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“BROADWAY BALANCES AMERICA” INVITES YOU ON A JOURNEY TO THE PAST WITH THE CAST OF

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New York, NY - Broadway Across America’s Telly Award-winning collaboration with “The Balancing Act®,” the award-winning morning show on the Lifetime® Channel begins Season Five of the five-part series Broadway Balances America with ANASTASIA. This new episode debuts on Monday, September 24 at 7:30 am ET/PT and will re-air on Tuesday, October 2 at 7:30 am ET/PT.

ANASTASIA, presented by Broadway Across America, comes to Milwaukee as part of the 2018/2019 Associated Bank Broadway at the Marcus Center Series. Performances at the Marcus Center are July 23- 28, 2019. Season packages and group tickets are currently available. Season packages can be purchased by calling 414-273-2787 or by visiting MarcusCenter.org. Groups of 10 or more should call Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x210 or x213.

On the first segment, Broadway Balances America goes on an epic adventure as host Amber Milt takes us inside the romantic new musical ANASTASIA. Hear from Lila Coogan, who makes her national tour debut as , and costume designer Linda Cho as we learn how the exquisitely designed costumes and sweeping score transport audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s. Meet Zach Adkins, who plays Dmitry on Broadway, as he discusses the passion of the fans and passes the torch to Coogan as she sets out to tell this story across the country. Follow along with this empowered princess tale as Anya goes on a journey to the past to discover her identity, conquer her fears, and find home, love, and family.

Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to Milwaukee at last!

From the Tony Award®-winning creators of the Broadway classic , this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family.

ANASTASIA features a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally, a lush new score by (music) and (lyrics) with direction by Tony Award® winner Darko Tresnjak.

Broadway Balances America provides behind-the-scenes access and interviews highlighting shows featured on Broadway Across America’s 2018-2019 Broadway series nationwide. The Balancing Act’s® hosts get up close and personal with casts and crews of this seasons national production.

To learn more about the Broadway Balances America series, please visit: www.broadwaybalancesamerica.com

The John Gore Organization is the leading developer, producer, distributor and marketer of worldwide. Under the leadership of 13-time Tony Award winning producer and owner John Gore, its family of companies includes Broadway Across America, Broadway.com, The Broadway Channel, BroadwayBox.com, and Group Sales Box Office. The company presents shows in 44 cities across North America as well as on Broadway, Off-Broadway, London’s West End, Japan, and China. It has won Tony Awards in every producing category as well as numerous other Drama League, Drama Desk and Olivier awards.

Broadway Across America (BAA) is part of The John Gore Organization family of companies, which includes Broadway.com and The Broadway Channel. Led by 11-time Tony-winning producer John Gore (Owner & CEO), BAA is the foremost presenter of first-class touring productions in North America, operating in 44 markets with over 400,000 subscribers. Current and past productions include Beautiful, , , , Groundhog Day, , Hello, Dolly!, Million Dollar Quartet, On Your Feet!, , School of Rock, and Waitress. Broadway.com is the premier theater website for news, exclusive content and ticket sales. For more information, please visit BroadwayAcrossAmerica.com and Broadway.com.

About The Balancing Act

The Balancing Act is a daily morning show created and produced by BrandStar that brings fresh ideas to today’s modern woman to help balance and enrich her life every day. Now in its ninth season, The Balancing Act features everything from delicious recipes, style makeovers and dream getaways to parenting tips and the latest news in health and wealth. Tune in to The Balancing Act, America’s premier half-hour show for women and about women, weekday mornings at 7:30 a.m. (ET/PT) on Lifetime®. For additional information or to watch an episode, visit: http://www.thebalancingact.com.

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ABOUT THE MARCUS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Established in 1969, the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts is the premier performing arts community gathering space in Southeastern Wisconsin. As the Marcus Center moves into its 49th year, it continues to build bridges between diverse members of our community through high-quality arts entertainment in the region and the state. The touring Broadway series, sponsored by Associated Bank, is recognized as bringing the best of Broadway entertainment to Milwaukee for the past 20 years and provides opportunities to educate, entertain and engage audiences. The Marcus Center is also the home to the Milwaukee Symphony, Milwaukee Ballet, Florentine Opera, First Stage plus a variety of other important community and family events throughout the year. For more information about events visit the Marcus Center website at www.MarcusCenter.org. The Marcus Center is a private non-profit 501(c) 3 corporation and is a dedicated veterans memorial in Milwaukee.

ABOUT ASSOCIATED BANC-CORP Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) has total assets of $33 billion and is one of the top 50 publicly traded U.S. bank holding companies. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Associated is a leading Midwest banking franchise, offering a full range of financial products and services from more than 270 banking locations serving more than 110 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota, and commercial financial services in Indiana, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio and Texas. Associated Bank, N.A. is an Equal Housing Lender, Equal Opportunity Lender and Member FDIC. More information about Associated Banc-Corp is available at www.associatedbank.com.