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WEATHER UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, Milwaukee Recreation has canceled all programming for the evening of Friday, April 17. All programming for Saturday, April 18 will also be canceled, except for Twilight Centers activities on Saturday evening. On Friday, April 17, After-School Camps, Community Learning Centers, and Safe Places will remain open as scheduled, but families are strongly encouraged to pick up their children early.

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Partnership for the Arts & Humanities Showcase

PAH Showcase at Turner Hall 2023On Friday, May 15, 2026, Milwaukee Recreation is celebrating its biannual Partnership for the Arts & Humanities Showcase, an event dedicated to the various forms of artwork created by Milwaukee youth in programs funded by the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities program.

Milwaukee Recreation operates the Partnership for the Arts & Humanities, which is an allocation of $1.7 million approved annually by the Milwaukee Board of School Directors to support afterschool, weekend, and summer arts and humanities-related opportunities for children, youth, and families. This year’s Showcase will feature the outstanding work of organizations funded during the 2025-27 program cycle. Attendees can meet over 30 partner organizations, view on-stage performances and films, peruse student work, and participate in hands-on activities and demonstrations.

Event entry is free, and all are welcome to attend, including students, families, community members, and organizations. We cannot wait to see the Milwaukee community join us for this wonderful event!

Event Information

  • Where: North Division High School (1011 W. Center St.)
  • When: Friday, May 15
  • Time: 4-7 p.m.
  • Cost: Free
  • Food: Complimentary snacks will be available.

The Anthem x Milwaukee Recreation Song Lab

In collaboration with Vision Minds Entertainment, The Anthem x Milwaukee Recreation Song Lab is a three-part experience featuring a songwriting workshop, a studio recording session, and a live performance. Milwaukee youth are invited to apply by submitting original, radio-friendly lyrics for a chance to be selected to participate, with a songwriting workshop on May 12 and a recording session and live performance at the Partnership for the Arts and Humanities Showcase on May 15 at North Division High School.

Twelve students will be selected to participate in the program so make sure to give us your best bars in your submission! Complete this application form today.

If selected, this experience includes this following programming:

May 12 at FATE Arts Center (339 W North Ave, Milwaukee) | 4-6:30 p.m.

  • A two-hour after school songwriting session to prepare for the studio recording and performance on May 15.
  • Dinner will be provided.
  • Participation in this workshop is highly encouraged.

May 15 at North Division High School (1011 W Center St, Milwaukee) | 4-7 p.m.

  • Studio recording and performance at the Milwaukee Recreation Partnership for the Arts and Humanities Showcase.
  • Participation is mandatory.

Rules of Participation

  • Must attend a Milwaukee middle school or high school (MPS or non-MPS).
  • Must use radio-friendly lyrics/language (substance free, violence free).
  • Must be available to record and perform on May 15 from 4-7 p.m. at North Division High School.
  • Each chosen participant will have the opportunity to bring one friend to the recording session on May 15 but can invite as many friends and family to watch them perform on stage!

Application Timeline

  • Submissions will be accepted April 9-20.
  • Submission will be reviewed by Milwaukee Recreation staff and affiliated partners April 21-24.
  • Accepted applicants will be notified by early May by a Milwaukee Recreation staff member.
  • Accepted applicants must claim their spot within 72 hours of notice.

Contact

Erin Fonseca

Afterschool Arts & Humanities Manager
Phone: 414-475-8479
Email: Erin [at] mkerec.net

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