❝This week, Witt hopes that even if visitors don’t venture to the places the marquee is highlighting, residents will be reminded to support their favorite Milwaukee locales❞ - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Pabst Theater Group
Entertainment Providers
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 1,918 followers
The Pabst Theater • The Riverside Theater • Turner Hall Ballroom • Vivarium • Miller High Life Theatre
About us
The Pabst Theater Group is a multi-faceted entertainment organization whose activities include the booking, marketing and hosting of over 800 live performances per year in and around the city of Milwaukee in iconic, creative places of public assembly that help to build community, loyalty and reinforce identity and heritage for Milwaukee. What began simply with Witt and co-owner & COO Matt Beringer saving the legendary and historic Pabst Theater (1,350 cap) has now grown to become The Pabst Theater Group, which now also includes High Life Theatre (4,000 cap.), Riverside Theater (2,450 cap.), Turner Hall Ballroom (1,000 cap.), Vivarium (450 cap.) and The Fitzgerald (a wedding/private events venue) as well as shows around the city in multiple other venues including Fiserv Forum. Now in its 22nd year, The Pabst Theater Group employs 350 persons (and is known for having one of the best backstage dining experience for artists in America), contributes over a quarter of a billion dollars to Milwaukee’s economy annually while also helping to define the city’s soul and identity.
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pabsttheatergroup.com
External link for Pabst Theater Group
- Industry
- Entertainment Providers
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Type
- Public Company
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- Entertainment, Concerts and Events, Marketing, and Facilities
Locations
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144 E Wells St
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202, US
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116 W Wisconsin Ave
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202, US
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1040 N 4th St
Milwaukee, WI 53203, US
Employees at Pabst Theater Group
Updates
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Today, we join the call to action to support the #FansFirstAct. As independent venues, we've seen the impact of unfair ticketing practices on both our business and our fans. Let Congress know we need transparency and fairness in ticketing. Together, we can create a better future for live entertainment. Make your voice heard today, send a letter to Congress at fixthetix.org
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"I want us to succeed with this. I desperately need us as a city to succeed with the RNC, but we also shouldn't stand still and be quiet when it's not succeeding." - Gary Witt (Pabst Theater Group CEO) via TMJ4 News
Where are all the customers? Business owners share updates on reservations ahead of July RNC
tmj4.com
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Our box office is closed today, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth. Check out a few resources we put together to help YOU celebrate today ft. Bandcamp, MKE Black, TRUE SKOOL INC, and more below! How are you celebrating Juneteenth in Milwaukee?
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We're excited to share that #NIVA25 is coming to Milwaukee in June 2025! As local Milwaukee members of the NIVA - National Independent Venue Association, we’re thrilled to host the fourth annual conference in our vibrant city. With over 1,300 attendees at #NIVA24 in New Orleans, we can’t wait to showcase our incredible independent venues through panels, programming, and unforgettable performances. From our world-class dining and museums to our supportive community, NIVA ‘25 attendees are in for an amazing experience. Stay tuned for more details. We can’t wait to welcome you all to Milwaukee! 🔗 For more info and updates ➤ nivassoc.org/conference
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We're excited to introduce a special edition Pabst Theater shirt in partnership with Redwall Screen Printing to celebrate Pride Month this June! All proceeds from the shirt will benefit Courage MKE, an incredible organization dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth in Milwaukee. Grab one today and rep Pabst Theater in style! ➤ bit.ly/PABSTPRIDE24 #PabstTheater #PrideMonth #CourageMKE #SupportLGBTQYouth #LoveIsLove #MilwaukeePride #Pride2024
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Your Love, Rooted in Milwaukee 🌱 Vivarium is available to book for your reception or private event! We specialize in seated receptions up to 150 guests, and cocktail style receptions up to 250 guests. Are you interested in holding your event with us? Visit us here ➤ bit.ly/VIVRENTALMKE24
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