TheaterWelcome to Casa Valentina circa 1962. This Catskill Mountain haven houses a colony of cross-dressing straight men escaping the world. StageQ stages this story at the Bartell Theatre. Through August 6, stageq.com
TheaterThe Madison Savoyards bring the work of Gilbert and Sullivan to life once again with "The Gondoliers." The Savoyards have performed comic operas by the famed pair of playwrights since 1963. July 29-August 7, madisonsavoyards.com
ArtCarolyn Jenkinson looks at history of Mexico through the traditional "huipil" garment of Mexico, a woven dress that's evolved over time in her exhibition "Ancient Looms, Modern Thread: Contemporary Handwoven Garments from Oaxaca, Mexico" at Nancy Nicholas Hall. Through August 13, sohe.wisc.edu
ArtFeaturing infrared photographs by Wisconsin artists and a tribute to the father of infrared photography, "Wisconsin Landscapes in Infrared" is the Madison Science Museum's newest exhibit. Through August 13, madisonsciencemuseum.org
ArtLandscapes, pop art and abstracts make up the exhibition "Our Good Earth" at the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art. The form varies, but the subject matter stays the same: the natural world around us. Through August 21, mmoca.org
Art"All-Licensed Fool: Animations by Allison Schulnik and Wong Ping" brings two different projects to MMoCA. Both exploring the monstrousness of the human form within surrealistic worlds, view Schulnik's film "Eager" and Ping's film "An Emo Nose" in the museum's Imprint Gallery. Through August 28, mmoca.org
ArtFemale, trans and non-binary artists share their work with a new exhibition called "Rewoven" at the coworking space 100state. See how these diverse artists share their point of view through visual art. Through September 1, 100state.com
ArtIn "Many Lives to Wonder," two artists use collage to explore their spiritual side. Rhea Ewing and Michael Velliquette display their work at Gallery Marzen. Through September 2, gallerymarzen.com
ArtIn "Claire Stigliani: Half-Sick of Shadows," the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art reveals a new body of work by the Brooklyn-based artist known for infusing her mixed-media drawings with references to fairy tales and pop culture to probe ideas of femininity. Through Sept. 3, mmoca.org
ArtHead to Overture's Gallery III for "Dichotomy of Juxtapositions and Crooked Ruins," an exhibitions by artists Jordan Adams and Justin Bitner. Adams creates representations of transitory spaces. Britner creates reclaimed sculptures using relics of the past. Through September 4, overturecenter.org
ArtRhea Ewing's images of the natural world and Terry Emmrich's relief prints tell a story of uncertainty behind a deceivingly serene landscape at Overture's Gallery I in the exhibition "Against Entropy." Through September 4, overturecenter.org
ArtThe threat of climate change looms in the work of Todd Anderson and Bruce Crownover. In Overture Gallery II's summer exhibition, "The Last Glacier," look at glaciers through woodblock prints, immortalizing the glaciers of Waterton-Glacier International Peace Park that are destined to melt. Through September 4.
TheaterThe African Company stages a play about a play in "Richard III" at the American Players Theatre. The drama comes as a white New York company tries to shut down a troupe of black actors staging Shakespeare's famous tragedy 40 years before the Civil War. Through September 14, americanplayers.org
TheaterClimb on up to the Up-the-Hill Theatre for Arthur Miller's prolific play, "Death of a Salesman" at American Players Theatre. Director Kenneth Albers helms the production of Willy Loman's tragic quest to achieve the American Dream. Through September 16, americanplayers.org
Art"Compassionate Eye: The Art of Frances Myers" at MMoCA's Henry Street Gallery displays printmaking from the long and illustrious career of artist Frances Mayers, a long-time educator at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Through October 2, mmoca.org
TheaterA tale of twins, twisted identities and plenty of puns, William Shakespeare's "The Comedy of Errors" promises laughs sustained through the century at American Players Theatre. Through October 2, americanplayers.org
TheaterAPT also presents Oscar Wilde's "An Ideal Husband," a wit-fueled comedy that skewers London's high society with the absurd cover-up of a politician's scandal. Through October 8, americanplayers.org
TheaterWe've heard the Greek myth of Orpheus trying to resurrect his wife, but what about Eurydice's perspective? American Players Theatre presents Sarah Ruhl's reimagining of the classic myth through the lens of Eurydice. Does she actually want to leave her father in the Underworld? Through October 8, americanplayers.org
ArtThe Sun Prairie Historical Museum reveals their latest exhibit, "Three Sisters: The Art & Artifacts of Ida, Catherine and Georgia O'Keeffe," a look at the famous artist and her lesser-known sisters. Through October 31, cityofsunprairie.com
ArtTake the small ones to a teeny-tiny exhibit. The Madison Children's Museum explores the little things in life with the "Get Small: Miniatures, Dolls and Houses." Through January 31, madisonchildrensmuseum.org
ArtThe Wisconsin Veterans Museum unveiled their latest exhibition, "The Art of Persuasion: Mobilizing the Masses in World War I." Learn about the deep influence of propaganda at this free exhibition at the Mifflin Street museum. Through March 2017, wivetsmuseum.com
ArtArtist Katherine Kuehn explores poetry and historic correspondences through embroidery in "Close Reading." Through linen napkins, ribbon on spindles and a thirty-foot scroll, needle and thread rediscover the meaning behind these written words. August 19 through October 16, chazen.wisc.edu
