The summer of 2018 will mark the 50th anniversary for the Kids From Wisconsin. The KIDS perform each summer throughout Wisconsin, with twice daily shows at the Wisconsin State Fair. 

The Kids From Wisconsin was formed in 1969 to showcase the best faces and talent of Wisconsin’s youth.  They have remained true to their mission and are now one of the most iconic and beloved performing troupes throughout Wisconsin.  Performing in nearly 65 shows each summer to over 120,000 terrific fans, this wholesome group of performers showcase the best of the best in musical talent.

The KIDS performance opportunity gives an exceptional, real life experience to those interested in a future with the performing arts through the production of the full Broadway style performance, the delight of enthusiastic audiences, the rigorous tour in completely different cities all summer and putting on the live performance night after night.

“The Kids From Wisconsin show consistently satisfies our audiences with musicianship and showmanship that rival other professional touring groups. They are a pleasure to work with, and their youthful passion for the performing arts shines through on and off the stage. This annual performance is a mainstay in our community, providing a variety of genres among multiple generations,” says Sally Kissner, Executive Director, Arts Council of South Wood County.

Over 80% of KIDS troupe members go on to either perform professionally, become instructors, managers, writers and so much more within the performing arts industry. Alumni are all over the world doing what they love.

KIDS have alumni with the Rockettes in New York City, performers with major symphony orchestras, cruise ship directors and performers, worldwide choreographers with major companies, educators in the arts, Broadway performers both on stage and pit. There are literally hundreds of former KIDS doing what they love due to their exposure to professional performance through their KIDS experience.

Instrumentalists and vocalists/dancers should apply online: https://www.kidsfromwisconsin.org/info for a spot at the annual February auditions to be held February 16th in Eau Claire, and February 23rd-25th in Milwaukee.