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An exterior view of To check out the latest about the Wisconsin Un ion Th ea ter’s current reno the renovations, go to vation project. unionreinvestment.wisc. edu, and save the date for the Grand Re-Opening on September 12 and 13th, 2014. Wisconsin Union Theater also will be celebrating its 75th anniversary in October! It’s going to be an exciting year this fall for Wisconsin Union Theater, so stay tuned for more details! Interview published with permission from Esty Dinur. Full interview can be found at uniontheatergreenroom.blogspot.com. All photo credits due to Jeff Miller.
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC LIVE! BIRDS OF PARADISE: Overture Center Share in the challenges, discoveries, and adventures from 18 expeditions over eight years researching these majestic creatures.
February 11 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
TINE THING HELSETH PLAYS HAYDN AND ARUTIUNIAN Madison Symphony Orchestra Classical and Eastern European trumpet concertos introduce audiences to one of the leading trumpet soloists of the generation.
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THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR AND OTHER ERIC CARLE FAVORITES Overture Center With magical puppetry and black light, your children’s favorite caterpillar with a huge appetite comes to life.
February 15 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
COMPLEXIONS CONTEMPORARY BALLET Overture Center Ballet, redefined. Founded by Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson, the company continues to push envelopes and defy definitions regarding ballet and dance.
February 19 Overture Hall (608) 258-4141
HABIB KOITE & RAUL MIDON Overture Center Malian superstar Habib Koité and American singer/songwriter/guitar wizard Raul Midón blend Malian roots music, Western rock, and Latin fusion for an unforgettable show.
February 21 (608) 258-4141
JOSHUA ROMAN, CELLO Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra Joshua Roman wowed audiences two years agonow the powerful and poetic cello musician joins the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, playing works of Haydn, Mozart, and Giannini.
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FLASHDANCE: THE MUSICAL Overture Center The inspiring story of Alex Owens, a Pittsburgh steel mill welder by day and a bar dancer by night, she dreams of one day becoming a professional performer.
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ONE ACTS: AM I BLUE/’DENITY CRISIS University Theatre Shannon Davis directs Am I Blue, a story set in 1968 surrounding a young man’s birthday, and John Cooper directs ‘dentity Crisis, a story about a confused young woman named Jane.
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TAO: PHOENIX RISING Overture Center Contemporary costumes meet explosive Taiko drumming and innovative choreography. Extraordinary precision, energy, and stamina.
March 12 Overture Hall (608) 258-4141
KARINA CANELLAKIS, VIOLIN Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra Karina Canellakis enchants audiences with her violin alongside Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra as they play the ethereal work of Mclean’s Elements, Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto and Haydn’s Clock.
March 14 Capitol Theater Overture Center (608) 258-4141
HENSON ALTERNATIVE: PUPPET UP! UNCENSORED Overture Center Live and outrageous, this comedic variety show features renowned puppeteers of the Jim Henson Company. Not for children.
March 16 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
H.M.S. PINAFORE New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players This seaworthy satire put the wind in Gilbert & Sullivan’s sails, opening in London 1878. Catch a faithful new full production -- complete with live touring orchestra and full sets.
March 20 Capitol Theater Overture Center (608) 258-4141
JANETTE FISHELL IN RECITAL Overture Center Organist Janette Fishell has performed in many of the world’s great concert venues and has just completed a 21-concert cycle of the complete works of J. S. Bach.
March 21 (608) 258-4141
ATLANTIC STEPS Overture Center Ireland’s oldest dance form hails from the craggy Connemara region, on the Emerald Isle’s western coast. Don’t miss their first national tour!
March 21 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
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ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN Overture Center More magic than mimicry, this energetic, event shook a sold-out Overture Hall to its rafters four years ago. Don’t miss your chance to experience your favorite hits again!
March 22 (608) 258-4141
OR Forward Theatre Company Journey back to Restoration England and enjoy a historical romp of secret agents, crossdressing, rhyming couplets, and lovers hiding in cupboards.
