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Dive into the magic of Milwaukee’s Theater District with stories that reveal the heart and soul of the stage! From spotlighted performances to the creative minds behind them, our blogs give you an exclusive backstage pass to all the drama, comedy, and excitement happening around town. Get ready for some curtain-worthy reading!

 
9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in January Dec 17
Milwaukee Theater District

9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in January

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In the season of resolutions, now’s the perfect time to choose to see more shows in the Milwaukee Theater District this year! Great, now that that’s settled, what better way to get started on your newest New Year’s resolution than to dive in right away? Here…

Violent Femmes 40th Anniversary with MSO Hits National PBS Broadcast Dec 12
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Violent Femmes 40th Anniversary with MSO Hits National PBS Broadcast

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Do you like “American Music?” We like “American Music.” Okay, “American Music” isn’t on the Violent Femmes’ self-titled album. Crazy. The Violent Femmes are an undeniably local band. Each of the group’s founding…

9 Shows We Can’t Wait to See in December Dec 02
Milwaukee Theater District

9 Shows We Can’t Wait to See in December

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City skywalks, busy catwalks, shows in holiday style. The Milwaukee Theater District has a stacked holiday season at venues around town. And if you’re a lover of all things Santa and Rat King, you should check out all the upcoming holiday performances in our Holidays in…

Holidays in the Milwaukee Theater District Nov 21
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Holidays in the Milwaukee Theater District

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Theater songs ring. Are you listening? In the district, snow is glistening. A beautiful sight, we’re going tonight, watching in a theater wonderland. Season’s greetings, and to all, a good wassailing! ‘Tis the season for a holly jolly slate of holiday shows…

9 Shows We Can’t Wait to See in November Meghan Boyle Oct 29
Performing Arts & Entertainment

9 Shows We Can’t Wait to See in November

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What are we thankful for? The outstanding selection of shows that are coming to the Milwaukee Theater District this November. From comedy and stadium shows to indie groups in intimate venues, timeless classics to Pulitzer Prize-recognized plots, there’s something for every…

9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in October Ross Zentner Oct 08
Performing Arts & Entertainment

9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in October

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The spooky season has arrived, and the Milwaukee Theater District has all the thrills and chills you could ever hope to find at venues around the city. Kicking off this week, Milwaukee Theater Week celebrates the performing arts in our community alongside the many spectacular…

"The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" Watch Guide Sep 17
Performing Arts & Entertainment

"The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City" Watch Guide

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The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City are back this week for Season 5, and we’re shaking. We’re physically shaking! The drama, the twists, the spectacular hot dog fits and one jaw-dropping reveal that tops all the rest: a cameo from a special city on the Fresh…

9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in September Aug 21
Performing Arts & Entertainment

9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in September

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There’s so much to see in Milwaukee’s performing arts scene. Whether you’re eager to see your favorite Olympian in action, be moved by soulful music, or immerse yourself in compelling storylines on stage, it's always showtime in the Milwaukee Theater…

Potawatomi Casino | Hotel’s Summer Amplified Series Aug 13
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Potawatomi Casino | Hotel’s Summer Amplified Series

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Everyone loves a sure bet, a lock, an odds-on favorite. Like a shooting star or a total solar eclipse, these moments are irreplicable and must be seized to their absolute fullest. And, in light of a packed Labor Day weekend – which includes the Hy-Vee Milwaukee Mile 250s…

Milwaukee Vibe Check Jul 23
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Milwaukee Vibe Check

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The many live music stages peppered throughout the Milwaukee area create an entertainment community that is music to any fan’s ears. These include beautiful, opulent theaters and intimate, independent music venues. They host up-and-coming acts, national headliners and…

Q&A with the Champagne of Comedians, Charlie Berens Jul 09
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Q&A with the Champagne of Comedians, Charlie Berens

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Oh my gosh! Charlie Berens is coming to the Pabst Theater in support of the Christian Yelich Home Plate Charity Concert on July 25. A man of many talents, the comedian, Emmy Award-winner, “Top Chef” taster, proud Midwesterner and former promising little league…

Q&A with Scotty McCreery, Headliner of Christian Yelich Home Plate Charity Concert Jul 02
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Scotty McCreery first arrived in Milwaukee as a young man with a dream. Auditioning for “American Idol” as a 17-year-old kid, the North Carolina native was quick to wow the judges against the backdrop of the Milwaukee Art Museum. McCreery took his talent all the way…

