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Upcoming Shows & Events

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Season tickets are available for our 2023-24 Student Productions! Click here to learn more.

Questions? Contact the Ticket Office at 414.290.0204 or by e-mail.

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Mar
20
Tue
Comedy Company Students vs. Teachers @ Black Box Theater
Mar 20 @ 7:00 pm

Join the Pius XI Comedy Company for their blockbuster Students vs. Teachers show! The members of the Comedy Company go head-to-head with Pius XI faculty and staff members in an improv tour-de-force. Special pre-show activities begin in the 5th floor hallway at 6pm; doors to the theater open at 6:30pm.

Mar
22
Thu
The Last Class: Ed Drexler ’44 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Mar 22 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
The Last Class: Ed Drexler '44 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Join us to celebrate Ed Drexler’s retirement and listen as he shares life lessons and reflections on education and faith. The conversation will be moderated by Keith Meka ’82 (news anchor with CBS58) and Dorene Micheals ’91 (WKLH radio host).

Just days before his 92nd birthday, Ed will answer questions and share stories as he imparts his final lessons on generations of alumni, faculty and friends.

All proceeds from this event benefit the Ed Drexler Scholarship Fund at Pius XI Catholic High School.

Mar
23
Fri
(POSTPONED) Pius XI Film Festival 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Mar 23 @ 7:00 pm

This event has been postponed.

Join us for our annual film festival, featuring numerous short films created by high school students at Pius XI and around the Milwaukee area! Meet the next generation of filmmakers right here in our Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater.

Apr
17
Tue
Spring Vocal Jazz Solo Project 2018 @ Black Box Theater
Apr 17 @ 7:00 pm
Spring Vocal Jazz Solo Project 2018 @ Black Box Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Don’t miss the amazing voices of our Women’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble–one night only in the Black Box Theater.

Apr
25
Wed
LES MISERABLES Alumni Preview @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Apr 25 @ 5:00 pm
LES MISERABLES Alumni Preview @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

This special preview performance is open to Pius XI Alumni only! A promo code is required to purchase tickets. If you don’t have the promo code, please contact pacinfo@piusxi.org.

Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Original French text by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel
Additional Material by James Fenton
Based on the novel by Victor Hugo
Directed by Kevin Schwartz

One of the world’s most iconic and longest-running musicals, LES MISÉRABLES tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who spends a lifetime seeking redemption. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France and the aftermath of the French Revolution, this timeless story of intertwined destinies reveals the power of compassion and the quiet evil of indifference to human suffering. Performed in over 40 countries and 22 languages, and with a lush, swelling score that features such famed songs as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” and “Bring Him Home,” LES MIS brings Victor Hugo’s revolutionary novel blazingly to life.

Marissa & Susan Waraksa and Joshua Holzmann Exhibition Opening Reception @ Carron Family Gallery and Joseph & Harriet Kern Gallery
Apr 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Marissa & Susan Waraksa and Joshua Holzmann Exhibition Opening Reception @ Carron Family Gallery and Joseph & Harriet Kern Gallery | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Join us as we celebrate the opening of the latest Pius XI Alumni Exhibition! The exhibition features Marissa Waraksa ’09, Susan Waraksa ’71 and Joshua Holzmann ’03.

Learn more and meet the artists here >

Apr
26
Thu
LES MISERABLES Immersion Experience @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Apr 26 @ 9:00 am
LES MISERABLES Immersion Experience @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

One of the world’s most iconic and longest-running musicals, LES MISÉRABLES tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who spends a lifetime seeking redemption. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France and the aftermath of the French Revolution, this timeless story of intertwined destinies reveals the power of compassion and the quiet evil of indifference to human suffering.

This special Immersion Experience for school groups gives your students a backstage pass! Students will watch the actors perform songs from the show, experience the feeling of being on the Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater stage, learn about how the scenic and lighting designers make theatrical magic, watch fight choreography and see how actors learn how to fight safely onstage, learn a part of a song from the production and sing it with the cast, and learn about the history of revolutions in France that served as a basis for the book and the musical.

All tickets $5.00 – One complimentary ticket for an adult chaperone is available for every 10 paid tickets.

Space is limited! Contact Group Sales at 414.290.7454 or pacinfo@piusxi.org to reserve your group’s seats.

LES MISERABLES @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Apr 26 @ 7:00 pm
LES MISERABLES @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Original French text by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel
Additional Material by James Fenton
Based on the novel by Victor Hugo
Directed by Kevin Schwartz

One of the world’s most iconic and longest-running musicals, LES MISÉRABLES tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who spends a lifetime seeking redemption. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France and the aftermath of the French Revolution, this timeless story of intertwined destinies reveals the power of compassion and the quiet evil of indifference to human suffering. Performed in over 40 countries and 22 languages, and with a lush, swelling score that features such famed songs as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” and “Bring Him Home,” LES MIS brings Victor Hugo’s revolutionary novel blazingly to life.

Apr
27
Fri
(SOLD OUT) LES MISERABLES @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Apr 27 @ 7:00 pm

The Friday, April 27 performance is SOLD OUT. A waiting list for any returned tickets will begin at the ticket office one hour prior to the curtain time.

Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Original French text by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel
Additional Material by James Fenton
Based on the novel by Victor Hugo
Directed by Kevin Schwartz

One of the world’s most iconic and longest-running musicals, LES MISÉRABLES tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who spends a lifetime seeking redemption. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France and the aftermath of the French Revolution, this timeless story of intertwined destinies reveals the power of compassion and the quiet evil of indifference to human suffering. Performed in over 40 countries and 22 languages, and with a lush, swelling score that features such famed songs as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” and “Bring Him Home,” LES MIS brings Victor Hugo’s revolutionary novel blazingly to life.

Apr
28
Sat
(SOLD OUT) LES MISERABLES @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Apr 28 @ 7:00 pm

The Saturday, April 28 performance is SOLD OUT. A waiting list for any returned tickets will begin at the ticket office one hour prior to the curtain time.

 

Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Original French text by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel
Additional Material by James Fenton
Based on the novel by Victor Hugo
Directed by Kevin Schwartz

One of the world’s most iconic and longest-running musicals, LES MISÉRABLES tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who spends a lifetime seeking redemption. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France and the aftermath of the French Revolution, this timeless story of intertwined destinies reveals the power of compassion and the quiet evil of indifference to human suffering. Performed in over 40 countries and 22 languages, and with a lush, swelling score that features such famed songs as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” and “Bring Him Home,” LES MIS brings Victor Hugo’s revolutionary novel blazingly to life.

Apr
29
Sun
(SOLD OUT) LES MISERABLES @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
Apr 29 @ 2:00 pm
(SOLD OUT) LES MISERABLES @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

The Sunday, April 29 performance is SOLD OUT. A waiting list for any returned tickets will begin at the ticket office one hour prior to the curtain time.

Music by Claude-Michel Schönberg
Lyrics by Herbert Kretzmer
Original French text by Alain Boublil and Jean-Marc Natel
Additional Material by James Fenton
Based on the novel by Victor Hugo
Directed by Kevin Schwartz

One of the world’s most iconic and longest-running musicals, LES MISÉRABLES tells the story of Jean Valjean, a former convict who spends a lifetime seeking redemption. Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France and the aftermath of the French Revolution, this timeless story of intertwined destinies reveals the power of compassion and the quiet evil of indifference to human suffering. Performed in over 40 countries and 22 languages, and with a lush, swelling score that features such famed songs as “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” and “Bring Him Home,” LES MIS brings Victor Hugo’s revolutionary novel blazingly to life.

The Sunday, April 29 performance will be interpreted in American Sign Language.

May
5
Sat
Cashel Dennehy School of Irish Dance: “Rhapsody in Blue” @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
May 5 @ 2:00 pm
Cashel Dennehy School of Irish Dance: "Rhapsody in Blue" @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

From the World Competitions in Ireland and Scotland to Epcot Center at Disney World, the World Champion Cashel Dennehy School of Irish Dance is known throughout the world for their fast paced, high-stepping dance routines.

TWO performances: choose either 2:00pm or 7:00pm when you purchase tickets.

Cashel Dennehy School of Irish Dance: “Rhapsody in Blue” @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
May 5 @ 7:00 pm
Cashel Dennehy School of Irish Dance: "Rhapsody in Blue" @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

From the World Competitions in Ireland and Scotland to Epcot Center at Disney World, the World Champion Cashel Dennehy School of Irish Dance is known throughout the world for their fast paced, high-stepping dance routines.

TWO performances: choose either 2:00pm or 7:00pm when you purchase tickets.

May
10
Thu
Spring Band & Orchestra Concert 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
May 10 @ 7:00 pm
Spring Band & Orchestra Concert 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Experience the soaring sounds of our instrumental music program! All ensembles will be featured in this showcase of their year-long work.

May
12
Sat
Spring Choral Concert 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
May 12 @ 7:00 pm
Spring Choral Concert 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Celebrate another great year of making music with our Choral ensembles in their not-to-be-missed spring concert!

May
18
Fri
Dance into Spring 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
May 18 @ 7:00 pm
Dance into Spring 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Our amazing dance students have been working all year long to bring you this spectacular Spring showcase! There are TWO performances due to popular demand–seats will sell quickly.

Student Play Festival 2018 @ Black Box Theater
May 18 @ 7:00 pm
This is the 25th annual Pius XI Student Play Festival – a chance for students to write, produce, direct and act their own work! You will hear voices comic, serious, absurd and delightful as you enjoy the amazing plays of the students at Pius XI.

 

May
19
Sat
Dance into Spring 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
May 19 @ 7:00 pm
Dance into Spring 2018 @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

Our amazing dance students have been working all year long to bring you this spectacular Spring showcase! There are TWO performances due to popular demand–seats will sell quickly.

Student Play Festival 2018 @ Black Box Theater
May 19 @ 7:00 pm
This is the 25th annual Pius XI Student Play Festival – a chance for students to write, produce, direct and act their own work! You will hear voices comic, serious, absurd and delightful as you enjoy the amazing plays of the students at Pius XI.

 

May
20
Sun
Milwaukee Festival Brass: “Festival City Postcards” @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater
May 20 @ 3:00 pm
Milwaukee Festival Brass: "Festival City Postcards" @ Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater | Milwaukee | Wisconsin | United States

The Milwaukee Festival Brass spring concert focuses on our own hometown, with selections inspired by, composed for, or premiered in Milwaukee.

Tickets are $12.00 or $9.00 for seniors and students and can be purchased at the door. For more information contact tickets@mfbrass.org.