Crucible Madison

Kick off Pride with Cheshire Cat Comedy's hit show featuring a scintillating lineup of q***r stand-up, burlesque, and drag performers as they unite to MAKE AMERICA GAY AGAIN at Crucible Madison on Thursday, June 4.

Hosted by the mega-talented Chicago drag star / stand-up comedian Dirty Chai!

Featuring music, stand-up, and drag by:
Shawn Banks
The Queeny Bitch
Ariel Julie
Adam's Apple
ARJ
Gwyn
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Thursday, June 4, 2026
Doors open at 6:30PM, show starts at 7:00PM

Crucible
3116 Commercial Avenue
Madison, WI 53713
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Tickets are $20 ADV / $22 DOS. It is recommended to buy tickets in advance in order to guarantee seating and receive weather-related event notices, cancellation alerts, and other updates.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-america-gay-again-a-comedy-show-tickets-1987354387471

SPECIAL DISCOUNT FOR STUDENTS: $10 cash cover with a student ID!

RSVP on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/events/826399743237539
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Recommended for ages 18+. Per venue rules, attendees under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Lineup subject to change.

Bringing cash to tip your drag performers is highly encouraged.

Seating is first come, first served, so we suggest arriving at the venue when doors open 30 minutes prior to showtime to have your pick of seats.

We do not offer refunds, but if you purchase a ticket and are unable to attend, please contact Cheshire Cat Comedy at [email protected] to redeem for free admission to a future show of your choice.

😈 HAPPY PRIDE 😈

THIS WEEK AT CRUCIBLE...

Let's kick off pride season with reign!!!!

Fitting the Crowns is a variety show featuring reigning titleholders around Wisconsin. It's a group coronation. From DRAG to BURLESQUE to CLOWNING, this show is a jam-packed experience filled mind-boggling talent. Immediately following the show, the reigning kings and queens will do a live question and answer from the audience.

For ages 21+

Admission - $15 (or $5 entry for reigning titleholders)

Door - 6:00pm
Show - 7:00pm

Come out and kick off pride with the reigning kings and queens of Wisconsin!

Fasten your seat belts and get ready to be taken right into the heart of Vegas. Join O.P.E.N Love Madison for an unforgettable evening!

TICKETS:
https://VegasProm.eventbrite.com

The Goo news (good news that is) is here.
We have FINALLY revealed the Details involving our
6th Anniversary show Friday May 29th @ Crucible Madison.

We got 6 killer Midwest Metal bands lined up. Doors Will be 6pm and First band hits the stage around 6:30.

Karma Bloody Karma
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090268816578

Edna
https://www.facebook.com/ednametal

Voidgazer
https://www.facebook.com/voidgazerband

Thundergoat
https://www.facebook.com/thundergoattheband

The Faith Hills Have Eyes
https://www.facebook.com/thefaithhillshaveeyesarerad

Hamarr
https://www.instagram.com/hamarr317/

$22 Day of Show
18+ show (but can attend with parent or legal Guardian).

EBM Worldwide and Crucible present:
Insidious: The The Hell Fire Ball

May 28, 2026
$5 cover, 21+, 9 PM doors

Welcome to a mid-week dance party that feels like a weekend!

Get your finest outfits out and come to the ball! Join us for a night of Hard Dance, Psytrance, Techno, Industrial music and more! The beats are guaranteed to keep you dancing!

Featuring live DJ set by Acideon.

You can find previous Insidious sets posted on Acideon's SoundCloud page at www.soundcloud.com/acideon

Insidious takes place every fourth Thursday of every month at The Crucible. Featuring live dance performances, custom light show and visuals!

The next Brand Spankin’ Newbie Night is May 28th! We have a full cast of brand new performers trying out burlesque for either the first time, or with only a couple performances under their belt. Presented by Cherry Popper (yes, cherries will be popped). Come show these performers some love and support!

And we have an Emcee who is very familiar with the stage, but has never Emceed before - the talented and stunning Adam’s Apple! And on their Mother Truckin’ Birthday! We’ll pop that cherry as well.

May 28th
7pm Show, 6:30pm Doors
$10 + $$$ for Tips
At Crucible: 3116 Commercial Ave, Madison, WI
21+

These amateur stages are where many of the Madison and nearby area performers got their start. Each individual brings a completely unique piece of art to the stage, and this safe and approachable space will let that creativity grow. And if you are a producer out there, here is where you may find your next cast.

Brand Spankin’ Newbies is a quarterly show. The next one is September 24th - if you’ve ever wanted to try out burlesque, this is your chance!