From the naturalization ceremony held Oct. 10 in Cooley Auditorium: Becoming an American is a process unlike any other. With tears rolling down these individuals’ and their families’ faces, the room...
On Nov. 23 I was delighted to attend the Pale Waves concert at the Rave/Eagles Club. Finishing up the tour for their new album, “My Mind Makes Noises,” this was their second time in Milwaukee, and...
by Valerie Evans, Times Staff Photographer
• March 19, 2019
Captivating for all ages, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, The Musical” is continuing to play throughout the month of December at the Todd Wehr Theater.
A misguided group of children feel left out...
by Peace Speaks, Times Staff Reporter
• February 14, 2019
First Stage’s first full-length Broadway musical was a delight for all ages to indulge in. Todd Wehr Theater has opened its doors from January 11 - Febuary 24 for the approximately two hours and 40 minutes...
by Tracy Brown, Tribune News Service
• January 24, 2019
The distinct instrumental opening theme of “X-Men: The Animated Series” will always remind me of the excitement and wonder I felt whenever I sat down to watch the show as a kid in the ‘90s.
The...
Courtney Marie Andrews is no stranger to change. Moving from Arizona, where she grew up, to Seattle, she has been touring on the road since she left home at 16 to pursue her singing career.
Despite...
With a glass of red wine in her hand, and swaying to the music, Nicki Bluhm impressed the crowd at Shank Hall with her great vocal range on Nov. 9. Bluhm, who left the group the Gramblers, is debuting...
by Peace Speaks, Times Staff Reporter
• December 19, 2018
On Dec. 1 the National Historic landmark, Turner Hall Ballroom, made way for the award-winning singer-songwriter and performer Raye Zaragoza. On the tail end of a summer-long tour opening for the band...
The musical “In the Heights” is based on the book by Quiara Alegría Hudes, with music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, who also wrote the popular musical, “Hamilton.”
This production of the...
by Gregory Zeller, Times Staff Reporter
• December 13, 2018
Seattle-based band Thunderpussy rocked Milwaukee at the Rave on Oct. 19. The crowd was young, energetic and enthusiastic. I’ve never witnessed a crowd that was so alive and in tune with a band’s music...
by Maribel Guarin, Times Staff Reporter
• December 13, 2018
Pop singer Carlie Hanson graced the Eagles Ballroom with her catchy music and a memorable stage presence to match on Oct. 20.
The La Crosse native, who with Kim Petras served as an opener for Troye Sivan,...
