Fringe Festival
Baby Wants Candy
Saturday, February 28 - Sunday, March 1, 2026
The Playhouse
$42.01
Runtime
60-75 minutes, no intermission
Age Recommendation
May not be appropriate for young audiences due to content, length or atmosphere.
Join the Beginner Musical Improv Workshop!
Sat, Feb 28 & Sun, Mar 1, 1-3pm
“Don’t miss! Baby Wants Candy is one of those shows all audiences aspire to see more than once!” – Timeout Chicago
They’re back! One of the world’s most acclaimed comedy ensembles, Baby Wants Candy has performed more than 3,000 completely improvised musicals for audiences across Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore and Madison! Each performance is powered by audience suggestions, a full band and the troupe’s lightning-fast wit—creating a rollercoaster of spontaneous songs, intricate dance numbers and side-splitting comedy.
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Sat, Feb 28, 2026
5:00 PM
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Sun, Mar 1, 2026
4:00 PM
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Beginner Musical Improv Workshop
Sat, Feb 28 & Sun, Mar 1, 1-3pm
Overture's Wisconsin Studio
World-renowned musical improvisation ensemble Baby Wants Candy will lead an engaging, interactive workshop designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of musical improvisation.
Tickets available later this year.
Videos
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Highlight Reel
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"Puberty! The Improvised Musical!"
"Critics' pick. Truly amazing."
The New York Times
"★★★★★ “They are an entertainment phenomenon and I am in awe of their talent… I have one word for it. Go!”
The Scotsman
"Baby Wants Candy is the remedy to all those Broadway woes!"
Out Magazine
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