Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy. Really.
2025-10-16 19:30 - 2025-11-01 21:30 UTC | Bartell Theatre, 113 E Mifflin St , Madison, Wisconsin, WI, 53703, United States
Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy. Really.
Written By Kate Hamill
Directed By Hannah Nies
Bouncing between horror and humor, Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Bram Stoker’s novel is a thrilling play that questions who the true monsters are. Fierce, feminist, frightening. “When your survival is at stake… will you be able to distinguish the monster from the man? Both terrifying and riotous, Kate Hamill’s imaginative, gender-bending “feminist revenge fantasy” is like no Dracula you’ve ever seen—exploring the nature of predators and reinventing the story as a smart, disquieting, darkly comic drama. Hamill’s signature style and postmodern wit upends this familiar tale of Victorian vampires—driving a stake through the heart of toxic masculinity.”
Performed on the Bartelll Theater’s Evjue Stage
Upcoming Performances
Thu, Oct 16th – 7:30pm
Fri, Oct 17th – 7:30pm
Sat, Oct 18th – 7:30pm
Sun, Oct 19th – 1:30pm
Thu, Oct 23rd – 7:30pm
Fri, Oct 24th – 7:30pm
Sat, Oct 25th – 7:30pm
Sun, Oct 26th – 1:30pm
Thu, Oct 30th – 7:30pm
Fri, Oct 31st – 7:30pm
Sat, Nov 1st – 1:30pm

Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical
2025-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | The Playhouse at Overture Center, 201 State St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Back by popular demand! Based on Dahl’s beloved classic, this captivating musical follows a brilliant little girl with extraordinary powers who refuses to let her cruel parents or a tyrannical headmistress hold her back. Armed with a sharp mind, a vivid imagination, and a bit of magic, Matilda dares to take a stand and rewrite her destiny. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and unforgettable songs, MATILDA is a joyous triumph of one girl’s fight for what’s right.
Recommended for ages 9+
Happens on the following Dates:
Oct 4, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 4, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 5, 2025, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 5, 2025, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 11, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 11, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 12, 2025, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 12, 2025, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 17, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 18, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 18, 2025, 7:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 19, 2025, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT

Sci-prov
2025-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Discovery Building – UW, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, 53715, United States
Join the Wisconsin Science Festival and Amalgam Improv for an evening fusing science and spontaneous improv comedy like no other at Sci-prov!
Sci-prov combines science and improv in creative, funny, and never before seen ways. In this special, fusion event, scientists Rachael Shields and Amy Koike will present their work in short, digestible presentations followed by brief Q&A, all of which will become fodder for the improv scenes. The improv scenes are created on the fly, unique to each show, and performed by a troupe of phenomenal improvisers!
Rachael Shields is a landscape architect and graduate student in the School of Human Ecology Design Studies program, while Amy Koike is a PhD student in the People and Robots Lab at UW-Madison.
Light refreshments and cash bar available. Tickets are free and registration is requested to ensure adequate seating.

Madison Misdeeds: A True Crime Walking Tour
2025-10-18 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-10-18 13:00 - 14:30 UTC | History Maker Space, 1 S. Pinckney Street (U.S. Bank Plaza), Madison, 53703, United States
Step into Madison’s shadowy past and uncover some the city’s unsavory secrets on this true crime walking tour! From the 1840s through the 1970s, Wisconsin’s capital was home to a surprising and unique underworld of bootleggers, bank robbers and even killers who left their malevolent mark on Madison. Hear historic tales of backroom deals, gambling dens, daring heists, holdups and cold-blooded murders as you walk the downtown streets where these misdeeds unfolded.
Note that this walking tour explores mature themes and is recommended for ages 13 and up. Please read “Know Before You Go” for more information about the tour.
Cost
Adult (18-64): $20
Teen (13-17): $20
Senior (65+): $20
Children (5-12): $20
Children Under 5: Free
Advance registration required.
Society members receive a 10% discount, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.
About the Location
An active, community-focused space that hosts school groups, pop-up exhibits, author talks, public programs and more; located in the US Bank Building on Madison’s Capitol Square.
History Maker Space
1 S. Pinckney Street
Madison, WI 53703
Know Before You Go
General Information:
Although the tour is based out of the Wisconsin History Society (WHS) History Maker Space, this tour will be taking place within the community and will be visiting multiple locations in the Capitol Square area.
The starting and ending location of the tour will be in front of the U.S. Bank Plaza building (1 S. Pinckney Street) and facing the Wisconsin State Capitol building.
We recommend arriving at the starting location at least 15 minutes prior to the tour start time. Upon arrival, please check in with a WHS staff member to confirm your tour reservation.
The guided tour is approximately 1.3 mile in length and covers some paved but hilly terrain.
Comfortable shoes for walking are strongly recommended. Tour participants are encouraged to bring water, sunglasses, and a hat with them. With the tour taking place outside, shade will vary.
Walking tours will happen rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather, consider bringing an umbrella.
Parking:
For Thursday tour dates, it is strongly recommended not to park in the underground onsite garage at the U.S. Bank Plaza Building. The U.S. Bank Plaza parking garage closes after 6 p.m. on weekdays and will not reopen until Friday morning when regular business hours at the U.S. Bank Plaza building resume.
Regarding Saturday tour times, the underground onsite garage at the U.S. Bank Plaza building is not open.
As an alternative to parking onsite at the U.S. Bank building, there are public parking options available in downtown Madison. There is a public parking garage, Capitol Square North Garage (218 E. Mifflin St., Madison, WI 53703), located about two blocks and a 6-minute walk from the tour’s starting location and end location. In addition, there is street parking information on the City of Madison website.
Tour participants with questions about the tour content, or with mobility concerns are encouraged to contact Jenny Pederson at jennifer.pederson@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 669-5160.

