Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett goes “On the Issues” to discuss city’s upcoming streetcar project vote

Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett goes “On the Issues” to discuss city’s upcoming streetcar project vote

On the eve of a pivotal Milwaukee Common Council vote, Barrett will make his case for the proposed Milwaukee streetcar project.

31st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration

31st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebration

Sunday, January 18th at 1:00 pm in Uihlein Hall

Wisconsin Juniors Volleyball Welcomes 3,000 to Winter Classic Jan. 16-18

Wisconsin Juniors Volleyball Welcomes 3,000 to Winter Classic Jan. 16-18

Olympic Gold Medalist Misty May-Treanor to conduct sold-out clinic Friday night

National transportation study highlights growth of megabus.com, bus industry

National transportation study highlights growth of megabus.com, bus industry

City-to-city express bus continues fastest growth in transportation sector, outpacing growth of airlines and Amtrak

Milwaukee County Supervisors Introduce Measure to Repair O’Donnell Park

Milwaukee County Supervisors Introduce Measure to Repair O’Donnell Park

Resolution Calls for Request for Proposals, Creation of Task Force to Develop Vision for Park Site

Early Music Now Winter-Spring Season Announcement

Early Music Now Winter-Spring Season Announcement

Early Music Now’s 28th Season Continues with Quality and Variety

BBC Lighting Leases Space on W. Saint Paul Avenue

BBC Lighting Leases Space on W. Saint Paul Avenue

RFP Commercial Recent Transactions

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Calls for a Full-Scale Plowing Operation

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Calls for a Full-Scale Plowing Operation

Most garbage and recycling collections suspended until Saturday, January 10

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration at King Center

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration at King Center

“What a Beautiful World: A Salute to Those Who Protect and Serve” is the theme of this year’s public celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center, Monday, Jan. 19 at 3 p.m.

The Cedarburg Cultural Center presents retrospective exhibit featuring Cedarburg Photographer, Tony Cilento.

The Cedarburg Cultural Center presents retrospective exhibit featuring Cedarburg Photographer, Tony Cilento.

The Cedarburg Cultural Center is proud to host an upcoming retrospective exhibit featuring Cedarburg photographer, Tony Cilento.

Harley-Davidson Museum announces (P)ART: Photographs Revealing the Art of Mechanical Form
Harley-Davidson Museum announces (P)ART

Photographs Revealing the Art of Mechanical Form

Special photography exhibit opens during January Gallery Night in Milwaukee

First Stage announces extended run of GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS

First Stage announces extended run of GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS

First Stage’s First Steps Series presents Stiles and Drewe’s GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut Street, Milwaukee. Due to the popularity of this show, five performances have been added, extending the run from January 31 through March 1, 2015. This fun, interactive performance is part of First Stage’s First Steps Series, designed to introduce children ages 3 to 6 to live theater in an engaging and lively environment. Tickets can be purchased in person at the First Stage box office by phone at (414) 267-2961 or online at www.firststage.org. Several performances are sold out, so patrons are encouraged to buy tickets early. From the musical team behind Mary Poppins and Honk!, with music by George Stiles and book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe, this story is an exciting musical journey through one of the most well-loved fairytales of all time. A special sensory-friendly performance, designed to serve children on the autism spectrum and their families is planned for Saturday, February 14, 2015 at 3:30 p.m. Families can enjoy a welcoming and comfortable environment including lower sound, lights up, and available quiet areas staffed by experienced educators. Jennifer Adams (Director)Jennifer is a teaching artist and director who joined the staff at First Stage in May of 2011.  Jennifer has taught and directed at theaters across the southeast at theaters including the Springer Opera House, Orlando Repertory Theater, Orlando Shakespeare Theatre, Rose of Athens Theater, Dramatic English, Columbus State University, and a variety of high schools and community organizations.  Jennifer currently serves as an Academy Director at First Stage as well as program director for the Next Steps program for students with autism.  Jennifer earned an M.F.A. in Theatre for Young Audiences from the University of Central Florida. The adult actor cast of GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS includes Matt Daniels (Member of Actor’s Equity Association) as Goldi’s Father/Puppetter; Marvette Knight (Member of Actor’s Equity Association) as Mama Bear; andThomas Novak as Papa Bear.   Young performer roles are double cast.  Young performers in the Itch Cast are Madelyn Ballard (as Goldilocks), Laetitia Faye (Ensemble) and Oshionna Wright (Ensemble) from Milwaukee; Jack Trettin (as Baby Bear) and Hannah Lipscomb (Ensemble) from Whitefish Bay. Young performers in the Scratch Cast are Georgina Pink (as Goldilocks) from Milwaukee; Michael Loomans (as Baby Bear) and Taylor Loomans (Ensemble) from West Bend; Marissa Tucker (Ensemble) from Glendale; and Anna Fitzsimmons (Ensemble) from Mequon.   The artistic staff for GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS  includes: Sarah Hunt-Frank (Scenic Designer); Jason Orlenko (Costume Designer); Ross Zentner (Lighting Designer); Erin Paige (Sound Designer); Sarah Deming-Henes (Assistant Stage Manager) and Ryan Treviranus (Assistant Stage Manager).   Tickets for GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BEARS are $14.00.  Tickets may be purchased online at www.firststage.org or through the First Stage box office, by phone (414) 267-2961.