Travel Adventure Film Series Brings the World to Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Union Theater celebrates the 57th anniversary of its Travel Adventure Film Series this year with films that bring Taiwan, France and Italy to Wisconsin. This series features three movies created by filmmakers traveling abroad. The films showcase not only the filmmakers’ incredible experiences, but also provide insight into different cultures and places. This season’s lineup includes “ the Treasure of Taiwan with Buddy...
Get Artsy on the Terrace – Member-only Opportunity
Making art can be difficult–it takes time, money and effort. But have no fear! The Union makes it easier than ever to get crafty and create something great this summer. Art Tapas on the Terrace, an upcoming series of member-only art courses offered by Wheelhouse Studios, will consist of four unique and affordable classes throughout the month of August. Each class will take place on the Terrace at sunset, and participants will do...
Memorial Union’s Class of 1925 Gallery Showcases a Unique Exhibit
The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Committee collaborated with UW-Madison students and Wisconsin Union members and guests to create the recent exhibit featured in the Class of 1925 Gallery. WUD Art is a student-run committee that programs shows in the Union’s two galleries: the Class of 1925 Gallery in Memorial Union and Gallery 1308 in Union South. The committee manages artist selections and installations as well as marketing...
WUD Film Features Family-Friendly Movies on the Memorial Union Terrace
For all of our movie-loving members and guests, the Wisconsin Union now offers a second film series on the Memorial Union Terrace! The Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Film’s Lakeside Family Cinema features a variety of fun, family-friendly movies, which WUD Film shows on select Sundays at 8:30 p.m. The Lakeside Family Cinema films include “The Muppet Movie,” “Pokémon the Movie 2000,” “The Iron Giant” and “Zootopia.” Our guests can...
A Backstage Pass to WUD Music
A lot of elements must come together to make a concert great: an exciting band, an energetic crowd, a cool venue, a good sound system. However, you might have never considered the work it takes behind the scenes to put on a successful show and make sure everything runs smoothly throughout the night. The student-run Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music Committee, made up of about 40 members, books and plans acts that perform at der...
Terrace After Dark Offers Something for Everyone
If variety is the spice of life, then this Terrace season is looking to be a flavorful summer of entertainment. Terrace After Dark, a summer-long program of free films and live music on the Terrace at night, is brought to you by the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Music and Film Committees. Everyone is sure to get a taste of something they enjoy, with music genres ranging from jazz to bluegrass to rap. Films include both beloved...