertory Theater Holds One Day Sale for World Premiere Prelude to a Kiss a musical, Monday, June 17

 

By - Jun 12th, 2024 11:05 am
Image courtesy of the Milwaukee Rep.

Image courtesy of the Milwaukee Rep.

June 12, 2024 [Milwaukee] –Milwaukee Repertory Theater to hold a One Day Sale on Monday, June 17, 2024, for the World Premiere of Prelude to a Kiss a musical featuring a book by celebrated playwright Craig Lucas (Light in the Piazza) with music and lyrics by David Messé  (Amélie) and Sean Hartley (Little Women).

Save 30% on adult tickets to Prelude to a Kiss a musical on Monday, June 17 only using code KISS.  Purchase tickets starting at 7:00am online at www.MilwaukeeRep.com, and starting at 9:00am by calling the Ticket Office at 414-224-9490 or in-person at 108 E Wells Street in downtown Milwaukee. Prelude to a Kiss a musical premieres at the Harris Theater at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (3270 Mitchell Park Dr, Brookfield) September 10 – October 19, 2024.

Prelude to a Kiss a musical takes Lucas’ acclaimed romantic comedy to new heights in this World Premiere that refreshes and elevates its fairy tale love story. When a mysterious guest requests a kiss at Peter and Rita’s wedding, the boundaries of true love are tested, taking the couple on a fantastic journey of self-discovery. Adapted from the Tony-nominated play by Broadway great Craig Lucas with a breathtaking score by Daniel Messé and Sean Hartley, you’ll love this powerfully moving musical that gives the phrase “for better or worse” new meaning.

The original Prelude to a Kiss play by Craig Lucas premiered at South Coast Rep in 1988. It went to Broadway, where it received a Tony Award nomination and a Pulitzer Prize nomination, before moving to Hollywood to become a feature film starring Alec Baldwin and Meg Ryan.

Prelude to a Kiss a musical is presented by David Kundert with corporate sponsor BMO Harris, Executive Producers Melanie and Steve Booth, Andrea and Tony Bryant, Michael G. Carter, Sandy and Bill Haack. Associate Producers include Dr. Eric Durant and Scott Swickard, Kerryann Hase Minton and Joe Minton, Diane and Clark Slipher. A John (Jack) D. Lewis New Play Development Program Production, Prelude to a Kiss a musical is a co-production with South Coast Repertory.

For more information, please visit www.MilwaukeeRep.com

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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