Turner Hall Ballroom
Saving Our Democracy: Jan. 23-29, 2020
Get personally involved in local politics and social justice causes; find out how by reading Saving Our Democracy. Read more
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North Mississippi Allstars Boogie for the Children
The North Mississippi Allstars bring their brand of Americana blues-rock to Turner Hall Ballroom on Jan. 15. Read more
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This Week in Milwaukee: Dec. 12-18, 2019
The end-of-year holidays are upon us; concerts throughout our area embrace the spirit of the season. Read more
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Local Bands, Artists Converge in ‘Colors & Chords’
Autism charity Islands of Brilliance staged a multi-media delight at Turner Hall. Read more
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Matt and Kim Come Playing ‘Grand’ in Its Entirety on Tour
Anthemic indie-pop group return to Milwaukee for a performance at Turner Hall Ballroom on Oct. 25. Read more
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Andy Grammer Mixes Rebellious Optimism with Sonic Sincerity
Hitmaking singer Andy Grammer to perform his new album and older songs at Turner Hall Ballroom on Oct. 21. Read more
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Crowd-Pleasing Twin Peaks Pack the Turner Hall Ballroom
Chicago band brought psych grooves and heartland rock to their indie sound. Read more
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Them Coulee Boys Find Joy in Creating Music
Eau Claire’s Them Coulee Boys play an album release show with opener Joseph Huber at Turner Hall Ballroom on Aug. 30. Read more
Performing Arts Weekly: May 16-22, 2019
Miscast is a musical revue in which Waukesha Civic Theatre performers sing songs for characters they would never have the chance to play in real life due to their sex, ethnicity or age. Read more
Saving Our Democracy: March 14-20, 2019
Former First Lady Michelle Obama comes to town, while events related to the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election ramp up. Read more
Don't Create a Parent Trap
Dear Ruthie dishes out advice for parents of LGBTQ folks then shares her social calendar in the Greater Milwaukee area. Read more
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Kurt Vile Returns for a Do-Over
Kurt Vile admits his last show in Milwaukee wasn’t his best. He promises to make up for it this time around. Read more
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Chris Porterfield on Field Report's Unwritten Future
Field Report has come a long way since the early 2010s, an era when the search for the next Justin Vernon inevitably led to some of the guys who had played with Vernon. Read more
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JD McPherson Brings Christmas Early
Ahead of his concert at Turner Hall, the Oklahoma rock ‘n’ roller discusses his unlikely new Christmas album. Read more
Illustration: Andy Tyra/Milwaukee Record
Here's Who's Covering Who at 2019's Local Coverage Concert
The benefit concert returns for its fifth year in January, and as always, its features some creative pairings. Read more
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Liz Phair Lives Up to Her Legacy at Sold-Out Turner Hall Show
“Tripping balls” on cold medicine, Liz Phair energetically revisited Exile in Guyville favorites, as well as songs from her entire career. Read more
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Wayne Kramer Did Justice to MC5's Legacy at Turner Hall
Fifty years on, MC5's "Kick Out The Jams" has lost none of its visceral power. Read more
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Dinosaur Jr. Let the Guitars Do The Talking at Turner Hall
Lou Barlow’s passion offset Dinosaur Jr. frontman J Mascis’s trademark indifference Tuesday night. Read more
Deafhaven Brought Sweetness and Fury to Turner Hall
The divisive metal band demonstration their soft power and unwavering emotion at their return to Milwaukee. Read more
Colin Quinn Brings 'One in Every Crowd' Tour to Turner Hall Ballroom
No matter where you are, from the office to a family party, there is always one toxic person trying to ruin it for everyone. At least that’s the theme of comedian and SNL alum Colin Quinn’s newest standup special One in Every Crowd. Read more
