ELF The Musical Brings Holiday Cheer to Seattle, Today
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
Everyone's favorite ELF will be coming to Seattle in the holiday classic, Elf The Musical. The Broadway musical will play a limited engagement at The Paramount Theatre beginning Today, December 5.
by BWW News Desk - December 05, 2017
Everyone's favorite ELF will be coming to Seattle in the holiday classic, Elf The Musical. The Broadway musical will play a limited engagement at The Paramount Theatre beginning Today, December 5.
IBSEN IN CHICAGO Now On Sale at Seattle Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2017
Ibsen In Chicago by David Grimm world premiere directed by Braden Abraham In 1882, an unlikely ensemble of scrappy Scandinavian immigrants converge to put on a play in Boomtown Chicago. As this ragtag group of new Americans rehearse a controversial new play written by their fellow countryman Henrik Ibsen, their various enmities and misunderstandings take on vaudevillian proportions.
by BWW News Desk - December 04, 2017
Ibsen In Chicago by David Grimm world premiere directed by Braden Abraham In 1882, an unlikely ensemble of scrappy Scandinavian immigrants converge to put on a play in Boomtown Chicago. As this ragtag group of new Americans rehearse a controversial new play written by their fellow countryman Henrik Ibsen, their various enmities and misunderstandings take on vaudevillian proportions.
BWW Review: 5th Ave's HOLIDAY INN Hits All the Right Notes but Misses the Spark
by Jay Irwin - December 04, 2017
I should start, Dear Readers, by saying that I've been spoiled where the stage musical of Holiday Inn is concerned. Spoiled by the filmed version of the recent Broadway incarnation which captured every single ounce of Broadway magic you'd want. So, while the current production of this wonderful Irving Berlin classic at the 5th Avenue is a lot of fun and looks quite like the Broadway (not surprising since the sets and costumes were based on the Broadway designs) it just didn't quite live up to that spark of the Broadway for a few key reasons that we'll get to in a bit.
by Jay Irwin - December 04, 2017
I should start, Dear Readers, by saying that I've been spoiled where the stage musical of Holiday Inn is concerned. Spoiled by the filmed version of the recent Broadway incarnation which captured every single ounce of Broadway magic you'd want. So, while the current production of this wonderful Irving Berlin classic at the 5th Avenue is a lot of fun and looks quite like the Broadway (not surprising since the sets and costumes were based on the Broadway designs) it just didn't quite live up to that spark of the Broadway for a few key reasons that we'll get to in a bit.
BPA & BSO Announce Music Director Finalists
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2017
BSO Music Director Wesley Schulz's December 31st departure portends a springtime evolution for the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra.
by BWW News Desk - December 03, 2017
BSO Music Director Wesley Schulz's December 31st departure portends a springtime evolution for the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra.
BWW Review: A Few Qualms but HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE from Book-It is a Delight
by Jay Irwin - December 03, 2017
Book-It Repertory Theatre already routinely manages the difficult task of presenting literature in the Book-It style and making it flow and engage in a theatrical way, but apparently they felt this challenge wasn't enough for them as now they've attempted to add in music to that mix with their new adaptation of Howl's Moving Castle , currently playing at the Center Theatre. And while the result is still quite delightful, the insertion of music and lyrics into an already dense story in the Book-It style may have made the story a bit over complicated at times.
by Jay Irwin - December 03, 2017
Book-It Repertory Theatre already routinely manages the difficult task of presenting literature in the Book-It style and making it flow and engage in a theatrical way, but apparently they felt this challenge wasn't enough for them as now they've attempted to add in music to that mix with their new adaptation of Howl's Moving Castle , currently playing at the Center Theatre. And while the result is still quite delightful, the insertion of music and lyrics into an already dense story in the Book-It style may have made the story a bit over complicated at times.
BWW Review: More Raucous Holiday Hilarity with HAM FOR THE HOLIDAYS: THE HAMCHURIAN CANDIDATE at ACT
by Jay Irwin - December 02, 2017
Most people have that thing every year that signals the beginning of the Holiday season; seeing the lights downtown, that first pumpkin spice whatever, or braving the crowds on Black Friday. For me, the Holidays don't really begin until I get to enjoy my favorite annual show from Seattle treasures Peggy Platt and Lisa Koch, Ham for the Holidays . And their current incarnation, The Hamchurian Candidate currently playing at ACT certainly rang in the holiday season with a bang and a chainsaw and some aerobicize videos that I can never un-see.
by Jay Irwin - December 02, 2017
Most people have that thing every year that signals the beginning of the Holiday season; seeing the lights downtown, that first pumpkin spice whatever, or braving the crowds on Black Friday. For me, the Holidays don't really begin until I get to enjoy my favorite annual show from Seattle treasures Peggy Platt and Lisa Koch, Ham for the Holidays . And their current incarnation, The Hamchurian Candidate currently playing at ACT certainly rang in the holiday season with a bang and a chainsaw and some aerobicize videos that I can never un-see.
