STEADY SHE GOES World Premiere to Open at Forward Theater Company
Forward Theater Company will present the world premiere of STEADY SHE GOES by Erica Berman, based on the true story of Mary Ann Brown Patten, who commanded a clipper ship in 1856.
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Overture Reveals 45th ‘Kids In The Rotunda’ Season
Overture Center will present the 45th season of KIDS IN THE ROTUNDA, a free Saturday arts series in Madison featuring local artists, family performances and interactive programming for children and adults.
THE WIZ Tickets On Sale This Week at Overture Center
Tickets for the national tour of THE WIZ will go on sale Friday, Aug.
Overture Center to Host Free Inclusive Celebration for Accessible Season
Overture Center will host a free event in Madison for guests with accessibility needs, featuring an accessibility presentation, guided venue visits and a resident companies fair.
Full Cast Set For MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American Tour
Steven Huynh and Claire Kwon will reprise their Broadway roles as the MAYBE HAPPY ENDING North American tour launches in Baltimore on September 13, 2026, with over 30 additional cities to follow.
à la cARTe! Fundraiser to Return to Fox Cities P.A.C. for Third Year
The Fox Cities Performing Arts Center will host its third annual à la cARTe! fall fundraiser, featuring live performances, food, drink and behind-the-scenes access in Appleton, Wisconsin.
KIDS IN THE ROTUNDA to Bring Free Shows to Madison Area
Overture Center's Kids in the Rotunda series will bring free 45-minute family performances to venues across Madison and nearby communities, featuring musicians including ISTVAN, DAVID LANDAU and JEANIE B!
Film Titles Revealed For 2026/27 Duck Soup Cinema Silent Film Series at the Overture Center
Duck Soup Cinema at Overture Center in Madison, Wis.
THE GREAT GATSBY North American Tour to Play Overture Hall in Madison
The North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY, the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical based on F.
BORIS BORISOVICH'S WONDER TALES, AUGUST LOVERS to Close Madison Shakespeare Company's Summer Season
Madison Shakespeare Company announced three open-air productions to close its summer season, including an Eastern European folklore adaptation and Shakespeare love scenes performed across two outdoor venues in Wisconsin.
Christina Rose Hall and Aaron Kaburick Join BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Tour
Disney's Beauty and the Beast, the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will celebrate its one-year anniversary, and welcome new cast members.
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM to Be Presented by Madison Lyric Stage This Summer
Madison Lyric Stage will present Shakespeare's A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society in Madison, featuring a festive outdoor pre-show with roaming musicians, madrigal singers, and food and drink.
Full Cast Set For DIRTY DANCING: THE MUSICAL North American Tour
The full cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of Dirty Dancing: The Musical, a new stage production based on the beloved film Dirty Dancing.
Fortune Feimster and Indigo Girls with Linda Perry to Perform in Madison
Overture Center for the Arts announced Fortune Feimster's 'Takin' Care of Biscuits' tour and Indigo Girls with special guest Linda Perry will perform in Madison's Overture Hall.
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL Launches 25th Anniversary North American Tour
MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL announced a multi-city anniversary tour celebrating 25 years since its debut in a 76-seat Orlando theater.
OPERA IN THE PARK to Celebrate 25th Anniversary with Free Madison Concert
Madison Opera's OPERA IN THE PARK returns for its 25th year with a free outdoor concert at Garner Park, featuring soloists, the Madison Opera Chorus, and Madison Symphony Orchestra performing opera and musical theater favorites.
THE SIGNAL TOWER to Screen as Part of Overture Center's Duck Soup Cinema
Overture Center's Duck Soup Cinema will present the 1924 silent film THE SIGNAL TOWER, with live organ accompaniment by Jelani Eddington and vaudeville acts, marking the season's final screening.
Overture Center for the Arts Contributes $66.9M to Madison Economy, Report Finds
A University of Wisconsin-Whitewater analysis found Overture Center for the Arts will contribute $66.
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS to Return for 12th Year With 39-City National Tour
A DRAG QUEEN CHRISTMAS announced a 39-city U.
BARRY & BETTE and OUTCASTS & INNOCENTS to Launch Madison Lyric Stage Summer Festival
Madison Lyric Stage will present two concerts at Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society: a tribute to Barry Manilow and Bette Midler, and a semi-staged celebration of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.
