Seattle Center Festál Spotlights Traditional And Contemporary Indigenous Cultures
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
Celebrate indigenous cultures and Native peoples' rich history in the Pacific Northwest at Seattle Center Festal. Join us for Seattle Center Festal: Indigenous People Festival at 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 8 at Seattle Center Armory.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2019
Celebrate indigenous cultures and Native peoples' rich history in the Pacific Northwest at Seattle Center Festal. Join us for Seattle Center Festal: Indigenous People Festival at 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 8 at Seattle Center Armory.
Seattle Public Theater Announces 2019/20 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2019
Seattle Public Theater is thrilled to announce its 2019/20 Season full of nationally recognized playwrights and award-winning titles all with superb conversations at their core. Our season includes the delicious satire The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa Fasthorse; Joshua Harmon's Admissions, a dramedy that takes an extremely timely look at the privilege of getting into college; Pipeline by Dominque Morisseau, a deeply moving story of a mother's fight to give her son a future; and the achingly human and often humorous Cost of Living by Martyna Majok, winner of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
by BWW News Desk - May 22, 2019
Seattle Public Theater is thrilled to announce its 2019/20 Season full of nationally recognized playwrights and award-winning titles all with superb conversations at their core. Our season includes the delicious satire The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa Fasthorse; Joshua Harmon's Admissions, a dramedy that takes an extremely timely look at the privilege of getting into college; Pipeline by Dominque Morisseau, a deeply moving story of a mother's fight to give her son a future; and the achingly human and often humorous Cost of Living by Martyna Majok, winner of the 2018 Pulitzer Prize for Drama.
Nominees Announced For The 5th Avenue Theatre Awards
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
The 5th Avenue Theatre is thrilled to announce the nominees for the 17th annual 5th Avenue Theatre Awards: Honoring High School Musicals, the highly anticipated award show proudly sponsored by Wells Fargo with additional support from Alaska Airlines. Visit our blog for a complete list of nominees.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
The 5th Avenue Theatre is thrilled to announce the nominees for the 17th annual 5th Avenue Theatre Awards: Honoring High School Musicals, the highly anticipated award show proudly sponsored by Wells Fargo with additional support from Alaska Airlines. Visit our blog for a complete list of nominees.
UW Drama Presents BODY AWARENESS By Annie Baker
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
For its final production of the 2018-2019 season, the University of Washington School of Drama will present Annie Baker's Body Awareness, June 5 - 9, 2019 in the Jones Playhouse. The production is jointly directed by first-year MFA directors Andrew Coopman and Kristie Post Wallace in their UW Drama mainstage debuts.
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
For its final production of the 2018-2019 season, the University of Washington School of Drama will present Annie Baker's Body Awareness, June 5 - 9, 2019 in the Jones Playhouse. The production is jointly directed by first-year MFA directors Andrew Coopman and Kristie Post Wallace in their UW Drama mainstage debuts.
QUEER AS GERMAN FOLK Exhibition Opens In Two Days
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
100 years ago, in 1919, the first democracy in Germany was established with the Weimar Republic, enabling unprecedented advancements in the fight for queer rights in Europe. 50 years ago, in 1969, a brick was thrown at the Stonewall Uprising, launching the modern queer rights movement in the United States and around the world. How has the LGBTQ+ community and its fight - in Germany and Washington, DC alike - evolved ever since? How has 2019 been shaped by the last fifty years of transatlantic rainbow friendship?
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
100 years ago, in 1919, the first democracy in Germany was established with the Weimar Republic, enabling unprecedented advancements in the fight for queer rights in Europe. 50 years ago, in 1969, a brick was thrown at the Stonewall Uprising, launching the modern queer rights movement in the United States and around the world. How has the LGBTQ+ community and its fight - in Germany and Washington, DC alike - evolved ever since? How has 2019 been shaped by the last fifty years of transatlantic rainbow friendship?
