WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

Following several weeks of student fundraising, this concert features performances from Philharmonia, all four String Orchestras, Sinfonia, and Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra–MYSO’s gift to the community

Our season kicks off November 2 with our Fall Concert – SOUND THE TRUMPET! – when we proudly present our guest soloist for this season, Mr. Brent Turney.  La Crosse audiences may recognize him as the frequent lead trumpet in Greg Balfany’s La Crosse Jazz Orchestra during their popular summer Sunday Jazz in the Park series.  Come hear this […]

La Crosse Chamber Chorale concert graphicTo open our anniversary season, we are thrilled to present Echoes Through Time. This special concert will bring together past and present as we welcome back two of our previous conductors to the podium. Longtime conductor Dr. Paul Rusterholz, who led the Chamber Chorale for 29 years(!) and Dr. Jo […]

Every Sunday July & November 2025 (except 11/30) Walk through what used to be an ancient ocean and look for fossils older than the dinosaurs. In a limestone cave, there are many fossils to see. Learn from our Cave Educator about different fossils that have been discovered. Fossilization is rare. According to the BBC, scientists […]

Join the UWM Choirs and Symphony Orchestra for their annual Masterworks Concert. UWM’s Symphony Orchestra is comprised of graduate and undergraduate music majors, as well as other students. The ensemble […]

Think you know Wisconsin music? Test your skills at Wisconsin Music Trivia with WPR. Join WPR staff for a night filled with trivia, music and prizes. Bring your friends and […]

Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]

Join the Wisconsin Philharmonic for an exciting debut in the Wilson Center’s Wednesday Matinee Series, where we’ll bring the magic of the string orchestra to life. Led by our distinguished […]

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 […]

In a world silenced by a ban on music, a group of daring teens risks everything to rediscover it. They meet in secret to learn about all things musical, defying […]

Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of […]

 Join WPR for live classical music by Peter J. Thomas at the Milwaukee Art Museum! Enjoy an evening of timeless classics, reimagined pop favorites, and great company amidst the Museum’s […]

In a world silenced by a ban on music, a group of daring teens risks everything to rediscover it. They meet in secret to learn about all things musical, defying an oppressive government determined to keep them silent. But their newfound knowledge comes at a price. In Darkness, Audio Flowers Bloom is a bold, imaginative […]

Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]

Enjoy a memorable holiday concert with all the trimmings – holiday classics, sing-along and selections from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker with ballet performance by members of the Nancy Dianne Studio of Dance. Conductor – Alexander Mandl Program Leroy Anderson, A Christmas Festival Overture Peter Tchaikovsky, Selections from The Nutcracker with Ballet performed by dancers from the Nancy Dianne […]

**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 unique 1-hour tour promises a captivating journey through the cave, illuminated by ultraviolet lights that reveal the dazzling beauty of fluorescent minerals and formations. One […]

In a world silenced by a ban on music, a group of daring teens risks everything to rediscover it. They meet in secret to learn about all things musical, defying an oppressive government determined to keep them silent. But their newfound knowledge comes at a price. In Darkness, Audio Flowers Bloom is a bold, imaginative […]

Join us to celebrate our students’ performances, featuring a diverse program of solo and chamber music works for the guitar!

Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]

Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]

**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. […]

In a world silenced by a ban on music, a group of daring teens risks everything to rediscover it. They meet in secret to learn about all things musical, defying an oppressive government determined to keep them silent. But their newfound knowledge comes at a price. In Darkness, Audio Flowers Bloom is a bold, imaginative […]

Book, Music and Lyrics by Irene Sankoff and David Hein Directed by Mark Clements A Breathtaking Tale of Triumph This exhilarating Tony Award-winning musical shares the remarkable true story of nearly 7,000 airline passengers from all over the world who were grounded in the small Canadian town of Gander during the wake of 9/11. Experience […]