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 37th Annual UPAF Ride for the Arts, sponsored by Miller Lite, was held Sunday, June 3, 2018. Registration for next year’s Ride is open! Click here! Mark your calendars to sign up to ride or volunteer Sunday June 2, 2019!
Performance Calendar
2017-18 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.
Celebrating Performing Arts Month with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra and TODAY’S TMJ4
Mark Neihaus, President & Executive Director of the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra appeared on TODAY'S TMJ4 to share information about fantastic per
Milwaukee Ballet on The Morning Blend as part of Performing Arts Month
The Milwaukee Ballet appeared on The Morning Blend to share why the performing arts are important to Milwaukee and to share information about their up
UPAF Discusses Performing Arts Month Efforts with TODAY’S TMJ4’s Vince Vitrano
Isabelle Koenig, Donor and Community Relations Manager at UPAF, speaks with Vince Vitrano on TODAY'S TMJ4 Noon News about UPAF's efforts in promoting
Shepherd Express: Raising the Curtain on the Performing Arts Season
UPAF dubs September 'Performing Arts Month' in community outreach effort
Kicking Off Performing Arts Month on The Morning Blend
Deanna Tillisch, UPAF President & CEO, appeared on The Morning Blend to kick off Performing Arts Month. We were also joined by Wanyah Frazier and
HEAR WHAT’S IN THE HEART is Back by Popular Demand at Next Act
Milwaukee, WI - After a successful spring run, Next Act Theatre, with Anthony Crivello and Steve Scionit, will re
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