BWW Review: THE PROM at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - June 02, 2022
Dear Readers, as we enter Pride month, I can’t think of a more delightful way to celebrate than having the national tour of the gay romp “The Prom” come to us at the 5th Avenue Theatre.
by Jay Irwin - June 02, 2022
Dear Readers, as we enter Pride month, I can’t think of a more delightful way to celebrate than having the national tour of the gay romp “The Prom” come to us at the 5th Avenue Theatre.
Seattle Theatre Group Announces Spoken-Word Poetry Showcase ELEVATE
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
Art might not be able to combat systemic racism overnight. But organizers behind ELEVATE—Seattle Theatre Group’s spoken-word poetry showcase—are hoping that art can empower Black and Brown youth navigating oppression everyday.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
Art might not be able to combat systemic racism overnight. But organizers behind ELEVATE—Seattle Theatre Group’s spoken-word poetry showcase—are hoping that art can empower Black and Brown youth navigating oppression everyday.
The 14/48 Projects Present Family Parks Show MEGA HERO RANGERS GO GO GO SUPREME!!!
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
The 14/48 Projects returns to Seattle parks once again this summer with Mega Hero Rangers Go Go Go Supreme!!!. Written and produced by Andy Park-Buffelen, directed by Michael Nevárez, and managed by Rosemary Lisa Jones, this new play will be performed FREE in parks around Seattle starting July 9, 2022.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2022
The 14/48 Projects returns to Seattle parks once again this summer with Mega Hero Rangers Go Go Go Supreme!!!. Written and produced by Andy Park-Buffelen, directed by Michael Nevárez, and managed by Rosemary Lisa Jones, this new play will be performed FREE in parks around Seattle starting July 9, 2022.
ACT - A Contemporary Theatre Announces 2022/23 Season Featuring World Premiere of HISTORY OF THEATRE & More
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
ACT - A Contemporary Theatre today announced its complete 2022/23 season featuring four vivid, contemporary plays. These plays offer experiences that unite us in celebration and in fellow-feeling, encouraging us to enjoy life while continuing to investigate what it means to be human.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2022
ACT - A Contemporary Theatre today announced its complete 2022/23 season featuring four vivid, contemporary plays. These plays offer experiences that unite us in celebration and in fellow-feeling, encouraging us to enjoy life while continuing to investigate what it means to be human.
Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival to Offer Two Days of Virtual Events
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2022
Seattle Center Festál continues with Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival, a virtual two-day program on Saturday, June 4 from 1-4:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 5 from 1-3:30 p.m. It will be available to watch on Seattle Center Facebook and YouTube.
by BWW News Desk - May 29, 2022
Seattle Center Festál continues with Pagdiriwang Philippine Festival, a virtual two-day program on Saturday, June 4 from 1-4:30 p.m. and Sunday, June 5 from 1-3:30 p.m. It will be available to watch on Seattle Center Facebook and YouTube.
Village Theatre's NewWorks Program to Stage EASTBOUND
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2022
Village Theatre today announced that tickets are on sale now for the Village Originals Beta Production of Eastbound, a new bilingual musical about the unexpected meeting of two brothers from opposite sides of the world. Directed by Desdemona Chiang (Seattle Rep: The Winter’s Tale) and Music Directed by R.J. Tancioco (Village Theatre: Hairspray, Newsies), this is a fully-produced developmental production with scenic design by Timothy Mackabee, costume design by Johanna Pan, and lighting design by Robert J. Aguilar.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2022
Village Theatre today announced that tickets are on sale now for the Village Originals Beta Production of Eastbound, a new bilingual musical about the unexpected meeting of two brothers from opposite sides of the world. Directed by Desdemona Chiang (Seattle Rep: The Winter’s Tale) and Music Directed by R.J. Tancioco (Village Theatre: Hairspray, Newsies), this is a fully-produced developmental production with scenic design by Timothy Mackabee, costume design by Johanna Pan, and lighting design by Robert J. Aguilar.
