Arts

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CHAI and JENNY123 teach Sett-goers the intergalactic groove, preach “Neo-Kawaii” philosophy

By Hannah Ritvo | Oct. 16

Stepping into Union South on Friday night was a one-way ticket into an intergalactic universe where an assortment of astronauts, ravens and an extravagantly pink quartet pranced around. On Oct. 7, CHAI and JENNY123 enchanted the Sett stage, delivering one of the most unforgettable shows I’ve had the privilege of seeing to a small, blessed audience.

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“Shrek The Musical:" the right amount of ‘ogre’ the top

By Breanna Bylak | Oct. 16

Bartell Theatre opened its fall season with a huff and a puff that blew many audience members away. Fairytale creatures and Farquaad fans united at Madison’s local theater to watch “Shrek,” a musical swamped with comedy.

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MMoCA announces ‘truth and reconciliation project’ in response to Triennial artist concerns, distrust

By Jeffrey Brown | Oct. 13

The Madison Museum of Contemporary Art (MMoCA) continues to receive criticism regarding their response to the vandalism and theft of an art piece in the 2022 Wisconsin Triennial entitled “Ain’t I A Woman?” The artists involved do not feel the museum is paying attention to their calls for change.

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Duckwrth, the sparkly-shoed enchanter

By Jeffrey Brown | Oct. 10

LA singer-songwriter Duckwrth had The Majestic in a trance with his groove, grace and overwhelming charm.

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Together Pangea shows fans How to DYE at the High Noon Saloon

By Jane Houseal | Oct. 9

Together Pangea rocked the High Noon Saloon on Sunday, Sept. 25, as they concluded the Midwest leg of their 2022 How to DYE tour. They featured two openers: self-proclaimed indie surf rock band CAVVES and solo artist Baby Tyler.  

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The Head and the Heart rock the sold out Sylvee

By Claire Zimmerman | Oct. 8

Every night I’ve spent at the Sylvee has been memorable, so it was no surprise The Head and the Heart’s Oct. 3 show added to my long list of great live music experiences in Madison.

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15 ways to enjoy performing arts in Madison in the end of 2022

By Breanna Bylak | Oct. 7

The performing arts community in Madison is full and flourishing. From theater to dance to improv, there is something for everyone in downtown Madison. Below are 15 local venues and groups that students, staff, community members and more should be looking forward to:

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OFF! returns with a psychedelic blast of hardcore punk rock in “Free LSD”

By Drake White-Bergey | Oct. 6

Keith Morris & Co. evolve their sound to incorporate elements of sci-fi and psychedelic metal.

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‘The Worst Person In The World:’ A story of how the boundaries we draw come to define us

By Spencer Ball | Oct. 6

The 2021 Oscar nominee is a refreshingly modern tale of life and love.

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B.o.B has the magic in him

By Jackson Baldus | Oct. 3

The hip-hop icon made an appearance at Liquid, and the club was going up on a Tuesday. 

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CHAI, The Heavy Heavy to perform on Terrace

By Kai Wen Li | Sep. 29

Hosted by WUD Music, alt-rock band CHAI and rock quintet The Heavy Heavy will bring electrifying free performances at the intimate Memorial Union Terrace on Oct. 7 and 8. 

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Khruangbin and Vieux Farka Touré present ‘Ali,’ a celebration of life and a love letter to the art of the groove

By Jackson Baldus | Sep. 28

The long-awaited collaboration between modern psychedelic giants Khruangbin and Malian singer-songwriter Vieux Farka Touré is here, and it’s a must-listen for anyone looking for music that cleanses the soul.

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Duckwrth talks with the Daily Cardinal about new EP, tour

By Shane Fruchterman and Jackson Baldus | Sep. 27

Ahead of his tour stopping in Madison on Oct. 1 and his latest EP “Chrome Bull,” Duckwrth discusses his creative process, his roots and what his future holds.

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Q&A: B.o.B talks inspirations, hip-hop ahead of Madison show

By Shane Fruchterman and Jackson Baldus | Sep. 25

Award-winning rapper B.o.B gets candid about his inspirations, his thoughts on the current state of hip-hop and even his favorite strain of weed. 

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Chazen opens new exhibit 'unlike anything they’ve done before'

By Jackson Walker | Sep. 22

"Sifting and Reckoning” blends art with history in retelling of UW’s discriminatory past.

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Ricky Montgomery lives to be live

By Shu Lan Schaut | Sep. 22

The Majestic Theater turns upside down during a stellar show — or maybe he’s just doing another flip. 

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Cult of the Lamb is a top indie game of 2022

By Jeffrey Brown | Sep. 22

From developer Massive Monster and publisher Devolver Digital, Cult of the Lamb combines village building with roguelite combat, a delightful devilish theme and stellar art to create one of the top major indie releases of the year.

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The Wrecks set to ‘get a little unhinged’ at the Majestic Theatre

By Hope Karnopp | Sep. 15

Despite the genre-bending band's many ties to Wisconsin, this will be their first time in Madison – and they are more than excited.

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The generational burden of the beaten Black body

By Sanjeev Anand | Sep. 15

Quanda Johnson’s “Trauerspiel: Subject into Nonbeing” traces how racist violence creates trauma that lives on in the present.

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Fetch or not, ‘Mean Girls’ is happening

By Athena Kafkas | Sep. 8

  The Overture Center for the Arts hosted a performance of ‘Mean Girls’ worthy of a seat at the lunch table.