2021-2022 will be a season of upbeat entertainment. Our season title ‘Together Again’ reflects the many ways that characters are reunited on stage. It also implies our return to live theatre and being reunited with our audiences in the Helfaer Theatre.

For questions about performances, please contact the Helfaer Box Office at (414) 288-7504 or helfaer.boxoffice@marquette.edu.

California SuiteCalifornia Suite

By Neil Simon
October 1, 9, 15 at 7:30 pm
October 2, 10, 16 at 2:30 pm

A classic Neil Simon comedy set in the Beverly Hills Hotel. This full-length farce features four playlets all set in the same suite featuring various middle-aged couples wrestling humorously with a range of issues, from infidelity to the Academy Awards. A divorced couple must learn to cope for the sake of their daughter and best friends turn to enemies. Five couples in all are played by four very talented actors. This production introduces our Second Stage Series, using limited scenery and costumes, placing the focus on the acting. It will play in rotation with The Taming of the Shrew.

“California Suite” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. 

The Taming of the ShrewThe Taming of the Shrew

By William Shakespeare
October 2, 8, 16 at 7:30 pm
October 3, 9, 17 at 2:30 pm

Shakespeare’s comical battle of the sexes brings Kate and Petruchio head-to-head on the Helfaer stage. Petruchio has come to Padua to find a wealthy wife. In finding Kate, the daughter of a local merchant, he discovers more than he bargained for! Not only is Kate a match for his fiery temper and agile wit, she proves to be his perfect partner.  Comical subplots and sidekicks abound. The Taming of the Shrew plays in rotation with California Suite in our new acting-focused Second Stage Series.

Melancholy PlayMelancholy Play

By Sarah Ruhl
November 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20 at 7:30 pm
November 14, 21 at 2:30 pm

Streaming:
November 19-21

What do you do when your friends begin to turn into almonds? Sarah Ruhl’s farce addresses this dilemma and more. Melancholy Play is a charming story of a young woman named Tilly who is prone to melancholy. Yet her sorrow is so strangely appealing that no one can resist falling in love with her. A circle of friends come together in this delightful comedy about sadness that will leave you smiling. 

“Melancholy Play” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. 

Mamma MiaMamma Mia

Music and Lyrics by: Benny Andersson and
Björn Ulvaeus
and some songs with Stig Anderson
Book by: Catherine Johnson
Originally conceived by Judy Craymer

April 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9 at 7:30 pm
April 3, 10 at 2:30 pm

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This charming musical is based on the music of ABBA, one of the most popular international pop groups of all time. Sophie is about to be married, and she’d like her father to give her away. There’s just one problem – she just doesn’t know who he is. Secretly she invites her mother’s three past lovers in order to solve the mystery. Romance and comedy fill this musical story set on a Greek Island. Guest-directed by Tony Clements who appeared in the Broadway and National Tour productions of Mamma Mia!

"Mamma Mia!" is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

The Light

By Loy A. Webb

April 22, 23, 28, 29, 30 at 7:30 pm
April 23, 24, 30 at 2:30 pm

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Not every marriage proposal goes as planned. Loy A. Webb’s The Light introduces us to Rashad and Genesis on what should be one of the happiest days of their lives, but their joy quickly unravels when ground-shifting accusations from the past resurface in this gripping two-character drama. Can their relationship survive the growing divide between them over who – and what – to believe? The Light is a reckoning that unfolds in real time and peels away the layers of truth, doubt, pain, and, ultimately, the power of love.

“The Light” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

Box Office Contact Information

Mailing Address:
Helfaer Theatre
P.O. Box 1881
Milwaukee, WI 53201-1881

Street Address:
Helfaer Theatre
525 N. 13th Street
Milwaukee, WI 53233

Phone: (414) 288-7504
Fax: (414) 288-7048
Email: helfaer.boxoffice@marquette.edu

The 2021-2022 Marquette Theatre Season
2021-2022 will be a season of upbeat entertainment. Our season title ‘Together Again’ reflects the many ways that characters are reunited on stage. It also implies our return to live theatre and being reunited with our audiences in the Helfaer Theatre.

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