12-13 overture brochure

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With five full-blown Broadway tours (including the megahits Jersey Boys and Wicked), big-name celebrities like Bill Cosby, cutting-edge dance, international fare, hilarious comedy and four shows designed just for kids, the 2012/13 Overture season is without a doubt the biggest in our history. Tickets are sure to go fast, so now’s the time to plan ahead—all shows in this brochure (except Wicked) go on sale SAT, AUG 11. (Wicked goes on sale in the spring of 2013, but if you don’t want to wait that long, turn the page to learn how to get your tickets NOW!)

Window sales begin at 8 am on SAT, AUG 11. After 10 am, charge by phone by calling 800.309.6995 or buy online at OVERTURECENTER.COM.

To learn more about the artists listed in this brochure, and to get dibs on tickets to new shows we book during the year, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and visit overturecenter.com/connect to join our email list.

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PARTNERS:

Overture magazine, Bulk Permit 2731, is published by the Overture Center Foundation, Inc., 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703, two times a year, in April and July. To request a subscription call 608.258.4141. Vol 6, No 2

aug 6 Amadou and Mariam Oct 5 The Capitol Steps 6 Disney in Concert with Wisconsin Pops 9 Ballet Folklórico de México 19 An Evening with Bill Cosby 20 LEO 23 Live at Birdland featuring the Birdland Big Band 30 Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet: Moulin Rouge®–The Ballet NOv 7-25 Jersey Boys 17-18 Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas 25 3-Legged Tale 29 Cabaret Dinner Series: Songs of the Season with 3Girls3 Dec 4-9 Rock of Ages JaN 26 A Prairie Home Companion® with Garrison Keillor Feb 1 Diavolo Dance Theater 3 The Little Prince 12-17 West Side Story 16 Guess How Much I Love You and I Love My Little Storybook 24 Golden Dragon Acrobats: Cirque Ziva 28 Branford Marsalis Quartet Mar 1 Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company 2 Live and Let Die with Wisconsin Pops 12-17 Mary Poppins 20 Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and LINES Ballet Unite 23 Intergalactic Nemesis: Book 1 & 2 apr 8 Max Raabe and Palast Orchester 14 Kindur: The Adventurous Life of Icelandic Sheep 20-21 PSY: Mind–Blowing Circus May 2 Cabaret Dinner Series: The Belle of Broadway with Susan Egan 11 Four Bitchin’ Babes: Mid Life Vices 22-31 Wicked JuN 1–9 Wicked 18 Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square

resiDeNt OrgaNizatiONsFor information about our resident companies’ seasons please visit their websites.

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society608.255.9866bachdancinganddynamite.org

Children’s Theater of Madison608.255.2080ctmtheater.org

Forward Theater Company608.234.5001forwardtheater.com

Kanopy Dance Company608.255.2211kanopydance.org

Li Chiao-Ping Dance608.835.6590lichiaopingdance.org

Madison Ballet608.278.7990madisonballet.org

Madison Opera608.238.8085madisonopera.org

Madison Symphony Orchestra608.257.3734madisonsymphony.org

Wisconsin Academy’s James Watrous Gallery608.265.2500wisconsinacademy.org

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra608.257.0638 wcoconcerts.org

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2012/13 SEASON AT A GLANCE

Biggest ever!seasonwelcome to our

With five full-blown Broadway tours (including the megahits Jersey Boys and Wicked), big-name celebrities like Bill Cosby, cutting-edge dance, international fare, hilarious comedy and four shows designed just for kids, the 2012/13 Overture season is without a doubt the biggest in our history. Tickets are sure to go fast, so now’s the time to plan ahead—all shows in this brochure (except Wicked) go on sale SAT, AUG 11. (Wicked goes on sale in the spring of 2013, but if you don’t want to wait that long, turn the page to learn how to get your tickets NOW!)

Window sales begin at 8 am on SAT, AUG 11. After 10 am, charge by phone by calling 800.309.6995 or buy online at OVERTURECENTER.COM.

To learn more about the artists listed in this brochure, and to get dibs on tickets to new shows we book during the year, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and visit overturecenter.com/connect to join our email list.

Thank you to our CHARTER

PARTNERS:

Overture magazine, Bulk Permit 2731, is published by the Overture Center Foundation, Inc., 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703, two times a year, in April and July. To request a subscription call 608.258.4141. Vol 6, No 2

