As one of just 24 venues nationwide to participate in Broadway Bridges, MPAC’s new program will provide intensive Broadway experiences for high school students

MILWAUKEE (October 15, 2024) – In conjunction with The Broadway League and Broadway Across America, the Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is proud to announce Broadway Bridges Milwaukee, providing hands-on intensive Broadway experiences for students from Milwaukee high schools.

Broadway Bridges On The Road is a new initiative from The Broadway League aimed at expanding access to Broadway touring performances for high school students nationwide. Building on the success of its New York City counterpart, Broadway Bridges Milwaukee provides an opportunity for local high school students to participate in a masterclass taught by a cast member, complimentary tickets to Equity productions, and a post-show Q&A.

Students from MPAC partner schools – Milwaukee High School of the Arts, Ronald Reagan High School, Riverside University High School, and St. Augustine Preparatory Academy – will attend this new program throughout the 2024/25 season.

“Broadway Bridges Milwaukee provides an incredible opportunity for our local high school students to not only experience the magic of Broadway but also to engage directly with the artists and creators behind these world-class productions,” said John Hassig, MPAC Director of Programming & Education. “Our goal is to inspire the next generation of arts lovers and provide meaningful, hands-on experiences that deepen their connection to the performing arts.”

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