THE LION KING Returns To Madison at Overture Center in May
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Disney's The Lion King returns to Madison for the first time since May 2016 with a three-week return engagement at Overture Center for the Arts beginning Thursday, May 11 and playing through Sunday, May 28.
by BWW News Desk - April 27, 2023
Disney's The Lion King returns to Madison for the first time since May 2016 with a three-week return engagement at Overture Center for the Arts beginning Thursday, May 11 and playing through Sunday, May 28.
Featured Artists Speak About The Inspiration and Ideas Behind Their Artwork at Overture
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
To connect and learn more about the artwork featured in Overture Galleries' spring exhibitions, please join in for artist talks and a reception on Friday, May 5 from 5-8 p.m. in the galleries.
by BWW News Desk - April 26, 2023
To connect and learn more about the artwork featured in Overture Galleries' spring exhibitions, please join in for artist talks and a reception on Friday, May 5 from 5-8 p.m. in the galleries.
Gravity & Other Myths' A SIMPLE SPACE Combines Contemporary Circus And A Fistful Of Grit Into An Artform
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
In an awe-inspiring display of strength, skill and creativity, this award-winning show will exhilarate and amaze you. Gravity & Other Myths, a circus company with roots in Adelaide, Australia, presents “A Simple Space” on Saturday, May 6 at 7 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2023
In an awe-inspiring display of strength, skill and creativity, this award-winning show will exhilarate and amaze you. Gravity & Other Myths, a circus company with roots in Adelaide, Australia, presents “A Simple Space” on Saturday, May 6 at 7 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
BEETLEJUICE, LES MISERABLES, and More Set For Overture Center's 2023/24 Season
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2023
Using a famous line from Broadway's “Moulin Rouge, The Musical,” Overture Center revealed its “spectacular” 2023/24 season at a live, in-person event in Overture Hall Main Lobby this evening, showcasing an array of diverse artistic expressions, cultures and personalities. Learn more about the lineup here!
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2023
Using a famous line from Broadway's “Moulin Rouge, The Musical,” Overture Center revealed its “spectacular” 2023/24 season at a live, in-person event in Overture Hall Main Lobby this evening, showcasing an array of diverse artistic expressions, cultures and personalities. Learn more about the lineup here!
The Mayhem Poets Come To Capitol Theatre This May
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
“Let's go see a poetry show.” That is a sentence rarely proclaimed and usually responded to with cringes and excuses. The Mayhem Poets are on a mission to change that.
by BWW News Desk - April 20, 2023
“Let's go see a poetry show.” That is a sentence rarely proclaimed and usually responded to with cringes and excuses. The Mayhem Poets are on a mission to change that.
Bryan Smith Brings New NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE Show to Overture
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2023
For extreme filmmaker Bryan Smith, the line between going for it and going too far is often blurry—especially when you’re exploring the earth’s most remote environments. Learn what it’s like to be the person behind the lens with National Geographic Live, the touring speaker series that brings to life the awe-inspiring stories of National Geographic Explorers.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2023
For extreme filmmaker Bryan Smith, the line between going for it and going too far is often blurry—especially when you’re exploring the earth’s most remote environments. Learn what it’s like to be the person behind the lens with National Geographic Live, the touring speaker series that brings to life the awe-inspiring stories of National Geographic Explorers.
Overture's Lullaby Project Helps New Parents Create A Personal Legacy Through Song
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Lullabies created through a collaboration between Madison-area expectant and new parents and local teaching artists participating in Overture Center's Lullaby Project will be showcased at Kids in the Rotunda on Saturday, April 29, with free in-person community performances at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2023
Lullabies created through a collaboration between Madison-area expectant and new parents and local teaching artists participating in Overture Center's Lullaby Project will be showcased at Kids in the Rotunda on Saturday, April 29, with free in-person community performances at 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.
AS YOU LIKE IT & More Set for Madison Shakespeare Company Spring 2023 Programming
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2023
Madison Shakespeare Company has announced details of its Spring 2023 programming, including the MSC debut presentation of two plays, the return of Shakespeare In the Park, and a collection of love stories curated for a perfect Wisconsin spring day out of doors.
