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Liz Lauren
Two men, many questions
APT veterans Gavin Lawrence and Jim DeVita are commanding in the taut jailhouse drama ‘Nat Turner in Jerusalem’ Read more
Shawn Harper
In a time of flood and flame, Kanopy Dance’s ‘Polaris’ draws on ancestral wisdom
Wolf: A Transformation is the centerpiece of the evening, a work of poetic concision, which like a great work of music resonates after it is over. Read more
Oct 11, 2024
Anya Kubilus
A generation of art lovers
Youth programming at the Overture Center for the Arts includes the OnStage field trip program, Kids in the Rotunda, the Jerry Awards and Jerry Ensemble. Read more
Oct 4, 2024
Ross Zentner
Team spirit
Rajiv Joseph's King James explores the forces that bring people together as it examines the essence of being a sports fan. Read more
Sep 19, 2024
Shiloh DeBauch/Painted Turtle Productions
Jubilant movement, strong voices
The Madison Contemporary Dance company has several standout dancers; they generated infectious exuberance in ‘The Voices Collaboration Project.’ Read more
Sep 17, 2024
James DeVita: Maureen Janson Heintz
As the curtain rises…
Real people, real crises, and imaginary escapes take area stages this fall. Read more
Sep 11, 2024
Shawn Harper
Sparking joy
Kanopy’s fall lineup is “inspired by individual voices that are Indigenous and native peoples.” Read more
Sep 5, 2024
Tom Davenport
Madison Ballet reflects on its own growth in a season it calls ‘Momentum’
Madison Ballet looks to offer “a taste of everything,” says artistic director Ja’ Malik. Read more
Sep 5, 2024
8:00 AM
Liz Lauren
Future shock
Nick Payne’s Constellations, playing at American Players’ Touchstone Theater, suggests we are experiencing our lives in one timeline and in one universe, but there may be infinite other timelines/universes playing out at the same time. Read more
Sep 3, 2024
11:00 AM
Liz Lauren
Tell me you love me
American Players Theatre delivers a mostly traditional ‘Lear.’ Read more
Aug 26, 2024
10:00 AM
Julia Ragalie
‘Next to Normal’ from Music Theatre of Madison is raw, authentic — and tuneful
Directed by Kevin James Sievert, this emotional show provides a powerful and captivating peek into the life of a family dealing with mental illness. Read more
Aug 19, 2024
11:15 AM
Liz Lauren
Memory lane
Music sparks strong memories in ‘Dancing at Lughnasa,’ playing at American Players Theatre through Sept. 27. Read more
Aug 14, 2024
9:00 AM
J. Miner
Have ‘Patience’
The 1881 Gilbert and Sullivan operetta still has bite, but is also an enjoyable summer comedy. Read more
Aug 5, 2024
9:00 AM
