Milwaukee is fortunate to have a busy and bustling theater scene. This includes not only the local companies, but also several Broadway touring productions at two top venues: the Milwaukee Theatre and the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts.
The venues collaborated a few years ago for an amazing run of "The Lion King."
This coming season, the Wisconsin Center District has another Disney's blockbuster in its lineup of Broadway shows at the Milwaukee Theatre -- Disney's "Beauty and the Beast," the larger-than-life family friendly musical rolls into town as a part of the theater's 2010-11 season, April 15-17, 2011.
"Last year we celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Milwaukee Theatre," said WCD President and CEO Richard Geyer. "This season, we kick off the next 100 years of great entertainment, and we've landed some great shows that offer comedy, music and dancing that will appeal to all ages."
Here is the complete list of shows for the new season:
"Neil Berg's 100 Years of Broadway," Oct. 22. A revue of the last century's biggest musical numbers with the original stars who made them hits. Tickets range from $30 to $35.
"Cirque Dreams Holidaze," Nov. 19-20. A holiday show of acrobats, dancing and winter fun. Tickets range from $25 to $60.
"DRUMline Live," Nov. 26. Inspired by the 2002 movie, "DRUMline Live" brings the time-honored tradition of marching bands to the stage. Tickets range from $28 to $50.
Monty Python's "Spamalot," Dec. 10-11. Tony Award-winning musical spoofs the film favorite "Monty Python and the Holy Grail." Tickets range from $25 to $60.
The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller, Dec. 22-23. This show marks the 25th anniversary of the popular group, led by Chip Davis. Tickets range from $30 to $75.
"Riverdance," Feb. 4-5, 2011. The popular Irish dancing phenomenon returns. Tickets range from $30 to $62.50.
"Disney's Beauty and the Beast," April 15-17, 2011. This classic will dazzle audiences young and old with its magical story and brilliant group numbers. Tickets range from $30 to $62.50.
"Rock of Ages," April 29-May 1, 2011. Tony Award nominee and "American Idol" finalist Constantine Maroulis stars in the Wisconsin premiere of this musical packed with ‘80s hits. Tickets range from $25 to $75.
