Review: STAGE OF FOOLS at Seattle Public Theater
by Jay Irwin - October 04, 2025
Dear Readers, I love a good farce. Those door slammers with a controlled chaos as people try and get out of ridiculous situations. But they’re not easy to pull off. Sadly, the current offering from Seattle Public Theater, the world premiere of Joy McCullough’s “Stage of Fools”, doesn’t quite manage it. With some forced dialog and a handful of jokes beaten to death, literally, this uphill slog for laughs feels like unfocused and uncontrolled chaos, making it just chaos.
by Jay Irwin - October 04, 2025
Dear Readers, I love a good farce. Those door slammers with a controlled chaos as people try and get out of ridiculous situations. But they’re not easy to pull off. Sadly, the current offering from Seattle Public Theater, the world premiere of Joy McCullough’s “Stage of Fools”, doesn’t quite manage it. With some forced dialog and a handful of jokes beaten to death, literally, this uphill slog for laughs feels like unfocused and uncontrolled chaos, making it just chaos.
Pony World Theatre to Present World Premiere of EULOGY October 23–November 15
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2025
Pony World Theatre will present the world premiere of Brendan Healy’s Eulogy, or How to Plan Your Own Funeral (and Have Fun Doing It!) October 23–November 15, 2025, at 12th Avenue Arts in Seattle.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2025
Pony World Theatre will present the world premiere of Brendan Healy’s Eulogy, or How to Plan Your Own Funeral (and Have Fun Doing It!) October 23–November 15, 2025, at 12th Avenue Arts in Seattle.
CHICAGO is Coming to The 5th Avenue Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2025
CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake. Learn how to purchase tickets to the Seattle engagement here!
by BWW News Desk - October 02, 2025
CHICAGO is BACK IN TOWN and is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake. Learn how to purchase tickets to the Seattle engagement here!
Seattle Chamber Music Society Acquires The Concert Truck
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
Seattle Chamber Music Society has acquired The Concert Truck, a mobile concert hall that brings world-class performances to schools, parks, and community spaces.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2025
Seattle Chamber Music Society has acquired The Concert Truck, a mobile concert hall that brings world-class performances to schools, parks, and community spaces.
Review: AN ENEMY OF THE PEOPLE at Union Arts Center
by Jay Irwin - September 26, 2025
Sometimes, Dear Readers, a play can come along that feels so topical, and so raw, that you may walk out of the theater feeling uneasy. And even more so when you realize that play was originally written in 1882 Norway. Such a play is the new adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People”, currently playing at Union Arts Center (formerly ACT). And even with that feel of “ick” as we walked out, I was still thrilled with the knowledge of what theatrical powerhouses we have in Seattle and how, when they come together, can put on such a solid and resonant production.
by Jay Irwin - September 26, 2025
Sometimes, Dear Readers, a play can come along that feels so topical, and so raw, that you may walk out of the theater feeling uneasy. And even more so when you realize that play was originally written in 1882 Norway. Such a play is the new adaptation of Henrik Ibsen’s “An Enemy of the People”, currently playing at Union Arts Center (formerly ACT). And even with that feel of “ick” as we walked out, I was still thrilled with the knowledge of what theatrical powerhouses we have in Seattle and how, when they come together, can put on such a solid and resonant production.
THE DA VINCI CODE Comes to Tacoma Little Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Tacoma Little Theatre will open its 107th season with Dan Brown's bestselling novel, The Da Vinci Code, brought to life on the stage as a regional premiere.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
Tacoma Little Theatre will open its 107th season with Dan Brown's bestselling novel, The Da Vinci Code, brought to life on the stage as a regional premiere.
Whidbey Island Center Establishes Marcia and Klaus Zech Endowment
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
On September 2, the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) announced the establishment of the Marcia and Klaus Zech Endowment with a $1 million gift from long-time arts supporters and former board members Marcia and Klaus Zech.
