An unforgettable evening of songs from Pocahontas, Enchanted, Godspell, Pippin, and the smash Broadway hit Wicked by Oscar® and Grammy® award-winning songwriter Stephen Schwartz with Debbie Gravitte and Scott Coulter. Click here to view a video clip of Schwartz introducing a song from Pippin.

The performance begins at 8:00 pm. Tickets are $48–$25; group rates start at $25. To purchase tickets call the box office at (262) 781-9520 or visit wilson-center.com.

BackStage Members! Join Wilson Center Executive Director, Jonathan Winkle, for a post-show moderated artist dialogue with Stephen Schwartz. Enjoy refreshments from North Star American Bistro while listening to the artist discuss his music, his inspiration, and his life experiences. RSVP to rsvp@wilson-center.com Not a Backstage Member? Get more information or sign up here.

The Wilson Center Performing Arts Series is presented by Johnson Bank. Stephen Schwartz and Friends is sponsored by Accunet Mortgage.

L.A. Theatre Works: War of the Worlds & The Lost World

Join America’s premiere live radio theatre company for a special back-to-back double bill of chills, thrills, and great literature as they present two masterpieces of science fiction and adventure on stage Thursday, October 9, 8:00 pm.

Tickets are $45–$25; group rates start at $25. To purchase tickets call the box office at (262) 781-9520 or visit wilson-center.com.

Directed by John de Lancie (Stargate SG-1, Star Trek Voyager). L.A. Theatre Works cast includes: Jerry Hardin (X-files), Jen Dede (Entourage, E.R., Gilmour Girls), and Josh Clark (Heroes, Star Trek Voyager, E.R.). For a full cast list, click here.

A film classic complements a stage production! The Wilson Center is teaming up with the Times Cinema to present a special screening of the 1953 film War of the Worlds on Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5 at 1:30 pm. The Times Cinema is located at 5906 W. Vliet Street in Milwaukee. Tickets are $6 at the door. Open to the public.

The Fashion Show to benefit the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts, Wednesday, October 8, 10:00 am

Now in its eighth year, the Wilson Center’s annual fashion show and luncheon attracts 500 guests from across the Milwaukee metro area. This year’s show will feature fashions from Andre Furs, GIGI of Mequon, m.e. Lou, Picardy Shoe Parlour, Suiters, and Zita. Hair and make-up provided by Studio 890. Get ready for fashion and the chance to bid on this year’s live auction items:

JEWELRY!  John Hardy cuff bracelet donated by Treiber & Straub Jewelers. Value: $950.

FUR!  Donated by Andre Furs. Value: $2500.

PARTY TIME!  A martini party with appetizers and dessert at your home for 24 friends.  Donated by Bartenders on the Go and Lee John’s Catering. Value: $1000.

HARLEY–DAVIDSON MANIA!  An exclusive, private behind-the-scenes tour of the new Harley-Davidson Museum and dinner at Water Buffalo. Donated by Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Hal’s Harley-Davidson. Value: $600.

NYC OR BUST!  Enjoy a 3-night stay in the big apple (January 9–12, 2009) and a talent tour with WC Executive Director Jonathan Winkle and Programming Consultant Lynn Lucius. Hotel and airfare included. Value: Priceless.