aug 6 Amadou and Mariam Oct 5 The Capitol Steps 6 Disney in Concert with Wisconsin Pops 9 Ballet Folklórico de México 19 An Evening with Bill Cosby 20 LEO 23 Live at Birdland featuring the Birdland Big Band 30 Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet: Moulin Rouge®–The Ballet NOv 7-25 Jersey Boys 17-18 Away in the Basement: A Church Basement Ladies Christmas 25 3-Legged Tale 29 Cabaret Dinner Series: Songs of the Season with 3Girls3 Dec 4-9 Rock of Ages JaN 26 A Prairie Home Companion® with Garrison Keillor Feb 1 Diavolo Dance Theater 3 The Little Prince 12-17 West Side Story 16 Guess How Much I Love You and I Love My Little Storybook 24 Golden Dragon Acrobats: Cirque Ziva 28 Branford Marsalis Quartet Mar 1 Juan Siddi Flamenco Theatre Company 2 Live and Let Die with Wisconsin Pops 12-17 Mary Poppins 20 Hubbard Street Dance Chicago and LINES Ballet Unite 23 Intergalactic Nemesis: Book 1 & 2 apr 8 Max Raabe and Palast Orchester 14 Kindur: The Adventurous Life of Icelandic Sheep 20-21 PSY: Mind–Blowing Circus May 2 Cabaret Dinner Series: The Belle of Broadway with Susan Egan 11 Four Bitchin’ Babes: Mid Life Vices 22-31 Wicked JuN 1–9 Wicked 18 Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra at Temple Square

resiDeNt OrgaNizatiONsFor information about our resident companies’ seasons please visit their websites.

Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society608.255.9866bachdancinganddynamite.org

Children’s Theater of Madison608.255.2080ctmtheater.org

Forward Theater Company608.234.5001forwardtheater.com

Kanopy Dance Company608.255.2211kanopydance.org

Li Chiao-Ping Dance608.835.6590lichiaopingdance.org

Madison Ballet608.278.7990madisonballet.org

Madison Opera608.238.8085madisonopera.org

Madison Symphony Orchestra608.257.3734madisonsymphony.org

Wisconsin Academy’s James Watrous Gallery608.265.2500wisconsinacademy.org

Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra608.257.0638 wcoconcerts.org

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2012/13 SEASON AT A GLANCE

Biggest ever!seasonwelcome to our

Tickets to the megahit Wicked won’t be available to the general public until early 2013, but you can GET WICKED TICKETS NOW by ordering a Flex Sub today.

OUR MOST FLExIBLE SUBSCRIPTION OPTION: a Flex Sub allows you to choose any four shows, any price level and any number of tickets per show to create your own package. Choose any four or more shows—including one or more Broadway show. (With this year’s lineup of big name celebrities, musicians, comedy acts and dance troupes, we’re pretty sure there are at least four shows you’ll love!)

AS A FLEx SUBSCRIBER, YOU WILL GET access to tickets before the general public, discount tickets to non-Broadway shows, presale access to other shows not yet announced, free lost ticket replacement and a free itunes download of 15 Broadway hit songs. Now’s a great time to choose any four or more shows and build a Flex Sub!

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AS A FLEx SUBSCRIBER, YOU WILL GET access to tickets before the general public, discount tickets to non-Broadway shows, presale access to other shows not yet announced, free lost ticket replacement and a free itunes download of 15 Broadway hit songs. Now’s a great time to choose any four or more shows and build a Flex Sub!

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Jersey boys“Too good to be true!” raves the New York Post for Jersey Boys, the 2006 Tony Award® winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. This is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide—all before they were 30! Jersey Boys, winner of the 2006 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album and most recently, the 2009 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, features their hit songs “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a Night” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”

WED, NOV 7–SUN, NOV 25Overture Hall

Single tickets start at $33.50

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rock of agesThe worldwide party musical Rock of Ages features a mix of 28 rockin’ 80s tunes including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “We Built This City,” “The Final Countdown,” “Wanted Dead Or Alive,” “Here I Go Again,” “Can’t Fight This Feeling” and “I Want To Know What Love Is.” In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA’s most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the 80s. It’s five time 2009 Tony® nominee Rock of Ages, an arena-rock love story told through the mind blowing, face-melting hits of Journey, Night Ranger, Styx, Reo Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Asia, Whitesnake and many more. Don’t miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

TUE, DEC 4–SUN, DEC 9Overture Hall

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Jersey boys“Too good to be true!” raves the New York Post for Jersey Boys, the 2006 Tony Award® winning Best Musical about Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. This is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history. They wrote their own songs, invented their own sounds and sold 175 million records worldwide—all before they were 30! Jersey Boys, winner of the 2006 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Show Album and most recently, the 2009 Olivier Award for Best New Musical, features their hit songs “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry,” “Rag Doll,” “Oh What a Night” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.”

WED, NOV 7–SUN, NOV 25Overture Hall

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rock of agesThe worldwide party musical Rock of Ages features a mix of 28 rockin’ 80s tunes including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “We Built This City,” “The Final Countdown,” “Wanted Dead Or Alive,” “Here I Go Again,” “Can’t Fight This Feeling” and “I Want To Know What Love Is.” In 1987 on the Sunset Strip, a small town girl met a big city rocker and in LA’s most famous rock club, they fell in love to the greatest songs of the 80s. It’s five time 2009 Tony® nominee Rock of Ages, an arena-rock love story told through the mind blowing, face-melting hits of Journey, Night Ranger, Styx, Reo Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Asia, Whitesnake and many more. Don’t miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

TUE, DEC 4–SUN, DEC 9Overture Hall

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West side storyMore than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it’s back and mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, West Side Story soars as the greatest love story of all time. This revival, based on Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents’ Broadway direction, remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway’s finest and features such classics of the American musical theatre as “Something’s Coming,” “Tonight,” “America,” “I Feel Pretty” and “Somewhere.” As the Associated Press says, “West Side Story remains Broadway’s best dance-driven musical. Five decades have not dimmed the extraordinary choreography or the score that pulsates throughout.”

