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Quadracci Powerhouse
January 15 – February 17, 2019
The Midwest Premiere Direct From Broadway
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Stackner Cabaret
January 18 – March 17, 2019
World Premiere Event
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Stiemke Studio
February 13 – March 24, 2019
A New Play By A Leading Voice In American Drama
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Quadracci Powerhouse
March 5 – 31, 2019
American Premiere
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Junk

The Midwest Premiere Direct From Broadway

Immediately following its acclaimed Broadway run at Lincoln Center and featuring one of the largest casts ever on the Quadracci Powerhouse stage, this riveting story is set in the financial world of the 1980s. Inspired by the real junk bond kings of the day, it’s a battleground of titanic egos, where magnates are pitted against workers, lawyers against journalists, and everyone against themselves. Learn More »

“Most Important and Engrossing Drama of the Season”
– Urban Milwaukee

“A Splendid Production”
– Shepherd Express

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River of Song

 
World Premiere Event

From the creators of The Rep’s hit production Back Home Again: On The Road With John Denver comes this exploration of the music and culture of America’s first superhighway, the Mississippi River. Performed by three world-class musicians, including David Lutken (Woody Sez, John Denver), it’s a journey through America’s Heartland you won't want to miss! Learn More »

“Flows with Power and Grace”
– Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

“A Showstopper… Performances Are First-Rate”
– Shepherd Express

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Coming Soon

The Chinese Lady

New Play by a Leading Voice in American Drama

In 1834, Afong Moy was brought from Beijing to America and put on display as the “Chinese Lady.” Inspired by the true story of America’s first female Chinese immigrant, playwright Lloyd Suh unearths hidden history and questions the way we look at ourselves and others. Learn More »

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Videos

Junk Video Trailer

In Rehearsal for Mark Twain's River of Song

First Rehearsal, The Chinese Lady

Audiences React to Junk

In The News

Join Us For Our 2019/20 Season Announcement!

Join Us For Our
Season Announcement!

The announcement of our 2019/20 Season is just a few short weeks away. We can’t wait to share the lineup with you. But in the meantime here is a hint of what’s to come:
» A major revival of one of the most powerful and beloved musicals of all time
» A favorite comedy returns in the Quadracci Powerhouse
» A World Premiere Event in the Stackner Cabaret

Really there is something for everyone! Join us on Mon. Feb. 4, 7pm in the Quadracci Powerhouse to find out the season. Reservations required – E-mail celebration@milwaukeerep.com by Jan. 28.

River of Song Casting Announced

Casting Announced for World Premiere Production River of Song

Three amazing musician/actors have been cast in The Rep’s World Premiere Production of Mark Twain’s River of Song. Harvy Blanks (Jitney, Broadway), David Lutken (Woody Sez and Back Home Again: On the Road with John Denver, Milwaukee Rep) and Spiff Wiegand (Indecent) will perform music of the Mississippi River including Bluegrass, Folk and the Blues. This production, specifically written for Stackner audiences, begins performances Jan. 18.
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Repartee

Join Us For One Of The
Most Anticipated Events of the Year

Enjoy an intimate evening of food, drink and exclusive entertainment in celebration of the newly renovated Stackner.

Scheduled to perform:
Deborah Staples (Emcee), N’Jameh Camara, Matt Daniels, DiMonte Henning, Justin Huen, Charles McClain, James Pickering and Tami Workentin.

Tickets are now on sale and deadline to purchase is Mon. Jan. 21.

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Stackner Cabaret Grand Re-Opening
Performances Now Underway

After 31 years of performances, 20 months of planning, 16 weeks of renovations and 1.75 million dollars later, our Stackner Cabaret is complete and ready to open. Complete with capacity, new seats and tables, kitchen and outdoor bar patio, you won't want to leave after the performance!
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Check out our new menu and make your reservations today.

Power and Money Series

Many of the plays in Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s 2018/19 Season explore the relationship between Power & Money – how do power and money shape one another, and how do these forces shape individuals, communities, and society? Join us as we dive deeper into the relationship between Power & Money for a season-long conversation focusing on six of the plays in our season.

• Mon Jan 28, 5:30-7pm - Power & Money & Response & Resistance
• Fri Feb 22, approx. 9:30-10:00pm - Power & Money & Sideshows
• Mon Feb 25, 5:30-7:30pm - Power & Money & Dumplings & Dialogue
• Tue March 12, approx. 9:00-9:30pm - Power & Money & Orientalism

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Non-Equity Milwaukee General Auditions

The 2019 Non-Equity Milwaukee General Auditions will take place on Monday, January 21st, 2019, from 8:45am to 6:00pm, at Milwaukee Repertory Theater. This is a locals only audition – only adult-aged, Milwaukee-based, non-union professional actors who do not require assistance with travel and housing should attend.

Learn more about the process and download the lottery form on the Non-Equity General Auditions page.