Upcoming Events
Strangelander
Sponsored by Classic Cargo Intl., Inc. Middle-Western, Indie Music at the Downtown SM (11th and Milwaukee Ave.). Free. Open to the public. Bring a lawnchair or grab a picnic table. Weather permitting. Strangelander generated a buzz in Milwaukee and beyond due largely to the phenomenal talent of singer Amanda Huff. The group is the brainchild of Steve Peplin (guitarist, vocalist, primary composer) who selected a cast of veteran musicians including keyboardist David Wake (De La Buena), tenor saxman/flautist Aaron Gardner…
Find out more »the Magnificents from Dead Man’s Carnival
Sponsored by Classic Cargo Intl., Inc. Rockabilly Swing at the Downtown SM (11th and Milwaukee Ave.). Free. Open to the public. Bring a lawnchair or grab a picnic table. Weather permitting. The Magnificents are Milwaukee’s champions of turn of the century American roots music. Maintaining the delicate balance of sounding authentically vintage while still commanding a sense of urgency.
Find out more »The Dave Miller Band
Sponsored by Classic Cargo Intl., Inc. a Fundraiser for the SM Firehouse at the SM Firehouse Heritage Days spaghetti dinner The Dave Miller Band provides a high energy eclectic repertoire from Blues-Rock fusion to Jazz and Blues. The members of the band are David J. Miller (harmonicist, vocalist, and guitarist), Bill Martin (lead guitarist), Hal Miller (bassist), and Andrew Wilson (drummer). Tickets at the door.
Find out more »Reverend Raven & the Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys featuring Westside Andy
Sponsored by Classic Cargo Intl., Inc. Chicago Blues at the Downtown SM (11th and Milwaukee Ave.). Free. Open to the public. Bring a lawnchair or grab a picnic table. Weather permitting. Born and raised in the Englewood neighborhood on south side of Chicago, the Reverend has been playing the blues since 1971 when he first saw Freddy King play at the Kinetic Theatre in Chicago. After 16 year hitch in the Navy, Chief Raven moved to Milwaukee where he began…
Find out more »ARTRAGEOUS
THE INTERACTIVE ART & MUSIC EXPERIENCE Imagine an artist creating a masterpiece before your eyes in mere moments. With a palette that also mixes captivating vocals, intricate choreography and exciting audience interaction, Artrageous takes you on a unique visual journey packed with wild inspiration, creativity and fun! The Artrageous troupe of artists, musicians, singers and dancers pay tribute to a variety of art forms, pop icons and musical genres culminating in a gallery of fabulous finished paintings. The result? A…
Find out more »Matt Vee Family & Friends Celebrate the Music of Neil Diamond in I Am. . .He Said
CELEBRATING THE SOUNDS AND ENERGY OF AN AMAZING MUSICAL ICON I Am. . .He Said is a celebration of the music of Neil Diamond, a prolific singer/songwriter who has sold more than 135 million records worldwide and has produced musical hits spanning five decades. I Am. . . He Said stars Matt Vee, nephew of the late 1960s pop star and teen idol Bobby Vee, plus their killer band of talented musicians. They perform Neil Diamond’s hits like Cracklin’ Rosie,…
Find out more »Mark O’Connor Band: Coming Home
PROGRESSIVE BLUEGRASS, COUNTRY AND AMERICANA FEATURING GRAMMY-WINNING MUSICIANS The Grammy-winning Mark O’Connor Band, featuring iconic fiddler Mark O’Connor, puts on an engaging, dynamic show. This performance features compelling arrangements, virtuosic solos and tight vocal harmonies from their debut album Coming Home, nominated for a GRAMMY for best bluegrass. Musician and composer Mark O’Connor is most known for his million-selling composition Appalachia Waltz and was also voted Musician of the Year for six years in a row by the Country Music…
Find out more »Navidad Mexicana Featuring Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles®
AMERICA’S FIRST LADIES OF MARIACHI Navidad Mexicana is a holiday program featuring America’s first all-female mariachi ensemble, Reyna de Los Angeles®. They are a mesmerizing, energetic and powerful group of GRAMMY-nominated musicians who bring a dynamic character and intensity to their performances. Reyna de Los Angeles® brings sensitivity, beauty, warmth and vivacious spirit to the historic art of mariachi. In a musical landscape where songs are often written by men, from male perspectives, Mariachi Reyna de Los Angeles® has blazed…
Find out more »Shaun Boothe: The Unauthorized Biography Series
#liveyourlegacy Creator Shaun Boothe is an award-winning hip hop artist, TEDx motivational speaker and founder of Live Your Legacy Academy. The Unauthorized Biography Series is a critically acclaimed musical project that celebrates the world’s greatest cultural icons such as Martin Luther King Jr., Bruce Lee, Oprah Winfrey, Nelson Mandela, Malala Yousafzai and more. Each chapter captures the legacy of an influential figure in a documentary-style music video utilizing hip hop. Shaun created this series to entertain, inform and awaken the…
Find out more »The Tap Pack
OLD SCHOOL COOL FROM THE NEW KINGS OF SWING The Tap Pack is an elegant, high energy, tap comedy show inspired by the infamous “Rat Pack” which included the famous talents of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. With dazzling performances on stage, dressed in slick suits and equipped with sharp wit, The Tap Pack is a modern twist on the classic “Rat Pack.” They joke, they compete, they croon and they cajole. They infuse tap dance with…
Find out more »Mutts Gone Nuts in Canine Cabaret
Canines and comedy collide From shelters to showbiz, the Mutts Gone Nuts canines unleash havoc and hilarity in an action-packed spectacular featuring talented 4 legged performers. The dogs are sure to steal your heart. . . and then your socks! Long-time comedy duo Scott and Joan Houghton introduced dogs into their act in 2005. Prior to involving dogs, the duo worked with Lee Greenwood in Tennessee and at Dolly Parton’s theaters in Branson, Orlando and Myrtle Beach. The Houghtons attempt…
Find out more »15th Anniversary Variety Show
The vision for the Finale Extravaganza is a celebration, a variety show, a showcase of local talent – a unique and heartfelt performing arts extravaganza created by YOU. Don’t miss this world premiere of community-driven theatre, vaudeville, music and “who-knows-what” curated by you and other, like-minded patrons of the SMPAC community. To see what acts are participating, go online after April 1. Come along for a ride with us and provide your input, ideas and creativity. We’re looking for 10…
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