Milwaukee's Live Theater
Milwaukee's Live Theater is a book I had the pleasure of writing about the rich and unique theatrical history in Milwaukee, WI. Theater in Milwaukee? Who knew. But it's there and better than anyone would ever let on because of some humble Midwestern attitudes.
I've had the great fortune of working in the professional theater as a producer, director and actor. Much of my work has been done in Milwaukee, WI. People are sometimes surprised by Milwaukee's outstanding theater scene. That was a big reason I decided to write a book about it. Check out my book Milwaukee's Live Theater and you'll learn about all that's been done, is happening, and is to come in the richly unique Milwaukee theater community. And thanks in advance...I'm always grateful for a sale, and I'll be sure to write you a handwritten note when your book ships to you.
Milwaukee’s live theater scene is the sum of several exciting parts. For many, Milwaukee live theater means world-class productions done by resident actors at one of the nation’s leading regional theaters. For others, it has been defined by the machinations of a respected experimental theater troupe that traveled throughout Europe in the 1980s and was once honored with an Obie Award. There was a time when Milwaukee live theater meant a big top arena where some of the biggest stars of American musical theater frolicked and played for local audiences. Audiences in Milwaukee have enjoyed the classics, new plays, and contemporary hits performed by never-say-die producers who boast personalities larger than the stages their companies play upon. The Milwaukee theater style is not fussy or overblown. It is informed by a thrilling past, buoyant future, unsurpassed community support, and unfailing devotion to solid midwestern work ethics channeled into artistic innovation. Simply put, Milwaukee’s live theater scene is the best-kept artistic secret in the United States.