McNeal
2026-02-22 19:30 - 21:15, 2026-02-23 19:30 - 21:15, 2026-02-24 19:30 - 21:15, 2026-02-25 19:30 - 21:15, 2026-02-26 19:30 - 21:15, 2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:15, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:15 (America/Chicago) | Herro-Franke Studio Theater, 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, United States
Direct from a sold-out Broadway run, Pulitzer Prize-winner Ayad Akhtar’s thrilling and darkly comic new work follows Jacob McNeal — a brilliant yet dangerously charming novelist obsessed with his own genius. On the eve of his greatest achievement, his thirst for whiskey, fractured relationships, and curious fascination with artificial intelligence threatens to unravel everything. You’ll experience jaw-dropping projections and special effects at this opening production in the new Herro-Franke Studio Theater, as McNeal explores the price of greatness and raises vital questions about art, truth and originality in the not-too-distant future.
“A brilliant and transfixing new play… Akhtar goes to a place that few writers have visited so effectively.” – The Atlantic
By Ayad Akhtar
Directed by Mark Clements

Mania: The ABBA Tribute
2026-02-22 19:30 - 21:30 | The Pabst Theater, 144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, United States
Take A Chance On MANIA……and you won’t be disappointed!
Mania the ABBA Tribute has successfully toured every continent in the world and has played over 3,000 live concerts in over 35 countries. Recent highlights included a second run in London’s West End where the show performed for a month in the iconic Shaftesbury Theatre, London in May 2021. The show also enjoyed an 80-date sell-out USA National tour in 2022/2023, Mania continues in its quest to bring the music of the Swedish ’Supergroup’ to millions of fans, old and new!
Featuring an extraordinary cast of talented musicians and performers, Mania: The ABBA Tribute delivers an authentic and unforgettable tribute to the legendary Swedish band that has captured the hearts of fans for generations. With stunning costumes, energetic choreography, and impeccable musicianship, Mania: The ABBA Tribute recreates the magic of ABBA’s music in all its glory. From “Dancing Queen” to “Waterloo,” “Mamma Mia” to “Take a Chance on Me,” the band performs all of ABBA’s greatest hits with passion and precision, transporting audiences back to the disco era of the 1970s.
The upcoming tour promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans of ABBA and lovers of great music. With stunning visuals, electrifying performances, and all of ABBA’s greatest hits, Mania: The ABBA Tribute is a hit with audiences worldwide and Maniacs who return every year!

Shark Week
2026-02-23 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-24 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-25 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-26 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-27 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-02-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Cave of the Mounds, 2975 Cave of the Mounds Rd., Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, 53517, United States
Shark Week is an exciting blend of geology and paleontology! Dive into the ancient past and discover the fascinating connection between the cave and the prehistoric oceans that once covered the region. During Shark Week, guests can participate in a fun activity: collecting real fossilized shark teeth throughout the tour. For just $3 per bag, visitors can search for these ancient treasures while exploring the stunning cave formations.
This family-friendly event is perfect for fossil enthusiasts, young adventurers, and anyone eager to learn more about Earth’s prehistoric past. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with history in the heart of one of Wisconsin’s natural wonders!

It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
2026-02-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-25 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-26 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:30
Experience the magic of Christmas like never before! This uplifting holiday classic comes to life as a high-energy radio play, blending 1940s retro charm with hilarious theatrical hijinks, as five multi-talented actors portray dozens of characters with vintage sound effects, favorite songs and lovable Christmas spirit, right in front of your eyes (and ears). A mix of humor, heart and hope, this enchanting show has captivated audiences across the country and delivers a nostalgic treat that’s gift wrapped for you and your loved ones of all ages.
Adapted by Joe Landry
Based on the story “The Greatest Gift” by Philip Van Doren Stern
Directed by Jonathan Hetler

August Wilson’s The Piano Lesson
2026-02-24 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-25 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-26 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-27 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Checota Powerhouse Theater, 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53202, United States
August Wilson’s explosive, award-winning play is a gripping story of family, legacy and the choices that define us. During the Great Depression, the Charles household reaches a boiling point over a decision that will define them: sell the family’s cherished heirloom piano to secure their fortune or preserve it as a testament to their ancestor’s spirit and struggle. The ghosts of the past collide with the promise of the future in this Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning masterpiece. From the celebrated director Lou Bellamy, who brought Milwaukee Rep audiences the acclaimed August Wilson’s Fences, The Piano Lesson marks our ninth production in Wilson’s American Century Cycle.
“Like other Wilson plays, it seems to sing even when it is talking.” – The New York Times
By August Wilson
Directed by Lou Bellamy

Anytime Anywhere Meditation Course
2026-02-25 19:00 - 20:30 | Tergar Meditation Community of Madison, 301 S. Blount St, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
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 meditation with a background in kinesiology to help participants integrate meditation with daily life to support well-being.
Meets on Wednesdays, April 2 – April 30.
In person and Zoom options available.

