Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts

10/29/2026

🎥🎃DOC SCREENING TONIGHT @6:00 THELMA🍿

Come remember and celebrate a very special piece of Fond du Lac history

Join us TONIGHT for a special community screening of this 20-minute documentary about Loula Beckman, the WFON Halloween Radio Show, and the tradition that brought generations of Fond du Lac families together.

🎬 Film screening
🍿 Free popcorn
🎤 Q&A with filmmaker Jean Nickodem Herbold following the film
🎃 Free event — donations welcome

5:30 | Doors
5:50 | Welcome Speech
6:00 | Film
6:20 | Q&A

📍 THELMA, 51 Sheboygan St. Fond du Lac, Wisconsin
For more info: https://www.thelmaarts.org/events/the-pumpkin-lady-of-fdl-a-wisconsin-documentary
We can’t wait to share the film with the community that inspired it. 🎃❤️

10/28/2026

🎸11.7.26 BEN MULWANA AND THE VILLAGE ✨
Tickets | https://ci.ovationtix.com/36819/production/1281066

Ben Mulwana’s music has been described as Afro-soul rock that takes on a unique storytelling quality. The full band brings a dynamic and high-energy quality that builds on the soulful presence of his solo performances.

Mulwana began as an acoustic, singer-songwriter act, but has since grown into a four-piece band, dialing up the flavor, depth, and infectious energy of his music. The full band set has been described as energetic and dynamic while bringing a groovy, magnetic presence that immediately captures the attention of his audience

For more information visit:
https://www.thelmaarts.org/events/ben-mulwana-and-the-village

10/27/2026

We have three spooky events FREE for the community this Halloween! 🎃

| Wed. Oct. 28 | Devilish Art 😈🍷 | 6:00–7:30 PM | Join us for a fun, fast-paced look at how depictions of the Devil shift across time and what those changes say about the fears and fascinations of each era.

| Thu. Oct. 29 | The Pumpkin Lady of FDL 🎥🎃 | 6:00–7:30 PM | The Pumpkin Lady of Fond du Lac is a partially animated documentary that explores how one woman transformed fear into comfort, creating a legacy of community, imagination, and hope in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Come for the 6:00 PM screening and stay for the Q&A!

| Tue. Nov. 3 | Lighthouse Big Band 🎷👻 | 7:00–9:00 PM | The Lighthouse Big Band, a mainstay of the music scene for over 20 years, is a resident ensemble at THELMA. See their spooky set list next week at THELMA!

To see additional details about our upcoming events, visit: https://www.thelmaarts.org/programs-events

10/27/2026

🔥 Watch this video for a taste of what’s to come on Sat 11.7.26
🎶Get ready to experience the unique sound of Ben Mulwana & The Village live! Don’t miss this upcoming performance Sat, Nov 7th!

🎟️https://www.thelmaarts.org/events/ben-mulwana-and-the-village

🌍🎶 Meet Ben Mulwana, a Ugandan-born singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist now based in Kenosha, Wisconsin! 🇺🇬🇺🇸 Blending Afro-soul, rock, and soulful grooves, Ben brings heartfelt storytelling, rich melodies, and powerful energy to every performance. His music explores love, loss, personal growth, and the experiences that connect us all. ❤️🎸

Ben Mulwana is a Ugandan-born and raised artist residing in Kenosha...

10/26/2026

ATTENTION JAZZ FANS OF FDL
🎃We will be rescheduling our 10/27 Lighthouse Big Band show to NEXT WEEK, 11/3 Music will happen 7-9pm like usual, in the Fountain City room! It is a particularly spooky set list, so you won't want to miss this last chance to extend your spooky season!
⚾Go Brewers!

10/22/2026

🧚‍♀️🪄2026 FAE BALL 11.14.26 🌙

✨Step into a night of magic at THELMA’s Fae Ball🪩

📅 Saturday, November 14
⏰ 7:00 PM - 11:59 PM
📍 THELMA | Fond du Lac, WI | 51 Sheboygan St.
🎟️ https://ci.ovationtix.com/36819/production/1258479?performanceId=11725869
ℹ️ https://www.thelmaarts.org/events/fae-ball

🧚‍♀️Fae Ball returns to Thelma Sadoff Center for the Arts. Your favorite themed bars, beloved live musical acts, and the magic dance you’ve been waiting for. Cherished vendors return alongside fresh faces ready to enchant.

🛌Need a place to stay? Enjoy a discount at The Retlaw using this link to view options for the night of Fae Ball!
http://www.wyndhamhotels.com/hotels/02063?checkInDate=11/14/2026&checkOutDate=11/15/2026&groupCode=111426FAE

⭐️And for those who crave more than a night among mortals, VIP FAE status unlocks a gift bag brimming with treasures, a private bar and lounge reserved only for the Court's favored, early access through the veil before the gates open to all, an exclusive performance, and a drink on us!

10/21/2026

🎶 Get ready for an unforgettable night with Ben Mulwana and the Village at THELMA on November 7!✨

📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
⏰ 7:30 | Doors open one hour before
📍 THELMA | Fond du Lac, WI
🎟️ https://www.thelmaarts.org/events/ben-mulwana-and-the-village

Ben Mulwana and his band bring a sound that moves you and Ben Mulwana is a Ugandan-born and raised artist who moved to Kenosha, Wisconsin when he was 18.
With songs about love, loss and everything in between, Ben’s band project “Ben Mulwana and the Village” blends Afro-soul, rock, and soulful storytelling with infectious rhythms and high-energy grooves.

Thank you to our series sponsor: National Exchange Bank & Trust

10/21/2026

Thank you Kate McGarry for fantastic Jazz Coterie concert last night! 🎶
For more THELMA shows visit https://www.thelmaarts.org/general-5

10/20/2026

Maygen & the Birdwatcher has been postponed. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding!

We hope you have a wonderful rest of your week, and we look forward to seeing you soon! 💙

10/19/2026

🎃Learn the story behind the upcoming documentary "The Pumpkin Lady of Fond du Lac" screening Thursday, October 29th at 6:00pm.

🍿🎥Come see the Screening at THELMA before it's eventual film festival season next year. Enjoy free popcorn and a Q&A with Terry Davis and Shawn Kiser.

Film Screening Starts 6:00PM Oct 29
Q&A 6:30 with the film creator Jean Nickodem Herbold
Free admission, but donations appreciated.
Popcorn Provided
Bar Service Available
Film Length: ~20 min
More info:https://www.thelmaarts.org/events/the-pumpkin-lady-of-fdl-a-wisconsin-documentary

A documentary revives the story of Fond du Lac's 'Pumpkin Lady' and the Halloween radio tradition she created to keep kids safe.