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First Stage Presents
October 3 - November 3

Pete The Cat

Meet Pete. He’s one groovy, guitar-playing cat, who likes his music cool and his coffee sweet. Board the VW bus for a trip around the globe with Pete, Jimmy and friends in this hilarious, toe-tapping musical!
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Florentine Opera Presents
October 18 - October 20

Madama Butterfly

Experience the timeless allure of Puccini's Madama Butterfly, where Japanese traditions collide with American dreams in a poignant tale of love, sacrifice, and cultural clash.
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MPAC Presents
October 19 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
October 24 at 7:30 PM

Marshall Charloff & The Purple Xperience

This electrifying evening with Marshall Charloff & The Purple Xperience is the ultimate tribute to Prince! This is more than a concert; it's a celebration of the creative genius that defined a generation.
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MPAC Presents
October 25 at 7:30 PM

Recycled Percussion

Experience high-energy “junk rock” music as international phenomenon Recycled Percussion takes Milwaukee by storm! Taking percussion to a whole new level, the band brings to the stage an interactive experience filled with comedy, music, thrilling staging, and of course, brilliant drumming.
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Milwaukee Ballet Presents
November 1 - November 3

Casanova

In Milwaukee Ballet's dynamic season opener, follow the passionate and sensual Casanova from his career as an aspiring Venetian priest to his life as a salacious Parisian socialite.
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MPAC Presents
November 9 at 7:30 PM

Eclipse: The Best of Pink Floyd

Go back in time with Eclipse and revisit Pink Floyd's greatest hits! Experience a mind-blowing journey through Pink Floyd’s greatest hits with exceptional musicianship and stunning audio, video, and lighting artistry.
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November 15 - November 16

Nova Linea Contemporary Dance Presents - some wounds never heal

In Nova Linea’s first appearance at the Marcus Performing Arts Center, "some wounds never heal," choreographed by Artistic Director Jared Baker, offers an intimate, raw, and painful exploration of grief.

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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Johnson Financial Group Broadway Series

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

2024/25 subscriptions available!

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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.

2024/25 subscriptions available!

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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 any 3 or more MPAC Presents shows and save 15%.

Packages available!

*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.

Student
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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Finally, an outing that exceeds all your expectations. House lights down, stage lights up: enjoy the show!


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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.

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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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BOX OFFICE

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
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(414) 273-7121

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