Plan Your Visit
Your guide to a seamless visit to Skylight Music Theatre. Find everything you need to know about parking, dining, accessibility, venues, and what to expect when you arrive.
Photo By: Mark Frohna
Our Box Office
Hours
- Summer Hours: Open Daily at 12pm
Monday – Friday: Noon – 5 p.m & two hours before curtain
Weekends: Noon – curtain call when performances are scheduled
Our summer hours are active Memorial Day – Labor Day
Address
Getting Here
From the South
From the South (I-43 North): Head north on I-43 N/I-94 W. Take exit 310C to merge onto I-794 E toward Lakefront. Take exit 1E for Jackson St. and continue straight. Turn right onto E Menomonee St. The theatre is located at 158 N Broadway.
From the North
From the North (I-43 South): Take I-43 South toward downtown Milwaukee. Merge onto I-794 East. Exit at Jackson/Van Buren and continue until Menomonee. Turn right on Menomonee. The theatre is located at 158 N Broadway.
From the West
From the West (I-94 East): Take I-94 East into Milwaukee. Follow signs for I-794 East toward Lakefront. Exit at Jackson/Van Buren and continue until Menomonee. Turn right on Menomonee. The theatre is located at 158 N Broadway.
Via Bus
Via Bus (MCTS): Multiple MCTS routes serve downtown Milwaukee including the Connect 1 and Green Line. Stops along Water Street and Broadway are within walking distance of the Broadway Theatre Center. Check MCTS schedules for the most current routes and timing.
Parking
Paid parking is available in nearby Third Ward and downtown Milwaukee garages and surface lots. The closest options include the Historic Third Ward parking structures and Broadway Street garages within a short walk of the theatre.
Street parking may be available but is limited during performance times. We recommend arriving early to allow time for parking and a relaxed arrival experience.
Parking vouchers may be available through the Box Office for select nearby garages—please inquire when purchasing tickets.
Dining at Skylight
Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar offers beer, wine, cocktails, and light concessions before performances and during intermission. It opens approximately one hour prior to curtain and accepts credit card payments.
Nearby Dinner Options
Skylight Music Theatre is a proud to partner with Kimpton Journeyman Hotel and Tre Rivali to offer special dinner and a show and overnight stay packages.
Choose Your Night Out Experience
Make your visit even more memorable with an overnight stay or curated dining and theatre pairings in Milwaukee’s vibrant restaurant district.
Accessibility
ASL & Sensory Friendly
Skylight Music Theatre is committed to making performances accessible to all patrons. Accessible seating is available throughout the theatre, and our staff is available to assist with mobility needs, entry, and accommodations.
Our Inclusive Performances embrace the concepts of Universal Design with the ultimate goal of creating a shared experience for an audience, regardless of one’s abilities.
For accessibility questions or assistance, please contact our Box Office at (414) 291-7800 or tickets@skylightmusictheatre.org.
We offer ASL-interpreted performances, assistive listening devices, and sensory-friendly accommodations for select productions. Advance notice is encouraged so we can best support your visit.
Community Programming
Pride Nights
Skylight Music Theatre celebrates Pride all season long with special pre-show performances that turn a night at the theatre into a full-on community celebration.
Enjoy a complimentary drink and exclusive pre-show entertainment. It’s music theatre with a little extra sparkle!
2026-2027 Pride Nights Include:
- Gypsy – September 26th, 2026
- Dear Evan Hansen – January 23rd, 2027
- Rock of Ages – April 17th, 2027
Veterans Nights
We appreciate the sacrifices made by our Veterans and first responders. Thanks to the Gary Sinise Foundation, Veterans and First Responders can enjoy dinner and a show during our renewed Veterans nights!
Skylights Insights
Join Skylight Music Theatre for Skylight Insights — FREE, in-depth discussions with Artistic Director Michael Unger one hour before each Wednesday and Sunday performance in the Skylight Salon.
1:00 PM for Matinees
6:30 PM for Evening Performances
Skylight Insights are FREE, open to the public, and last about 30 minutes. The Salon is located on the 2nd floor at the top of the Grand Staircase, also accessible by elevator.
Our Venues
Cabot Theatre
The Cabot Theatre is Skylight’s mainstage venue, seating approximately 338 guests in an intimate, historic opera-house style setting known for its rich acoustics and close connection between audience and performers.
Studio Theatre
The Studio Theatre is a flexible black box space seating approximately 99 guests, used for intimate productions, education programming, and experimental works.
Skylight Bar
The Skylight Bar is a welcoming pre-show and intermission space offering beer, wine, cocktails, and light concessions in a relaxed atmosphere.
Dorothea C. Mayer Salon
The Dorothea C. Mayer Salon is an elegant event space used for receptions, donor events, pre-show lectures, and private gatherings in the heart of the Broadway Theatre Center.
Looking to Host Your Next Event at Skylight?
From corporate gatherings to private celebrations, Skylight Music Theatre offers distinctive historic spaces in Milwaukee’s Third Ward for unforgettable events.
FAQs
What time does the theatre open before a performance?
The theatre typically opens one hour before curtain. Lobby and bar areas are available for patrons to enjoy prior to performances.
Where is Skylight Music Theatre located?
We are located at 158 N Broadway in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward inside the Broadway Theatre Center.
Is parking available nearby?
Yes, several paid parking garages and lots are within walking distance of the theatre, with parking vouchers available at select locations.
Do you offer accessible seating?
Yes, limited accessible seating is available throughout the theatre. Please contact the Box Office for assistance.
How do I pick up my tickets?
Tickets may be delivered digitally or picked up at the Box Office prior to your performance.
Can I exchange my tickets?
Exchanges are typically free for subscribers and $5 minimum for non-subscribers. To exchange your seat assignment or performance date, or to upgrade to a subscription, contact the Box Office.
Do you offer group discounts?
Yes, group pricing is available for qualifying groups of 10 or more.
How do I contact the Box Office?
Call (414) 291-7800 or email tickets@skylightmusictheatre.org during business hours.