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Wisconsin Union Theater presents cinematic shadow puppet and music company’s reimagining of ‘Frankenstein’
The worlds of film, music, shadow puppetry and theater combine in Manual Cinema’s performance of “Frankenstein” on Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. in Shannon Hall at Memorial Union, as part of the Wisconsin Union Theater (WUT) 2024-2025 season. The Manual Cinema production combines Mary Shelley’s novel “Frankenstein” with biographical elements from Shelley’s life. The Emmy Award-winning team’s reimagining retains the original novel’s themes of life, love and death. The idea for Manual Cinema’s “Frankenstein” began with ensemble Co-Artistic...
read moreCheck Out the Wisconsin Union’s Coolest Campus Cafés
The University of Wisconsin–Madison can feel overwhelming at times due to the sizable campus and large student population. As a first-year student, I often felt lost among all the confusing buildings, longing for a space to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee in between class. Luckily, I stumbled across the Robin’s Nest in the School of Human Ecology and found a small space of comfort amongst my hectic schedule. The Robin’s Nest was very convenient for that one semester. However, classes changed, and I was left wondering if other pockets of...
read moreIntroducing the Union Flex Dining Plan
Students living outside of residence halls and the people who help students thrive at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, this story is for you. Imagine: you’re a student out of the residence halls for the first time, officially on your own. It’s a busy week at school, and you have plans to meet friends for Open Mic in der Rathskeller and stay out late. But you haven’t had time to plan meals or go grocery shopping, and gone are the days of being able to stop by your residence cafeteria. Enter the Union Flex Dining Plan created by us at the...
read moreArt Outside the Walls – What is the Wisconsin Union Art Collection?
The Wisconsin Union Art Collection, established in the 1920s by the Wisconsin Union founders, is one of the largest art collections in Wisconsin. Today, the collection has grown to more than 2,000 pieces and continues to evolve. The foundation of the Wisconsin Union Art Collection is to “cultivate art and recognize creative endeavors by students.” This entire collection has been selected, managed and created by students’ voices and volition. Therefore, all pieces not only hold great beauty and importance but also have a direct tie to...
read moreBehind the Scenes at the Union: Student Summer Coordinator Tess Voigt
On a busy night at the Memorial Union Terrace, visitors flock from out-of-town, bands perform their crafts, and students and community members enjoy the lively lakeview ambiance. From the lighting to the sound to the food, each part of Memorial Union runs smoothly, creating a seamless dining and entertainment experience for everyone. Behind the scenes, countless staff members work to create experiences for a lifetime, the majority of whom are students. Today, we dive into one student’s involvement in particular: those of Tess Voigt, one...
read moreChilling with the Wisconsin Union
We know the Terrace during the summer can be overwhelming. With the countless activities, events and visitors, on the surface, it seems like there is never a slow moment. However, we promise there are quiet, relaxing times to enjoy our spaces. We looked into traffic information and upcoming events to help you plan your next visit accordingly. Check out what we found below! Early Morning Yoga Whether you’re comfortable on land or in the water, the Terrace and Lake Mendota will help you find your inner zen with early morning Yoga. Check out...
read moreMaking Bluegrass Waves at Lakefront Live: The Material Boys
It’s officially Summer by the Lake at the Terrace, and Outdoor UW and the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music are collaborating to turn the UW Credit Union Terrace Stage towards Lake Mendota for Lakefront Live on July 11. This unique setup promises to be a “holiday” you won’t forget, with music resonating over the water, creating an incredible summer evening. Meet the Band: The Material Boys You may have heard of “Material Girl” performed by Madonna, but let us introduce The Material Boys: guitarist and lead vocalist Alex Hohlstein,...
read moreThe Power of a Wisconsin Union Job
As we all know, the Wisconsin Union is home to a beautiful terrace, a lively theater and delicious food. However, the moving parts of this organization would not be possible without the enthusiastic and committed staff. From service to communications, the Wisconsin Union employs a total of approximately 1,800 students in all areas, offering a foundation of skills that benefit their future endeavors. Today, we dive into two past student employees’ time spent at the Wisconsin Union and how they have benefited from the guidance and...
read moreEmpowering Communities Through Art
(Photo by Jeff Miller/UW-Madison) Open arts studio Wheelhouse Studios may be physically located in Memorial Union, but, through an impressive range of community and campus partnerships, the team is spreading its art-making well beyond Wheelhouse studio walls. From partnerships with local high schools to well-being events with University Health Services (UHS), the Wheelhouse team is using the power of art to strive to improve lives. Read on to learn more about some of our exciting community partnerships Wheelhouse has enjoyed in the past few...
read moreParking and All the Ways to Get to Experiences for a Lifetime
Where should we park? Have you found parking yet? Is there parking available? We know parking questions come up when you visit downtown areas, including downtown Madison where our experiences for a lifetime await you at our buildings Memorial Union, Union South, the Pyle Center and the Fluno Center as well as our markets and cafes in other spaces. That’s why we’ve got you covered with this story. Here is everything you need to know about downtown Madison and UW–Madison campus parking and travel, and we promise, parking and travel to our...
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