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Madison’s broader landscape of art, literature, and more.

Madison mayoral candidates survey on the arts

The candidates for mayor of Madison share their positions on arts-related issues ahead of the Feb. 17 primary.

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Podcast: Visiting the new Polka! Press space

The Madison printmaking collective hosts an open house this Sunday afternoon at its new spot on Willy Street.

Wizard World: The “special guest” power rankings

Your cheat sheet to the cookie-cutter con’s offerings, from Bruce Campbell to the goddamn green Power Ranger. 

John Porcellino on The Hospital Suite

The comics artist discusses his latest work and his relocation to the Beloit area.

Of parallel Cosbys

Why are people still buying Bill Cosby tickets?

Permanent Collection: David Becker, “Empty Every Night”

A deeper look at one of the Chazen’s most haunting paintings.

Great Taste’s most ludicrous beer names, 2014 edition

The sublime poetry that is the "Bedwetter Barleywine," and other silly beer names from the festival.

Preview gallery/interview: “Twenty-Three Sisters” at Gallery 1308

Artist Katie Garth discusses the collaborative show she curated at Union South's Gallery 1308.

My hatred of the pedal pub is deep and true

The pedal pub is a sign of a depressing, tacky cultural erosion in Madison. 
 

Shrekfest “sponsors” disavow any knowledge of Shrekfest

"We don’t know if this event is made up or not, but we are NOT a sponsor."