Theater Bus, Inc.

Theater Bus, Inc.
517 N. Segoe Road
Madison, WI 53705

608-257-0003

fax 608-204-0858

Theater Bus is an entertainment/transportation service for persons 55 and over. Reservations for all events are being accepted now at 608-257-0003. Please call immediately as these events fill up fast.

Upcoming Excursions

May 14, 2008 - Hoot'N'Holler/Lunch A great musical revue and off-the-wall comedy at Apple Holler in Sturdevant, WI. Cost of lunch, show and transportation is $67.
May 18, 2008 - Hula Hoop Sha-Boop at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater and Lunch. Spanning 1955 to 1962, this spectacular show is jam-packed with 65 much-loved songs. Prior to the show we will dine at the breathtaking Pieces of Eight overlooking the lake. Cost is $79.
May 21, 2008 - Two Couples Go to Italy/ Lunch A fast and funny play about travel and tourism will be featured at the White Pines Inn Dinner Theater in Oregon, IL. Cost is $50.
June 5, 2008 - Barefoot in the Park/Lunch at the Fireside Theater. The laughs are non-stop in this smash Broadway hit from America's favorite playwright, Neil Simon. Cost is $81.
June 11, 2008 - Legends of Song/ Lunch Mike Williamson and his company of talented entertainers will present songs of the Legends of American Popular Music at the Tebala Dinner Theater in Rockford, IL. Cost is $59.
June 22, 2008 - Brigadoon/Lunch Verona Area Community Theater presents this musical and a pre-show lunch will be served at Gray's Tied House in Verona. Cost is $35.

Past Theater Excursions

April 20, 2008 - Spring Gala and Benefit/Lunch Join us at Blackhawk Country Club for our annual Spring Gala and Benefit. After lunch, Diane Robinson will present a variety show, "Happy Days Are Here Again." Cost is $48.
April 10, 2008 - Musical Memories/Lunch The Broadway Dinner Theater in Wisconsin Dells pays tribute to the memorable talents of songwriters and performers from the Roaring 20s to the Fabulous 50s. Cost is $63.
April 2, 2008 - Anthing Goes/Lunch The Fireside Dinner Theater presents one of the most beloved musical scores by one of America's greatest songwriters, Cole Porter. Cost is $81.
March 16, 2008 - Randy Newman/Brunch Join us in Milwaukee for an award-winning brunch and an afternoon with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, featuring Randy Newman-an American musical legend. A pre-performance champagne brunch will be at Eagan's on Water, a Milwaukee mainstay. Cost is $82.
March 8, 2008 - Enchanted April/Lunch Enchanted April, an uplifting tale of love, hope and rejuvenation, is at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Prior to the performance lunch will be served at Pieces of Eight, a Milwaukee restaurant known for its fine cuisine and spectacular views. Cost is $79.
February 14, 2008 - Best of the Bands and Lunch at the Fireside Theater in Fort Atkinson. Cost is $82.
February 10, 2008 - Fasching and Lunch at Laack's Tavern and Hall in Sheboygan Falls. WI. Cost is $55.
February 6, 2008 - Jazz trumpeter Marcus Belgrave's Octet at the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center in Brookfield after lunch at Weissberber's Gasthaus in Waukesha. Cost is $60.
January 30, 2008 - The show, Chicago, and lunch at the Broadway Theater in Wisconsin Dells. Cost is $60.00.
December 12, 2007 - The spectacular Christmas show and Lunch at the Fireside Theater in Fort Atkinson. Cost is $78.00.
December 9, 2007 - Brunch at the Kil@wat Restaurant in the InterContinental Hotel, followed by the brilliant comic trilogy, The Norman Conquests, at the Milwaukee Repertory Theater. Cost is $80.00.
November 29, 2007 - The spectacular Christmas show and Lunch at the Fireside Theater in Fort Atkinson. Cost is $78.00.
November 18, 2007 - Viennese Brunch at Mader's followed by the Milwaukee Repertory Theater's presentation of Doubt, the winner of the 2005 Pulitzer Prize for Drama. Cost is $80.00.
