Sound Theatre Names Zharia O' Neal For Inaugural William S. Yellow Robe Jr. Playwright Residency
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Following a competitive nationwide search, Sound Theatre has announced Zharia O' Neal (Los Angeles, CA) for its first-ever playwright residency. The summer call for submissions to the Making Waves William S. Yellow Robe Jr. Playwright Residency drew over 120 applicants, resulting in a breathtaking pool of intersectional identities and writing samples.
by BWW News Desk - September 30, 2022
Following a competitive nationwide search, Sound Theatre has announced Zharia O' Neal (Los Angeles, CA) for its first-ever playwright residency. The summer call for submissions to the Making Waves William S. Yellow Robe Jr. Playwright Residency drew over 120 applicants, resulting in a breathtaking pool of intersectional identities and writing samples.
Full Casting Announced For Seattle Shakespeare's MACBETH
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Rehearsals began yesterday for Seattle Shakespeare Company's fall production of Macbeth, which runs from October 25 to November 20.
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2022
Rehearsals began yesterday for Seattle Shakespeare Company's fall production of Macbeth, which runs from October 25 to November 20.
Washington National Opera Opens The 2022–2023 Season With IL TROVATORE, October 22– November 7
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Washington National Opera (WNO) opens its season with a new production of Il trovatore, October 22–November 7, 2022 in the Opera House. Verdi's tale of forbidden love, jealousy, and vengeance—last seen by WNO audiences in 2004—receives a newly conceived period production from director Brenna Corner, with sets by International Opera Award finalist Erhard Rom, and costumes by Tony Award winner Martin Pakledinaz.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Washington National Opera (WNO) opens its season with a new production of Il trovatore, October 22–November 7, 2022 in the Opera House. Verdi's tale of forbidden love, jealousy, and vengeance—last seen by WNO audiences in 2004—receives a newly conceived period production from director Brenna Corner, with sets by International Opera Award finalist Erhard Rom, and costumes by Tony Award winner Martin Pakledinaz.
MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS Comes to the Tacoma Little Theatre
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Just in time for Fall, Tacoma Little Theatre presents Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Holmes for the Holidays). This thrilling new version of the classic mystery will be directed by Melanie Gladstone.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Just in time for Fall, Tacoma Little Theatre presents Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express, adapted for the stage by Ken Ludwig (Lend Me A Tenor, Holmes for the Holidays). This thrilling new version of the classic mystery will be directed by Melanie Gladstone.
Dukesbay Productions Presents JAVA TACOMA: TO BEAN OR NOT TO BEAN
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Dukesbay Productions presents Java Tacoma: To Bean or Not to Bean by Aya Hashiguchi Clark.
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2022
Dukesbay Productions presents Java Tacoma: To Bean or Not to Bean by Aya Hashiguchi Clark.
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Comes To The Paramount Theatre, October 11
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
-The first National Tour of the history-making production of To Kill a Mockingbird, based on Harper Lee's classic novel, comes to Seattle's Paramount Theatre from October 11 through 16.
by BWW News Desk - September 27, 2022
-The first National Tour of the history-making production of To Kill a Mockingbird, based on Harper Lee's classic novel, comes to Seattle's Paramount Theatre from October 11 through 16.
Review: CLOUD TECTONICS from Sound Theatre Company And Earthseed
by Jay Irwin - September 25, 2022
Dear Readers, I am a sucker for both a sweet love story and even more so when we mix in a little magical realism. Movies like “Amelie” or plays like “O Lovely Glowworm, or Scenes of Great Beauty” are some of my favorites. So, something like Jose Rivera’s “Cloud Tectonics”, currently playing at 12th Avenue Arts from Sound Theatre Company and Earthseed, should be right up my alley. And while I find it a sweet little love story, I have to emphasize the “little”. There’s not a whole lot to it. But then, that works well since it's only an intermissionless 90 minutes.
by Jay Irwin - September 25, 2022
Dear Readers, I am a sucker for both a sweet love story and even more so when we mix in a little magical realism. Movies like “Amelie” or plays like “O Lovely Glowworm, or Scenes of Great Beauty” are some of my favorites. So, something like Jose Rivera’s “Cloud Tectonics”, currently playing at 12th Avenue Arts from Sound Theatre Company and Earthseed, should be right up my alley. And while I find it a sweet little love story, I have to emphasize the “little”. There’s not a whole lot to it. But then, that works well since it's only an intermissionless 90 minutes.
