Dessa Tickets Now On Sale at Seattle Theatre Group
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Singer, rapper, and writer Dessa has made a career of bucking genres and defying expectations-her resume as a musician includes performances at Lollapalooza and Glastonbury, co-compositions for 100-voice choir, performances with the Minnesota Orchestra, and a top-200 entry on the Billboard charts for her album Parts of Speech.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Singer, rapper, and writer Dessa has made a career of bucking genres and defying expectations-her resume as a musician includes performances at Lollapalooza and Glastonbury, co-compositions for 100-voice choir, performances with the Minnesota Orchestra, and a top-200 entry on the Billboard charts for her album Parts of Speech.
BWW Review: ArtsWest's PEERLESS is a Well-Executed Tale of Modern Fury
by Amelia Reynolds - January 25, 2018
Would you murder to get into college or could you at least empathize with someone who would? Peerless re-imagines the violent world of Macbeth as a modern struggle fought by anxious over-qualified teens for limited college admission spots. Directed by Sara Porkalob, this adaptation makes collegiate acceptance feel life-or-death.
by Amelia Reynolds - January 25, 2018
Would you murder to get into college or could you at least empathize with someone who would? Peerless re-imagines the violent world of Macbeth as a modern struggle fought by anxious over-qualified teens for limited college admission spots. Directed by Sara Porkalob, this adaptation makes collegiate acceptance feel life-or-death.
Macha Theatre Works Presents World Premiere of SMOKE & DUST
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Teaming up once again, writer Joy McCullough-Carranza and director Amy Poisson embark on their second journey of historical fiction about a strong woman making her way in a man's world. Macha Theatre Works announces the world premiere of SMOKE & DUST, a new play by Joy McCullough-Carranza, on Friday, March 23, 2018 produced in association with Theatre Off Jackson. Directed by Amy Poisson, the show will run through Saturday, April 14, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Teaming up once again, writer Joy McCullough-Carranza and director Amy Poisson embark on their second journey of historical fiction about a strong woman making her way in a man's world. Macha Theatre Works announces the world premiere of SMOKE & DUST, a new play by Joy McCullough-Carranza, on Friday, March 23, 2018 produced in association with Theatre Off Jackson. Directed by Amy Poisson, the show will run through Saturday, April 14, 2018.
Seattle Premiere Of THE VICTORIAN HOTEL Comes to Raisbeck Performance Hall
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
The Victorian Hotel was originally optioned by Henson Studios from Angus Oblong, playwright, when they were looking for an adult show. Henson Studio's decision at the end of the day was between The Victorian Hotel and the show Crank-Yankers. Henson Studios ultimately chose the latter. The Victorian Hotel was quickly reworked as play a presented in California in 2006 by The Rogue Artists Ensemble, in association with The Powerhouse Theatre Company.
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
The Victorian Hotel was originally optioned by Henson Studios from Angus Oblong, playwright, when they were looking for an adult show. Henson Studio's decision at the end of the day was between The Victorian Hotel and the show Crank-Yankers. Henson Studios ultimately chose the latter. The Victorian Hotel was quickly reworked as play a presented in California in 2006 by The Rogue Artists Ensemble, in association with The Powerhouse Theatre Company.
BOXCAR KINGDOM Comes to Slate Theater
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Joe and Jooli: squalorly companions living a squalorly life in an abandoned boxcar. Content to live thus so long as they have something to drink. They whittle away the hours, remembering, forgetting, and grieving. But when three strangers disrupt their carousal and the juice runs dry, all they have is each other - and themselves
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
Joe and Jooli: squalorly companions living a squalorly life in an abandoned boxcar. Content to live thus so long as they have something to drink. They whittle away the hours, remembering, forgetting, and grieving. But when three strangers disrupt their carousal and the juice runs dry, all they have is each other - and themselves
Now On Sale at Seattle Theater Group: Jon Batiste
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Jon Batiste is an internationally acclaimed musician, bandleader and composer. As an educator and television personality, he spreads his unbridled optimism coupled with a profound understanding of the arts. Born into a long lineage of New Orleans musicians, Batiste is a graduate of The Juilliard School with a Master's degree. After graduating, he toured globally with his band Stay Human and currently appears nightly on national television as the bandleader and musical director on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Jon is a Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, Musical Director for The Atlantic and Creative Director of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem. He balances a demanding performance schedule with speaking engagements, curating events, occasional acting and producing opportunities, all while relentlessly composing new music.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Jon Batiste is an internationally acclaimed musician, bandleader and composer. As an educator and television personality, he spreads his unbridled optimism coupled with a profound understanding of the arts. Born into a long lineage of New Orleans musicians, Batiste is a graduate of The Juilliard School with a Master's degree. After graduating, he toured globally with his band Stay Human and currently appears nightly on national television as the bandleader and musical director on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. Jon is a Forbes 30 under 30 honoree, Musical Director for The Atlantic and Creative Director of the National Jazz Museum in Harlem. He balances a demanding performance schedule with speaking engagements, curating events, occasional acting and producing opportunities, all while relentlessly composing new music.
