Dinner Dialogues
Theater has the power to inspire conversation, challenge assumptions, and bring people together. Dinner Dialogues explore the themes, questions, and ideas inspired by Milwaukee Rep productions through engaging, facilitated discussions that welcome both theatergoers and community members alike.
Exchange perspectives, gain new insights, and connect with others while continuing the conversation beyond the stage. Whether you've seen the production or are simply interested in the topic, you'll find a welcoming space for meaningful dialogue and discovery. Please note that registration for a Dinner Dialogue does not include admission to the associated Milwaukee Rep production.
Upcoming Dinners
Footloose
Sunday, October 18, 5:00pm
Location: Milwaukee Rep’s Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center
Cost: $30 per person, excludes Footloose show ticket
Teen Voices Instigating Change
Throughout history, young people have been at the forefront of social change. Explore the role of youth advocacy, the power of being heard, and why teen voices continue to shape conversations and communities. Consider how we can better support and empower the next generation of leaders.
Instructions for a Séance
Sunday, November 8, 4:30pm
Location: Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center
Cost: $30 per person, excludes Séance show ticket
Belief Systems
What shapes what we believe? Explore the influences of faith, science, tradition, and personal experience as we examine how beliefs are formed, challenged, and strengthened. Consider the balance between holding convictions and remaining open to new perspectives.
Heist
Sunday, December 13, 5:00pm
Location: Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center
Cost: $30 per person, excludes Heist show ticket
Build Your Dream Heist Crew
Inspired by the twists and turns of Heist, this interactive Dinner Dialogue puts you in the driver's seat. Assemble your ideal team, navigate unexpected challenges, and make decisions that could lead to success—or spectacular failure. Explore how trust, teamwork, and risk influence every great plan.
John Proctor is the Villain
Sunday, January 31, 5:00pm
Location: Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center
Cost: $30 per person, excludes John Proctor show ticket
False Idols & Heroes
How do we decide who deserves our admiration? Explore the heroes we celebrate, the stories we inherit, and what happens when those narratives are challenged. Consider the difference between inspiration, influence, and idolization in today's world.
Twelve Angry Men
Sunday, February 21, 5:00pm
Location: Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center
Cost: $30 per person, excludes Twelve Angry Men show ticket
Mock Trial
Step into the jury room and put your decision-making skills to the test. Examine evidence, debate differing viewpoints, and consider how bias and personal experience influence the conclusions we reach. Explore the challenges of justice, responsibility, and collective decision-making.
The Cherry Tortured
Sunday, March 21, 5:00pm
Location: Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center
Cost: $30 per person, excludes The Cherry Tortured show ticket
Generational Legacy & Trauma
What do we inherit from the generations that came before us? Explore how family history, cultural traditions, and lived experiences shape our identities and perspectives. Consider what we carry forward, what we leave behind, and how we define our own legacy.
Somewhere
Sunday, May 2, 5:00pm
Location: Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center
Cost: $30 per person, excludes Somewhere show ticket
The Impact of Urban Renewal
As cities evolve, who benefits and who is left behind? Explore how redevelopment shapes neighborhoods, housing, and community identity while considering what is gained, lost, or transformed in the process. Examine the relationship between progress, belonging, and the communities we call home.