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H. Aubrey
What to do in Madison this week: David Maraniss, Andy Narell and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for Aug. 15-18 includes outdoor concerts by Rebulú and Marcus Porter; Dane Buy Local's Eat Local, Give Local day returns. Read more
Al Gardner Films
What to do in Madison this weekend: Pursuit of Happiness Session, “Ruddigore” and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for Aug. 11-14 include the conclusion of Madison Comedy Week; a CD release show by rock duo Mhos & Ohms. Read more
Aug 11, 2022
Madison quartet MQBS has been playing out and working on an EP
MQBS — pronounced “mobs” — is a nod to the original members’ first initials. The band considers itself a collective, a distinction that has to do with shared creative control. Read more
Aug 10, 2022
Madison writer Meghan O’Gieblyn explores the connection between technology and religion
O’Gieblyn grew up in a fundamentalist Christian family and attended Moody Bible Institute in Chicago before losing her religion and dropping out. Now the accomplished essayist is looking at spirituality from a different angle. Read more
Aug 9, 2022
Joan Marcus
What to do in Madison this week: “Hamilton,” National Polka Day and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for Aug. 8-11 includes “Echoing Overseas: Asian Artistic Exchange” exhibit at the Chazen; a book talk by author G.D. Brown. Read more
Aug 8, 2022
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The Bigger Ten
The Big Ten’s westward expansion is all about television. Is it to the benefit of student athletes? Read more
Aug 7, 2022
courtesy Dane Dances
What to do in Madison this weekend: Madison Comedy Week, Dane Dances and more Isthmus Picks
Picks for Aug. 4-7 include concerts by Luke McGovern, Dave Hause, the Rocking School Backpacks fundraiser, and an album release for The Earthlings; Madison Savoyards summer production of “Ruddigore.” Read more
Aug 4, 2022
courtesy Madison Parks
What to do in Madison this week: Aldo Leopold Park Reimagined, Motel Breakfast, and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for Aug. 1-4 includes tour stops for Comedy Bang! Bang! and Wavves; the return of Jazz at Five. Read more
Aug 1, 2022
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M.O.D. Media Productions
What to do in Madison this weekend: Atwood Fest, Lovely Socialite and more Isthmus Picks
Events from July 28-31 include a production of “First Date” by University Theatre; Urban Triage's Summer Kick-Back social. Read more
Jul 28, 2022
7:11 AM
Steven Potter
Madison's MadFiddle teaches kids more than just a way of playing the violin
MadFiddle is a youth ensemble that veers away from classical training to the folk/dance form known as fiddling. Read more
Jul 26, 2022
8:00 AM
Cheryl Dunn
What to do in Madison this week: All-City Dive and Swim Meets, Horsegirl, and more Isthmus Picks
Isthmus Picks for July 25-28 includes a chance to fest it up with WaunaFest and the Rock County 4-H Fair; a visit to Overture by Bonnie Raitt and Mavis Staples. Read more
Jul 25, 2022
5:32 AM
Focal Flame Photography
What to do in Madison this weekend: Dane County Fair, Art in the Woods, and more Isthmus Picks
Events from July 21-24 include release shows for new recordings by Frank Martin Busch & the Names, Sam Ness and Sinking Suns; “Julius Caesar” from Young Shakespeare Players. Read more
Jul 21, 2022
5:07 AM
courtesy Overture Center
Chris Isaak and Silvertone’s Madison show keeps the rock ‘n roll flame burning
This is one heck of a working band. Occasional silliness and old-school showbiz leanings don’t get in the way of the music. Read more
Jul 20, 2022
11:39 AM
