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Performing Arts

 The Wisconsin Union Directorate Performing Arts Committee plans and promotes events for the historic Wisconsin Union Theater stage, ranging from modern dance and classical concerts, to travel adventure films and Broadway musicals. The Performing Arts Committee programs a variety of events to provide a diverse and cultural experience for students, faculty, alumni, and the Madison area community. The Performing Arts Committee members also have the unique opportunity to work directly with artists throughout the booking process and on the day of the show.

Through the Concert Series, Jazz Series, World Stage Series, and special events, our committee selects a season that offers artistic integrity, diversity, and campus outreach and involvement between the performers and students.

All free events sponsored by WUD Performing Arts Committee are intended for UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, Union members, and guests.

Get In Touch

Jordan Waters, Director
performingarts@union.wisc.edu

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Committee Meetings

Weekly Meetings: Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30 PM at Memorial Union

Upcoming Events

Apr
19

WUD World Wide

Global Connections
Apr 19 2026 | 1 - 6pm
Memorial Union
WUD World Wide is a fun, international fest for everyone to celebrate the cultures on campus.
WUD World Wide Logo of photo of Earth with text on it saying 'WUD World Wide"
Mar
18
Mar 18 2026 | 9:45 - 10:15pm
Memorial Union
This very special event will highlight the full spectrum of interdisciplinary arts through conversation and engagement. Moderated by Professors Bradford Chin and Aaron Loux.
Dancers in red in a pose in front of purple background.
Mar
20

Queers Without Beers

Society & Politics, Performance, Wellness
Mar 20 2026 | 8 - 11pm
Memorial Union

Join the WUD Performing Arts, Society & Politics, and Wellness Committees for Queers Without Beers: an unforgettable night celebrating queerness, recovery, and community. Come for the drag, stay for the dancing, and have the time of your life!

This event makes bold, inclusive, and accessible nightlife on campus a reality. Creating sober spaces within queer nightlife helps ensure that everyone, including those in recovery, those who choose not to drink, and those seeking safer environments, can fully participate in celebrating queer community and connection.

Colorful event poster with the title “Queers Without Beers.” Two drag-inspired characters in bright outfits pose across a rainbow on a orange gradient background. Event details read: March 20, 8–11 PM with mental health resource tabling, drag performance, music and dancing, mocktails, and appetizers, alongside the WUD Performing Arts, Society & Politics, and Wellness Committee logos as the event hosts.