About Us
Our Mission
PAE exists to provide high quality arts education and performance opportunities in the community for all people. We only survive because of YOU. Thank you for supporting your local arts.
Our Foundation
Established in 2011 as a 501c3 charitable non-profit arts organization. PAE produces 2-4 performance seasons per year of high energy music theme revue shows, some with live bands, as well as musical theatre shows, & dinner show options.
Come Find Us
PAE is here to entertain YOU, whether it be for a business celebration or a fun night out with family and friends! We are THRILLED to announce our venue for the next season: Victorian Village Resort in Elkhart Lake, WI! Dinner shows and show only options available.
276 Victorian Village Dr, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020
(920) 876-3323
Summer Arts Sessions
Unleash your imagination this summer! PAE and Victorian Village Resort are providing summer arts sessions for folks of all ages! These one hour activities are a wonderful introduction to exploring creativity, whether you’re a little one, or movin’ to latin after a day in the sun. Each session brings a new project that may include painting, creative movement, music or teambuilding. Join us while you are visiting the beautiful Elkhart Lake, or register for multiple weeks throughout the summer for an immersive artistic experience!
For registration and session costs, click the "Tickets" link at the top of our page, call The Victorian Village Resort Front Desk at 920-876-3323, or visit pae.ticketleap.com/summer-arts-sessions/
*SESSION DESCRIPTIONS*
Rockin Tots - 3 months to 5 years
Rockin Tots is an interactive Parent & Child music class for you & your kids. We use music you know as well as new and classic kids’ favorites, so everyone can join in the fun. You can sing along or shake an egg to some of your favorite classic tunes.
Acting Out - 9 years to 12 years
Intro to acting and the theatre. Working on self- expression, acting exercises, improvisation and using our imagination we will help the kids create characters and scenes. The class focuses on a wide range of creative activities involving speech, creative movement and theatre games to help the ever blossoming mind of the creative kid!
Paint n' Sip - All Ages
Our instructor will guide you step-by-step through your session’s painting. Absolutely no experience is necessary! At the end of the session you’ll be amazed at the artwork you’ve created.
Rainbow Art Canvas Painting- 4 years to 7 years
Your child will have a blast as we create, play, and explore a wide variety of arts and crafts with a strong focus on color and painting. We'll be using a variety of materials such as paint, canvas, brushes, sponges and sparkles! All materials are provided.
Sandy Toes Canvas Painting- 5 years to 8 years
Your child will have a blast as we create, play, and explore a wide variety of arts and crafts with a strong focus on color and painting. We'll be using a variety of materials such as paint, canvas, brushes, sponges and sparkles! All materials are provided.
Sleepy Unicorn Canvas Painting - 5 years to 10 years
Your child will have a blast as we create, play, and explore a wide variety of arts and crafts with a strong focus on color and painting. We'll be using a variety of materials such as paint, canvas, brushes, sponges and sparkles! All materials are provided.
Intro to Hip Hop - 8 years to 12 years
An introduction to Hip-Hop culture with a fun and energetic routine.
Creative Movement - 3 years to 5 years
Get groovy and explore movement through music, develop physical skills, channel energy, stimulate imagination and promote creativity.
Ballroom Basics - Adult Couple Class
All skill levels welcome! We like to make learning dance a fun and enjoyable experience.
Latin Basics - Adult Class
All skill levels welcome! We like to make learning dance a fun and enjoyable experience.
80’s Ladies - Adult Dance Class
Wear your favorite scrunchie and come bust a move to some classic 80’s jams.
Paint a Pot - all ages
Get creative and earthy while painting the perfect flower pot for your window sill or front porch!
Silly Slime! 5 years to 12 years
Keep your house clean, and let them make the mess with us!
Relay Games/ Water Balloons (weather permitting) - 5 years to 8 years
Join a fun team of instructors and friends for a creative and energetic hour of relays, challenges, and obstacle courses.
A Closer Look
A show night with us...
