Four Seasons Theatre
New Works: On Deck
Saturday, March 28 - Sunday, March 29, 2026
The Playhouse
$20 - $25
Ticket prices reflect sales tax, facility and phone/online fees
Age Recommendation
6 and up
Steady She Goes
Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 2pm
Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2pm
Welcome to the Golden Age of Sail in this world premiere reading filled with sea shanties, danger and, ultimately, triumph. “Steady She Goes” is the unbelievably true tale of gale force winds around Cape Horn, an ailing captain, a mutinous mate and Mary Ann Brown Patten, the woman who made history trying to save them all. Four Seasons Theatre is partnering with Playwright Erica Berman and Music Director Scott McKenna Campbell to develop this new musical play and present a reading with a talented cast of local actors and musicians.
Runtime: 2 hours
Dan Seavey: Confessions of a Great Lakes Pirate
Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 7:30pm
Were there pirates on the Great Lakes? Join actor, musician and tall ships captain Tom Kastle for a look at the life and times of “Roaring” Dan Seavey, the Great Lakes most famous, and infamous, pirate. The performance will be followed by an Audience Talkback.
Runtime: 80 minutes including Audience Talkback
This is a facility rental event presented by an independent organization separate from Overture Center for the Arts.
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Sat, Mar 28, 2026
2:00 PM
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Sat, Mar 28, 2026
7:30 PM
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Sun, Mar 29, 2026
2:00 PM
Upcoming Theater Events
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January 29 - February 15
Cyber Weekend, Forward Theater, Theater Ironbound
Playhouse
An immigrant fighting for a better life learns what’s fleeting and what lasts in this clear-eyed and darkly funny portrait spanning 22 years. “Ironbound” is a meditation on hope, love and staying human.
Multiple Showtimes -
February 7 - February 22
Children's Theater of Madison, Family Friendly, Theater The Hobbit
MYArts Starlight Theater
When homebody Bilbo Baggins is whisked away by a band of dwarves and a very mysterious wizard, he finds himself facing trolls, goblins and a fire-breathing dragon—with only his courage and a bit of luck to guide him!
Multiple Showtimes -
February 13 - February 15
Classical Music, Madison Opera, Music, Theater Everlasting Faint
Capitol Theater
Based on the true story of the 1897 “Greenbrier Ghost,” “Everlasting Faint” is a ghost story, a maternal love story, a true crime drama and an all-American opera. Don’t miss this world premiere by Madison composer Scott Gendel and librettist Sandra Flores-Strand.
Multiple Showtimes -
February 28
Saturday
2025/26 Season, Fringe Festival, Overture Presents, Theater, Variety Dinosaur World Live
Overture Hall
Dare to enter a prehistoric realm where lifelike dinosaurs roar before your eyes. From the mighty T. Rex to the towering Giraffatitan, meet incredible creatures up close in an interactive family show. Don’t miss this thrilling Jurassic adventure live on stage!
3:00 PM -
February 28
Saturday
2025/26 Season, Comedy, Fringe Festival, Overture Presents, Theater, Variety Caitlin Cook - The Writing on the Stall
Promenade Hall
Caitlin Cook's hit bathroom graffiti musical transforms stall scribbles into the lyrics of her original songs and trail markers along her journey in this confessional, immersive and uproarious one-of-a-kind show.
Multiple Showtimes -
February 28
Saturday
2025/26 Season, Comedy, Fringe Festival, Overture Presents, Theater, Variety The Naked Magicians
Capitol Theater
Brace yourself for a magic show like no other! Direct from Las Vegas and London’s West End, Australia’s “The Naked Magicians” deliver world-class illusions and nonstop laughs—while wearing nothing but a top hat and a smile. 18+ only.
7:00 PM