WATER FOR ELEPHANTS to Make Wisconsin Debut at Madison's Overture Center
The North American tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS, the Broadway musical based on Sara Gruen's bestselling novel, will make its Wisconsin premiere at Overture Hall in Madison.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
JERRY AWARDS to Expand to Two Shows at Overture Hall for 2026 Ceremony
The 2026 Jerry Awards will honor over 500 student achievements from 118 high school productions across Wisconsin, with two performances at Overture Hall and two Outstanding Lead Performers advancing to the Jimmy Awards in New York City.
Madison Opera to Broadcast Full 2025/26 Season on Wisconsin Public Radio
Madison Opera has partnered with Wisconsin Public Radio to air recorded broadcasts of its entire 2025/26 season, including LA BOHÈME, the world premiere of EVERLASTING FAINT, and COSÌ FAN TUTTE.
THE NOTEBOOK North American Tour Adds 26 Cities to 2026-27 Route
The North American Tour of THE NOTEBOOK announced 26 new cities for its upcoming season, including stops in Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, and Houston, after welcoming over 500,000 patrons since its launch.
HADESTOWN Run Extends at Overture Center
Due to popular demand, HADESTOWN has been expanded from a limited run to a full eight-performance engagement at Overture Hall in Madison, Wis.
DWARD THE FOURTH and More Set for Madison Shakespeare Company Summer Lineup
Madison Shakespeare Company has unveiled a summer season spanning multiple venues, featuring works by Shakespeare, Thomas Heywood, and Edmond Rostand, plus Eastern European folklore across Madison-area stages.
OPERATION MINCEMEAT Reveals 2026-27 Tour Dates and Cities
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning OPERATION MINCEMEAT announced a full North American tour route spanning over 25 cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, as the Broadway production hits 500 performances.
Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Will Come to the Overture Center in May
Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, will come to the Overture Center in May.
Overture Center Will Host Free KIDS IN THE ROTUNDA Summer Performances
Overture Center's KIDS IN THE ROTUNDA summer series will feature free 45-minute performances at locations across Madison, including Grammy-nominated duo Wendy & DB and PBS artist Istvan, tailored for children ages nine and younger.
SIX, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Overture Center's 2026-27 Season
Overture Center in Madison, Wis.
THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE Will Come to Madison College
Madison College Performing Arts will present THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE April 17–19 at the Mitby Theater in Madison, Wis.
THE GREAT GATSBY Musical Will Come to Madison This Summer
Overture Center for the Arts will present the North American tour of THE GREAT GATSBY in Madison's Overture Hall July 28–Aug.
Overture Center for the Arts Names Victor Patterson and Cari Redington as Co-CEOs
Overture Center for the Arts announced the appointments of Victor Patterson as Co-CEO and Chief People Officer and Cari Redington as Co-CEO and Chief Financial Officer, both effective April 13, 2026.
RIVERDANCE Will Bring 30th Anniversary Tour to Madison for Limited Engagement
In celebration of its 30th anniversary, the new North American Tour of “Riverdance 30 – The New Generation” will take the stage in Overture Hall in just two weeks.
Madison Opera Will Perform COSÌ FAN TUTTE This April
Madison Opera will present Mozart's COSÌ FAN TUTTE, a romantic comedy opera, on April 24 and 26, featuring sublime music and engaging storytelling.
Forward Theater Company to Present World Premiere of LADY DISDAIN by Lauren Gunderson
Forward Theater will present the rolling world premiere of LADY DISDAIN from April 9 to 26.
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Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen Overture Center for the Arts (5/18-5/23) |
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The Wiz Overture Center for the Arts (10/06-10/11) |
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Jersey Boys Overture Center for the Arts (8/03-8/08) |
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SIX (Boleyn Tour) Overture Center (1/19-1/24) |
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Romeo and Juliet Balcony Battle Tyranena Brewing Company (8/22-8/23) |
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Disney's FROZEN The Broadway Musical The Fireside Dinner Theatre (7/23-9/06) |
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Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026 Barrymore Theatre (9/11-9/11) |
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Death Becomes Her Overture Center for the Arts (3/16-3/21) |
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Hadestown (Non-Equity) Overture Center (6/04-6/06) |
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The Outsiders Overture Center for the Arts (7/06-7/11) |