JUNE 2006 - Arts & Entertainment

Complete address of sites is listed with first mention. Area codes of phone numbers are 414 unless shown otherwise. Please confirm events when possible; listings are subject to change.

AIDA, through June 3; Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St. Florentine Opera Company presents one of opera’s most revered classics. 273-7206.

SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL, through June 11; Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Presented by First Stage Children’s Theater. 273-7206.

YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN, through June 11; Walker’s Point Center for the Arts, 911 W. National Ave. 444-2316.

MURDER AT THE HOWARD JOHNSON’S, through June 17; Sunset Playhouse, 800 Elm Grove Rd., Elm Grove. Screwball comedy as Arlene tries to “off” her husband with help form her lover. 262-782-4430.

MAN OF LA MANCHA, through June 18; Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway. Skylight Opera Theatre presents Don Quixote’s epic tale told with music, romance, comedy and tragedy.

SYMPHONY ON THE SQUARE, Thursdays in June, noon-1 p.m. Cathedral Square Park, Wells & Jefferson Sts. Members of Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra presents a variety of light classical favorites as well as movie themes and patriotic tunes. 291-6010.

JAZZ IN THE PARK, Thursday, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Cathedral Square Park. Features local and national jazz performers on Thursday evenings. Free admission, with food available for purchase. 6/1 (Fell Boyzs), 6/8 (Khalage), 6/15 (The Paul Spencer Band), 6/22 (Reverend Raven and the Chain-Smokin’ Altar Boys), 6/29 (Brian Lynch). 6:30-9 p.m. 271-1417.

STICKS, June 3; UWM Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts, 2419 E. Kenwood Blvd. Present Music presents a percussion fest. 271-0711.

TILLY AND THE WALL WITH DAVID DONDERO: June 5, Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St. 8 p.m. 286-3663.

RIVER RHYTHMS, June 7-Aug. 30, Wednesday evenings; Pere Marquette Park (Old World 3rd St. between State and Kilbourn). Series of free concerts. 6:30-9 p.m. 276-6696.

SUMMER EVENINGS OF MUSIC, June 7, 18; Zelazo Center for the Performing Arts. Chamber Music by the Fine Arts Quartet. 229-4308.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE, June 7, 14, 21, 28; Budweiser Music Pavilion, Wisconsin State Fair Park, 8100 W. Greenfield Ave. Free admission, with music from 6:30-10 p.m. Concessions open at 5:30 p.m. and parking is $3. 266-7000.

KEITH SWEAT, June 8; Potawatomi Bingo Casino, 1721 W. Canal St. 8 p.m. 847-7400, 276-4545.

BLAKE SHELTON, June 9; Potawatomi Bingo Casino. 8 p.m. 847-7400, 276-4545.

FROM RUSSIA WITH LOVE, June 9-11; Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. MSO presents a concert with violinist Joshua Bell. 291-7605.

JIMMY BUFFETT AND THE CORAL REEFER BAND, June 10; Alpine Valley Music Theatre, East Troy, Wis. 276-4545.

THE DREAMSICLES, June 10; Cedarburg Cultural Center, W62 N546 Washington Ave., Cedarburg. Two voices and a guitar, love songs for grown ups, songs that describe the roller coaster ride of finding love again later in life. 8 p.m. 262-375-3676.

DISCOVERING A VIRTUOSO, June 11-13; Wisconsin Conservatory of Music, 1584 N. Prospect Ave., and Schwan Hall of Wisconsin Lutheran College, 8815 W. Wisconsin Ave. Seventh National Piano Concerto & Solo Competition sponsored by PianoArts of Wisconsin. Semifinal recitals from 6 p.m.-10 p.m. June 11 and noon-5:30 p.m. June 12 at Wisconsin Conservatory of Music. Final round and awards concert, also featuring 1999 and 2005 winners, at 8 p.m. in Schwan Hall of Wisconsin Lutheran College. 443-8802.

BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN, June 14; Bradley Center, 1001 N. 4th St. 276-4545.