Roald Dahl's Matilda The Musical
2025-10-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-18 14:00 - 21:00 UTC | The Playhouse at Overture Center, 201 State St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Back by popular demand! Based on Dahl’s beloved classic, this captivating musical follows a brilliant little girl with extraordinary powers who refuses to let her cruel parents or a tyrannical headmistress hold her back. Armed with a sharp mind, a vivid imagination, and a bit of magic, Matilda dares to take a stand and rewrite her destiny. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and unforgettable songs, MATILDA is a joyous triumph of one girl’s fight for what’s right.
Recommended for ages 9+
Happens on the following Dates:
Oct 4, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 4, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 5, 2025, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 5, 2025, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 11, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 11, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 12, 2025, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 12, 2025, 6:00pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 17, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 18, 2025, 2:00pm to 4:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 18, 2025, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: CDT
Oct 19, 2025, 1:00pm to 3:00pm Timezone: CDT

Ocean's Rat Pack at Hillside Theater
2025-10-18 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | Hillside Theater, 6604 State Highway 23 Trunk, Spring Green, WI, 53588, United States
Ocean’s Rat Pack is the ultimate tribute group devoted to the music of Dean Martin by Tony Ocean, Frank Sinatra by Bill Serritella and Sammy Davis Jr. performed by Elliot Wimbush. Ocean’s Rat Pack brings the audience back in time when Vegas and Hollywood was king. Delight in their authentic performances that bring to life the vibe of the Rat Pack era and proving that these classics will never go out of style, but rather create new fans of the legendary performers of the Rat Pack.
Doors open at 6:00 PM with the concert starting promptly at 6:30 PM.
Add to your concert experience! VIP tickets include a pre-show meet-and-greet wine and cheese reception with the artists in the Taliesin living room from 5:00-6:00pm, as well as reserved priority concert seating at the Hillside Theater. Limited spots available!

Paint Nite: Blood Moon Rising
2025-10-18 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | The V – VFW Post 1318, 2740 Ski Lane, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
This week, your favorite local bar becomes the most rocking art museum, full of your own creations! At Paint Nite, a talented local artist will take you through all the steps from blank canvas to finished painting, all while you drink, laugh (and maybe even dance to some tunes). It’s a party and a class all at once! No experience necessary, just bring your friends and your fun and we’ll do the rest. At Paint Night, we provide all you need to get up, get making, and get to exploring your creative side.
You may reschedule or cancel tickets up to 8 hours before the event starts. Read our reschedule policy here.

Coffee & Canvas
2025-10-19 10:00 - 12:30 UTC | Crema Cafe, 4124 Monona Drive, Monona, WI, 53716, United States
Over the Garden Wall – Coffee and Canvas
Join us for our very first Over the Garden Wall-themed art event on Sunday, October 19th from 10am – 12:30pm! Spend a cozy, creative afternoon painting, sipping coffee, and enjoying autumnal vibes.
Ticket includes:
✨ One cafe beverage (additional drinks available for purchase)
✨ An assortment of baked goods and sandwiches to snack on
✨ A screening of Over the Garden Wall on our projector
Bring your creativity and a love for all things fall—this is an afternoon you won’t want to miss!
📍Reserve your spot now—spaces are limited!