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2025
On September 2, the Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) announced the establishment of the Marcia and Klaus Zech Endowment with a $1 million gift from long-time arts supporters and former board members Marcia and Klaus Zech.
Review: FANCY DANCER at The Seattle Rep & Seattle Children's Theatre
by Jay Irwin - September 25, 2025
Dear Readers, what did you want to be when you grew up? Firefighter? Doctor? Lawyer? Bathroom attendant? Dragon? All worthy goals. But how many of us made it there? Currently at the Seattle Rep, in conjunction with Seattle Children’s Theatre, there’s a world premiere play from critically acclaimed playwright Larissa FastHorse, “Fancy Dancer”, that touches on her own struggle with that question. And while sometimes these shows can end up being someone else’s therapy on stage, something I loathe, here she takes us through such a thrilling journey that I didn’t so much mind the exorcising of some demons.
by Jay Irwin - September 25, 2025
Dear Readers, what did you want to be when you grew up? Firefighter? Doctor? Lawyer? Bathroom attendant? Dragon? All worthy goals. But how many of us made it there? Currently at the Seattle Rep, in conjunction with Seattle Children’s Theatre, there’s a world premiere play from critically acclaimed playwright Larissa FastHorse, “Fancy Dancer”, that touches on her own struggle with that question. And while sometimes these shows can end up being someone else’s therapy on stage, something I loathe, here she takes us through such a thrilling journey that I didn’t so much mind the exorcising of some demons.
Photos: THE HITCHCOCK HOTEL Opens in Seattle
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
The Hitchcock Hotel has officially opened its doors, welcoming audiences into a world of supernatural mischief, sultry spectacle, and spine-tingling delight. Check out photos of the show.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2025
The Hitchcock Hotel has officially opened its doors, welcoming audiences into a world of supernatural mischief, sultry spectacle, and spine-tingling delight. Check out photos of the show.
Review: BRIGADOON at Village Theatre
by Amelia Divine - September 21, 2025
Musical theater productions serve different purposes: some embrace or challenge the cultural milieu, keeping audiences keenly aware of the context with which the musical exists, and others invite a full escape, an invitation into a completely different world. Village Theatre’s wholesome and romantic Brigadoon is meant to transport you completely, and the execution of its escapism is pristine.
by Amelia Divine - September 21, 2025
Musical theater productions serve different purposes: some embrace or challenge the cultural milieu, keeping audiences keenly aware of the context with which the musical exists, and others invite a full escape, an invitation into a completely different world. Village Theatre’s wholesome and romantic Brigadoon is meant to transport you completely, and the execution of its escapism is pristine.
Review: SUFFS at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - September 20, 2025
Dear Readers, lately it feels like our most basic and dearly held civil liberties are being stripped away. And so, it’s good for us to recall how we got some of those rights. Along comes “Suffs”, a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Shaina Taub, all about the Women’s suffrage movement, and if you weren’t motivated to demand more from our government before seeing the show, you will be after.
by Jay Irwin - September 20, 2025
Dear Readers, lately it feels like our most basic and dearly held civil liberties are being stripped away. And so, it’s good for us to recall how we got some of those rights. Along comes “Suffs”, a new musical with book, music, and lyrics by Shaina Taub, all about the Women’s suffrage movement, and if you weren’t motivated to demand more from our government before seeing the show, you will be after.
Review: SOME LIKE IT HOT at The Paramount Theatre
by Jay Irwin - September 17, 2025
Dear Readers, first off there were way too many empty seats at the Paramount last night for the new musical version of “Some Like It Hot”. Where were you all? Do you not like musicals? Do you not like fun? Were you trapped under something heavy? (I will only accept the last answer as a viable excuse.). At any rate, get your tickets and do not let this one get away. Secondly, for our performance we got the added opportunity to see the resilience of theater people and the power of the understudy. But more on that later.
by Jay Irwin - September 17, 2025
Dear Readers, first off there were way too many empty seats at the Paramount last night for the new musical version of “Some Like It Hot”. Where were you all? Do you not like musicals? Do you not like fun? Were you trapped under something heavy? (I will only accept the last answer as a viable excuse.). At any rate, get your tickets and do not let this one get away. Secondly, for our performance we got the added opportunity to see the resilience of theater people and the power of the understudy. But more on that later.
