Behind the Scenes of the Wisconsin Union Theater
The green room. Every venue in show business has one. It's a place for performers to relax before, during and after a show and the energy varies, depending on which artist walks through the door: Excited, nervous, calm. We welcome you to join us and take a look at what goes on behind the scenes look at the theater. Welcome to the green room!
The Branford Marsalis Quartet, formed in 1986, has been a cornerstone of the jazz world for nearly four decades. Read More

By Charlie Pingel In October 2024, we welcomed the classical a cappella ensemble Chanticleer to Shannon Hall. Read More

On March 19, The Acting Company will perform August Wilson’s “Two Trains Running” in the Wisconsin Union Theater’s (WUT’s) Shannon Hall, filling the stage with talent, history and stories. Read More

In our evolving, ever-changing world, one constant is advocating for societal change. Read More

By Charlie Pingel Taiko drumming is an ancient art form approximately 1,600 years old, and it remains one of the most prominent cultural traditions in Japan. Read More

We are thrilled to announce that the iconic Brooklyn-based hip-hop duo, Smif-N-Wessun, will perform at the Play Circle on Thursday, Feb. Read More

The 2024-25 Wisconsin Union Theater season brings talent from across the world this spring semester, presenting Madison with extraordinary performances through May. Read More
PUBLIQuartet is an innovative string quartet on a mission to reimagine classical music through a multicultural and genre-blending lens. Read More
