Take a Tour
Journey behind the curtains for an inside look at Overture's artistic world!
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Experience the magic behind the scenes at Overture Center for the Arts—one of Madison’s most stunning architectural achievements. Learn about our history, shows and events and visit our beautiful theaters.
Types of Tours
General Group Tour (Free!) – Led by an Overture volunteer. You will learn about the history of our spaces and visit the theaters and backstage (when available). Experience personal stories from our volunteers, some of whom have served Overture for 30-plus years! (60 – 90 minutes)
Free Saturday Tour – Get a quick inside look at some of our spaces, led by an Overture volunteer. (60 minutes) Tours are offered one Saturday each month. Dates are listed below. Free tours will resume in July. No reservation required.
All tours are subject to availability of building spaces and staff schedules.
Scheduling and Booking
General Group Tours must be requested at least three weeks in advance. Reserved tours generally last 60-90 minutes. Tours can begin as early as 11am or as late as 5pm Monday-Friday. Please use the tour submission form for your request. Booking and confirming a tour depends on multiple variables, including space and tour guide availability. Tours cannot be guaranteed for your requested time, but we will try to accommodate you as best possible.
We can accommodate groups up to 60 people with at least one adult chaperone per every six children under the age of 12. Chaperones are responsible for the behavior of their group. Please help enforce the following:
- Stay with your group.
- No running, jumping, pushing or climbing over or resting feet on the theater seats.
- No touching any theatrical or technical equipment, sets or props.
Guidelines for Tours
Tours at Overture involve a lot of walking and time on your feet. Please wear comfortable shoes. For your safety, avoid wearing heels and open-toed sandals/shoes. If accommodations are needed, notify us in advance.
Photos are permitted for most of the tour. Our guides will communicate when you need to put away your camera.
Please plan to leave any backpacks, large bags, food, etc. in coat check before the start of your tour—at no charge.