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MPAC Presents
March 22 - March 23

Shrek - The Musical

“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek…” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue.
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Milwaukee Ballet Presents
April 4 - April 7

Cinderella

The classic journey from servant to princess is given new life in Michael Pink’s interpretation of this family-friendly tale.
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First Stage Presents
April 6 - May 5

DIARY OF A WIMPY KID THE MUSICAL

Based on the bestselling book series, grab your hall pass for an adventure familiar to anyone who survived middle school with this hilarious and heartfelt musical.
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MPAC Presents
April 6 at 7:30 PM

Paul Mecurio's Permission to Speak

PERMISSION TO SPEAK features hilarious and jaw-dropping stories from audience members alongside Emmy and Peabody Award-winning comedian/actor Paul Mecurio.
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MPAC Presents
April 11 at 7:30 PM

MOMIX: ALICE

Seamlessly blending illusion, acrobatics, magic, and whimsy, MOMIX sends audiences flying down the rabbit hole in Moses Pendleton’s newest creation, ALICE, inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic Alice in Wonderland.
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Rocklands Entertainment Inc. Presents
April 12 at 7:00 PM

Direct from Las Vegas: Four by Four

From the creators of “Oh What A Night”… An exciting tribute to the music of THE BEACH BOYS, THE BEATLES. THE BEE GEES, and MOTOWN
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MPAC Presents
April 18 - April 20

Spamilton: An American Parody

A side-splitting new musical parody with everyone’s favorite Broadway blockbusters, including celebrity satires, pop culture zings accompanied with hip-hop on the piano!
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Florentine Opera Presents
April 19 - April 21

Bronzeville Bohème

Experience this beautiful powerhouse opera, now set in Milwaukee’s 1940s Bronzeville. Luxuriate in the lush movie music and an all-star cast telling this double love story and bromance. Original sets and artwork will bring Bronzeville alive for all of us to celebrate.

Inspiring Performances

From Broadway to ballet, you can always count on something exciting happening at the Marcus Center.

Interactive Experiences

Get up from your seat and experience hands-on workshops and interactive discussions.

Impactful Events

Annual celebrations, student experiences, and family events bring the whole community together.


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Subscribing allows you to save on tickets and grab the best seats in the house. Subscription packages for the 2024/25 season will be announced on March 25!

Johnson Financial Group Broadway Series

See the best of Broadway and world-class talent right here in Milwaukee.

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MPAC Presents Dance

We believe in dance legend Alvin Ailey’s idea that dance is for everybody. Enjoy exciting moments and dance excellence from the U.S. and around the world.

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MPAC Presents Jazz

From established icons to emerging stars, MPAC Jazz curates the finest jazz experiences for our community.

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Build Your Own

Select 3 or more shows and build your own series for savings and flexibility! The BYO package is available for all MPAC Presents shows.

*BYO is not available for Broadway.

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ENGAGE WITH YOUR COMMUNITY AND LEARN FROM ARTISTS.

Soul-stirring events where everyone is invited to celebrate cultural heroes, connect with their community, and create alongside their favorite artists.

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Matinees

Bring the arts to life with a special daytime performance.

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Annual & Community Events

Coming together to celebrate cultural heroes and building community.

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Educational Experiences

Interactive learning experiences for students and adults.

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NOT SURE WHERE TO START?

There’s a lot going on at the Marcus Center, and we’re here to make it easy to find the right show. Start here:

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Browse by series or by date—there’s something for everyone.

Plan your visit

Our superhost team is here to welcome you! The Plan Your Visit page has everything you need to know before arriving.

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At the Marcus Performing Arts Center,

WE BELIEVE EVERYONE DESERVES FRONT-ROW MOMENTS.

Moments like

  • Seeing your favorite Broadway show.
  • Joining a standing ovation after a breathtaking performance.
  • Attending a masterclass with a world-class artist.
  • Welcoming your wedding guests for a memory-making day.

That’s why we bring Broadway to Milwaukee. Why we help young artists learn from world-renowned talent. Why we open our beautiful riverside venues for anyone to host their event.

About the Marcus Center

MAKE THE MARCUS CENTER YOUR OWN WITH ONE OF OUR EIGHT

World-Class Venues.

Private Events

Bring your vision to life in a capable and flexible space that impresses and inspires.

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Weddings

Champagne and ivory inside, gardens and greenery outside. Give your big day the sparkle and class it deserves.

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Performances

Music, film, dance, lecture, drama, you name it—we have space for you to showcase and share your art.

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Make a difference in your community.

The Marcus Center is Milwaukee’s home for consistently excellent programming and impactful events that bring our community together. As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, we couldn’t do it without our donors.

Maybe it’s an annual fund donation. Maybe it’s a recurring gift in someone’s honor. Or maybe you’re a business or foundation looking to help us make more front-row moments for our community with a partnership.

Wherever you’re coming from, we deeply value your support.

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Make your mark with an annual fund, estate plan, or one-time gift.

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Sponsor an event

Invest in your community and establish your brand by sponsoring an event or series.

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Attend the BASH

Attend our annual fundraiser to help keep the arts accessible to everyone.

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929 N Water Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
tickets@marcuscenter.org
(414) 273-7206

Phone Line: Monday-Friday / 10 am-4 pm
Ticketing Windows: Monday-Friday / Noon-4 pm
We’re also open one hour prior to most performances.

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123 E State Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202
info@marcuscenter.org
(414) 273-7121

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