Kids from Wisconsin 50th Tour
By Tina Weiss
Directed by Taras Nahirniak
The summer of 2018 marks the 50th anniversary for the Kids From Wisconsin. The KIDS perform each summer throughout Wisconsin with twice daily shows at the Wisconsin State Fair. They began in 1969 to showcase the best faces and talent of Wisconsin's youth. They have remained true to their mission and are now one of the most iconic and beloved performing troupes throughout Wisconsin. Performing in nearly 65 shows each summer to over 120,000 terrific fans.
This wholesome group of performers showcases the best of the best in musical talent.
Produced by Kids from Wisconsin. Auditions at Haas Fine Arts at UW Eau Claire, and at Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 929 N Water Street, Milwaukee
Performances: June 21 - August 17, 2018
Performances Dates
Date
Show
Hosted by
21-Jun
Premier in West Allis
TBD
22-Jun
Bay view - Chill on the Hill at Humboldt Park
Bayview Neighborhood Assoc.
and Milwaukee County Parks23-Jun
Ripon - Ripon HS PAC
Ripon Chamber of Commerce
24-Jun
Brewers Game
Milwaukee Brewers
25-Jun
Milwaukee Workshop at Milwaukee Youth Arts Center
Kids from Wisconsin
26-Jun
River Falls - UWRF
University of River Falls Concert Series
27-Jun
New Richmond - New Richmond HS Theatre
New Richmond Rotary
28-Jun
Tomah TBD
29-Jun
Brillon - Endries Theatre
Endries Performing Arts Center
1-Jul
Whitefish Bay - Music in the Glen, Whitefish Bay HS Theatre
Music in the Glen, City of Glendale
2-Jul
Private Show
4-Jul
Monona - Monona Festival
Monona Festival
5-Jul
Cedarburg - Cedarburg HS Theatre
Port Washington HS Music Dept.
6-Jul
Plymouth - Plymouth HS Theatre
Plymouth Arts Center
7-Jul
Walworth - Big Foot HS PAC
Big Foot High School Band Program
8-Jul
Dubuque - Dubuque Arboretum
Dubuque Arts Council
10-Jul
TBD
11-Jul
Shawano - Shawano HS Theatre
Wolf River Harmony Chorus
12-Jul
Manitowoc - Capital Civic Center
Manitowoc Noon Rotary
13-Jul
Brussels - Southern Door HS Auditorium
Southern Door Community Auditorium
15-Jul
Marshfield - Marshfield HS Theatre
School District of Marshfield - Music Dept.
16-Jul
Wisconsin Rapids - Wisconsin Rapids Performing Arts Center
The Arts Council of South Wood County
17-Jul
Antigo - Antigo High School Theatre
Antigo Rotary Club
18-Jul
Rice Lake - Rice Lake HS Theatre
Rice Lake Kiwanis
19-Jul
TBD
20-Jul
Fort Atkinson - Fort Atkinson HS Theatre
Fort Atkinson High School Music Dept.
21-Jul
TBD
22-Jul
Oshkosh - Leach Amphitheatre
Oshkosh Parks Department
25-Jul
Hartford - Schauer Arts Center
Schauer Arts and Activities Center
26-Jul
New London - New London HS Theatre
New London Lions Club
27-Jul
TBD
29-Jul
Milwaukee - Peck Pavilion
Marcus Center for the Performing Arts
31-Jul
Wausau - Wisconsin Valley Fair
Wisconsin Valley Fair
8/2 - 8/12 Aug 12
Wisconsin State Fair
Wisconsin State Fair
14-Aug
Stevens Point - Sentry Theatre
Plover Kiwanis Club
15-Aug
Fond du lac - Buttermilk Park
Fond Du Lac Symphonic Band
16-Aug
De Pere - St. Norbert College, Walter Theatre
Kiwanis club of Allouez-Greater Green Bay
17-Aug
Monona - Monona Grove HS Theatre
Monona Grove show Choir
Call 414-266-7067 for more information.
Auditions
Auditions will be held on the following days:
2/16/2018
2/23/2018
2/24/2018
2/25/2018Announcing the 2018 Kids from Wisconsin Auditions!
The KIDS from Wisconsin have begun their search for the most talented performers, ages 15-20 across the state. Instrumentalists and vocalists/dancers should apply online for a spot at the annual February auditions to be held February 16th in Eau Claire and February 23rd-25th in Milwaukee.
Auditions for the 2018 season (the KFW 50th anniversary year)
Eau Claire
February 16 (Friday) - UW Eau Claire
Haas Fine Arts Building, 2PM to 6PM
Milwaukee
February 23 (Friday) - Milwaukee
Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 3PM to 6PM
February 24 (Saturday) - Milwaukee
Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 9AM to 6PM
February 25 (Sunday) - Milwaukee
Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, 10AM to 4PM
Milwaukee auditions include:
Audition critique and feedback
Personal interview
KFW overview session
Seeking 35 Performers
22- Singer/dancers
13 - Instrumentalists to include: Percussion, Piano/Synth, Guitar, Bass, Trombones (Bass and Tenor), Trumpets, Woodwinds (must play alto, tenor and possibly baritone saxophones and clarinet)
Eligibility
Must be a Wisconsin resident or Wisconsin college resident
Must be between the ages of 15 and 20 from June 1 and August 20, 2018Fill out online application: www.kidsfromwisconsin.org/info and all required documentation. Walk on auditions welcome, only if time allows.
Full summer commitment from June through August 20th
Out of state college students may inquire about alternative audition options: 414-266-7067