• Hi! I'm Milwaukee Wedding Officiant, Schwa Potter

    "My wife and I were married by Schwa and our expectations were blown away! Everything about our experience was honestly perfect." - Erika T.

    Schwa Potter, Milwaukee wedding officiant, Broadway performer, 300+ ceremonies since 2015

  • Meet Schwa Potter

    Hi, I'm Schwa Potter. I'm a professional actor, Broadway veteran, and ordained minister who has been officiating weddings since 2015.

    Your ceremony is the first moment of your celebration. It sets the tone for everything that follows. I believe it should have your guests feeling the love, ready to laugh, shedding a tear, and excited to party all night long. Whether you're planning a quick elopement or a unique and original ceremony, I handle the details so you can focus on each other.

    Known professionally in the theater world as Shua Potter, I performed in Mary Poppins on Broadway and have 30+ years of stage experience. I bring that same poise, projection, and presence to your wedding (minus the stage fright).

    Milwaukee wedding officiant Schwa Potter with bride and groom at indoor venue
    Wisconsin officiant Schwa Potter with newlyweds and flower girl at beach ceremony
    Schwa Potter with newlywed couple at wedding reception with gold decor
    LGBTQ-friendly officiant Schwa Potter with two grooms at Milwaukee wedding

  • Ceremony Options & Pricing

  • What Couples Are Saying

    "Multiple people asked us how long we had known Schwa, which is a true testament to how thorough he was when gathering information about us and our story. The whole process was easy and care-free. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding officiant!" - Connor

    "Schwa's ability to customize the ceremony to reflect our relationship and personalities made our special day completely unforgettable. What stood out most was how he tailored every element to fit us as a couple. He took the time to understand our story and what mattered to us, then crafted a ceremony that felt authentic and personal rather than generic." - Amera

    "Many weddings are somber and traditional but we wanted a wedding filled with laughter and humor and we got exactly what we wanted. Thank you for making our day so incredibly memorable!" - Tyler

    "Schwa was the perfect option for an officiant for our short & sweet wedding ceremony. We cannot recommend him enough!" - Hailey

    "My son got married at the Pilot House at Discovery World on 10/21/23. Schwa was the officiant. The ceremony was so beautiful, fun and warm. Many of our guests asked if Schwa was a friend of my son's. I told them that I found him on the internet! They were shocked! Even the flower vendor told me he teared up listening to the ceremony from the back." - Carolyn S, Mother of the Groom

    Officiant Schwa Potter performing ring exchange for two grooms under chuppah with unity candle

  • Recent Ceremonies

  • How to Book Your Ceremony

    1. Contact me with your wedding date and ceremony type.
    2. Secure your date with a 50% deposit. The remaining balance is due on your wedding day.
    3. I'll create your ceremony and guide you through the Wisconsin marriage license process.
    4. Wedding day. I arrive, perform your ceremony, and file the legal paperwork within 3 days.

    Last-minute wedding? I've performed ceremonies with as little as 24 hours notice (marriage license required).

  • Ceremonies Beyond Wisconsin

    I've officiated weddings in New York City, Malibu, San Fransisco, Boston, Nashville, Vermont, Kentucky, and even Walt Disney World.

    If you're planning a destination wedding or elopement, I'm happy to travel.

  • Free Wisconsin Marriage Guide

    Wisconsin marriage licenses can be confusing: which county to apply in, what documents you need, how the waiting period works. I've walked 300+ couples through this process, so I created a free guide that breaks it all down.

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    What areas of Wisconsin do you serve? I offer Quickie Ceremonies in Milwaukee and surrounding counties (Waukesha, Ozaukee, Washington, Racine, Kenosha). For Signature Ceremonies, I travel anywhere in Wisconsin and nationwide.

    How much does a wedding officiant cost in Milwaukee? My Quickie Ceremony is $300. My Signature Ceremony is $800. Both include marriage license guidance and filing. Travel fees apply for locations more than 30 miles from Milwaukee ($1/mile).

    Can you do a last-minute wedding? Yes. I've performed ceremonies with as little as 24 hours notice, contingent on when the couple can aquire a marriage license from the county clerk.

    Do you officiate LGBTQ+ weddings? Absolutely. I officiate for all couples who are 18+ and in love, regardless of what they look like, who they love, or how they identify.

    Can you blend two cultures or religions in one ceremony? Yes, and I love doing it. I've created ceremonies that weave together different cultural traditions, religious elements, and family customs. Whether you want something traditional, nontraditional, or a creative mashup of both backgrounds, I'll work with you to make it feel authentic to your relationship.

    Do you offer religious ceremonies? My Quickie Ceremony is nonreligious. My Signature Ceremony can be religious, spiritual, or nonreligious. Your choice.

    What happens after the ceremony? I file your signed marriage license with the county clerk within 3 days. You can then request your certified marriage certificate from the Register of Deeds.

    Do you attend the rehearsal? Rehearsal attendance is available for an additional $150 (plus travel fee if more than 30 miles from Milwaukee).

    Do you have an office I can visit?

    I'm a mobile officiant with no public office. I travel to your ceremony location throughout Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. We handle all planning via phone, video call, or email, and I come to you on your wedding day.

    Have more questions?

  • About Your Officiant

    I'm Schwa Potter, an ordained minister and professional performer with 30+ years in the entertainment industry. Known in the theater world as Shua Potter, I performed in Mary Poppins on Broadway and hold a BFA in Musical Theater from Point Park University in Pittsburgh. I've performed in productions at City Theatre, Pittsburgh Public Theater, Cincinnati Playhouse, and regional theaters across the country.

    I've been officiating weddings since 2012 and have performed 300+ ceremonies across 12 Wisconsin counties and 7 states. My background in performance means I know how to project, stay calm under pressure, and make every guest feel included, whether your ceremony has 2 witnesses or 200.

    I love creating unique ceremonies. Some couples want traditional and elegant. Others want something completely unconventional. Many want to blend two cultures, religions, or family traditions into something new. I'm here for all of it.

    Credentials:

    Ordained Minister, Universal Life Church (since 2012)

    BFA, Musical Theater, Point Park University

    Broadway: Mary Poppins (Shua Potter on IBDB)

  • Ready to Get Married?

    I respond to all inquiries within 24 hours, usually same day.

    📞 (414) 375-9838

    📧 schwa@actingofficiant.com

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