Arts
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Justin Kibbel
What to do in Madison this week: Judy Collins, a 'Big Gay Holiday Market' and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for Dec. 19-26 also includes the final shows for 'The Nutcracker' from Madison Ballet and 'A Christmas Carol' from Children's Theater of Madison; more holiday-themed fun with Waylan St. Palan & the Magic Elves. Read more
Bob Koch
What to do in Madison this week: BEEFUS, Laughing Liberally Madison and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for Dec. 16-19 also includes a Mad-Pol KA holiday concert by Ewa Novel & Krystian Jaworz; a rock and metal triple bill at Red Rooster to benefit Toys for Tots. Read more
Dec 16, 2024
Matthew Bodie
What to do in Madison this weekend: UCAN Quarterly, Wisconsin Chamber Choir and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for Dec. 12-15 also includes singer-songwriters Marian Runk and Emily Nott at ALL; Mercury Players debuts 'Scooby-Doo! And a Panto, Too!' Read more
Dec 12, 2024
'You Belong Here,' an exhibit of Latinx photographers, opens at the Chazen
The exhibit looks through the lenses of 14 Latinx photographers “to begin to answer the question ‘What does it mean to be Latinx in America?’ And it shows a variety of experiences,” says James Wehn, curator of works on paper at the Chazen. Read more
Dec 9, 2024
Joe Navas
What to do in Madison this week: Jeffrey Foucault, 'You Belong Here' and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for Dec. 9-12 also includes the annual MSCR Pottery Sale; a Monday indie showcase at Gamma Ray. Read more
Dec 9, 2024
Courtesy Ferdy Goode
Ferdy Goode carries on the tradition of birchbark canoes
A naturally curious young man, Ferdy Goode gravitated toward bushcraft, the ability to live outdoors. Drop Ferdy into a boreal forest with an ax, knife, and some cord and he’ll figure it out. Read more
Dec 8, 2024
Shawn Harper
From Norse myths to New York streets
There are more performances this weekend of Kanopy Dance’s sparkling Winter Fantasia Reimagined at Overture’s Promenade Hall. Read more
Dec 7, 2024
Tommy Washbush
Convenient care, right upstairs
Tired of waiting times and red tape, Matt Ellison started Via Physical Therapy in an unused space on Ford Gym's second floor. Read more
Dec 6, 2024
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The year in Wisconsin books 2024
Wisconsin writers can’t seem to help themselves. They love setting their novels here and exploring the state’s rich history. Read more
Dec 5, 2024
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Tommy Washbush
Renovations on the Atwood Music Hall begin
After first seeing the inside of the building in 2020, Toffer Christensen bought the building in September 2023. Renovation financing for the Atwood Music Hall was finalized this fall. Read more
Dec 5, 2024
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Zak Stowe
What to do in Madison this weekend: Roscoe Mitchell Quartet, 'A Christmas Carol' and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for Dec. 5-8 also includes an album release and annual fundraiser concert by Common Chord; 50th anniversary celebrations for the Cardinal Bar and Madison Arts Commission. Read more
Dec 5, 2024
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Katherine Davey
Madison development spurs investments in public art
The city of Madison is growing and changing quickly. Advocates of public art say it's important to include art in development plans, saying it can transform a place and the people who occupy it. Read more
Dec 4, 2024
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Idris Abdullah
What to do in Madison this week: Sa-Roc, Cardinal Bar 50th and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for Dec. 2-5 also includes 'Total Visibility,' an Alzheimer's awareness event in conjunction with an art exhibition by Tracy Nickolaus and Alicia Rheal; 'The Get Up,' a new improv showcase hosted by Kelly Maxwell. Read more
Dec 2, 2024
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