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Black Arts MKE Selected for the Black Seed National Strategic Initiative to Support Equity for Black Theater Institutions
By Black Arts MKE - Feb 1st, 2021 07:13 am
Brielle Richmond, Michaela Usher and cast in Black Arts MKE’s 2019 annual musical production of Black Nativity
by Langston Hughes. Photo by Jenny Plevin.
Milwaukee, WI – February 1, 2021 – Black Arts MKE has been awarded a generous grant from The Black Seed, a national strategic initiative focused on creating impact and “thrivability” for Black theater institutions. Awarding close to 100 one- or two-year grants up to $150,000, this is the first iteration in a long-term strategy for The Black Seed.
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UPAFâs New President, Patrick Rath, on Sustaining Milwaukeeâs Performing Arts in Turbulent Times
Illustration by Ali Bachmann
For obvious reasons, 2020 was not the best year for the performing arts in Milwaukee. Beyond the risk of COVID-19 infections for audience members, staff and performers, such gatherings go against instructions from Gov. Tony Evers. By August, 33.9% of Wisconsinites working in the arts, entertainment and recreation had filed for unemployment, according to data from the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development. This is a challenge; working to overcome it is the United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) that supports some of the biggest names in local entertainment through fundraising. At its helm is Patrick Rath, its new president named in October 2020.
Lowlands Group Launches “On the Go” Program Featuring Family-Style Dining and Snackable Boxes
As part of rollout, restaurant group donates 1,000 meals to frontline healthcare workers in partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin; Free access to holiday shows from UPAF “Snackuterie™ & a Show” By Lowlands Group - Dec 16th, 2020 11:32 am
Modern Family Wisco Snack. Photo courtesy of Lowlands Group.
MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Dec. 16, 2020 – Lowlands Group today announced the launch of its “Lowlands On the Go” program, featuring new to-go menus planned around “family-style” and snackable dining options. With people eating and entertaining in so many different ways this year, no matter the size or format, the new menus offer something for everyone. “Family” Meals, Snackuterie™ Boxes and Beverage Bundles are available for brunch, lunch and dinner via carryout, curbside and delivery. Lowlands On the Go orders can be placed via lowlan