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Wisconsin Union Theater Season

What’s Next Now for 2026–2027

There’s excitement in the air at WUT for our 2026–2027 season as our student-led programming delivers a fresh, forward-looking perspective across music, dance, and theater. We have best-in-class artists who have honed their craft over decades; gamechangers, innovators, and disrupters who open ears, eyes, hearts, and minds; and buzz-worthy newcomers ready to show up and show out.

Check out these highlights.

  • An unmatched virtuoso at the top of her game, superstar classical pianist Yuja Wang amazes on April 10.
  • Pilobolus Dance Theatre takes off on a gravity-defying, mind- and body-bending journey of dance, movement, and contortion in Trips on April 16.
  • “One the most dynamic rising stars in jazz today” (The Wall Street Journal), Grammy Award–winner Linda May Han Oh sets the vibe on September 10.

Dive deeper into the season and lock in our best values with the Classical Series and Jazz Series, and check out the Special Events, Dance, and Theater. Plus, Black Box Sessions returns with a focus on R&B-Neo-Soul. 

Customize your Season Experience with Three Subscription Options

Classical Series Subscription - Save 20% off single ticket prices 

Jazz Series Subscription - Save 20% off single ticket prices 

Build-Your-Own Subscription: Save 15% by bundling 3–5 Performances; Save 20% by bundling 6 or More Performances 

Upcoming Events

Sep
10
Sep 10 2026 | 7:30 - 9pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
“One of the most dynamic rising stars in jazz today” (The Wall Street Journal), bassist Linda May Han Oh synthesizes her experience into something wholly original.
Photo of Linda May Han Oh on a white backdrop.
Sep
16
Sep 16 2026 | 7:30 - 9:30pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
Sure to impress and inspire, classical-music game changers Cantus and Imani Winds team up for this special ancestry-themed concert of works exploring different backgrounds.
Photo of Cantus (left) and Imani Winds (right).
Sep
17
Sep 17 2026 | 7:30 - 9pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
An icon of undiminishable light, a voice of undeniable power, and a humanitarian of unsinkable spirit, Angélique Kidjo unites people and styles with unshakeable hope.
Angelique Kidjo standing in front of a light blue background.
Sep
18
Sep 18 2026 | 8 - 9:30pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
London-based neo-soul singer anaiis layers spirituality, production, and pitch-perfect technique to transfix and transport audiences.
anaiis standing in front of a white and blue backdrop.
Oct
01

Michael Mayo

Music
Oct 1 2026 | 7:30 - 9pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
With an upbeat attitude and a velvety-smooth voice, singer-songwriter and Grammy Award nominee Michael Mayo shares his unique mix of jazz, neo-soul, and R&B.
Michael Mayo standing in front of a blue background.
Oct
08
Oct 8 2026 | 7:30 - 9pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
Inspired by the Flint, Michigan, water crisis, the neo-noir play "The Poisoner" raises universal questions about local politics, public trust, and community safety.
Sepia-toned promotional graphic for "The Poisoner"
Oct
09
Oct 9 2026 | 7:30 - 9pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
Inspired by the Flint, Michigan, water crisis, the neo-noir play "The Poisoner" raises universal questions about local politics, public trust, and community safety.
Sepia-toned promotional graphic for "The Poisoner"
Oct
10
Oct 10 2026 | 7:30 - 9pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
Inspired by the Flint, Michigan, water crisis, the neo-noir play "The Poisoner" raises universal questions about local politics, public trust, and community safety.
Sepia-toned promotional graphic for "The Poisoner"
Oct
15
Oct 15 2026 | 8 - 9:30pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
A longtime industry favorite, bLAck pARty is ready to bring his signature style and swagger to the world.
blAck pARty holding a bouquet of flowers against a sunlit background.
Oct
16

Raveena

Music
Oct 16 2026 | 7:30 - 9pm
Wisconsin Union Theater
Ticketed Event
The first woman of Indian heritage to perform solo at Coachella, Raveena creates her own brand of “blissed-out” (Pitchfork) neo-soul.
Raveena in front of a pastel-colored background.