Business Details
Your Premier Performing Arts Foundation in Kenosha, WI
The Brown-Ullstrup Performing Arts Foundation was established to elevate the performing arts landscape through innovative programming and community engagement. Our mission focuses on attracting nationally recognized artists, fostering local arts groups, and promoting excellence in Wisconsin and the Midwest. We specialize in live radio dramas, murder mystery productions, and stage adaptations, blending historical narratives with contemporary storytelling techniques. With decades of combined experience in theater production, education, and community development, our leadership team ensures every project maintains artistic integrity while remaining accessible to diverse audiences.Our educational initiatives and collaborative partnerships create opportunities for cultural enrichment, while our live events and podcasts extend our reach to both local and national communities. Through meticulous attention to detail in production and programming, we deliver immersive experiences that celebrate the transformative power of the performing arts.
Services
Radio Theater
Murder Mystery Dinners
Stage Productions
Podcasts
Educational Programs
Highlights and features
- We produce over 130 live radio dramas with historical thrillers and murder mysteries
- Our live murder mystery dinners combine theater with local dining experiences
- We collaborate with community arts groups to develop performing arts excellence
- Our educational programs enhance cultural and intellectual growth through arts
- Leadership includes experts in theater production and educational leadership
Services
Radio Theater
Our radio theater productions feature over 130 original dramas spanning historical thrillers, classic sitcom recreations, and murder mystery series. Each production combines meticulous sound design with professional voice acting to create immersive audio experiences. These performances preserve the golden age of radio while incorporating modern storytelling techniques for contemporary audiences.
Murder Mystery Dinners
Live murder mystery events combine interactive theater with gourmet dining experiences at local restaurants. Audiences participate in solving whodunits featuring iconic detectives like Sherlock Holmes and Hercule Poirot. These evenings blend entertainment with culinary excellence, creating memorable social experiences for participants while showcasing local dining establishments.
Stage Productions
Full-length stage adaptations include literary works like 'The Giver' and original productions developed in collaboration with established playwrights. Our stage performances emphasize community involvement through casting local talent and partnering with regional arts organizations. Each production maintains high artistic standards while making theater accessible to diverse audiences.
Educational Programs
We develop educational initiatives that use performing arts to enhance cultural understanding and intellectual growth. Programs include workshops on dramatic literature, sound design masterclasses, and historical context explorations for our productions. These initiatives create learning opportunities that bridge artistic expression with academic enrichment for all age groups.
Podcast Development
Our podcast projects extend our radio theater legacy into digital platforms, making performing arts accessible to wider audiences. Current developments focus on behind-the-scenes content, production histories, and interactive storytelling formats. This initiative preserves our audio drama heritage while innovating through modern digital distribution channels.
People
Steve Brown
President
Founder of WGTD Radio Theater and professor of educational leadership with expertise in sound design and theater production. Creates immersive audio experiences for all foundation productions.
Charles K Brown
Secretary & Treasurer
Retired surgical oncologist and Wisconsin vintner who brings financial expertise and community development experience to the foundation's operations and strategic planning.
Sam Tanberg
Marketing Coordinator
Website designer and entertainment design specialist who manages digital presence and content administration while contributing creative expertise from his background in game design.
Questions
What types of productions does the foundation create?
We produce radio dramas, murder mystery dinners, stage adaptations, and educational content focusing on historical narratives and literary works.
How can local artists get involved with the foundation?
We collaborate with community arts groups and cast local talent for stage productions. Contact us through our website for audition and partnership opportunities.
Are performances accessible outside Wisconsin?
While based in Kenosha, our radio theater and podcast content reach national audiences through digital distribution platforms.
What educational initiatives do you offer?
We provide workshops on dramatic literature, sound design, and historical context for productions, available to schools and community organizations.
How are murder mystery dinners structured?
These events combine live theater with dining experiences at local restaurants, featuring interactive whodunit stories with audience participation.