TUE, FEB 12–SUN, FEB 17Overture Hall

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Disney and Cameron Mackintosh presentMary poppinsMary Poppins is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has the New York Daily News calling it a “roof-raising, toe-tapping, high-flying extravaganza!” Featuring an irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft, Mary Poppins is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and calls “a certifiable super hit!”

TUE, MAR 12–SUN, MAR 17Overture Hall

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West side storyMore than fifty years ago one musical changed theater forever. Now it’s back and mesmerizing audiences once again. From the first note to the final breath, West Side Story soars as the greatest love story of all time. This revival, based on Tony Award-winning librettist Arthur Laurents’ Broadway direction, remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is considered to be one of Broadway’s finest and features such classics of the American musical theatre as “Something’s Coming,” “Tonight,” “America,” “I Feel Pretty” and “Somewhere.” As the Associated Press says, “West Side Story remains Broadway’s best dance-driven musical. Five decades have not dimmed the extraordinary choreography or the score that pulsates throughout.”

TUE, FEB 12–SUN, FEB 17Overture Hall

Community Partner

Disney and Cameron Mackintosh presentMary poppinsMary Poppins is bringing its own brand of Broadway magic to theaters across the country, which has the New York Daily News calling it a “roof-raising, toe-tapping, high-flying extravaganza!” Featuring an irresistible story and unforgettable songs from one of the most popular Disney films of all time, plus brand-new breathtaking dance numbers and spectacular stage-craft, Mary Poppins is everything you could ever want in a hit Broadway show! So get swept up in the fun of this high-flying musical the New York Post gives 4 out of 4 stars and calls “a certifiable super hit!”

TUE, MAR 12–SUN, MAR 17Overture Hall

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WickedBack by “Popular” demand. Variety calls Wicked “a cultural phenomenon,” and when it last played Madison, it broke box office records and sold out in record time. Winner of 35 major awards, including a Grammy and three Tony Awards, Wicked is “Broadway’s biggest blockbuster” (The New York Times). Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land of Oz. One—born with emerald green skin—is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. How these two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good makes for “the most complete—and completely satisfying—new musical in a long time” (USA Today).

WED, MAY 22–SUN, JUN 9Overture Hall

treat yOur grOup tO aNexperieNce they’ll treasure with an outing to Overture Center for the Arts.Anybody can be part of a group, and it’s easier than you think to put a group together—you and nine friends, you and the gang from work, you and your hoops team, even you and your relatives.

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• Order now, pay later

• Get discounts on most performances

Groups of 10 or more can get a 10% discount for most performances (the group minimum for Wicked is 15 people). Large groups of 40 or more may qualify for additional discounts for some performances. Prices, discounts and availability are subject to change. Visit overturecenter.com/tickets/group-sales to download group sales rate sheets.

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WickedBack by “Popular” demand. Variety calls Wicked “a cultural phenomenon,” and when it last played Madison, it broke box office records and sold out in record time. Winner of 35 major awards, including a Grammy and three Tony Awards, Wicked is “Broadway’s biggest blockbuster” (The New York Times). Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land of Oz. One—born with emerald green skin—is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. How these two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good makes for “the most complete—and completely satisfying—new musical in a long time” (USA Today).

WED, MAY 22–SUN, JUN 9Overture Hall

treat yOur grOup tO aNexperieNce they’ll treasure with an outing to Overture Center for the Arts.Anybody can be part of a group, and it’s easier than you think to put a group together—you and nine friends, you and the gang from work, you and your hoops team, even you and your relatives.

grOups receive the FOllOWiNg beNeFits • Order tickets before they

go on sale to the general public

• Order now, pay later

• Get discounts on most performances

Groups of 10 or more can get a 10% discount for most performances (the group minimum for Wicked is 15 people). Large groups of 40 or more may qualify for additional discounts for some performances. Prices, discounts and availability are subject to change. Visit overturecenter.com/tickets/group-sales to download group sales rate sheets.

learN MOre Or MaKe a reservatiONOverture Center Group SalesHeather Murn | 608.258.4159 | [email protected]

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an evening with bill cosbyBill Cosby’s successes span five decades and virtually all media, from the “Hey Hey Hey!” of Fat Albert to two groundbreaking sit-coms to eight Gold records and five Platinum. A true icon of American entertainment!

