What's On Tap

Wait, what? The Weekend Trend! Sandy Maxx highlights the best events coming up this weekend including - Airplane! Is being screened at the Riverside Theater with Robert Hayes & Julie Haggerty in attendance for the Q&A. A few documentaries including one produced by a member of the Violent Femmes. Plus, a festival of flowers and art all over the state!

On this episode of What's on Tap… Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums Bagpiper Gary Byers talks about an important event happening Wednesday. Actors Ekene Ikegwuani and Silver Anderson discuss Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's production of "A Raisin in the Sun". Filmmaker Pam Percy discusses her new film, "Bra-va: A Titillating History of Bras", plus a screening event on May 14th at the Oriental Theatre. Local band Kitty Soft Paw celebrates the release of their new album, "Catalyst". Musicians Brad Smith and Ian Ash discuss the Guitar Town Music Festival on June 13 in Waukesha and the Chad Smith Foundation! A country legend is coming back to Wisconsin!

Sandy Maxx talks with Milwaukee filmmaker Pam Percy about her third documentary, Brava: A Titillating History of Bras, a film exploring the cultural and historical evolution of bras and women’s fashion. They also discuss the upcoming screening on Thursday, May 14 at the Oriental Theatre in Milwaukee, which will include a showing of musician Victor DeLorenzo’s debut short film Mary For The Block, as well as a creative bra fashion show open to audience participation.

andy Maxx joins Libby to talk about the recently released Bank Five Nine Amphitheater Lineup for this year at State Fair!

On this episode of What's on Tap... - Celebrating World Bonsai Day with two experts from the Milwaukee Bonsai Society. - Historic Third Ward Association Executive Director Jim Plaisted announces this year's Third Ward Moon Festival! - Visit Milwaukee Communications Manager Julia Meehan and artist Adam Himebauch talk Visit Milwaukee's Gold Rush Scavenger Hunt. - Talking with the directors of Next Act Theatre's Dinner with the Duchess.

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx and we begin with a cheese scavenger hunt here in Milwaukee! As well as the Cheese swap! If that isn’t your first choice, we’re talking Mother’s Day plans including a community garden, and plant bingo bonanza!

On this episode of What's on Tap... - New music from the Rolling Stones! - A Cinco de Mayo history lesson and the best local Mexican restaurants. - A secret episode of The Bear - Matthew Perry's "Friends" memorobilia is being auctioned off for a good cause. - The return of TV's favorite coach! - Sandy talks with two of the quadruplets who played Phoebe's triplets on "Friends" - Concert announcements from Todd Rundgren, Robin Trower, and Kevin Smith!

Sunday What's On Tap: An iconic villain returns to the big screen, plus, a cheese swap!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Storytelling performer Greg Marshall - and Stella's Playground representative Ben Orton-Vipond join the show to talk about Greg Marshall Pops Out of the Trees, a one-person show on May 07 at Vivarium to benefit Stella's Playground! - An encore interview with Husband-and-Wife Actors James Pickering and Tami Workentin about their new show, George & Gracie: A Love Story at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater. - A rundown of farmer's markets happening in the area this weekend! - Celebrating Pat McCurdy's 100th virtual show!

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx and it’s Derby weekend baby! There are so many celebrations locally that you can be part of. Plus, free comic book day! And of course, what movies and plays are coming up that you can catch this weekend?

On this episode of What's on Tap... - Visit Milwaukee Vice President of Communications and Advocacy Claire Koenig joins the show to talk about Milwaukee on TV in the States and aroad!  - Time for a cast party! Sunset Playhouse's "All Shook Up" Co-Directors Nikki and Tommy Leuck and actor Brad Skonecki join Sandy to talk about their show. - Local musician, composer, and filmmaker Noah David Eckstein joins What's on Tap to talk about his song and the corresponding music video for "Cladosporium Coke Dial" which will be part of the Milwaukee Film Festival music video showcase! - Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Performing Arts Artistic Director Tyler Nikolas joins the show to talk about their 2026-27 Season Announcement! - Sandy welcomes Milwaukee musician Mie, whose music video for her song "Freakshow" will be part of the Milwaukee Film Festival music video showcase! - Encore interview: Chad Smith Foundation Board Member Brad Smith, Celebrating Badfinger event creator Mary Karlzen, and Badfinger family members' agent Mark Strothman Jr. join the show to discuss the Celebrating Badfinger event, April 28th at Let It Be in Waukesha - Sandy shares some of Milwaukee Film Artistic Director Cara Ogburn's picks playing this week at the Milwaukee Film Festival!

Sandy Maxx joins Libby for this weeks edition of Sunday What's On Tap! Libby & Sandy discuss the new biopic drama directed by Antoine Fuqua that dramatizes the life of Michael Jackson.