Inside a World Premiere Play: Larissa FastHorse and Burgandi Trejo Phoenix on Bringing FANCY DANCER to Life
by Team BWW - September 17, 2025
We sat down with playwright Larissa FastHorse and actor Burgandi Trejo Phoenix—who alternate starring in the role of Lara in Fancy Dancer—to chat about working on world premieres, telling your own story, and the importance of community and intergenerational experiences.
by Team BWW - September 17, 2025
We sat down with playwright Larissa FastHorse and actor Burgandi Trejo Phoenix—who alternate starring in the role of Lara in Fancy Dancer—to chat about working on world premieres, telling your own story, and the importance of community and intergenerational experiences.
THE ROCKY HORROR IMPROV SHOW Returns To Unexpected Productions This October
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
Unexpected Productions’ Rocky Horror Improv Show returns to Pike Place Market this October, with a late-night improvised rock musical parody inspired by the cult classic.
by BWW News Desk - September 17, 2025
Unexpected Productions’ Rocky Horror Improv Show returns to Pike Place Market this October, with a late-night improvised rock musical parody inspired by the cult classic.
OUTSIDE MULLINGAR Comes to As If Theatre and Circle Of Fire
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
As If Theatre Company and Circle of Fire Theatre have announced their upcoming co-production of John Patrick Shanley's Outside Mullingar. Learn more about the performance here!
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
As If Theatre Company and Circle of Fire Theatre have announced their upcoming co-production of John Patrick Shanley's Outside Mullingar. Learn more about the performance here!
UNCLE BASEMENT'S ATTIC OF HORRORS Comes To Theatre Off Jackson This Halloween
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
From the creators of Scott Shoemaker’s War on Christmas, the Ms. Pak-Man Cabaret Series, and Scott Shoemaker’s: Probed comes a brand-new Halloween spectacular, Uncle Basement’s Attic of Horrors! The comedy, drag, and burlesque variety show will run October 23–25, 2025 at 8:00 PM at Theatre Off Jackson.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2025
From the creators of Scott Shoemaker’s War on Christmas, the Ms. Pak-Man Cabaret Series, and Scott Shoemaker’s: Probed comes a brand-new Halloween spectacular, Uncle Basement’s Attic of Horrors! The comedy, drag, and burlesque variety show will run October 23–25, 2025 at 8:00 PM at Theatre Off Jackson.
Seattle Theatre Group Announces 2025–26 Silent Movie Mondays Series at The Paramount Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
STG’s Silent Movie Mondays returns to The Paramount Theatre for the 2025–26 season with four centennial classics: Battleship Potemkin, Lady Windermere’s Fan, Faust, and The General. Each screening features live organ accompaniment on the Mighty Wurlitzer.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
STG’s Silent Movie Mondays returns to The Paramount Theatre for the 2025–26 season with four centennial classics: Battleship Potemkin, Lady Windermere’s Fan, Faust, and The General. Each screening features live organ accompaniment on the Mighty Wurlitzer.
Pony World Theatre To Present World Premiere Of EULOGY In Seattle
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Pony World Theatre will present the world premiere of Eulogy, or How to Plan Your Own Funeral (and Have Fun Doing It!), running October 23–November 15, 2025 at 12th Avenue Arts in Seattle.
by BWW News Desk - September 11, 2025
Pony World Theatre will present the world premiere of Eulogy, or How to Plan Your Own Funeral (and Have Fun Doing It!), running October 23–November 15, 2025 at 12th Avenue Arts in Seattle.
Nominations Open For The 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards
by BWW Awards - September 10, 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
by BWW Awards - September 10, 2025
Nominations are now open for the 2025 BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards! The 2025 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2025.
