What's On Tap

Blues icon Buddy Guy joins Sandy Maxx ahead of his Riverside Theatre performance for a conversation filled with humor, heart, and hard-earned wisdom. Buddy reflects on his journey from a two-string guitar in rural Louisiana to becoming one of the most influential musicians of all time, shares stories from decades on the road, and explains why connecting with audiences still drives him at nearly 90...

What to expect and who to root for with Wisconsin connections at the Tony Awards. Plus your invitation to join Sandy Maxx at the Tony Awards Watch Party at Skylight Music Theatre!

On this special Tony Awards preview edition of What's On Tap with Sandy Maxx, Sandy explores Wisconsin's remarkable connections to Broadway's biggest night. Milwaukee native and Tony Award nominee for Best Sound Design for a Play, Josh Schmidt, talks about the journey and dynamics of the play, BUG. Tony Award winner Anthony Crivello and Skylight Music Theatre Executive Director and Broadway vetera...

On this episode of What's On Tap with Sandy Maxx, Milwaukee Rep Artistic Director Mark Clements joins Sandy for a lively preview of the 2026 Tony Awards, sharing his picks, predictions, and insights on Broadway's biggest night. Artist Adam Himebauch discusses the citywide Milwaukee Gold Rush scavenger hunt and its National Cheese Day-inspired finale. Sneaker entrepreneur Eric "Shake" James and cre...

The Weekend Trend and festival season is in full swing and we’re kicking off tonight with Pridefest and Jazz in the Park! Plus, a Scottish festival, The Art64 event is this weekend as well. And the Wisconsin connections to the biggest stage in the Tony awards.

Sandy Maxx told Libby Collins of WWMN some of the latest streaming shows (including a surprising 4th season of Ted Lasso and a Larry David project with a former president as a producer), movies (including Mortal Kombat 2 and the latest Spider-Man movie), and music coming this week. She also previewed the next What's On Tap show. 

In for Sandy, Libby Collins sits down with Grace Dugan from the Charles Allis art museum to discuss a very unique exhibit of movie and TV posters. Next, Eric Segnitz joins Libby to discuss Present Music welcoming Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter/musician Nathalie Joachim to lead their season finale. Finally, Dr. Seuss art representative Jes Steiner joins to discuss an exhibit going up in Whitefi...

On this episode of What's on Tap... - Tammy Bockhorst, Executive Director of East Town Association, shares this summer's lineup for Jazz at the Park! - Neon artist Rosalie Phillips talks about her new exhibition! - Sarah Weh from Wisconsin Craft and local artists Chris Jensen and Matthew Krause talk about the Morning Glory Art Fair. - Former television producer Fran Weinstein shares stories from h...

On this episode of What's on Tap... - WTMJ's Elizabeth Lintonen takes you to the red carpet of the 4th Annual Christian Yelich Home Plate Charity Event! - Milwaukee filmmaker Pam Percy discusses her first documentary, "Finding Loren", about finding and recovering the remains of WWII pilot Loren Hintz. - Artist Mauricio Ramirez breaks down how he's creating Milwaukee's Bob Uecker mural. - Madison n...

A chat with the artist behind the new Bob Uecker mural!

The Weekend Trend! Eyes to the sky... the kite festival is back and will be at Veteran’s Park this weekend! We also highlight Christian Yelich’s charity concert. Plus, more concerts including Brit Floyd! And free concerts as well.

Sunday What's on Tap: Inside the new mural honoring Mr. Baseball

Wait, what? The Weekend Trend! Sandy Maxx highlights the best events coming up this weekend including - Airplane! Is being screened at the Riverside Theater with Robert Hayes & Julie Haggerty in attendance for the Q&A. A few documentaries including one produced by a member of the Violent Femmes. Plus, a festival of flowers and art all over the state!

On this episode of What's on Tap… Greater Milwaukee Fire and Police Pipes and Drums Bagpiper Gary Byers talks about an important event happening Wednesday. Actors Ekene Ikegwuani and Silver Anderson discuss Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's production of "A Raisin in the Sun". Filmmaker Pam Percy discusses her new film, "Bra-va: A Titillating History of Bras", plus a screening event on May 14th at the O...

Sandy Maxx talks with Milwaukee filmmaker Pam Percy about her third documentary, Brava: A Titillating History of Bras, a film exploring the cultural and historical evolution of bras and women’s fashion. They also discuss the upcoming screening on Thursday, May 14 at the Oriental Theatre in Milwaukee, which will include a showing of musician Victor DeLorenzo’s debut short film Mary For The Block, a...

andy Maxx joins Libby to talk about the recently released Bank Five Nine Amphitheater Lineup for this year at State Fair!

On this episode of What's on Tap... - Celebrating World Bonsai Day with two experts from the Milwaukee Bonsai Society. - Historic Third Ward Association Executive Director Jim Plaisted announces this year's Third Ward Moon Festival! - Visit Milwaukee Communications Manager Julia Meehan and artist Adam Himebauch talk Visit Milwaukee's Gold Rush Scavenger Hunt. - Talking with the directors of Next A...

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx and we begin with a cheese scavenger hunt here in Milwaukee! As well as the Cheese swap! If that isn’t your first choice, we’re talking Mother’s Day plans including a community garden, and plant bingo bonanza!

On this episode of What's on Tap... - Pink Umbrella Executive Director Katie Cummings and actor Jack Allen and Wilson Center Executive Director Kortney Hamm talk about Pink Umbrella's mission and Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts "The Big Event" Awards Ceremony. - Visit Milwaukee Communications Manager Julia Meehan and artist Adam Himebauch talk Visit Milwaukee's Gold Rush Scavenger Hunt. -...

On this episode of What's on Tap... - New music from the Rolling Stones! - A Cinco de Mayo history lesson and the best local Mexican restaurants. - A secret episode of The Bear - Matthew Perry's "Friends" memorobilia is being auctioned off for a good cause. - The return of TV's favorite coach! - Sandy talks with two of the quadruplets who played Phoebe's triplets on "Friends" - Concert announcemen...

Sunday What's On Tap: An iconic villain returns to the big screen, plus, a cheese swap!

On this episode of What's On Tap... - Storytelling performer Greg Marshall - and Stella's Playground representative Ben Orton-Vipond join the show to talk about Greg Marshall Pops Out of the Trees, a one-person show on May 07 at Vivarium to benefit Stella's Playground! - An encore interview with Husband-and-Wife Actors James Pickering and Tami Workentin about their new show, George & Gracie: A Lov...

The Weekend Trend w/ Sandy Maxx and it’s Derby weekend baby! There are so many celebrations locally that you can be part of. Plus, free comic book day! And of course, what movies and plays are coming up that you can catch this weekend?

On this episode of What's on Tap... - Visit Milwaukee Vice President of Communications and Advocacy Claire Koenig joins the show to talk about Milwaukee on TV in the States and aroad!  - Time for a cast party! Sunset Playhouse's "All Shook Up" Co-Directors Nikki and Tommy Leuck and actor Brad Skonecki join Sandy to talk about their show. - Local musician, composer, and filmmaker Noah David Eckstei...

Sandy Maxx joins Libby for this weeks edition of Sunday What's On Tap! Libby & Sandy discuss the new biopic drama directed by Antoine Fuqua that dramatizes the life of Michael Jackson.