All the world’s a stage. Especially Milwaukee.

Milwaukee boasts opera companies, a world-class symphony, a nationally acclaimed ballet company, and an array of professional dance and theater companies performing at venues all across the metro area. No performing arts fan leaves Milwaukee without a smile and an exciting story to tell.

You’ll find a cultural depth and appreciation for the arts that few other cities possess.

The following businesses are categorized into regions around the city. If you would like to find out more information about each of these areas, you can check them out on our Milwaukee County Map.
 
Northern Lights Theater

Potawatomi Bingo Casino
1721 W. Canal Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 847-7922
Fax: (414) 847-7936
Website: www.paysbig.com


The Northern Lights' two-tiered intimate theater combines first-class entertainment and dining in a stunning setting. Booth and table seating are available on the first level with traditional theater seating on the upper level. Enjoy the beauty, intimacy and ambience of the Northern Lights Theater while enjoying such entertainers as Hall & Oates, Eddie Money, the Oak Ridge Boys, and the
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Milwaukee Theatre

500 W. Kilbourn Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 908-6000
Fax: (414) 908-6010
Website: www.milwaukeetheatre.com


Featuring a breathtaking rotunda lobby and plenty of amenities, and is embraced by patrons and productions alike for its spaciousness and traditional elegance.
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University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

2310 E. Hartford Avenue
P.O Box 413
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Region: Northeast Milwaukee

Phone: (414) 229-1122
Fax: (414) 229-6443
Website: www.uwm.edu


Wisconsin's premier urban university, located in the cultural and economic heart of the state.
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Fireside Dinner Theatre

1131 Janesville Avenue
Fort Atkinson, WI 53538-0007
Region: Outlying Metro Milwaukee

Phone: (920) 563-9505
Fax: (920) 563-3023
Website: www.firesidetheatre.com


Experience the unique and wonderful world of The Fireside, Wisconsin's #1 year-round motorcoach attraction with superb dining, beautiful gift shoppes and professional Broadway musicals in a state-of-the-art theatre-in-the-round. Join us as we celebrate 44 years of Klopcic family hospitality and their recent national award as America's Best Restaurant Family.

Browse the unique gift shoppes, enjoy award-winning cuisine, and top off
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Connections Ticket Service

115 W. Silver Spring Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 964-1313
Fax: (414) 332-1188
Website: www.connectionstickets.com


We buy, sell and upgrade concert, sports, and theatre tickets throughout the United States. We specialize in Badgers, Packers, Bucks, concerts and Summerfest. Free local delivery. For Any Ticket Anywhere you've got connections.
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Historic Third Ward Association

219 N. Milwaukee Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 273-1173
Fax: (414) 273-2205
Website: www.historicthirdward.org


Enjoy the ambiance of a turn-of-the-century neighborhood boasting a high concentration of art galleries, unique specialty stores, women's fashion, distinct restaurants and theatre. Located just two blocks south of downtown - come and explore!
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Ticket King, Inc.

751 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 273-6007
Fax: (414) 273-6030
Website: www.theticketking.net


Your source for tickets to all premium and sold out events, concerts, sports and theater. Ticket King, your source for all Packers, Badgers, Bucks, Concert and Theater tickets. Call us for the best tickets to sold out events. Member BBB and National Association of Ticket Brokers. Our friendly staff will find the tickets you need. Don't wait in line for
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Alverno Presents at Alverno College

P. O. Box 343922
3400 S. 43rd Street
Milwaukee, WI 53234-3922
Region: Southwest Milwaukee

Phone: (414) 382-6151
Fax: (414) 382-6354
Website: www.alvernopresents.alverno.edu


Alverno College is Milwaukee's longest running arts presenter. Seasons of exceptional performances in dance, music, theater and more. Popular with the college community and the public in Milwaukee.
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Apple Holler

5006 S. Sylvania Avenue
Sturtevant, WI 53177
Region: Outlying Metro Milwaukee

Phone: (262) 884-7100
Fax: (262) 884-7110
Website: www.appleholler.com


Full service farm restaurant; cabaret style revues; wine and cheese tasting; country store, homemade apple pies, cider, syrup and apple butter; orchard tours and farmyard animals.
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Bel Canto Chorus

158 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 481-8801
Fax: (414) 481-8807
Website: www.belcanto.org


Milwaukee's premier choral organization since 1931, BCC presents innovative programming featuring the finest choral music. Also home to the city's first and only Boy Choir, "BC2".
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Bill Sargent Bands