Cast Set For Intiman's BLACK NATIVITY
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Intiman Theatre ihas announced the cast for the beloved holiday tradition, Langston Hughes' Black Nativity. Now in its third year, the re-imagined production will run in December at Broadway Performance Hall.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
Intiman Theatre ihas announced the cast for the beloved holiday tradition, Langston Hughes' Black Nativity. Now in its third year, the re-imagined production will run in December at Broadway Performance Hall.
The 5th Avenue Theatre Announces Return Of Rising Star Project With JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
The 5th Avenue Theatre Company has announced the return of its groundbreaking Rising Star Project, a tuition-free youth education program that gives Washington State students the opportunity to lead a professional theatrical production.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2025
The 5th Avenue Theatre Company has announced the return of its groundbreaking Rising Star Project, a tuition-free youth education program that gives Washington State students the opportunity to lead a professional theatrical production.
Review: HELLS CANYON at 12th Ave Arts
by Amelia Divine - September 07, 2025
What do we mean when we say someone is “like family”? In Washington Ensemble Theatre’s Hells Canyon, playwright Keiko Green takes that question and reveals the complicated debts, histories, and power dynamics hiding underneath. Directed by Amber Tanaka and now running at 12th Ave Arts through September 21st, Hells Canyon is a taut, genre-bending piece examining what haunts us that blends horror and psychological drama with real emotional teeth.
by Amelia Divine - September 07, 2025
What do we mean when we say someone is “like family”? In Washington Ensemble Theatre’s Hells Canyon, playwright Keiko Green takes that question and reveals the complicated debts, histories, and power dynamics hiding underneath. Directed by Amber Tanaka and now running at 12th Ave Arts through September 21st, Hells Canyon is a taut, genre-bending piece examining what haunts us that blends horror and psychological drama with real emotional teeth.
THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Opens Seattle Opera's 25-26 Season
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Seattle Opera will open its 2025/26 season with Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved comedy The Pirates of Penzance, marking the first time a Gilbert and Sullivan operetta has been produced at the company.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2025
Seattle Opera will open its 2025/26 season with Gilbert and Sullivan's beloved comedy The Pirates of Penzance, marking the first time a Gilbert and Sullivan operetta has been produced at the company.
Review: THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG at The Seattle Rep
by Jay Irwin - September 04, 2025
Dear Readers, whether you want to admit it or not, we all love a little bit of schadenfreude to some extent. That joy we take out of something going wrong for someone else. And that’s where “The Play That Goes Wrong”, currently playing at the Seattle Rep, hits the sweet spot. We can relish in the chaos while knowing it’s all supposed to happen. Seattle audiences have been waiting for this one for a while with tours that were announced and then cancelled. And while I know how amazing this show is from seeing the original London cast, this is now a local company and local cast, and it’s not an easy show to pull off. But the Rep has always been up to the task for those tough shows, and I’m pleased to say, they nailed it!
by Jay Irwin - September 04, 2025
Dear Readers, whether you want to admit it or not, we all love a little bit of schadenfreude to some extent. That joy we take out of something going wrong for someone else. And that’s where “The Play That Goes Wrong”, currently playing at the Seattle Rep, hits the sweet spot. We can relish in the chaos while knowing it’s all supposed to happen. Seattle audiences have been waiting for this one for a while with tours that were announced and then cancelled. And while I know how amazing this show is from seeing the original London cast, this is now a local company and local cast, and it’s not an easy show to pull off. But the Rep has always been up to the task for those tough shows, and I’m pleased to say, they nailed it!
Village Theatre Opens Season with BRIGADOON
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Village Theatre will soon present one of the most romantic musicals ever written: Lerner and Loewe’s Brigadoon, the first production of the theatre’s 2025-2026 season.
by BWW News Desk - September 04, 2025
Village Theatre will soon present one of the most romantic musicals ever written: Lerner and Loewe’s Brigadoon, the first production of the theatre’s 2025-2026 season.
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