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Season 50 Announced May 16
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Season 50 Announced

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There’s always something new to see in Milwaukee’s most entertaining district! Throughout the Milwaukee Theater District, you can catch everything from incendiary rock shows to scintillating Broadway musicals and dramatic plays to sweeping symphony performances…

New in MKE: Vivarium Music Venue Mar 05
Performing Arts & Entertainment

New in MKE: Vivarium Music Venue

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Vivarium is alive and thriving on Milwaukee's East Side. After a week of excitement featuring performances by Molly Grace, Wave Chapelle, The Wonderlands, Adorner and many more, the Pabst Theater Group's latest project has taken root to the glee of music lovers across…

What Milwaukee's Got in Store for 2024 Jan 01
Milwaukee Stories

What Milwaukee's Got in Store for 2024

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3…2…1…Happy New Year! As we kick off a massive 2024 for Milwaukee, there’s no better time to spotlight some of the most exciting restaurants, developments and attractions on the horizon this year. The year of Milwaukee, 2024 is set to be one wild ride…

Requiem for the Back Room @ Colectivo Dec 18
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Requiem for the Back Room @ Colectivo

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Dearly beloved, we're gathered here today in remembrance of The Back Room @ Colectivo. As of 10:40 p.m. on December 15, the East Side venue is no more. And while it may be gone, it is anything but forgotten. On its final evening, The Back Room filled with the sounds of…

Nicki Minaj to Play Fiserv Forum April 13 Dec 11
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Nicki Minaj to Play Fiserv Forum April 13

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The wait is over. “Greatness is what we on the brink of,” and the Barbz from all over the globe can rejoice! On Monday, the Queen of Rap Officially announced the dates of her Nicki Minaj Presents: Pink Friday 2 World Tour for 2024, bringing her bold, iconic sound to…

Encore! Milwaukee Theater Week 2023 Nov 21
Performing Arts & Entertainment

Encore! Milwaukee Theater Week 2023

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Bravo! Encore, encore! The Milwaukee Theater District just dropped the curtain on the inaugural Milwaukee Theater Week, receiving a roaring success and a standing ovation. Miss out on the festivities? Well, we have your ticket to a recap of the week’s festivities! The week…

Milwaukee Theater District: The Making of Milwaukee's Most Entertaining District Nov 13
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The Milwaukee Theater District is marking its one-year anniversary with the inaugural Milwaukee Theater Week! From November 9-19, Milwaukee’s performing arts groups will turn the spotlight on themselves and the city’s world-class performing live entertainment scene…

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15 New New Year’s Resolutions Jan 09

15 New New Year’s Resolutions

Uniquely Milwaukee

Each year, over half the population sets out with good intentions, setting New Year’s resolutions to be our best selves. By the second Friday of January, however, about a…

Milwaukee's Mocktail Makers Dec 27

Milwaukee's Mocktail Makers

Dining & Drinks

In Milwaukee, we are known for many things. Our brats, fish fries and cheese curds are the iconic culinary calling card of the Cream City. The brewing tradition and its…

9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in January Dec 17

9 Shows We Can't Wait to See in January

Milwaukee Theater District

In the season of resolutions, now’s the perfect time to choose to see more shows in the Milwaukee Theater District this year! Great, now that that’s settled, what…

2024 New Year's Eve in Milwaukee Dec 16

2024 New Year's Eve in Milwaukee

Festivals & Events

As 2024 winds to a close, now’s the perfect time to start planning your New Year’s Eve celebrations. From family fun at the Betty Brinn Children's Museum to…

8 Spots for Outdoor Winter Dining Dec 09

8 Spots for Outdoor Winter Dining

Dining & Drinks

Oh, the weather outside is frightful, but dinner in your personal snow globe is sure delightful. Think your days of dining al fresco with the beautiful backdrop of nature are a…

2024 Milwaukee Holiday Gift Guide Dec 06

2024 Milwaukee Holiday Gift Guide

Uniquely Milwaukee

This holiday season, skip the lines and find the perfect present for everyone on your list! From unique gifts to craft goods, our guide has everything you need to add a personal…