Seven State exhibit opens at Memorial Union
By Brooke Appe One of the most exciting celebrations of regional photography is coming back to the Union for it’s seventh year since 2001. PhotoMidwest, a biennial celebration of the Upper Midwest’s best photography sponsored by the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD) Art Commitee, just opened an exhibit in Memorial Union’s Porter Butts and Class of 1925 Galleries. Although PhotoMidwest features an array of exhibits in...
Blue chairs on the Terrace?
By Sean Drout, Wisconsin Union social media intern Party @ The Terrace was truly a memorable event. As a senior here at UW-Madison, I’ve seen many events at this great venue, but the orange, yellow and green Terrace chairs have always been a constant and comforting symbol of summer’s arrival. Hence the confusion and curiosity when I arrived early Sunday, April 29 to find bright BLUE chairs carefully placed among the traditional...
Student Director Embraces the Absurd at Play Festival
By Zach Thomae Jacob Turner laughs, filming the stage. He’s filming a play. Right now, a woman named Hawkins is the target of a great deal of laughter, because her boss, Burchard, has put laxatives in her drink. She’s upset with him, but in a silly and aloof way, stumbling through a series of sudden, embarrassing exits. Jacob laughs with the audience, perhaps because of how the characters onstage seem to acknowledge how lowbrow and...
Save the date! For a special Union Theater celebration
For 73 years, the Wisconsin Union Theater has been home to thousands of performers, students and guests, and countless memories. As a cherished Union member and friend, we invite you to join us on May 31, 2012 for a festive celebration as we prepare for the historic, two-year renovation of the beloved Union Theater. Here are a few reasons you should plan to attend: Enjoy an evening of great food, drink, and conversation with others...
Rose Bowl game day planned at Union South
You won’t have to cheer on the Badgers alone – Union South is open from 12 noon to 10 p.m. on Monday, January 2 for the Rose Bowl. You can watch the game on The Sett’s 18-foot HD TV, and enjoy $2 brats and free soda refills with a proof of purchase. Kick-off is 4:10pm, but get there early for a slice of pizza from Urban Slice, a cold beverage from The Sett, badger gear from Badger Market and even a game of bowling in The...
Concerts, movies & more on our holiday event calendar!
The holidays can be a busy time of year. But holiday performances, movies and deals can add some holiday cheer. For a full list of Wisconsin Union events, visit the Union website. Created by Emily Connor