ViewPoints
Experience in-depth, preshow presentations led by engaging guest experts who will offer insights in to show-related issues and field questions from knowledge hungry patrons. Free and open to the public, ViewPoints take place at 6:30 p.m. before a specific Wednesday evening performance during each production.

“The 1950s:  When William Inge owned Broadway”  by Timothy X. Troy, PICNIC dramaturge and Lawrence University professor.

Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30 p.m.
Skylight Bar & Bistro, 2nd Floor, Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway
ViewPoints presentation is free and open to the public.
Dinner is served in The Skylight Bar & Bistro starting at 5:30 p.m.
For more information, call 414.276.8842.

Talk Theatre
An opportunity to participate in informal pre-show discussions with MCT's Producing Artistic Director and other show-specific theatre artists involved in the current production. Discussions begin at 12:00 noon prior to a Wednesday matinee performance.

An in-depth discussion of the play with MCT Producing Artistic Director C. Michael Wright and PICNIC actors Bill Watson (UWM faculty/head of BFA acting  program) and Max Hultquist (UWM BFA student)

Wednesday, October 28 at 12:00 noon
Skylight Bar & Bistro, 2nd Floor, Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway
Talk Theatre discussion is free and open to the public.
Lunch is served in The Skylight Bar & Bistro starting at 11:00 a.m.
For more information, call 414.276.8842.

Talkbacks
Following a performance join us for fun and informative talkbacks with the artists.

Talkbacks during PICNIC will be held following performances on:
Thursday, October 22
Thursday, October 29