VIDEO: Watch a Teaser for AND SO THAT HAPPENED… at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2022
The 5th Avenue Theatre is bringing to life three new unique stories in the world premiere of the musical And So That Happened..., a collage of experiences that reflects and expresses cataclysmic change from the perspective of Northwest voices.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2022
The 5th Avenue Theatre is bringing to life three new unique stories in the world premiere of the musical And So That Happened..., a collage of experiences that reflects and expresses cataclysmic change from the perspective of Northwest voices.
The Washington Ballet Takes To The Plaza At City Center For Three Nights Of Free Performances
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
Shop, dine and experience The Washington Ballet June 2, 3 and 4 in the Plaza at CityCenter.
by BWW News Desk - May 23, 2022
Shop, dine and experience The Washington Ballet June 2, 3 and 4 in the Plaza at CityCenter.
BWW Review: THE NERD at Taproot Theatre
by Jay Irwin - May 23, 2022
Larry Shue’s raucous comedy “The Nerd” was a staple of midrange to small theaters all over back in the 80’s and 90’s. It was zany, smart, and didn’t require too many outlandish elements. So, I was fairly excited to catch this new local production currently being offered at Taproot Theatre, especially with the people in the cast. However, I’m not sure if the show is just not that funny anymore or if this production missed the mark but, while still having some definite gut buster moments, much of it fell flat.
by Jay Irwin - May 23, 2022
Larry Shue’s raucous comedy “The Nerd” was a staple of midrange to small theaters all over back in the 80’s and 90’s. It was zany, smart, and didn’t require too many outlandish elements. So, I was fairly excited to catch this new local production currently being offered at Taproot Theatre, especially with the people in the cast. However, I’m not sure if the show is just not that funny anymore or if this production missed the mark but, while still having some definite gut buster moments, much of it fell flat.
BWW Review: RIVERWOOD at Langston And Seattle Public Theater
by Jay Irwin - May 22, 2022
In a joint production between Langston and Seattle Public Theater, local playwright Andrew Lee Creech brings us the World Premiere of his play “Riverwood”. A play that tackles some seriously tough and topical subjects affecting underdeveloped neighborhoods and people of color and that contains some wonderful writing and moments but unfortunately lacks focus and a main storyline to carry it all through.
by Jay Irwin - May 22, 2022
In a joint production between Langston and Seattle Public Theater, local playwright Andrew Lee Creech brings us the World Premiere of his play “Riverwood”. A play that tackles some seriously tough and topical subjects affecting underdeveloped neighborhoods and people of color and that contains some wonderful writing and moments but unfortunately lacks focus and a main storyline to carry it all through.
CRY IT OUT An Off The Shelf Reading Announced At Tacoma Little Theatre
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2022
Tacoma Little Theatre's Off the Shelf program is excited to present Molly Smith Metzler's exploration of motherhood, Cry It Out, directed by Suzy Willhoft and featuring some of the Pacific Northwest's finest actors. This production will play Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 7:30pm.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2022
Tacoma Little Theatre's Off the Shelf program is excited to present Molly Smith Metzler's exploration of motherhood, Cry It Out, directed by Suzy Willhoft and featuring some of the Pacific Northwest's finest actors. This production will play Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 7:30pm.
Gwen Adams of THE LAST PLACE YOU LOOK at The Jewel Box Theatre
by Ashley Corbaley - May 19, 2022
THE LAST PLACE YOU LOOK is now playing at the Jewel Box Theatre! BWW was fortunate to catch up with the play's writer and director, Gwen Adams, to get the inside scoop on the show's premiere performance.
by Ashley Corbaley - May 19, 2022
THE LAST PLACE YOU LOOK is now playing at the Jewel Box Theatre! BWW was fortunate to catch up with the play's writer and director, Gwen Adams, to get the inside scoop on the show's premiere performance.
PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL Comes To Seattle in June
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2022
Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount will present PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL to Seattle's Paramount Theatre from June 7 through June 12.
by BWW News Desk - May 18, 2022
Premera Blue Cross Broadway at The Paramount will present PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL to Seattle's Paramount Theatre from June 7 through June 12.