Seattle Public Theater Unveils New Holiday Double-Header
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
Seattle Public Theater's holiday double-header returns this season with beloved Seattle favorite Christmastown: A Holiday Noir, to be directed by Co-Producing Artistic Director Kelly Kitchens, and the newly-commissioned world premiere of The Flight Before Xmas by local Gregory Award-nominated playwright Maggie Lee.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
Seattle Public Theater's holiday double-header returns this season with beloved Seattle favorite Christmastown: A Holiday Noir, to be directed by Co-Producing Artistic Director Kelly Kitchens, and the newly-commissioned world premiere of The Flight Before Xmas by local Gregory Award-nominated playwright Maggie Lee.
The EDGE Offers an Antidote for the Holiday Blues 12/2 at BPA
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
Need an antidote for the holiday blues? The EDGE Improv delivers hilarious imagination on demand, and you won't want to miss their December 2nd show at BPA, where the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from shrewd onlookers since the beginning of time.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2017
Need an antidote for the holiday blues? The EDGE Improv delivers hilarious imagination on demand, and you won't want to miss their December 2nd show at BPA, where the troupe's riotous antics have inspired rave reviews from shrewd onlookers since the beginning of time.
Photo Flash: Tacoma Little Theatre presents SEUSSICAL!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Tacoma Little Theatre brightens the holiday season with Seussical the Musical, directed by Jen York, choregraphed by Eric Clausell, and musically directed by Terry O'Hara.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Tacoma Little Theatre brightens the holiday season with Seussical the Musical, directed by Jen York, choregraphed by Eric Clausell, and musically directed by Terry O'Hara.
BWW Review: Azeotrope's Brilliantly Horrifying BUILDING THE WALL is a Must See!
by Jay Irwin - December 01, 2017
Lately friends have been asking me what shows I'm most looking forward to this holiday season. And while it's not a happy Christmas show I keep answering Building the Wall currently being offered from Azeotrope at 12th Avenue Arts. Then those friends look as me quizzically, I assume expecting some frothy musical or holiday classic at which point I say, the new play from Robert Schenkkan, who wrote All the Way and The Great Society about LBJ at which point those quizzical looks, rightfully, turn to ones of excitement and intrigue over another dose from a genius playwright. And now, Dear Readers, that I've virtually had the same conversation with you, you can understand why I tell you this is a play NOT TO MISS and how you MUST go get your tickets now. I'll wait. Did you do it yet? OK. Now on with the review.
by Jay Irwin - December 01, 2017
Lately friends have been asking me what shows I'm most looking forward to this holiday season. And while it's not a happy Christmas show I keep answering Building the Wall currently being offered from Azeotrope at 12th Avenue Arts. Then those friends look as me quizzically, I assume expecting some frothy musical or holiday classic at which point I say, the new play from Robert Schenkkan, who wrote All the Way and The Great Society about LBJ at which point those quizzical looks, rightfully, turn to ones of excitement and intrigue over another dose from a genius playwright. And now, Dear Readers, that I've virtually had the same conversation with you, you can understand why I tell you this is a play NOT TO MISS and how you MUST go get your tickets now. I'll wait. Did you do it yet? OK. Now on with the review.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of Book-It Rep's Stage Adaptation of HOWL'S MOVING CASTLE in Seattle
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Book-It Repertory Theatre brings magic, adventure, and inspiration this holiday season with Howl's Moving Castle, a new musical based on an original book by Diana Wynne Jones. Founding Co-Artistic Director Myra Platt has adapted and will direct the musical stage adaptation of the award-winning fantasy novel that features music and lyrics by local performer Justin Huertas. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company below!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Book-It Repertory Theatre brings magic, adventure, and inspiration this holiday season with Howl's Moving Castle, a new musical based on an original book by Diana Wynne Jones. Founding Co-Artistic Director Myra Platt has adapted and will direct the musical stage adaptation of the award-winning fantasy novel that features music and lyrics by local performer Justin Huertas. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the company below!
