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About First Stage Theatre

Welcome to the official First Stage Theatre venues guide in Milwaukee. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket access to two intimate and versatile spaces: the Goodman Mainstage Hall at the Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (MYAC) and the Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts. Whether you’re seeing a family-friendly show like Disney’s Frozen or a contemporary production such as The Rose of Treason, you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and dining to help you plan your visit.

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Venues and seating
Milwaukee Youth Arts Center (MYAC) houses the Goodman Mainstage Hall with 142 seats in-the-round, offering an intimate, immersive experience. The adjacent First Stage box office at MYAC handles tickets and information. For larger productions, the Todd Wehr Theater at the Marcus Center seats 498 in a thrust configuration, providing a broader stage view while keeping a close connection to the action.

Parking and transit
Parking is limited adjacent to MYAC; street parking is available nearby. The Marcus Center offers a dedicated Parking Structure with prepaid options. For public transit, MCTS bus routes 15, 18, and 57 serve the area, and The Hop streetcar provides convenient downtown access.

Nearby hotels and dining
When you’re in town for a performance, several nearby hotels and dining options are worth considering. Notable hotels include Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel, Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee, Hilton Milwaukee City Center, and Aloft Milwaukee Downtown. The upcoming The Marc Hotel (opening Jan 2026) adds to the convenient staying options. For dining, you’ll find a range of casual and refined choices within a short walk or ride from the venues. We highlight affiliate partner hotels and restaurant options to help you secure your stay and meals with ease.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: Milwaukee Youth Arts Center, 325 W. Walnut St., Milwaukee, WI 53212 (_firstStage box office and MYAC location).
  • Goodman Mainstage Hall capacity: 142 seats (in-the-round) at MYAC.
  • Todd Wehr Theater capacity: 498 seats (thrust stage) at Marcus Performing Arts Center.
  • Venues: Goodman Mainstage Hall (MYAC) and Todd Wehr Theater (Marcus Center) are current First Stage performance spaces.
  • Parking: Limited parking adjacent to MYAC; street parking nearby; Marcus Center Parking Structure with prepaid options.
  • Transit: MCTS bus routes (e.g., Route 15, 18, 57) serve the area; The Hop streetcar provides downtown transit access.
  • Nearby hotels: Saint Kate – The Arts Hotel; Ambassador Hotel Milwaukee; Hilton Milwaukee City Center; Aloft Milwaukee Downtown; The Marc Hotel (opening Jan 2026).
  • Notable events/season: First Stage productions at MYAC and Todd Wehr Theater; recent season includes Goosebumps: Phantom of the Auditorium, The Rose of Treason, Julius Caesar, Disney’s Frozen, among others.