Overture Center

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201 State Street
Madison, WI 53703

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Overture Center History

Overture Center features seven state-of-the-art performance spaces and five galleries where Broadway tours, national and international touring artists, 10 resident companies and hundreds of local artists engage people in nearly 700,000 educational and artistic experiences each year.

Shows at the Overture Center

DATES PRODUCTION

7/28/2026 - 8/2/2026 The Great Gatsby: A New Musical (2026)
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5/12/2026 - 5/17/2026 Beauty and the Beast (2025)
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6/17/2025 - 6/22/2025 MJ (2023)
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5/13/2025 - 5/18/2025 Clue (2024)

3/18/2025 - 3/23/2025 A Beautiful Noise (2024)
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2/4/2025 - 2/9/2025 Shucked (2024)
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12/31/2024 - 1/5/2025 Funny Girl (2023)

11/26/2024 - 12/1/2024 & Juliet (2024)
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10/11/2024 - 10/12/2024 Shrek the Musical (Non-Equity) (2024)

7/9/2024 - 7/21/2024 Moulin Rouge! (2022)
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6/11/2024 - 8/4/2024 Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (2022)

5/24/2024 - 5/26/2024 The Kite Runner (2024)

5/16/2024 - 5/16/2024 Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles (Non-Equity) (2023)

3/19/2024 - 3/24/2024 Mamma Mia! (2023)
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2/14/2024 - 2/18/2024 Les Miserables (2017)
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1/9/2024 - 9/14/2025 Beetlejuice (2022)

11/21/2023 - 11/26/2023 My Fair Lady (Non-Equity) (2022)

8/1/2023 - 8/6/2023 SIX (Boleyn Tour) (2022)
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6/13/2023 - 6/18/2023 Tootsie (Non-Equity) (2021)

5/11/2023 - 5/28/2023 The Lion King (2002)
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3/21/2023 - 3/26/2023 Chicago (Non-Equity) (2022)

2/21/2023 - 2/26/2023 Jesus Christ Superstar (Non-Equity) (2023)

1/24/2023 - 1/29/2023 Hadestown (2021)

11/15/2022 - 11/20/2022 Come From Away (2018)

10/18/2022 - 10/23/2022 Pretty Woman (2020)

8/30/2022 - 9/4/2022 Mean Girls (2021)

8/9/2022 - 6/25/2023 Hamilton (Angelica Company) (2017)
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6/14/2022 - 6/19/2022 Ain't Too Proud (2021)

5/10/2022 - 7/2/2023 Dear Evan Hansen (2021)

3/22/2022 - 3/27/2022 The Prom (2021)

2/22/2022 - 2/27/2022 Hairspray (Non-Equity) (2021)

1/22/2022 - 1/23/2022 What the Constitution Means To Me (2020)

11/16/2021 - 11/21/2021 Fiddler on the Roof (Non-Equity) (2019)

11/19/2019 - 12/8/2019 Hamilton (Philip Company) (2018)

9/17/2019 - 9/22/2019 The Book of Mormon (2012)

7/30/2019 - 8/4/2019 Anastasia (2018) [Cancelled]
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5/14/2019 - 5/19/2019 A Bronx Tale (2018)

4/2/2019 - 2/21/2019 Miss Saigon (2018)

2/26/2019 - 3/3/2019 The King and I (2016)

11/20/2018 - 11/25/2018 School of Rock (2017)

7/24/2018 - 7/29/2018 Waitress (2017)

5/15/2018 - 5/20/2018 On Your Feet (2017)

4/3/2018 - 4/8/2018 Les Miserables (2017)
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2/27/2018 - 3/4/2018 An American in Paris (2016)

1/2/2018 - 1/7/2018 Rent (Non Eq) (2016)

11/12/2017 - 11/12/2017 A Night With Janis Joplin (2017)

6/13/2017 - 6/18/2017 Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (2015)

3/21/2017 - 3/26/2017 Cabaret (2016)

1/25/2017 - 2/5/2017 The Phantom of the Opera (2013)

