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Gulfshore Playhouse Celebrates Grand Unveiling of the Baker Theatre and Education Center
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 25, 2024

On Thursday, October 17, 2024, Gulfshore Playhouse hosted the highly anticipated unveiling of its state-of-the-art Baker Theatre and Education Center.

Photos: Ephraim Sykes, Nikki Renee Daniels, And More Turn Out for Drama League DRAMA AT THE DISCO Benefit
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - Oct 23, 2024

The Drama League recently held its DRAMA AT THE DISCO: A DRAMA LEAGUE BENEFIT.” Check out photos from the event whose guests and performers included Ephraim Sykes, Nichelle Lewis, Nikki Renée Daniels and more.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Hold Black Friday Sale for MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 18, 2022

Milwaukee Repertory Theater is holding special Black Friday Sale starting Friday, November 18 through Friday, November 25 for Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing playing January 10 – February 12, 2023 in the Quadracci Powerhouse. 

TCG Books Presents to Host Conversation with Authors of Classic Russian Drama Series
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 24, 2022

Theatre Communications Group has announced the eighth iteration of TCG Books Presents, featuring Richard Nelson, Richard Pevear, and Larissa Volokhonsky in conversation with Gregory Mosher on YouTube Live, Friday, October 28, 2022 at 1:00pm ET.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Present UNFORGETTBLE: John-Mark McGaha Sings Nat King Cole in the Stackner Cabaret 
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 26, 2022

Milwaukee Rep will present an Artists Lounge Live Production of Unforgettable: John-Mark McGaha Sings Nat King Cole in the Stackner Cabaret September 9 – November 6, 2022.

Cast and Creative Teams Announced for WIFE OF A SALESMAN World Premiere & More at Milwaukee Repertory Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 28, 2022

Milwaukee Repertory Theater has announced the cast and creative teams for the 2022/23 Season show openers in all three venues - Unforgettable: John-Mark McGaha Sings Nat King Cole, Titanic The Musical and Wife of a Salesman.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Present A CHRISTMAS CAROL One Day Sale
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 7, 2022

 Milwaukee Rep will present the popular One Day Sale for Milwaukee’s favorite holiday tradition, A Chrismas Carol on Monday, July 18, 2022.  The One Day Sale offers up to a 25% discount on all tickets.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Present THE COMPASS This July
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2022

Milwaukee Rep will present The Compass by Michael Rohd performed by the 2021/22 Professional Training Institute (PTI) ensemble July 28 – 31, 2022 in the Stiemke Studio at Milwaukee Rep.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater to Hold Auditions for Young Performer Roles for 2022/2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 21, 2022

 Milwaukee Rep is holdng auditions for performers between the ages of 8 - 18 for the 2022/23 Season which includes A Christmas Carol, Titanic The Musical  and the Professional Training Institute (PTI) for teens.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater Cancels Remainder Of TITANIC THE MUSICAL Run Due to Cast Covid-19 Cases
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2022

Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s production of Titanic The Musical scheduled through May 14, 2022 in the Quadracci Powerhouse have been cancelled due to breakthrough cases of COVID-19 amongst the cast. 

Alexandria Woods Wins Third Place at True Colors Next Narrative Monologue Competition In New York City
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 10, 2022

Milwaukee Rep is has sent its congratulations to Alexandria Woods on winning third place in the inaugural True Colors Next Narrative™ Monologue Competition (NNMC) in New York City on May 2, 2022.

Milwaukee Rep Welcomes Jermaine Murry as New Chief Diversity Officer
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 28, 2022

Artistic Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman are welcoming Jermaine Murry to Milwaukee Repertory Theater as Chief Diversity Officer focusing on equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) strategies, engagement and communications.

Milwaukee Rep Announces 2022/23 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 22, 2022

Artistic Director Mark Clements and Executive Director Chad Bauman have announced Milwaukee Repertory Theater's 2022/23 Season with 13 productions across four venues in the Patty & Jay Baker Theater Complex.

Gulfshore Playhouse Raises Record Number Via Immersive Theatrical Experience
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 11, 2022

On March 7, 2022 Gulfshore Playhouse hosted its most successful fundraising event to date, raising $2.5 million. However, this record-breaking achievement did not come from any traditional fundraiser, but from producing a world-class theatrical performance as those produced in their home theatre.

Gulfshore Playhouse Celebrates Groundbreaking On Baker Theatre And Education Center
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 3, 2021

Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples' premier professional theatre, officially celebrated groundbreaking on its long-anticipated state-of-the-art Baker Theatre and Education Center on Wednesday, December 1. This celebration gathered vanguard donors, city officials, and other guests to kick off the next stage of the project with speeches and performances from Broadway star Lora Lee Gayer, Nick Duckart who currently stars in the national tour of “Come From Away,” and music director Michael Hicks. 

United Community Center Named Recipient Of A CHRISTMAS CAROL Families Program At Milwaukee Rep
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2021

Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is a timeless tale of hope and redemption that has been a cornerstone of Milwaukee Repertory Theater for more than 45 years, playing to over 1.5 million people, making it Milwaukee's favorite holiday tradition.  

Naples Players Announce $15 Million Revitalization
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 27, 2021

Plans for the revitalized facility include significant improvements to the existing theaters and the creation of an additional theater designed to anchor the organization's Educational Theatre program, serving students of all ages and abilities.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater Presents A Free Day of Theater, October 2
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 27, 2021

Milwaukee Rep presents the first of its kind Free Day of Theater on Saturday, October 2, 2021 with 10 events at the Patty & Jay Baker Theater Complex. 

Milwaukee Repertory Theater's 2021/22 Season Single Tickets Go on Sale August 16
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2021

Single tickets for Milwaukee Rep's 2021/22 Season go on sale Monday, August 16.  Save 25% using promo code WELCOME when purchasing anytime between August 16-22.

Gulfshore Playhouse Promotes Joel Markus and Sarah Owen
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 16, 2021

Gulfshore Playhouse, Naples' premier professional regional theater, is pleased to announce the promotions of two members of its valued staff. Joel Markus has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer & Managing Director and Sarah Owen has been promoted to Director of Development.