WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

Spooky Season is almost here and the Caramel Crisp Bookstore is so very ready to celebrate all things curious and creepy!  Join us on Saturday and Sunday, October 11th and […]

Full of wit, absurdity and sly social commentary, HMS Pinafore is a hilarious tale of love, honor and duty aboard a Royal Navy ship whimsically named after a woman’s garment. Written by master social satirists W.S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan—one of musical theatre’s most iconic duos—this classic 19th-century comic opera gets a fresh, imaginative staging […]

Enjoy a spectacular show at the La Crosse Community Theatre! In Ken Ludwig’s Lend me a Tenor, Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world-famous singer Tito Merelli, known as II Stupendo. The greatest tenor of his generation set to appear for one night only, as the star […]

Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy By Kate Hamill Based Loosely on the Novel by Bram Stoker Directed by Mary Trotter Bouncing between horror and humor, Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Bram Stoker’s seminal novel is a thrilling play that questions who the true monsters are. When your survival is at stake…will you be able to distinguish […]

Wisconsin composer William Neil debuts his original work, a serene musical tribute to the beauty of the American prairie. Howard Hanson’s “Romantic” Symphony features young musicians from Brookfield High Schools, and Madison based cello star Alex Chambers-Ozasky performs: Schumann’s lyrical 19th-century masterpiece William Neil: Prairie Music, for Orchestra (world premiere) Schumann: Cello Concerto (Alex Chambers-Ozasky, […]

Haydn and Beethoven: Foundations and Revolutions Enjoy musical brilliance as Wisconsin’s own critically acclaimed Pro Arte Quartet takes the stage in a stirring celebration of masterful string quartet repertoire. This inspiring concert brings together the elegance of Haydn’s String Quartet in C Major, Op. 50, No. 2, the poignant beauty of George Walker’s Lyric for […]

Join Tergar Madison for a 5-week hybrid workshop designed to make meditation enriching and accessible from anywhere. This program will guide you through the essential topics of awareness, compassion, and wisdom, blending traditional teachings with modern insights. The workshop will be led by Scott Anderson, an experienced meditator and teacher who combines his expertise in […]

Take a break from your day and Gather with the Griffon—a refreshing series of midday B Double Sharp miniconcerts that nourish both mind and spirit. Featuring selections from the Griffon String Quartet’s autumn concerts, these intimate performances blend inspiring music with engaging conversation in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Performed by… 

Enjoy a spectacular show at the La Crosse Community Theatre! In Ken Ludwig’s Lend me a Tenor, Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to welcome world-famous singer Tito Merelli, known as II Stupendo. The greatest tenor of his generation set to appear for one night only, as the star […]

Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy By Kate Hamill Based Loosely on the Novel by Bram Stoker Directed by Mary Trotter Bouncing between horror and humor, Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Bram […]

Interested in what goes on behind the scenes at a stately manor? This tour of Villa Louis presents a more in-depth look at the Dousman family and their home and […]

**Every Friday through November** Cave of the Mounds is thrilled to announce the launch of its exclusive Blacklight & Brews Tour, an enchanting and unforgettable experience designed for adults. This […]

Enjoy a spectacular show at the La Crosse Community Theatre! In Ken Ludwig’s Lend me a Tenor, Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to […]

Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy By Kate Hamill Based Loosely on the Novel by Bram Stoker Directed by Mary Trotter Bouncing between horror and humor, Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Bram […]

Sign up for this once-in-a-lifetime experience and journey across the scenic Kettle Moraine countryside aboard a horse-powered covered wagon. Ours is a faithful reproduction of the Prairie Schooners that traveled west across the continent in the 1800s; it was manufactured by Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop and finished in the traditional colors of prairie schooners. […]

Join Festival City Symphony as we partner with Violins of Hope – Wisconsin to present “Hope, Resilience, and Copland’s American Symphony.” Hear the voices of the past through restored instruments once played by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust – symbols of resilience, courage, and survival. The concert will include powerful performances of David Diamond’s Kaddish […]

Lightsabers, dinosaurs, and a dash of magic! Join the Civic Symphony of Green Bay for a musical journey through the iconic film scores of John Williams. From the galaxy-shaking grandeur of Star Wars and the thrilling pulse of Indiana Jones, to the wonder of E.T., Jurassic Park, and beyond—this concert is a cinematic celebration for […]

**Every Saturday through November** Unique Experience to explore the Cave of the Mounds by Black Light. Watch the cave glow under UV Light. You will learn about ultraviolet light, fluorescence, and see the speleothems GLOW! The tour price includes a black light rental and a guided tour of Cave of the Mounds. Tickets are non-refundable. […]

A journey through rhythm and movement across centuries and cultures. Rediscover the physical joy of music – from Autumn Maria Reed’s bold new commission to the courtly elegance of Warlock’s Capriol Suite, the fluid grace of Bonis, the bold swagger of Gershwin, and the vibrant energy of klezmer. This program explores dance as a deep […]

Composer Glenn Burleigh and the CAS have a 35-year history of electrifying performances. In a unique fusion of classical, gospel, jazz and contemporary styles, Alpha Mass weaves the traditional into […]

Join the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra for two glorious masterworks from the late-Romantic era and a world premiere! Wisconsin-born American composer Daron Hagen’s extraordinary new orchestration of Johannes Brahms’ early Piano Quintet, which then became a Sonata for Two Pianos, fulfills Clara Schumann’s unfulfilled desire that her friend turn his quintet into a Symphony; the […]

Enjoy a spectacular show at the La Crosse Community Theatre! In Ken Ludwig’s Lend me a Tenor, Saunders, the general manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is primed to […]

Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy By Kate Hamill Based Loosely on the Novel by Bram Stoker Directed by Mary Trotter Bouncing between horror and humor, Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Bram […]