Beer, Bubbles, BALLET!
2025-10-19 14:00 - 16:00 UTC | Central Midwest Ballet Academy, 2831 Parmenter Street, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Have you ever wanted to try ballet? Do it the fun way!
A short ballet class complete with Karben4 beer, wine, and prosecco for a fun, casual way to try ballet with adult libations. Learn the most ubiquitous and ridiculous steps with plenty of breaks for rest…or drinks, your choice.
Tutu and former training not required!
Must be 21 or older to attend. Be prepared to show ID.
Beer provided by: Karben4
Sponsored by: Resonant Capital Advisors, Jason Thomas Homes

Finding Your Place in Science: A reflective writing workshop on belonging, identity, and scientific paths
2025-10-20 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Discovery Building – UW, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, 53715, United States
A scientific identity – essentially, whether a person feels they belong in the world of science —is associated with longevity and success in STEM-related fields. But what does it mean to belong in science? Does it matter if you identify as a science person?
As part of the Wisconsin Science Festival, the Wisconsin Institute for Discovery (WID) is offering a writing workshop focused on scientific identity, aimed at undergrad and graduate students, but also open to the public. We’ll discuss some of the components researchers have identified as part of this sense of belonging in science; consider some of the conscious and unconscious assumptions we might have about who belongs in science; and expand our definitions and explore how varied a scientific identity can be. With a mix of discussion in small and large groups and impromptu writing, we’ll investigate the broad concept of an identity and how it can be useful in the face of obstacles. Finally, we’ll consider the more specific idea of belonging in the scientific realm, what helps you find that sense of belonging and what might prevent it.
This workshop is not solely for people who already feel they belong–plenty of people study and work in science without being certain if they do–but for anyone who is interested in using writing and discussion to consider and clarify what this concept of scientific identity means to you.
This workshop is led by the Illuminating Discovery Hub’s Writer-in-Residence, Michelle Wildgen.

Lego Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-10-20 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Monday nights we are bringing back the childhood classic and nemesis of barefoot parents everywhere – LEGO! Join us from 6:30-8pm for 3 laid-back rounds of Lego fun! You can vote for your faves and even snag Working Draft or Bricks and Minifigs gift cards! We do three rounds of building with Lego. Each round we give you a topic / category, and you build something awesome. The winner of each round gets a gift certificate to Working Draft or our partners in Lego, Bricks and Minifigs – Madison. We’ve got the Lego covered, just bring your cool ideas. Kids are welcome and we either have a food truck or on-site pizzas for dinner! Lego Night is now every Monday at 6:30!

Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce 72nd Annual Dinner
2025-10-21 16:00 - 20:30 UTC | Monona Terrace, 1 John Nolen Drive, Madison, WI, 53703, Select a Country:
The Chamber’s 72nd Annual Dinner is coming to Monona Terrace on Oct. 21!
This is Greater Madison’s largest business event — the Chamber’s most impactful program of the year. We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of high-quality entertainment and networking, with state-of-the-art staging and production and a world-class keynote speaker.
Timeline:
4:00-5:30 p.m. Networking – Madison Ballrooms, Level 4
5:30-6:00 p.m. Transition to Dinner seating, Networking Continues – Exhibition Hall, Level 1
6:00-8:30 p.m. Continued Networking, Dinner and Event Program – Exhibition Hall, Level 1

Bingo Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-10-21 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Join us for BINGO! It’s free to play, you can win Working Draft merch, gift cards, and other fun prizes!
We always have pizzas from Sal’s and giant pretzels from Batch Bakehouse and often have local food trucks for dinner.
We host Bingo Night every other Tuesday night starting at 6:30.
Yahtzee! I mean, Uno! Um, uh, oh yeah, Bingo!!!
Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 11, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Feb 25, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Mar 11, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Mar 25, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Apr 8, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Apr 22, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
May 6, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
May 20, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jun 3, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jun 17, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 1, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 15, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Jul 29, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Aug 12, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Aug 26, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Sep 9, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Sep 23, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Oct 7, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Oct 21, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 4, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Nov 18, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 2, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 16, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST
Dec 30, 2025, 6:30pm to 8:00pm Timezone: CST

