WPR Music, Arts & Culture calendar

Blue Note Records Debut Release Tour! Paul Cornish is set to release his long-awaited debut album “You’re Exaggerating!” this month. The powerfully lyrical trio album is a 9-song set of Cornish originals. Paul hails from Houston, Texas and was one of only seven jazz prodigies worldwide awarded a full fellowship to attend the esteemed Herbie […]

Blue Note Records Debut Release Tour! Paul Cornish is set to release his long-awaited debut album “You’re Exaggerating!” this month. The powerfully lyrical trio album is a 9-song set of Cornish originals. Paul hails from Houston, Texas and was one of only seven jazz prodigies worldwide awarded a full fellowship to attend the esteemed Herbie […]

Noon Hour Philosophers – 2025 Fall Schedule Fascinating speakers on diverse subjects of community interest, free and open to the public Meets at First English Lutheran Church 326 E. North St. (corner of Drew St.) Parking Lot Entrance 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. Guests always welcome, bring a friend Check our Facebook page for cancellations […]

Want to improve your memory and concentration or practice logical thinking skills? Make a smart move and join us for Drop-In Chess Club at Manitowoc Public Library’s Second Floor Balkansky Community Room from 6-7:30 PM on Wednesday, September 3! The game of chess offers many brainy benefits—and it’s just fun! Those of all abilities and […]

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 […]

Discover the people, places and movements that contributed to Madison’s long legacy of labor during this unique walking tour through the capital city. Set within Wisconsin’s history of labor legislation, learn about how people have made a living over time and the leaders and community organizations that shaped the area’s labor rights movements, visit sites […]

PROTEST SINGER DAVID ROVICS PLAYS IN MADISON SEPTEMBER 4 Singer-songwriter David Rovics will perform on Thursday, September 4, 2025 at Muso, 2040 Winnebago Street, in Madison Wisconsin from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. David Rovics will perform with singing partner Kamala Emanuel, as “Ministry of Culture,” and deliver an intimate concert full of original songs about […]

After an eight-year absence, Alabama Shakes are poised to make their return announcing a 2025 Tour across the U.S. The Athens, AL-raised band, comprised of vocalist/guitarist Brittany Howard, guitarist Heath Fogg, and bassist Zac Cockrell exploded onto the scene in 2012 with their debut album Boys & Girls, (ATO Records), which entered Billboard’s Independent Albums […]

The Yellowstone Art Trail is celebrating their 11th year! This is a free self guided art tour consisting of 26 local artists displaying and selling artwork in their studios and participating businesses. We are fortunate to have the historical Yellowstone Trail, the transcontinental auto route that went right through these communities back in 1915-1930, winding […]

**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 […]

Every month, enjoy free concerts at MCM featuring an eclectic mix of Madison bands. Adults get to dance and chat, kids climb and play, and caregivers enjoy low-stress social time in an outdoor space like no other! On Friday, 9/5 from 5-8pm, we’re welcoming Shakey, a Neil Young tribute band that captures the essence of […]

Architect Ken Dahlin will discuss his latest book, Frank Lloyd Wright and the Path to Beauty, at Hillside Theater. The evening begins with a book signing, charcuterie, and drinks at Hillside Drafting Studio, followed by a reception in the Hillside foyer.

Experience the Wei Phi symphony for free – all you need to do is show up – everyone is welcome, and you can sit wherever you like! This thrilling concert experience is inspired by the role of music in our cultural and natural ecosystems. And features a World Premiere piece from Thai composer Naron Dhamabutra. […]

In the Roaring Twenties, aspiring chorus girl Roxie Hart and fading vaudeville star Velma Kelly each face trial for murder. Both as cynical as they are sexy, the two women compete for the services of shady lawyer Billy Flynn, who promises to make them media celebrities and win them acquittals. With its killer score and […]

Come celebrate Pride weekend with us, kicking it off with highlighting new and upcoming performers! Drag performers will compete for the title of La Crosse Pride, focusing on fundraising, Q&A, pride wear and talent. The La Crosse Pride Pageant is The Center: 7 Rivers LGBTQ Connection’s biggest fundraiser of the year. Doors open at 6pm, […]

Blending Americana, folk, and alt-rock with powerful vocals and storytelling. Amythyst Kiah is a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter known for blending roots music with rock, blues, and alternative folk. A member of the acclaimed supergroup Our Native Daughters, she brings powerful vocals and deeply personal songwriting to themes of identity, loss, and resilience. We will welcome her […]

Seven Ages Theatricals is thrilled to present free performances of Shakespeare’s haunting and violent tragedy, Macbeth. Macbeth tells a cautionary tale of ambition, greed, and murder as the titular role is told by three mysterious Witches that he will ascend to be the King of Scotland, though none of his children will do so. Is […]

Rich Baumann of Madison is a veteran of the Wild Hog stage. He is a singer, songwriter, storyteller and teacher. He plays for people of all ages and travels extensively. A multi-instrumentalist, he plays guitar, banjo and fiddle.

