Winners Announced For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards
by BWW Awards - January 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - January 15, 2026
Winners have been announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Coleman's COMMITTED to be Presented at Broom Street Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Comitted, a new play by acclaimed playwright Coleman, will run at Broom Street Theatre, Madison. This memory play, set in 1960s Oklahoma, delves into civil rights, betrayal, and redemption through the story of a civil-rights activist and her son.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - January 12, 2026
Comitted, a new play by acclaimed playwright Coleman, will run at Broom Street Theatre, Madison. This memory play, set in 1960s Oklahoma, delves into civil rights, betrayal, and redemption through the story of a civil-rights activist and her son.
Review: MADISON RAPS ABOUT HAMILTON at The Overture Center
by Scott Rawson - January 08, 2026
This would mark my third time seeing Hamilton at The Overture Center. All have been good, and all have been slightly different. And all have had a varied effect on me.
by Scott Rawson - January 08, 2026
This would mark my third time seeing Hamilton at The Overture Center. All have been good, and all have been slightly different. And all have had a varied effect on me.
Forward Theater To Present Wisconsin Premiere of IRONBOUND
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
For their third production of the 2025-26 season, Forward Theater Company will present Ironbound by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok. Directed by Marcella Kearns.
by A.A. Cristi - January 07, 2026
For their third production of the 2025-26 season, Forward Theater Company will present Ironbound by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Martyna Majok. Directed by Marcella Kearns.
David Landau Comes to the Overture Center in January
by Stephi Wild - January 05, 2026
David Landau will perform at the Overture Center as part of the Kids in the Rotunda series. Performances are on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 9:30am, 11am & 1pm. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - January 05, 2026
David Landau will perform at the Overture Center as part of the Kids in the Rotunda series. Performances are on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 9:30am, 11am & 1pm. Learn more here!
Last Chance to Vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards; HAIRSPRAY Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
by BWW Awards - December 29, 2025
This is the last chance to vote for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!
HAMILTON Comes to Overture Hall in March
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Winner of 11 Tony Awards, a Grammy and the Pulitzer Prize, “Hamilton” will return to Madison at Overture Center Tuesday, January 6 – Sunday, January 18, 2026. Learn more here!
by BWW News Desk - December 22, 2025
Winner of 11 Tony Awards, a Grammy and the Pulitzer Prize, “Hamilton” will return to Madison at Overture Center Tuesday, January 6 – Sunday, January 18, 2026. Learn more here!
Tickets on Sale For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Overture Center
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Tickets for Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, at the Overture Center, will go on sale to the public on Friday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2025
Tickets for Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast,” the first North American touring production of the musical presented by Disney in over 25 years, at the Overture Center, will go on sale to the public on Friday, Dec. 12 at 11 a.m.
ICYMI: Next On Stage: Season 5- Meet the Top 15
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2025
BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage, Broadway's biggest national competition for high school and college students, returned to reveal the Top 15 performers in both age groups. The Top 15 includes...
Voting Open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards
by BWW Awards - November 21, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - November 21, 2025
Voting is now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards. The 2025 Regional Awards honor regional productions, touring shows, and more which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Watch: Next On Stage's High School & College Top 15 Revealed
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
by BWW News Desk - November 21, 2025
Who will make the Top 15 of BroadwayWorld's Next On Stage? You'lll have to tune in tonight, November 21 (High School: 7pm ET, College: 9pm ET), to find out!
LIGHTWIRE THEATER: A VERY ELECTRIC CHRISTMAS Comes to Overture
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2025
Looking for a fun family outing the day after Thanksgiving? Lightwire Theater’s “A Very Electric Christmas” is the ticket! Recommended for all ages, this unique entertainment experience takes place in Overture Hall.
by BWW News Desk - November 14, 2025
Looking for a fun family outing the day after Thanksgiving? Lightwire Theater’s “A Very Electric Christmas” is the ticket! Recommended for all ages, this unique entertainment experience takes place in Overture Hall.
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at Overture
by Scott Rawson - November 13, 2025
Some Like it Hot, set in the 1930’s during prohibition and segregation, was a delight to behold.
by Scott Rawson - November 13, 2025
Some Like it Hot, set in the 1930’s during prohibition and segregation, was a delight to behold.
BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Comes to Madison Next Year
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2025
Lead producer Colin Ingram together with Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, the creators of the “Back to the Future” film trilogy, and Overture Center for the Arts have announced that “Back to the Future: The Musical” will arrive in Madison in March.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2025
Lead producer Colin Ingram together with Robert Zemeckis and Bob Gale, the creators of the “Back to the Future” film trilogy, and Overture Center for the Arts have announced that “Back to the Future: The Musical” will arrive in Madison in March.
Tony Award-Winner Audra McDonald to Perform at Overture Center for the Arts in April 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
Overture Center for the Arts in Madison, Wisconsin will welcome Emmy, Grammy, and six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald for an evening of music and storytelling on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in Overture Hall.
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2025
Overture Center for the Arts in Madison, Wisconsin will welcome Emmy, Grammy, and six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald for an evening of music and storytelling on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in Overture Hall.
Overture Center For The Arts Welcomes Three New Schools To Disney Musicals In Schools Program
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2025
Overture Center’s Disney Musicals in Schools program continues to bring the magic of theater to students across Madison, inspiring creativity, teamwork and confidence in students and teachers alike.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2025
Overture Center’s Disney Musicals in Schools program continues to bring the magic of theater to students across Madison, inspiring creativity, teamwork and confidence in students and teachers alike.
Last Chance To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - October 27, 2025
This is your last chance to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
RENT 30th Anniversary Production Coming to Orpheum Theater in June 2026
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
Capital City Theatre will bring Jonathan Larson’s Tony- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical RENT to Madison’s historic Orpheum Theater June 5–7, 2026, in celebration of the show’s 30th Anniversary.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
Capital City Theatre will bring Jonathan Larson’s Tony- and Pulitzer Prize-winning musical RENT to Madison’s historic Orpheum Theater June 5–7, 2026, in celebration of the show’s 30th Anniversary.
GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL is Coming to Forward Theater in November
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
For just the second time in their history, Forward Theater Company will present a musical as part of their season. This time, it's in the form of the popular Broadway hit, Gutenberg! The Musical!. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2025
For just the second time in their history, Forward Theater Company will present a musical as part of their season. This time, it's in the form of the popular Broadway hit, Gutenberg! The Musical!. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Final Weeks To Submit For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - October 14, 2025
Time is running out to submit for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Madison Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Tickets on Sale This Week For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Overture
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2025
Overture Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for “Kimberly Akimbo,” winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical and the most critically acclaimed musical of its season, will go on sale starting Friday, Oct. 17.
by BWW News Desk - October 13, 2025
Overture Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for “Kimberly Akimbo,” winner of five 2023 Tony Awards including Best Musical and the most critically acclaimed musical of its season, will go on sale starting Friday, Oct. 17.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns to Madison This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
The Book of Mormon will return to Madison for a limited engagement this month at Overture Center For the Arts. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2025
The Book of Mormon will return to Madison for a limited engagement this month at Overture Center For the Arts. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
DRACULA, A FEMINIST REVENGE FANTASY, REALLY to be Presented at Madison Public Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2025
Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy by Kate Hamill will be presented at Madison Public Theatre this fall. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2025
Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy by Kate Hamill will be presented at Madison Public Theatre this fall. Learn more about the upcoming performances and see how to purchase tickets.
Capital City Theatre Brings IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE – A NEW MUSICAL In Concert To The Orpheum Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2025
Capital City Theatre, Madison’s professional musical theatre company, will return to the historic Orpheum Theatre this fall with a special concert presentation of It’s a Wonderful Life – A New Musical.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2025
Capital City Theatre, Madison’s professional musical theatre company, will return to the historic Orpheum Theatre this fall with a special concert presentation of It’s a Wonderful Life – A New Musical.
Overture Center Foundation Board Elects New Chair, Officers, and Directors
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2025
The Overture Center Foundation Board of Directors voted to ratify its newly elected Executive Committee officers and welcome new and re-elected Board Members.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2025
The Overture Center Foundation Board of Directors voted to ratify its newly elected Executive Committee officers and welcome new and re-elected Board Members.
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