Review: A NIGHT WITH THE RUSSELLS at Taproot Theatre
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - September 25, 2022
The air is electric. The room is filled with smiles, greetings, hugs, and a huge amount of anticipation. From bated breath to roaring cheers, the audience welcomed the Russells onto the stage. The stories and songs shared by Faith Bennet Russell, Be Russell, and Sarah Russell turned the evening from a night at the theater into a lovefest. It was magical. It was cathartic. It was the missing piece that finally made us whole.
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - September 25, 2022
The air is electric. The room is filled with smiles, greetings, hugs, and a huge amount of anticipation. From bated breath to roaring cheers, the audience welcomed the Russells onto the stage. The stories and songs shared by Faith Bennet Russell, Be Russell, and Sarah Russell turned the evening from a night at the theater into a lovefest. It was magical. It was cathartic. It was the missing piece that finally made us whole.
Seattle Center Festál to Host Italian Festival This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2022
Seattle Center Festál will continue with The Italian Festival Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion. The festival is family oriented, free and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2022
Seattle Center Festál will continue with The Italian Festival Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion. The festival is family oriented, free and open to the public.
Enrico Chapela's Electric Violin Concerto for Pekka Kuusisto to Premiere at Seattle Symphony in November
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2022
Enrico Chapela’s Antiphaser, a concerto for electric violin, performed by renowned violinist Pekka Kuusisto, the Seattle Symphony, and conductor Alexander Shelley will have its world premiere from November 3-6 at Benaroya Hall in Seattle.
by BWW News Desk - September 24, 2022
Enrico Chapela’s Antiphaser, a concerto for electric violin, performed by renowned violinist Pekka Kuusisto, the Seattle Symphony, and conductor Alexander Shelley will have its world premiere from November 3-6 at Benaroya Hall in Seattle.
Review: THE GRISWOLDS' BROADWAY VACATION at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - September 23, 2022
The Griswolds’ have been to Wally World, they’ve visited family for Christmas, and they’ve nearly destroyed Europe on their vacations. And now, they’ve loaded up the Wagon Queen Family Truckster and are hitting Broadway in the new musical at the 5th Avenue Theatre, “The Griswolds’ Broadway Vacation”. Are the Griswolds ready for Broadway? No. And by the Griswolds’ I mean the characters as well as this show. But just like the Griswolds the show does grow and with a little bit of work (or a lot of work) they and it just might make it on the Great White Way.
by Jay Irwin - September 23, 2022
The Griswolds’ have been to Wally World, they’ve visited family for Christmas, and they’ve nearly destroyed Europe on their vacations. And now, they’ve loaded up the Wagon Queen Family Truckster and are hitting Broadway in the new musical at the 5th Avenue Theatre, “The Griswolds’ Broadway Vacation”. Are the Griswolds ready for Broadway? No. And by the Griswolds’ I mean the characters as well as this show. But just like the Griswolds the show does grow and with a little bit of work (or a lot of work) they and it just might make it on the Great White Way.
THE GHOST TRAIN Opens At Centerstage Theatre in October
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Centerstage Theatre launches their 2022-2023 season with the creepy thriller, The Ghost Train. Just in time for Halloween, it runs from October 7-30, 2022 with three weekly performances at the Knutzen Family Theater on Dumas Bay in Federal Way, WA. This long-running comedy-mystery has delighted audiences for almost 100 years.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2022
Centerstage Theatre launches their 2022-2023 season with the creepy thriller, The Ghost Train. Just in time for Halloween, it runs from October 7-30, 2022 with three weekly performances at the Knutzen Family Theater on Dumas Bay in Federal Way, WA. This long-running comedy-mystery has delighted audiences for almost 100 years.
Seattle Rep Selects D.A. Navoti as Second Native Artist-in-Residence
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2022
Seattle Rep has has selected its second Native Artist-in-Residence, D.A. Navoti, a multidisciplinary storyteller, writer, and composer. This Seattle Rep program aims to highlight Native voices and educate audiences through art, discussion, and community engagement.
by BWW News Desk - September 22, 2022
Seattle Rep has has selected its second Native Artist-in-Residence, D.A. Navoti, a multidisciplinary storyteller, writer, and composer. This Seattle Rep program aims to highlight Native voices and educate audiences through art, discussion, and community engagement.
