Kohler Foundation announces 2025–2026 Distinguished Guest Series
The 81st Season of the Kohler Distinguished Guest Series begins with Topsy Turvy
KOHLER — The Kohler Foundation has unveiled their 2025-2026 Distinguished Guest Series, a dynamic season of performances featuring world-renowned individuals.
The lineup for the 81st Season promises unforgettable evenings of music, theater, and conversation, beginning with the bold and genre-defying production of Topsy Turvy, written and directed by Academy Award-winner Tim Robbins. All shows will be held at the Kohler Memorial Theatre. Tickets are only available through the Kohler Foundation. The not-for-profit foundation, associated with the Kohler Company, is led by Executive Director Angela Ramey.
Topsy Turvy
Written and directed by Tim Robbins and performed by L.A.-based The Actors’ Gang, Topsy Turvy fuses classical Greek tragedy with the irreverent spirit of vaudeville. Set in a world disrupted by a mysterious plague, the play follows a fractured Greek Chorus as they navigate divine intervention, existential reckoning, and absurdist spectacle. The production explores the human longing for connection in chaotic times.
Featuring original music and biting humor, Topsy Turvy is a cathartic theatrical response to the isolation of the pandemic era. Performances are scheduled for Friday, October 10th at 7 PM and Saturday, October 11th at 2 PM. A talk-back Robbins will follow each performance.
Evening with Robbins and Tonya Mosley
Just hours after his 2 PM performance, join National Public Radio’s Fresh Air co-host Tonya Mosley for an intimate and thought-provoking conversation with Robbins. This special event offers a rare glimpse into Robbins’ creative process, his reflections on art and activism and the stories behind his most iconic roles. Expect a night of insight, inspiration and candid dialogue between two powerful voices in media and the arts.
Scheduled for Saturday, October 11th at 7 PM.
Jacob Collier – The Solo Show
Widely regarded as one of the most innovative musicians of his generation, Jacob Collier brings his genre-defying artistry to Kohler for a night of musical brilliance. With seven GRAMMY wins and collaborations spanning Coldplay to Hans Zimmer, Collier’s performances are immersive, unpredictable, and emotionally resonant. Known for his radical harmonies and audience-driven improvisation, Collier transforms every concert into a communal celebration of sound and creativity.
Scheduled for Saturday, November 1st at 7 PM.
Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group
A masterful storyteller and musical icon, Lyle Lovett joins the season with his Acoustic Group for an evening of soulful, genre-blending performance. With a career spanning nearly four decades and four GRAMMY Awards, Lovett’s music seamlessly weaves together country, jazz, folk, swing, and blues, marked by poetic lyricism and dry wit.
Scheduled for Saturday, February 21st at 7 PM.
Season tickets go on sale on Wednesday, August 20th and individual tickets will become available on Monday, September 8th at 12 PM.
To purchase tickets, visit kohlerfoundation.org.
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