March 27-April 14 The Playhouse (608) 258-4141
NOW 60: NEWPORT JAZZ FESTIVAL Overture Center
March 28 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
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March 29 Verona Area High School PAC (608) 848-2787
CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES: A MIGHTY FORTRESS IS OUR BASEMENT Overture Center They’re cookin’ again at East Cornucopia Lutheran! It’s 1960, and a reformation is underway.
March 29-30 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
GREGG EDELMAN: BROADWAY STATE OF MIND Overture Center Spend the evening with one of Broadway’s great romantic leads. From Cats to Les Miserables, share in his hilarious backstage stories between sensational showstoppers.
April 3 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
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PLAY BALL: THE MUSICAL Middleton PAC A hit! A grand slam! Wear your favorite team jersey and bring the whole family to a pre show tailgate party! Then sit back and enjoy songs, memorabilia, and history about the game of baseball.
April 5 (608) 886-3103
NATHAN LAUBE PLAYS JONGEN’S SYMPHONIE CONCERTANTE Madison Symphony Orchestra Organist extraordinaire Nathan Laube dazzles while performing one of the most thrilling works ever written for the instrument.
April 4-6 Overture Hall Overture Center (608) 258-4141
DEAD MAN WALKING Madison Opera A modern classic, this powerful opera tells the story of a nun’s journey as the spiritual advisor to a convicted murderer on death row. Not recommended for anyone under 18.
April 25-27 Overture Center (608) 258-4141
THE YELLOW BOAT University Theatre Benjamin is a young boy with a vibrant imagination and a special physical challenge. This charming and moving tale of love and spirit will speak to audiences young and old.
April 4-18 Mitchell Theatre (608) 263-2329
NOBODIES OF COMEDY Overture Center In comedy, “unknown” only means, “not discovered yet.” Producers have scoured the country for the best up-and-comers, so if you’ll take funny over fame, this is the show for you!
April 5 Capitol Theater (608) 258-4141
STEWART GOODYEAR, PIANO Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra Stewart Goodyear returns to perform his own Piano Concerto, as well as classic Beethoven with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra Chorus, Madison Festival Choir, and UW Madrigal Singers.
April 11 Capitol Theater Overture Center (608) 258-4141
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DUCK SOUP: WHY WORRY? Overture Center Harold Van Pelham is a rich businessman who decides to sail to a remote island for his health. Instead of finding peace, he lands in prison.
April 12 (608) 258-4141
RAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BEATLES Overture Center RAIN has mastered every song, gesture and nuance of the legendary foursome, delivering a totally live, note-for-note performance that’s as infectious as it is transporting.
April 13 Overture Hall (608) 258-4141
RICHARD III University Theatre Murder, lust, and betrayal-the infamous hunchback once again claws his way to the top. Combined with haunting visuals in Kabuki style, experience classic Shakespeare with a twist.
April 18-May 2 Mitchell Theatre (608) 263-2329
RUSTY EVANS: A Tribute to Johnny Cash Verona Area Performing Arts Series With his three-piece band Ring of Fire, Rusty Evans’ voice of rolling thunder creates an irresistible Johnny Cash signature sound and honors his soulful honesty.
April 26 Verona Area High School PAC (608) 848-2787
FOUR GUYZ IN DINNER JACKETS Middleton PAC Revive the glorious times of doo-wop and rockand-roll with this fun-loving and wonderful group! It’s a “must see” production that gets a standing ovation wherever they go!
May 10 (608) 886-3103
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET Overture Center One night, future legends Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins were brought together by chance in a recording studio. Relive the magic of that night!
May 13-18 Overture Hall (608) 258-4141
WAR HORSE Overture Center Experience the heart-warming tale of loyalty and friendship between boy and horse in this awardwinning musical. Based on the beloved novel, this phenomenal show is sure to amaze.
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