Theaters

From Broadway to cabaret, Milwaukee is a powerhouse when it comes to the performing arts. Cutting-edge, contemporary theater, modern and experimental dance, a thriving live music scene and more mean your night on the town just got more interesting.

  • 929 N. Water Street
  • (414) 273-7635

Black Arts MKE's mission is to increase the availability and quality of African American arts. Join us for Black Nativity (December 5-15, 2019) by Langston Hughes & Love & Southern D!scomfort: The Musical (April 30, 2020 - May 10, 2020).

  • 1131 Janesville Avenue
  • (800) 477-9505

Experience the unique and wonderful world of The Fireside, Wisconsin's #1 year-round motorcoach attraction with superb dining, beautiful gift shops and professional Broadway musicals in a state-of-the-art theatre-in-the-round. Join us as we celebrate 60 years of Klopcic family…

  • 1028 S. 9th Street
  • (414) 384-3100

The mission of Latino Arts is to strengthen and preserve the cultural heritage of the diverse Hispanic community in Milwaukee and to increase cultural awareness and diversity by offering performances, exhibits, and education in the areas of music, visual arts, dance, and…

  • 929 N. Water Street
  • (414) 273-7121

The Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is the premier performing arts community gathering space in Southeastern Wisconsin. MPAC presents a touring Broadway series, Dance, Jazz, and National Geographic Live Series as well as numerous individual events throughout the year. MPAC…

  • 500 W. Kilbourn Avenue
  • (414) 908-6000

Spectacular 4,100 seat theatre in the heart of downtown. Nestled on the campus of the Wisconsin Center District alongside the Wisconsin Center convention center and UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, the Miller High Life Theatre provides an ideal venue for entertainment and concert…

  • 128 N. Jackson Street
  • (414) 902-2103

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

  • Broadway Theatre Center
  • (414) 291-7800 | Box Office

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.

  • 108 E. Wells Street
  • (414) 224-9490

Milwaukee Rep is the largest performing arts organization in Wisconsin with three unique performance venues – the Quadracci Powerhouse, Stiemke Studio and Stackner Cabaret. For over six decades, Milwaukee Rep has been a centerpiece of Milwaukee’s vibrant arts and cultural…

  • Bradley Symphony Center
  • (414) 291-6010

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

  • 255 S. Water Street
  • (414) 278-0765 Tickets

Next Act Theatre engages the hearts and minds of audiences with intimate, compelling productions intended to stimulate thought, foster the exchange of ideas and promote the development of new perspectives and understanding. For more than 30 years, Next Act has been committed to…

  • Multiple Locations throughout Greater Milwaukee
  • (262) 498-5777

Shakespeare in the Park! Join us each summer for Milwaukee's Free Shakespeare in the park, now featuring a fully mobile touring production that brings the show to multiple neighborhoods in the greater Milwaukee area. What: On tap for 2023 is "Henry IV + 1 + 2: Falstaff's Tale"…

  • 144 E. Wells Street
  • (414) 242-8200

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

  • 116 W. Wisconsin Avenue
  • (414) 242-8200

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.

  • 3270 Mitchell Park Drive
  • (262) 781-9470

It is the mission of the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts to serve as a catalyst for lifelong learning, discovery and exploration of the arts. The Wilson Center is a multidisciplinary nonprofit cultural arts facility with an 18-year history of excellence. The Wilson…

  • 158 N. Broadway
  • 414/291-7800 (Box Office)

While we are not performing for a live audience, please check out our website for virtual performances. Nationally acclaimed for vivid productions and adventuresome repertoire ranging from classic operas (in English) to Gilbert & Sullivan to American musicals, performed in the…

  • 1040 N. Vel R. Phillips Avenue
  • (414) 242-8200

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

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