Photo Flash: Get A First Look At SWEENEY TODD at Reboot Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
For its fifth production, Reboot is cooking up Sondheim's masterpiece SWEENEY TODD, THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler. Check out photos of the production!
by BWW News Desk - May 21, 2019
For its fifth production, Reboot is cooking up Sondheim's masterpiece SWEENEY TODD, THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET, music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim, book by Hugh Wheeler. Check out photos of the production!
BWW Review: Reboot's SWEENEY TODD Needs to go Back in the Oven
by Jay Irwin - May 21, 2019
Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's "Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street" is arguably a masterpiece of American Musical Theatre. It's haunting, thrilling, and heartbreaking when it's done right. But in order to do it right you need to understand and be able to convey this complex story and characters as well as sing some quite difficult music. Unfortunately, the current gender bent production from Reboot Theatre Company chose to forsake that story for comedy and sight gags leaving a confused, under baked, sloppy mess.
by Jay Irwin - May 21, 2019
Stephen Sondheim and Hugh Wheeler's "Sweeney Todd, the Demon Barber of Fleet Street" is arguably a masterpiece of American Musical Theatre. It's haunting, thrilling, and heartbreaking when it's done right. But in order to do it right you need to understand and be able to convey this complex story and characters as well as sing some quite difficult music. Unfortunately, the current gender bent production from Reboot Theatre Company chose to forsake that story for comedy and sight gags leaving a confused, under baked, sloppy mess.
Lakewood Playhouse Presents THE PRODUCERS
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The Lakewood Playhouse is proud to present the FINAL SHOW of our Landmark 80th ANNIVERSARY SEASON: "THE PRODUCERS - A (new) MUSICAL BY MEL BROOKS!"
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2019
The Lakewood Playhouse is proud to present the FINAL SHOW of our Landmark 80th ANNIVERSARY SEASON: "THE PRODUCERS - A (new) MUSICAL BY MEL BROOKS!"
THE GREATEST SHOWQUEEN Comes to Unicorn
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2019
After an absence of 22 years, Tom Orr -- the creative mind behind the award-winning musical parody revue Dirty Little Showtunes!, a long-running smash hit at Re-bar in 1997-98 -- is back in Seattle with a new solo cabaret and a multitude of new perverted twists on classic showtunes.
by BWW News Desk - May 19, 2019
After an absence of 22 years, Tom Orr -- the creative mind behind the award-winning musical parody revue Dirty Little Showtunes!, a long-running smash hit at Re-bar in 1997-98 -- is back in Seattle with a new solo cabaret and a multitude of new perverted twists on classic showtunes.
BWW Review: THE CALL at Seattle Public Theater Should Pick a Story and Stick with It
by Jay Irwin - May 19, 2019
Dear Readers, you know when you leave a play and you just feel unsatisfied? Maybe the performances weren't up to snuff or the direction faltered, but you have trouble putting your finger on why you feel this way. Such was my experience last night at Seattle Public Theater's Northwest Premiere of Tanya Barfield's "The Call". I walked to my car wondering why this hadn't hit me harder. The performers were all top notch and the direction from Annie Lareau was lively and flowed beautifully. And then it hit me, Ms. Barfield was simply trying to tell me too many stories and with so many flying about, none of them quite stuck the landing.
by Jay Irwin - May 19, 2019
Dear Readers, you know when you leave a play and you just feel unsatisfied? Maybe the performances weren't up to snuff or the direction faltered, but you have trouble putting your finger on why you feel this way. Such was my experience last night at Seattle Public Theater's Northwest Premiere of Tanya Barfield's "The Call". I walked to my car wondering why this hadn't hit me harder. The performers were all top notch and the direction from Annie Lareau was lively and flowed beautifully. And then it hit me, Ms. Barfield was simply trying to tell me too many stories and with so many flying about, none of them quite stuck the landing.
