Bradley Symphony Center — Attraction in Milwaukee

I love all kinds of music from death metal to classical. As long as it lifts me and allows me to float on sound. I'm happily adrift on the waves. I went to Beethoven piano &pictures at an exhibition. It was amazing, I had the pleasure of sitting next to a former violinist who gave me me a new word when the violin is plucked its call a pizzicato” or just “pizz” lol. the venue it's self was beautiful with a fascinating history. It was so beautiful. I felt like I was in a gilded jewel box. I remember when it was an ugly movie theatre with charm of a shoe box, Times change. While I was captivated by the music, I drank a 20 year old scotch on the rocks from concessions. Just to make myself feel fancy. They have a buffet style restaurant there so u can have dinner and a show without leaving the building. Next time, I'm going to do it . The smell from the food was amazing. the price 32$ I was in the front row where, up close, I could see the performers. The passion as they played enhanced the experience 10 fold. They also have optional parking as in add-on for tickets. So brave the cold and...

We came to see/listen to Joshua Bell and the MSO. The new theater is beautiful and spacious. Acoustics are fabulous. The seating is comfortable, but a little challenging to get around people who don't move if you are in the middle during intermission. Security is like all public events now, metal detectors walk-through and bag search if they see something; very friendly and professional staff. Beverages and food are very expensive for what you receive. It's like airport food with limited choices. Paid $60 including 20% tip for a Coke, glass of wine, fruit cup, vegetable cup and ham sandwich. Then $20 including 20% tip for an oatmeal raisin cookie and two Cokes during intermission. Staff were wonderful. The MSO is first rate and so worth going to hear live....

The Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra's new home is another sparkling jewel added to the growing necklace of beautifully restored buildings in the greater Milwaukee area, including the Pabst Theater and Milwaukee Rep complex, the Oriental Theatre, the Avalon movie house with its changing star ceiling, and a number of older and newer spots such as the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Jewish Museum, the Pabst Mansion, and the Villa Terrace and the Charles Allis museum. Now, if a way could be found to finish the Modjeska Theater and Turner's Grand Ballroom, two more of the many of Milwaukee" jewels...