The Why Sci Variety Show
2025-10-21 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | The Majestic Theater, 115 King St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Get ready to rock your curiosity at the Why Sci Variety Show—a high-energy mashup of science talks, artful performances, and live music! This year’s theme is Rock and Roll, so expect brainy beats, geology jokes, and scientific showmanship that will have you thinking and tapping your toes.
Hosted by the always-entertaining Ben Rush and featuring tunes from our live house band: David Hecht & The Who Dat, this is edu-tainment at its finest. From ancient rocks to musical molecules, science and art collide in unexpected ways during this one-of-a-kind show.
Doors and bar open at 6:30pm – show starts at 7pm.
Register for your free tickets at WhySciShow.eventbrite.com!
Produced in partnership with the UW-Madison Division of the Arts and with support from The Anonymous Fund.

Cancer Support Services at Gilda’s Club Madison [In-Person]
2025-10-22 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Gilda’s Club Madison, 7907 UW Health Court, Middleton, 53562, United States
Have you or someone you loved been given a cancer diagnosis? Are you looking for a space to connect with others who understand?
Join us for an in person group new member meeting. We’ll take some time to talk about the resources available at Gilda’s Club Madison, then take a short tour of the clubhouse.
Meet at the Clubhouse located at 7907 UW Ct, Middleton, WI.

Trivia Night at Working Draft Beer Co
2025-10-22 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | Working Draft Beer Company, 1129 East Wilson Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
Every Wednesday night Working Draft hosts its house-made Trivia.
The top three teams win WDBC gift cards (or other fun prizes) and the last place team gets to pick one category for the next week.
Seats fill up fast, so we recommend getting here early.
We often have a food truck popping up, so you can enjoy some delicious dinner along with your tasty brews (and brain-bending questions). And even if we don’t have a truck on site, you can take advantage of our delicious Sal’s Tomato Pies pizzas and giant soft pretzels from Batch Bakehouse!
This event runs from Feb 12, 2025 to Dec 17, 2025 and happens every:
Wednesdays: 6:30pm – 8:00pm

Crossroads of Ideas: Threading the Story of Earth’s Oldest Rocks
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Discovery Building – UW, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, 53715, United States
Join us for a very special Wisconsin Science Festival edition of Crossroads of Ideas, where ancient geology meets modern creativity. This engaging evening features scientists Tyler Blum, Annie Bauer, and Emily Mixon, who have been studying the Earth’s oldest rocks – Acasta Gneiss (that’s pronounced “nice”) – and collaborating with local textile artist, Leah Evans, to bring 4-billion-year-old stories to life.
In conversation with UW-Madison Geology Museum Associate Director, Brooke Norsted, learn how these researchers and artist have explored deep time, planetary processes, and creative interpretation. Be among the first to experience the unveiling of Leah’s final artwork – an awe-inspiring textile piece created for the Geology Museum. Learn how curiosity, conversation, and collaboration turned billion-year-old rocks into an artistic and scientific celebration of deep time and deeper connections.
This event will take place in the DeLuca Forum in the UW-Madison Discovery Building.
Registration requested.

Madison’s Hidden History: From Myth to Mystery
2025-10-23 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-10-25 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | History Maker Space, 1 S. Pinckney Street (U.S. Bank Plaza), Madison, 53703, United States
Beneath the neatly kept streets of Wisconsin’s capital, secrets and stories abound—go beyond the well-known facts, figures, spaces and places of Madison to learn about odd characters, mysterious happenings and macabre events. From hauntings and hijinks to magic and even murder, From Myth to Mystery takes tour-goers on a strange ride through Madison’s lesser-known past. Stops along the way include local hauntings, the sites of stunts performed by famed magician Harry Houdini, the remains of Jeffrey Dahmer, a rumored mythical lake monster and much more.
COST
Adult: $20
Teen: $20
Senior: $20
Child (5-12): $20
Children under 5: Free
Advanced registration is required
Society members receive a 10% discount, please verify your membership where prompted to receive discount at check out.
Know Before You Go & Accessibility
This tour includes content that may not be suitable for participants under the age of 16. Please contact Jenny Pederson at jennifer.pederson@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 669-5160 with any questions or for further information.
The tour will start in front of the U.S. Bank Plaza building, located at 1 S. Pinckney St., Madison, WI 53703. The end of the tour will return to the U.S. Bank Plaza Building.
From start to finish, the tour loop covers approximately 1.4 miles, The tour route is paved but does include some hilly terrain. Bring appropriate walking attire. Wearing comfortable shoes are strongly recommended.
After arriving at the starting location and prior to the start of the tour, check-in with a WHS staff member to confirm your tour reservation.
Tour participants are encouraged to bring water with them as the tour will be taking place outdoors and shade will vary.
Walking tours will happen rain or shine. In the case of inclement weather, consider bringing an umbrella.
There are public parking options available in downtown Madison. There is a public parking garage, Capitol Square North Garage, located within two blocks of the tour’s starting location. In addition, there is street parking information on the City of Madison website.
Tour participants with questions about the tour content, or with mobility concerns are encouraged to contact Jenny Pederson at jennifer.pederson@wisconsinhistory.org or (608) 669-5160.

