Overture Center for the Arts, Performing arts center in downtown Madison, United States
Overture Center is a performing arts complex in downtown Madison featuring multiple theaters, art galleries, and exhibition spaces. The buildings were designed by César Pelli and contain halls for theater, concerts, dance, and visual art presentations.
The center opened in 1928 as a regional theater and gradually expanded its role over the decades. It developed into one of the major arts destinations in the American Midwest through building additions and program growth.
The center hosts Broadway shows, orchestral concerts, and art exhibitions that bring diverse artistic experiences to local audiences. People come here to experience opera, dance, and contemporary works that shape the cultural life of the community.
The complex is fully wheelchair accessible with specialized seating available in all performance halls for visitors with mobility needs. It's helpful to arrive early to explore the different spaces and locate your specific venue before the performance begins.
The center is home to several resident arts organizations including Madison Symphony Orchestra and Madison Opera. These groups collectively present over 500 performances and events each year within the same complex.
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