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BWW Review: Village's I DO! I DO! a Show about Commitment, That Lacks Commitment
by Jay Irwin on January 18, 2019 in Seattle As a self-proclaimed musical theater geek, I'll admit to some gaps in my geekdom and Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt's 1966 musical "I Do! I Do!" falls squarely into that gap. Before going to see the current production at Village Theatre I knew nothing about it. I don't even think I've heard the errant song from it off one of my many compilation albums. And now having seen it I'm more than happy to let it fall back into obscurity. With its paper thin, almost conflict free storyline, and songs that simply peter out into an air of forgetfulness, the only thing that saved the evening were the two people performing the show, Kendra Kassebaum and Peter Saide, but even they couldn't save this one. (more...) 
Digital Lottery Announced For DEAR EVAN HANSEN in Seattle
by BWW News Desk on January 17, 2019 in Seattle Described by the Los Angeles Times as a "cultural phenomenon," Dear Evan Hansen comes to Seattle's Paramount Theatre from January 23 through February 2. In advance of the start of performances, the production announced today that it will host a digital ticket lottery offering fans the chance to purchase a limited number of $25 tickets available per performance. (more...) 
Dance With Anzanga African Marimba Music Today At BPA
by BWW News Desk on January 18, 2019 in Seattle In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, Anzanga makes its 7th annual appearance today, January 18 as part of BPA's Cultural Outreach Program. Celebrating 32 years of performing throughout the Northwest and globally, the troupe returns to perform the lively and beautiful melodies of Southern Africa, one night only at BPA. (more...) 
Regional Roundup: Top New Features This Week Around Our BroadwayWorld 1/18
by BWW Special on January 18, 2019 in Seattle BroadwayWorld presents a comprehensive weekly roundup of regional stories around our Broadway World, which include videos, editor spotlights, regional reviews and more. This week, we feature HAMILTON, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, and More! (more...) 
Women Artists Create New Seattle Theatre Company
by Erica Miner on January 17, 2019 in Seattle The first production of their new theatrical enterprise, As If Theatre Company, on Feb. 8 (more...) 
Second Story Rep Presents RED
by BWW News Desk on January 16, 2019 in Seattle Master abstract expressionist Mark Rothko has just landed the biggest commission in the history of modern art, a series of murals for New York's famed Four Seasons Restaurant. In the two fascinating years that follow, Rothko works feverishly with his young assistant, Ken, in his Bowery studio. (more...) 
University of Washington School of Drama Presents RUTHERFORD AND SON
by BWW News Desk on January 16, 2019 in Seattle The University of Washington School of Drama will present Githa Sowerby's 1912 drama, Rutherford and Son, January 23 - February 3, 2019. Despite being a smash hit when it premiered in London in 1912, Sowerby's tale of a tyrannical patriarch who loses his grip on his children has rarely been produced in the U.S. (more...)
March Is Cabaret Month Festival Opens At The Triple Door in February
by BWW News Desk on January 16, 2019 in Seattle Pacific Northwest Cabaret Association presents an all-star opening night at The Triple Door to launch Seattle's March Is Cabaret Month Festival 2019. Hosted by festival director and drag chanteuse Arnaldo!, the evening features acclaimed Weimar Berlin-inspired cabaret band The Love Markets, led by singer-songwriter Angie Louise; lush-voiced comedic vocal trio The Sirens Of Swing; and purveyors of infectious mid-century jazz and swing Sweet Spot Combo. March Is Cabaret Month is presented in association with The Cricket Foundation and Brian Silkworth & Bill Colter. (more...)
Andre Feriante's Anatomie de L'Amour Comes to Benaroya Hall
by BWW News Desk on January 16, 2019 in Seattle Internationally acclaimed virtuoso guitarist Andre Feriante brings a cast of headline performers to the Benaroya Hall Stage on February 15 for his 24th Annual Day of Love concert. This highly uncommon performance presents a tapestry and fusion of opera, classical, flamenco, blues, East Indian, jazz, Middle Eastern, folk, contemporary, and popular music styles. Nowhere else will you find this range of talent sharing a single stage and collaborating to create something new and amazing. (more...)
Centerstage Theatre Presents THE MUSICAL COMEDY MURDERS OF 1940
by BWW News Desk on January 16, 2019 in Seattle Centerstage Theatre presents the farcical murder mystery, The Musical Comedy Murders of 1940, a hilarious whodunit that will keep you guessing and laughing all at once! (more...) 
Seattle Opera Explores Modern Tech With Steve Jobs Opera
by BWW News Desk on January 15, 2019 in Seattle As Seattle Opera gears up to present The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs, the company is asking hard questions about the effects of Big Tech, both in Jobs' life, and in our rapidly expanding community. Prior to the production's Feb. 23 - March 9 run at McCaw Hall, the public is invited to join the dialogue at two free panel discussions. Both events take place in Tagney Jones Hall, in the newly opened Opera Center. (more...) 
Samin Nosrat, Star of Netflix's SALT, FAT, ACID, HEAT, Speaks in Seattle in March
by Marika O'Hara on January 15, 2019 in Seattle On Sunday March 10 at 7:30 pm, chef, writer and Netflix star Samin Nosrat makes her first public appearance in Seattle at Benaroya Hall. Seattle Times food writer Bethany Jean Clement joins her on stage to learn how Samin uses the simple, universal philosophy of Salt, Fat, Acid and Heat. (more...) 