November 15, 2007 - Lunch and the classic holiday show, White Christmas, at The Armory, Janesville. Cost $80.00.
October 3, 2007 - Noises Off/Lunch Fanny Hill Dinner Theatre, Eau Claire, is the destination for lunch and show. This show has been called the funniest farce ever written.The cost for lunch, transportation and show is $69.
September 16, 2007 - Laughing Stock/ Brunch A champagne breakfast at the Summit Restaurant followed by the Racine Theater Guild's presentation of Laughing Stock. The play is an affectionate look backstage at the magic of theater when a rustic New England summer theater schedules three rotating productions. Package cost is $54.00.
August 30, 2007 - GREASE/Lunch. Wisconsin Dells' Broadway Dinner Theater is presenting this popular show as a new revival of this lively musical opens in New York's Broadway this summer. The cost of lunch, show and transportation is $61.00.
August 23, 2007 - THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE/Lunch. The Fireside In Fort Atkinson will be our destination for their presentation of this 2002 Best Musical of the year. Show, transportation and a special Fireside Luncheon are included for $80.00.
June 28, 2007 - ANNIE, GET YOUR GUN/Dinner The Verona Area Community Theater will present this wonderful American musical by Irving Berlin on Thursday, June 28. We will be served dinner at the Pancake Cafe. Total package cost is $39.00.
June 20, 2007 - THE ODD COUPLE/Lunch - The Fireside in Ft. Atkinson is our destination on Wednesday, June 20, to enjoy Neil Simon's comedy featuring Felix and Oscar. A fabulous Fireside luncheon will be served before the show. Total package cost is $80.00.
May 27, 2007 - CHITA RIVERA/Lunch The Uihlein Theater in Milwaukee will be our destination on Sunday, May 27, to see this legendary star, along with a cast of Broadway singers and dancers perform amazing moments of her theatrical career, A buffet luncheon at the Marcus Center will precede the show, Transportation, show, and meal are included for $70.00.
April 29, 2007 - THEATER BUS PARTY/luncheon Our Spring Gala will be held Sunday, April 29, at Blackhawk Country Club. A quartet from Madison Savoyards will entertain us. Luncheon will include a special cake. Cost: $48.00
April 12, 2007 - FIDDLER ON THE ROOF/LUNCHEON The Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson is our destination for this Tony Award winning musical on Thursday, April 12. The customary Fireside luncheon will be served prior to the show. Total cost is $80.00
March 18, 2007 - THE UNEASY CHAIR/brunch. On Sunday, March 18, we will travel to the Racine Theater Guild's performance of an ambivalent comic relationship between a bachelor and his landlady. Prior to the play a bountiful brunch will be served at the Summit Restaurant in Racine. Total package cost is $51.00.
January 18, 2007 - HOLLYWOOD SINGS/lunch. The Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson is presenting a fabulous live band revue honoring the great movie musicals from Al Jolson to the Beatles. We will travel there on Thursday, January 18. Show, transportation and a special Fireside luncheon are included for $80.00.
October 11, 2006 - Jukebox Gold: The Sharon L. Wilson Center in Brookfield will be our destination on Wednesday, October 11, to listen to music combining jazz and popular music. Lunch will be served at Pier 347 Restaurant, complete with lake view. Cost for the show, lunch and transportation is $49.00.
July 30, 2006 - PATIENCE. The Madison Savoyards will entertain us with their traditional summer performance of music by Gilbert and Sullivan. Join us at Music Hall on the UW campus on Sunday, July 30. Cost for the show and transportation is $24.00.
July 8, 2006 - BELGIANS IN HEAVEN/LUNCH. On Saturday, July 8, the UW Platteville Heartland Festival will present this musical comedy about two farmer brothers in Door County. A catered meal will be served on the campus. Cost for the show, lunch and bus is $42.00.
June 25, 2006 - SYNCOPATION/lunch. On Sunday, June 25 we will travel to the John Michael Kohler Art Center in Sheboygan to see the Milwaukee Renaissance Theater oresent this charming romantic comedy. Lunch will be served at the famous American Club in Kohler. Cost is $64.00.
