Pre-Performance Talks
Learn and explore opera with us
We offer opportunities for opera-goers and first-timers for each mainstage production to engage in conversations with stage directors, professors, dramaturgs/historians, music and theatre lovers, and intellects in an intimate setting.
Pre-Opera Talks
Similar to our Versed series, our Pre-Opera Talks are a popular audience experience before each mainstage performance held at Uihlein Hall or Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall at Marcus Performing Arts Center. Pre-opera talks are only available to ticket holders.
Upcoming:
Out-of-Town Options
Some fantastic hotel options include:
Venues, Menus & Parking
MARCUS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Marcus Performing Arts Center houses Uihlein Hall (the largest hall) and Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall (smaller hall); we perform in both. If attending a show at Uihlein Hall, please use the main entrance on Water Street. For Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, walk towards the river and turn left when coming from the parking garage. You’ll see the theater entrance on the side facing the river.
SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Join us at Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts (30 minutes from downtown).
Performances in the Kuttemperoor Grand Hall. This two-story space, with exposed wood beams and artist Susan Falkman’s floor-to-ceilling hand-carved limestone fireplace titled, Streaming, provides an open, airy environment. The Embrook Rotary Fireside Lounge, with sits at the north end of the Kuttemperoor Grand Hall, offers a comfortable place for a casual meeting and social space.
LUEDERS OPERA CENTER
Join us at our home: the Wayne and Kristine Lueders Opera Center in Riverwest. Our operas are created in this performance space, and our Baumgartner Studio Artists learn, practice and perform here. This historical Cream City brick building is truly part of the neighborhood. Consider grabbing a drink or a bite at one of our favorite haunts after the show!
ST. PAUL’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
In the heart of downtown’s east side, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church was founded in 1838, before Milwaukee was incorporated as a city. Note the gorgeous Tiffany windows and great acoustics.
The Atrium
Located in Shorewood, this unique modern industrial space is an amazing venue for all events. If the weather's nice (thanks Wisconsin) don't miss checking out their rooftop garden!
Milwaukee Historical Society
Founded in 1935, as a bank, this iconic location celebrates Milwaukee in all forms!
Turner Hall Ballroom
Turner Hall Ballroom is one of Milwaukee's beloved historic venues and holds performances for all ages, types and cultures.
Pitman Theater at Alverno College
Pitman Theater at Alverno College was built in 1953. The theater is known for its performing arts events and other stage shows.