Review: CHOIR BOY at ACT Theatre
by Jay Irwin - September 22, 2022
Dear Readers, I’m going to set the “Way Back Machine” to 2011 where I was first introduced to the works of playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney as the Seattle Rep had produced his stunning “The Brothers Size”, a show that hit me so hard in the gut that I think about it to this day. And while I was still reeling from it in 2012, he presented his astounding “Choir Boy” at the Royal Court Theatre in London. Eventually it made its way to Broadway in 2019 to a huge outpouring of critical acclaim. Sadly, I missed that run but then ACT announced they would be bringing it to Seattle … in 2020. Yup, you guessed it. It didn’t happen then thanks to the pandemic. But now, thanks to the theatre gods, ACT, in conjunction with the 5th Avenue Theatre, have made good on their promise of presenting this amazing work and let me tell you, it was worth the wait.
by Jay Irwin - September 22, 2022
Dear Readers, I’m going to set the “Way Back Machine” to 2011 where I was first introduced to the works of playwright Tarell Alvin McCraney as the Seattle Rep had produced his stunning “The Brothers Size”, a show that hit me so hard in the gut that I think about it to this day. And while I was still reeling from it in 2012, he presented his astounding “Choir Boy” at the Royal Court Theatre in London. Eventually it made its way to Broadway in 2019 to a huge outpouring of critical acclaim. Sadly, I missed that run but then ACT announced they would be bringing it to Seattle … in 2020. Yup, you guessed it. It didn’t happen then thanks to the pandemic. But now, thanks to the theatre gods, ACT, in conjunction with the 5th Avenue Theatre, have made good on their promise of presenting this amazing work and let me tell you, it was worth the wait.
Museum of Pop Culture's Halloween Bash 'Fashionably Undead' to Return This October
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
The Museum of Pop Culture's epic Halloween bash Fashionably Undead is returning after a multi-year hiatus! On Saturday, October 29, don your scariest costume and make your way to the museum for the Halloween dance party of the season.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
The Museum of Pop Culture's epic Halloween bash Fashionably Undead is returning after a multi-year hiatus! On Saturday, October 29, don your scariest costume and make your way to the museum for the Halloween dance party of the season.
David Sedaris Comes to Benaroya Hall in November
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
Tickets are selling fast to David Sedaris' upcoming event at Benaroya Hall on Sunday, November 20, 2021, at 7pm. Sedaris returns to Seattle for his annual reading and book signing.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
Tickets are selling fast to David Sedaris' upcoming event at Benaroya Hall on Sunday, November 20, 2021, at 7pm. Sedaris returns to Seattle for his annual reading and book signing.
Tickets Are On Sale For Reboot's JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
The award-winning Reboot Theatre Company, in association with Theatre Off Jackson, presents the high-octane rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR this fall.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
The award-winning Reboot Theatre Company, in association with Theatre Off Jackson, presents the high-octane rock opera JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR this fall.
Graham Nash Takes Stage In Tacoma Next Week
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
Tacoma Arts Live will present legendary artist Graham Nash – An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories on Thursday, September 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Tacoma’s Pantages Theater. In a solo concert of greatest hits, Nash will share a set list of songs that span his six decade career and share anecdotes that make some of the most recognizable lyrics in history even more personable.
by BWW News Desk - September 21, 2022
Tacoma Arts Live will present legendary artist Graham Nash – An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories on Thursday, September 29 at 7:30 p.m. at Tacoma’s Pantages Theater. In a solo concert of greatest hits, Nash will share a set list of songs that span his six decade career and share anecdotes that make some of the most recognizable lyrics in history even more personable.
Intiman Theatre To Present THE NICETIES, April 18-29, 2023
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
This spring, Intiman Theatre will produce the Seattle premiere of The Niceties by Eleanor Burgess. Frequent Intiman collaborator and former Associate Director Sheila Daniels will direct and Seattle favorite Amy Thone will co-star. Additional casting information will be released this winter.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
This spring, Intiman Theatre will produce the Seattle premiere of The Niceties by Eleanor Burgess. Frequent Intiman collaborator and former Associate Director Sheila Daniels will direct and Seattle favorite Amy Thone will co-star. Additional casting information will be released this winter.
