Capitol Theater — Attraction in Madison

Yesterday was my first visit to the Capital Theatre, and I've lived in Madison and its surrounding areas since 98. The Theatre's interiors were something to behold, just as Overture Hall is; they're part of the same Performing Arts Center... We'd gone to see a silent film from 1920, "Good References", starring Constance Talmadge. I've rarely seen a silent film, save for "Wings", the first film to win a Best Picture Oscar in 1927. Prior to the film, there were 3 acts of a "Vaudeville" nature, and each were thoroughly enjoyable. Am...

Beautiful, classic theatre. Great view from anywhere in the venue. Clear sound system. Variety of shows & acts for people of all ages. Had a fantastic time watching a silent film as part of their Duck Soup Cinema series. Included silent film, 'Her Wild Oat' with non-stop, live musical accompaniment by amazing organist Jelani Eddington and some pre show vaudeville type entertainment as well as the Blue Skies Saxophone Ensemble. Very entertaining and affordable. A great way to spend a Saturday afternoon...

Drove here from Chicago for the stage play The Kernel of Truth, who h was awesome and very insightful as well as entertaining. The play was hosted by Black men's Coalition of Dane county. The theater was historically beautiful, made you feel like you were in the early 1900s or something, roomy and comfortable seats. Drinks could be better for the price though but other than that, great theater and there's a lot to do around the theater, if you want to get a bite to...