Photo Flash: Tacoma Little Theatre Presents SOPHIE
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
Tacoma Little Theatre presents a special added program to its season, Sophie, a play by Bryan Willis and directed by Nyree Martinez.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
Tacoma Little Theatre presents a special added program to its season, Sophie, a play by Bryan Willis and directed by Nyree Martinez.
See Nicole Byer on NPR's ASK ME ANOTHER In Seattle
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
Packed with trivia, comedy and celebrity guests, Ask Me Another is like an amusement park for your brain. Host Ophira Eisenberg and musician Jonathan Coulton are taking the show on the road, they're heading to Seattle for a night of quizzes, games and laughs with Nicole Byer. The program, which airs weekly on KUOW 94.9FM , will tape in front of a live audience at the Moore Theatre, June 20 at 7:30 pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2019
Packed with trivia, comedy and celebrity guests, Ask Me Another is like an amusement park for your brain. Host Ophira Eisenberg and musician Jonathan Coulton are taking the show on the road, they're heading to Seattle for a night of quizzes, games and laughs with Nicole Byer. The program, which airs weekly on KUOW 94.9FM , will tape in front of a live audience at the Moore Theatre, June 20 at 7:30 pm.
Exhibition QUEER AS GERMAN FOLK Begins May 23 At Goethe-Institute Washington
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
100 years ago, in 1919, the first democracy in Germany was established with the Weimar Republic, enabling unprecedented advancements in the fight for queer rights in Europe. 50 years ago, in 1969, a brick was thrown at the Stonewall Uprising, launching the modern queer rights movement in the United States and around the world. How has the LGBTQ+ community and its fight - in Germany and Washington, DC alike - evolved ever since? How has 2019 been shaped by the last fifty years of transatlantic rainbow friendship?
by BWW News Desk - May 15, 2019
100 years ago, in 1919, the first democracy in Germany was established with the Weimar Republic, enabling unprecedented advancements in the fight for queer rights in Europe. 50 years ago, in 1969, a brick was thrown at the Stonewall Uprising, launching the modern queer rights movement in the United States and around the world. How has the LGBTQ+ community and its fight - in Germany and Washington, DC alike - evolved ever since? How has 2019 been shaped by the last fifty years of transatlantic rainbow friendship?
BWW Review: SCHOOL OF ROCK at the Paramount - A Muffled, Mugging, Mess ... With Cute Kids
by Jay Irwin - May 15, 2019
Say what you want about Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber but at least he's consistent. Consistently borrowing from others as is evident in the most recent offering from the Paramount Theatre, 'his' musical version of the 2003 movie 'The School of Rock'. And while it has adorable kids, absolutely shredding it with their vocals and musical chops on stage, it also has utterly forgettable and repetitious songs (at least the ones actually written by Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater) and a lead who takes mugging to a whole new, annoying level.
by Jay Irwin - May 15, 2019
Say what you want about Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber but at least he's consistent. Consistently borrowing from others as is evident in the most recent offering from the Paramount Theatre, 'his' musical version of the 2003 movie 'The School of Rock'. And while it has adorable kids, absolutely shredding it with their vocals and musical chops on stage, it also has utterly forgettable and repetitious songs (at least the ones actually written by Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater) and a lead who takes mugging to a whole new, annoying level.
Explore The Vibrant Filipino Culture At Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
Embrace the cultures of the Pacific Northwest and cultivate love, peace and understanding of the communities that make up our region at Seattle Center Festal. Join us for Seattle Center Festal: Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival, Saturday and Sunday, June 1 - 2, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., at Seattle Center Armory and Mural Amphitheatre for two days that observe Philippine independence from colonial rule and the strength of Filipino identity and imagination through art exhibits, songs, spoken word, films and martial arts.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
Embrace the cultures of the Pacific Northwest and cultivate love, peace and understanding of the communities that make up our region at Seattle Center Festal. Join us for Seattle Center Festal: Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival, Saturday and Sunday, June 1 - 2, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., at Seattle Center Armory and Mural Amphitheatre for two days that observe Philippine independence from colonial rule and the strength of Filipino identity and imagination through art exhibits, songs, spoken word, films and martial arts.
