Mark your calendars! The Wisconsin premiere of Dog Man: The Musical is coming to the Marcus Performing Arts Center on May 3 and May 4, 2025.
Based on Dav Pilkey’s best-selling book series, this hilarious and heartwarming production promises a fun-filled adventure for audiences of all ages.
About the Show
Dog Man: The Musical follows the escapades of Dog Man, a crime-fighting canine with the head of a dog and the body of a policeman. Can Dog Man save the city from Flippy, the cyborg fish, and his army of Beasty Buildings? Can he outsmart Petey, the world’s most evil cat, and his mischievous clone? And will George and Harold finish their epic show before lunchtime? This musical blends memorable songs, clever humor, and a touching storyline that will resonate with both kids and adults.
Featuring a talented cast and an acclaimed creative team, the production has earned praise from critics and audiences alike. The New York Times called it “a howling good time,” and author Dav Pilkey described it as “the perfect mash-up of memorable music, humor, and love.”
If your kids love Dog Man, they’ll also enjoy exploring other fantastic reads! Check out our recommendations for the best books for 3rd graders and our list of classic books for 4th graders.
Performance Details
- When: Saturday, May 3, 2025, and Sunday, May 4, 2025
- Where: Marcus Performing Arts Center, 929 North Water Street, Milwaukee, WI
- Tickets: On sale starting Friday, December 20, 2024, at noon. Visit MarcusCenter.org, call 414-273-7206, or stop by the box office. Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more by calling 414-273-7207.
This co-presentation by First Stage and the Marcus Performing Arts Center showcases the power of partnerships in bringing vibrant family entertainment to Milwaukee.
Families looking for more local events and activities can explore our Milwaukee Events Calendar for other activities happening in Milwaukee.
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