GiGi’s Playhouse
Spreading Light and Acceptance 1 Candle at a Time
Spreading Light and Acceptance One Candle at a Time
Read MoreWelcome Back! A look into Fall Programming at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison
Fall Programming- Take a Look! FREE Programming- starts September 15! GiGi’s Playhouse Madison is gearing up for our Fall 2025 Session – full of FREE Program offerings for ALL ages. Find details on each of our programs and links to sign up. Program Calendar For more information on One-on-One Literacy, Math and Speech click here. ALL Group Programs…
Read MoreA Record-Breaking & Laugh-Filled Day at the 5th Annual Go FORE It Golf Outing!
Record-Breaking Go FORE IT Golf Outing Our 5th Annual Go FORE It Golf Outing was nothing short of spectacular, and sold out! Thanks to a record number of sponsors, golfers, and supporters, the energy on the course was electric from start to finish. This year was our most engaging outing yet, thanks in large part…
Read MoreWelcoming Our New Executive Board
We are thrilled to be welcoming the new Executive Board at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison. As we continue to grow in both mission and impact, we are incredibly proud to have leaders who bring deep passion, lived experience, and dedication to every aspect of our Playhouse community. Stepping into the role of Board President is Sarah…
Read MoreWelcome Our Newest Board Member and Long-Time Advocate!
Welcome long-time advocate, Caitlin Paterson, to Our Board of Directors We are thrilled to officially welcome Caitlin Paterson to the GiGi’s Playhouse Madison Board of Directors! Caitlin brings a powerful combination of personal passion and professional expertise to our mission. As a project manager in healthcare technology, she’s spent the past decade working with community-based…
Read MoreCelebrating National Speech-Language-Hearing Month
Each May, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) raises awareness about communication disorders and promotes those who provide life-altering treatment to these individuals. Here at GiGi’s Playhouse Madison, we are grateful to work with amazing Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and UW Madison SLP students. Amina Grace Speech and Language Therapy Program Amina Grace was the middle child of…
Read More9 Years of Impact: Celebrating GiGi’s Playhouse Madison and the Power of the Down syndrome Community
Celebrating 9 Years of Acceptance, Achievement, and Belonging This month, GiGi’s Playhouse Madison is celebrating 9 years of serving individuals with Down syndrome and their families—and what a journey it’s been! Since opening our doors in 2016, we’ve been on a mission to change the way the world views Down syndrome and to send a…
Read MoreAlter Metal Recycling Raises Over $100,000 for GiGi’s Playhouse Madison
Alter Metal Recycling Raises Over $100,000 for GiGi’s Playhouse Madison Game-Changing Donation Supports Free, Purposeful Programming for Hundreds of Local Families FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Kelly Antonson, Executive Director, GiGi’s Playhouse Madison, 608-709-1411; [email protected] MEDIA ALERT May 9, 2025 Alter Metal Recycling Raises Over $100,000 for GiGi’s Playhouse Madison Game-Changing Donation Supports Free, Purposeful Programming for Hundreds…
Read MoreSummer’s Calling: Our Playhouse is Answering!
FREE Programming- starts June 16! GiGi’s Playhouse Madison is gearing up for our Summer 2025 Session – full of FREE Program offerings for ALL ages. Find details on each of our programs and links to sign up. Program Calendar For more information on One-on-One Literacy, Math and Speech click here. ALL Group Programs and Tutoring start the week…
Read MoreDown but Not Out: The Life of Eric Readinger and His Mother
Down but Not Out: is a beautiful memoir penned by Eric’s mother, Julianne Zedalis. This is a guest blog with an introduction by a Madison volunteer, Julia Sullivan, and an essay by Julianne Zedalis. We are proud to help spread this message of connection and inspiration, in partnership with GiGi’s Playhouse San Diego and GiGi’s…
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