DWIGHT YOAKAM, June 14; Pabst Theater. 8 p.m. 286-3663.

BRIAN LITTRELL, June 15; Pabst Theater. 7:30 p.m. 286-3663.

MADELEINE PEYROUX: June 16, Pabst Theater. 8 p.m. 286-3663.

RAY SCOTT: June 16, Wisconsin State Fair Park, 8100 W. Greenfield Ave.

EVITA:, June 16-25; Shorewood High School Auditorium, 1701 E. Capitol Dr., Shorewood. Presented by Shorewood Players. 964-2096.

FOUR GUYZ IN DINNER JACKETS, June 16-18, 22-25, 28-30 (runs through July 16); Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St. Soaring vocals fuel this journey back to the days of dances at the gym and snuggling at the drive-in. 276-4545, 273-7206.

JOAN JETT AND THE BLACKHEARTS, June 17; Marcus Amphitheater. 276-4545.

MIDWEST VOCAL EXPRESS BARBERSHOP CHORUS, June 17; South Milwaukee PAC,, 801 15th Ave., South Milwaukee. Midwest Vocal Express, Realtime and Magnum perform at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. 766-5048.

SYMPHONY ON THE SQUARE, Thursdays in June, noon-1 p.m. Cathedral Square Park, Wells & Jefferson Sts. Members of Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra presents a variety of light classical favorites as well as movie themes and patriotic tunes. 291-6010.

LIVE AT THE CENTER, June 20-Aug. 15, Tuesday noon and evenings; Peck Pavilion, Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N. Water St. Variety of musical entertainment, most events free. 273-7206.

AMERICAN CELEBRATION, June 22; Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra showcases American composers in benefit for city’s United Performing Arts Fund. 8 p.m. 291-7605.

STAR BANGERS, June 22; Potawatomi Bingo Casino. 847-7400, 276-4545.

MASON JENNINGS, June 23; Pabst Theater. 8 p.m. 286-3663.

RICK WAKEMAN, DARYL STUERMER, June 24; Pabst Theater. 8 p.m. 286-3663.

STARRY NIGHTS, June 24 (series runs through Aug. 12); Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, 19805 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield. Free, outdoor concert series. Bring lawn chairs and blankets, food and beverages are available for purchase. 6:30 p.m. 262-781-9470.

DARK STAR ORCHESTRA, June 25; Shank Hall, 1434 N. Farwell Ave. 276-7288, 276-4545.

PEARL JAM, TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS, June 29-30; Marcus Amphitheater, south end of Maier Festival Park (Summerfest grounds). Summerfest concert. 276-4545.

THEATER

REMEMBER ME, through July 1; Broadway Baby Dinner Theatre, 5132 W. Mill Rd. 358-2020

EXHIBITS

MISS ANNIE MAE’S HATS, through June 4; Milwaukee County Historical Center, 910 N. Old World 3rd St. Church hats from the Black community.

LOST IN YONKERS, June 9-25; Margaret Brate Bryant Civic Theatre Building, 264 W. Main St., Waukesha. Waukesha Civic Theatre presents Neil Simon’s dark comedy about an emotionally cropped family. 8 p.m. June 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24; 2 p.m. June 11, 24 & 25; 4 p.m. June 17 and 7 p.m. June 18. 262-547-0708.

THE SUM OF US, through June 10; Milwaukee Gay Arts Center, 703 S. 2nd St. Gay arts Center’s Uncommon Theatre presents David Stevens’ drama. 8 p.m. 383-3727.

EIGHT DAYS A WEEK, through June 11; Pabst Mansion, 2000 W. Wisconsin Ave. An exhibit detailing the hard work and long hours involved with being a servant in the Victorian era. 931-0808.

BEADED BAGS: MINIATURE MOSAICS AT HAND, through June 18; Villa Terrace Decorative Arts Museum, 2220 N. Terrace Ave. Showcases the detail and variety in beaded handbags from the 19th and 20th centuries. 271-3656.

