Check back in March for the exciting 2011 events & entertainment line up.
2010 LFOA Event Schedule & Festival Amenities
Entertainment Schedule: Friday, June 18, 2010
12:30–1:00 PM | "Residual Moment"
A “dance for the camera” collaboration between dancer Liz Zastrow and visual artist Maria Bolivar.
1:30–2:30 PM | Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra
A special summer concert presentation featuring one of MYSO’s many talented ensembles.
3:00–3:30 PM | Fiber Arts Fashion Show
Hosted by Colleen Heather Rogan, Milwaukee Magazine Shopaholic and Savvy columnist, this stunning fashion spectacular features unique fiber art fashions and one-of-a-kind garments, coats, scarves and other imaginative fiber wearables created by LFOA artists.
4:30–6:00 PM | Uptown Savages
The timeless sounds of the roadhouse and honky-tonk, along with R & B, Blues and more. All played true to their roots but made fresh and contemporary, too.
7:00–8:30 PM | Mama Digdown’s Brass Band
While they nod respectively to the tradition of New Orleans Jazz, the street beat they add has earned them the reputation as one of the hottest and hardest hitting brass bands.
Entertainment Schedule: Saturday, June 19, 2010
11:30 AM–12:00 PM | Bailando Latin Dance Company
Milonga, Argentine Tango, and Salsa! Enjoy the entertainment while learning about the rich cultural history behind each of these dance styles.
12:30–1:00 PM | McMenamin Irish Dance Academy
As part of the explosive Irish dance scene in Milwaukee, the academy caters to all levels of Irish dance and culture for ages four and up. Don’t miss this traditional Irish dance performance guaranteed to get your toes tapping and your hands clapping!
1:30–2:00 PM | Fiber Arts Fashion Show
Hosted by Colleen Heather Rogan, Milwaukee Magazine Shopaholic and Savvy columnist, this stunning fashion spectacular features unique fiber art fashions and one-of-a-kind garments, coats, scarves and other imaginative fiber wearables created by LFOA artists.
2:30–4:00 PM | Knock on Wood
This group is the best kept secret in Southeastern Wisconsin. A “must see” live act and tribute to the great music of the 1970s capturing the musical essence and euphoria of the great album rock bands/acts such as Pink Floyd, Rolling Stones, America, Tom Petty, Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot, Jimmy Buffet and dozens more.
5:00–6:30 PM | Maritime
Milwaukee’s Maritime formed out of the ashes of the Promise Ring and the Dismemberment Plan. They have release three intriguing alternative rock albums and have toured internationally opening for Jimmy Eat World and others.
Entertainment Schedule: Sunday, June 20, 2010
11:30 AM–NOON | Danceworks Performing Company
Enjoy the collaboration that fuels the creative vision of this contemporary dance performance.
12:30 –2:00 PM | Pam and the Players
Where voice and guitar meet with a most unique interpretation of today’s jazz. Pam’s vocals are a blend of classic jazz singing and her own unique vocal style and expression.
3:00 –4:30 PM | Ryan McIntyre
Seven time WAMI award winner Ryan McIntyre performs a mix of hook filled originals and songs from his favorite artists. An outstanding singer/songwriter, he is one of the most sought after musicians in the Milwaukee area.
Performing Arts Schedule: PNC Children’s Experience
Friday, June 18, 2010
1:30–2:30 PM | BIG BLUE BALL
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts “Bug in a Rug” Theater
We all live on this wonderful planet called Earth. Come to hear music and folk tales from around the world focusing on the environment and embracing diversity.
3:00 PM | MILWAUKEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Children’s Stage
Stuart Steppers
4:00 PM | MILWAUKEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Children’s Stage
Southeast Education Center, Bully Goat Gruff (anti-bullying play)
Saturday, June 19, 2010
1:00 –3:00 PM | EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED!
Jugglers, mimes and magicians will be roaming the entire Children’s area.
1:00 –2:00 PM | THE KING’S RABBITS
The Village Playhouse of Wauwatosa
A king offers a great reward to anyone who can care for his rascally rabbits with out losing a single one. How hard can that be?
2:00 PM | MILWAUKEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Milwaukee High School of the Arts (MHSA)
Xalaat Africa Drum and Dance for Life
3:00–4:00 PM | BIG BLUE BALL
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts “Bug in a Rug” Theater
We all live on this wonderful planet called Earth. Come to hear music and folk tales from around the world focusing on the environment and embracing diversity.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
1:00 –3:00 PM | EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED!
Jugglers, mimes and magicians will be roaming the entire Children’s area.
1:00 –2:00 PM | THE KING’S RABBITS
The Village Playhouse of Wauwatosa
A king offers a great reward to anyone who can care for his rascally rabbits with out losing a single one. How hard can that be?
2:00–3:00 PM | Sonora Strings
A violin choir of advanced students, ages 10-16, from Suzuki Strings of Madison performing modern, romantic and popular musical selections.
3:00–4:00 PM | BIG BLUE BALL
Sunset Playhouse School for the Arts “Bug in a Rug” Theater
We all live on this wonderful planet called Earth. Come to hear music and folk tales from around the world focusing on the environment and embracing diversity.