June 20, 2006 - Musicfest/lunch. Broadway show tunes and Big Band hits will be presented at the Cliffhangers in Rockford on Tuesday, June 20. Lunch and an opportunity to view the antique collection will precede the show. Cost is $60.00
June 3, 2006 - movin: out. Overture Hall will be filled with the music of Grammy winner Billy Joel and the choreography of Twyla Tharp in a story of two turbulent American decades. This will be an afternoon performance on Saturday, June 3. Cost of the show and transportation is $52.00.
May 24, 2006 - EVITA/LUNCH. The Fireside in Ft. Atkinson is presenting Andrew Lloyd Weber's stirring musical about Eva Peron's rise to power in Argentina on Wednesday, May 24. The usual great Fireside luncheon will be served before the show. Cost, including transportation, is $73.00.
May 18, 2006 - TEN CHIMNEYS/LUNCH. We will visit the beautiful historical estate of Alfred Lunt and Lynn Fontanne in Genesee Depot on Thursday, May 18. We will have lunch at Millie's Restaurant and Shopping Village in Delafield. Entire package costs $62.00.
April 30, 2006 - THEATER BUS 30TH ANNIVERSARY BIRTHDAY PARTY. Join our celebration at Blackhawk Country Club on Sunday, April 30. A delicious luncheon will be served. Spend the afternoon being entertained by the State Street Quartet. Cost including transportation is $48.00.
February 19, 2006 - ARSENIC AND OLD LACE. The Verona Area Community Theater will present this classic comedy on Sunday, Februuary 19. The Avanti Restaurant in Verona will welcome us for a noon dinner before the show. The cost is $33.00.
February 1, 2006 - THOSE FABULOUS FIFTIES. The Fireside in Ft. Atkinson presents this musical overview of events and entertainment of this great century on Wednesday, February 1. A wonderful Fireside lunch will precede the show. Inclusive cost is $73.00.
December 15, 2005 - FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS. The Fireside in Ft. Atkinson is our destination on Thursday, December 15 for their new Christmas show and an elegant lunch. Cost, including transportation, is $70.00. Call 257-0003 for reservationd.
December 8, 2005 - CHRISTMAS IN THE COUNTRY. On Thursday, December 8 we will travel to the Grand Geneva Resort in Lake Geneva to see the Christmas show HOORAY FOR HOLIDAYS. We will also enjoy a sumptious lunch, beautiful decorations, a holiday tea and a shirt musicsl performance entitled, SNAP, JINGLE, POP. The all inclusive cost is $70.00. Call 257-0003 for reservations now.
October 26, 2005 - BRIGHTON BEACH MEMOIRS. We will journey to Milwaukee to see this wonderful autobiographical comedy by Neil Simon presented by the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre. A noon luncheon will be served at the Bacchus Restaurant. The all inclusive cost is $65.00.
October 20, 2005 - CASH ON DELIVERY. The Fanny Hill Dinner Theatre in Eau Claire will present this hilarious comedy about trying to dupe the government out of money. A noon meal will be served and the trip will also include two stops for a light refreshment break. Cost of this trip is $63.00.
September 25, 2005 - THE AFFECTIONS OF MAY. This romantic comedy will be presented by the Racine Theater Guild. A delicious buffet brunch will precede the show at the Summit Restaurant in Racine. Transportation is also included in the price of $48.00.
September 20, 2005 - MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR. The American Players Theatre in Spring Green will present Shakespeare's hilarious comedy at a morning performance. Lunch at the House on the Rock Resort will follow. The show, meal and transportation are included in the price of $61.00.
September 8, 2005 - DAMN YANKEES. Baseball and musical comedy combine for a great afternoon at the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson. The usual delicious luncheon will be served prior to the performance. Price, including transportation, is $69.00.
August 3, 2005 - SILVER FOXETTES AND EDDIE CASH. On Wednesday, August 3 we will dine at the Esquire Club before going to the Monona Grove High School for the evening performance of the high stepping senior dance troupe followed by Eddie Cash, a musical impersonator of yesterday's famous performers. Show, dinner and transportation;transportation are included for $44.00.
