Tag Arts
WSRC exhibitions showcase work of Madison artists
Artists Leslee Nelson and Bobbette Rose are exhibiting their work at the Women's Studies Research Center through December.
Guest filmmaker/choreographer to screen work, present dances
Canadian choreographer Allen Kaeja, currently in residence in the Dance Program, will screen his new film, "Old Country," at 3:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19 and his dances will be featured in concert at 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20.
Lowe brings Native arts to Smithsonian
When Truman Lowe speaks about his trip to Minnesota's North Shore in early 2000 to visit with George Morrison, his voice conveys a deep respect.
Arboretum hosts botanical illustrations
The hidden architecture of the botanical world has mesmerized Wisconsin artist Vala Mohr.
Gardener-alumna exhibits at Knapp House
Long live the ivy! Damn the aphids! Full green ahead!
Music becomes her
Watching her move with the music, it is clear that violinist Midori feels every note she plays.
Architectural firms exhibit project designs
Tear it down or fix it up? Perhaps that elderly structure needs a little of both strategies; whatever you decide, the chances are excellent that you will enlist the services of an architect.
Events honor Native American Heritage Month
Through the end of November, the UW–Madison community will honor Native American culture as part of Native American Heritage Month. More than 230 Native American students, representing dozens of Native American nations, are enrolled at the university.
Hewson balances job, aerial dance
Kate Hewson, an aerial dancer, has just been hired as the interdisciplinary artist-in-residence coordinator for the Arts Institute, and this semester is shepherding art critic/curator Michael Brenson through the logistical rigors of his residency here this fall.
Master woodcut artist honored at Elvehjem
An elective course in drawing turned the tide for then-UW pharmacy major Ray Gloeckler in 1946. Within a year he had changed his major to art education. More than 200 prints later, Gloeckler has become one of the world's seminal figures in woodcut engraving.
Renowned critic-of-criticism to host symposium
Some days, everyone’s a critic.
World-famous violinist to visit classes, coach students
Violinist Midori, who performs with pianist Charles Abramovic on Nov. 12 at the Wisconsin Union Theater, will spend the week leading up to their recital in a unique residency based at the School of Music.
Alumna returns to campus with dance company
Dance program alumna Nora Stephens returns to campus with her New York City dance company, noranewdanceco, in early November to present a free concert at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, in the Margaret H'Doubler Performance Space in Lathrop Hall.
Wisconsin Singers sound of music includes all-time favorites
No doubt Elvis would be delighted: UW–Madison's Wisconsin Singers will give his tunes fitting tribute on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 5 and 6, as part of the Singers' new show, "The Beat Goes On."
New takes on traditional music showcased in campus concert
Fusing contemporary and traditional Latin American music, Sotavento will perform on campus Saturday, Nov. 6.
Renowned critic-of-criticism to host symposium
Some days, everyone's a critic. But if they are, what sort of influence do they wield?
A cappella groups to perform on Overture stage
If the Overture Center had rafters, they surely would be raised when UW–Madison's three student a cappella groups — the MadHatters (men), Tangled Up in Blue (women) and Redefined (coed) — meet there in performance at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 10.
Tickets now available for Holiday Dinner Concerts
Tickets are now available for the Wisconsin Union's Tudor Holiday Dinner Concerts.
Overture program highlights Watrous’ contributions to Elvehjem
Before there was an Elvehjem Museum of Art, valuable artwork lay scattered in UW campus basements. It took artist and art historian James Watrous, known as the "father of the Elvehjem Museum," to bring it all together.
Family Business Center hosts family-business play
The one-act play, “A Tough Nut to Crack”by Ira Bryck and the Play@work Performance Group, will be performed Tuesday, Nov. 2., at the Howard Auditorium in the Fluno Center.