TNW ENSEMBLE THEATER
Established in 1985, TNW Ensemble Theater creates, produces and performs original works, collaborating with artists working in the disciplines of theater, tap dance, visual arts and music; brings the arts to audiences of all ages and backgrounds; encourages participation in the arts through outreach; and enriches the lives of individuals and communities.
Beginning Adult tap classes are on hold until fall.
The Terminated
Laid Off and Ticked Off,
Pink Slipped and Well-Equipped
Friday, April 17-19 and 24-26
TNW Ensemble Theater
1957 Winnebago Street
Madison
They’re from the government. But they’re not here to help. They’re here to get even. They’re a team of fired federal workers assembled to pull off a daring caper in The Terminated, the latest production from TNW Ensemble Theater. Blending comedy, beloved bits from heist films, and political satire, this new play shows what seemingly average people can pull off when it’s time for justice.
The Terminated opens Friday, April 17, with performances Friday and Saturday nights at 7:30 pm and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 4 pm April 17-19 and April 24-26 at TNW Ensemble Theater’s performance space at 1957 Winnebago St. at Schenk’s Corners.
The Terminated is written by Danielle Dresden and directed by Francisco Torres. The cast features Kiki Em, Ethan Richard, Edric Johnson, Peggy Rosin, and Dresden, with Emily Morrison-Weeks as multi-function stage manager.
This production is part of World Premiere Wisconsin, a statewide festival celebrating new plays and musicals running throughout 2026. To learn more, visit www.worldpremierewisconsin.com.
General admission tickets are $25, available through TicketTailor.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7-9 |
PROMENADE HALL AT THE OVERTURE CENTER
The Rhythm Project
Celebrating Ways to Keep the Beat
Southern Spain, Africa, Ireland, and the antebellum American South – what do all these regions have in common?
They’re all places that gave birth to unique forms of percussive dance – dances where the dancers make sounds as well as shapes with their bodies.
See and hear all these forms in action with The Rhythm Project, a new interdisciplinary production featuring Irish dance, body percussion, Flamenco, and rhythm tap – plus live music.
WHAT WE DO
"Don't stop to measure the pain or the pleasure. The fun is just about to begin."
— Neil Allen Peckett
The Neil Allen Peckett Memorial Fund offers individuals financial assistance in pursuing the study of tap dance and/or other educational activities of TNW Ensemble Theater, as well as providing free tickets to performances and other special projects.
OUR PARTNERS THAT MAKE THIS POSSIBLE
