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Nurse Blake: But Did You Die?
10/18 - 12/31/2025


Nurse Blake, the viral comic sensation, returns with his new comedy tour, But Did You Die?, showcasing his unique blend of humor centered around healthcare ...


Back to the Future: The Musical brings the beloved film to life on stage, following the adventures of Marty McFly, a teenager who accidentally travels ...

Disney Musicals in Schools
1/1 - 5/31/2026


Disney Musicals in Schools is a program aimed at introducing the magic of theater to students in under-resourced elementary schools. Starting in January 2026, new ...



Review: SOME LIKE IT HOW 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....

BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Comes to Madison Next Year


by Stephi Wild - 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 A.A. Cristi - 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....

GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL is Coming to Forward Theater in November


by Chloe Rabinowitz - 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. ...

Tickets on Sale This Week For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Overture


by Stephi Wild - 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 Stephi Wild - 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!...

Madison Opera Opens 2025–26 Season with Puccini’s LA BOHÈME


by A.A. Cristi - October 08, 2025

Madison Opera launches its 2025–26 season with Puccini’s timeless masterpiece La Bohème, performed November 7 and 9 at Overture Hall. The beloved opera follows the passionate and heartbreaking lives of young artists in Paris, featuring a dynamic new cast and direction by Alison Pogorelc, conducted b...

Madison Opera Opens 2025–26 Season with Puccini’s LA BOHÈME


by A.A. Cristi - October 08, 2025

Madison Opera launches its 2025–26 season with Puccini’s timeless masterpiece La Bohème, performed November 7 and 9 at Overture Hall. The beloved opera follows the passionate and heartbreaking lives of young artists in Paris, featuring a dynamic new cast and direction by Alison Pogorelc, conducted b...

HAMILTON Returns To Madison 


by Stephi Wild - September 22, 2025

Producer Jeffrey Seller and Overture Center for the Arts announced that tickets for 'Hamilton' go on sale to the public on Thursday, Sept. 25 at 11 a.m. Learn more about the show here!...

Overture Center Adds Four New Shows to 2025–26 Season


by A.A. Cristi - September 16, 2025

Overture Center for the Arts has announced four new additions to its 2025–26 season, expanding an already packed lineup of theater, music, comedy, and family programming. ...

Past Shows

Wicked
7/24 - 7/27/2025


Wicked tells the untold story of the Witches of Oz, exploring the unlikely friendship between two young women: one born with emerald-green skin and the ...


I'm With Her, the Grammy-winning trio comprised of Sarah Jarosz, Aoife O’Donovan, and Sara Watkins, will perform at the Overture Center for the Arts on ...

Inner Passages
Inner Passages
4/24 - 4/26/2025


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Danae Hays brings her distinctive blend of comedy and music to the stage with her upcoming performance of The First Time Tour. Known for her ...


Join paleontologist Lindsay Zanno on a fascinating journey through the badlands of North America as she explores the evolution of the T. rex and its ...

Funny Girl
12/31 - 1/5/2025


Funny Girl is a musical comedy revival that tells the story of Fanny Brice, an aspiring performer from the Lower East Side who defies the ...

Overture Forever Campaign
1/1 - 12/31/2024


The Overture Forever Campaign runs throughout 2024 at the Overture Center for the Arts. This initiative aims to enhance the center's infrastructure and sustainability efforts, ...


The Up Close series at the Overture Center for the Arts presents an intimate evening with Grammy-nominated jazz musicians Ben Wendel and Taylor Eigsti. This ...


Monkey Business brings a dynamic mix of improv comedy to the Overture Center for the Arts on October 30, 2024. The Monkey Business Institute presents ...

Danz Trad
10/26


Danz Trad brings the vibrant culture of Mexico to the Overture Center's Rotunda stage on October 26. This Madison-based dance group will showcase traditional dances ...


Mike Birbiglia brings his comedic talents to the Overture Center for the Arts with his latest tour, Please Stop the Ride, on October 22, 2024. ...

NOLA Tribute
10/19


NOLA Tribute invites audiences on a vibrant musical journey through the heart of New Orleans, featuring a talented ensemble that includes Leroy James, a Preservation ...