July 10, 2005 - PIRATES OF PENZANCE. The Madison Savoyards will present this Gilbert and Sullivan musical in Music Hall on the UW campus on Sunday, July 10 at 3:00 pm. Show and transportation are included for $25.00.
February 27, 2005 - KNOCK 'EM DEAD. Faere Tale Productions will present a unique comedy/mystery with different endings on Sunday, February 27 at the Dorf Haus Supper Club in Roxbury. A noon meal and transportation is included for $43.00.
February 3, 2005 - SWING ON A STAR. The Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson presents this original musical extravaganza featuring the sounds of the swing era of Sinatra, Crosby, the Andrew Sisters, Glenn Miller,etc. on Thursday, February 3. The fabulous Fireside luncheon and transportation are included in the cost of $69.00.
October 27, 2004 - HAY FEVER. Come with us to the Cabot Theatre in Milwaukee for the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre's performance of this witty Noel Coward comedy on Wednesday, October 27. Lunch at the Machine Shed Restaurant is also included in the price of $53.00.
October 17, 2004 - MESHUGGAH NUNS. The latest Nunsense comic adventure about the nuns on a cruise will be presented in the Sun Prairie Civic Theatre on Sunday, October 17. Luncheon will precede the show at Fitzgerald's Restaurant in Sun Prairie. Cost is $35.00.
October 6, 2004 - THE CRUCIBLE. We will see Arthur Miller's spellbinding story of the Salem witch trials presented by the Milwaukee Rep on Wednesday, October 6. Luncheon will be served at the Pieces of Eight Restaurant overlooking the Milwaukee Harbor. Cost is $56.00.
September 15, 2004 - TWELFTH NIGHT. Shakespeare's favorite comedy will be presented on Wednesday morning, September 15 at the American Players Theater in Spring Green. Luncheon will follow at the lovely House on the Rock Restaurant. The cost, including transportation is $59.00
August 12, 2004 - SOUTH PACIFIC. Join us for a trip to the Fireside in Ft. Atkinson on Thursday, August 12 to see South Pacific. The fabulous tunes of Rodgers and Hammerstein will be preceded by the wonderful Fireside noon meal. The cost of $67 also includes transportation.
June 24, 2004 - OKLAHOMA! This milestone American classic musical played by the Verona Community Theater will be our destination on Thursday evening, June 24. Dinner will precede the show at the Fitchburg Pancake Cafe. Cost is $34.00.
June 13, 2004 - OVER THE TAVERN. On Sunday, June 13 the Racine Theatre Guild presents this touching play about a Polish Catholic family living over a tavern in the 1950s. We will have a noon meal before the show at Lucarelli's Docks Waterside Restaurant in Racine. Cost is $46.00.
June 4, 2004 - AS THE CENTURY TURNS. A fun musical revue with songs from the Gay 90s to the Roaring Twenties along with a delicious lunch will be presented by Harmony Productions in Sun City, IL, on Friday, June 4. Cost is $51.00.
May 27, 2004 - ANNIE. The Fireside in Ft. Atkinson presents this heartwarming musical about our favorite orphan preceded by one of their incomparable lunches on Thursday, May 27. Cost is $67.00.
May 23, 2004 - THE MELODY LINGERS ON- SONGS OF THE GREAT WHITE WAY. Join us for or annual benefit luncheon to support the programs of Theater Bus at Blackhawk Country Club on Sunday, May 23. A musical program of Broadway songs will be presented by Scott Foss and his daughter, Erika. The cost is $42.50. ($52.50 for a donor).
March 21, 2004 - MOVE OVER, MRS. MARKHAM. The Racine Theatre Guild will present this any comedy about mistaken identities on Sunday, March 21. A mid-day meal at Lucarelli's Dock Waterfront Restaurant will precede the performance. Show, meal and transportation are included for $46.
March 11, 2004 - GUYS AND DOLLS. We journey to the Fireside in Fort Atkinson on Thursday, March 11 for a wonderful luncheon and performance. Transportation is also included in the $67 package.
March 6, 2004 - THE MAN WHO CAME TO DINNER. See this favorite comedy performed at the Middleton Performing Arts Center on Saturday evening, March 6. The show, transportation and dinner at Fitzgerald's Restaurant are included in the cost of $33.00.
