Press Releases

Press Releases


December 11, 2023 -Grand Theater recognized again as top theatre venue worldwide

The Grand Theater caps off the year with a spot in the 2023 Top 200 Venues Worldwide as compiled by Pollstar. Read Full Press Release.

September 11, 2023 – More people now eligible for day-of-show rush tickets at The Grand!

Beginning with the 2023/24 Season of shows, the Grand Theater has expanded rush tickets to educators, first responders, and SNAP card-holders, in addition to students and military personnel who have long qualified for these steeply discounted tickets available at the door one hour before showtime. Read Full Press Release.

June 5, 2023 – The Grand announces its 2023/24 Season!

The Grand Theater is proud to announce that its 2023/24 Season features the biggest lineup of shows in over a decade, and an exceptionally exciting series of Broadway musicals. Read Full Press Release.

May 26, 2023 – Local high school performers recognized with Jerry Awards.

Local high school theater departments and performers were recognized for their talents when Madison’s Overture Center announced this year’s Jerry Award recipients on May 11. Read Full Press Release.

April 10, 2023 – Ruben Studdard and Clay Aiken perform in Wausau just days before appearing on the American Idol season finale.

They were the superstar finalists of the TV phenomenon American Idol in 2003, launching them both into successful singing careers. Read Full Press Release.

February 23, 2023 – Cheap Trick performing live at The Grand

Cheap Trick is an indisputable American institution, beloved around the globe since 1974 for their instantly identifiable, hugely influential, brand of pop rock ‘n’ roll. Read Full Press Release.

December 13, 2022 – Grand Theater recognized again as top theatre venue worldwide.

The Grand Theater caps off the year with a spot in the 2022 Top 200 Theatre Venues Worldwide as compiled by Pollstar. Read Full Press Release.

September 28, 2022 – Grand Theater adopts new security screening system beginning October 3

Keeping patrons, staff and artists safe while ensuring excellent experiences is our priority. Beginning October 3 with the sold-out Tom Segura show, The Grand is implementing a new security screening system that patrons will pass through upon entering. Read Full Press Release.

August 22, 2022 – The Grand Theater announces Community Engagement events for fall 2022.

The Grand Theater announces the return of its Bridge Clinic Community Engagement Series, highlighting four free community arts events to take place this fall. Read Full Press Release.

July 8, 2022 – All Grand Theater shows in 2022/23 season on sale individually July 12

Tickets for individual shows in the Grand Theater’s 2022/23 season go on sale Tuesday, July 12 at 9:00 am. Read Full Press Release.

July 5, 2022 – The Book of Mormon tickets on sale Friday, July 8!

The producers of the national tour of THE BOOK OF MORMON, winner of nine Tony Awards® including Best Musical, and the Grand Theater announced today that single tickets for THE BOOK OF MORMON will go on sale Friday, July 8 at 9:00 am. Read Full Press Release.

June 6, 2022 – The Grand announces its 2022/23 Season!

After a successful reopening of the historic theater after an 18-month closure, continued recognition as one of Pollstar’s Top 150 Theatres in the World, and performances from incredible artists across genres, The Grand Theater is proud to announce its 2022/23 Season. Read Full Press Release.

March 21, 2022 – Actor/Comedian Tom Segura’s “I’m Coming Everywhere” world tour is coming to Wausau!

Tom Segura announced the third leg of his “I’M COMING EVERYWHERE – WORLD TOUR.” The comedian podcast host will be at the Grand Theater in Wausau on Monday, October 3 at 7:00 pm. Read Full Press Release.

March 18, 2022 – The Grand Theater Announces the Lift Every Voice Series

The Grand Theater is excited to announce the first two shows in its newest series, the Lift Every Voice Series. The series will celebrate the diversity of the community by showcasing artists from a variety of backgrounds who share their unique experiences through their art. Read Full Press Release.

February 17, 2022 – The Grand Theater lifts its COVID-19 vaccination or negative test general requirement for entry. UPDATE: Mask requirement also lifted on March 15, 2022 (no press release)

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December 13, 2021 – The Grand Theater Recognized Again As A Top Theatre Venue Worldwide! 

After reopening in August, The Grand Theater in Wausau caps off the year with a spot in the 2021 Top 200 Theatre Venues Worldwide as compiled by Pollstar. Read Full Press Release.

