First Stage in Milwaukee, WI is one of the nation's most acclaimed theaters for families and young audiences. Established in 1987, it has become the second largest theater company in Milwaukee, offering a wide range of products and services to its patrons. First Stage presents a diverse selection of plays and musicals as part of its 2023/2024 Season of Plays, including popular productions such as Dream, Quickie! Dream!, The Forgotten Girl, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever: The Musical, Henry IV Part 1, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical, Elephant & Piggie's We Are In a Play!, Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical, An Enemy of the People, and Escape from Peligro Island.

In addition to their performances, First Stage also offers a variety of programs for young performers through its Theater Academy, the largest high impact theater training program in the nation. They provide classes, intensives, and workshops that foster both stage skills and life skills. Furthermore, First Stage is dedicated to arts-in-education programming, enriching schools and the community with active learning experiences.

The theater also relies on the generous support of individuals, corporations, and foundations to fulfill its mission of transforming lives through theater. Come and experience the magic of First Stage in Milwaukee, where they create unforgettable theatrical experiences for all ages