February 29, 2004 - SUITEHEARTS. Faere Tale Productions returns to the Dorf Haus Supper Club in Roxbury on Sunday, February 29 to present a romantic comedy about two couples' mixed-up hotel accommodations. Lunch will be served before the show and the cost, including transportation, is $40.00.
February 12, 2004 - 84 CHARING CROSS ROAD. The Milwaukee Chamber Theatre will take us on a trip down memory lane with two pen pals, one American, one English, on Thursday, February 12. The performance, transportation and lunch at Pieces of Eight Restaurant are included for $55.00.
February 5, 2004 - KISS ME KATE. Memorial High School students will perform Cole Porter's musical comedy on Thursday evening, February 5. Dessert will be served before the show. Cost, including transportation is $20.00.
January 25, 2004 - THE ODD COUPLE. We will travel of see the Sun Prairie Civic Theater present the favorite Neil Simon comedy, The Odd Couple, on Sunday, January 25. Lunch at Herreman's Restaurant and transportation are also included in the cost of $33.00.
November 23, 2003 - FIDDLER ON THE ROOF. The Baraboo Theater Guild presents FIDDLER ON THE ROOF at the A. L. Ringling Theater on Sunday, November 23. A noon dinner at the Farm Kitchen is included in the cost of $40.00.
October 30, 2003 - CRAZY FOR YOU. The Verona Community Theater presents this Gershwin musical comedy full of familiar hits on October 30. The trip includes dinner at the Hometown Restaurant for the cost of $29.00.
September 25, 2003 - THE SILVER FOXETTES. Join us for a trip to Appleton to see this new variety show featuring a group of women 60 and over celebrating their 20th anniversary on Thursday, September 25. We will have lunch at Michiel's Restaurant in Appleton. Cost is $53.00.
September 6, 2003 - SPITFIRE GRILL. Join Theater Bus when Edgewood College presents this musical set in Wisconsin, preceded by dinner at the College on Saturday, September 6. The price is $32.00.
August 9, 2003 - JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR. The Middleton Players will present this musical in the new Middleton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, August 9. Dinner at Fitzgerald/s Restaurant and transportation is included for the price of $39.00.
July 30, 2003 - SEVEN BRIDES FOR SEVEN BROTHERS. Our favorite, the Fireside in Ft. Atkinson, presents this high-stepping musical on Wednesday, July 30. Their usual fabulous luncheon and transportation are in included in the cost of $65.00.
July 20, 2003 - ALWAYS PATSY CLINE. A nostalgic show about Patsy Cline as remembered by fan who gives new insight into the life of this legendary singer. Before the performance on Sunday, July 20 by the Racine Theater Guild, we will have a brunch at the Summit Restaurant. The cost, including transportation, is $48.00.
July 12, 2003 - THE GONDOLIERS. Who can resist the music, dancing and comedy intrigue of Gilbert and Sullivan? Join us on Saturday, July 12 for the Madison Savoyards production of The Gondoliers at Music Hall on the UW campus. Dinner at Josie's Restaurant will precede the show. Transportation, show and meal are all included in the price of $31.00.
June 15, 2003 - THE FOREIGNER. On Sunday, June 15, we're off to the Heartland Festival at UW-Platteville to enjoy a comedy depicting two friends in a funny situation at a Georgia fishing lodge. Transportation and a buffet brunch at the Timbers Restaurant are included in the cost of $48.00.
May 21, 2003 - ANNIE, GET YOUR GUN. A great day at the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson with Annie Oakley and the Wild West on Wednesday May 21. Cost is $65.00 including show, transportation and the Fireside's incomparable luncheon.
April 27, 2003 - MEMORABLE MEMORIES FROM 1940'S BROADWAY. The annual Benefit Party for Theater Bus will feature luncheon at Blackhawk Country Club and Soprano Tamara Brognano on Sunday, April 27. The cost of $40.00 includes show, luncheon and transportation.
February 23, 2003 - LET'S MURDER MARSHA. Sunday, February 23 at the Dorf Haus in Roxbury will be the setting for this comedy about a housewife who mistakenly thinks her husband is trying to murder her. Lunch is also included for $43.00.
