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SUMMARY:Summer of Soul 2025: Outdoor Marketplace & Concert Series
DESCRIPTION:Milwaukee’s cherished summer tradition is back—Summer of Soul 2025 brings the rhythm\, flavor\, and soul of the city to the heart of downtown. Ranging from R&B and Latin jazz to funk\, soul\, and hip-hop\, it’s just the start of what makes this event extraordinary. More than a free concert series\, Summer of Soul transforms into a vibrant block party\, featuring a rotating marketplace with local artisans\, makers\, and community vendors\, along with delicious bites from Milwaukee’s top food trucks.  \nEach night\, a curated blend of national and local talent offers audiences a front-row experience to some of the most dynamic performances of the summer. This season’s lineup is headlined by Grammy-winning vocalist Bilal\, iconic hip-hop trio Digable Planets\, genre-bending jazz artist Madison McFerrin\, and Salsa legends Septeto Charambo—with opening acts including Milwaukee favorites Shonn Hinton\, Kid Cut Up\, Grace Weber\, and Gego y Nony.   \n Bring a lawn chair\, grab a bite\, and soak in the sounds beneath the stars. Join us at the Peck Pavilion—where culture meets community\, and every night is a vibe.  \nGeneral Schedule: \n5:00 Grounds Open & DJ set \n7:00 Opening Act \n8:00 Headliner \n10:00 Close \nPerformance Lineup:\nWednesday\, July 2 – BILAL + The Shonn Hinton Experience + Don Black \nWednesday\, July 16 – Digable Planets + KidCutUp \nWednesday\, July 30 – Soul Unplugged Downtown \nWednesday\, August 13 – Madison McFerrin + Grace Weber + DJ Gemini Gilly \nWednesday\, August 27 – Septeto Charambo + Gego y Nony + DJ Kenny Perez \nNo coolers; Alcoholic beverages must be purchased from our licensed vendors. \nThis event is presented by Culture x Design\, an independent organization separate from the Marcus Performing Arts Center.
URL:https://www.marcuscenter.org/event/summer-of-soul-2025/
LOCATION:Peck Pavilion\, 929 N Water St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Presenter
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SUMMARY:WICKED
DESCRIPTION:So much happened before Dorothy dropped in. \nWICKED\, the Broadway sensation\, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle.  Long before Dorothy arrives\, there is another young woman\, born with emerald-green skin—smart\, fiery\, misunderstood\, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular\, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good\,” and the other one “wicked.” \nFrom the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment\, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers is “a complete triumph! An original musical that will make you laugh\, cry\, and think.”  \nBonus Experiences:\nBroadway Buzz: Cocktails to Curtain – a pre-show discussion open to all ticket holders in MPAC’s Anello Atrium every Wednesday from 6:30 – 7:15 PM. Hosted by MPAC’s Vice President of Marketing\, Lory Bowman\, and Critics’ Choice Association member and entertainment journalist\, Ryan Jay\, the discussion will include insights about the shows\, news from Broadway in New York\, and other relevant (and perhaps irrelevant) information to those attending the performance. \nWednesday\, July 30:  6:30 – 7:15PM \nWednesday\, August 6: 6:30 – 7:15PM \nWednesday\, August 13: 6:30 – 7:15PM \nPost-Show Q&A – Join us for a post-show Q&A with some of the cast after the show on Thursday\, August 7 and Thursday\, August 14 following the show on the orchestra level. \n All Show Dates Wednesday\, July 30\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Thursday\, July 31\, 2025 @ 1:00 PM Thursday\, July 31\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Friday\, August 1\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Saturday\, August 2\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM Saturday\, August 2\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Sunday\, August 3\, 2025 @ 1:00 PM Sunday\, August 3\, 2025 @ 6:30 PM Tuesday\, August 5\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Wednesday\, August 6\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Thursday\, August 7\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Friday\, August 8\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Saturday\, August 9\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM Saturday\, August 9\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Sunday\, August 10\, 2025 @ 1:00 PM Sunday\, August 10\, 2025 @ 6:30 PM Tuesday\, August 12\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Wednesday\, August 13\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Thursday\, August 14\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Friday\, August 15\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Saturday\, August 16\, 2025 @ 2:00 PM Saturday\, August 16\, 2025 @ 7:30 PM Sunday\, August 17\, 2025 @ 1:00 PM Sunday\, August 17\, 2025 @ 6:30 PM
URL:https://www.marcuscenter.org/event/wicked/
LOCATION:Uihlein Hall\, 929 N Water St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:24-25 Broadway Series,Johnson Financial Group Broadway Series
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SUMMARY:Community Arts & Funk Festival 15 Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 15th Anniversary of the Community Arts & Funk Festival\, a celebration of artistic expression\, cultural awareness\, and community unity. Set against the backdrop of downtown Milwaukee and hosted by TMJ4’s Andrea Williams\, this family-friendly festival blends live music\, visual art\, and creative entrepreneurship into one unforgettable afternoon.  \nEnjoy a lineup featuring performances from SWITCH\, B. Wyzdom\, and Trace Ellington\, explore local vendors\, take in live art and poetry competitions\, and discover the powerful legacy of funk music.   \nWith the aim to promote ‘Unity in the Community\,’ the Festival will showcase a collection of arts and youth-serving organizations through visual and performing arts\, cultural celebration\, and entertainment. One city under a groove—this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!  \nBonus Content:   \nA Fine Art & Illustration Competition with a $1\,000 “Best in Show” prize and 1st – 3rd Place Awards  \nCommunity Art Mural Design by muralist Ken Brown  \nT-Shirt Design and Heat Transfer press tent by Fruition MKE  \n Schedule of Events  10:45 AM - Youth Dance Performances  11:30 AM – Youth Poetry Slam  12:35 PM – Announcement of Artist Awards  2:30 – 6:30 PM – Live Performances  \n 
URL:https://www.marcuscenter.org/event/community-arts-funk-festival-15-year-anniversary/
LOCATION:Peck Pavilion\, 929 N Water St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
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SUMMARY:Unforgettable by Terrell Edwards
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time to a music-filled evening celebrating the iconic sounds of Nat King Cole\, Louis Armstrong\, Sam Cooke\, The Righteous Brothers\, and more.  \nThe sensational Terrell Edwards\, known for his velvety voice often described as the “perfect blend of Sinatra and Motown\,” brings these legendary jazz and soul artists back to life with his soulful\, seductive voice and clever new renditions of classic American standards. Hailed as “a must-see talent” by Jay Leno\, Terrell’s captivating stage presence has been enchanting audiences around the globe for years with his unique blend of classic jazz\, rhythm and blues\, standards\, and engaging storytelling.  \nJoin Terrell for an “unforgettable” night as he transports you across the decades in an evening filled with timeless music\, special dance sequences choreographed and performed by Jada Davis\, and even a few surprise guests along the way. 
URL:https://www.marcuscenter.org/event/unforgettable-by-terrell-edwards/
LOCATION:Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall\, 121 E State St\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outside Presenter
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