- Guest Act
- Mainstage
Join us for a night of laughter as we explore everything from motherhood, midlife crisis, marriage, divorce, online dating, and other things that irritate us. Men are welcome to the show, too. Moms Unhinged has been selling out shows all over the country and is coming to Waukesha for a special performance. We do clean (ish) comedy and this is a fun night out with your girlfriends, drinking club (I mean book club), neighborhood group or your own mom. Laughter is proven to lower your cortisol! Performing: Avril Granato, Mo Good, and headliner Lisa Lane Headliner Lisa Lane has been featured on Netflix, and regularly performs at the Denver Improv, Comedy Works, Boulder Theatre, festivals and tours all over the country. She is the author of Teenagers Suck and Beyond Mama Bear.
- Academy
- Black Box Productions
WCT Academy Teens bring myth to life in Mary Zimmerman’s Metamorphoses, based on Ovid’s first-century epic. The play weaves together familiar and rarely-told stories of transformation, juxtaposing the ancient and the contemporary to explore love, loss, and the inevitability of change. The ensemble embodies mythic figures like Midas, Eros and Psyche, and Orpheus and Eurydice through moments of joy, heartbreak, and daring. Visually and emotionally captivating, Metamorphoses invites audiences to reflect on the fluid nature of life, identity, and the world around us - a poetic and unforgettable journey brought vividly to life by these talented young performers.
- ACAP PlayMakers
- Resident Company
Sherlock Holmes and his side kick, Dr. Watson, are put on the case of a diamond heist that happens to coincide with the mysterious and ongoing disappearance of various wax museum figures from a famous wax museum. Other famous detectives are called into the case as well. While the cadre of sleuths sift through clues and circumstances, Holmes goes mysteriously missing. With a missing diamond, a missing Holmes, and a number of missing wax figures, who will find the answers? This is the 10th ACAP FilmMakers production of the ACAP PlayMakers.
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Step into 1910 England, where the Banks family is in chaos and no nanny ever stays for long…until the practically perfect Mary Poppins arrives. With a dash of magic and a spoonful of common sense, she whisks Jane and Michael on unforgettable adventures and teaches the entire family that love, laughter, and a little imagination can change everything. Featuring dazzling dance numbers, breathtaking stagecraft, and unforgettable songs, Mary Poppins is a spectacular celebration of wonder, wit, and the belief that “anything can happen if you let it.”
- Guest Act
Get ready to laugh, sing, and celebrate the season with Joel Kopischke’s I Got Yule, Babe! This uproarious holiday revue serves up a merry mix of original songs and clever parodies, spanning every musical style you can imagine - from Polka to Punk, Big Band to Blues, Country to Klezmer, and maybe a few more alliterative surprises along the way. With witty lyrics, infectious rhythms, and plenty of holiday cheer, I Got Yule, Babe is a joyous and hilarious celebration that proves Christmas music has never been this funny - or this fun!
- Guest Act
An Important Announcement from Waukesha Civic Theatre It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that The Four Guyz in Dinner Jackets have made the difficult decision to cancel their remaining performances due to health concerns affecting one of their members. This includes their scheduled New Year's Eve performance at Waukesha Civic Theatre on December 31. The Four Guyz have brought so much joy, laughter, and incredible music to audiences over the years. We are sending our love and heartfelt best wishes to the Four Guyz as they navigate this challenging time.
- Guest Act
NEW DATE - NEW YEAR'S EVE! The Neverly Brothers concerts take you on a musical guided VIRTUAL TOUR of the birth, near death and resurrection of rock n’ roll - from 1955 to 1965. You'll learn rock history and be thoroughly entertained with their chronological song sequence, stories behind the music and vintage wardrobe changes. Their energetic stage show consists of show-stopping renditions of early hits by Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and more!
- Mainstage
- Outskirts Theatre Co.
