Madison Theater Newsroom
The latest news on live theater in Madison from Broadway shows on tour to regional theater.
Play Broadway Games Every Day in May and Win a Merch Prize Pack
BroadwayWorld is launching the May 2026 Games Challenge - a month-long streak competition open to fans across the U.
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.
NEWSIES Unseats LES MISÉRABLES to Win BroadwayWorld's 2026 Ultimate Movie Musical Bracket
After six weeks of voting, BroadwayWorld readers have crowned Newsies the Ultimate Best Movie Musical in the 2026 edition of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket.
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.
World Irish Dance Champions to Bring A TASTE OF IRELAND to Eau Claire
A Taste of Ireland - The Irish Music & Dance Sensation, is coming to Eau Claire at the Pablo Center at the Confluence, RCU Theatre.
SIX, HADESTOWN, and More Set For Overture Center's 2026-27 Season
Overture Center in Madison, Wis.
THE OUTSIDERS, MAYBE HAPPY ENDING and More Set for Overture Center 2026/27 Season
Overture Center has revealed its 2026/27 season.
BroadwayWorld My Shows is Now Part of the New & Improved App
Since launching last fall, BroadwayWorld My Shows has been the place where theatre fans log every production they've seen, rate performances, write reviews, and document their theatre experiences.
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.
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
LES MISÉRABLES vs. NEWSIES: Final Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Movie Musical Bracket
Voting is now open for the final round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
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.
BroadwayWorld Goes Even More Global: Now Available in 20 Languages
As New York City and the broader United States prepare to welcome the world for a historic stretch of global events — including FIFA World Cup 2026 and America's 250th Anniversary celebrations — BroadwayWorld is expanding its platform to meet that moment in a meaningful way.
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.
Fifth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fifth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
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.
Video: KINKY BOOTS Tour First Look
Get a first look at the new non-equity North American Tour of Kinky Boots.
Introducing the StageMag Show Promo Kit
Introducing the Show Promo Kit — your all-in-one toolkit for promoting your production! Everything you need to spread the word, now in a single dedicated page in your Stage Mag dashboard.
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.
Fourth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fourth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate B
Take Our Spring 2026 Survey For A Chance To Win A $100 Amazon Gift Card
BroadwayWorld's research surveys are used by industry members to make decisions about productions, marketing, and more.
Third Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the third round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
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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Maybe Happy Ending Overture Center for the Arts (11/24-11/29) |
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Jersey Boys Overture Center for the Arts (8/03-8/08) |
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SIX Overture Center for the Arts (1/19-1/24) |
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Hadestown Overture Center for the Arts (6/01-6/06) |
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SIX (Boleyn Tour) Overture Center (1/19-1/24) |
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Alicia Keys' Hell's Kitchen Overture Center for the Arts (5/18-5/23) |
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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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Outback / Murray & Peter Present Viterbo University Fine Arts Center (11/07-11/07) |
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Disney's Aladdin Jr Cambridge-Deerfield Players (8/20-8/23) PHOTOS |