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77 Square is the definitive arts, culture and entertainment guide for Madison, Wis., and the surrounding area.
Jane Burns
December 2
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He likes being one of the 'Guys'
Ernie the Moocher may bum his share of bait, beef jerky and beer, but he is not a thief, actor Lee Becker says. Yet Ernie has managed to steal a few scenes of the popular "Guys on Ice" musical, the Milwaukee Repertory Theater production that runs through Dec. 14 at the Mitchell Theater in Vilas Hall. more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 25
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'Over the River' is worth the trip
I haven't forgotten the old chestnuts -- "White Christmas," "A Christmas Carol" and "It's a Wonderful Life" all have their place. But none of them make me laugh and cry and miss my family like Madison Theatre Guild's production of "Over the River," running through Nov. 29 at the Bartell Theatre. By now I watch those annual specials as much out of habit and tradition than real affection. more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 25
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In song and on stage, arts groups celebrate the holidays
For the past few weeks, the malls have been decked floor-to-ceiling with tinsel and wreaths, but the spirit of the season isn't just in the shops: holiday cheer abounds in dance, theater and music. more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 24
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Madison Rep layoffs will nearly cut staff in half
It's a difficult time to be in the arts: Madison Repertory Theatre announced Monday it will begin layoffs. The Rep Board of Directors announced "staffing changes" Monday afternoon in addition to "innovative measures to increase earned and contributed income." Madison Rep plans to produce five plays this year in the Playhouse at Overture Center. more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 22
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Madison Opera presents a modern-looking 'Madama'
Local opera patrons likely will fall into two camps around the Madison Opera production of "Madama Butterfly" playing at Overture Hall this weekend. They'll either love it or hate it, and the deciding factor will be Jun Kaneko's design. more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 19
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'This Is Our Youth' examines dark side of growing up
Local acting student Charlie D. Bauer (friends know the D stands for "Danger") was looking for a way to diversify his theater repertoire. more >>
November 19
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What does it take to make it in the Madison music scene? (with videos)
Tell your parents you want to major in music and the expectation is you'll never work, right? Except when you do, and suddenly everyone is jealous of you because you're living the dream. But what is it really like for everyday working musicians in Madison? more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 17
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Broom Street actor recovering well from opening night heart attack
Local actor Callen Harty gave new meaning to the phrase "the show must go on" when he completed a performance while having a heart attack on Friday. Harty, 51, is the artistic director of Broom Street Theater on Williamson Street. His niece, Lauri Harty, was directing him in "Dancing With My Other" by Kathie Rasmussen. more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 15
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'The Wiz' gets funky at Edgewood
The great stories endure, and Dorothy's perilous journey in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz" is one of them. L. Frank Baum's fantastic trip through Oz inspired "The Wiz," a 1975 musical with an all-black cast. This month, Edgewood College professor Phil Martin mounts his own adaptation in the Regina Theatre at Edgewood. more >>
Lindsay Christians
November 14
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Chamber orchestra will play 'Nutcracker'
Madison Ballet won't have to cast about for musicians after all -- the company announced this morning that the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra will play the six performances of "The Nutcracker," despite an ongoing musicians' strike. more >>