Meet the Artist Luncheon

The ultimate in convenience — lunch in style and enjoy a Meet the Artist Luncheon in the Ellen & Joe Checota Atrium of the Bradley Symphony Center. Following Friday Prelude Series performances, these popular post-concert meals include an engaging Q & A session with MSO artists and musicians, paired with delicious cuisine prepared by our partners at Indulge Catering Company.

Guests must have a ticket to Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra's corresponding performance to enter. 

Please note: Meet the Artist Luncheon purchases are non-refundable. If you cannot make your scheduled meal, exchanges may be made by calling 414.291.7605. Exchanges must be made 2 days prior to scheduled event date.

Separate concert tickets are required. Advance reservations encouraged. Limited walk-in permitted based on availability. Please contact the MSO Box Office by phone at 414.291.7605 or at tickets@mso.org with questions or to indicate any dietary restrictions.

Meet the Artist Luncheon Dates and Menus –  2026.27 Season

October 9, 2026- Made in America: Korngold & Rachmaninoff

American Elegance with Austrian Influence

• Wild Mushroom Brie Bisque
• Autumn Greens Apple Crisps • Candied Pecans • Apple Cider Vinaigrette
• Roasted Turkey Sandwich Applewood Smoked Bacon • Swiss Cheese • Cranberry Aioli • Sourdough Bread
• Apple Turnover

October 30, 2026 - Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 1

Inspired by Germany's Rhine Valley

• Butternut Squash Bisque
• German Potato Salad
• Chicken Schnitzel Baby Arugula • Shaved Parmesan • Lemon Truffle Oil
• Pumpkin Spice Danish

November 20, 2026 - Brahms Symphony No. 2

American Jazz Meets Vienna

• Louisiana-Inspired Chicken & Smoked Andouille Gumbo White Rice
• Cornbread
• Raspberry & Chocolate Hazelnut Beignets

February 12, 2027 - Mozart & Shostakovich

• Tomato Basil Soup
• Housemade Tuna Salad Lettuce Cup • Tomato • Pickle Spear • Buttery Croissant
• Raspberry Cheesecake

March 5, 2027 - Labadie Conducts Beethoven

• Split Pea Soup
• Parmesan Herb-Crusted Cod Rice Pilaf • Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower
• Lemon Pudding

April 9, 2027 - Darkness into Dawn

• Roasted Red Pepper Gouda Soup
• Chicken Piccata Garlic Mashed Potatoes • Green Beans
• Dark Chocolate Mousse

May 21, 2027 - Postcards from Poland

• Spring Garden Salad Mixed Greens • Cucumber • Radish • Fresh Dill • Champagne Vinaigrette
• Beef Stroganoff Buttered Egg Noodles • Fresh Parsley
• Lemon Bar

June 11, 2027 - Schubert's "Great" Symphony

A Bright Summer Finale

• Watermelon, Cucumber & Feta Salad Fresh Mint • Baby Arugula • Champagne Vinaigrette
• Grilled Herb Chicken Lemon Artichoke Orzo Salad
• Strawberry Shortcake