Programs

Teens and adults 13 & older, groups welcome.
Sundays, 4:30 to 6 pm at MPT's Artivity Place
Shops of Grand Avenue, 161 W. Wisconsin. Call 414-347-1685

Original Theatreworks: Available for Touring

Original Theatreworks:
PIECES: In My Own Voice (2012)
FLOW (2011) From the Start (2011)

Healing Arts: EAP Conference Keynote, Pieces and other wellness programs

Healing Arts: Tap the Potential Disability Awareness Month

Educational Workshops & Arts Residencies

Featured Arts Residency: Puppets, Dance at Keefe Ave. School

Special Events & Custom Programs

Artcorps Creative

Cultivating Community through Public Art: Parades, Festivals, more

Milwaukee Public Theatre is one of the area's few professional nonprofit touring companies that increases awareness of current social issues, promotes cultural diversity, and provides healing arts and wellness resources.

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Artists & Performers include:

musicians - classical, jazz, hip hop, pop, world cultures, drummers, Broadway, opera, operetta

dancers - all styles

actors - classical characters, historical impersonators, improv performers

scriptwriters
craft & workshop artists
jewelry makers
face and body painters
dollmakers
caricaturists
chalk artists
muralists
martial artists
flag & fire spinners
puppeteers
fortunetellers
magicians
storytellers
clowns
balloon clowns
mimes
ventriloquists
jugglers
stiltwalkers
designers
costumers

Here’s what people say about Milwaukee Public Theatre:

Please send us YOUR comments by email.

"Great organization that has made MANY people smile, laugh, wonder, think, parade, etc., throughout the years"
~ Margaret Brill

FROM THE START, CONSIDER THE FINISH: 2011

“In a word: Brilliant. One more word: Invaluable. Many, many people should experience this production!!”
~David Peterson, Professor Emeritus, Theatre and Music,UW-Extension and UW-Madison

Audience comments:
“I was totally immersed in the subject and gained an understanding of the wondrous concept and practice of Hospice that I had no prior experience or knowledge of.”

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PIECES-IN MY OWN VOICE: 2011

"I had to write you a note of appreciation. I was just blown away by the performance Pieces. What a wonderful idea! I have been a Licensed Clinical Psychologist for 25years, and have yet to be able to describe mental health in such an illustrative fashion. I especially made it a point to bring my 2 nieces, who understood what ‘auntie does now.’ I also teach classes.....Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!"
~Dr. Ingrid D. Hicks

“I was thinking about the play and how every person can identify with one of the characters. You have brought us closer to erasing stigma, this production should be brought into every school. Knowledge is power and I thank you for educating others through the Arts.”
~Barbara Rodriguez Sorensen

MINO AYAA: 2011
“We are aware that instruction in the arts is much more than just a “fun” experience for our youth.. While preparing for their performances, the youth developed their critical thinking skills, verbal skills, confidence, concentration, teamwork, and much morel In addition, the activities were aerobic in nature and challenged the children physically. Continued participation in the arts will help develop our youth into confident and well-rounded citizens of our Native community. It is for this reason that we whole-heartedly support the Milwaukee Public Theatre.”
~Mark W. Powless, Director, Southeastern Oneida Tribal Services

ALL CITY PEOPLE’S PARADE: 2011
“I enjoyed the parade pageant immensely. The dancers and the costumes were so colorful and vibrant that they were almost mesmerizing. Congratulations on a fantastic job. “
~Norma Ballentine, Safe and Sound

MPT SUMMER INTERNS: 2011
“The summer of 2011 I joined the team of Milwaukee Public Theater, thanks to the wonderful Barbara Leigh. I am now here learning many amazing things. We are currently working on the All Cities Peoples Parade and I love it! We’re making costumes for the dancers, big walking puppets, insects, and many more cool projects to bring this parade alive. I think this is great for local teenage artist or anyone who is interested in the arts.”
~Jecilia Negron, Age 14

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CAMP WE-KAN-TAK-IT: 2010

“My Grandfather served in the CCC during the Great Depression. Kudos to the Milwaukee Public Theatre and Voices Theatre for producing this commemorative cultural event. Also, it is another great example of the work that the MPT does in service to all residents of our community.”
~ Dan Laske

FAQS (Facing Adolescent Questions about Sex): 2010

From Riverside High School Students:
I liked the fact that they used ways which I could relate to.
I like the way the cast made it comfortable that you can understand. I also liked the way they made it comfortable for teens.
From Teachers:
I thought it was well done especially by the teens. Great Job!
Educational, funny, entertaining, creative, (we) were captivated!