It's an American classic! It's the show that first introduced the immortal writing team of Rodgers and Hammerstein! It's the show that ushered in the Golden Age of American Musical Theatre! It's OKLAHOMA! This bright, brassy, boisterous musical comedy is filled with colorful costumes, breathtaking dancing, side-spitting humor, and a musical score featuring such hits as "People Will Say We're In Love," "Surrey With the Fringe On Top," and the rousing title number "Oklahoma!" The original production won a Pulitzer Prize and various Broadway revivals have won multiple Tony Awards. Now The Fireside presents a fresh, new, not to be missed telling of this time-honored musical.
The UWRA, the Verona Senior Center, PLATO, and SAIL are partnering on this travel opportunity. Seating is limited, so register today!
For insurance purposes, all travelers are required to complete the Verona New Member Form (no charge) and Verona Trip Waiver Form annually. Please download forms here, complete, and bring to the bus on the day of the trip.
Please note that these forms must be completed annually. If you have traveled with us and completed the forms on a previous 2025 excursion, the forms are not needed,
The meal includes a Scallop Appetizer, freshly baked breads, choice of entree, Double Layer Carrot Cake for dessert, and coffee/tea/milk. Entree choices include:
| Chicken Florentine |
Pan seared Chicken Breast stuffed with Fresh Spinach and Cheeses, served over a Spinach Cream Sauce and served with Garlic Whipped Potatoes and Roasted Asparagus. |
| Baked Almond Crusted Cod |
Two Northern Cod Fillets coated with Dijon Mustard and crusted with Toasted Almonds, Japanese Breadcrumbs, and Fresh Herbs. Baked to crunchy perfection and served with our decadent Tarragon Sauce and served with Garlic Whipped Potatoes and Roasted Asparagus. |
| Beef Short Rib |
Slowly braised in beef stock and dressed with a red wine demi-glaze and served with Garlic Whipped Potatoes and Roasted Asparagus. |
| Vegetarian Option |
Vegetarian Manicotti with red sauce |
Schedule (Return times are approximate)
| 8:30 a.m. |
Depart Verona Park and Ride |
| 9:00 a.m. |
Pick-up (East side) Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot) |
| 5:00 p.m. |
Return Dutch Mill Park & Ride |
| 5:30 p.m. |
Return Verona Park & Ride
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Departure Locations
Verona Park and Ride
East side (Dutch Mill Park and Ride (East Lot)
Map below for those boarding the bus on east side Dutch Mill Park & Ride. Please park in the "east" lot as indicated by the arrow.
Cost
$125 per person and includes bus transportation, driver tip, admission fees, meal, taxes, and gratuities.
Registration Details and Deadline
Register online. Mailed in reservations using REGISTRATION FORM and checks are accepted. Registrations much be received no later than Monday, September 15, 2025.
Refund Policy
UWRA refunds an event fee if cancelled prior to the registration deadline. Refunds after the registration deadline are only processed if a wait-listed registrant can attend. Refunds made by check.
Questions
Contact trip coordinator Sandi Haase at (sandi.haase@wisc.edu) or the UWRA office at 608-262-0641.
UW-Madison Retirement Association
21 N Park St, Room 7205
Madison WI 53715-1218
608-262-0641
retireassn@mailplus.wisc.edu
