# Live Shows in Madison | Performances, Musicals & Acts

- **Subtitle**: Find live performances in Madison — musicals, variety shows, dance and stage acts. Browse upcoming shows by date and venue and book tickets.
- **Category**: Performances
- **Type**: format

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## About

For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in Madison are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in Madison that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the Madison show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Madison

- **Event Name**: UW Homecoming Parade
  - **Description**: Bring your Badger spirit to this time-honored Homecoming tradition!   

With appearances by Bucky Badger, the UW Marching Band, festive floats, and performers galore, the UW Homecoming Parade is a quintessential can't-miss event for the whole family.
The
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/uw-homecoming-parade/200030679475734
  - **Venue**: 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53706
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  - **Categories**: Entertainment, performances, Music
- **Event Name**: Snail Mail with Soccer Mommy at The Sylvee
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Oct 09 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/snail-mail-with-soccer-mommy-at-the-sylvee/2400030216622109
  - **Venue**: The Sylvee
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- **Event Name**: The Princess Bride - An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes at Orpheum Theatre - Madison
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/the-princess-bride-an-inconceivable-evening-with-cary-elwes-at-orpheum-theatre-madison/2400029653105137
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Madison
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Taylor Tomlinson
  - **Description**: "Taylor Tomlinson tickets 🎟️
  
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/taylor-tomlinson/200030569208040
  - **Venue**: Overture Center for the Arts
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- **Event Name**: Mark Normand
  - **Description**: 👉 Tickets https://tinyurl.com/yesadv27

Catch Mark Normand live at Comedy Club on State in Madison on Sun · Oct 11 at 9:30 PM. Known for sharp observations, quick pacing, and constant punchlines, Normand’s set is a great fit for a late-night show where th
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/mark-normand/200030614041946
  - **Venue**: Comedy Club on State, State-Langdon, Madison, WI, USA
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  - **Categories**: comedy
- **Event Name**: The Princess Bride - An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 08 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri Oct 09 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/the-princess-bride-an-inconceivable-evening-with-cary-elwes/2300029637172124
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Madison
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: Afro-Cuban All Stars at Overture Center - Overture Hall
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/afro-cuban-all-stars-at-overture-center-overture-hall/2400029989966959
  - **Venue**: Overture Center - Overture Hall
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- **Event Name**: The Wiz (Touring)
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsThe Wiz (Touring) has 76 upcoming events.Seatmaphttps://content.resale.ticketmaster.com/graphics/TMResale/2/VenueMaps/3472-0-0-1-OvertureCenterOvertureHall75372.png
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 07:30 pm – Sat Oct 10 2026 at 09:30 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/the-wiz-touring/210002141459484
  - **Venue**: Capitol Theater - Overture Center
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  - **Categories**: Arts & Theatre
- **Event Name**: Wheeler Walker Jr.
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 18 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon Oct 19 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/wheeler-walker-jr/2300030226450432
  - **Venue**: The Sylvee - WI
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Brett Goldstein
  - **Date**: Fri Oct 23 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/brett-goldstein/2300030597352334
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Madison
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- **Event Name**: William Shatner Live After a Screening of Star Trek II: Wrath of Khan
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  - **Date**: Tue Oct 27 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed Oct 28 2026 at 09:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/william-shatner-live-after-a-screening-of-star-trek-ii-wrath-of-khan/2300029894678708
  - **Venue**: Orpheum Theatre - Madison
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Our Lady Peace
  - **Date**: Sun Oct 04 2026 at 06:00 pm – Mon Oct 05 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/our-lady-peace/2300030152170440
  - **Venue**: The Sylvee - WI
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  - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: The Wiz
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Mon Oct 05 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sun Oct 11 2026 at 08:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/the-wiz/2300029961799011
  - **Venue**: Overture Hall At Overture Center for the Arts
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  - **Categories**: calendar
- **Event Name**: Wisconsin Badgers Womens Volleyball vs. Indiana Hoosiers Womens Volleyball
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsWisconsin Badgers Womens Volleyball has 17 upcoming events.Indiana Hoosiers Womens Volleyball has 19 upcoming events.
  - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu Oct 01 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/wisconsin-badgers-womens-volleyball-vs-indiana-hoosiers-womens-volleyball/210001670491477
  - **Venue**: UW Field House
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  - **Categories**: Sports
- **Event Name**: Candlelight: Tribute to Michael Jackson
  - **Description**: ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Madison. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Michael Jackson at Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall under the gentl
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 09 2026 at 08:45 pm (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/madison/candlelight-tribute-to-michael-jackson/2700030607372703
  - **Venue**: Monona Terrace - Lecture Hall
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  - **Price**: USD 44 to 62
  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Concerts, Music, performances, Art