WEST SIDE STORY Puts Washington State Students In The Spotlight This Summer
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
This summer, nearly 100 high school students from all over Washington State will convene at The 5th Avenue Theatre for Rising Star Project: West Side Story. This special production is part of The 5th Avenue Theatre's Rising Star Project, a program that places musical theater in the hands of tomorrow's artists, innovators, and leaders. Rising Star Project allows teenagers to develop professional skills by producing and performing a musical on The 5th's mainstage.
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
This summer, nearly 100 high school students from all over Washington State will convene at The 5th Avenue Theatre for Rising Star Project: West Side Story. This special production is part of The 5th Avenue Theatre's Rising Star Project, a program that places musical theater in the hands of tomorrow's artists, innovators, and leaders. Rising Star Project allows teenagers to develop professional skills by producing and performing a musical on The 5th's mainstage.
Centerstage Presents BYE BYE BIRDIE
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
Centerstage Theatre is closing out our 2018-19 season with the classic musical comedy BYE BYE BIRDIE! A diverse and vibrant cast brimming with talent brings a fresh feel to an old favorite. When rock'n'roll superstar Conrad Birdie (played by local actor and model DUNCAN MENZIES) gets drafted, his manager Albert, (played by Centerstage patron favorite JOSHUA JERARD), must come up with one final hit song before they lose their golden boy overseas. His brilliant assistant Rose, (played by Seattle actress LARA McLEOD, who is also a member of popular a capella group A Shot in the Dark), comes up with a plan that takes them from fast-paced NYC to Sweet Apple, Ohioa??a town just as provincial as it's name suggests. Turing up to throw a wrench in things is Albert's mother Mae, (recently retired professor of the theatre arts DIANA TROTTER), and a saucy new secretary named Gloria (played by recent UW alum JESSICA LORENZ). Can Sweet Apple handle the bright lights of mega stardom coming their way? Celebrity, sincerity, gender, and generations collide in this beautifully scored show that includes the songs "Kids," "Spanish Rose," and "Put on A Happy Face."
by BWW News Desk - May 14, 2019
Centerstage Theatre is closing out our 2018-19 season with the classic musical comedy BYE BYE BIRDIE! A diverse and vibrant cast brimming with talent brings a fresh feel to an old favorite. When rock'n'roll superstar Conrad Birdie (played by local actor and model DUNCAN MENZIES) gets drafted, his manager Albert, (played by Centerstage patron favorite JOSHUA JERARD), must come up with one final hit song before they lose their golden boy overseas. His brilliant assistant Rose, (played by Seattle actress LARA McLEOD, who is also a member of popular a capella group A Shot in the Dark), comes up with a plan that takes them from fast-paced NYC to Sweet Apple, Ohioa??a town just as provincial as it's name suggests. Turing up to throw a wrench in things is Albert's mother Mae, (recently retired professor of the theatre arts DIANA TROTTER), and a saucy new secretary named Gloria (played by recent UW alum JESSICA LORENZ). Can Sweet Apple handle the bright lights of mega stardom coming their way? Celebrity, sincerity, gender, and generations collide in this beautifully scored show that includes the songs "Kids," "Spanish Rose," and "Put on A Happy Face."
The Horse In Motion To Produce THE ARSONISTS In Pioneer Square Gallery
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
The Horse in Motion returns with another unique theatrical experience, opening May 17 in an art gallery in Pioneer Square.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
The Horse in Motion returns with another unique theatrical experience, opening May 17 in an art gallery in Pioneer Square.
