VIDEO: First Look at 'NYC' From ANNIE at 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2018
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of the beloved musical Annie, which plays this holiday season through December 30, 2018. The 5th is excited to introduce Visesia Fakatoufifita of Tacoma, WA, and Faith Young of Kent, WA, who make their 5th Avenue Theatre debuts alternating the title role.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2018
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of the beloved musical Annie, which plays this holiday season through December 30, 2018. The 5th is excited to introduce Visesia Fakatoufifita of Tacoma, WA, and Faith Young of Kent, WA, who make their 5th Avenue Theatre debuts alternating the title role.
Comedian Of The Year Sebastian Maniscalco Headlines The Moore Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2018
Billboard opined last month comedian, actor and best-selling author Sebastian Maniscalco "is starting the new year at the top of the comedy game," when announcing he would be taking the Madison Square Garden stage on Saturday, January 19, 2019. They weren't wrong. Additional shows sold out as quickly as they were added. Dubbed "one of standup comedy's breakthrough performers" in a recent CBS Sunday Morning profile, and "the comedian's comedian" by PEOPLE, Maniscalco is set to perform four shows at the famous venue (three of them already sold out) Jan. 19-20.
by BWW News Desk - December 06, 2018
Billboard opined last month comedian, actor and best-selling author Sebastian Maniscalco "is starting the new year at the top of the comedy game," when announcing he would be taking the Madison Square Garden stage on Saturday, January 19, 2019. They weren't wrong. Additional shows sold out as quickly as they were added. Dubbed "one of standup comedy's breakthrough performers" in a recent CBS Sunday Morning profile, and "the comedian's comedian" by PEOPLE, Maniscalco is set to perform four shows at the famous venue (three of them already sold out) Jan. 19-20.
Wayne Horvitz Celebrates Double Album Release At Roulette, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2018
Known for his multifaceted musical personality, composer/musician Wayne Horvitz displays his remarkably singular and distinguishable sound in two new recordings: his debut pianos/keys-bass-drums trio album The Snowghost Sessions (Songlines, 10.05.18) and his debut orchestral CD Those Who Remain (National Sawdust Tracks, 10.12.18). Both are complemented by a nationwide tour culminating in a New York City CD release concert at Brooklyn's Roulette, December 5, 2018. (Please scroll below for complete tour schedule.)
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2018
Known for his multifaceted musical personality, composer/musician Wayne Horvitz displays his remarkably singular and distinguishable sound in two new recordings: his debut pianos/keys-bass-drums trio album The Snowghost Sessions (Songlines, 10.05.18) and his debut orchestral CD Those Who Remain (National Sawdust Tracks, 10.12.18). Both are complemented by a nationwide tour culminating in a New York City CD release concert at Brooklyn's Roulette, December 5, 2018. (Please scroll below for complete tour schedule.)
Seattle Opera Presents IL TROVATORE
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
When Verdi sat down to compose Il trovatore, he had no idea that he was creating opera's version of Game of Thrones. But this is how stage director Dan Wallace Miller describes this tale of revenge, which opens at McCaw Hall in January 2019. Similar to a certain TV show, Il trovatore is dark and brutal-the most merciless of all nineteenth-century operas. And yet, it's also a crowd-pleaser, one known for lengthy applause during the middle of performances. Why? Miller says it's all about the music.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
When Verdi sat down to compose Il trovatore, he had no idea that he was creating opera's version of Game of Thrones. But this is how stage director Dan Wallace Miller describes this tale of revenge, which opens at McCaw Hall in January 2019. Similar to a certain TV show, Il trovatore is dark and brutal-the most merciless of all nineteenth-century operas. And yet, it's also a crowd-pleaser, one known for lengthy applause during the middle of performances. Why? Miller says it's all about the music.
VIDEO: First Look at 'Easy Street' From ANNIE at 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of the beloved musical Annie, which plays this holiday season through December 30, 2018. The 5th is excited to introduce Visesia Fakatoufifita of Tacoma, WA, and Faith Young of Kent, WA, who make their 5th Avenue Theatre debuts alternating the title role.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The 5th Avenue Theatre's new production of the beloved musical Annie, which plays this holiday season through December 30, 2018. The 5th is excited to introduce Visesia Fakatoufifita of Tacoma, WA, and Faith Young of Kent, WA, who make their 5th Avenue Theatre debuts alternating the title role.
Vote For The 2018 BWW Seattle Awards; HAMILTON Leads Best Musical Tour!
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
by BWW Staff - December 03, 2018
There's just one month left to vote for the 2018 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards, brought to you by BroadwayHD! Readers are already setting records as they vote for their favorites. Regional productions, touring shows, and more are all included in the awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2018. Our local editors set the categories, our readers submitted their nominees, and now you get to vote for your favorites! Voting will continue through December 31st, 2018.