Our current venue offers dining before the show as well as show only options. For those wanting to wine and dine before the entertainment, you are able to dine at either of the two resort restaurants-Tiki Bar (spring/summer only) & Back Porch Bistro (reservations highly red). Diners will arrive at their dinner reservation time and choose from a pre-fix menu along with wine and spirits from their full service bar. If you opt out of dinner, no worries, our venue has a theater of full service bar, bar seating during the show, or rows of chairs seated as close to the stage as the performers can handle;)
FAQs...
Q: When is the next show?
Always check on our Events part of the page or click on 'Tickets' to get our most current information about upcoming seasons.
Q: How do I get a ticket?
There are 3 ways to purchase your show only ticket in advance:
1. Online. Click on 'tickets.'
2. Call 920-876-3323 Victorian Village Resort Reservations Desk.
3. Stop in at Reservations Desk-276 Victorian Village Dr, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020.
Q: Do I have to purchase my ticket in advance?
We highly suggest purchasing your show only ticket in advance. Your seat is reserved when pre-purchased. If dining before the show, you must have a reservation. Call the resort to get your tickets and dining time. Show only tickets can be bought at door the night of. We highly encourage cash or check when purchasing at the door.
Q: How big is this theater?
Victorian Village Theater has an open floor plus an elevated stage for it's performers. There are about 200 seats in house. There are two main sections of chairs in the center of the room, as well as one section on either side of the dance floor/stage area. There are bar seats in the back. This theater brings a more intimate setting, which is highly preferred for most patrons since there really isn't an area that is a 'bad seat,' or a 'partially obstructed view' of all the action;)
Q: How long are these performances?
It varies depending on each season, ranging from 90 minutes including intermission to 150 minutes, averaging at 100 minutes from show start to finish. Now, if you are a diner, you have booked an entire experience with us as you dine prior to showtime. Some patrons enjoy this resort atmosphere for more than 6 hours for the night:) Pick your pleasure.
Q: Do you have gluten free options for diners?
Victorian Village absolutely offers a variety of plates to accommodate any food allergies.
Q: When do the doors open to the show?
One of the cool features about pre-purchasing your ticket is you will have an assigned seat. Be sure to check out our seating chart online to get a feel of where you'd like to sit before ordering your ticket. Theater doors open 60 minutes before show time.
Q: How long is intermission?
15-20 minutes, which is enough time to refresh your spirits.
Q: Is there handicap accessibility?
Yes, simply enter main entrance of theater and wheel chairs will be seated at the elevated level. If needing to get closer to the stage the seating there is just one step down.
Testimonials...
'The show last night was great! What was I most impressed with????THE CHOREOGRAPHY was fascinating. The HARMONIES were awesome as well! The sound system was right on the money…no feedback….i could hear everyone…and it was flawless.'
-Terry Davis
'Thank you for the great show last night. On the way out the door, our son said "I think that was the best one yet". It's very cool to hear that from a 12 year old boy. On the way home our kids were both asking about Motown- what is it, where is the name from, etc. It made me stop and think about what we are able to expose them to through your shows. They can appreciate a world they might not ever know existed, if not for seeing live performances.'
-Specht Electric
'Great music & dancing - musical direction, sound. All Marvelous!!' - Anonymous
'Keep up the great work! Always a fantastic show.'
- Anonymous
SAVE the DATES!
Our summer show season this year will feature high energy young adult performers performing Body Movin' music revue! PAE is thrilled to bring this season to the Elkhart Lake resorts community! Body Movin' will have you groovin' in your seats! EVERY WEDNESDAY @ 7:30pm June 20th-August 29th!
Big NEWS...
Pankratz Arts Exchange, Inc. was thrilled to perform at the historic Victorian Village Resort in the lovely tourist town of Elkhart Lake, WI, for the first time this past Christmas show season! PAE will continue to produce annual Christmas and summer music revue shows at this beautiful destination for years to come!
Ages 15+ auditions!
Casting call for ages 15+ for our next show season, Body Movin', 2018! Held at Victorian Village Resort in Elkhart Lake, WI. Attend ONE only! Sunday, March 25th noon OR Saturday, April 7th noon. Can't make either?! Send us a vocal video to paeincorg@gmail.com!
