The United Performing Arts Fund
We are an umbrella nonprofit organization that raises funds to support 14 of Southeastern Wisconsin’s most prominent performing arts groups including First Stage, Florentine Opera Company, Milwaukee Ballet, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and Skylight Music Theatre.
Thank you to our newest $3,000 + company donors!
Your company can host a Workplace Giving Campaign!
Whether you’re a small business, large corporation, or a nonprofit, you can join over 200 local businesses and organizations that are making a difference through their UPAF Workplace Giving Campaigns.
Donors of $100 or more receive the UPAF SMART CARD!
The UPAF SMART CARD, sponsored by Associated Bank, offers “buy one, get one FREE” tickets to one performance for each of the 15 UPAF Members Groups, as well as drink and discount offers from various restaurants.
Mark your calendars for the 2020 UPAF Ride for the Arts!
Register now! The UPAF Ride for the Arts, Sponsored by Miller Lite will be held Sunday, May 31, 2020!
The performing arts educate our children.
UPAF Member Groups impact the lives of hundreds of thousands of children each year by delivering quality arts education directly in the classroom, through after-school programs and on an individual basis with scholarships.
Arts Education
Collectively, UPAF Member Groups provide arts education to thousands of children, replacing what drastic budget cuts have taken away in many of our schools. Each year, they deliver quality arts education directly in the classroom, through after-school programs and on an individual basis with scholarships.
Host a Workplace Giving Campaign!
A Workplace Giving Campaign is a company-sponsored fundraising drive where employees can contribute to UPAF, have a fun, rewarding way to increase employee engagement and support the performing arts. Click here to access the Ambassador Prop Shop for tools to use for your campaign!
UPAF Ride for the Arts
Thank you to the riders and sponsors of the UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite. Registration is open for the 2020 UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, to be held May 31, 2020! Click here to get the special price!
Performance Calendar
2019-20 Season
Use our online Performance Calendar to find available dance, music and theater from UPAF Cornerstone Member Groups, Member Groups and Affiliates to create your special entertainment outing! You can sort by event or performance group type, as well as month, week and day.
Testimonials
The performing arts have a real and meaningful effect on the lives of thousands of people in Southeastern Wisconsin every year. Whether it’s a child finding her voice, an elderly man reconnecting with music or a mother watching her son come out of his shell, these stories show us just how important the arts are to our well-being.
UPAF News
Find out all the latest news about UPAF, our Member Groups and all the performing arts happenings in Southeastern Wisconsin.
Bel Canto Chorus Celebrates the Holidays with Christmas in the Basilica
MILWAUKEE, WI (November 12, 2019)—Bel Canto Chorus brings its vocal power and beauty to the holiday season with its annual Christmas in the Basilica
Skylight Music Theatre Extends Contract of Executive Director Jack R. Lemmon
Milwaukee, Wis. (October 29, 2019) — Skylight Music Theatre Board of Directors President Marta Bianchini announced the renewal and
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre presents JEEVES AT SEA
Milwaukee, Wis. (October 22, 2019) – Milwaukee Chamber Theatre’s 45th anniversary season continues wi
Present Music’s Thanksgiving Concert Introduces New Traditions
OCTOBER 3, 2019 (MILWAUKEE, WI) – Milwaukee’s holiday season truly begins with Thanksgiving. Present Music’s new Co-Artistic Directors, David Bl
Milwaukee, WI (October 7, 2019) – True to its mission of nurturing local theatre artists, Milwaukee Chamber Theatre (MCT) presents
Milwaukee Chamber Theatre Announces Departure of Managing Director
Milwaukee, WI. (OCTOBER 2019) – Milwaukee Chamber Theatre’s Managing Director Kirsten Finn has announced that sh
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