1/3/2017 - 1/8/2017 Jersey Boys (2015)

7/12/2016 - 7/17/2016 Kinky Boots (2014)

5/10/2016 - 6/5/2016 The Lion King (2002)
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3/1/2016 - 3/6/2016 Motown the Musical (2014)

2/2/2016 - 2/7/2016 The Sound of Music (2015)

1/6/2015 - 1/11/2015 I Love Lucy Live on Stage (2014)

11/25/2014 - 11/30/2014 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2014)

6/10/2014 - 6/15/2014 War Horse (2012)

5/13/2014 - 5/18/2014 Million Dollar Quartet (2011)

2/25/2014 - 3/2/2014 Flashdance The Musical (2013)

1/14/2014 - 1/19/2014 Sister Act (2012)

7/10/2012 - 7/15/2012 Billy Elliot (2010)

5/1/2012 - 5/6/2012 The Addams Family (2011)

3/16/2012 - 3/18/2012 Cats (2011)

2/24/2012 - 2/26/2012 Fiddler on the Roof (2011)

12/6/2011 - 12/11/2011 Beauty and the Beast (2010)

5/10/2011 - 5/15/2011 Les Miserables (2010)

4/5/2011 - 4/10/2011 Legally Blonde (2010)

1/28/2011 - 1/30/2011 Mamma Mia! (2002)

9/22/2010 - 10/10/2010 Wicked (1st National Tour) (2005)

1/26/2010 - 1/31/2010 Rent (2009)

1/19/2010 - 1/24/2010 Little House on the Prairie (2008)

11/10/2009 - 11/15/2009 The 39 Steps (2009)

10/21/2008 - 10/26/2008 Avenue Q (2007)

4/18/2008 - 4/20/2008 The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2006)

10/28/2005 - 10/30/2005 Chicago (unknown)

News

Review: SOME LIKE IT HOW at Overture Photo

Review: SOME LIKE IT HOW at Overture
by Scott Rawson - Nov 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 Photo

BACK TO THE FUTURE: THE MUSICAL Comes to Madison Next Year
by Stephi Wild - Nov 4, 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 Photo

Tony Award-Winner Audra McDonald to Perform at Overture Center for the Arts in April 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 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 Photo

Overture Center For The Arts Welcomes Three New Schools To Disney Musicals In Schools Program
by Stephi Wild - Oct 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.

GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL is Coming to Forward Theater in November Photo

GUTENBERG! THE MUSICAL is Coming to Forward Theater in November
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 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.

RIVERDANCE Will Launch US Tour in 2026 Photo

RIVERDANCE Will Launch US Tour in 2026
by Nicole Rosky - Oct 14, 2025

RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, the international Irish dance phenomenon seen by over 30 million people worldwide, will return to the United States in 2026. Launching in Sarasota, Florida, the new show, RIVERDANCE 30 - The New Generation, will play in 67 American cities from January to June 2026.

Tickets on Sale This Week For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Overture Photo

Tickets on Sale This Week For KIMBERLY AKIMBO at Overture
by Stephi Wild - Oct 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 Photo

THE BOOK OF MORMON Returns to Madison This Month
by Stephi Wild - Oct 9, 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 Photo

Madison Opera Opens 2025�"26 Season with Puccini’s LA BOHÈME
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 9, 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 by John DeMain.

Overture Center Foundation Board Elects New Chair, Officers, and Directors Photo

Overture Center Foundation Board Elects New Chair, Officers, and Directors
by Stephi Wild - Sep 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.

HAMILTON Returns To Madison
by Stephi Wild - Sep 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 Photo

Overture Center Adds Four New Shows to 2025�"26 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 17, 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.