Seattle Musical Theatre to Save the Stage
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Seattle Musical Theatre (SMT) has received an award from the Morgan Family Foundation to rebuild the stage at their historic theatre in Magnuson Park. SMT began its campaign to 'Save the Stage' after an inspection in 2016 revealed that the temporary stage built ten years earlier was literally on its last legs. The supporting infrastructure, after years of shimming, bracing, and leveling, was beyond saving and would need to be demolished and rebuilt.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Seattle Musical Theatre (SMT) has received an award from the Morgan Family Foundation to rebuild the stage at their historic theatre in Magnuson Park. SMT began its campaign to 'Save the Stage' after an inspection in 2016 revealed that the temporary stage built ten years earlier was literally on its last legs. The supporting infrastructure, after years of shimming, bracing, and leveling, was beyond saving and would need to be demolished and rebuilt.
AMERICAN CRIME Actor Takes Stage for Adaptation of Junot Díaz Novel
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Repertory Theatre is hosting Literature to Life/Young Audiences of New York to present a stage adaptation of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao. This Pulitzer Prize-winning 2008 novel written by Junot D az was adapted and directed for the stage by Elise Thoron and will be performed by Elvis Nolasco from the Emmy-winning ABC show American Crime. This collaboration across the coasts is the first time Book-It has hosted another company in its 28-year history.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Repertory Theatre is hosting Literature to Life/Young Audiences of New York to present a stage adaptation of The Brief Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao. This Pulitzer Prize-winning 2008 novel written by Junot D az was adapted and directed for the stage by Elise Thoron and will be performed by Elvis Nolasco from the Emmy-winning ABC show American Crime. This collaboration across the coasts is the first time Book-It has hosted another company in its 28-year history.
UW Musical Theater Program Presents ANYTHING GOES
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Theater Program presents its fourth annual production, Anything Goes, directed by 5th Avenue Theatre Casting Director Kelsey Thorgalsen. The show runs March 9th though 18th, with previews March 7th and 8th, at the Floyd and Delores Jones Playhouse at 4045 University Way NE.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Theater Program presents its fourth annual production, Anything Goes, directed by 5th Avenue Theatre Casting Director Kelsey Thorgalsen. The show runs March 9th though 18th, with previews March 7th and 8th, at the Floyd and Delores Jones Playhouse at 4045 University Way NE.
Mark St. Germain Drama Opens Taproot Theatre's 2018 Season
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Taproot Theatre Company will open its 2018 Jewell Mainstage Season the Mark St. Germain drama, Camping with Henry and Tom. The four-person show features three titans of history: Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and Warren G. Harding. Taproot's Producing Artistic Director, Scott Nolte, directs. Single tickets are available online at taproottheatre.org, by phone at 206.781.9707 or in person at 204 N 85th St. Discounts are available for groups of 8 or more by calling 206.781.9707 or by visiting taproottheatre.org/group-sales/.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Taproot Theatre Company will open its 2018 Jewell Mainstage Season the Mark St. Germain drama, Camping with Henry and Tom. The four-person show features three titans of history: Henry Ford, Thomas Edison and Warren G. Harding. Taproot's Producing Artistic Director, Scott Nolte, directs. Single tickets are available online at taproottheatre.org, by phone at 206.781.9707 or in person at 204 N 85th St. Discounts are available for groups of 8 or more by calling 206.781.9707 or by visiting taproottheatre.org/group-sales/.
