Broadway Hits and Museum Yoga: Your Guide to Saturday in Milwaukee

A Day of Arts and Culture in the Cream City

Milwaukee is buzzing this Saturday, March 7, 2026, with a diverse array of cultural offerings ranging from high-stakes Broadway drama to serene morning yoga. Whether you are looking for a family-friendly morning or a sophisticated night out at one of our historic theaters, the city has a wealth of verified local events to explore.

Theatrical Masterpieces and Broadway Magic

Theater enthusiasts have several high-profile options today. At the Marcus Performing Arts Center, the haunting and Tony Award-winning musical Hadestown continues its run at Uihlein Hall. This modern retelling of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth is scheduled for both a 2:00 p.m. matinee and a 7:30 p.m. evening performance. Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Repertory Theater is in the midst of its most ambitious season yet at the newly opened Associated Bank Theater Center. Today’s lineup includes:

• Ain't Misbehavin': A high-energy tribute to the music of Fats Waller, performing at the Stackner Cabaret.
• August Wilson's The Piano Lesson: A powerful exploration of family legacy and history, showing at the Checota Powerhouse Theater.
• McNeal: A darkly comic new work by Pulitzer Prize-winner Ayad Akhtar, playing in the Herro-Franke Studio Theater.

Morning Wellness and Gallery Highlights

The Milwaukee Art Museum is hosting a full schedule of events for those looking to engage with the arts early in the day. Start your morning with 'Yoga at MAM' from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., followed by a series of specialized tours and workshops. A highlight of the current season is the 2026 Scholastic Art Awards: Wisconsin Exhibition, which showcases award-winning works from talented teenagers across the state in the Schroeder Galleria. Visitors can also join a drop-in tour from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. specifically celebrating women artists in the collection.

Community Openings and Live Music

For families, today marks a significant milestone as the Northwestern Mutual Community Park at Henry Maier Festival Park officially opens for the 2026 season. Starting at 10:00 a.m., children and families can enjoy this inclusive and accessible play space for free. As the sun sets, the city’s music venues come alive. The Record Company brings their raw, soulful blues-rock sound to the historic Pabst Theater at 8:00 p.m., while Lil Ed and the Blues Imperials take the stage at Shank Hall. For those in the mood for laughter, comedian Jimmy O. Yang is performing at the Riverside Theatre at 8:00 p.m.