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Overture Center for the Arts is a performing arts center and art gallery in Madison, Wisconsin, United States. The center opened on September 19, 2004, replacing the former Civic Center. In addition to several theaters, the center also houses the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art.

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Overture Center for the Arts
State Street, Madison

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State Street 201
53703 Madison
Wisconsin, United States
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