Obituary for Margaret Mary Caretta Surrounded by her loving family, Margaret Mary Caretta, age 90, passed away peacefully Monday, March 20, 2023, following an unexpected stroke. She was born in Racine on Oct. 7, 1932, the daughter of Harry and Margaret (Nee: McMahon) Drier. Margaret Mary Caretta Margaret graduated from St. Catherine’s High School “Class […]
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‘The Tin Woman’ opens Feb. 24 at Racine Theatre Guild
RACINE — Before the opening curtain raises on “The Tin Woman” at the Racine Theatre Guild, the cast and crew took time to learn a little more about the subject matter. And that helped bring it all home – in a very real way. “The Tin Woman,” directed by Douglas Instenes, opens Friday night at […]
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Violet Rose Yorgan, beloved volunteer, passes away at 103
Obituary for Violet Rose Yorgan Violet R. Yorgan, born May 6, 1919, to Bernard and Ella (Nee: Meyer) Renpaul in Racine, Wisconsin, passed away Feb. 7, 2023, at her home surrounded by her family. Vi is survived by her five children, Timothy (Nancy), Kenneth (Sue), Diana (Bob), Sheila (Bill) and James. She is also survived […]
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Jean’s Jazz series kicks off 2023 with ‘Septetasaurus’ at Racine Theatre Guild
RACINE — The first installment of the latest Jean’s Jazz Series event kicks off next week at the Racine Theatre Guild. Beginning the four-concert series for 2023 is “Septetasaurus,” set for Saturday, Jan. 7, at 7 p.m. at the Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave. Jean’s Jazz was created by Joe Mooney in 2001 to […]
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Mooney talks about Jean’s Jazz, now in its 22nd season
RACINE — The growth of the Jean’s Jazz Series at the Racine Theatre Guild has gone way beyond what Joe Mooney could have hoped. But it’s the best way he can honor his wife, Jean’s memory, while also providing yearly support to an organization both he and Jean long have loved. Since 2001, Jean’s Jazz […]
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RTG rings in 2023 with flurry of events
RACINE — The new year will bring a flurry of activity to the Racine Theatre Guild. As we embark on 2023, RTG, 2519 Northwestern Ave., is set to host three significant events in just the span of a couple weeks. First up at RTG are auditions for “Broadway in Love,” on Monday, Jan. 2, followed […]
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Celebrate the holidays at RTG with ‘A Very Merry Guild Christmas’ Dec. 22
RACINE — The sounds of the holidays will fill the Racine Theatre Guild (RTG) on Thursday night. Under the direction of Robert Kroes, the Guild will present its Signature Spotlight Concert, “A Very Merry Guild Christmas,” beginning at 7 p.m. at the Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave. The holidays will come to life with […]
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Disney’s ‘The Little Mermaid’ opens at Racine Theatre Guild Dec. 9
RACINE — A popular Disney film from three decades ago will again come to life starting this weekend in Racine. The cast and crew of “The Little Mermaid,” led by Director Douglas Instenes, Musical Director Greg Berg and Choreographer Mary Leigh Sturino, will take the stage Friday, Dec. 9, through Sunday, Dec. 18, at the […]
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10 Racine County stories you may have missed this week, special bonus story included
What’s happening in Racine County this week? The news is ever-changing and evolving; it’s important that you stay informed. From local events to crime reports, stay in the know. In case you’ve missed the local news, catch up now on these 10 stories. 1. Racine Public Library: 125th-anniversary block party The Racine Public Library is turning another […]
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Open auditions for ‘Native Gardens’ held July 18, 19 at Racine Theatre Guild
The Racine Theatre Guild will be holding open auditions for “Native Gardens” on Monday, July 18 and Tuesday, July 19 at 7 p.m. at the Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave., in Racine. About ‘Native Gardens’ A fence runs the border of Pablo and Tania’s barren backyard, separating it from the award-winning garden belonging to […]
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Journey ‘Into the Woods’ at the Racine Theatre Guild July 15-31
“Into the Woods” is one of Stephen Sondheim’s most beloved musicals. The fairytale will be performed July 15 – 31 at the Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine. ‘Into the Woods’ synopsis The story is about a childless baker and his wife who set out to lift the Witch’s curse by journeying into the […]
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‘Mamma Mia! Here we go again…’ finally!: Racine Theatre Guild opens beloved ABBA musical
On Friday, the Racine Theatre Guild (RTG) opened “Mamma Mia!,” their season closer and biggest production since COVID brought the world — and the Guild — to a halt. With direction by Doug Instenes, music direction by Greg Berg and choreography by Mary Leigh Sturino, this show is a delightful bohemian adventure with ABBA as […]
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‘Akeelah and the Bee’ Opens Tomorrow at the Racine Theatre Guild
When Rylee McGee auditioned for “Akeelah and the Bee” in February of 2020, she had no idea that it would take two years to make it to the stage. Rylee, who played Rhonda (Akeelah’s bully), and the rest of the cast had made it through most of the production time, learning their lines, blocking, costumes, […]
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Eric Jacobson Set to Play, Jean’s Jazz brings Miles Davis’ “Kind of Blue” to Life
Eric Jacobson Set to Perform on April 9 Eric Jacobson will bring the iconic sounds of Miles Davis to life at Jean’s Jazz on Saturday, April 9 at 7 p.m. at the Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave., Racine. With a set focusing on the album that changed the future of jazz music, Miles Davis’ […]
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“Clue: On Stage” Opens March 18 at Racine Theatre Guild
Lights, camera, action! The Racine Theatre Guild is back again to present the community with another entertaining performance. “Clue: On Stage” will run from March 18 until April 3 at the Racine Theatre Guild, 2519 Northwestern Ave. This performance is based on the film and board game, Clue or as it is known internationally, Cluedo. […]