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Spotlight on First Stage Theater, Not Just for Kiddos

Adam RoganJuly 7, 2019

Through intentional script and acting choices, an inclusive and accepting mindset, the purpose of Milwaukee's second-largest theater company is clear: helping young people achieve their potential....

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“Big River” Boils Down Huckleberry Finn While Losing None of Its Heft

Matt HrodeyMarch 18, 2019

First Stage has turned a great American novel into a compelling all-ages play. ...

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Musical Review: ‘Matilda’ Makes it in Milwaukee

Adam RoganJanuary 16, 2019

A lot of pieces needed to come together for First Stage to make one of Roald Dahl's opuses work on stage. They did come together....

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Culture Calendar: January 2016

Claire HananJanuary 7, 2016

Our picks for January's best events, including First Stage, Riverwest Fem Fest, the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Alverno Presents, Milwaukee Ballet, Renaissance Theaterworks, and Milwaukee Record's Local Coverage....

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‘Big Nate,’ ‘Come Back’ and the MSO

Paul KosidowskiFebruary 27, 2015

Plus more in the Friday Five for Feb. 27. ...

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