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About Baumgartner Center for Dance
Located in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward, Baumgartner Center for Dance hosts intimate performances in the We Energies Foundation Performance Studio, a black-box theater with flexible staging and seating up to 208. Whether you’re catching Milwaukee Ballet productions or Encore programs, this venue offers an engaging, accessible experience with nearby parking, transit options, and a curated selection of local dining and lodging. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.
Address: 128 N Jackson St, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Main entrance on North Jackson Street.
Venue highlights include ADA seating and 208 seats on auditorium-style risers, plus ADA-accessible parking when available. The Hop streetcar and L-Line extension provide convenient access to the lakefront and downtown connections from Historic Third Ward. For a comfortable stay and a great meal before or after a show, we Recommend our trusted affiliate partners for hotels and restaurants in the area: The Journeyman Hotel and Brewhouse Inn & Suites are excellent lodging options nearby, with dining and nightlife within easy reach. When you’re ready to secure seats, we’ll help you find the best available option with no-fuss checkout and reliable service.
Nearby options and transit details help you plan your visit efficiently. If you’re attending Milwaukee Ballet performances like Coppélia during the 50th season kickoff or upcoming Encore programs in 2026, use our site to confirm the exact date and venue details as schedules may change. Date to be announced for future events as needed.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 128 N Jackson St, Milwaukee, WI 53202.
- Venue type: We Energies Foundation Performance Studio is a black-box theater within Baumgartner Center for Dance.
- Capacity: 208 seats on auditorium-style risers with ADA seating.
- Parking: Free 2-hour street parking nearby; large Italian Community Center lot to the north; limited ADA parking in a private lot; main entrance on North Jackson Street.
- Transit: The Hop streetcar serves the area; L-Line extension provides access to the lakefront; Historic Third Ward EB and other Third Ward stops connect to downtown.
- Nearby hotels: The Journeyman Hotel (310 E Chicago St); Brewhouse Inn & Suites (1215 N 10th St).
- Notable events: Milwaukee Ballet productions (e.g., Coppélia in the 50th season kickoff, Oct 17, 2019) and Encore programs (2026), plus Milwaukee Ballet II showcases.