Forward Theater Company

A Case for the Existence of God

by Samuel D. Hunter

Purple banner reads: "A Case for the Existence of God." in bold purple text. A yellow post-it note reading "By Samuel D. Hunter" hangs in the top right corner, below is the head of a light brown teddy bear poking out from the bottom of the banner.

Thursday, March 27 - Sunday, April 13

The Playhouse

Age Recommendation

16 and up

Wisconsin Premiere. Directed by Jen Uphoff Gray.

A masterful story that argues for hope. 

Inside a cubicle in a small office in southern Idaho, two men find themselves bound together as they struggle to balance the confounding terms on a loan. Through the hardships and hilarities of parenthood, economic pressures and personal dreams, their evolving friendship becomes a profound exploration of human connection, faith and the search for meaning in everyday life. 

“A mature, beautiful and overwhelmingly empathetic play that genuinely gives us perspectives we rarely get to see on stage.” — THEATERMANIA.COM  

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Upcoming Theater Events

  • March 21 - March 22

    Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater Tiara’s Hat Parade

    MYArts Starlight Theater

    A heartwarming one-woman show celebrating creativity, resilience and the importance of community. Based on Kelly Starling Lyons' award-winning best-selling children's book, this touching story shows how one small gesture can impact an entire community and that kindness is always in fashion.

    Multiple Showtimes
  • March 28 - March 29

    Educational/Talks, Theater New Works: On Deck

    Playhouse

    Experience "Steady She Goes" and "Dan Seavey: Confessions of a Great Lakes Pirate" as part of the Four Seasons Theatre's production "New Works: On Deck."

    Multiple Showtimes
  • April 4

    Saturday

    2025/26 Season, Music, Overture Presents, Theater An Evening with Audra McDonald

    Overture Hall

    Overture Center is honored to welcome the incomparable Audra McDonald to Madison for an unforgettable evening of music and artistry. The Tony, Grammy and Emmy winner stands alone as one of the most celebrated performers of our time.

    7:30 PM
  • April 9 - April 26

    Forward Theater, Theater Lady Disdain

    Playhouse

    Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” gets a makeover in this fierce and sexy comedy about the hottest books on the market and standing up for those you love—including yourself.

    Multiple Showtimes
  • April 24 - April 26

    Classical Music, Madison Opera, Music, Theater Così fan tutte

    Overture Hall

    Two sisters, two suitors and a drunken wager about the nature of fidelity—what could possibly go wrong? Mozart’s deliciously risqué romantic comedy is full of sublime arias, sparkling ensembles and the complications that ensue when young love and flirtation encounter reality. 

    Multiple Showtimes
  • May 2 - May 17

    Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater Disney’s Newsies The Musical

    MYArts Starlight Theater

    When powerful New York newspaper publishers raise distribution prices at the newsboys' expense, Jack Kelly rallies his ragtag group of “newsies” to fight back. Inspired by true events, this high-energy musical tells the story of young people discovering their voice.

    Multiple Showtimes
  • August 14 - August 22

    Theater Trevor: The Musical

    Playhouse

    Based on the film that inspired the Trevor Project, Trevor: The Musical is a deeply moving and funny story of self-discovery and the power of acceptance is about living your best life with a ton of passion… and a touch of pizzazz. 

    Multiple Showtimes