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra: Regeneration
2026-02-27 19:30 - 21:30 | Overture Center for the Arts, 201 State Street, Madison, Wisconsin, 53703, United States
Universal rhythms explored through music and movement – weaving together themes of transformation and the endless cycle of renewal. This powerful concert features Please let there be a paradise… by GRAMMY®-nominated composer Angel Lam. A hauntingly beautiful journey and reflection on love and loss, it sets the stage for the WORLD PREMIERE of Concerto for Jazz Trio by Dan Cavanagh, Director of the UW Mead Witter School of Music, that blends contemporary jazz with the spirit of reinvention. Concluding the concert, the orchestra brings to life Regeneration: A Pentalogy by local composer Michael Bell alongside the breathtaking WORLD PREMIERE of Renascence by Kanopy Dance and choreographed by Robert E. Cleary’s & Lisa Thurrell, a deeply expressive journey through the ebb and flow of existence—birth, death, and the beauty that rises anew.

The Best of Steve Martin & Martin Short
2026-02-27 20:00 - 22:00 | Miller High Life Theatre, 500 West Kilbourn Avenue, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53203, United States
The Best of Steve Martin & Martin Short is a show that redefines the form in unexpected and profound ways, from two of the funniest, most influential and acclaimed talents of the past century. Their humor is often subversive, but it is always a joyous self-deprecating romp from two comedy masters driven to make each other laugh as much as the audience. The jokes come at you at a rapid-fire pace with little set-up and big punch lines as they mock Hollywood and the fickle nature of celebrity, but the comedy truly soars when they lovingly (and relentlessly) roast each other. Martin and Short’s chemistry and timing on stage reflects a friendship forged over three decades which developed when they met for the first time on the set of the 1986 film “Three Amigos.” These two titans of comedy have been touring together since 2015, when they launched their first live show entitled “A Very Stupid Conversation.”

CVSO Presents: Peter and the Wolf - Relaxed Concert
2026-02-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-02-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Pablo Center at the Confluence, 128 Graham Ave, Eau Claire, 54701
This short performance by Chippewa Valley Symphony Orchestra is welcoming to patrons of all ages with sensory sensitivities, young children, and others who appreciate a more informal concert environment. Come as you are, be yourself, and enjoy Prokofiev’s “Peter and the Wolf”—a playful musical tale where each character is brought to life by a different instrument. General admission.
Concert Sponsors: Annie Jackson, LLC; Pablo Center at the Confluence
Special pricing for Relaxed Concert: $5/person, including fees

Fearless: A Tribute to Taylor
2026-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Mineral Point Opera House, 139 High Street, Mineral Point, WI, 53565
Calling all Swifties!
Fearless: A Tribute to Taylor will bring the music of Taylor Swift to the Mineral Point Opera House on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 7:00 pm. Doors will open at 6:00 pm. Tickets range from $20 to $35 (plus taxes and fees) and will increase by $5 on the day of the show. Friends of the MPOH will have access to tickets starting Tuesday, July 1 at 8:00 am, and the general public on Tuesday, July 15 at 8:00 am.
Fearless celebrates all things Taylor — from the chart-topping hits to her iconic style. Composed of some of the top musicians in Chicago, Fearless brings the magic of Taylor’s music to life with passion, energy, and style. Get ready to sing, dance, and make your wildest dreams come true! It’s a fun-filled show perfect for fans of all ages who love great music and unforgettable moments.

Salon Piano Series presents Hilda Huang
2026-02-28 19:30 - 21:00 | Farley’s House of Pianos, 6522 Seybold Rd, Madison, 53719
Program includes: Bach

Internationally acclaimed artist Hilda Huang will play clavichord, harpsichord, organ, and piano during the Saturday concert and she will give a demonstration of those instruments with commentary on Sunday. She will play works by Bach, Forqueray, and D’Anglebert.