Live Broadcast from Overture Halla prairie home companion®with Garrison KeillorGarrison Keillor, the unmistakable voice of the sensible people who raise tomatoes and above-average children, brings his show for a special live broadcast. Be here as the nation listens in on all the latest news from Lake Wobegon.

branford Marsalis QuartetHe has three Grammies, a Tony nomination, and is the standard bearer of the family the New York Times calls “jazz’s most storied living dynasty.” Don’t miss this chance to see and hear one of the great musicians of our time live in concert!

FRI, OCT 19, 8 PMOverture Hall

Single tickets start at $44

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Overture HallSingle tickets start at $35

THU, FEB 28, 7:30 PMOverture Hall

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an evening with bill cosbyBill Cosby’s successes span five decades and virtually all media, from the “Hey Hey Hey!” of Fat Albert to two groundbreaking sit-coms to eight Gold records and five Platinum. A true icon of American entertainment!

Live Broadcast from Overture Halla prairie home companion®with Garrison KeillorGarrison Keillor, the unmistakable voice of the sensible people who raise tomatoes and above-average children, brings his show for a special live broadcast. Be here as the nation listens in on all the latest news from Lake Wobegon.

branford Marsalis QuartetHe has three Grammies, a Tony nomination, and is the standard bearer of the family the New York Times calls “jazz’s most storied living dynasty.” Don’t miss this chance to see and hear one of the great musicians of our time live in concert!

FRI, OCT 19, 8 PMOverture Hall

Single tickets start at $44

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THU, FEB 28, 7:30 PMOverture Hall

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TAKE 10: $10 tickets for K–12 students and educators with ID

TUE, OCT 23, 7:30 pm

Capitol TheaterSingle tickets start at $21.50

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MON, APR 8, 7:30 pm

TUE, JUN 18, 7:30 pm

Overture HallSingle tickets start at $35.50

live at birdlandfeaturing the Birdland Big Band Drummer and band leader Tommy Igoe brings the music, the heart, the echo of decades of legendary Birdland performances on the road to give you one unforgettable night. This is big band at its best!

Max raabe and palast OrchesterElegance and kitsch dressed in white tie and tails, Max Raabe und der Palast Orchester step straight out of the sophisticated, spirited, swinging days of Roaring ‘20s Germany. Elegant, whimsical, and musically impeccable, this is a one-of-a-kind concert experience.

Mormon tabernacle choirand Orchestra at Temple Square This powerhouse of voices brings its signature sound to Madison to be joined by the majestic Overture Concert Organ. The 360 members reflect a medley of unique lives and experiences and are brought together by their love for singing and their faith.

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Capitol TheaterSingle tickets start at $21.50

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live at birdlandfeaturing the Birdland Big Band Drummer and band leader Tommy Igoe brings the music, the heart, the echo of decades of legendary Birdland performances on the road to give you one unforgettable night. This is big band at its best!

Max raabe and palast OrchesterElegance and kitsch dressed in white tie and tails, Max Raabe und der Palast Orchester step straight out of the sophisticated, spirited, swinging days of Roaring ‘20s Germany. Elegant, whimsical, and musically impeccable, this is a one-of-a-kind concert experience.

Mormon tabernacle choirand Orchestra at Temple Square This powerhouse of voices brings its signature sound to Madison to be joined by the majestic Overture Concert Organ. The 360 members reflect a medley of unique lives and experiences and are brought together by their love for singing and their faith.

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SAT, MAR 16, 8 pm | $10Recommended for ages 12+

note: This screening will not include vaudeville performances.

There’s nothing quiet about this classic silent films series: laughter, applause and the majestic sound of the Grand Barton Organ fill the historic Capitol Theater. A variety of quick vaudeville-style acts get things cooking before the movie. Madison comedian Joe Thompson is your old-school, bow-tied master of ceremonies, cracking jokes and keeping the fun moving along. Throw in celebrity appearances, gags, and some serious door prizes, and it all adds up to one of the best deals in town for family-friendly entertainment.

SAT, NOV 3, 2 & 7* pm

SAT, FEB 9, 2 & 7* pm

SAT, APR 13, 2 & 7* pm

Adults: $7 | kids 12 & under: $3* 7 pm performance sign language interpreted

steamboat bill, Jr. (1928) starring Buster Keatonthe lost World (1925) starring Wallace Beerygirl shy (1924) starring Harold Lloyd

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Share in an informal discussion with nationally and internationally recognized artists followed by open Q & A sessions. The series is free and open to all ticket holders, as well as the general public.

OCT 30 Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet:

Moulin Rouge®– The Ballet

FEB 1 Diavolo Dance Theater 16 Guess How Much I

Love You & I Love My Little Storybook

MAR 20 Hubbard Street Dance Chicago & LINES Ballet

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SAT, MAR 16, 8 pm | $10Recommended for ages 12+

note: This screening will not include vaudeville performances.