BWW Review: MY ANTONIA at Book-It Repertory Theatre
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - December 03, 2018
Book-It Repertory Theatre has a winner on its hands. MY ANTONIA sings with triumph as a story we both know by heart and one we long to hear. It deftly deals with the issues of love and loss, class divide, and immigration. Whether a century ago or current day, the story of My Antonia is remarkable for its beauty and authenticity.
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - December 03, 2018
Book-It Repertory Theatre has a winner on its hands. MY ANTONIA sings with triumph as a story we both know by heart and one we long to hear. It deftly deals with the issues of love and loss, class divide, and immigration. Whether a century ago or current day, the story of My Antonia is remarkable for its beauty and authenticity.
The Washington Ballet to Perform THE NUTCRACKER
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
The Washington Ballet is pleased to announce a special performance of Septime Webre's The Nutcracker on Friday, December 7 at 7PM, featuring the Washington Nationals Racing Presidents; George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt will take the stage during Act II to perform Frontiersman.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
The Washington Ballet is pleased to announce a special performance of Septime Webre's The Nutcracker on Friday, December 7 at 7PM, featuring the Washington Nationals Racing Presidents; George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt will take the stage during Act II to perform Frontiersman.
Dance With Anzanga African Marimba Music January 18 At BPA
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, Anzanga makes its 7th annual appearance on Friday, 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.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, Anzanga makes its 7th annual appearance on Friday, 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.
Duane Goad Headlines Stand-Up Night LIVE 2! At BPA Jan. 19
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Stand-Up Night Live is back with headliner Duane Goad (FX, NBC, 'The 206'), host Dan Rosenberg, live music with Westerly Sound, and special guests Nigel Larson and Claire Webber.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Stand-Up Night Live is back with headliner Duane Goad (FX, NBC, 'The 206'), host Dan Rosenberg, live music with Westerly Sound, and special guests Nigel Larson and Claire Webber.
BPA's Irish Play Series Returns January 12 With THE SEAFARER
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Irish author Conor McPherson's play The Seafarer is a black comedy set over the course of a long evening of family, friends, and drink one Christmas Eve in Dublin. The play centers on James "Sharky" Harkin, who has recently returned to Dublin and moved in with his older, quarrelsome sibling Richard. As guests drop by, drinks start to flow, stories are retold, and secrets begin to emerge as Sharky has to deal with one friend who seems to be staying on permanently, rather than return home to his own family, and another who is now the partner of his ex-wife, and with whom, annoyingly, he seems very happy.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Irish author Conor McPherson's play The Seafarer is a black comedy set over the course of a long evening of family, friends, and drink one Christmas Eve in Dublin. The play centers on James "Sharky" Harkin, who has recently returned to Dublin and moved in with his older, quarrelsome sibling Richard. As guests drop by, drinks start to flow, stories are retold, and secrets begin to emerge as Sharky has to deal with one friend who seems to be staying on permanently, rather than return home to his own family, and another who is now the partner of his ex-wife, and with whom, annoyingly, he seems very happy.
Launch The New Year With Laughs And The EDGE On January 5
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Launch the New Year with laughter and The EDGE Improv on January 5 at BPA. The troupe skillfully delivers imagination on demand, divined spontaneously from audience suggestions. As troupe member Cynthia Lair reflects, "Only onstage with The EDGE is there an amusement park where you pay to sit in a hole, an elevator full of people taking a shower, and an exotic dancing car repair shop. All totally believable."
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Launch the New Year with laughter and The EDGE Improv on January 5 at BPA. The troupe skillfully delivers imagination on demand, divined spontaneously from audience suggestions. As troupe member Cynthia Lair reflects, "Only onstage with The EDGE is there an amusement park where you pay to sit in a hole, an elevator full of people taking a shower, and an exotic dancing car repair shop. All totally believable."
BPA Gallery Announces January First Friday Art Walk: “Floralscapes”
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Join the BPA Gallery January 4 for an artist reception and an enjoyable evening of art and friends. Sandy Haight's paintings will immerse you in the luminous and sensual up-close magnificence of nature's bloom. In "Floralscapes," her work pushes beyond the representational to become dynamic, powerful, and alive to viewers. With painstaking layers of transparent glazes she intensifies the colors to reach glowing depths not usually associated with watercolor paintings.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2018
Join the BPA Gallery January 4 for an artist reception and an enjoyable evening of art and friends. Sandy Haight's paintings will immerse you in the luminous and sensual up-close magnificence of nature's bloom. In "Floralscapes," her work pushes beyond the representational to become dynamic, powerful, and alive to viewers. With painstaking layers of transparent glazes she intensifies the colors to reach glowing depths not usually associated with watercolor paintings.