Phone: (414) 777-0100
Fax: (414) 447-0111
Website: www.billsargentbands.com


Since 1982. International reputation. Soloists to small bands to Big Bands. Various music styles. All events. First class - very professional.
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Budweiser Pavilion

640 S. 84th Street, Wisconsin State Fair Park
West Allis, WI 53214
Region: West/Zoo

Phone: (262) 646-5323
Website: www.budpavilion.com


A summer entertainment destination! Open-air concerts featuring top local bands, sports bar with 13 big screen TVs, great food and beverages. Milwaukee-style fun!
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Cardinal Stritch University

6801 N. Yates Road
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Region: Northeast Milwaukee

Phone: (414) 410-4000
Fax: (414) 410-4234
Website: www.stritch.edu


Cardinal Stritch University offers graduate and undergraduate degrees to men and women of all ages. Stritch theater and musical productions delight area audiences.
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Charles Allis Art Museum

1801 N. Prospect Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 278-8295
Fax: (414) 278-0335
Website: www.charlesallis.org


Tudor-style house museum with period rooms, original furnishings, art collection spanning 2,000 years, galleries, English garden, changing exhibitions and programs.
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Cultural Alliance of Greater Milwaukee

648 N. Plankinton Avenue
Suite 425
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 347-0131
Fax: (414) 291-8010
Website: www.culturalalliancemke.org


The Cultural Alliance of Greater Milwaukee strives to be the unified voice to enhance the value, awareness and economic stimulus of the cultural industry of Greater Milwaukee.
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Danceworks, Inc.

1661 N. Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 277-8480
Fax: (414) 277-8485
Website: www.danceworks1661.org


Danceworks, Inc., the home of Danceworks Performance Co., Studio 1661 and Dreamtime Arts Studio provides professional contemporary dance performance and community based educational programs and classes to children & adults.
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David Seebach's Wonders of Magic

N61 W16020 Hawthorne Drive
Menomonee Falls, WI 53051

Phone: (262) 252-3333
Fax: (262) 252-8633
Website: www.davidseebach.com


He's 'Milwaukee's #1 Magician', Milwaukee Journal and has over forty years of experience delighting audiences with his witty, sophisticated approach to magic, comedy and illusion.
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Early Music Now

759 N. Milwaukee Street
Suite 420
Milwaukee, WI 53202-1810
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 225-3113
Fax: (414) 225-3787
Website: www.earlymusicnow.org


Outstanding internationally acclaimed artists and ensembles performing music from the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and the early Baroque. Discover the enchantment of these intimate concerts in historic venues!
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Exciting Events

2020 S. Calhoun Road
New Berlin, WI 53151
Region: Outlying Metro Milwaukee

Phone: (262) 797-8880
Fax: (262) 797-8883
Website: www.excitingevents.com


Special effects such as lasers that write script or produce logos, intelligent lights that change 18 different colors and shapes, or confetti/streamer cannons, and balloon drops.
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Festival City Symphony

4240 N. Ardmore Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 963-9067
Fax: (414) 963-9067
Website: www.festivalcitysymphony.org


Professional non-profit classical symphony orchestra, targeting families as its audience, presents free children's 'pops' concerts, family-priced formal concerts and outreach concerts.
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Film Wisconsin, Inc.

648 N. Plankinton Avenue
Suite 425
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 287-4253
Website: www.filmwisconsin.net


FILM WISCONSIN is an exciting new nonprofit corporation formed to nurture and sustain Wisconsin's film and media industry.
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First Stage Children's Theater

Offices: 325 W. Walnut Street
Milwaukee, WI 53212
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 267-2929
Fax: (414) 267-2930
Website: www.firststage.org


Professional theater for young audiences. Plays are geared to specific age groups and are developed from classic and contemporary children's literature. Performances take place at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water Street.
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Florentine Opera Company

700 N. Water Street
Suite 950
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 291-5700
Fax: (414) 291-5706
Website: www.florentineopera.org


The Florentine Opera, Milwaukee's grand opera company, features international casts and conductors, spectacular sets and costumes, and the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra
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In Tandem Theatre, Inc.

