Marcus Performing Arts Center
Marcus Performing Arts Center, Performing arts center in Milwaukee, United States
The Marcus Performing Arts Center is a performing arts facility in Milwaukee with four separate venues ranging in size, including an outdoor amphitheater overlooking the Milwaukee River. The complex was designed to accommodate different types of performances and artistic formats.
The facility opened in 1969 as a municipal project to house Milwaukee's performing arts organizations and host touring productions. The opening marked a turning point in providing dedicated performance spaces for the city's artists.
The center hosts diverse performances from Broadway shows to ballet productions and symphony concerts for audiences of all ages. Visitors experience a wide range of artistic presentations that shape the cultural life of the city.
Parking is available in the Water Street garage and several nearby surface lots, with reduced rates in the evening. Arriving early helps secure a good parking spot, especially during major events.
The facility is home to resident organizations including the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Milwaukee Ballet, and First Stage children's theater, which perform regularly on its stages. These long-standing partnerships shape the artistic programming and make it a creative hub for local artists.
Location: Milwaukee
GPS coordinates: 43.04280,-87.91140
Latest update: December 9, 2025 18:40
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