I AM MY OWN WIFE by Doug Wright September 10 - October 5, 2008 Stiemke Theater
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CONTENTS STATE OF THE PERFORMING ARTS By Anne Siegel
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The struggle to reach this year’s UPAF fund-raising goal may not indicate a tough year for performing arts groups. They’re keeping their ticket prices in check and devising innovative ways to attract new subscribers and single ticket buyers. ARTS SCENE Milwaukee’s Performing Arts Guide.
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ARTS BRIEFS
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DINING & NIGHTLIFE
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SCENE & BE SEEN
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