- Resident Company
Set against the backdrop of a family-run funeral home, Fun Home traces the journey of Alison Bechdel as she navigates childhood, identity, and the unspoken truths that shape her life. Moving seamlessly between past and present, the story unfolds through a powerful score and intimate storytelling, revealing the delicate threads that bind family, memory, and self-discovery. With humor, heartache, and stunning honesty, Fun Home explores the search for connection—between parent and child, between who we are and who we’re meant to be. Outskirts Theatre Company brings this Tony Award-winning musical to life with raw authenticity and emotional depth, creating an unforgettable theatrical experience that resonates long after the final note.
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Love, laughs, and lager collide in this spirited comedy by local playwright, Shaun Kempf, set in the heart of Wisconsin’s own, West Bend. When Corwin Landcaster arrives early at his local tavern to meet his online crush, he expects an ordinary first date. Instead, he’s swept into a night of outrageous misunderstandings, eccentric regulars, and romantic curveballs that leave him battered, bewildered, and questioning everything. As happy hour spirals into hilarity, Corwin must decide: hold out for the mystery woman he’s never met, or take a chance on the spark right in front of him? Warm, witty, and packed with small-town charm, this laugh-out-loud comedy proves that love rarely goes according to plan.
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In 1590s England, brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate for a hit, but every play they write pales in comparison to the legendary Bard. When a quirky soothsayer predicts the future of theatre involves singing, dancing, and acting all at once, the brothers set out to create the world’s very first musical. Packed with outrageous comedy, scandalous antics, and toe-tapping songs, Something Rotten! is a hilarious celebration of ambition, sibling rivalry, and the timeless chaos of chasing your dreams - all with a wink and a nudge to the theatre itself.
- Guest Act
When Dylan Met Guthrie weaves together a unique blend of story, quotes, poetry and classic Guthrie and Dylan songs, including many sing-along favorites that the audience will be encouraged to join in on. Never content to imitate, Will & Rev possess an enthusiasm for the material that will delight audiences, with their refreshing renditions of these timeless tunes, performed on guitar, banjo, mountain dulcimer, mandolin, ukulele and harmonica.
- ACAP PlayMakers
- Resident Company
Celebrate 20 years of unforgettable theatre with ACAP Playmakers: Show of Shows, a high-energy variety spectacular featuring standout songs, favorite scenes, and cherished moments from two decades of Playmakers productions. This anniversary event brings together the very best of the Playmakers stage. Performers past and present reunite to recreate iconic roles, revisit beloved characters, and share the magic that has defined the Playmakers experience for twenty incredible years.
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At Truvy’s beauty salon, the town’s sparkling social scene gathers under one roof - from the sharp-tongued Truvy and her unsure-but-ambitious assistant Annelle, to the eccentric millionaire Ouiser, the sweet-toothed Miss Clairee, and M’Lynn, whose daughter Shelby is about to marry a “good ole boy.” Between witty banter, outrageous antics, and plenty of gossip, the salon is the place where secrets are spilled and friendships are tested. As humor gives way to heartbreak, the women confront life, love, and loss together, discovering strength, resilience, and the enduring power of community. Warm, witty, and deeply moving, this beloved comedy proves that even in tragedy, laughter and love can carry us through.
- Guest Act
- Mainstage
This lively musical revue celebrates the timeless songs and stories that shaped country music, from classic roots to modern hits. With rich harmonies, powerhouse vocals, and a live band bringing Nashville to the stage, Country Music Greats is a joyous, foot-stomping tribute to love, loss, hope, and the wide-open road.
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A wickedly funny, darkly comic musical that has become a beloved theatre classic. Timid florist Seymour Krelborn’s life is turned upside down when he discovers a strange new plant he names “Audrey II.” At first, this foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises fame, fortune, and love - but its appetite comes with deadly consequences. As Seymour grapples with Audrey II’s sinister demands, chaos, laughs, and mayhem ensue in this deliciously twisted tale. With its Motown-inspired pop/rock score by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman, and its perfect mix of horror, romance, and sharp humor, Little Shop of Horrors remains a timeless Off-Broadway classic - darkly hilarious, irresistibly entertaining, and guaranteed to leave audiences talking long after the final curtain.