5th Avenue Theatre

Video: 'World's Greatest Dad' and 'Never Fall In Love' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 12, 2025

Watch new video featuring Eric Ankrim and Tori Gresham performing 'World's Greatest Dad' and 'Never Fall In Love' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre. Playing November 28 - December 28, 2025.

Review: ELF at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Shelley Dean - Dec 12, 2025

The movie Elf is one of those films that sticks with you throughout your life; you remember the spaghetti, the syrup, and the unrivaled holiday cheer from the unique story. It’s only natural that a story full of this much nostalgia takes on a new life that honors its legacy. Enter Elf: The Musical. All of the magic of the original movie is packed into a stage show with dancing Santas, larger-than-life Christmas trees, and onstage skating that makes you want to join the fun. Seattle has been gifted its very own production this holiday season at the 5th Avenue Theatre. Elf: The Musical, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones, is now running downtown. 

Video: 'Happy Holiday!' from WHITE CHRISTMAS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Joshua Wright - Dec 11, 2025

Get a first look at Ogunquit Playhouse's production of Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake. Directed by Mary Giattino, recreating original choreography by Tony Award Nominee Randy Skinner. Performances run through December 21, 2025 at The Music Hall.

Video: 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF THE MUSICAL at 5th Avenue Theatre
by Michael Major - Dec 10, 2025

Eric Ankrim and Company perform 'Nobody Cares About Santa' from ELF-THE MUSICAL at The 5th Avenue Theatre. CHeck out the video from the holiday musical now!

Latest Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards; Spokane Civic Theatre Leads Favorite Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 8, 2025

The latest standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards; CATS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 1, 2025

The first standings have been released for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! Voting ends on 12/31/2025 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Which Pre-Broadway Tryout Theater Boasts the Most Best Musical Tony Award Winners?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Nov 30, 2025

While different tryout theaters have different relationships to the development of new shows, it’s worth looking at both which commercial rental theaters and which non-profit theaters have had the most Best Musical Tony Award winners come from their stages.

Robyn Hurder Will Return to CHICAGO Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Nov 26, 2025

Tony Award nominee Robyn Hurder is set to return to the cell block! Hurder will return to the role of “Velma Kelly” in the Broadway cast of Chicago next month. Learn more here!

Lissa deGuzman Joins Conrad Ricamora-Led CHORUS LINE in the Philippines
by Michael Major - Nov 19, 2025

Lissa deGuzman will join Conrad Ricamora in the upcoming production of A Chorus Line in the Philippines! The Wicked alum will be taking on the iconic role of Cassie, with Ricamora leading as Zach.

Matthew Amira, Cleavant Derricks and More Complete WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the full cast for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake.

Adrianna Hicks, Sally Struthers and More to Star in WHITE CHRISTMAS at Ogunquit Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 12, 2025

Ogunquit Playhouse has revealed the and creative for Irving Berlin’s White Christmas The Musical, with music and lyrics by Irving Berlin and a book by David Ives and Paul Blake.

Seattle Opera Will Perform New Holiday Show GAY APPAREL
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025

This December, don your gayest apparel and slip into the spirit of the season with Seattle Opera's brand-new holiday show, starring Seattle's own big, bold, belting diva Anita Spritzer and pianist Jay Rozendaal.

Village Theatre Announces Key Artistic Team Updates And Leadership Renewals
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 3, 2025

Village Theatre has announced key artistic leadership updates, including a five-year contract renewal for Artistic Director Adam Immerwahr, the appointment of Aislinn Frantz-Nava as Associate Artistic Director, and Arika Matoba as Casting Director & Producing Associate.

The 5th Avenue Theatre Will Present ELF �" THE MUSICAL This Holiday Season
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025

The 5th Avenue Theatre will present ELF – The Musical November 28–December 28, 2025, directed and choreographed by Denis Jones. Starring Eric Ankrim as Buddy. Tickets are available now.

Review: CHICAGO at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - Oct 25, 2025

Dear Readers, if you’re a die-hard musical theater nerd like me, there are certain shows that just feel like a warm hug. A comfort show that you can go to (and have) over and over that just make you happy. For me, along with the likes of “Mamma Mia”, “Little Shop of Horrors”, and “Hairspray”, we have the Kander and Ebb classic, “Chicago”. I know it backwards and forwards (having worn out the CD of the Bebe Neuwirth and Ann Reinking revival) and I’ve seen it many times over the years, some with casts showing how the show can be amazing. I still remember Bianca Marroquín flooring me as Roxie. So, when the tour comes through town again, I say “yes please”. And while this was still my little slice of comfort food, and while some elements were fantastic, this production just missed that little something “extra” to make it sparkle.

5th Avenue Theatre Reports Strong Audience Growth, New Strategic Alliance, and $4.6M Deficit in Annual Report
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 23, 2025

Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre released its annual State of the Theatre report for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2025, detailing significant growth in attendance, philanthropy, and education programs alongside ongoing financial challenges.

DC Premiere of A CASE FOR THE EXISTENCE OF GOD Comes to Mosaic Theater Company
by Stephi Wild - Oct 8, 2025

Mosaic Theater Company will present the DC premiere of A Case for the Existence of God, a deeply moving and critically acclaimed play by MacArthur Genius Samuel D. Hunter. Directed by Danilo Gambini.

CHICAGO is Coming to The 5th Avenue Theatre in October
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2025

CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake. Learn how to purchase tickets to the Seattle engagement here!

Wake Up With BroadwayWorld October 1, 2025- RAGTIME Hits Late Night and More
by - Oct 1, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is October 1, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.

Photos: SUFFS North American Tour Marches On
by Stephi Wild - Sep 30, 2025

Performances are now underway for the North American Tour of SUFFS, which officially opened in Seattle, WA at The 5th Avenue Theatre on Friday, September 19, 2025. Check out all new photos of the cast in action here!