Wisconsin Union Theater

Madison Jazz Fest fans, get ready for an unforgettable night of music with 15-time “Trombonist of the Year,” Wycliffe Gordon!

A veteran of the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and the mind behind NPR’s "All Things Considered" theme song, this legendary virtuoso is world-renowned for his plunger-mute mastery.

Don't miss the chance to see his talent on full display starting at 7 PM on Saturday, June 27, on the Memorial Union Terrace! The event is FREE and open to the public as part of the 2026 Madison Jazz Festival: https://bit.ly/4awvkAr

Want to discover the sounds of the 2026-2027 Season? Our new Spotify playlists feature artists from this season's Classical Series, Jazz Series, and Black Box Sessions, giving you a chance to preview the season before you join us in person. Search 'Wisconsin Union Theater' on Spotify or visit bit.ly/4vvnZJK to start listening. 🎧

🎟️ Single tickets are on sale NOW for the 2026-2027 Season! 🎟️

Experience What's Next Now with over 20 performances spanning classical, jazz, neo-soul, theater, dance, and more! 🔗 Purchase your tickets today at bit.ly/3whsQ2q

🎭 Our 2026–27 Season special events showcase the breadth of live performance today, spanning theater, international music, holiday performances, and much more! Mix and match your favorites in a Build-Your-Own Subscription!

Bundle 3-5 performances to save 15%, and bundle 6 or more performances to save 20% off single ticket prices!

📅 Mark your calendars:
Sep 17 | Angélique Kidjo
Oct 8, 9, 10 | THE POISONER: A play by M. M. Haney
Oct 16 | Raveena
Oct 23 | Manual Cinema's "Frankenstein"
Dec 5 | A Guaraldi Holiday
Feb 21 | Selected Shorts
Apr 8 | The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain
Apr 16 | Pilobolus: Trips
AND MORE...

Explore the full lineup and subscribe today at bit.ly/3whsQ2q

Single tickets are on sale starting June 1.

🎻 From celebrated chamber ensembles to visionary contemporary performers, the 2026–27 Classical Series features artists shaping what’s next in classical music.

📅 Mark your calendars:
Sep 16 | Cantus & Imani Winds
Nov 20 | Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chamber Ensemble
Dec 4 | Canadian Brass
Jan 27 | Bang on a Can All-Stars: 90/90
Feb 12 | Orpheus Chamber Orchestra with Isata Kanneh-Mason, piano
Apr 10 | Yuja Wang, piano

Save 20% with a Classical Series Subscription, or add any combination of classical concerts to a Build-Your-Own Subscription to save 15-20%! Explore the full lineup and subscribe today at bit.ly/4tQys0W

Single tickets are on sale starting June 1.

🎺 Jazz is constantly evolving, and the 2026–27 Jazz Series captures that spirit with internationally celebrated artists pushing the genre in bold new directions.

📅 Mark your calendars:
Sep 10 | Linda May Han Oh
Oct 1 | Michael Mayo
Nov 21 | Terri Lyne Carrington + Social Science
Mar 4 | Zohar & Adam
Apr 1 | ARTEMIS
May 1 | Joshua Redman Quartet

Save 20% with a Jazz Series Subscription, or add any combination of jazz performances to a Build-Your-Own Subscription to save 15-20%! Explore the full lineup and subscribe today at https://bit.ly/3yHCvnv

Single tickets are on sale starting June 1.

Jazz up your summer at the Terrace! 🎶 Madison Jazz Festival returns to The Wisconsin Union Terrace on June 26-27, featuring two jam-packed days of FREE programming from local favorites and artists from across the country. Enjoy headliners Nate Smith on Friday, June 26, and Wycliffe Gordon on Saturday, June 27, for the finale of Madison Jazz Festival.

☀️ We look forward to seeing you on the Terrace! Learn more at bit.ly/4dVpPvM

Black Box Sessions are back! This season, turn down the volume and turn up the message with artists who blend R&B, soul, hip-hop, jazz, and more. 🎟️ Save 15% off single ticket prices when you add all three shows to a Build-Your-Own Subscription at bit.ly/4oocTTY

🎶 The lineup:
Friday, September 18 | anaiis
Thursday, October 15 | bLAck pARty
Friday, February 19 | Isaia Huron

Single tickets available starting June 1.

A message every generation will understand: Subscriptions are on sale now for the 2026–27 Season! 🎉

Choose from Classical Series, Jazz Series, and Build-Your-Own subscriptions at: https://bit.ly/4u9zYfL