Tenth Street Theatre
628 N. Tenth Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 271-1371
Fax: (414) 271-1378
Website: www.intandemtheatre.org


Presenting an eclectic mix of live performance, from comedy to drama, classical to musical, that excites, enlightens, provokes and entertains.
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John Michael Kohler Arts Center

608 New York Avenue
P. O. Box 489
Sheboygan, WI 53082-0489
Region: Outlying Metro Milwaukee

Phone: (920) 458-6144
Website: www.jmkac.org


Contemporary arts center, acclaimed for dynamic explorations of contemporary American visual and performing arts including sculpture, crafts, photography and the work of self-taught artists.
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Latino Arts, Inc.

1028 S. 9th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 384-3100
Fax: (414) 649-2844
Website: www.latinoartsinc.org


Located in Milwaukee's largest Hispanic neighborhood, Latino Arts presents exhibits, visual arts, theatre, and music by Latin American artists in its own gallery and auditorium.
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Marcus Center for the Performing Arts

929 N. Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202-3122
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 273-7121
Fax: (414) 273-5480
Website: www.marcuscenter.org


Premier arts and entertainment destination for Milwaukee and Wisconsin. Every year we work to keep the excitement alive with Broadway musicals, symphony, opera and ballet performances.
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Marquette University

P. O. Box 1881
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 288-7700
Website: www.marquette.edu


Jesuit, urban, independent, co-educational. Offering undergraduate, graduate and professional curricula. 10,500 enrollment and 8,000 continuing education. Visit the Haggerty Museum of Art and the St. Joan of Arc Chapel.
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Milwaukee Ale House

233 N. Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 226-BEER (2337)
Fax: (414) 226-2360
Website: www.ale-house.com


True hometown brewpub in the Historic Third Ward on the RiverWalk. Fresh ales brewed on premise, River view dining, live music and beer and food specials. Tour our brewery.
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Milwaukee Ballet

504 W. National Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53204
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 902-2103
Fax: (414) 649-4066
Website: www.milwaukeeballet.org


The Milwaukee Ballet presents works that speak to our passions and emotions by choreographers who have fashioned ballets in the classical and contemporary styles.
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Milwaukee Chamber Theatre

Broadway Theatre Center
158 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 291-7800 Tickets
Fax: (414) 277-4477
Website: www.chamber-theatre.com


Milwaukee Chamber Theatre produces high-quality, professional theatrical works of literary merit in intimate, audience-engaging settings at the Broadway Theatre Center located in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
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Milwaukee Public Theatre

626 E. Kilbourn Avenue
Suite 802
Milwaukee, WI 53202-3237

Phone: (414) 347-1685
Fax: (414) 347-1690
Website: www.milwaukeepublictheatre.org


Extraordinary entertainers, artists and speakers from many cultures; touring shows and customized creative services for corporate, school, and group events, workshops, training and promotions.
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Milwaukee Repertory Theater

108 E. Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 224-9490
Fax: (414) 224-9097
Website: www.milwaukeerep.com


Milwaukee Repertory Theater is a nationally recognized theater company that presents a critically-acclaimed selection of compelling dramas, powerful classics, award-winning contemporary works, and lively cabaret shows on three stages from September through May.
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Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra

700 N. Water Street
Suite 700
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 291-6010
Fax: (414) 291-7610
Website: www.milwaukeesymphony.org


Wisconsin's largest performing arts organization, the MSO presents nationally acclaimed guest conductors and artists in exciting live concerts throughout downtown Milwaukee.
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Next Act Theatre

Off-Broadway Theatre
342 N. Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 278-0765 Tickets
Fax: (414) 278-5930
Website: www.nextact.org


The Off-Broadway is a unique theatre space in Milwaukee where the audience is closely wrapped around three sides of the action and no seat is further than six rows from the stage performance style.
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Pabst Theater

144 E. Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 286-3663
Fax: (414) 286-2154
Website: www.pabsttheater.org


A Milwaukee Landmark and National Historic Landmark that has welcomed Wilco, Jim Gaffigan, Brian Wilson, Bon Iver, Mike Birbiglia, Lyle Lovett and David Byrne.
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Present Music

158 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 271-0711
Fax: (414) 271-7998
Website: www.presentmusic.org


Present Music is Milwaukee's internationally acclaimed new music ensemble that performs and records the music of today's composers. Founded in 1982, its concerts continue to inspire, challenge, and surprise diverse audiences.
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Renaissance Theaterworks

158 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 273-0800
Fax: (414) 273-0801
Website: www.r-t-w.com


