The past 28 seasons have earned us a strong reputation for producing engaging work that feels intimate, powerful and personal. Check out what we have in store for you this season!

Independent Shows & Events

As part of its community mission, Next Act rents the theatre space to independent producers for theatre, music, and dance performances; corporate meetings; and a variety of other events. Check out what’s coming up!

Art Exhibits

Your overall theatre experience is expanded with art exhibits in our lobby gallery. Curator James Toth creates a unique collection of works to complement each Next Act production.

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Getting Here

Next Act Theatre is located at 255 S. Water Street in the Walker’s Point neighborhood of Milwaukee, WI.

Dining

Walker’s Point offers a range of great food and restaurant options to compliment your night out on the town.

Venue FAQs

Attending the theatre should be an experience, not a task. We want to make sure you are as prepared as you can be so your day at the theatre is one to remember.

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About

Our Story

Next Act Theatre engages the hearts and minds of audiences with intimate, compelling productions intended to stimulate thought, foster the exchange of ideas, and promote the development of new perspectives and understanding.

Who We Are

Meet the people behind the scenes who have helped mount more than 100 main stage productions, including six original scripts.

Education

Looking to expand your knowledge of theatre? Next Act offers several programs throughout the year for individuals of all ages.

Theatre Rental

Join the many Milwaukee organizations who have chosen Next Act Theatre as their venue of choice for theatre, dance and music performances and a variety of other events.

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Without a doubt, your donation makes our work possible. But contributions represent more than hard cash. Your gift is a vote of confidence and an expression of trust that conveys that our intimate brand of theatre is meaningful to you and worthy of your support.

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JANUARY 31–FEBRUARY 24

Blood
at the Root

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APRIL 4-APRIL 28

How to Write a New Book
for the Bible

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Blood at the Root January 31-February 24 Get Tickets

How to Write a New Book for the Bible April 04-April 28 Get Tickets

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