What's Happening with Housing?
2025-10-23 18:30 - 19:45 UTC | Middleton Public Library, 7425 Hubbard Ave, Middleton, WI, 53562, United States
Most people in our community know that we have a housing problem. Prices are up, options are limited, and solutions seem hard to come by. Trying to make sense of it all can feel overwhelming.
Join local leaders and experts as they discuss the causes of our community’s housing crisis, how it’s impacting people’s lives and how we can come together as a community to address the problem.
Facilitator
Jocelyne Sansing, Library Director, Middleton Public Library
Panel
Amy Poole, Families in Transitions Coordinator, Middleton Cross Plains Area School District
Taylor Rozman, Housing Stability Director, WayForward Resources
Nicole Solheim, Senior Vice President, Development, Cinnaire Solutions
Daphne Xu, City Planner and Zoning Administrator, City of Middleton
This free event is co-presented by WayForward Resources, Middleton Public Library, and Wisconsin Academy of Sciences, Arts & Letters.
Registration required.

Michelle Thaller: Cosmic Treasures – Chasing Asteroids for Clues to the Origins of Life
2025-10-23 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Discovery Building – UW, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, 53715, United States
Join Michelle Thaller, former NASA science communicator, for an evening exploring the origins of life. Thaller, in conversation with Eric Wilcots, Dean of the College of Letters & Sciences and Professor in the Dept of Astronomy, will talk about the OSIRIS-REx mission – an audacious project to return a sample from an asteroid. No problem, right? Just chase down a small rock 200 million miles away, traveling literally faster than a speeding bullet, vacuum up a sample of its surface, and shoot it back to Earth. The story turned out to be more difficult, dramatic, and rewarding than anyone expected. Join us to find out why we went to so much trouble to bring back an ancient sample of our solar system and what was waiting inside that absolutely blew our minds.

Oakwood Chamber Players Fall Concert: Musical Mystique
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Oakwood Prairie Ridge Chapel, 5565 Tancho Drive, Madison, WI, 53718, United States
The Oakwood Chamber Players usher in a hint of mystery and macabre with performances at Oakwood Villages Prairie Ridge (5565 Tancho Drive) on Friday, October 24, and University Woods (6205 Mineral Point Road) on Saturday, October 25, both at 7 p.m., followed by a 2 p.m. matinee at Arts + Literature Laboratory on Sunday, October 26 (111 South Livingston Street).
The ensemble’s swath of strings, winds, and piano will present an array of impish and dramatic musical delights, linked together by the spirited and mischievous “Polka” by Alfred Schnittke (1934-1998). Piano Quartet in A minor by Gustav Mahler (1860-1911), a profound early work left unfinished, included musical sketches that Schnittke attempted to complete and quoted in his own later work. Fellow Russian Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975), one of Schnittke’s primary musical influences, wrote his powerfully moving String Quartet No. 3 amidst the climate of Stalinist cultural oppression.
Two living composers add further dimension to the lineup of 20th century heavy hitters, Korine Fujiwara (“Artfully layered and knitted together…,” The Wall Street Journal) and GRAMMY nominee Miguel del Aguila (“Vivacious rhythmic…inspired musicianship…,” Latino Magazine, Washington DC). Del Aguila’s “Tango Trio” taps into the Argentine-Uruguayan tango and Brazilian samba, while Fujiwara’s “Out of the Depths” draws inspiration from sacred music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
Oakwood Chamber Players serve as the professional resident ensemble for the Oakwood Village senior living community. Artistic Directors Valree Casey (oboe/English horn), Amanda Szczys (bassoon), Marie Pauls (viola), Maggie Townsend (cello), and new associate member Stacy Regehr (piano) will be joined by guest violinists Leanne Kelso and Holly Wagner.
Tickets are $25 general admission, $20 seniors, and $5 for students. Run time, 75 minutes, no intermission. For more information and advance ticket sales, visit oakwoodchamberplayers.com.

