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The first thing Christopher Soto acknowledged when they got on stage was that Wisconsin is a swing state and that we need to “fight hard.” A lot of their pieces have anti-authoritarian themes and heavily criticize politics. Punk Aesthetic writing style is also the desire for change in one or a collective’s condition, according to […]

“Will you marry me?” asked a young woman on bended knee to the eccentric but beloved actor, director, producer/executive producer and writer on the Oriental Theater stage. “You never know what will happen,” responded Tommy Wiseau with a toothy smile and a trademarked aha-ha-ha laugh.   During a late-night showing of The Room, Wiseau is […]

INTRODUCTION: The Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s annual Prop and Costume Sale offers a backstage look at the things that turn an empty stage into a magical scene. Terese Radke explored this year’s event. REPORTER PACKAGE: (chatter fades in) (Terese Radke narration) – Tables stacked high with fake flowers, hats and the occasional children’s toy. Walls lined […]

In the first episode of the podcast Weekly Writer, Morissa Young shares memories of her father.

The Bikini Moms — Claire, Gretchen, and Kim — are longtime friends who still return to Crystal Lake to maintain their status as queens of the North Woods, even if they are mothers now. Podcast produced by Katie Wagner.

Beans & Barley1901 North Ave.(414) 278-7878Hours: 8 AM-9 PM Cuisine Type: American Price per entrée: $5 – $10 Attire: Casual/Classy Reservations: No Accepts Credit Cards: Yes Whenever I beeline from my Milwaukee apartment on the Upper East Side to the corner of North Ave. and Oakland Ave., with intentions of getting on the Green Line […]

The most dedicated fans of singer-songwriter Greyson Chance bonded with each other through the internet in middle school, and those friendships are still strong at a show in Chicago nine years later. Jennifer Leu reports.

Sofia Mattson shares her experience at harp camp and why she never wants to go back to Oklahoma.

With Madison’s Comedy on State and Chicago’s Second City both less than two hours away, Milwaukee is not exactly seen as an epicenter for stand-up comedy. However, a few local comics as well as some up-and-comers are making a unique comedy scene, right here in the Cream City. Katie Wagner reports.