There’s nothing quiet about this classic silent films series: laughter, applause and the majestic sound of the Grand Barton Organ fill the historic Capitol Theater. A variety of quick vaudeville-style acts get things cooking before the movie. Madison comedian Joe Thompson is your old-school, bow-tied master of ceremonies, cracking jokes and keeping the fun moving along. Throw in celebrity appearances, gags, and some serious door prizes, and it all adds up to one of the best deals in town for family-friendly entertainment.

SAT, NOV 3, 2 & 7* pm

SAT, FEB 9, 2 & 7* pm

SAT, APR 13, 2 & 7* pm

Adults: $7 | kids 12 & under: $3* 7 pm performance sign language interpreted

steamboat bill, Jr. (1928) starring Buster Keatonthe lost World (1925) starring Wallace Beerygirl shy (1924) starring Harold Lloyd

duck soupcinema

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Share in an informal discussion with nationally and internationally recognized artists followed by open Q & A sessions. The series is free and open to all ticket holders, as well as the general public.

OCT 30 Canada’s Royal Winnipeg Ballet:

Moulin Rouge®– The Ballet

FEB 1 Diavolo Dance Theater 16 Guess How Much I

Love You & I Love My Little Storybook

MAR 20 Hubbard Street Dance Chicago & LINES Ballet

23 Intergalactic Nemesis

APR 21 PSY: Mind-Blowing Circus

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Disney in concertMagical Music from the Movieswith Wisconsin PopsRelive the soundtrack of childhood with the best-loved songs from Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Lion King, and more, performed by four Broadway-caliber singers and the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra. Original storyboard artwork and video from the classic films round out the multimedia experience.

live and let DieA Symphonic Tribute to the Music of Paul McCartneywith Wisconsin PopsBeatlemania star Tony Kishman and his band bring this loving tribute to one of rock and roll’s greatest songwriters. Along with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, he’ll perform favorites from the Beatles and Wings and McCartney’s stellar solo career. A must-see for any McCartney fan!

SAT, OCT 6, 8 pm

SAT, MAR 2, 8 pm

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Disney in concertMagical Music from the Movieswith Wisconsin PopsRelive the soundtrack of childhood with the best-loved songs from Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Lion King, and more, performed by four Broadway-caliber singers and the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra. Original storyboard artwork and video from the classic films round out the multimedia experience.

live and let DieA Symphonic Tribute to the Music of Paul McCartneywith Wisconsin PopsBeatlemania star Tony Kishman and his band bring this loving tribute to one of rock and roll’s greatest songwriters. Along with the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, he’ll perform favorites from the Beatles and Wings and McCartney’s stellar solo career. A must-see for any McCartney fan!

SAT, OCT 6, 8 pm

SAT, MAR 2, 8 pm

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canada’s royal Winnipeg balletMoulin rouge® – the balletOne of North America’s most respected ballet companies brings a passionate tale of love, ambition and heartbreak. Seen by close to 60,000 people across North America, this full-length story ballet has elicited cheers and ovations wherever it tours.

Diavolo Dance theaterDancers, gymnasts, actors and athletes create stunning, innovative movements on larger-than-life, surrealistic sets and everyday structures—everything from climbing walls to giant wheels to skate park half-pipes. Since its inception in 1992, Los Angeles-based Diavolo has become one of America’s hottest dance properties.

Contemporary meets Neo-classicalhubbard street Dance chicago and liNes ballet uniteLINES Ballet’s ethereal and linear neo-classical focus and Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s earthy and athletic contemporary style meld to form an unprecedented collaboration to perform an inspiring new work by LINES Artistic Director Alonzo King. King and dancers from both companies stretch their artistic limits in amazing new ways.

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canada’s royal Winnipeg balletMoulin rouge® – the balletOne of North America’s most respected ballet companies brings a passionate tale of love, ambition and heartbreak. Seen by close to 60,000 people across North America, this full-length story ballet has elicited cheers and ovations wherever it tours.

Diavolo Dance theaterDancers, gymnasts, actors and athletes create stunning, innovative movements on larger-than-life, surrealistic sets and everyday structures—everything from climbing walls to giant wheels to skate park half-pipes. Since its inception in 1992, Los Angeles-based Diavolo has become one of America’s hottest dance properties.

Contemporary meets Neo-classicalhubbard street Dance chicago and liNes ballet uniteLINES Ballet’s ethereal and linear neo-classical focus and Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s earthy and athletic contemporary style meld to form an unprecedented collaboration to perform an inspiring new work by LINES Artistic Director Alonzo King. King and dancers from both companies stretch their artistic limits in amazing new ways.

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the capitol stepsPeople take politics so seriously these days. The Capitol Steps provide welcome respite from 24/7 cable news. There’s plenty of satire out there, but as The Washington Post puts it, “You haven’t seen the real thing until you have been to the Capitol Steps.”

away in the basementA Church Basement Ladies ChristmasAnd out of the basement shall come a Church Basement program of good tidings, great humor and joy! The ever-popular Church Basement Ladies are back with their third installment of coffee cake, gossip and shepherd’s costumes made of old bathrobes, just in time for Christmas.

the Four bitchin’ babesMid Life Vices: A Guilt Free Musical RevueTake an evening away from the dishes, tell the kids they can drive their own damn selves to soccer practice and forget that idiot at work who insists on calling you “honey.” Join the chorus as it rises up singing, “We are bitchin’, hear us roar!”