Angela Puerta will perform as part of the Kids in the Rotunda series at the Overture Center for the Arts. In this interactive show, Puerta ...


Overture Center for the Arts has earned certification from KultureCity, becoming the first performing arts center in Wisconsin recognized as a sensory-inclusive facility. This initiative ...


Black Star Drum Line kicks off the Overture Center's free Kids in the Rotunda series on October 5, 2024. This engaging performance introduces children to ...


Bluey's Big Play The Stage Show brings the beloved characters from the Emmy Award-winning animated series to life for families to enjoy. The Heelers—Bluey, Bingo, ...


Sesame Street Live! Say Hello brings the beloved characters Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Cookie Monster to life in an interactive show designed for families. Audience ...


Comedian Steve Treviño is bringing his Good Life Tour to Madison on April 26, 2024. Known for his relatable and humorous perspectives on marriage and ...

The Far-Out Prophecies of Nostradamus


The Far-Out Prophecies of NostradamusA Collaboration with Are We Delicious?April 17-19, 2020 Fri 7:30pm, Sat 5pm and 8pm, Sun 2:30pmThe success of this concert has ...

Love is Love
Love is Love
2/14 - 2/23/2020


Love is LoveFebruary 14-16 & 21-23, 2020Fri 2/14 and 2/21 at 7:30Sat 2/15 and 2/22 at 5pm and 8pmSun 2/16 and 2/23 at 2:30pmSpend Valentines ...

Winter Fantasia
Winter Fantasia
12/13 - 12/15/2019


Winter FantasiaDecember 13-15, 2019Fri 12/13 at 7:30, Sat 12/14 at 2pm and 5pm, Sun 12/15 at 1pm and 4pmMake it a holiday tradition!This beloved winter ...

Martha Graham: Power and Passion


Martha Graham: Power and PassionOctober 18-20, 2019 Fri 10/18 at 7:30pm, Sat 10/19 at 5pm and 8pm, Sun 10/20 at 2:30pmExperience the artistry of an ...

On The Town
On The Town
5/30 - 6/2/2019


In celebration of Leonard Bernsteins 100th Birthday, Capital City Theatre, in collaboration with Madison Ballet, presents the musical, On the Town, May 30 June 2 ...

Midsummer’s Eve - Kanopy Company 2 - The Next Generation from Kanopy Dance


Midsummer’s Eve Presented by MADISON.COM, Wisconsin State Journal, and Full Compass Kanopy Company 2 Heats Things Up As the days get longer, the dancing continues ...

Spring’s Awakening - Kanopy Dance Company's 2018-19


Spring’s Awakening Presented by The Century House and SprintPrint A New Crop Of World Premieres, Locally Made The daffodils and tulips are poking through the ...

Devil's Night - Kanopy Dance Company's 2018-19


Devil’s Night Presented by 94.1 JJO and Earthling Interactive An Apocalyptic Vision in Heavy Metal Enter the dark land of enchantment, the world of the ...

Winter Fantasia - Kanopy Dance Company's 2018-19


Winter Fantasia Presented by Harms Insurance and Wisconsin’s 57 Television Deck the Halls with Snow Fairies, Solstice Lights and Carols As the snowflakes begins to ...

Celebrations! Kanopy Dance Company's 2018-19


Celebrations! Presented by Custer Plumb Financial Services, Urban Land Interests, and Jendusa Design & Engineering Revel in Emotions in Motion We kick off our season ...

Kanopy Dance Rioult Hearts Entwined


RIOULT: HEARTS ENTWINED Guest Artists: former Martha Graham Principal Dancers Pascal Rioult & Joyce Herring, and their RIOULT DANCE NY. February 12-14, 2016 Overture Center ...

Kanopy Dance Juxtaposed
Kanopy Dance Juxtaposed
11/13 - 11/15/2015


JUXTAPOSED Chicago’s Winifred Haun & Dancers Dance Masterwork restaging: Charles Weidman’s ‘Lynchtown’ (1936) November 13-15, 2015 Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State St Madison, ...

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