UW-Madison Campus Open House
2025-10-25 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Discovery Building – UW, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, 53715, United States
Explore UW-Madison’s bustling campus with a special, festival open house! Check out the following locations on Saturday, October 25th for self-guided tours and more:
Wisconsin Book Festival Talks at the Discovery Building (10:30am – 3pm)
Story of Water: A Wisconsin Science Festival Mini-Expo (10am – 2:30pm)
2nd Annual Wisconsin Weather Festival (10am – 1pm)
Allen Centennial Garden (Sunrise – Sunset)
John D. Wiley Gallery for Art in Science (10am – 4pm)
Wisconsin Primate Center (10am – 2pm)
L.R. Ingersoll Wonders of Physics Museum (10am – 1pm)
UW-Madison Art Department 2025 Fall Open House (12pm – 5pm)
Morgridge Hall – School of Computer, Data, & Information Sciences Self-Guided Tours (12pm – 7pm)

Gather + Grow: Madison Women’s Network
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 UTC | Ether Wellness, 25 N Pinckney St. Ste 310, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
A Space to Connect + Grow
Gather & Grow: Madison Women’s Network is your new favorite connection circle—designed for women who crave meaningful conversation, community, and support as they navigate both their professional and personal lives. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, a creative spirit, a healer, or a working professional, this is a space to connect, reflect, and grow alongside other inspiring women.
Grab your favorite coffee, join us downtown, and experience the magic that happens when women gather intentionally.
When: Last Friday every month at 9:00 AM
Where: Ether Wellness | 25 N Pinckney St. Ste 310, Madison, WI
Cost: Free to attend—RSVP encouraged, walk-ins welcome
Gathered with love, fueled by community. Your donations help keep the good vibes brewing—Thank you!

Story of Water: A Wisconsin Science Festival Mini-Expo
2025-10-25 10:00 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Discovery Building – UW, 330 N Orchard St, Madison, 53715, United States
Dive into the many dimensions of water at this special Wisconsin Science Festival event on Saturday, October 25, part of UW–Madison’s Campus Open House. Explore hands-on activities from 10 a.m.–Noon with Wisconsin Sea Grant, Field Day Lab, and other statewide partners. Then, enjoy three Wisconsin Book Festival author events—all spotlighting water—at 10:30 a.m., Noon, and 1:30 p.m. The Story of Water is one of many STEAM-focused experiences across campus during the open house.

Auditions: It's a Wonderful Life: A Staged Live Radio Play
2025-10-25 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | Waunakee Public Library, 710 South Street, Waunakee, WI, 53597
AUDITIONS Saturday, 10/25 11 am to 1 pm AND Monday, 10/27 5:30-7:30 pm.
Casting 10 actors to play multiple roles in our 100-minute live on stage radio play! No memorization required. No blocking means less rehearsals!
Show Dates are 12/19 to 12/21/25. Peace Lutheran Church – Waunakee.
It’s A Wonderful Life! is about dreams, sacrifice and redemption in small town America. Tony’s imaginative radio adaptation has been performed by Hollywood professionals, radio stations, community theatre troupes, and schools across the world. This perennial holiday favorite works well as a live-on-stage performance–one that doesn’t require elaborate sets or memorization. The live sound effects (mostly doors, bells, footsteps and vocal “walla walla”) always delight live audiences.
Prepare a 1-minute contemporary monologue.

Fish for the Future Display at the State Capitol
2025-10-25 12:00 - 2025-11-07 15:30 UTC | Wisconsin Capitol Building, 2 E Main St, 1st Floor Rotunda, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
On July 12, 2025, we made history.
At the Urban Ecology Center in Milwaukee, a stunning 86,262 origami fish came together to form the largest display of origami fish ever created — a world record! Each fish carried a message of hope and determination: shut down Line 5 and protect our Great Lakes.
Now, this incredible wave of color and community is swimming to the Wisconsin Capitol. Soon, our state’s most powerful decision-makers will see just how big, bold, and united the call to shut down Line 5 has become. The fish are on the move — and so is this movement.