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2023
Madison Shakespeare Company has announced details of its Spring 2023 programming, including the MSC debut presentation of two plays, the return of Shakespeare In the Park, and a collection of love stories curated for a perfect Wisconsin spring day out of doors.
Contemporary Dance Group BODYTRAFFIC Brings Versatility And Vivid Theatricality to Madison
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
Get ready to be awed by the provocative repertory company BODYTRAFFIC as it takes the stage on Friday, April 21 at 8 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2023
Get ready to be awed by the provocative repertory company BODYTRAFFIC as it takes the stage on Friday, April 21 at 8 p.m.
Overture Will Announce its Upcoming Season This Month
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2023
In two weeks—Overture Center will reveal its 2023/24 season to donors, subscribers and special guests at a live, in-person event in Overture Hall Main Lobby on Thursday, April 20 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2023
In two weeks—Overture Center will reveal its 2023/24 season to donors, subscribers and special guests at a live, in-person event in Overture Hall Main Lobby on Thursday, April 20 at 7 p.m.
Tickets For SIX at Overture Go on Sale This Week
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2023
Overture Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for the Tony Award-winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss will go on sale Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m. for eight performances from Tuesday, Aug. 1 to Sunday, Aug. 6.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2023
Overture Center for the Arts has announced that tickets for the Tony Award-winning electrifying new musical phenomenon SIX by Tony Award-winners Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss will go on sale Friday, March 31 at 11 a.m. for eight performances from Tuesday, Aug. 1 to Sunday, Aug. 6.
Overture Center Hosts Blood Drive in April
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Members of the community are invited to Overture Center's annual American Red Cross Blood Drive in Overture Hall Lobby on Wednesday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 29, 2023
Members of the community are invited to Overture Center's annual American Red Cross Blood Drive in Overture Hall Lobby on Wednesday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
'Kids In The Rotunda' Spring Season Wraps Up This Month With Four Family-Friendly Shows
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Kids in the Rotunda, Madison's favorite family-friendly Saturday arts performance series, wraps up its 2022/23 season on Overture Center's Rotunda stage in April with four popular returning local artists and groups.
by BWW News Desk - March 27, 2023
Kids in the Rotunda, Madison's favorite family-friendly Saturday arts performance series, wraps up its 2022/23 season on Overture Center's Rotunda stage in April with four popular returning local artists and groups.
International Festival Set For Next Weekend at Overture
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2023
International Festival at Overture Center is NEXT WEEKEND—and it's bigger and better than ever! The annual festival has expanded to a two-day event on Saturday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 2 from 1-4 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2023
International Festival at Overture Center is NEXT WEEKEND—and it's bigger and better than ever! The annual festival has expanded to a two-day event on Saturday, April 1 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 2 from 1-4 p.m.
Staged Reading of PARIS BOUND to be Presented at Falconbridge Players This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
The 2023 season of Falconbridge Players continues March 28 when the troupe presents a staged reading of Paris Bound by Philip Barry.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2023
The 2023 season of Falconbridge Players continues March 28 when the troupe presents a staged reading of Paris Bound by Philip Barry.
Student Performers Star In Jerry Ensemble Cabaret at Overture
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
The Jerry Ensemble Cabaret is back! On Monday, April 3 at 7 p.m., members of the Southern Wisconsin Jerry Ensemble will dazzle audience members in a 75-minute cabaret-style performance in Overture Center's Promenade Hall.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2023
The Jerry Ensemble Cabaret is back! On Monday, April 3 at 7 p.m., members of the Southern Wisconsin Jerry Ensemble will dazzle audience members in a 75-minute cabaret-style performance in Overture Center's Promenade Hall.
YAMATO Comes to Overture Hall in April
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2023
Get ready to see “more than a performance” as YAMATO the Drummers of Japan brings their 2023-2024 world tour – “Hinotori” The wings of Phoenix – to Overture Hall on Sunday, April 2 at 7 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2023
Get ready to see “more than a performance” as YAMATO the Drummers of Japan brings their 2023-2024 world tour – “Hinotori” The wings of Phoenix – to Overture Hall on Sunday, April 2 at 7 p.m.
World Premiere of Lauren Gunderson's ARTEMISIA to Open at Forward Theater in April
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
For their final production of the 2022-23 season, Forward Theater Company will present the world premiere of Artemisia by Lauren Gunderson.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2023
For their final production of the 2022-23 season, Forward Theater Company will present the world premiere of Artemisia by Lauren Gunderson.
