Wisconsin Union Theater

Join us for a poetry slam featuring the top competitive poets from around the country, competing for $6,000 in prizes!

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Jerrod Carmichael event scheduled for November 9, 2023 is canceled.

You won't want to miss this "gateway jazz" ensemble formed out of Madison's popular New Breed Jazz Jam.

Zack Fox is an Atlanta-raised actor, musician, comedian, artist, and writer known for his acting role on Abbott Elementary.

Hear from one of the most sought-after and revered saxophonists in the world, Lakecia Benjamin, and enjoy a live Q&A session. Doors open at 2:30 PM.

Experience Ronald K. Brown's award-winning choreography performed by EVIDENCE, a dance company fusing African dance with contemporary choreography and spoken word.

Virginia-born singer Lady Wray's sound harkens back to the best of late '90s R&B.

American jazz trumpeter Chief Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott) brings "stretch music" to the Wisconsin Union Theater.

25-year-old jazz pianist Julius Rodriguez brings his fresh sound to an intimate concert in the Play Circle.

Celebrate the 85th anniversary of the label that ushered in styles from hot jazz and blues to cool jazz, bebop, and fusion, and built the bridge into today’s avant-garde.