June 21, 2021 – The Grand Theater Reaches Fundraising Goal, Recognizes Supporters on Marquee.

The Grand Theater is thrilled to announce that thanks to the support and generosity of the Wausau community, it has reached and exceeded the $600,000 funding goal set for the Ghost Light Fund. Read Full Press Release.

May 24, 2021 – The Grand’s 2021/22 Season Announced!

After more than a year with empty theater seats, live performances are returning to The Grand Theater! Read Full Press Release.

February 8, 2021 – The Grand Theater Launches New “Streaming For All” Series

The Grand Theater announced a new series of interactive virtual performances, Hadley Family Trust Presents the Streaming For All Series, which kicks off on Friday, February 19. Read Full Press Release.

January 5, 2021 – The Grand Theater and the Central Wisconsin Jerry Ensemble Present The Best of Broadway

The Grand Theater announced a new virtual series today, which features local high school students performing classic songs from throughout Broadway history. Read Full Press Release.

January 4, 2021 – The Grand Theater Provides Access to Free Virtual Educational Performances

The Grand Theater announced five new virtual offerings in the Aspirus Arts In Education Series for students to enjoy from their homes and classrooms. Read Full Press Release.

September 30, 2020 – The Grand Theater Kicks Off Its “Virtual Stage”

The Grand Theater’s newest series, Ruder Ware Presents The Grand’s Virtual Stage, kicks off on Thursday, October 1st with a virtual performance from The Hit Men. Read Full Press Release.

September 1, 2020 – The Grand Theater signals “red alert” for live music, theatre, and events

The Grand Theater will be one of 1,500 venues across the country lit up in red on Tuesday evening, with the goal of raising public awareness that the Live Events Industry is on Red Alert for its very survival. Read Full Press Release.

August 6, 2020 – The Grand postpones major fall performances, launches Ghost Light Fund

The Grand Theater announced on Thursday that they will be postponing their 2020-21 Season and all other major events through November, as well as creating The Grand’s Ghost Light Fund. Read Full Press Release.

July 6, 2020 – Tickets to The Grand’s Individual 2020/21 Season Shows On Sale!

Tickets for individual shows on The Grand’s 2020/21 Season go on sale Tuesday, July 7. After 31 sold-out shows last season, you don’t want to miss your chance to experience the best of the performing arts right here in Central Wisconsin. Read Full Press Release.

June 1, 2020 – The Grand’s 2020/21 Season Announced!

After a record-breaking season with 31 sold-out shows, repeat recognition as one of Pollstar’s Top 150 Theatres in the World, and performances from incredible artists across genres, The Grand Theater is proud to announce its 2020/21 Season. Read Full Press Release.

May 27, 2020 – The Grand’s Katy Lang Recognized as Part of IAVM’s 30|Under|30.

– Katy Lang, Director of Education and Community Engagement at The Grand Theater has been selected as part of the 2020 Class of the International Association of Venue Manager’s 30|Under|30. Read Full Press Release.

April 28, 2020 – Grand Theater Announces 2020/21 Aspirus Arts In Education Series!

Through seven entertaining and educational shows, student audiences will learn about physics, history, American Government, and more – all while experiencing the magic of live theater! Read Full Press Release.

December 17, 2019 – Grand Theater Recognized Again As Top Theatre Venue Worldwide!

The Grand Theater has capped off an incredible 2019 with a spot in the 2019 Top 150 Theatre Venues Worldwide. Read Full Press Release.

December 2, 2019 – The OK Factor to Conduct Residency Activities Across Wausau

Minneapolis classical-crossover group The OK Factor will conduct residency activities in numerous schools and community organizations ahead of their holiday performance at The Grand. Read Full Press Release.

November 1, 2019 – The Grand to Partner with the Hadley Family Trust to Expand Access For All Series

The Grand Theater is expanding its Access For All Series, with the help of the Hadley Family Trust. Read Full Press Release.

September 23, 2019 – The Grand Theater Adopts New Security Procedures

The Grand Theater will implement new security procedures for the upcoming season, which will require bag checks for all patrons entering the venue for performances. Read Full Press Release.

September 11, 2019 – The Grand Theater Announces its New Insta-Choir Program

The Grand Theater introduced Wausau’s newest choral group today – The Grand’s Insta-Choir. Read Full Press Release.

July 18, 2019 – Rising Stars 2019 Judges Announced!