Mikko Juan And Sarah Rose Davis To Lead The Cast Of URINETOWN At 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk on January 14, 2019 in Seattle The cast for Urinetown, this season's co-production between The 5th Avenue Theatre and ACT - A Contemporary Theatre, has been announced. (more...) 
Burlesque Documentary To Screen In Seattle
by BWW News Desk on January 15, 2019 in Seattle The world is opening their eyes to THE OLD STRIPPER. And she's coming to a local movie theater near you in Seattle. (more...)
Penguin Productions Presents I AND YOU By Lauren Gunderson
by BWW News Desk on January 14, 2019 in Seattle Penguin Productions opens its first production of 2019 with I and You by Lauren Gunderson, directed by Shana Bestock. I and You will run two weekends, February 2-9, 2019, performing in the Isaac Studio at Taproot Theatre in the Greenwood neighborhood of Seattle. Aligning with Penguin's commitment to accessibility, all tickets are free to the public. Donations are graciously accepted and go towards supporting Penguin's mission to offer theatrical experiences with zero financial obligation. (more...) 
BWW Review: ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL at Seattle Shakespeare ticks all the boxes.
by Kelly Rogers Flynt on January 13, 2019 in Seattle With all the focus dedicated to the language and story, Seattle Shakespeare breaths new life into this old classic while maintaining all its traditions. While current trends rely on new interpretations, new locations, different time periods, this production stays true to the Bard and delivers the goods. ALL'S WELL THAT ENDS WELL is a bittersweet tale of love, war, and relationships. The show questions why we love who we love and who is deserving of love, romantic and familial. (more...) 
Upcoming Non-Equity Auditions Sunday, Jan. 13
by Audition Roundup on January 13, 2019 in Seattle Updated this week! Check out upcoming Non-Equity Auditions from Sunday, January 13, 2019 for productions in your area and around the country. (more...) 
BWW Review: WET's Absurdist Political Thriller B Ticks on Too Long Before Exploding
by Jay Irwin on January 12, 2019 in Seattle Any good play wants to contain a solid beginning, middle, and end. But you know the old adage, give them a strong ending and they'll forgive a lot. But what happens when a one-act, one hour and 35-minute show just has a strong middle? I'll tell you, a lot of me checking my watch near the end and an audience not sure if the play was over since there were two possible endings and no curtain call. Such was the case with Washington Ensemble Theatre's current production of B, the absurdist political thriller from Guillermo Calderon. (more...) 
Velocity Dance Center Presents An Evening-Lengh Split Bill: SZALT / LAVINIA VAGO moon& / NOESIS X
by BWW News Desk on January 11, 2019 in Seattle Velocity is thrilled to announce their upcoming February split bill of LA dance company SZALT and Seattle-based dance artist Lavinia Vago. Performances will run February 21-24 at Velocity's Founder's Theater, and will feature a world-premiere of Vago's first original solo performance, and an encore performance by SZALT of their acclaimed 2018 piece moon&. (more...) 
Velocity Presents An Evening of Performance Artists One Night Only
by BWW News Desk on January 11, 2019 in Seattle Join Velocity in our Founders Theater on February 10 for a very special one-night-only performance by artists mayfield brooks and Karen Nelson. Entitled Improvising in the Break, the improvisational work will tackle the poetics of racial justice and dancing as a radical act. The performance will mark brooks' Seattle debut, and will give audiences a window into the research they will bring to the Seattle Festival of Dance Improvisation in August 2019 at Velocity. (more...) 
BWW 2018 Seattle Critic's Choice Awards (Jay's Picks)
by Jay Irwin on January 11, 2019 in Seattle Dear Readers, it has been one crazy year with some amazing theater. You know it's true. We've had dead teens riding a roller coaster, demonic puppets, and an ageless guy with a picture of himself in his attic. And, of course, a hip-hop founding father sweeping through town. But let's not talk about the juggernaut when we have such amazing things right here that blew us all away. At least they blew me away. So, let's talk about what blew me away this past year and what I have chosen to give my BWW 2018 Seattle Critic's Choice Awards (Jay's Picks) to (not to mention all those honorable mentions since often I can't limit myself to just one). (more...) 
Winners Announced for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards
by BWW News Desk on January 11, 2019 in Seattle We are pleased to announce the winners for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Nominations were reader-submitted and voted on by you - the local theatergoers! (more...) 
TLT Presents MURDER BY MERLOT- A MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
by BWW News Desk on January 10, 2019 in Seattle Tacoma Little Theatre pours a glass at The Social Bar and Grill to present a murder mystery dinner experience perfect for the wine lover in us all, Murder by Merlot, directed by Karen Christensen. (more...) 
UW Drama Presents STATE OF THE THEATRE: STAGE AND SWORD
by BWW News Desk on January 10, 2019 in Seattle Whether it is a Shakespearean sword fight, a mock boxing duel, or a danced-out gang rumble, combat can be an essential and exciting aspect of live drama. A panel of experts in theatrical combat, led by University of Washington Drama School instructor Geoffrey Alm, will discuss and demonstrate the secrets of choreographing dynamic, suspenseful stage fights - while protecting the actors involved from harm. (more...) 
Book-It Repertory Theatre Takes An Honest Look At Addiction In AMERICAN JUNKIE
by BWW News Desk on January 10, 2019 in Seattle Book-It Repertory Theatre [Book-It] kicks off 2019 with an honest look at addiction in Seattle native Tom Hansen's American Junkie. Adapted by Jane Jones and Kevin McKeon and directed by Jones, Hansen deftly balances a raw story about the path that leads to self-destruction with wry humor and hope. (more...) |
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