Announcing The Nominees For The 2017 GYPSY ROSE LEE AWARDS By The Seattle Theater Writers
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Seattle's critics announce the Nominees of Excellence in Seattle theatrical productions. Spanning dozens of theater companies and productions, from large and prominent to small and humble, the Gypsy Rose Lee Awards honor the excellence found in as much professional theater as we reviewers can attend in a year. Named in honor of the famed theater entrepreneur and Seattle native, Gypsy Rose Lee, and in a nod to the vast numbers or theater practitioners forced to travel the country to earn their living, the Gypsys seek to acknowledge the excellence of the Seattle theater community.
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Seattle's critics announce the Nominees of Excellence in Seattle theatrical productions. Spanning dozens of theater companies and productions, from large and prominent to small and humble, the Gypsy Rose Lee Awards honor the excellence found in as much professional theater as we reviewers can attend in a year. Named in honor of the famed theater entrepreneur and Seattle native, Gypsy Rose Lee, and in a nod to the vast numbers or theater practitioners forced to travel the country to earn their living, the Gypsys seek to acknowledge the excellence of the Seattle theater community.
ACT Theatre Announces 2018 Core Company
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
ACT- A Contemporary Theatre is pleased to announce its 2018 Season Core Company. This year's Core actors are Christine Marie Brown, Avery Clark, Rachel Guyer- Mafune, Brandon O'Neill, and Chip Sherman. Each Core actor will be featured in at least two Mainstage shows, and will serve as artistic ambassadors throughout the season. In addition to the actors, ACT has added a playwright to the Core Company and is elated to announce that Yussef El Guindi will fill that role. El Guindi was the winner of the Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award for Pilgrims Musa and Sheri in the New World, which premiered at ACT in 2012. The Core actors will work closely with the playwright and his development of new work over the year.
by BWW News Desk - January 23, 2018
ACT- A Contemporary Theatre is pleased to announce its 2018 Season Core Company. This year's Core actors are Christine Marie Brown, Avery Clark, Rachel Guyer- Mafune, Brandon O'Neill, and Chip Sherman. Each Core actor will be featured in at least two Mainstage shows, and will serve as artistic ambassadors throughout the season. In addition to the actors, ACT has added a playwright to the Core Company and is elated to announce that Yussef El Guindi will fill that role. El Guindi was the winner of the Steinberg/American Theatre Critics Association New Play Award for Pilgrims Musa and Sheri in the New World, which premiered at ACT in 2012. The Core actors will work closely with the playwright and his development of new work over the year.
Sound Theatre Company Presents YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Sound Theatre Company is proud to present the YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, the first play of Sound Theatre's 2018 Season, THE HUMAN FAMILY: Toward A Radical Inclusion. In 2018, we challenge our audiences to consider how we define family, what members of the human family we include, and whose stories we choose to tell.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Sound Theatre Company is proud to present the YOU CAN'T TAKE IT WITH YOU by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart, the first play of Sound Theatre's 2018 Season, THE HUMAN FAMILY: Toward A Radical Inclusion. In 2018, we challenge our audiences to consider how we define family, what members of the human family we include, and whose stories we choose to tell.
Ludovic Morlot, Part 2: The Next Chapter
by Erica Miner - January 22, 2018
Morlot discusses his future plans after the Seattle Symphony
by Erica Miner - January 22, 2018
Morlot discusses his future plans after the Seattle Symphony
SWALLOW by Stef Smith Opens 2/2 at Theatre Schmeater
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Who said smashing things up was a bad thing? Three strangers are about to face their demons head on.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
Who said smashing things up was a bad thing? Three strangers are about to face their demons head on.