Renaissance Theaterworks - thirteen years in the company of women. Professional, live productions of contemporary and classic theater. RTW produces intimate and moving theatre at the Studio Theatre, Broadway Theatre Center.
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Schauer Arts & Activities Center

147 N. Rural Street
Hartford, WI 53027
Region: Outlying Metro Milwaukee

Phone: (262) 670-0560
Fax: (262) 670-0937
Website: www.schauercenter.org


A regional center for the arts, staging professional touring performances, offering arts classes for all ages, as well as hosting social and business functions.
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Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

19805 W. Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53045
Region: Outlying Metro Milwaukee

Phone: (262) 781-9470
Fax: (262) 781-9198
Website: www.wilson-center.com


Performances in two theaters, arts education for all ages and art gallery exhibits. Located in Brookfield's Mitchell Park just south of 198th & Capitol Drive.
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Stackner Cabaret

Milwaukee Repertory Theater
108 W. Wells Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 224-1761
Fax: (414) 224-9097
Website: www.milwaukeerep.com


Come experience Milwaukee's only authentic cabaret with theater, bar and casual dining. Located within the Milwaukee Center complex, lunches and dinners are available Sept.-May. Private parties welcome.
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Sunset Playhouse, Inc.

800 Elm Grove Road
P. O. Box 2
Elm Grove, WI 53122
Region: West/Zoo

Phone: (262) 782-4430
Fax: (262) 782-3150
Website: www.sunsetplayhouse.com


Join the Playhouse for an all new season of laughs, suspense and music. Our season has something for everyone! Call for more information.
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The Riverside Theater

116 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 286-3663
Fax: (414) 286-2154
Website: www.riversidetheater.org


The Riverside Theater in downtown Milwaukee hosts the most popular touring musicians and comedians. Recent performers include Bob Dylan, Steely Dan, John Fogerty and Lewis Black.
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The Skylight Opera Theatre

158 N. Broadway
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 291-7800 (Box Office)
Fax: (414) 291-7815
Website: www.skylightopera.com


Nationally acclaimed for vivid productions and adventuresome repertoire ranging from classic operas (in English) to Gilbert & Sullivan to American musicals, performed in the intimate Cabot Theatre.
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The Tempel Lipizzans

17000 Wadsworth Road
Old Mill Creek, IL 60083
Region: Outlying Metro Milwaukee

Phone: (847) 623-7272
Fax: (847) 244-5069
Website: www.tempelfarms.com


Rare Lipizzan stallions demonstrate elegant movements and breathtaking leaps in summer performances choreographed to music. Off-season group tours/private performances available. Only 45 minutes south of Milwaukee.
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Trainfest

Wisconsin Exposition Center at State Fair Park
8200 W. Greenfield Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53214
Region: West/Zoo

Website: www.trainfest.com


A Milwaukee exclusive. Trainfest. America's largest operating model railroad show makes for a fun-filled November weekend. Drawing 20,000+ visitors. 200,000 Sq.ft. of exhibits/activities. Kids free. Nov. 14-15, 2009. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
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Turner Hall Ballroom

1034 N. 4th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 286-3663
Fax: (414) 286-2154
Website: www.turnerhallballroom.org


Built in 1882, this National Historic Landmark regularly hosts the most popular up-and-coming musicians, comedians and special events.
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United Performing Arts Fund, Inc.

929 W. Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 273-8723
Fax: (414) 273-0826
Website: www.upaf.org


Provides financial operating support to 37 performing arts organizations and grant recipients. The Miller Lite Ride for the Arts, one of the nation's largest recreational bike rides, benefits UPAF.
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UWM Peck School of the Arts

Fine Arts Complex
2400 E. Kenwood Boulevard
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 229-5714
Fax: (414) 229-2739
Website: www.arts.uwm.edu


Presenting more than 250 events each year, including Music Department faculty and student recitals, dance performances, film screenings, art exhibitions and plays by the Professional Theatre Training Program.
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Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum

2220 N. Terrace Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 271-3656
Fax: (414) 271-3986
Website: www.villaterracemuseum.org


Italian Renaissance-style villa and gardens overlook Lake Michigan. 15th-20th century decorative arts, Cyril Colnik wrought iron, galleries, changing exhibitions and programs.
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Wisconsin Conservatory of Music

1584 N. Prospect Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Region: Downtown

Phone: (414) 276-5760
Fax: (414) 276-6076
Website: www.wcmusic.org


The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, founded in 1899, offers over 100 performances annually in all styles. Tours of our historic mansion are also available.
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