From painters, jewelers, potters, and sculptors to woodworkers and performers, Bayfield’s high-quality art scene is worth celebrating. Join us for the second annual “Art Escape,” a nine-day celebration of “all things art” across Bayfield County and Madeline Island. Experience the arts through demonstrations, and open houses, and create your own masterpiece through a workshop. Come […]

Join us on Bridge Point’s lawn for this FREE family event with something for everyone to enjoy. Entertainment provided by Magician Daryl Rodgers, live music by Bobby Rivers. Activities include rock climbing, bounce house, children’s games, face painting, craft and vendor show, raffle, reasonably priced food, and more!

The Yellowstone Art Trail is celebrating their 11th year! This is a free self guided art tour consisting of 26 local artists displaying and selling artwork in their studios and participating businesses. We are fortunate to have the historical Yellowstone Trail, the transcontinental auto route that went right through these communities back in 1915-1930, winding […]

Wright in Wisconsin presents ALL WRIGHT: A DAY LIKE NO OTHER on Saturday, September 6th (the weekend following Labor Day). This exclusive experience grants unprecedented access to Taliesin (including residence, Wright’s studio, Cornelia Brierly’s living quarters), Hillside Drafting Studio and Theater (including Assembly Hall, dining room, and dorm rooms), Tan-y-Deri (Porter residence), Romeo and Juliet […]

Join us for this juried arts & crafts show held in Memorial Park on the scenic shores of Lake Superior. A place of inspiration for many artists who live, work, play and visit Bayfield. Visitors will find a unique selection of pottery, painting, jewelry, sculpture, glass works, wood carvings, photography and more. There will also […]

Discover the people, places and movements that contributed to Madison’s long legacy of labor during this unique walking tour through the capital city. Set within Wisconsin’s history of labor legislation, learn about how people have made a living over time and the leaders and community organizations that shaped the area’s labor rights movements, visit sites […]

The Wausau Festival of Arts has celebrated its annual outdoor art festival since 1965. Held in Wausau’s beautiful downtown, on the 400 Block and 3rd Street, the Festival proudly features 120 juried fine artists from Wisconsin and across the United States who display their works of art for sale and compete for awards. Patrons can […]

What could be better than spending a bright, sunny summer morning in the beautiful Kettle Moraine countryside, while a certified yoga instructor guides you through a series of gentle and relaxing yoga poses? How about adding a handful of tumbling, curious and seriously cute baby goats from Kid Farm LLC? You and your friends will […]

Discover the people, places and movements that contributed to Madison’s long legacy of labor during this unique walking tour through the capital city. Set within Wisconsin’s history of labor legislation, learn about how people have made a living over time and the leaders and community organizations that shaped the area’s labor rights movements, visit sites […]

Don’t miss Urban Triage’s Harvest Festival! This community event is open to everyone of all ages, and everything is free! Amazing Entertainment: • Live band performances that’ll get you moving • Mind-blowing magic shows & skilled jugglers • Breathtaking stilt walkers & aerialist performances • Heart-stopping tightrope acts Family Fun Galore: • Face painting 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. […]

Form, structure, improvisation and chaos in jazz. Ben and Leo Sidran in concert and conversation. If, as Goethe wrote, architecture can be seen as frozen music, perhaps music can be seen as architecture thawed. Join father and son Ben and Leo Sidran, at the iconic Hillside Theater at Taliesin, as they discuss what this might mean, […]

MIND THE GAP: (The Gapinski family), playing all kinds of acoustic music, mostly folk, bluegrass, and country. 7:30pm (Doors 6:45pm) Early Entry can come in 6:30-6:45pm

Seven Ages Theatricals is thrilled to present free performances of Shakespeare’s haunting and violent tragedy, Macbeth. Macbeth tells a cautionary tale of ambition, greed, and murder as the titular role is told by three mysterious Witches that he will ascend to be the King of Scotland, though none of his children will do so. Is […]

Deidre McCalla is an American singer-songwriter from New York City. McCalla was raised around the folk music scene of Macdougal Street in New York, where she began her career. In 1983, she moved to northern California. She has released several albums on the women’s music label Olivia Records. “Socially relevant, deeply personal… Deidre has always […]