Arts & Culture

A new documentary about a Native American group’s fight to remove an oil pipeline — and protect Lake Superior from contamination — is showing March 15-20.

From silent classics to experimental shorts shot in our backyard, the Wisconsin Film Festival (April 4-11) appeals to cinephiles and casual moviegoers alike.

There's more to St. Patrick's Day celebrations than just corned beef and cabbage. Check out family-friendly events, live music, pub crawls and more.

After a four year hiatus, this Spring Green troupe is making their comeback with "The Thin Place," running Feb. 29 to Mar. 10 at the Touchstone Theatre.

As the weather warms, Madison's arts and entertainment scene is heating up, too. Enjoy St. Patrick's celebrations, live music, family-friendly shows and more.

Isaiah Schroeder keeps his creative fire stoked by forging Japanese-style kitchen knives.

There's art everywhere in Madison, from municipal buildings and coffee shops to airports and underpasses.

Want to make the most of this "bonus day" in February? Don't miss these 8 Leap Day events in Madison.

Addie Manthey — who's been acting since age 4 — has performed five times so far on stage in New York City this year.

Why should New Orleans have all the fun? These events bring Fat Tuesday’s food, drink and music to Madison.

George Michael never performed in Madison, but this musical tribute show brings his discography to life.

American Players Theatre's annual Winter Words series showcases passion plays performed in front of a packed house. 

Get outside and enjoy the Madison winter or find ways to cozy up inside with this month's list of activities.

Our editors rounded up exciting February releases on the stage, on the shelves and more.

In 1968 — an extraordinary year of radical theater in Madison — one provocative director’s use of gender cross-casting made waves that ripple still.

While tending clay, Atlas Maier prioritizes mindfulness and acceptance. The result? Vibrant, nature-inspired pottery.

Kendra Bishop of Baked creates swoon-worthy batches of personalized cookies.

For Alan Tripp, a sense of wonder and time spent outside are necessary to fuel his creative process.

Movement, a home-cooked meal and time spent outside — these are just some of the tools this collage artist uses to recharge.

A fictional encounter between these two great men will take center stage at Madison College on Feb. 10.

Are you ready for a show about death? 

After years without a permanent space, WYSO is getting their own building.

Relive all your favorite memories of the Scholastic Book Fair at the Sylvee on January 20 and 21.

22 local creatives share details about how workspaces, lifestyles, social media and more impact their practice.

Green Wood Spoons stays true to centuries-old traditions to create elegant wooden spoons and bowls.

A watercolor artist, a dancer, an illustrator, a magician and a photographer/textile artist let us in on the practices and routines that keep them inspired.

If you’ve seen a business sign in town that’s made you do a double take, it was probably designed and built by Sign Art Studio.

Gong baths, Celtic Rock and a Frank Sinatra impersonator are just a few of the ways these Madison-area establishments are marking the new year.

Mama Digdown’s Brass Band has been shaking things up in Madison since 1993. Celebrate three decades with them on Dec. 15 and 16 at The Bur Oak.

Learn to hand-punch a rug coaster or create the perfect charcuterie board. These workshops will make sure you’re the best host (and gift-giver) this holiday season.

Local theatre company gets back on track with a (sold out) staged reading of a new musical based on a beloved holiday classic.

Celebrate the 50^th year of “TubaChristmas” on Saturday, Dec. 9, in the Capitol Rotunda.

From holiday shopping to festive bar crawls, there's plenty going on in Madison to keep you merry this month. 

This year’s “Wrapped” said a lot about what our neighbors are listening to.

The Four Seasons Theatre production based on the real-life Christmas cease-fire of 1914 gives Madison's theater-goers a powerful new holiday tradition.

This non-profit is bringing "in your face" and "on the edge" jazz shows to Madison.

Gretchen Olson, owner of a pottery studio in Verona, wants to use art as a way to help people.

Hannah Berner reflects on her favorite memories in Madison, her fling with Bucky Badger and how a communications major led to a career in comedy.

The latest addition to the “Paul-Blart-iverse,” playing through Nov. 19 at the Broom Street Theater is the legacy sequel you never knew you needed.

On Friday, Nov. 10, experience what it means to “turn on, tune in and drop out” at the Arts + Literature Lab.

As the weather cools down and the winter holidays approach, we've curated a list of local events to get you in the spirit.

Proceeds from Nov. 12 auction of late Spring Green artist’s work will benefit River Valley ARTS.

What was true for the movie was, for the most part, true of the touring Broadway musical version that played at the Overture Center through Oct. 22.

His vibrant murals come to life on the walls of interior and exterior spaces around the city, if only for a few weeks.

Your costume might be last-minute, but your plans don’t have to be. These 20 events in and around Madison have plenty of tricks and treats for all.

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Madison is bustling with events this fall season. Check out fall festivals, the Wisconsin Book Festival, a spooky movie screening and more this month. 

On September 30 at Barrymore Theatre, ten storytellers will vie for the championship with a five-minute tale about consequences.

Keep your swing honed year-round, even when the course is covered in snow.

With thousands of candles and set lists that range from pop tributes and classic composers, this concert series offers a magical, multi-sensory experience.