BWW Review: A VERY DIE HARD CHRISTMAS at Seattle Public Theater - Come Out to the Bathhouse, Have a Few Laughs
by Jay Irwin - December 02, 2018
Dear Readers, I need you to stop what you're doing right now (including reading this review) and go to www.seattlepublictheater.com and get your tickets to the most ridiculous fun you'll have this holiday season, 'A Very Die Hard Christmas'. Seriously tickets are going fast so do it now and then come back and read the rest of this. I'll wait here and sing softly to myself while you're gone. ('If you like Pina Coladas, getting' caught in the rain. If you're not into yoga. If you have half a brain…') Oh, you're back? Did you do it? Good. Now let me tell you about the glorious show you just bought tickets to from the brilliance of Mark Siano, John Kranz, Jeff Schell, and the deliciously demented minds of The Habit.
by Jay Irwin - December 02, 2018
Dear Readers, I need you to stop what you're doing right now (including reading this review) and go to www.seattlepublictheater.com and get your tickets to the most ridiculous fun you'll have this holiday season, 'A Very Die Hard Christmas'. Seriously tickets are going fast so do it now and then come back and read the rest of this. I'll wait here and sing softly to myself while you're gone. ('If you like Pina Coladas, getting' caught in the rain. If you're not into yoga. If you have half a brain…') Oh, you're back? Did you do it? Good. Now let me tell you about the glorious show you just bought tickets to from the brilliance of Mark Siano, John Kranz, Jeff Schell, and the deliciously demented minds of The Habit.
BWW Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at SMT Filled with Talent ... When it Gets Through
by Jay Irwin - December 02, 2018
Seattle Musical Theatre has taken on Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" for the holidays, that bright and frothy, crowd-pleaser of a tuner. And while for this production they've managed to gather up some stellar talent, that talent sometimes has a hard time getting through the noise, or in most cases, the lack of noise.
by Jay Irwin - December 02, 2018
Seattle Musical Theatre has taken on Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" for the holidays, that bright and frothy, crowd-pleaser of a tuner. And while for this production they've managed to gather up some stellar talent, that talent sometimes has a hard time getting through the noise, or in most cases, the lack of noise.
BWW Review: Leapin' Lizards, The 5th Ave's ANNIE is a Heartfelt Joyride!
by Jay Irwin - December 01, 2018
You may say, Dear Readers, that it's impossible to have a bad production of the Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin classic "Annie". Throw some precocious kids on stage, belt out those recognizable tunes and you're gold. Well, I beg to differ as I've seen my share of "Annie" productions that missed the point, or the heart or maybe just didn't quite have the kids to pull it off well. (You know what they say, never work with kids or animals and this show has BOTH!) Well the current production at the 5th Avenue not only has the perfect tone for this boisterously fun old time musical, but they know exactly where the heart is in the show and in the audience and which buttons to push on both. Not to mention those precocious kids all seem to be consummate professionals with killer voices. So much so I'm suspecting they were actually just short adults. Maybe?
by Jay Irwin - December 01, 2018
You may say, Dear Readers, that it's impossible to have a bad production of the Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse, and Martin Charnin classic "Annie". Throw some precocious kids on stage, belt out those recognizable tunes and you're gold. Well, I beg to differ as I've seen my share of "Annie" productions that missed the point, or the heart or maybe just didn't quite have the kids to pull it off well. (You know what they say, never work with kids or animals and this show has BOTH!) Well the current production at the 5th Avenue not only has the perfect tone for this boisterously fun old time musical, but they know exactly where the heart is in the show and in the audience and which buttons to push on both. Not to mention those precocious kids all seem to be consummate professionals with killer voices. So much so I'm suspecting they were actually just short adults. Maybe?
Seattle Welcomes Jim Brickman
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2018
Be part of the holiday concert tradition of the season with Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Benaroya Hall.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2018
Be part of the holiday concert tradition of the season with Grammy nominated songwriter and piano sensation Jim Brickman as he celebrates A Joyful Christmas at the Benaroya Hall.
New Pro-Womxn & LGBTQIA+ Theater Opens Holiday Show Today
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2018
New Theater Group focuses on pro-womxn & LGBTQIA-positive roles
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2018
New Theater Group focuses on pro-womxn & LGBTQIA-positive roles
X-MAS: A MERRY MUTANT HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR Takes Seattle By Storm
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Christian Duhamel, recipient of the 2018 Kleban Award for most promising musical librettist, debuts a new musical at The Pocket Theater December 7-10.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Christian Duhamel, recipient of the 2018 Kleban Award for most promising musical librettist, debuts a new musical at The Pocket Theater December 7-10.
