Although I thought the play Circle Mirror Transformation was done poorly, I loved the theater…read more Intimate, the audience on three sides, there isn't a bad seat in the house. Acoustics are good and the lighting excellent. As for Circle, the casting was ludicrous, especially the younger women who didn't fit their roles at all. Their performances were less than high school level. They played into over-acting, exaggerating every facial expression and movement. It was embarrassing. This play's staging is all about mirror placement. The audience should be able to see the reactive expressions of the actors from different angles. This director placed one mirror at the back of the stage, barely reflecting the audience. What the heck was that? It served no purpose. I understand the Next Act Theater has a low budget, but hire actors who look the part of the characters they play. There are hundreds of wonderful theatrical artists in the Milwaukee area who would give anything for one of these parts. There is no excuse. All that being said, the Next Act Theater is still a fantastic venue to see a production, most are much better than this version of Circle Mirror Transformation, an Obie award winning play.

Milwaukee's theater scene is really strong, but don't sleep on this small powerhouse of a theater,…read moreNext Act Theatre! I loved my subscriptions in 2021, 2022, and can always count on Next Act to give me a play that makes me think, laugh, question society through the lens of a new play written in a Shakespearean style or through a multicultural lens. So far in 2023 I've enjoyed Agatha Christie's "The Mousetrap" the West End's longest running play, and am looking forward to another in 2024! The art in the lobby is curated to reflect the current play, as well! Seats are easy to purchase online or by phone, and there's even an audio service during performances for the hard of hearing. Next Act supports the best in acting talent in the Milwaukee area, great playwrights and I recommend you check them out!

Wonderful, intimate theater in Hartland. Many great shows and much variety. High level of talent…read moretoo, esp for a small theater in a suburban location, Don't miss out on this gem!

Have been here many times. They offer a wide selection of musical productions. Many are terrific,…read moreand some are just okay. Some of this is likely due to my personal tastes, and others come across as a bit tired. I personally like the cabaret seating and the chance to sit with another new couple to strike up a refreshing conversation. The option to get drinks, dinner, and/or dessert is a nice feature too. Always look forward to a night out at the Rep's Stackner Cabaret.

Before going to see Million Dollar Quartet we had dinner at the Stackner Cabaret. The food was…read morevery good but if you are going for ambiance, find somewhere else. The tables are off to the side of the large hall, at the top of the escalators, and are close to other diners. The good points are that the pricing is appropriate, the menu varied; you can choose the Prix Fixe meal for a set price. But reservations are required so plan ahead. We had various dishes: Chicken Piccata, Buttermilk Fried Chicken Cobb Salad, Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich, Side Caesar Salad with Chicken, and a Chicken Veg Soup with Orzo. Each of us enjoyed our meals fully and the servings were not too big but definitely filled us up. There are many restaurants in the theater district, but for convenience this one is hard to beat.

The Warner Grand Theater is beautiful! I've attended two holiday pops concerts here as while as a…read moremovie night where MSO played the score. I've sat in the balcony and in the orchestra, there are no bad seats. Speaking of seats, they are quite a bit roomier than you would think! There are bars on all the floors and plenty of bathrooms. The lobby area has floor to ceiling windows allowing for lots of natural light to shine through. We are so lucky to have such a beautiful theatre and wonderful orchestra in Milwaukee.

First time here to see a concert, Keb Mo and Shawn Colvin…read more The theater is breathtaking. They have done such an incredible with the restoration. The inside is excellent. The stage, the audience seats, balconies, all wonderful. There was great attention to all the details. We had great seats, Orchestra, 3rd row center. Great sight line to the stage. The lighting was very good. Our issue was with the sound. Not sure if it was the location (too close), the acoustics of the room, or the mixing, but for us the sound was muddled. I think next time we will try to get a spot further back. The lobby area is quite comfortable. And the adjoining lobby the east allows for gathering or special events. The entire place is a GEM. Looking forward to our next visit.

This past weekend, my fiancee and I were able to take in a production--Hatter's Madness--held at…read morethe Brumder Mansion. It was such fun!! There was a "tea" before the show; everything was tasty and it was nice to settle in and warm up. The tea smoothly transitioned into Theater Merriment, largely because of the play's content. An original play/production spearheaded by Amanda Hull, Hatter's Madness was a sequel of sorts to Alice in Wonderland/Through the Looking Glass. All the performers did exceptionally; the setting, costumes and script were spot on. It was funny and family-friendly. I'm so glad we went!

First stage does a great job hosting shows for children. I bring my nephews every year, and I don't…read moresee that stopping in the future! The space is small, so there truly isn't a bad seat in the house. There is crowd engagement, which is always so fun for the little ones.

Nice set up and the staff very professional. We stopped attending as my daughter was bored with…read moretheir techniques and lost interest. Overall, it was an excellent program, but not what we were expecting

I recently attended the Downer for my first time for the Milwaukee Film Festival. It was a very…read moreretro, classic theater. The space had character and charm. The concession popcorn was so good! I really enjoyed the space and will be coming again for a show!

My movie experience at the Downer Theatre was nothing short of perfect! It felt so good to go back…read morein time for the night. You buy your movie ticket at the outside ticket booth & right as you enter you're at the concession stands. The popcorn was yummy and the staff was friendly and helpful. The bathrooms were cute and clean- even offered free sanitary pads and tampons! The movie seats were comfy and the theaters had the most ornate details. Highly recommended.

This is a classic small cinema, with one level, old school chairs and a small lobby. They play some…read moremovie classics, which is what brought me there, a screening of Purple Rain. They offer pizza and adult drinks. Their popcorn is actually quite good. The pizza is adequate, but it took forever to be ready. They do have on site parking, which is useful. The staff members we interacted with were polite. Overall, I enjoyed my visit there.

This is an adorable, smaller cinema that plays a lot of older and local films. It really is a…read morehidden gem of the city. It's a bit of an older cinema, so expect that going in but it's really worth supporting such a great place for the community. I have seen numerous films here and every time it makes me feel like I'm a kid again going to the cinema with my family. The popcorn here is really good too-They use real butter!