FRI, OCT 5, 8 pm

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Capitol TheaterSingle tickets start at $19

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the capitol stepsPeople take politics so seriously these days. The Capitol Steps provide welcome respite from 24/7 cable news. There’s plenty of satire out there, but as The Washington Post puts it, “You haven’t seen the real thing until you have been to the Capitol Steps.”

away in the basementA Church Basement Ladies ChristmasAnd out of the basement shall come a Church Basement program of good tidings, great humor and joy! The ever-popular Church Basement Ladies are back with their third installment of coffee cake, gossip and shepherd’s costumes made of old bathrobes, just in time for Christmas.

the Four bitchin’ babesMid Life Vices: A Guilt Free Musical RevueTake an evening away from the dishes, tell the kids they can drive their own damn selves to soccer practice and forget that idiot at work who insists on calling you “honey.” Join the chorus as it rises up singing, “We are bitchin’, hear us roar!”

FRI, OCT 5, 8 pm

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leOCircle of Eleven’s LEO is a mind-bending and witty one-man show of acrobatic physical theatre that defies the laws of gravity. LEO leaves audience members wondering which way is up and which way is down and leads us on a truly fantastic adventure!

the intergalactic NemesisBook 1: Target EarthThe world’s only live action graphic novel made its Madison debut last year, and we just had to bring it back, with its three versatile voice actors, hundreds of comic-book art slides, and live sound artist (Madison native Buzz Moran).

Book 2: Robot Planet RisingThe success of Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth’s first tour got the creators on Conan and spurred them to continue the adventures of brassy reporter Molly Sloane and her sidekick Timmy Mendez. Come for one or the other or both—no galactic travel experience necessary to enjoy either one!

Les 7 Doigts de la MainpsyMind–Blowing CircusInsomnia, addiction, juggling, aerial rope. Juxtaposing dark issues with the invigorating and life-affirming language of the circus, PSY brings out the humor and beauty of these various neuroses while celebrating the power to surmount ailments and self-imposed restrictions, finding moments of strength, courage and joy while flying through the air.

MEET THE ARTIST: Post-performance Q & A TAKE 10: $10 tickets for K–12 students and educators with ID

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SAT, OCT 20, 8 pm

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SUN, APR 21, 2 pm

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leOCircle of Eleven’s LEO is a mind-bending and witty one-man show of acrobatic physical theatre that defies the laws of gravity. LEO leaves audience members wondering which way is up and which way is down and leads us on a truly fantastic adventure!

the intergalactic NemesisBook 1: Target EarthThe world’s only live action graphic novel made its Madison debut last year, and we just had to bring it back, with its three versatile voice actors, hundreds of comic-book art slides, and live sound artist (Madison native Buzz Moran).

Book 2: Robot Planet RisingThe success of Intergalactic Nemesis: Target Earth’s first tour got the creators on Conan and spurred them to continue the adventures of brassy reporter Molly Sloane and her sidekick Timmy Mendez. Come for one or the other or both—no galactic travel experience necessary to enjoy either one!

Les 7 Doigts de la MainpsyMind–Blowing CircusInsomnia, addiction, juggling, aerial rope. Juxtaposing dark issues with the invigorating and life-affirming language of the circus, PSY brings out the humor and beauty of these various neuroses while celebrating the power to surmount ailments and self-imposed restrictions, finding moments of strength, courage and joy while flying through the air.

MEET THE ARTIST: Post-performance Q & A TAKE 10: $10 tickets for K–12 students and educators with ID

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ballet Folklórico de México In 1952, Amalia Hernández founded the Ballet to reflect the beauty of the Universe in motion, starting with the pre-Colombian civilizations and growing in the Hispanic influences through history — a history you will experience as the present time and place fade away as soon as the curtain rises.

golden Dragon acrobatsCirque ZivaThe best of a time–honored tradition, some 25 centuries old, meets modern movement and expression in a gorgeous, innovative cirque performance. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as one of the premiere Chinese acrobatic companies touring today.

Juan siddi Flamenco theatre companyUnder the artistic direction of Spanish choreographer Juan Siddi, some of flamenco’s most unique and creative musicians, singers and dancers burn up the Capitol Theater stage with world-class performances. The company’s dynamic shows have met with astounding enthusiasm from audiences across the world.

TUE, OCT 9, 7:30 pm

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ballet Folklórico de México In 1952, Amalia Hernández founded the Ballet to reflect the beauty of the Universe in motion, starting with the pre-Colombian civilizations and growing in the Hispanic influences through history — a history you will experience as the present time and place fade away as soon as the curtain rises.

golden Dragon acrobatsCirque ZivaThe best of a time–honored tradition, some 25 centuries old, meets modern movement and expression in a gorgeous, innovative cirque performance. The Golden Dragons are recognized throughout the United States and abroad as one of the premiere Chinese acrobatic companies touring today.