Seattle Theatre Group Presents POTTED POTTER – THE UNAUTHORIZED HARRY EXPERIENCE
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Moore Theatre, Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions announced that, after several successful North American tours and over 800 performances at Bally's in Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff will play in Seattle in partnership with Seattle Theatre Group.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Moore Theatre, Starvox Entertainment and Potted Productions announced that, after several successful North American tours and over 800 performances at Bally's in Las Vegas, London's West End hit Potted Potter: The Unauthorized Harry Experience - A Parody by Dan and Jeff will play in Seattle in partnership with Seattle Theatre Group.
The Italian Festival Hosts Grape Stomp, Bocce Tournament, Dog Show, and More
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Seattle Center Festál continues with The Italian Festival Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion. The festival is family oriented, free and open to the public.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2022
Seattle Center Festál continues with The Italian Festival Saturday, Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-9 p.m., and Sunday, Sept. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion. The festival is family oriented, free and open to the public.
Sound Theatre and Book-It Repertory Theatre Launch Joint Spanish-Captioning Initiative
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
The second most-commonly spoken language in the U.S. hits Seattle mainstages. Two theatres have joined forces to set a regional precedent: in addition to diverse casting and Latine narratives, Sound Theatre and Book-It Repertory Theatre will offer a combined six Spanish-captioned performances.
by BWW News Desk - September 19, 2022
The second most-commonly spoken language in the U.S. hits Seattle mainstages. Two theatres have joined forces to set a regional precedent: in addition to diverse casting and Latine narratives, Sound Theatre and Book-It Repertory Theatre will offer a combined six Spanish-captioned performances.
Review: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS at Village Theatre
by Jay Irwin - September 18, 2022
Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s “Little Shop of Horrors” is arguably one of those near perfect musicals. I will argue with you on this from now until the plants take over the earth as it remains my absolute favorite. But it needs to be done right. That’s not to say it needs to be done the same way every time. One of the best productions I saw was a modern retelling set in a real skid row. But this B-movie sci-fi adaptation needs to have that humor, that crispness, and that bite to make it work. And while the current production from Village Theatre has some wonderful performances and voices, it suffers from a lack of pace and that crispness and bite to take it from a fun show to a killer one.
by Jay Irwin - September 18, 2022
Howard Ashman and Alan Menken’s “Little Shop of Horrors” is arguably one of those near perfect musicals. I will argue with you on this from now until the plants take over the earth as it remains my absolute favorite. But it needs to be done right. That’s not to say it needs to be done the same way every time. One of the best productions I saw was a modern retelling set in a real skid row. But this B-movie sci-fi adaptation needs to have that humor, that crispness, and that bite to make it work. And while the current production from Village Theatre has some wonderful performances and voices, it suffers from a lack of pace and that crispness and bite to take it from a fun show to a killer one.
Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias Festival Celebrating Latino Culture Held This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2022
Seattle Center Festál will continue with Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion from 1-7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, and 1-6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 18. The festival celebrates the liberation from Spain for Mexico, Chile, Panama, Peru, and Guatemala, as well as Latino cultures which expand to the Caribbean.
by BWW News Desk - September 18, 2022
Seattle Center Festál will continue with Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion from 1-7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 17, and 1-6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 18. The festival celebrates the liberation from Spain for Mexico, Chile, Panama, Peru, and Guatemala, as well as Latino cultures which expand to the Caribbean.
Review: MOUSETRAP at Driftwood Theater
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - September 17, 2022
A secluded inn full of guests, a massive snow storm, and a murderer on the loose combine into a delicious murder mystery, masterfully written by Agatha Christie, and delightfully produced by the Driftwood Players. Secrets abound and people are not who they appear to be.
by Kelly Rogers Flynt - September 17, 2022
A secluded inn full of guests, a massive snow storm, and a murderer on the loose combine into a delicious murder mystery, masterfully written by Agatha Christie, and delightfully produced by the Driftwood Players. Secrets abound and people are not who they appear to be.
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