About Theatre Festival
MHSA's Theatre Department is proud to present the First Annual Theatre Festival. Enjoy two evenings of performances from every level of our department. You can purchase tickets for individual performances OR, get more bang for your buck and opt for a 1 or 2 day pass! With these passes, you get access to ALL the shows for that day! Please see the chart below for a list of show times and locations.
| Show | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
Level 1 - “Law & Order: Special Fables Unit" Created by the Level 1 class, this original play puts the Big Bad Wolf on trial for crimes against the Fairy Tale community. Will he be found guilt or innocent? ALL AGES | 5-2-23 | 4:00pm | Black Box |
“Voices” Directed by Henry Mathias Since her child's death, a young couple's tragic loss has all but destroyed their relationship. They try to rebuild their mutual trust, but the wife hears voices at their secluded cabin, while the husband does not. AGES 13 & UP | 5-2-23 | 5:00pm | Black Box |
“Crimson Dreams” Written & Directed by Jai Reese This original musical set during Prohibition, tells the story of love, loss and resilience through the eyes of cabaret performers. AGES 17 & UP | 5-2-23 | 6:00pm | Black Box |
“Orange Flower Water” Directed by Nate Stewart The drama surrounding an adulterous couple comes to a head, questioning whether it's worth it to take a leap for the ones you love. AGES 16 & UP | 5-3-23 | 4:00pm | Black Box |
Level 2 - “Oedipus Rex: Or the Original Mama's Boy” This hilarious retelling of the classic Greek Tragedy will have you rolling in your seat! AGES 10 & UP | 5-3-23 | 5:00pm | Black Box |
“Distracted” Directed by Charlii Simon What's wrong with nine-year-old Jesse? He can't sit still, he curses, he raps. His teacher thinks it's Attention Deficit Disorder. Dad says, he's just a boy! And Mama's on a quest for answers. AGES 13 & UP | 5-3-23 | 6:00pm | Black Box |
Milwaukee High School of the Arts - Theatre