Overture Offers 'Pay What You Wish' Pricing For Dance Performance Photo

Overture Offers 'Pay What You Wish' Pricing For Dance Performance
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025

Experience the power and beauty of 'Sol Invictus' when Compagnie Hervé Koubi takes the stage in Overture Hall. Overture Center has made this performance accessible to all through “Pay What You Wish” tickets

Justin Willman Brings 'One For The Ages Tour' to Madison Photo

Justin Willman Brings 'One For The Ages Tour' to Madison
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025

Fresh off the release of “Magic Lover”—Netflix’s first-ever magic comedy special—Justin Willman is hitting the road with an all-new tour: One for the Ages.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 8/28/2025; Jobs In Education, Design and More Photo

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 8/28/2025; Jobs In Education, Design and More
by - Aug 28, 2025

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 8/28/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight Comes to the Overture Center Photo

The Rock Orchestra By Candlelight Comes to the Overture Center
by Stephi Wild - Aug 25, 2025

After mesmerizing audiences across Europe and the UK, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight will return to the USA—with a stop at Overture Center for the Arts.

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 8/21/2025; Jobs In Production, Finance and More Photo

BroadwayWorld Classifieds 8/21/2025; Jobs In Production, Finance and More
by - Aug 21, 2025

This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 8/21/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.

PRIMARY TRUST to be Presented at Forward Theater in September Photo

PRIMARY TRUST to be Presented at Forward Theater in September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 20, 2025

To kick off the 2025-26 season, Forward Theater Company will present Primary Trust by Eboni Booth. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets!

Zachary Keller and Helen Krushinski to Lead WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour Photo

Zachary Keller and Helen Krushinski to Lead WATER FOR ELEPHANTS National Tour
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 8, 2025

The cast has been revealed for the North American Tour of WATER FOR ELEPHANTS. Learn more about the tour and see how to purchase tickets to upcoming dates.

Theresa Caputo Brings THE EXPERIENCE to Overture Photo

Theresa Caputo Brings THE EXPERIENCE to Overture
by Stephi Wild - Aug 5, 2025

Now Madison fans will get their chance at healing when the acclaimed medium and beloved personality appears live at Overture Center this month. Learn more here!