Juan siddi Flamenco theatre companyUnder the artistic direction of Spanish choreographer Juan Siddi, some of flamenco’s most unique and creative musicians, singers and dancers burn up the Capitol Theater stage with world-class performances. The company’s dynamic shows have met with astounding enthusiasm from audiences across the world.

TUE, OCT 9, 7:30 pm

SUN, FEB 24, 3 pm

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AmericAn Girl’s Fundfor Children FamilySerieS

Théâtre de l’Oeil3-legged tale Strange—and sometimes frightening—things happen in the forest. Even so, Camera ventures forth, his wide eyes taking in the secrets of the little people who live in the undergrowth. It’s a romance without words starring puppets and shadow. Most enjoyed by children ages 5–8.

Bristol Riverside Theatrethe little princeThis beautiful new production uses inventive puppets, live actors, original music and magnificent design to tell the heart-warming story of the Little Prince who gains rare insights into love, loss and laughter. Most enjoyed by children ages 5+.

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotiaguess how Much i love you and i love My little storybook Hop along as Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare take a magical journey through the seasons. Enjoy songs and laughter as Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram’s classics come to life! Most enjoyed by children ages 3–7.

Compagnia TPOKindurThe Adventurous Life of Icelandic SheepCome to the wild and enigmatic Icelandic territory for a fairytale of two adventurous sheep through the cycle of seasons. From glaciers to northern lights, geysers to gigantic waterfalls, every natural element seems animated by mysterious forces. Most enjoyed by children ages 6–10.

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AmericAn Girl’s Fundfor Children FamilySerieS

Théâtre de l’Oeil3-legged tale Strange—and sometimes frightening—things happen in the forest. Even so, Camera ventures forth, his wide eyes taking in the secrets of the little people who live in the undergrowth. It’s a romance without words starring puppets and shadow. Most enjoyed by children ages 5–8.

Bristol Riverside Theatrethe little princeThis beautiful new production uses inventive puppets, live actors, original music and magnificent design to tell the heart-warming story of the Little Prince who gains rare insights into love, loss and laughter. Most enjoyed by children ages 5+.

Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotiaguess how Much i love you and i love My little storybook Hop along as Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare take a magical journey through the seasons. Enjoy songs and laughter as Sam McBratney and Anita Jeram’s classics come to life! Most enjoyed by children ages 3–7.

Compagnia TPOKindurThe Adventurous Life of Icelandic SheepCome to the wild and enigmatic Icelandic territory for a fairytale of two adventurous sheep through the cycle of seasons. From glaciers to northern lights, geysers to gigantic waterfalls, every natural element seems animated by mysterious forces. Most enjoyed by children ages 6–10.

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SUN, FEB 3, 3 pm

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Overture Center would like to welcome our Legacy Sponsors:

And thank them for all they do to support Madison’s thriving arts community.

iMpOrtaNt iNFOrMatiON ticKets Flex Subsciptions are on sale now. Single tickets are on sale at the ticket office window starting August 11 at 8 am. After 10 am call 800.309.6995 to charge by phone or visit overturecenter.com to buy online. Wicked goes on sale in the spring of 2013. You can also mail or fax the order form provided in the center of the brochure. Subscriptions, group discounts and gift certificates are available all season long. Our ticket office is located near the main entrance at Fairchild and State streets. Ticket Office Hours: Mon–Fri, 11 am–5:30 pm; Sat, 11 am–2 pm; and additional evening and Sunday hours on performance days. accessibility We respect the dignity and independence of all audience members. Assistive listening systems, house wheelchairs and large print programs are all available. Please make your accommodation requests when ordering your tickets. Check your order form for specific accessibility features. Email [email protected] or call 608.258.4144 for more information. chilDreN aND lap seatiNg Many Overture Center shows are appropriate for kids. Every person entering the theaters must have a ticket, regardless of age. For some performances, $3 lap seats may be available for children 24 months and younger. However, certain events are open only to patrons 6 and older. We rely on parental discretion in managing disruptive children. Please note lap seat requests on your order form. These icons indicate shows that are family-friendly or recommended specifically for kids: w Family-friendly performances: All ages admitted at parents’ discretion. Some of these shows will have $3 lap seats available. ^ Shows designed for youth: Please see page 29 for show descriptions and age recommendations. Some of these shows offer $3 lap seats. cONtact iNFOrMatiON 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703-2214 administration: 608.258.4177 ticket office subscriber line: 608.258.4143 ticket office: 608.258.4141 | ticket office fax: 608.258.4966OVERTURECENTER.COM | [email protected]

FreQueNtly asKeD QuestiONs If I subscribe, can I exchange my tickets if my plans change? In many cases you can swap your ticket for a different date or a different performance. A $2-per-ticket fee and some restrictions apply. Call the ticket office subscriber line for details. How do I get to Overture Center, and where can I park? The main entrance is at the corner of Fairchild and State streets. There’s another entrance on Henry St. at Dayton. Ramp and street parking are avail able nearby. Directions are on our website, or call 608.258.4141. Does Overture Center have a dress code? No. Your comfort and enjoyment of the show are what matters! What if I arrive late? Our ushers may need to wait for a break in the performance before seating you. Can I volunteer at Overture Center? Overture Friends volunteer as ushers, information desk attendants, tour guides and outreach assistants. Call 608.258.4177 or see our website for more information. Do you offer tours of Overture? Yes! Take a guided tour to get a behind-the-scenes look at our venues and backstage areas. For more information check out overturecenter.com.