Vote For the 2017 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards; SOMETHING ROTTEN Leads Best Tour!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
The 2017 awards honor productions which opened between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL Returns To SSR This December
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
In its fifth year of production, this original adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is rich with traditional carols, alive with color and movement, and created to tell this enduring tale in a fashion that will appeal to people of all ages. Join the SSR family and celebrate this timeless seasonal classic right here in Redmond.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
In its fifth year of production, this original adaptation of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol is rich with traditional carols, alive with color and movement, and created to tell this enduring tale in a fashion that will appeal to people of all ages. Join the SSR family and celebrate this timeless seasonal classic right here in Redmond.
Photo Flash: First Look at CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG at Bainbridge Performing Arts
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming's children's book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins), CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG is one family-friendly blockbuster that audiences will find 'Truly Scrumptious.' BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action at Bainbridge Performing Arts below!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming's children's book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins), CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG is one family-friendly blockbuster that audiences will find 'Truly Scrumptious.' BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action at Bainbridge Performing Arts below!
PETER AND THE STARCATCHER Starts This Today, 12/1!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Before Wendy. . . before he was Captain Hook. . . before a boy was given the name Peter Pan...and before there was a Neverland, there was a Starcatcher apprentice named Molly, a pirate named Black Stache, and a nameless orphan.They are about to be thrown together in a perilous (and wildly hilarious) adventure on the high seas. Peter and the Starcatcher is an action-packed journey through Neverland!
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Before Wendy. . . before he was Captain Hook. . . before a boy was given the name Peter Pan...and before there was a Neverland, there was a Starcatcher apprentice named Molly, a pirate named Black Stache, and a nameless orphan.They are about to be thrown together in a perilous (and wildly hilarious) adventure on the high seas. Peter and the Starcatcher is an action-packed journey through Neverland!
Live Girls! Presents THE SECRET AND IMPOSSIBLE LEAGUE OF THE NOÖSPHERE IN THE BALTIMORE PLOT
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
This December, Live Girls! Theater will present the first episode in its new science fiction series, The Secret and Impossible League of the No spherein the Baltimore Plot. The series follows the adventures of a secret league of extraordinary historical figures with access to a sphere of reality that grows with the power of human cognition.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
This December, Live Girls! Theater will present the first episode in its new science fiction series, The Secret and Impossible League of the No spherein the Baltimore Plot. The series follows the adventures of a secret league of extraordinary historical figures with access to a sphere of reality that grows with the power of human cognition.
Tacoma Little Theatre presents SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Tacoma Little Theatre brightens the holiday season with Seussical the Musical, directed by Jen York, choregraphed by Eric Clausell, and musically directed by Terry O'Hara.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Tacoma Little Theatre brightens the holiday season with Seussical the Musical, directed by Jen York, choregraphed by Eric Clausell, and musically directed by Terry O'Hara.
Bainbridge Performing Arts presents CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG 12/1 - 17
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming's children's book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins), CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG is one family-friendly blockbuster that audiences will find Truly Scrumptious.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
Take a fantastic musical adventure with an out-of-this-world car that flies through the air and sails the seas. Based on the beloved 1968 film version of Ian Fleming's children's book, and featuring an unforgettable score by the Sherman Brothers (Mary Poppins), CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG is one family-friendly blockbuster that audiences will find Truly Scrumptious.
Stars Announced for New Staging of Irving Berlin's HOLIDAY INN at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
This winter The 5th Avenue Theatre will warm hearts with the West Coast premiere of the Broadway smash hit Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn.
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2017
This winter The 5th Avenue Theatre will warm hearts with the West Coast premiere of the Broadway smash hit Irving Berlin's Holiday Inn.
k.d. lang to Bring Ingenue Redux Tour to The Moore This Winter
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
Seattle Theatre Group (STG) announces the following show going on sale: k.d. lang's Ingenue Redux Tour, appearing at The Moore on February 26, 2018 at 7:30 PM. All ages.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
Seattle Theatre Group (STG) announces the following show going on sale: k.d. lang's Ingenue Redux Tour, appearing at The Moore on February 26, 2018 at 7:30 PM. All ages.