BWW Review: Gin and Toxic Masculinity with Village Theatre's Brutal THE GIN GAME
by Amelia Reynolds - January 22, 2018
'The Gin Game' is a two-act, two person play about two septuagenarians playing cards together, bored in their retirement home. Neither Weller Martin nor Fonsia Dorsey have visitors on Visitor's Day, so they find themselves outside together, and kill time by playing gin rummy. They make polite conversation about their families both divorcees without family nearby and bond over mutual complaints about the retirement home's food. But round after round of gin, Fonsia, a gin rummy novice, beats Weller, and Weller gets increasingly frustrated with Fonsia's improbable winning streak. How could Fonsia keep beating him when he was the one who taught her how to play?
by Amelia Reynolds - January 22, 2018
'The Gin Game' is a two-act, two person play about two septuagenarians playing cards together, bored in their retirement home. Neither Weller Martin nor Fonsia Dorsey have visitors on Visitor's Day, so they find themselves outside together, and kill time by playing gin rummy. They make polite conversation about their families both divorcees without family nearby and bond over mutual complaints about the retirement home's food. But round after round of gin, Fonsia, a gin rummy novice, beats Weller, and Weller gets increasingly frustrated with Fonsia's improbable winning streak. How could Fonsia keep beating him when he was the one who taught her how to play?
Ian Bell's Brown Derby Series Presents VALLEY OF THE DOLLS
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
In 1999, Ian Bell's Brown Derby Series began with a one-night-only 'Ridiculously Staged Reading the iconic screenplay VALLEY of the DOLLS. Over the past 19 years, The Brown Derby Series has taken its place as a Seattle comedy institution with a dedicated cult following. Under-rehearsed and equipped with cardboard props and plenty of silly string, Director Ian Bell continues to team up with Seattle's funniest actors to put their warped spin on classic Hollywood screenplays.
by BWW News Desk - January 22, 2018
In 1999, Ian Bell's Brown Derby Series began with a one-night-only 'Ridiculously Staged Reading the iconic screenplay VALLEY of the DOLLS. Over the past 19 years, The Brown Derby Series has taken its place as a Seattle comedy institution with a dedicated cult following. Under-rehearsed and equipped with cardboard props and plenty of silly string, Director Ian Bell continues to team up with Seattle's funniest actors to put their warped spin on classic Hollywood screenplays.
BWW Review: BOHEMIA Delights All the Senses
by Jay Irwin - January 21, 2018
Whether or not you actually drink the absinthe (and there is plenty of it flowing) the green fairies are out in full force at the latest venture from Opal Peachey and Mark Siano, Bohemia , currently playing at The Triple Door. Should you catch this eye-popping extravaganza (and you should) be prepared for an evening of decadence for your eyes, ears, and taste buds. I'm sure Siano and Peachey would have liked to have included the other two senses as well but that might have landed us back in the territory of their previous hit show, Seattle Vice although some of the numbers came pretty close to that territory.
by Jay Irwin - January 21, 2018
Whether or not you actually drink the absinthe (and there is plenty of it flowing) the green fairies are out in full force at the latest venture from Opal Peachey and Mark Siano, Bohemia , currently playing at The Triple Door. Should you catch this eye-popping extravaganza (and you should) be prepared for an evening of decadence for your eyes, ears, and taste buds. I'm sure Siano and Peachey would have liked to have included the other two senses as well but that might have landed us back in the territory of their previous hit show, Seattle Vice although some of the numbers came pretty close to that territory.
Ludovic Morlot, Part 1: The Importance of Being Berlioz
by Erica Miner - January 21, 2018
Based on Shakespeare's delightful comic romp Much Ado About Nothing, the opera embodies the composer's love for the Bard
by Erica Miner - January 21, 2018
Based on Shakespeare's delightful comic romp Much Ado About Nothing, the opera embodies the composer's love for the Bard
Vox Fabuli Announces Puppet Class For The New Year at Theatre Puget Sound
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Looking for the perfect gift for the new-experience seeker on your list? Help them start 2018 on a delightfully zany note with a puppet class! Or heck, treat yourself. (The more the merrier where puppets are concerned.)
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Looking for the perfect gift for the new-experience seeker on your list? Help them start 2018 on a delightfully zany note with a puppet class! Or heck, treat yourself. (The more the merrier where puppets are concerned.)