BWW Review: Seattle Rep's IN THE HEIGHTS Will Bring You Home
by Jay Irwin - November 30, 2018
Before there was "Hamilton" there was "In the Heights". I know I'm a nerd, but it floors me how many people don't know that. Most theater aficionados know of "Hamilton" and by extension of Lin-Manuel Miranda but have a blind spot for "In the Heights" the Tony winning show that put Miranda on the map. And while it certainly feels like an early work from the man who would become King, it's still quite stunning and ground breaking for its time and the production from the Seattle Rep manages to capture all the heat and heart that the show demands.
by Jay Irwin - November 30, 2018
Before there was "Hamilton" there was "In the Heights". I know I'm a nerd, but it floors me how many people don't know that. Most theater aficionados know of "Hamilton" and by extension of Lin-Manuel Miranda but have a blind spot for "In the Heights" the Tony winning show that put Miranda on the map. And while it certainly feels like an early work from the man who would become King, it's still quite stunning and ground breaking for its time and the production from the Seattle Rep manages to capture all the heat and heart that the show demands.
Photo Flash: First Look at SCROOGE! THE MUSICAL At Tacoma Little Theatre
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Tacoma Little Theatre continues its 100th Anniversary season and celebrates the holidays with the holiday classic SCROOGE! THE MUSICAL. This musical, with book, music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, is adapted from the 1970 film Scrooge which starred Albert Finney and Sir Alec Guinness, and is directed by Micheal O'Hara, musically directed by Zachary Kellogg, and choreographed by Eric Clausell.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Tacoma Little Theatre continues its 100th Anniversary season and celebrates the holidays with the holiday classic SCROOGE! THE MUSICAL. This musical, with book, music and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse, is adapted from the 1970 film Scrooge which starred Albert Finney and Sir Alec Guinness, and is directed by Micheal O'Hara, musically directed by Zachary Kellogg, and choreographed by Eric Clausell.
Centerstage Presents RAPUNZEL: A British Pantomime
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Centerstage Theatre presents the second show of its 2018-19 season and our eleventh annual Holiday Pantomime! We are kicking off the most festive time of the year with a brand new Pantomime, RAPUNZEL. Full of high energy song and dance, beloved routines, and jokes for every age, RAPUNZEL was written by VINCE BRADY, critically acclaimed actor/director and playwright of last year's best selling Pantomime, Beauty and the Beast.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Centerstage Theatre presents the second show of its 2018-19 season and our eleventh annual Holiday Pantomime! We are kicking off the most festive time of the year with a brand new Pantomime, RAPUNZEL. Full of high energy song and dance, beloved routines, and jokes for every age, RAPUNZEL was written by VINCE BRADY, critically acclaimed actor/director and playwright of last year's best selling Pantomime, Beauty and the Beast.
Seattle Musical Theatre Company Presents JOSEPH & THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Direct from the biblical land of Caanan! Seattle Musical Theatre (SMT) dazzles this holiday season with a spectacular production of Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat. For 13 performances a diverse cast of fresh local talent brings this timeless tale to the stage.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Direct from the biblical land of Caanan! Seattle Musical Theatre (SMT) dazzles this holiday season with a spectacular production of Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat. For 13 performances a diverse cast of fresh local talent brings this timeless tale to the stage.
Macha Theatre Works Presents The PNW Premiere Of VEILS By Tom Coash
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Veils is a two-woman show featuring actors Fathiya Ritter and Alaji. The design team includes Parmida Ziaei (set/props designer), Sadiqua Iman (costume designer), Johanna Melamed (sound designer), Suzi Tucker (projection designer), Zanna King (lighting designer), Mike Stephens (tech supervisor), and Madison Silva (stage manager).
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2018
Veils is a two-woman show featuring actors Fathiya Ritter and Alaji. The design team includes Parmida Ziaei (set/props designer), Sadiqua Iman (costume designer), Johanna Melamed (sound designer), Suzi Tucker (projection designer), Zanna King (lighting designer), Mike Stephens (tech supervisor), and Madison Silva (stage manager).
Breakfast With Santa Is Coming To Town At Tulalip Resort Casino
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Tulalip Resort Casino is bringing Santa Claus to town on Sunday, December 9 from 9 a.m. until 12noon in the Resort's Orca Ballroom. The Ballroom will be adorned with festive decor complete with Candy Cane Arch, Frosty the Snowman, Santa's Reindeer and Elves and a holiday tree-even Mrs. Claus will be there.
by BWW News Desk - November 28, 2018
Tulalip Resort Casino is bringing Santa Claus to town on Sunday, December 9 from 9 a.m. until 12noon in the Resort's Orca Ballroom. The Ballroom will be adorned with festive decor complete with Candy Cane Arch, Frosty the Snowman, Santa's Reindeer and Elves and a holiday tree-even Mrs. Claus will be there.
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