THE AGITATORS By Mat Smart Comes to Seattle
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
On the eve of the 2016 election, Valerie Curtis-Newton and Mat Smart, a black woman and a white man, explored together the new play written by Smart, THE AGITATORS
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2019
On the eve of the 2016 election, Valerie Curtis-Newton and Mat Smart, a black woman and a white man, explored together the new play written by Smart, THE AGITATORS
Copious Love Announces New Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2019
Copious Love Productions is excited to announce the arrival of our new Artistic Director, Kathryn Stewart.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2019
Copious Love Productions is excited to announce the arrival of our new Artistic Director, Kathryn Stewart.
BWW Review: MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET at Village Will Have You Rockin' in Your Seat
by Jay Irwin - May 10, 2019
'Million Dollar Quartet', that Rock and Roll spectacular, has long held a special place in the hearts of Village Theatre patrons owing to it being one of those shows that made a name on Broadway after having its beginnings in the Village Originals workshops. Well, those prodigal sons (and daughter) have returned to Village's stage and this new cast, while still paying homage to the iconic characters, are definitely putting their own spin on the roles. And it amounts to a rockin' good time!
by Jay Irwin - May 10, 2019
'Million Dollar Quartet', that Rock and Roll spectacular, has long held a special place in the hearts of Village Theatre patrons owing to it being one of those shows that made a name on Broadway after having its beginnings in the Village Originals workshops. Well, those prodigal sons (and daughter) have returned to Village's stage and this new cast, while still paying homage to the iconic characters, are definitely putting their own spin on the roles. And it amounts to a rockin' good time!
ROCK THE STAGE Announced At The Tulalip Amphitheatre
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
Join the fun at Tulalip Resort Casino's ultimate outdoor Rock The Block "A Summer Bash!" on Saturday, July 27! Tulalip chefs will roll up their sleeves, fire up the grills and cook some of the best grilled-bites around.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
Join the fun at Tulalip Resort Casino's ultimate outdoor Rock The Block "A Summer Bash!" on Saturday, July 27! Tulalip chefs will roll up their sleeves, fire up the grills and cook some of the best grilled-bites around.
Shorecrest High School Presents Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
Join us this May for Shorecrest Drama's vibrant production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
Join us this May for Shorecrest Drama's vibrant production of Disney's Beauty and the Beast.
Full Cast Announced For The 5th Avenue Theatre's New Production Of WEST SIDE STORY
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced the full cast for West Side Story, the sweeping musical version of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet set in the turbulent streets of New York City, where a star-crossed love blossoms between rival gangs. William Branner (National Tour: Bat Out Of Hell, Off-Broadway: Kragtar: An American Monster Musical) joins the cast to star as Tony, replacing the previously announced CJ Eldred.
by BWW News Desk - May 09, 2019
The 5th Avenue Theatre has announced the full cast for West Side Story, the sweeping musical version of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet set in the turbulent streets of New York City, where a star-crossed love blossoms between rival gangs. William Branner (National Tour: Bat Out Of Hell, Off-Broadway: Kragtar: An American Monster Musical) joins the cast to star as Tony, replacing the previously announced CJ Eldred.
18th and Union Presents One-Woman Show PIECES OF HER
by Sarah Hookey - May 08, 2019
Pieces of Her , a one-person show about struggling to find your way as a child actress and adult artist, is going up at 18th and Union in Seattle from June 20-22, 2019. The 70-minute, semi-autobiographical play is written and performed by actress, singer, songwriter Sara Carbone. In the play Sara sings, speaks, and dances her way through over a dozen characters and multiple musical styles , almost entirely without instruments.
by Sarah Hookey - May 08, 2019
Pieces of Her , a one-person show about struggling to find your way as a child actress and adult artist, is going up at 18th and Union in Seattle from June 20-22, 2019. The 70-minute, semi-autobiographical play is written and performed by actress, singer, songwriter Sara Carbone. In the play Sara sings, speaks, and dances her way through over a dozen characters and multiple musical styles , almost entirely without instruments.
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