STAND-UP NIGHT Comes to Bainbridge with Headliner Brad Upton
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Break in the New Year with an evening of LIVE stand-up with host DAN ROSENBERG, special guest BRIDGET YOUNG, and headliner BRAD UPTON. Sharing the stage are band leader RAFFI MINASIAN and announcer JONATHAN HIBBS.
by BWW News Desk - January 20, 2018
Break in the New Year with an evening of LIVE stand-up with host DAN ROSENBERG, special guest BRIDGET YOUNG, and headliner BRAD UPTON. Sharing the stage are band leader RAFFI MINASIAN and announcer JONATHAN HIBBS.
BWW Review: Strawberry Theatre Workshop's Riveting FROST/NIXON a Must See
by Jay Irwin - January 19, 2018
Peter Morgan's brilliant look at the dissection of one of the most powerful men in the country by one whom many considered a joke, 'Frost/Nixon', is enough of an enticement to want to see Strawberry Theatre Workshop's current production. But then when you hear that director Greg Carter has cast the predominantly male show with all women you could find yourself of two minds. Either, 'cool, this will be interesting' or, 'oh, another gimmick casting'. But I want you to put the idea that it's an all-female cast out of your mind as that's not the point. Sure, it's great that these actresses get to play these meaty, traditionally male roles but what you should focus on is how each of them, especially Alexandra Tavares and Amy Thone as the titular David Frost and Richard Nixon, are simply the best people for the roles. And what they create for us is a thrilling game of cat and mouse where the role of the cat keeps changing.
by Jay Irwin - January 19, 2018
Peter Morgan's brilliant look at the dissection of one of the most powerful men in the country by one whom many considered a joke, 'Frost/Nixon', is enough of an enticement to want to see Strawberry Theatre Workshop's current production. But then when you hear that director Greg Carter has cast the predominantly male show with all women you could find yourself of two minds. Either, 'cool, this will be interesting' or, 'oh, another gimmick casting'. But I want you to put the idea that it's an all-female cast out of your mind as that's not the point. Sure, it's great that these actresses get to play these meaty, traditionally male roles but what you should focus on is how each of them, especially Alexandra Tavares and Amy Thone as the titular David Frost and Richard Nixon, are simply the best people for the roles. And what they create for us is a thrilling game of cat and mouse where the role of the cat keeps changing.
Photo Flash: Tacoma Little Theatre presents CHILDREN OF A LESSER GOD
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
Tacoma Little Theatre presents the powerful award-winning drama, Children of a Lesser God, directed by Rick Hornor.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
Tacoma Little Theatre presents the powerful award-winning drama, Children of a Lesser God, directed by Rick Hornor.
Anzanga Marimba Ensemble Brings Energizing Music To Bainrbridge, Today
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, celebrate a day of community with your friends and neighbors as the Anzanga Marimba Ensemble returns for it's 6th annual appearance at BPA to perform the lively and beautiful melodies of Southern Africa, one night only on January 19. Anzanga celebrates 30 years performing throughout the Northwest and globally. This Seattle-based ensemble brings the electrifying and energizing music of African marimba to the national and international stage with regional appearances at the Northwest Folklife Festival and Bumbershoot as well as performances in South Africa and China. The troupe's repertoire is primarily from Zimbabwe, with influences from throughout Africa, in addition to original compositions. This special public performance is part of BPA's Cultural Outreach Program.
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
In honor of Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday, celebrate a day of community with your friends and neighbors as the Anzanga Marimba Ensemble returns for it's 6th annual appearance at BPA to perform the lively and beautiful melodies of Southern Africa, one night only on January 19. Anzanga celebrates 30 years performing throughout the Northwest and globally. This Seattle-based ensemble brings the electrifying and energizing music of African marimba to the national and international stage with regional appearances at the Northwest Folklife Festival and Bumbershoot as well as performances in South Africa and China. The troupe's repertoire is primarily from Zimbabwe, with influences from throughout Africa, in addition to original compositions. This special public performance is part of BPA's Cultural Outreach Program.
Twelfth Night Productions presents NEXT TO NORMAL
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
Twelfth Night Productions (TNP) is proud to present NEXT TO NORMAL.
by BWW News Desk - January 18, 2018
Twelfth Night Productions (TNP) is proud to present NEXT TO NORMAL.
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