Videos

Shows at the Overture Center
DATES			PRODUCTION
7/28/2026	-	8/2/2026	The Great Gatsby: A New Musical (2026) Click Here to Buy Tickets
5/12/2026	-	5/17/2026	Beauty and the Beast (2025) Click Here to Buy Tickets
6/17/2025	-	6/22/2025	MJ (2023) Click Here to Buy Tickets
5/13/2025	-	5/18/2025	Clue (2024)
3/18/2025	-	3/23/2025	A Beautiful Noise (2024) Click Here to Buy Tickets
2/4/2025	-	2/9/2025	Shucked (2024) Click Here to Buy Tickets
12/31/2024	-	1/5/2025	Funny Girl (2023)
11/26/2024	-	12/1/2024	& Juliet (2024) Click Here to Buy Tickets
10/11/2024	-	10/12/2024	Shrek the Musical (Non-Equity) (2024)
7/9/2024	-	7/21/2024	Moulin Rouge! (2022) Click Here to Buy Tickets
6/11/2024	-	8/4/2024	Tina: The Tina Turner Musical (2022)
5/24/2024	-	5/26/2024	The Kite Runner (2024)
5/16/2024	-	5/16/2024	Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles (Non-Equity) (2023)
3/19/2024	-	3/24/2024	Mamma Mia! (2023) Click Here to Buy Tickets
2/14/2024	-	2/18/2024	Les Miserables (2017) Click Here to Buy Tickets
1/9/2024	-	9/14/2025	Beetlejuice (2022)
11/21/2023	-	11/26/2023	My Fair Lady (Non-Equity) (2022)
8/1/2023	-	8/6/2023	SIX (Boleyn Tour) (2022) Click Here to Buy Tickets
6/13/2023	-	6/18/2023	Tootsie (Non-Equity) (2021)
5/11/2023	-	5/28/2023	The Lion King (2002) Click Here to Buy Tickets
3/21/2023	-	3/26/2023	Chicago (Non-Equity) (2022)
2/21/2023	-	2/26/2023	Jesus Christ Superstar (Non-Equity) (2023)
1/24/2023	-	1/29/2023	Hadestown (2021)
11/15/2022	-	11/20/2022	Come From Away (2018)
10/18/2022	-	10/23/2022	Pretty Woman (2020)
8/30/2022	-	9/4/2022	Mean Girls (2021)
8/9/2022	-	6/25/2023	Hamilton (Angelica Company) (2017) Click Here to Buy Tickets
6/14/2022	-	6/19/2022	Ain't Too Proud (2021)
5/10/2022	-	7/2/2023	Dear Evan Hansen (2021)
3/22/2022	-	3/27/2022	The Prom (2021)
2/22/2022	-	2/27/2022	Hairspray (Non-Equity) (2021)
1/22/2022	-	1/23/2022	What the Constitution Means To Me (2020)
11/16/2021	-	11/21/2021	Fiddler on the Roof (Non-Equity) (2019)
11/19/2019	-	12/8/2019	Hamilton (Philip Company) (2018)
9/17/2019	-	9/22/2019	The Book of Mormon (2012)
7/30/2019	-	8/4/2019	Anastasia (2018) [Cancelled] Click Here to Buy Tickets
5/14/2019	-	5/19/2019	A Bronx Tale (2018)
4/2/2019	-	2/21/2019	Miss Saigon (2018)
2/26/2019	-	3/3/2019	The King and I (2016)
11/20/2018	-	11/25/2018	School of Rock (2017)
7/24/2018	-	7/29/2018	Waitress (2017)
5/15/2018	-	5/20/2018	On Your Feet (2017)
4/3/2018	-	4/8/2018	Les Miserables (2017) Click Here to Buy Tickets
2/27/2018	-	3/4/2018	An American in Paris (2016)
1/2/2018	-	1/7/2018	Rent (Non Eq) (2016)
11/12/2017	-	11/12/2017	A Night With Janis Joplin (2017)
6/13/2017	-	6/18/2017	Beautiful: The Carole King Musical (2015)
3/21/2017	-	3/26/2017	Cabaret (2016)
1/25/2017	-	2/5/2017	The Phantom of the Opera (2013)
1/3/2017	-	1/8/2017	Jersey Boys (2015)
7/12/2016	-	7/17/2016	Kinky Boots (2014)
5/10/2016	-	6/5/2016	The Lion King (2002) Click Here to Buy Tickets
3/1/2016	-	3/6/2016	Motown the Musical (2014)
2/2/2016	-	2/7/2016	The Sound of Music (2015)
1/6/2015	-	1/11/2015	I Love Lucy Live on Stage (2014)
11/25/2014	-	11/30/2014	Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (2014)
6/10/2014	-	6/15/2014	War Horse (2012)
5/13/2014	-	5/18/2014	Million Dollar Quartet (2011)
2/25/2014	-	3/2/2014	Flashdance The Musical (2013)
1/14/2014	-	1/19/2014	Sister Act (2012)
7/10/2012	-	7/15/2012	Billy Elliot (2010)
5/1/2012	-	5/6/2012	The Addams Family (2011)
3/16/2012	-	3/18/2012	Cats (2011)
2/24/2012	-	2/26/2012	Fiddler on the Roof (2011)
12/6/2011	-	12/11/2011	Beauty and the Beast (2010)
5/10/2011	-	5/15/2011	Les Miserables (2010)
4/5/2011	-	4/10/2011	Legally Blonde (2010)
1/28/2011	-	1/30/2011	Mamma Mia! (2002)
9/22/2010	-	10/10/2010	Wicked (1st National Tour) (2005)
1/26/2010	-	1/31/2010	Rent (2009)
1/19/2010	-	1/24/2010	Little House on the Prairie (2008)
11/10/2009	-	11/15/2009	The 39 Steps (2009)
10/21/2008	-	10/26/2008	Avenue Q (2007)
4/18/2008	-	4/20/2008	The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (2006)
10/28/2005	-	10/30/2005	Chicago (unknown)

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