What People Are Saying

Past Media Coverage

Women in the Arts

In a December 2018 Shepherd Express special edition, our Executive Director Rachel Sorce was featured.

(Fall 2017) One of the top shows to see in Milwaukee

Violent Femmes drummer/SMHS grad, John Sparrow returns home

An Award-Winning Theatre

SMPAC has been named as a top five Best Theatre in City Voter’s Milwaukee A-List Best Of contest and the tri-city South Shore Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Business Award, receiving customer reviews such as “Great venue with fabulous events for all ages!” “Excellent and diverse touring artist performances showcased in a comfortable, friendly theatre away from the downtown crowds.” “There is not a bad seat in the house.”

"Being a part of the PAC helped me find the love of performing. The PAC has a way of bringing together seemingly different people and creating a family. The PAC has changed my life for the better and I will always be grateful."

— Elizabeth, SMPAC Council high school scholarship recipient

“Through the SMPAC volunteer projects, I now have new musical pals. The energy of the theatre and building is fantastic. I am honored to be on the Council. I am so excited for the 20th Season and can’t wait to see what the next 20 years bring.”

— Carol Rehak, SMPAC Council Secretary, 2024

"The South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center gave me a place of belonging, a place where I made all of my friends, and the place where I experienced the fondest memories of High School. Learning from these amazing people has led me to want to pursue the business side of theatre and continue to share the joys of theatre with future generations just like the staff at the SMPAC has done for me."

— Lia, SMPAC Council high school scholarship recipient

"We so very much enjoy so much of what you choose. We are so happy we discovered SMPAC.”

— Sarah, new patron

“SMPAC has taught me more about leadership, teamwork and patience than I ever could in a classroom.”

— Annie, South Milwaukee High School student

“I learned that having courage requires vulnerability. The second I step on stage, I am open to anyone for judgement.”

— Elizabeth, South Milwaukee High School student

“We truly appreciate the relationship we share and the performances the SMPAC bring to us, as this is something most of our seniors would not have been able to see otherwise.”

— Howard Village Senior Living Center Life Enrichment Director, Jessica

"We are thankful for the SMPAC and all it does to keep the arts alive in our community."

— Donna, Steren McDonald’s

“The South Milwaukee PAC makes a tremendous difference in our community and is a real local treasure. There are few cities our size that can boast such a cultural asset, and its impact on the community is significant.”

— South Milwaukee Alderperson

“I loved relating with my grandson by showing him video of Cirque Alfonse, Timber! being proud to show him a show that is so spectacular from Quebec that came here to our PAC!”

— Bunny, long time subscriber and supporter

"SMPAC was the spark to pursue a drama major in college. It truly became a home and sanctuary for myself and other theatre lovers. Crew has always been my favorite family. I’ll always be grateful to have had the South Milwaukee PAC being a part of my high school career."

— Spencer, SMPAC Council high school scholarship recipient

"I have so much gratitude for the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center staff, as they were critical in helping us plan spaces, communicating our needs to the custodial staff, designing concert posters and helping us advertise this choral festival to a wider audience.”

— Aimee Swanson, SMHS Choir Director Sept. 2024 article in Wisconsin School Musician