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx! We begin with the Midwest Gaming Classic! All of the things offered in the gaming classic and what costume Sandy Maxx will don while at the convention. Plus, Dinner with the Duchess, and Sunset Playhouse has an Elvis show!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Libby talks with the directors of the documentary film, "Peter Asher: Everywhere Man". - Documentarian Vianca Fuster talks about her short film, "Where It Started". - MIAD students Bailey Staerkel and Carmen Briones put on a fashion show! - Film Critic Matt Mueller gives his Milwaukee Film Festival picks! - WTMJ's Jessica Gatzow shares the story of a Wisconsin poet profiled in a new film.

On this edition of What's On Tap... - Elizabeth Lintonen recaps the red carpet open of UECK - Kenosha's Katie Camosy, Director of Gaslit, a documentary featuring Jane Fonda playing at this year's Milwaukee Film Festival - Ben Kossow, CEO of Riley Construction, talks about the Good Stand Project - where young entrepreneurs have a chance to to raise money for a charity of their choice - What Not to Wear host Stacy London talks about her new mission, helping people with psoriasis feel comfortable in their skin - Sandy Maxx recaps her Maxx-perience with "A Rockin' Midsummer Night's Dream"

On this episode of What's on Tap… 414 Day festivities around town! A preview of the upcoming MAXX-perience: Cocktails and a chat with the director of A ROCKIN' Midsummer Night's Dream. Milwaukee Public Market's Paige Hammond talks about their Gallery Night MKE plans! One of indie rock's biggest acts is coming to town! Harmonic Harvest Founder, President, and CEO Jenna Washuleski and Fundraising & Creative Programs Associate Julia Bradfish talk 414 Day and Gallery Night MKE! Director Samantha Martinson and Assistant Director Laura Kloser talk Next Act Theatre's Dinner with the Duchess.

Sandy joins Libby Collins to talk about her appearance on "Born to Bowl"!

Sandy joins the Upswing to talk about the upcoming Maxx-perience with Skylight Music Theatre!

Deb Marett from the Milwaukee County Federated Library System joins Sandy Maxx about how borrowing books can help build community and how MCFLS is celebrating National Poetry Month!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - A Michelin Guide to the Great Lakes has been announced, and Milwaukee is on the map! - Celebrating British Power Pop greats Badfinger with local musicians on April 28 at Waukesha's Let It Be club - It's a cast party! Husband-and-Wife Actors James Pickering and Tami Workentin talk about their new show, "George & Gracie: A Love Story" at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater. - Sandy invites you to her latest Maxx-perience, which includes seeing her on stage as part of Skylight Music Theatre's A ROCKIN' Midsummer Night's Dream on April 15th

Erik Bilstad would make an awesome Smaug. The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx! What’s going on this weekend? Some local plays including one that is The Hobbit! Which is awesome. Plus, more Broadway musicals that are *just* off Broadway. You’ll know what we mean.

Sandy Maxx talks with Milwaukee Film's Cara Ogburn about some of the documentaries at this year's Milwaukee Film Festival!

Sandy sits down with the filmmakers behind the upcoming Bob Uecker documentary and the organizers of the Milwaukee Film Festival beginning in less than two weeks.

Sandy Maxx highlights Wisconsin pride as West Allis and Madison face off in the Strongest Town tournament finals, with a look back at her conversation with Strong Towns’ Carlee Alm-LaBar and how to vote. She also rounds up Easter activities across the area, including Racine Art Museum’s Peep-inspired exhibit. Producer Jaslyn Snell shares must-see picks for the upcoming Milwaukee Film Festival. Plus, Sandy spotlights Skylight Theater’s immersive MAXX-perience.

Sandy Maxx joins Wisconsin's Morning News to preview events this weekend. Cheers to the 80s! A live showing of ‘Clue’ the movie and a cover band named Sixteen Candles that will be cranking out the 80s hits! Also, ‘Is This a Room?’ about the infamous Reality Winner FBI interrogation case that is at the Milwaukee Chamber Theater.

On this episode of What's on Tap... - Sunset Playhouse Executive Managing Director Ella Walker previews their 2026-2027 Season! - Clue cast member Lesley Ann Warren introduces The Song You Need To Hear and invites you to join her for a 40th Anniversary Screening of the movie.

Tight dresses, tight friendships and Tim Curry. Actress Lesley Ann Warren shares her stories of the making of the 1985 comedy film "Clue" in advance of her Milwaukee appearance hosting a special screening of the film on Thursday, April 2, at the Marcus Performing Arts Center.

Sunday What's On Tap: Larry David Returns!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Milwaukee Film Artistic Director Cara Ogburn talks about the newly-announced lineup for the Milwaukee Film Festival! - Local ways to celebrate World Theatre Day and Women's History Month! - Suggestions for your weekend and spring break! - A new song from a music legend.

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Talking with the directors of "UECK"! - We chat with fans about the excitement of Opening Day! - A wide variety of things to do and see this weekend. - A classic baseball poem, as read by a Milwaukee native.

