Milwaukee, WI Theater Reviews: Best Shows & Critic Recommendations Page 4

BWW Review: FUNNY GIRL is a Terrific First for BOMBSHELL THEATRE CO.
by Kelsey Lawler - January 08, 2022

A lot of love and hard work went into this production, and if this cast keeps doing what they’re doing, they’re on track to charm audiences throughout their two-weekend run....

BWW Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL is a Festive Hug at the MILWAUKEE REP
by Kelsey Lawler - December 07, 2021

It had been a staggering 701 days since the Milwaukee Rep's last performance of A Christmas Carol, but this holiday tradition is back at the Pabst and as fantastic as ever. From old friends to new faces, the ever-impressive scenery to lush costumes, this whole production, adapted and directed by Mar...

BWW Review: A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS is Fun & Festive at FIRST STAGE
by Kelsey Lawler - November 22, 2021

'Isn't there anyone who knows what Christmas is all about?' Sure, Charlie Brown, I can tell you what Christmas is all about: families making memories together, talking about what the holiday season means to them, and showing those on the sidelines a little love, care, and attention. If your holiday ...

BWW Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS Kills It at SKYLIGHT MUSIC THEATRE
by Kelsey Lawler - November 21, 2021

An unconventional holiday treat is on stage at Milwaukee's Skylight Music Theatre through January 2nd. Directed by Michael Unger (his first since taking the reins as Artistic Director), Little Shop of Horrors may not tee up glad tidings of comfort and cheer, but a show this fun is equal to the festi...

BWW Review: STEEL MAGNOLIAS Brings Laughter Through Tears to the MILWAUKEE REP
by Kelsey Lawler - November 15, 2021

This show strikes a perfect emotional balance that steals your heart and splits your sides....

BWW Review: DAD'S SEASON TICKETS is a Love Letter to Packer Nation at the MILWAUKEE REP
by Kelsey Lawler - November 02, 2021

At the intersection of Packer fandom, Wisconsin pride, and musical theater lies Dad’s Season Tickets....

BWW Review: Surprising & Surreal WINK is a Winner
by Kelsey Lawler - October 31, 2021

Going blindly into The Constructivists' Wink was the right choice. I'd read the brief synopsis, but that only claws at the surface of what this refreshingly absurd, surrealist dark comedy is all about....

BWW Review: Skylight's THE FULL MONTY is a Cheeky Delight
by Kelsey Lawler - October 05, 2021

It takes big-time guts to bare your butt cheeks on stage, and these guys bare more than that. The good vibes -- and a good laugh -- are just the palette cleanse we all need after the year-and-a-half we’ve had....

BWW Review: A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM: THE LOVERS' TALE Casts a Spell this Milwaukee Summer
by Kelsey Lawler - August 09, 2021

Midsummer makes smiles and laughter easy. It’s at once classic, escapist, and comforting—just what we need from the theater on what we hope is the heels of a pandemic. It’s exciting to think that this mobile production will bring Shakespeare to so many corners of Milwaukee. ...

BWW Review: 5 Reasons to Mask Up & See FIRST LADY OF SONG
by Kelsey Lawler - May 07, 2021

A scintillating, scatting, sensational return to live theater -- who could ask for anything more? The Milwaukee Rep delivers a heaping portion of the good stuff in the triumphant 'First Lady of Song,' a concert salute to America’s favorite jazz singer, Ella Fitzgerald....