BWW Review: THE HUMANS at Seattle Rep is a Searing Slice of Life but in a Hurry to Leave
by Jay Irwin - November 30, 2017
Thanksgiving dinner is a tumultuous time for many of us as we attempt to spend an evening with our loved ones. Sure, we love our families but we don't always see eye to eye and as the wine flows and the turkey and yams fill our bellies, maybe our inhibitions and filters lower. That's the kind of dinner currently being served at the Seattle Rep as they host the beginning of the national tour of Stephen Karam's Tony Award winning play, The Humans . And while I love the tight dialog and raw honesty, the ending of the play does come across as a bit abrupt.
by Jay Irwin - November 30, 2017
Thanksgiving dinner is a tumultuous time for many of us as we attempt to spend an evening with our loved ones. Sure, we love our families but we don't always see eye to eye and as the wine flows and the turkey and yams fill our bellies, maybe our inhibitions and filters lower. That's the kind of dinner currently being served at the Seattle Rep as they host the beginning of the national tour of Stephen Karam's Tony Award winning play, The Humans . And while I love the tight dialog and raw honesty, the ending of the play does come across as a bit abrupt.
Live Girls! Presents THE SECRET AND IMPOSSIBLE LEAGUE OF THE NOÖSPHERE IN THE BALTIMORE PLOT
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
This December, Live Girls! Theater will present the first episode in its new science fiction series, The Secret and Impossible League of the No spherein the Baltimore Plot. The series follows the adventures of a secret league of extraordinary historical figures with access to a sphere of reality that grows with the power of human cognition.
by BWW News Desk - November 30, 2017
This December, Live Girls! Theater will present the first episode in its new science fiction series, The Secret and Impossible League of the No spherein the Baltimore Plot. The series follows the adventures of a secret league of extraordinary historical figures with access to a sphere of reality that grows with the power of human cognition.
BPA's Inaugural Irish Play Series Opens With TRAD, 1/13
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
BPA opens its inaugural Irish Play Series on January 13 with Mark Doherty's TRAD, a recent production of which the Irish Times described as Waiting for Godot meets Dancing at Lughnasa.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
BPA opens its inaugural Irish Play Series on January 13 with Mark Doherty's TRAD, a recent production of which the Irish Times described as Waiting for Godot meets Dancing at Lughnasa.
Tacoma Little Theatre'S 'OFF THE SHELF' presents A TASTE OF HONEY
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Tacoma Little Theatre presents Shelagh Delaney's, A Taste of Honey, directed by Sara Freeman. This production will take place on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
Tacoma Little Theatre presents Shelagh Delaney's, A Taste of Honey, directed by Sara Freeman. This production will take place on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at 7:30pm.
BURLESQUE NUTCRACKER to Feature Live Jazz Orchestra
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
The producers of the wildly popular holiday spectacular Land of the Sweets: The Burlesque Nutcracker take their award-winning production to an all-new level this season with the debut of an original, evening-length score of arrangements performed live on-stage by a nine-piece jazz orchestra for the very first time. This invigorated rendition of Seattle's holiday favorite features professional dance talent performing all-time favorite characters like the light-juggling magic of Babette La Fave, Lily Verlaine's Sugar Plum Fairy, Tory Peil's 'toreadora' Hot Chocolate, and the ever-lovable Snowflakes. Also lush with opulent custom costuming and original choreography from the classically-trained Lily Verlaine, this Land of the Sweets is set to snowstorm into the illustrious Triple Door venue December 7-28 for 31 performances. For tickets and information, call the Triple Door box office at (206) 838-4333 or visit their website at www.thetripledoor.net.
by BWW News Desk - November 29, 2017
The producers of the wildly popular holiday spectacular Land of the Sweets: The Burlesque Nutcracker take their award-winning production to an all-new level this season with the debut of an original, evening-length score of arrangements performed live on-stage by a nine-piece jazz orchestra for the very first time. This invigorated rendition of Seattle's holiday favorite features professional dance talent performing all-time favorite characters like the light-juggling magic of Babette La Fave, Lily Verlaine's Sugar Plum Fairy, Tory Peil's 'toreadora' Hot Chocolate, and the ever-lovable Snowflakes. Also lush with opulent custom costuming and original choreography from the classically-trained Lily Verlaine, this Land of the Sweets is set to snowstorm into the illustrious Triple Door venue December 7-28 for 31 performances. For tickets and information, call the Triple Door box office at (206) 838-4333 or visit their website at www.thetripledoor.net.
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