Director defends Pride flag in Parker Arts' “Shrek” as cast resists pressure to remove it

A creative choice to feature a Pride flag in “Shrek the Musical” at Parker’s PACE Center has ignited controversy, prompting complaints, sponsor backlash and a public stand by the cast.
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“What Happened to Free Speech and Artistic Expression?”

So, what happened to free speech and artistic expression? If people don’t want to see that, they don’t have to go. Maybe ...

Patch AM: Oak Creek man accused in nine Milwaukee-area business break-ins

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Patch AM: How Greendale’s girls pushed Kenosha Indian Trail to the final buzzer

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The True Stories Behind Iconic Cartoons: Frank Fiegel’s Life As Popeye, Helen Kane’s Influence On Betty Boop And Maurice Tillet’s Shrek Connection

From Popeye to Shrek, several beloved cartoon characters were inspired by real people. This article uncovers the fascinating ...
The Herald-Dispatch

Local students win national theater award at 2026 JTF Atlanta

Students representing First Stage Theatre Company earned recognition at the 2026 Junior Theater Festival Atlanta (JTF Atlanta ...