Overture Center for the Arts announced today the local judges for Overture’s Rising Stars talent search. Read Full Press Release.

July 9, 2019 – Tickets To The Grand’s 2019/20 Season On Sale!

Tickets for individual shows on The Grand’s 2019-20 Season go on sale Tuesday, July 9. Read Full Press Release.

June 4, 2019 – The Grand’s 2019/20 Season Announced!

After a record-breaking season with 27 sold-out shows, repeat recognition as one of Pollstar’s Top 150 Theatres in the World, and performances from incredible artists across genres, The Grand Theater is proud to announce its 2019/20 Season. Read Full Press Release.

May 30, 2019 – Overture’s Rising Stars Expands to Wausau

The Grand Theater announced that they will be partnering with Overture Center for the Arts in Madison to expand the 2019 Rising Stars talent search to Wausau. Read Full Press Release.

April 26, 2019 – The Grand Announces the 2019-20 Truck Country 10×10 Series

After an incredibly successful season with 7 sold-out shows, The Grand Theater is thrilled to announce the first artists of the 2019-20 Truck Country 10×10 Series. Read Full Press Release.

April 24, 2019 – The Grand Theater Announces 2019-20 Aspirus Arts In Education Series

The eight shows in this year’s Arts In Education Series will transport students to Japan, into outer space, and deep beneath the sea, all without leaving the Theater. Read Full Press Release.

February 8, 2019 – The Grand kicks off their annual fund drive with the help of local businesses

To help celebrate the launch of this year’s fund drive, local businesses are offering specials on select dishes and beverages to benefit The Grand during the month of February. Read Full Press Release.

January 21, 2019 – The Grand and Marathon County Hunger Coalition to Host Healthy Snack Drive

For the second year, The Grand Theater, in partnership with the Marathon County Hunger Coalition, will host the “Raisin Great Kids” Healthy Snack Drive. Read Full Press Release.

December 17, 2018 – Grand Theater Repeats As Top Theatre Venue Worldwide

The Grand Theater has capped off an incredible 2018 with a spot in the 2018 Top 150 Theatre Venues Worldwide as compiled by Pollstar. Read Full Press Release.

October 23, 2018 – The TEN Tenors to Host Master Class at UW-Stevens Point at Wausau

Australian vocal group The TEN Tenors will host a master class with University of Stevens Point music students at the Wausau campus ahead of their performance at The Grand Theater. Read Full Press Release.

October 1, 2018 – The Grand Kicks Off Its 2018-19 Season!

The Grand Theater’s highly-anticipated 2018-19 Season kicks off on Tuesday, October 2 with a sold-out performance of The Illusionists – Live from Broadway! Read Full Press Release.

July 2, 2018 – Tickets to The Grand’s Individual 2018-19 Season Shows On Sale!

Tickets for individual shows on The Grand’s 2018-19 Season go on sale July 10. This annual event is The Grand’s biggest on-sale day of the year! Read Full Press Release.

June 6, 2018 – The Grand’s 2018-2019 Season Announcement!

After a record-breaking season with 18 sold-out shows, The Grand announces their 2018-19 Season! Read Full Press Release.

May 4, 2018 – The Grand and Marathon County Hunger Coalition to Host Healthy Snack Drive

The Grand, in partnership with the Marathon County Hunger Coalition, will host Healthy Snack Drive prior to the performance of Manitowoc Minute’s Charlie Berens. Read Full Press Release.

April 23, 2018 – The Grand Theater Announces 2018-19 Aspirus Arts In Education Series

Exploding science experiments, mischievous farm animals, and rapping arthropods all highlight the 2018-19 Arts In Education Series at The Grand. Read Full Press Release.

March 28, 2018 – Kinky Boots Comes to The Grand Theater

Kinky Boots, the Broadway smash-hit musical is coming to The Grand Theater on May 1st and 2nd. Read Full Press Release.

February 8, 2018 – Ninety years after its opening night, The Grand kicks off their annual fund drive

The Grand Theater kicks off their annual fund drive campaign to help support the performing arts in North Central Wisconsin. Read Full Press Release.

January 5, 2018 – The Grand Theater Announced As Top Theatre Venue Worldwide

The Grand Theater has capped off an incredible 2017 including being ranked 5th in the 2017 Top Theatre Venues Worldwide with capacity under 1,300 as compiled by Pollstar. Read Full Press Release.

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