Milwaukee's jewel box, The Pabst Theater, was built in 1895 and was designed by architect Otto Strack in the tradition of the great European opera houses. Its opulent Baroque interior includes an Austrian crystal chandelier, a staircase crafted from white Italian Carrara marble, and a proscenium arch - highlighted in gold leaf - framing the stage. The Rep stages Milwaukee’s longest running, and the Nation’s 2nd, longest annual production of A CHRISTMAS CAROL November through December. A family tradition, each performance brings a refreshing and everlasting spirit of the holidays to both young and old.