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YOUR GIFT SUPPORTS 14 different community and education programs. Some serve a few hundred, some tens of thousands. Some help kids learn to become more creative, others offer tickets to people with financial difficulties, others offer local artists top-notch places to perform or display—but they all need your support. Giving is easy—just add $20, $50, $100 or whatever you can afford on the order form!

Visit overturecenter.com/contribute for more information on benefits for donors.

Here at Overture, we believe that everyone—no matter their age, economic status, gender or race—has the right to be amazed. You can play a pivotal role in making arts experiences accessible for hundreds of thousands of people. With your generous contribution, you can help us amaze, en-lighten, enchant, educate…you’d be surprised at what your gift will do. And we make it easy—just add it to your order form!

Overture Center would like to welcome our Legacy Sponsors:

And thank them for all they do to support Madison’s thriving arts community.

iMpOrtaNt iNFOrMatiON ticKets Flex Subsciptions are on sale now. Single tickets are on sale at the ticket office window starting August 11 at 8 am. After 10 am call 800.309.6995 to charge by phone or visit overturecenter.com to buy online. Wicked goes on sale in the spring of 2013. You can also mail or fax the order form provided in the center of the brochure. Subscriptions, group discounts and gift certificates are available all season long. Our ticket office is located near the main entrance at Fairchild and State streets. Ticket Office Hours: Mon–Fri, 11 am–5:30 pm; Sat, 11 am–2 pm; and additional evening and Sunday hours on performance days. accessibility We respect the dignity and independence of all audience members. Assistive listening systems, house wheelchairs and large print programs are all available. Please make your accommodation requests when ordering your tickets. Check your order form for specific accessibility features. Email [email protected] or call 608.258.4144 for more information. chilDreN aND lap seatiNg Many Overture Center shows are appropriate for kids. Every person entering the theaters must have a ticket, regardless of age. For some performances, $3 lap seats may be available for children 24 months and younger. However, certain events are open only to patrons 6 and older. We rely on parental discretion in managing disruptive children. Please note lap seat requests on your order form. These icons indicate shows that are family-friendly or recommended specifically for kids: w Family-friendly performances: All ages admitted at parents’ discretion. Some of these shows will have $3 lap seats available. ^ Shows designed for youth: Please see page 29 for show descriptions and age recommendations. Some of these shows offer $3 lap seats. cONtact iNFOrMatiON 201 State Street, Madison, WI 53703-2214 administration: 608.258.4177 ticket office subscriber line: 608.258.4143 ticket office: 608.258.4141 | ticket office fax: 608.258.4966OVERTURECENTER.COM | [email protected]

FreQueNtly asKeD QuestiONs If I subscribe, can I exchange my tickets if my plans change? In many cases you can swap your ticket for a different date or a different performance. A $2-per-ticket fee and some restrictions apply. Call the ticket office subscriber line for details. How do I get to Overture Center, and where can I park? The main entrance is at the corner of Fairchild and State streets. There’s another entrance on Henry St. at Dayton. Ramp and street parking are avail able nearby. Directions are on our website, or call 608.258.4141. Does Overture Center have a dress code? No. Your comfort and enjoyment of the show are what matters! What if I arrive late? Our ushers may need to wait for a break in the performance before seating you. Can I volunteer at Overture Center? Overture Friends volunteer as ushers, information desk attendants, tour guides and outreach assistants. Call 608.258.4177 or see our website for more information. Do you offer tours of Overture? Yes! Take a guided tour to get a behind-the-scenes look at our venues and backstage areas. For more information check out overturecenter.com.

helpamaze

YOUR GIFT SUPPORTS 14 different community and education programs. Some serve a few hundred, some tens of thousands. Some help kids learn to become more creative, others offer tickets to people with financial difficulties, others offer local artists top-notch places to perform or display—but they all need your support. Giving is easy—just add $20, $50, $100 or whatever you can afford on the order form!

Visit overturecenter.com/contribute for more information on benefits for donors.

Here at Overture, we believe that everyone—no matter their age, economic status, gender or race—has the right to be amazed. You can play a pivotal role in making arts experiences accessible for hundreds of thousands of people. With your generous contribution, you can help us amaze, en-lighten, enchant, educate…you’d be surprised at what your gift will do. And we make it easy—just add it to your order form!

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