January 30, 2003 - PUMP BOYS AND DINETTES. Theater Bus will travel to the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson on Thursday, January 30 for lunch and a performance of Pump Boys and Dinettes, a hilarious musical set in Grand Old Opry Country. The cost is $66.00. Call 257-0003 for reservations. Deadline is January 8 or until full.
December 1, 2002 - BATHROOM HUMOR. The Roxbury Players will present this comic farce at the Dorf Haus in Roxbury on Sunday, December 1 preceeded by a noon dinner. The cost, including transportation, for this laugh-filled afternoon is $42.00.
November 26, 2002 - FIRESIDE CHRISTMAS. We will be running two trips to the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson for their spectacular Christmas show and luncheon. The first will be Tuesday, November 26 and the second on Thursday, December 19. The cost for each trip, including show, luncheon and transportation is $63.00.
October 24, 2002 - ALONE TOGETHER. The Fanny Hill Dinner Theatre in Eau Claire will present this very funny story about some not-so-empty nesters on Thursday, October 24. Noon luncheon in their scenic dining room surrounded by hundreds of pumpkins and transportation are included in the cost of $70.00. Information: 257-0003.
October 17, 2002 - DIRTY BLONDE. The life of the legendary Mae West, filled with music, laughter and romance will be presented on Thursday, October 17 by the Milwaukee Chamber Theatre. The show, luncheon at the Italian Community Center and transportation are included in the cost of $54.00.
October 3, 2002 - HONK! A new musical with a comic twist on Hans Christian Andersen's THE UGLY DUCKLING will be offered at the Verona High School, preceded by a catered meal at the new Verona Senior Center on Thursday, October 3. Cost including transportation is $32.00.
September 22, 2002 - OVER THE RIVER AND THROUGH THE WOODS. Endearing comedy about a young man dealing with four Italian-American grandparents who are opposed to his moving out of town, will be our destinatiion on Sunday, September 22 at the Racine Theater Guild. Luncheon at the Char House, the play and transportation are included in the price of $43.00.
September 14, 2002 - CONNECTIONS. An entertaining comic thriller will be presented at the Edgewater College Theater preceded by dinner in their lovely dining room on Saturday, September 14. Play, dinner and transportation are included in the price of $31.00.
June 16, 2002 - THE AMOROUS AMBASSADOR. Great romantic comedy presented by the Racine Theater Guild on Sunday, June 16, 2002. Lunch at Lucarelli's Docks Restaurant with a view of Lake Michigan and transportation is included in the price of $44.00.
May 16, 2002 - STEEL MAGNOLIAS. Southern living and luncheon at the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson on Thursday, May 16. Cost is $61.00.
May 1, 2002 - PRESENT LAUGHTER. Join us for luncheon at the Boulevard Inn and a great Noel Coward comedy at the Milwaukee Chamber Theater on Wednesday, May 1.The cost is $54.00 for the play, lunch and transportation.
April 6, 2002 - SOUTH PACIFIC. This great romantic musical will be preformed by CTM in the Oscar Mayer Theater on Saturday, April 6 at 3:30 pm. The cost for the event and transportation is $30.00.
March 22, 2002 - A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM. Musical by Stephen Sondheim presented at the Fireside Theater in Ft. Atkinson on Friday, March 22. The cost of $62.00 includes a wonderful luncheon and transportation.
February 24, 2002 - Love, Sex and The IRS. FaereTale Productions presents this lively comedy at the Dorf House Supper Club in Roxbury on Sunday, February 24 preceded by a noon dinner. Transportation is included in the cost of $42.00.
January 31, 2002 - You Can't Take It With You. This wacky comedy will be presented by the Verona Area Community Theater on Thursday evening, January 31, preceded by dinner at the Dry Bean Restaurant. The cost is $28.00 including transportation.
February 10, 2000 - Dinner and Boy Meets Girl - Middleton Players - February 10, 2000, RSVP 1/27, $27
January 21, 2000 - Lunch and A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline - Fireside Playhouse - January 21, 2000, RSVP 1/3, $54