Theater"Excalibur! The Story of King Arthur and the Sword in the Stone" retells the legendary story behind the magic sword of myth. First Act Children's Theatre performs the kid-friendly play at the Oakwood Village-University Woods Center for Arts and Education. August 5, firstactchildrenstheatre.com
TheatreFour Seasons Theatre brings "Spamalot" to the UW Memorial Union. Inspired by "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," the irreverent musical comedy spoofs Arthurian legend. August 5-7, fourseasonstheatre.com
TheaterThe story of one king's descent into madness spells tragedy for his daughters. Catch the retelling of William Shakespeare's "King Lear" at American Players Theatre. August 5-September 30, americanplayers.org
TheaterSamuel Beckett's one-act play, "Endgame," gets the American Players Theatre treatment. The absurd story by this influential playwright tells a peculiar tale about life, death and endless cycles. August 6-October 16, americanplayers.org
MusicHillbilly-hot jazz-blues band Devil in a Woodpile brings their unique sound to the UW Memorial Union Terrace for a swinging lakeside concert. August 4, union.wisc.edu
Music FestivalThe Marquette Neighborhood Association's fundraising concert series, the Central Park Sessions, holds the "Small World Session" in Central Park on August 4. This installment welcomes a diverse lineup of artists to raise funds for the Literacy Network. Check out Flamenco group Ameranouche, New Orleans Jazz octet Sasha Masakowski and eclectic Ukrainian group Dakha Brakha. August 4, facebook.com/cpsessions
Music FestivalThe Sugar Maple Traditional Music Festival holds two days of outdoor music and kids' entertainment at Lake Farm County Fair. Don't miss Mal-O-Dua, Art Stevenson, High Water, Jay Farrar and Aoife O'Donovan on the main stage. August 5-6, sugarmaplefest.org
MusicWith two decades of experience under his belt, San Francisco musician Sean Hayes brings his seasoned talents to the Frequency for a soulful folk set. August 5,madisonfrequency.com
MusicAcoustic sound artist Tatsuya Nakatani, originally from Osaka, Japan, shares his talents for percussion at the Arts and Literature Laboratory, using gongs, drums, bowls, bells and bows to build soundscapes all his own. August 5, allgallery.org
MusicThe Isthmus Vocal Ensemble performs at UW-Madison's Mills Hall. Works by Johannes Brahms and Andrew Rindfleisch will be heard. August 5 & 7, isthmusvocalensemble.org
MusicLegendary heavy metal band Def Leppard comes to the Alliant Energy Center for an unforgettable anniversary show. August 6, frankproductions.com
MusicSunday Afternoon Live at the Chazen brings Lake Cottage Duo to the art museum for an intimate concert. August 7, chazen.wisc.edu
MusicThe Willy Street Chamber Players plays fun and whimsical chamber music at Allen Centennial Gardens as part of their Summer Sundays Concerts in the Garden. August 7, allencentennialgarden.org
MusicLive on King Street bring bluegrass band Horseshoes and Hand Grenades to the King Street corner of the Capitol Square. The Wisconsin band is joined by openers Hackensaw Boys and Cornmeal. August 8, liveonkingstreet.com
TheaterStroll through Olbrich Gardens while listening to the sounds of Fresco Opera Theatre. Wander through the botanical gardens to hear different opera performances staged in locations throughout the beautiful green landscape. August 9, olbrich.org
MusicThe "Irish Eyes" installment of the Central Park Sessions welcomes The Kissers, The Nuala Kennedy Band and Dervish for a night of rousing music from across the pond. August 11, facebook.com/cpsessions
MusicRoots band Los Colognes hails from Nashville and plays at the East Side Club for this Sunset Music Series. Catch their bluesy brand of music lakeside. August 11,capitolviewpresents.com
MusicJive along with award-winning local blues band The Jimmys at the Memorial Union's Terrace for a sunset show. August 13, union.wisc.edu
FestivalHead over to Central Park to celebrate the 18thh annual Africa Fest in Madison. This year's theme is "Building and Bridging Communities." Explore the food, music, dance and cultural heritage of Africa. The headlining band is Ricardo Lemvo and Makina Loca from Congo, who bring a rhythmic, percussive set to the main stage. August 13, africanassociationofmadison.com
MusicJapanese avant-garde metal band, Boris, comes to the Majestic Theatre to perform their influential 2006 album, "Pink." August 16, majesticmadison.com
MusicInfluential, epic and unforgettable rock'n'roll band Chicago plays at Overture Center. August 16, overturecenter.org
MusicThe Terrace After Dark music series brings jazz ensemble the Ben Ferris Quintet to the UW Memorial Union to perform original compositions at Madison's favorite summer spot. August 19, union.wisc.edu
MusicAn alt-rock staple from Chicago, Wilco comes to Madison to perform an outdoor show at Breese Stevens Field with opener Kurt Vile and the Violators. August 19, breesestevensfield.com
Music"Weird Al" Yankovic, the master of pop song parody, stops at Overture on his "Mandatory World Tour." Expect a high-energy performance of fun, puns and plenty of dancing. August 21, overturecenter.com
MusicThe Mad Gael Music Festival, Madison's own Irish festival, brings the traditions of Ireland and Scotland to Breese Stevens Field. This packed two-day lineup of music includes Madison's own Tairis, The Currah Trio and The Kissers along with Ireland's The Kilkennys and We Banjo 3. Gaelic Storm headlines. August 26-27, madgaelmusicfest.com
Source: A&E Guide: 44 Events to attend in August
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