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Two New Performances Announced
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A Special Evening for Moms at the Wilson Center
MSO - Classical Favorites - Friday, May 11, 2007

Summer Education Opportunities
Arts Camp and More

Around Town with Steve Feren

Race the Grand Prix in Monaco
Enchanting Evening - June 9, 2007

Mad Hot Ballroom Milwaukee - Saturday, May 12

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Gives Two Great Performances

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Two New Performances Announced
One Week Left to Renew Subscriptions!

Brian Stokes Mitchell - November 3, 2007

Due to unforseen scheduling conflicts, Mary Black and Measha Brueggergosman will no longer appear during the 2007-08 season.

The Wilson Center is pleased to announce that Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell will perform on Saturday, November 3, 2007, as a Wilson Center Special Appearance. Mr. Mitchell's rich and varied career has included appearances on Broadway, television and film.
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Closing the Classical Evenings series will be Mendelssohn String Quartet with Jonathan Biss, piano, on May 17, 2008. Mendelssohn String Quartet has earned a reputation as one of the most imaginative, vital and exciting quartets of its generation. Jonathan Biss, son of the Quartet's Miriam Fried, is one of the most accomplished young pianists in the country.
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Tickets for Special Appearances are available to Wilson Center subscribers now, before they go on sale to the general public on June 25. Last year's subscribers have until May 14 to renew and keep last year's seats.
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A Special Evening for Moms at the Wilson Center
MSO - Classical Favorites - Friday, May 11, 2007

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra - Classical Favorites
Friday, May 11, 2007

No Mother's Day weekend plans?
Let the Wilson Center provide a full evening of chocolate, roses, and Mozart for one ticket price. Enjoy refreshments with Mom at a pre-show reception beginning at 7:00 p.m. Each woman will receive a rose, generously provided by Visiting Angels, after the concert.

At 8:00 p.m., Music Director Andreas Delfs conducts the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra in a program featuring Mozart's Symphony No. 38 and the overture to "Don Giovanni." Acting Principal Cellist Scott Tisdel will perform Luigi Boccherini's Concerto No. 12, a first for the MSO.

After the concert, BackStage members are invited to meet Andreas Delfs, Concertmaster Frank Almond, and Associate Concertmaster Samantha George at an exclusive reception.

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Summer Education Opportunities
Arts Camp and More

Immerse yourself in art, music, dance, theatre - there is something to inspire every young artist at this creative day camp! Students entering grades 1-6 are invited to take a journey through time, exploring the lives, styles and techniques of famous artists, musicians, dancers, choreographers, actors and playwrights of yesterday and today.

Session I (for students entering grades 1-4): June 18-22; 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
Session II (for students entering grades 3-6): June 25-29; 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
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Check out the Summer Education Guide for more great art, dance, and music class opportunities.

Around Town with Steve Feren

Steve Feren - Sources

Steve Feren, creator of the Flock chandelier in the Kuttemperoor Auditorium, is well-known for his work in glass, and has been making sculpture for public spaces since 1980. His glass exhibit, The Wisconsin Series, will appear in the Ploch Art Gallery from June 4 - July 27.
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A reception celebrating the artist and the exhibit will take place on June 28 from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.

On Saturday, July 14, join Steve fom 8:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on a coach bus tour as he discusses his inspiration and creative process. Sites include the Milwaukee River Walk, the Appleton Avenue Fire Station, and the Milwaukee Public Library. The tour will conclude at the Wilson Center, where Steve will talk about Flock and his monumental Sources. Lunch at Barclay Gallery and Garden Cafe is included. Read More

Tickets are $45, $40 for BackStage Members, $30 for seniors and students.
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Race the Grand Prix in Monaco
Enchanting Evening - June 9, 2007

1938 SS Jaguar Coupe body by Graber
Owned by Jerry & Kathy Nell of Brookfield
Photograph by Chris Hammerbeck
Courtesy of The Masterpiece
Style & Speed Showcase

Experience the sights, sounds, and tastes of Monaco at Enchanting Evening 2007 on Saturday, June 9. Classic automobiles, exquisite hors d'oeuvres, and a mini Grand Prix will delight guests in three venues during the cocktail hour. In the dining tent, Lee John's Catering will provide a candlelit meal reminiscent of the royal state dinners. The Mr. Lucky Syndicate, one of Wisconsin's most well-recognized and versatile swing bands, will keep everyone dancing until the night ends. All proceeds will benefit performance programming, visual art, and education at the Wilson Center. Read more

To reserve your seat, become a table host, or learn about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Kara Roeming via e-mail or at (262) 781-9470, x 5029.