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx on this Opening Day Thursday. Plenty of baseball celebrations through the weekend to look forward to. Also, an Easter Egg Hunt, and other concerts & shows to look forward to this weekend

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Marquette University Professor Gerry Canavan talks about Tolkien Reading Day and the Tolkien manuscripts owned by Marquette! - Filmmaker David Kaye and documentary subject Ella Coonen talk about "The Sound of a Bucket List". - Learn about 14 cocktails and mocktails inspired by artworks in The Pfister Hotel's collection! and much more!

ENCORE from 09-12-2024, Southern comedian Leanne Morgan joined Sandy Maxx to discuss her upcoming show in Milwaukee, her style of comedy and how she would get along well with Wisconsin women.

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Visit Milwaukee Vice President of Communications and Advocacy Claire Koenig talks about the 4th Annual Christian Yelich Home Plate Charity Event and a fashionable new collaboration. - Racine Theatre Guild Director of Marketing and Development Joycelyn Fish reveals their 2026-2027 season. - Three comedy show announcements and much more!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - The Laughing Tap owner Matt Kemple talks about the new location of the Laughing Tap! - Strong Towns Chief of Staff Carlee Alm-LaBar joins the show to talk about the Strongest Town bracket, whose final four include three Wisconsin cities against Chicago! - Three epic show announcements and much more!

September Club documentarians Steve Farr and Michael T. Volkmann join Sandy Maxx to give the latest updates on their upcoming film, "Ueck"! They talk about the origin of the documentary, getting to know Bob Uecker on a personal level, and how his health changed the course of their work.

Sunday What's On Tap: Dissecting a Reality TV Shakeup!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Musician Max Winkels talks about the 31st Annual Big Thaw Bluegrass Festival - Comedian Marta Segal Block discusses using comedy as a tool for communication - A plethora of pickle events and so much more!

Sandy Maxx joins Wisconsin's Morning News for The Weekend Trend! What is there to do this weekend?! A final tour in town, plus more shows to keep the Irish in you happy until next year's St. Patrick's Day. Plus, some rock acts, bluegrass acts, some movies to look forward to, and some awesome taste testings to take your weekend to the next level.

On this episode of What's On Tap... - September Club documentarians Steve Farr and Michael T. Volkmann give the latest updates on their upcoming film, "Ueck"! - Artist James Steeno and Art in the Burg co-organizer Megan Hanusa discuss Art in the Burg 2026! and more!

Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel Bar Manager Kris Scheifelbein joined Sandy Maxx to talk about their upcoming Cocktails 101 Workshop on March 20th!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel Bar Manager Kris Scheifelbein talks about their upcoming Cocktails 101 class! - Studio K Flamenco Artistic Director Kerensa DeMars talks about their upcoming production, "(W)Here in the World". - Skylight Music Theatre Artistic Director Michael Unger premieres their 2026-27 season! - Local photographer and artist Samer Ghani talks about his new book, "Memories of a Street Cat". and much more!

On this episode of What's on Tap, Sandy starts the show off with some traditional Irish music from local musicians and an explanation of Ceili Dance. Then, an interview with local musician and senior archivist of the Ward Irish Music Archives Jeff Ksaiazek. We wrap the show with a Song You Need to Hear from one of Ireland's most popular folk groups!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - CBS Entertainment Reporter Matt Wolfe talks the highs and lows of last night's ceremony. - Milwaukee Film's Communications & Public Relations Coordinator Robyn Ehrlich-Mai shares her thoughts on the Oscars. and more!

Milwaukee native Beth D’Amato, Associate VFX Supervisor and Digital Paint Supervisor at Industrial Light & Magic, shares highlights of her Hollywood career so far and the unique experience of watching the film "Song Sung Blue" as the daughter of Lightning & Thunder’s co-manager, Tom D’Amato, portrayed in the new film by Jim Belushi.

Sandy Maxx talks about three Wisconsin connections to look for at the Oscars!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Potawatomi Sportsbook Manager Austin Herdina joins the show to talk about Oscars betting! - CBS' Matt Wolfe joins the show to talk about the Oscars, why we love them, and if they're still relevant. - What's On Tap favorites share their Oscars picks. and much more!

Sandy Maxx joins Wisconsin’s Morning News with suggestions for weekend fun including many St. Patrick’s Day celebrations including parades in Milwaukee, Kenosha, Madison and Erin. Boxing Banjo and Pat McCurdy concerts, Oscars viewing parties and lean all the way into Friday the 13th festivities with Horror-Con at the Baird Center.

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Marquette University Teaching Associate Professor of English Paul Gagliardi discusses his class that dissects Oscar-winning films throughout history - Filmmaker Michael Jahr talks about Liberty At Stake: The Joshua Glover Story and how you can help fund his feature-length documentary - A Cast Party with the cast of Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's "Is This a Room" and much more!

On this edition of What's On Tap... - Vince Vitrano talks about the impact that the United Performing Arts Fund has on the city of Milwaukee and how you can get involved! - Concert announcements from Modest Mouse, Harry Connick Jr., and an epic tour coming to the State Fair!