DON’T TELL ME I CAN’T FLY: FOLKTALES BY DELLA WELLS, through July 9; Charles Allis Art Museum, 1801 N. Prospect Ave. Self-taught artist lets her background in sociology, African-American studies and Women’s studies influence and inspire her artwork. 278-8295.

MASTERS OF AMERICAN COMICS, through Aug. 13; Milwaukee Art Museum. Exhibit examines the development of comic strips and books from their genesis at the beginning of the 20th century to the present. 224-3200

GERICAULT TO CEZANNE: NINETEENTH-CENTURY FRENCH PRINTS, through Sept. 3; Milwaukee Art Museum. Presents a host of themes, styles and techniques that characterize the trends of nineteenth-century printmaking in France. 224-3243.

EXPEDITION: DINOSAUR, through Sept. 4; Milwaukee County Zoo. Back by popular demand, 26 life-size prehistoric creatures inhabit the outdoors, amazing visitors with their roars and realistic movements. (Separate admission fee). 256-5412.

PAPER TRAIL: PRINTS FROM THE CHIPSTONE COLLECTION, through Sept. 10; Milwaukee Art Museum. Uses Chipstone’s collection as the basis for exploring how the North American colonies and the new United States were presented and invented in print media. 224-3200.

SONGS OF KOREA, through Sept. 10; Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, 929 E. Wisconsin Ave. Interactive exhibit for children teaching about life in South Korea. 390-5437.

ANGEL CALLANAUPA: Legacy of the Incas, June 16-Sept. 1; Latino Arts Gallery, 1028 S. 9th St. Opening Reception: Friday, June 16, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Through his vividly painted scenes of village life and traditionally crafted weavings, Callañaupa captures the colors and motifs used by his Inca ancestors. The Peruvian village of Chinchero is home to a revival of ancient textile-making techniques fostered by his sister, Nilda Callañaupa. Concerned about the disappearance of traditional weaving practices, Nilda has fostered a renewed interest and pride in quality craftsmanship and now serves as Project Coordinator for the Center for Traditional Textiles, based in Cusco, Peru. 84-3100.

COMEDY

COMEDYSPORTZ, 420 S. 1st St. Milwaukee’s longest-running improv comedy show is designed for all ages. Based on audience suggestions. Reservations recommended.
272-8888.

JOAN RIVERS, June 14-15; Potawatomi Bingo Casino. 8 p.m. 847-7400, 276-4545.

BONKERZ COMEDY SERIES, June 3, 10, 17, 24; Potawatomi Bingo Casino. Free shows, with seating on a first-come, first-serve basis, no ticket necessary. 8 & 10 p.m. 847-7400, 276-4545.

DANCE

THROWN, June 9-11 & June 16-18; Danceworks Studio Theater, 1661 N. Water St. Dance choreography inspired by “Physics and the Art of Dance.” Sections are Acceleration, Force, Balance, Momentum, Inertia, and Revolution with music from Dvoark to the Beatles. 277-8480.

SUMMERDANCES, June 16-18; UWM Mainstage Theater, 2400 E. Kenwood Blvd. Dances focus on themes of social justice in performances featuring UW-Milwaukee students and faculty and guest choreographers. 229-4306.

IMAX

All IMAX shows are at the Humphrey IMAX Dome Theater in the Museum Center, 800 W. Wisconsin Ave. Call 414-319-4629 for show times and reservations or visit www.mpm.edu.

Feature IMAX film showing through June 4

HARRY POTTER AND THE GOBLET OF FIRE: THE IMAX EXPERIENCE. Dive into the Triwizard Tournament and Join the Yule Ball, as the film has been digitally re-mastered using the revolutionary IMAX® DMR™ technology with 12,000 watts of digital surround sound.

EVEREST: TRAGEDY & TRIUMPH, through June 26.

THE LIVING SEA, through June 26.

EVEREST, through June 26.

MYSTERY OF THE NILE, through June 26.

VIKINGS: JOURNEY TO NEW WORLDS, through June 26.