Productions
About our Productions
Every year, the Theatre program at University of Wisconsin-Platteville presents an ambitious season of up to six productions, ranging from classics to contemporary plays. All productions welcome students from every program and college on campus to take part; participation is not limited to those with a theatre major or minor. Open auditions are conducted for each play. Auditions for the fall season are held in September, auditions for the spring are held in December and auditions for the One Act Festival are in April. The UW-Platteville Theatre program presents material that not only entertains, but also instructs and challenges.
Benefit Wednesdays
Benefit Wednesday previews allow the Theatre program to give back. For one low ticket price of $5 (plus a $2 transaction fee) audiences help the Platteville community by supporting the Platteville Food Pantry and similar organizations. Since 2010, we've raised more than $8,000 for local organizations!
In the past, Pioneer Players has donated to the following local and university organizations: Platteville Senior Center, Platteville EMS, Platteville Fire Department, Family Advocated, Wisconsin Badger Camp, Grant County Humane Society, Pioneer Provisions, and The Alliance.
There are no Benefit Wednesday previews for the musical or the One Act Festival. A percentage of proceeds from those performances, however, goes to community organizations.
Stage Reading Series
Occasionally, Pioneer Players selects an important topic to highlight in its stage reading series. Each performance includes a talkback, encouraging the community to discuss important issues highlighted by the reading. All proceeds benefit a UW-Platteville student organization. in 2010, the Pioneer Players stage reading of The Laramie Project: 10 Years Late raised $1,000 for UW-Platteville's Alliance. In December 2013, UW-Platteville staff and faculty raised $500 for Engineers Without Borders with a special stage reading of A Christmas Carol.
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Mar11
Space/Place: A UW-Platteville Art Faculty Exhibition Reception & Gallery TalkMar 11, 2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Nohr Gallery, Ullsvik Hall , Platteville, WI
Navigate the relationship between the individual and our shared local and regional communities during the reception of the 2026 UW-Platteville Art Faculty Exhibition. This year’s comprehensive exhibit challenged our UW-Platteville art program faculty and staff to reflect on the theme Space/Place. See the unique interpretations on display through the artistic lens of Gregory Nelson, Letha Kelsey, Steve Yunck, Scott Steder, and Kobe Elixson. Join us for a brief gallery talk about this year’s theme by UW-Platteville Professor of Art History, Tyler Ostergaard, Ph.D. at 3:30 p.m.
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Apr08
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeApr 08, 2026 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Six spellers enter, but only one can win The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The group competes in the championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T. Music and lyrics by Tony Award® winner William Finn, and book by Tony Award® winner Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets: $5 general admission (Wednesday only)
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Apr08
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeApr 08, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Six spellers enter, but only one can win The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The group competes in the championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T. Music and lyrics by Tony Award® winner William Finn, and book by Tony Award® winner Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets: $5 general admission (Wednesday only)
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Apr09
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeApr 09, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Six spellers enter, but only one can win The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The group competes in the championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T. Music and lyrics by Tony Award® winner William Finn, and book by Tony Award® winner Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets: $15 for adults $5 for UW-Platteville students and youth under 18
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Apr10
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeApr 10, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Six spellers enter, but only one can win The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The group competes in the championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T. Music and lyrics by Tony Award® winner William Finn, and book by Tony Award® winner Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets: $15 for adults $5 for UW-Platteville students and youth under 18
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Apr11
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeApr 11, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Six spellers enter, but only one can win The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The group competes in the championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T. Music and lyrics by Tony Award® winner William Finn, and book by Tony Award® winner Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets: $15 for adults $5 for UW-Platteville students and youth under 18
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Apr12
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling BeeApr 12, 2026 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Six spellers enter, but only one can win The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee! The group competes in the championship, spelling their way through vexing vocabulary while sharing hilarious and poignant personal stories. A riotous ride, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced and funny D-E-L-I-G-H-T. Music and lyrics by Tony Award® winner William Finn, and book by Tony Award® winner Rachel Sheinkin. Tickets: $15 for adults $5 for UW-Platteville students and youth under 18
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Apr15
Symphonic Wind Ensemble ConcertApr 15, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Come enjoy the delightful mix of traditional and contemporary music provided by the Symphonic Wind Ensemble. The Symphonic Wind Ensemble is the premier wind group of the UW-Platteville music program and consists of the finest wind and percussion players at the university. Tickets: $8 for adults $5 UW-Platteville students free for youth under 18
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Apr21
Trumpet Studio RecitalApr 21, 2026 | 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Join our Trumpet Ensemble for a lively experience! This event is free.
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Apr23
Jazz I and Pioneer Jazz Orchestra ConcertApr 23, 2026 | 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Richard & Helen Brodbeck Concert Hall, Center for the Arts , Platteville, WI 53818
Jazz I is the flagship ensemble for the UW-Platteville jazz department. The group has been in existence since 1965. The Pioneer Jazz Orchestra presents its studies in jazz improvisation and styles. Tickets: $8 for adults $5 UW-Platteville students free for youth under 18