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A Social Message in Song: Rehearsal session with Milwaukee cast of iconic musical “West Side Story”

A Social Message in Song: Rehearsal session with Milwaukee cast of iconic musical “West Side Story”

Posted by | Sep 9, 2019 |

The Milwaukee Repertory Theater offered a sneak preview for its production of the upcoming “West Side Story,” with a behind-the-scenes look at a rehearsal session with its cast and choreographer on September 4. A classic retelling of the greatest love story of all time, the musical masterpiece is filled with legendary songs, explosive and dynamic dance, soaring vocals, an authentic cast, and expert direction by Mark Clements, who is celebrating his 10th Anniversary with the Milwaukee Rep. “West Side Story” will feature Liesl Collazo as Maria and Jeffrey Kringer as Tony. The iconic American musical from Broadway visionaries Jerome...

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Governor Tony Evers applauds economic benefits of new Freshwater Collaborative during scientific tour

Governor Tony Evers applauds economic benefits of new Freshwater Collaborative during scientific tour

Posted by | Sep 6, 2019 |

Governor Tony Evers visited the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s (UWM) School of Freshwater Sciences to learn more about the school’s groundbreaking research and the new Freshwater Collaborative on August 30. The governor met with UWM experts in the fields of micro-contaminants, genomics, freshwater aquatic species, and aquaculture before touring Lake Michigan on the school’s research vessel Neeskay. “We have to preserve and protect our water resources, and we have to connect the dots to be successful,” Governor Evers said. “From our farmers relying on clean water for crops and livestock to our outdoor recreation industry to everyday use, water is...

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Hayat Pharmacy starts initiative to improve health situation for homeless in Milwaukee’s Tent City

Hayat Pharmacy starts initiative to improve health situation for homeless in Milwaukee’s Tent City

Posted by | Sep 4, 2019 |

Volunteers with Milwaukee-based Hayat Pharmacy and the Muslim Community & Health Clinic (MCHC) extended free health services to the homeless community residing in the city’s main tent city on August 28. A temporary mobile health clinic was setup under the highway overpass at 6th and Clybourn Streets to take bodily vital signs, discuss individual medical histories, and address immediate health concerns with members of the homeless neighborhood, along with medication consultation and prescription management. “We realized that there were transportation limitations for the underserved residents in Tent City. As a result, they are unable to receive the medication and...

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Photojournalists remember Harry Kemp and his decades of images documenting local communities

Photojournalists remember Harry Kemp and his decades of images documenting local communities

Posted by | Aug 28, 2019 |

The Wisconsin Black Historical Society Museum hosted a special tribute to the late Harry Kemp on August 22, remembering his decades as a local photographer. Harry Kemp passed away on September 29, 2011, after photographing the city and its ethnic cultures for years. His images documented every aspect of area with a special focus on Milwaukee’s black community, which was historically under-represented in the mainstream news media. Kemp passed his camera and his love of photography to his sister, Yvonne, who has continued his legacy. “Harry loved taking pictures of everything. He also would give a little advice along...

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