We are a non-equity, black box theater located in Madison, Wisconsin. We foster artistic freedom, growth, and expression through non-traditional experimental and/or original artistic forms.
Throughout July: Member Whimsy
We asked our members what they would do with the theater space, if they could use it how they wanted. And they answered!
Through the month of July we’ll be introducing programming facilitated by Broom Street members and frequent collaborators. Ranging from acting workshops, experimental music, and sketch comedy, our month of Member Whimsy is a smorgasbord of delight and inspiration fueled by the many artists living in our midst.
Come to as many events as you like. Each night will be different. All events are free. Learn more here.
Upcoming Events
Seeing a Show
Surprise! We are nowhere near Broom Street.
Our address: 1119 Williamson Street, Madison WI.
Tickets
Show up to the theater on the night of a performance and pay-what-you-can, even $0. All walk up tickets (tickets that aren’t pre-purchased) are pay-what-you-can.
If you prefer to pre-purchase tickets online, no problem! We use Eventbrite, and those tickets are a set price.
If our ticketing website says we’re sold out – we still hold about 30 walk-up tickets to ensure we always have pay-what-you-can tickets available. The box office opens 30 minutes before showtime.
Start Time
Shows begin promptly at the advertised start time.
For those of you with Eventbrite tickets, please arrive at the theater by 10 minutes before start time. (Start times can vary.) In the event of a high-demand show, we will start selling your seats to folks waiting in line 5 minutes before show time.
The front door of the building opens onto the stage. We cannot accommodate latecomers.
Accessibility
If you use a wheelchair or mobility device, if possible, please email our board (board@bstonline.org) prior to attending a show. We gladly adjust our black box theater seating for wheelchairs and mobility devices, and it can be helpful to do that in advance.
Parking and Transit
We do not have a parking lot, and parking in our neighborhood can sometimes be difficult. Please plan accordingly.
There are several bus stops near us. Most of our shows end by 10 PM, so folks can catch those late buses.
Livestream
Each of our shows has a livestream (live transmission over the internet) for one performance, typically in the second week of the run. Tickets for the livestream are donation-based and are purchased through Eventbrite at least one hour before the scheduled performance. If you have questions about the livestream, please email board@bstonline.org.
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Interested in Donating?
Broom Street Theater is a 501(c)3 nonprofit arts organization that has been dedicated to offering accessible theater since 1969. All donations are tax deductible, and your donation goes a long way to helping us produce original and experimental work. For information on other ways to support us, contact us at board@bstonline.org.
Thank you for supporting live, local theater! We hope to see you soon!