'The Second City Swipes Right: An Incomplete Guide to The Ultimate Date Night' Comes to Overture
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2023
Bring your partner, lover, significant other, spouse, friend with benefits, friend with EXTRA benefits, platonic BFF or your spectacularly single self to The Second City Swipes Right: An Incomplete Guide to The Ultimate Date Night, the brand-new experience you've been aching for.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2023
Bring your partner, lover, significant other, spouse, friend with benefits, friend with EXTRA benefits, platonic BFF or your spectacularly single self to The Second City Swipes Right: An Incomplete Guide to The Ultimate Date Night, the brand-new experience you've been aching for.
Award-Winning Cinematographer Shares His Secrets Of Filming African Wildlife at Overture
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Experience an epic African wildlife park through the eyes of an Emmy Award-winning natural history cinematographer in National Geographic Live Nature Roars Back with Bob Poole on Tuesday, March 28, 7:30 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2023
Experience an epic African wildlife park through the eyes of an Emmy Award-winning natural history cinematographer in National Geographic Live Nature Roars Back with Bob Poole on Tuesday, March 28, 7:30 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
ANIMAL: A Farm Story Comes to Overture
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2023
A production for young and old alike, ANIMAL is the farm gone haywire! Cirque Alfonse brings their circus-style production of ANIMAL: A Farm Story to Overture Center on Saturday, March 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 2023
A production for young and old alike, ANIMAL is the farm gone haywire! Cirque Alfonse brings their circus-style production of ANIMAL: A Farm Story to Overture Center on Saturday, March 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
More Than 50 Artists Explore 'Democracy' In Spring Playhouse Gallery Exhibit
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2023
In a new Overture Galleries exhibit titled “Democracy,” more than 50 artists (local, regional and beyond) explore their questions and interpretations of the current state of democracy. What is the history and definition of democracy? How does a democratic political system work? What is your vision of a healthy democracy?
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2023
In a new Overture Galleries exhibit titled “Democracy,” more than 50 artists (local, regional and beyond) explore their questions and interpretations of the current state of democracy. What is the history and definition of democracy? How does a democratic political system work? What is your vision of a healthy democracy?
The 25th Anniversary Tour of CHICAGO is Coming to Madison This Month
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2023
CHICAGO is celebrating with the 25th Anniversary Tour that arrives in Madison, Wis. from Tuesday, March 21 through Sunday, March 26 in Overture Hall.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2023
CHICAGO is celebrating with the 25th Anniversary Tour that arrives in Madison, Wis. from Tuesday, March 21 through Sunday, March 26 in Overture Hall.
Nurse Blake's SHOCK ADVISED COMEDY TOUR Comes To Overture in October
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2023
Internationally touring comedian, nurse and viral video star NURSE BLAKE announces his massive 100-city Shock Advised Comedy Tour. A follow up to his sold-out 2022 PTO Comedy Tour, Nurse Blake kicks off his months-long 2023 Shock Advised Comedy Tour in Anchorage, Alaska, on July 25 and winds his way across North America, hitting cities in the U.S. and Canada before wrapping the tour in Honolulu, Hawaii, in late December.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2023
Internationally touring comedian, nurse and viral video star NURSE BLAKE announces his massive 100-city Shock Advised Comedy Tour. A follow up to his sold-out 2022 PTO Comedy Tour, Nurse Blake kicks off his months-long 2023 Shock Advised Comedy Tour in Anchorage, Alaska, on July 25 and winds his way across North America, hitting cities in the U.S. and Canada before wrapping the tour in Honolulu, Hawaii, in late December.
Nine-Piece Scottish Rock Band Brings The Heat To Madison
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2023
Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning! It's The Red Hot Chilli PIPERS – (NOT the Peppers!), and they're bringing the heat to Overture Center on Saturday, March 18 at 8 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2023
Bagpipes with attitude. Drums with a Scottish accent. A blazing rock band and show so hot, it carries its own health warning! It's The Red Hot Chilli PIPERS – (NOT the Peppers!), and they're bringing the heat to Overture Center on Saturday, March 18 at 8 p.m. in Capitol Theater.
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