Mad Hot Ballroom Milwaukee - Saturday, May 12

Select elementary school students will tango, salsa, rhumba, and tap dance their way to victory at the first annual citywide Danceworks Mad Hot Ballroom and Tap Competition, Saturday, May 12 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bradley Center. Tickets are $5 for students, $10 for adults.

These students are part of Mad Hot Ballroom Milwaukee, Danceworks' ground-breaking new arts education program. The program, based on the New York City Schools' dance program featured in the documentary Mad Hot Ballroom, uses the power of dance to build important artistic, academic, and social skills among students in 22 of Milwaukee's public and private schools.

As the highlight of Enchanting Evening 2007, Danceworks will be presented with the Wilson Center Arts and Education Award for its work with this program. Mad Hot Ballroom Milwaukee represents Danceworks' clear commitment to the advancement of arts education in southeast Wisconsin.

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Gives Two Great Performances

Hubbard Street Dance Chicago - April 28, 2007

Continuing the Wilson Center's commitment to engaging the finest American dance companies, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago took to the stage twice last Friday: first with an educational matinee, then with a sold-out evening performance that left the audience breathless.

Student groups and seniors from around the area, including the Milwaukee High School of the Arts, Roosevelt School of the Arts, and Milwaukee Ballet II, enjoyed a special "Informance" matinee that began with the dancers' daily warm-up class and included a sampling of the company's performance repertoire. Lucas Crandall, Artistic Associate for Hubbard, was on hand to answer questions and discuss the history of the company, the process of selecting new choreography, and life as a dancer.

The Wilson Center Performing Arts Series is presented by Johnson Bank. Contributing sponsors for Hubbard Street Dance Chicago were Lexus of Brookfield and North Shore, AT&T, and Country Springs Hotel.

This presentation was supported by the Performing Arts Fund, a program of Arts Midwest funded by the National Endowment for the Arts with additional contributions from General Mills Foundation, Land O'Lakes Foundation, and Wisconsin Arts Board.

Upcoming Events

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra - Classical Favorites
May 11, 8:00 pm

Ramsey Lewis - The Gospel According to Ramsey SOLD OUT
May 19, 8:00 pm

SHE - Wilson Center Jazz Club SOLD OUT
May 25, 8:00 pm

Steve Feren - The Wisconsin Series
Ploch Art Gallery
June 4 - July 27

Monaco - Enchanting Evening 2007
June 9, 6:00 pm

Wilson Center Golf Classic
June 18, 11:00 am

OD TAPO IMI - Starry Nights
June 29, 6:30 pm

Sponsorship Opportunities!
Help support the Wilson Center AND market your company by partnering with us! Sponsorship opportunities are available for our performing, visual arts and arts education series. Please contact Development Director, Beth Dolan,
bdolan@wilson-center.com for your list of options.

Legacy Society!
Consider how your assets should be distributed in the long term. A gift through your will or living trust provides for your loved ones and ensures a promising future for the Wilson Center and its on-going operations.

Matching Gifts!
Corporate matching gifts make a big impact as the Wilson Center seeks to achieve our budget goals! Many corporations offer this benefit to their employees. Your donation of $1,250 could be matched by your company to leverage your gift to a total of $2,500. Your generous matching gift can be used to recognize a loved one by naming a seat in the Kuttermperoor Auditorium.

For information on any of these giving opportunities, contact Development Director,
Beth Dolan, bdolan@wilson-center.com.

Rental Opportunities!
Consider the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts for your next event! Located in the heart of Mitchell Park, the Wilson Center offers a spectacular setting for any gathering. From extravagant soirees to intimate gatherings, the Center is a unique venue for a memorable experience.

We encourage you to set up an appointment to tour the space and see for yourself the magic that the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts will bring to your event.
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For more information about renting the Wilson Center, please contact Events Manager, Jobee K. Solik at jsolik@wilson-center.com.

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To provide access to the arts, encourage life-long learning and strengthen the sense of community throughout southeast Wisconsin.

The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts is located just south of 198th & Capitol Drive in Brookfield's Mitchell Park.
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