Upcoming Shows & Events

RADIANCE presents the events, persons, and deeds involved in the making and first use of the atomic bomb. From the actual experiences of those involved, three separate stories are woven into a seamless fabric. The central narrative follows the lifework of a physicist from the time he leaves graduate school to work with Dr. Robert Oppenheimer on the Manhattan Project, to the time he visits Hiroshima to see for himself the devastating effects of his work. A second follows the lifelong friendship of two women, one Scottish and one Japanese, from their childhood in Japan until they are reunited long after the war. The third focuses on a Japanese minister and the hibakusha (those exposed to the radiation of the bomb) to whom he devotes his life.  Radiance provokes us into considering the ways in which history is made, remembered and forgotten, highlighting how difficult and yet how necessary it is to discuss the issues involved in the birth of the nuclear age and our own responsibilities for the good and the evil thereof.

RADIANCE presents the events, persons, and deeds involved in the making and first use of the atomic bomb. From the actual experiences of those involved, three separate stories are woven into a seamless fabric. The central narrative follows the lifework of a physicist from the time he leaves graduate school to work with Dr. Robert Oppenheimer on the Manhattan Project, to the time he visits Hiroshima to see for himself the devastating effects of his work. A second follows the lifelong friendship of two women, one Scottish and one Japanese, from their childhood in Japan until they are reunited long after the war. The third focuses on a Japanese minister and the hibakusha (those exposed to the radiation of the bomb) to whom he devotes his life.  Radiance provokes us into considering the ways in which history is made, remembered and forgotten, highlighting how difficult and yet how necessary it is to discuss the issues involved in the birth of the nuclear age and our own responsibilities for the good and the evil thereof.

RADIANCE presents the events, persons, and deeds involved in the making and first use of the atomic bomb. From the actual experiences of those involved, three separate stories are woven into a seamless fabric. The central narrative follows the lifework of a physicist from the time he leaves graduate school to work with Dr. Robert Oppenheimer on the Manhattan Project, to the time he visits Hiroshima to see for himself the devastating effects of his work. A second follows the lifelong friendship of two women, one Scottish and one Japanese, from their childhood in Japan until they are reunited long after the war. The third focuses on a Japanese minister and the hibakusha (those exposed to the radiation of the bomb) to whom he devotes his life.  Radiance provokes us into considering the ways in which history is made, remembered and forgotten, highlighting how difficult and yet how necessary it is to discuss the issues involved in the birth of the nuclear age and our own responsibilities for the good and the evil thereof.

RADIANCE presents the events, persons, and deeds involved in the making and first use of the atomic bomb. From the actual experiences of those involved, three separate stories are woven into a seamless fabric. The central narrative follows the lifework of a physicist from the time he leaves graduate school to work with Dr. Robert Oppenheimer on the Manhattan Project, to the time he visits Hiroshima to see for himself the devastating effects of his work. A second follows the lifelong friendship of two women, one Scottish and one Japanese, from their childhood in Japan until they are reunited long after the war. The third focuses on a Japanese minister and the hibakusha (those exposed to the radiation of the bomb) to whom he devotes his life.  Radiance provokes us into considering the ways in which history is made, remembered and forgotten, highlighting how difficult and yet how necessary it is to discuss the issues involved in the birth of the nuclear age and our own responsibilities for the good and the evil thereof.

This fast-paced comedy was written and performed by Emmy award-winning performers Ron Jones and Larry Jay Tish. This innovative program examines prejudice and multiculturalism by combining sketch comedy, improv, interactive video and audience participation. The performance is followed by a discussion with the performers.

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This event is free and open to the public.

The first Pius XI Band & Orchestra Concert of the academic year comes to the stage of the Wendy Joy Lindsey Theater. Featuring a widely varied selection of music from all over the world, this will be your first opportunity to be wowed by the progress of our young Instrumental Music Students.

This event is FREE and no reservations are required.

Pius XI Catholic High School’s Dance Department Presents “An Evening of Dance,” featuring exciting new works and special guest artists from the Catey Ott Dance Collective, Marquette University, Milwaukee Ballet II, Signature Dance Company, SueMo: A Dance Experience, Sole Matter, University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee, and University of Wisconsin – Whitewater. This is a night of dance you don’t want to miss!

Global Youth Leadership Institute partnered with the Nicholas Sparks foundation to gather high school students in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area of different cultural backgrounds for a day of cultural exploration and storytelling. The day was filmed and will be made into a documentary highlighting ways youth are preserving their cultures within small U.S. cities. The intention is use this film in classrooms throughout the U.S. – helping students to gain an understanding of someone else’s cultural story upbringing in the U.S. that is different than their own.

Participants and Locations:

• Filmmaker: Ian–12th Grade at Pius XI Catholic High School
• Hindu Temple of Milwaukee: Asnhul–10th Grade at Brookfield East High School
• Milwaukee Asian(Hmong) Market: Aaron–9th Grade at Hmong Peace Academy
• Glencastle Irish Dance Studio: Meghan–12th Grade at Brookfield East High School
• Islamic Society of Milwaukee: Leila–12th Grade at Salam School
• Mexican Street Festival: Marychel–Freshman at Marquette University

The film screening will be followed by a panel discussion with the students.

This merry mixture of music, mirth and magic combined with a multi-course meal equals the marvelous Madrigal Dinner. Swordfighters, beggars, ladies, lords, thieves, fortune tellers, potion sellers, knights, damsels — all that’s missing is you!

Advance reservations required–tickets will not be sold at the door.

6:00pm: Cocktails
6:30pm: Call to the Hall

FEASTING

Complementary appetizers and beverages available for purchase

FIRST REMOVE
The Yuletide Toast of Wassail Coppes

SECOND REMOVE
Whole loaves of fresh baked bread and butter roses
Fresh baby Greens Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette and toasted walnuts

INTERMEZZO
Refreshing Palate Cleanse

THIRD REMOVE
Herb roasted winged fowl with fresh mustarde sauce topped with Fried leeks
Apricot barley pilaf
Garden vegetable basket

Vegetarian Option:

Guiso de Lenteja (Lentil Stew)
Garden Vegetable basket

FOURTH REMOVE

Medieval Custard tart with fresh Berries
Coffee, Tea, Milk

Adult and Vegetarian tickets: $55.00
Children’s menu $40.00 (chicken fingers, fries)

This merry mixture of music, mirth and magic combined with a multi-course meal equals the marvelous Madrigal Dinner. Swordfighters, beggars, ladies, lords, thieves, fortune tellers, potion sellers, knights, damsels — all that’s missing is you!

Advance reservations required–tickets will not be sold at the door.

6:00pm: Cocktails
6:30pm: Call to the Hall

FEASTING

Complementary appetizers and beverages available for purchase

FIRST REMOVE
The Yuletide Toast of Wassail Coppes

SECOND REMOVE
Whole loaves of fresh baked bread and butter roses
Fresh baby Greens Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette and toasted walnuts

INTERMEZZO
Refreshing Palate Cleanse

THIRD REMOVE
Herb roasted winged fowl with fresh mustarde sauce topped with Fried leeks
Apricot barley pilaf
Garden vegetable basket

Vegetarian Option:

Guiso de Lenteja (Lentil Stew)
Garden Vegetable basket

FOURTH REMOVE

Medieval Custard tart with fresh Berries
Coffee, Tea, Milk

Adult and Vegetarian tickets: $55.00
Children’s menu $40.00 (chicken fingers, fries)