John Barnes

Marcus Performing Arts Center

The Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) serves as a performing arts community gathering space in Southeastern Wisconsin, bringing high-quality arts and cultural programming to the region for over 50 years. As a mission-based non-profit organization located in downtown Milwaukee, MPAC strives to act as an energizing force that connects the community to the world through collaboration, innovation, social engagement, and the transformative power of performing arts. Through multiple performance series and community events, MPAC brings a diverse range of celebrated performing arts to the region. Presented series include Broadway at the Marcus Center, MPAC Presents, Dance, Jazz, National Geographic LIVE, Rainbow Summer, and additional special performances from internationally renowned artists. MPAC's education, community engagement, and inclusion initiatives provide free experiences both at the Center and within the community that engage young audiences through the performing arts and annually serve students and life-long learners in Milwaukee. Additionally, MPAC serves as home to five major resident companies including Black Arts MKE, Milwaukee Ballet, Florentine Opera, First Stage Children's Theater, and MYSO. MPAC is proud to be a dedicated War Memorial facility, honoring those who bravely served our country. Through various programming, MPAC serves more than 300,000 people annually throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.