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.
Another Banner Year!
After a wonderful 50th anniversary for UPAF, we have done it again for our groups with the support from a wonderful community! Thank you!
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.
Thank you for participating in the 2018 UPAF Ride for the Arts!
Please mark your calendars for next year’s Ride, Sunday, June 2, 2019!
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 & support the performing arts in Southeastern Wisconsin.
UPAF Ride for the Arts
The 38th Annual UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, will be held Sunday, June 2, 2019! Mark your calendars to sign up to ride or volunteer! Registration for next year’s Ride is open! Click here!
Performance Calendar
2018-19 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.
Present Music’s Annual Musical Meditation on Gratitude
October 3, 2018 (Milwaukee, WI) – Present Music’s annual THANKSGIVING concert continues this year, with its focus on unity and community. Over one
Wisconsin Philharmonic “Friday Flix! Classic Hollywood Scores” with Concertmaster Tim Kamps
Come join the Wisconsin Philharmonic for a fun, family-oriented evening as we celebrate the many moods of the very greatest of Amer
BizTimes Reports on UPAF 2018 Allocation to Member Groups
UPAF is proud to share that over $9 Million will be allocated to Member Groups following the 2018 Campaign.
Shepherd Express: UPAF Allocates More Than $9 Million to Member Groups
The Shepherd Express reports on UPAF's 2018 Allocation to Member Groups.
Learn about the upcoming performing arts season and the importance of UPAF in Milwaukee from Milwaukee Ballet and Skylight Music Theatre. Both joined
First Stage Previews Matilda on TODAY’S TMJ4 for Performing Arts Month
First Stage Director of Artistic Operations, Jeff Schaetzke, and young performers Taylor Arnstein, Reese Bell, and Marina Evans explain the First Sta
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