WAMI Stage Performance Information
Important Information
Performance: Saturday, July 4 at 12:30 PM
Stage Location: WAMI Stage, located in the alley next to The Keg & Cask, across from the Ferris Wheel.
Stage Contact: Jay Tamez • 262-573-6522
Arrival Options
All students
Students must check in at Lot E by 10:00 AM (Bring water)
Must shuttle into the grounds
Typically, one to three family members have been able to shuttle with the students. (See details at the at the bottom for more info)
Non-shuttled family members
Should also check in at Lot E by 10:00 AM (Bring water)
The closest entrance is the South Gate
Admission may be free between Noon and 3:00 PM (See details at the bottom of the page.)
If you would like only your gear transported, arrive at Lot E by 10:00 AM
Shuttle and Parking Information
Park in the OSO Lot, next to Lot E
Check in with the Lot E Coordinator before unloading gear
Summerfest entertainment vans will shuttle performers and equipment to the stage area
After the performance, your stage manager will arrange transportation back to Lot E
Gear and personal belongings may be stored in the green room
Lot OSO Location: Near the Milwaukee Pierhead Lighthouse on the south end of the grounds.
Sound, Lights, and Backline
A basic PA, monitors, microphones, lighting, and backline are provided courtesy of Music6s and WAMI.
Provided Equipment
5-piece drum kit (single kick) — bring your own drumsticks
Fender Twin Reverb guitar amp
Marshall DSL40C guitar amp (no channel switching pedal provided)
Ampeg combo guitar amps
Ashdown 100W bass amp
Weighted 76-key piano with stand
Guitar stands
Music stands
Please bring your instruments and any specialty equipment you require, including water bottles
GPS Directions
Due to Summerfest road closures, use the following destinations:
Lot OSO Map
https://maps.app.goo.gl/U6RXcYCSoHXE6qbg7
Or enter these destinations in order:
The Explorium Brewpub Third Ward
143 W St Paul Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53203
Milwaukee Pierhead Lighthouse
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Please Note:
Free Admission
The first 5,000 patrons who arrive between 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm and donate three nonperishable food items at the Mid Gate will receive one free Summerfest admission ticket valid only for that day. Canned fruits and vegetables are especially appreciated, and all donations benefit Hunger Task Force.
Shuttle Expectations
Only performers are guaranteed a seat on the shuttle. While we have often been able to accommodate parents, it is not guaranteed. If shuttle space is unavailable, parents may enter through the South Gate once it opens at 12:00 pm.
After the performance, students who are leaving Summerfest may ride the shuttle back to Lot E with their instruments. Students planning to stay at Summerfest may leave their instruments with Rich and Drew for transport back to West Bend Music Academy. Because instruments may remain in locked vehicles for several hours, heat may cause damage, particularly to acoustic instruments. Families choosing this option do so at their own risk. Students must personally check in with Rich or Drew and bring their instruments to the designated drop off location by the stage. Instruments will only be transported if they are checked in by the student.
Check Out
Before leaving the performance area, all students should check out with Rich, Jay, or Drew to ensure that every instrument and piece of equipment has been accounted for.
