Reporter Michele Munz (black tank) in class attended by Janet Jackson and led by Jackson's dancer Guero Charles at Center of Creative Arts in St. Louis. Video by Julia Clements.
Any play at American Players Theatre: Planning a memorable evening? Reserve a seat 'up the hill' at APT’s outdoor theater in Spring Green. This month’s lineup includes 'Much Ado About Nothing,' 'Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom,' and 'Ring Round the Moon.' Tickets start at $63, americanplayers.org.
Olbrich After Hours: Experience the magic of music under the stars at Madison’s botanical gardens. Enjoy a picnic on the green or indulge in treats from food carts every Tuesday through Aug. 13. A $5 suggested donation is encouraged, olbrich.org/calendar/after-hours.
Concerts on the Square: Join over fifty thousand people for a timeless evening of music and community every Wednesday night. Bring your picnic basket and mingle with the crowd around the Capitol. Free admission, wcoconcerts.org/concerts-tickets/concerts-on-the-square.
La Fete de Marquette: Celebrate Bastille Day at McPike Park with French delicacies, music, art, and crafts from July 11-14. Admission is free, fetedemarquette.org.
Art Fair on the Square: Discover incredible artwork from world-class creators, indulge in delicious food, and enjoy live music at Capitol Square on July 13-14. Free admission, mmoca.org/event/art-fair-on-the-square.
Art Fair Off the Square: Explore and purchase works by local talents at Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. and the Monona Terrace esplanade alongside Art Fair on the Square. Join the fun on July 13-14, free admission, artcraftwis.org/art-fair-off-the-square.html.
Concerts on the Rooftop: Dance and mingle with your neighbors under the stars at Monona Terrace every Thursday through July. Enjoy the evening with free admission, but don't forget to secure your ticket from mononaterrace.com/event-group/concerts_on_the_rooftop.
Dane County Fair: Dive into a fun-filled experience with carnival rides, concerts, and more at the Alliant Energy Center from July 18-21. Tickets range from $7 to $12, with discounts available online, danecountyfair.com.
Opera in the Park: Indulge in a magical evening of Broadway tunes and opera arias at Garver Park on July 20. Bring a picnic and enjoy the music under the stars with free admission, madisonopera.org.
Mad Lit: Unite with the community at an outdoor concert series near the Capitol on State Street. The next show is on July 26, featuring a diverse range of performances, ucanmadison.org/madlit.
AtwoodFest: Experience a music extravaganza with multiple stages, bands, food, and drinks in the vibrant Atwood neighborhood on July 27-28. Admission is free, atwoodfest.com.
Disability Pride Festival: Join the celebration at Warner Park with a variety of entertainment and exhibits by artists with disabilities on July 27. Admission is free, disabilitypridemadison.org/festival-2024.