School of Rock (Skylight) – Book by Jullian Fellowes, Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Lyrics Glenn Slater

Skylight Music Theatre: Artistic Director/director: Michael Unger, Executive Director: Susan Varela, Music Direction by David Bonofiglio, Choreography by Tori Watson, Scenic Design by Lindsay Fuori, Lighting Design by Zach Pizza, Costume Design by Patty Hibbert, Sound Design by Steve Tonar, Production Stage Manager: John Caldwell

Production Photos by Mark Frohna

(Reviews below photos and videos.)

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REVIEWS

BROADWAY WORLD, Kelsey Lawler

The Kids Kill it in SCHOOL OF ROCK at Skylight

I’m thrilled to report that this Skylight production delivers a stellar cast of characters. Hats off to the show’s director, Michael Unger, for undoubtedly coaching these kids and molding their singular talents into something collectively outstanding. Brilliant talent on stage and behind the scenes.


MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL, Eric Ernst

Kids climb to the top in Skylight’s vibrant musical, ‘School of Rock’

Inspiration ran strong among sixteen talented young actors and musicians who joined an engaging cast of adult actors in this vibrant musical, directed by Michael Unger.



MILWAUKEE MAGAZINE, Brianna Schubert

Skylight Music Theatre’s Cast Rocks the House in ‘School of Rock’ 

So much talent that it’s kind of unbelievable. I truly couldn’t get enough. Entertaining from start to finish.

URBAN MILWAUKEE, Dominique Paul Noth
‘School Of Rock’ Is a Holiday Hit

Artistic director Michael Unger manages a huge cast and many special effects quite well.

SHEPHERD EXPRESS, Harry Cherkinian
‘School of Rock’ Raises the Roof at Skylight Music Theatre

Really “rocks the house” given the high-energy staging and direction by Skylight’s Artistic Director Michael Unger and the amazing cast of actors, young and old. 

RYAN JAY REVIEWS

Directed by Skylight’s Artistic Director, Michael Unger, this version must rival any other. Michael has an innate penchant for finding the heart and nuance in stories, hoisting them into the spotlight.

AROUND THE TOWN CHICAGO – Amy Menzel
***** You don’t wanna miss this! Part rock concert, part comedy, this show is all kinds of fun. You’ll rock… and roll with laughter all evening. So your assignment is to go see this show.

THEATRE CRITICISM.COM – Anne Siegel

School of Rock is astonishing audiences at Milwaukee’s Skylight Music Theatre.