Tag Arts
Artist confronts those ‘now-what’ moments
If Stephanie Jutt has her way, there will be no more starving artists who sacrifice well-being to make art. Read More
Graduate student wins chance to perform at the Met
Singers around the world dream of taking the stage at New York's Metropolitan Opera House. On Sunday, Feb. 15, one University of Wisconsin–Madison graduate student will do just that. Read More
Politics, music part of ‘Wisconsin Reflections’ second season
If you find state politics and jazz of interest, visit with two true leaders in both fields this month as an audience member of "Wisconsin Reflections." Read More
Moments in time: 2008 photographers’ choice
This collection of photographs, captured by University Communications photographers, provides just a sampling of what goes on in classrooms, laboratories, offices, outdoor venues and quiet spots on a thriving university campus. Read More
Exhibits, performances keep campus busy on break
The pace of campus life is slowing as classes wrap up for the semester, students complete projects and papers, and final exams loom. This is a wonderful opportunity to check out the exhibits you intended to see months ago, but were too busy to attend. Read More
Contest to fund arts entrepreneurship
Faculty and staff are encouraged to alert students to a contest that funds entrepreneurship in art. The UW–Madison New Arts Venture Challenge seeks individuals or teams of up to three to develop and present a proposal that will result in an arts event, exhibition, series or project that demonstrates creativity, innovation, added value to the arts and potential for success. Read More
Centralized arts ticketing system has new phone number
The Wisconsin Union Theater and Vilas Hall box offices announce a new centralized Campus Arts Ticketing system and phone number. Read More
Recent sightings: Glass act
Glass artist Yuki Wakamiya works an assortment of tools and blown air to shape a piece of molten glass during a demonstration at the… Read More
First Wave ensemble premieres ‘Boomboxed’
The Office of Multicultural Arts Initiatives (OMAI) will present the First Wave Hip Hop Theater Ensemble in another original work, "Boomboxed," Friday-Saturday, Dec. 12-13, at the Hemsley Theatre in Vilas Hall, 821 University Ave. Read More
Glass Lab to host open house
The UW–Madison Glass Lab will host an open house with glass-blowing demonstrations and a student glass sale Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 6-7. Read More
Kohl Center light sculptures to brighten arena’s plaza
Twelve high-tech light sculptures designed and built by University of Wisconsin–Madison art professors are being placed along the two Dayton Street promenades leading to the Kohl Center. Read More
Visiting artist’s journey of collaboration, imagination
Fred Ho, master of the baritone saxophone, composer, writer, producer, activist, visionary and leader of the Afro Asian Music Ensemble, is this semester’s Arts Institute artist in residence. Read More
Fall Faculty Concert promises innovative dance
The Dance Program’s Fall Faculty Concert is planned for Thursday, Nov. 20-Saturday, Nov. 22 Read More
Order tickets now for Tudor dinners
The Memorial Union will hold the 75th annual Tudor Holiday Dinner Concerts next month, and tickets are now available. Read More
Recent sightings: Hitting a high note
Members of the a cappella group Redefined perform during a Parents Weekend reception at the Pyle Center. Photo: Bryce Richter… Read More
Art sale features student work
The Wisconsin Union Directorate’s Student Art Sale is under way and will be held through Friday, Nov. 21, at the Memorial Union. Read More
Union Theater: Busy with an eclectic lineup
The Wisconsin Union Theater has a knack for booking some of the hottest and most interesting performers around. That talent will be obvious in the next few weeks, as the theater is especially busy with an eclectic lineup that includes world music, tap dance, Cajun folk music, and songs and ballads with medieval and contemporary influences. Read More
Stitched tapestry of Hmong history unveiled at Multicultural Center
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Multicultural Student Center (MSC) unveiled a colorful, wall-sized stitched tapestry depicting the history of the Hmong people during a celebration and ceremony this week. Read More
Chancellor Martin address: Sustaining UW–Madison’s greatness
In her first major public address before 800-plus campus and community members at the Kohl Center Thursday, Chancellor Carolyn “Biddy” Martin outlined an ambitious set of priorities for sustaining greatness at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Read More