## Trending Events in Madison

- **Event Name**: Public Speaking Skills 1-Day Workshop | Madison, WI
  - **Description**: Event DetailsDuration: 1-Day Practical Training (8 Hours)Timing: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (including breaks)Language: EnglishCertificate
  - **Venue**: Madison
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- **Event Name**: Michigan State Spartans at Wisconsin Badgers Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Camp Randall Stadium
🏠 Address: 1440 Monroe St., Madison, WI 53711
🌆 City: Madison
📍 Location: 43.0696, -89.412✨ Discover the extraordinary at Michigan State Spartans at Wisconsin Badgers Football, where magic meets reality in w
  - **Venue**: Camp Randall Stadium
- **Event Name**: Smashing Pumpkins
  - **Venue**: Kohl Center
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- **Event Name**: Michigan Wolverines at Wisconsin Badgers Mens Basketball at Kohl Center
  - **Venue**: Kohl Center
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- **Event Name**: Michigan State Spartans at Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium
  - **Venue**: Camp Randall Stadium
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- **Event Name**: 2026-2027 Wisconsin Badgers Mens Basketball Season Tickets at Kohl Center
  - **Venue**: Kohl Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/447f8050-9f51-11f1-a52b-970a4b5345e7-rimg-w1200-h514-dca80828-gmir.jpg?v=1787530681
- **Event Name**: NHRA Midwest Nationals
  - **Venue**: World Wide Technology Raceway at Gateway
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/ba7a2040-bb11-11f1-b3b2-49ce17995ad7-rimg-w1080-h1080-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1790582027
- **Event Name**: The Smashing Pumpkins: The Rats In A Cage Tour
  - **Description**: Artist: The Smashing Pumpkins


Venue: Kohl Center, Madison, Wisconsin

Tour: The Rats In A Cage Tour

Date: Sunday, October 11, 2026

Time: 8:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Madison, Wisconsin
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- **Event Name**: UW Homecoming Parade
  - **Description**: Bring your Badger spirit to this time-honored Homecoming tradition!   

With appearances by Bucky Badger, the UW Marching Band, festive floats, and performers galore, the UW Homecoming Parade is a quintessential can't-miss event for the whole family.
The
  - **Venue**: 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53706
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Madison?
  - **A:** UW Homecoming Parade (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53706), Snail Mail with Soccer Mommy at The Sylvee (Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Sylvee), The Princess Bride - An Inconceivable Evening with Cary Elwes at Orpheum Theatre - Madison (Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm at Orpheum Theatre - Madison), Taylor Tomlinson (Sat Oct 10 2026 at 07:00 pm at Overture Center for the Arts), Mark Normand (Fri Oct 09 2026 at 07:00 pm at Comedy Club on State, State-Langdon, Madison, WI, USA).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Madison this weekend October 2–4, 2026?
  - **A:** UW Homecoming Parade (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 06:00 pm at 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53706), Afro-Cuban All Stars at Overture Center - Overture Hall (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:30 pm at Overture Center - Overture Hall), Our Lady Peace (Sun Oct 04 2026 at 06:00 pm at The Sylvee - WI).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Madison?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Madison on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Madison?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Madison?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Madison include 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53706, The Sylvee, Orpheum Theatre - Madison.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Performances events in Madison?
  - **A:** Prices for Performances events in Madison range from USD 44 to USD 62. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Madison?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Madison include The Wisconsin Union, Vivid Events, EvnTix.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Madison?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Madison.

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