Milwaukee on Stage
Theater lovers are spoiled with choices in Milwaukee! When summer winds down, we look ahead to the exciting theater season presented by our local professional theater companies. Classics and contemporary plays, dramas, comedies, and musicals – there’s something for every taste on Milwaukee’s stages. Make sure your visit to Milwaukee includes a show at one (or more!) of these hometown favorites.
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