VIDEO: First Look At The 5th Avenue Theatre's World Premiere Of AFTERWORDS
by Alan Henry - May 17, 2022
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The 5th Avenue Theatre's world premiere production of the captivating new musical Afterwords, is now on stage through May 21.
by Alan Henry - May 17, 2022
BroadwayWorld has a first look at The 5th Avenue Theatre's world premiere production of the captivating new musical Afterwords, is now on stage through May 21.
Seattle Theatre Group Unveils 2022/23 Performing Arts Series
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
Seattle Theatre Group today unveils its 2022/2023 Performing Arts Series, a mix of dynamic dance, music and theater. Featured groups include Dance Theatre of Harlem with a program led by Black-women-artists, a performance rooted in Indigenous Mexican life and death practices by Las Cafeteras, the Grammy-winning Soweto Gospel Choir of South Africa, Pink Martini, Seattle Rock Orchestra, Yamato Drummers of Japan, Indigenous Enterprise dance troupe, and much more.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2022
Seattle Theatre Group today unveils its 2022/2023 Performing Arts Series, a mix of dynamic dance, music and theater. Featured groups include Dance Theatre of Harlem with a program led by Black-women-artists, a performance rooted in Indigenous Mexican life and death practices by Las Cafeteras, the Grammy-winning Soweto Gospel Choir of South Africa, Pink Martini, Seattle Rock Orchestra, Yamato Drummers of Japan, Indigenous Enterprise dance troupe, and much more.
BWW Review: LOLA at The Can Can
by Jay Irwin - May 16, 2022
Dear Readers, I think it’s time for me to come out to you all. I am here to say that I am an out and proud fan of Barry Manilow. Yes, I’m a Fanilow. From “Mandy” to “American Bandstand” to “I Made it Through the Rain”, I love them all. And, of course, there’s the best, “Copacabana”. Now take that fandom and combine it with my love for Seattle’s Can Can and you’d think their current show would be a sure-fire hit. And you’d be right. “Lola” the latest incarnation from Artistic Director Chris Pink, Choreographer Fae Pink, the delicious folks at the Can Can is not only a hit but one of the best shows I think I’ve ever seen from them (and that’s saying something) and one not to be missed.
by Jay Irwin - May 16, 2022
Dear Readers, I think it’s time for me to come out to you all. I am here to say that I am an out and proud fan of Barry Manilow. Yes, I’m a Fanilow. From “Mandy” to “American Bandstand” to “I Made it Through the Rain”, I love them all. And, of course, there’s the best, “Copacabana”. Now take that fandom and combine it with my love for Seattle’s Can Can and you’d think their current show would be a sure-fire hit. And you’d be right. “Lola” the latest incarnation from Artistic Director Chris Pink, Choreographer Fae Pink, the delicious folks at the Can Can is not only a hit but one of the best shows I think I’ve ever seen from them (and that’s saying something) and one not to be missed.
BWW Review: ALMA at ArtsWest
by Jay Irwin - May 14, 2022
For many, the days following the election of Donald Trump to the White House were harrowing, fraught with uncertainty and angst but especially for undocumented immigrants whose livelihood seemed to be the focal rallying cry of the former President and his base. So, setting a play such as Benjamin Benne’s “Alma” with its Latinx characters in this tumultuous time instantly amps up the emotion. However, the current production at ArtsWest also leaned in fairly heavily into introspective moments which, while emotional, aren’t that interesting to watch.
by Jay Irwin - May 14, 2022
For many, the days following the election of Donald Trump to the White House were harrowing, fraught with uncertainty and angst but especially for undocumented immigrants whose livelihood seemed to be the focal rallying cry of the former President and his base. So, setting a play such as Benjamin Benne’s “Alma” with its Latinx characters in this tumultuous time instantly amps up the emotion. However, the current production at ArtsWest also leaned in fairly heavily into introspective moments which, while emotional, aren’t that interesting to watch.
LMMO Presents Central Washington Mini-Tour with Pierre Bensusan, France's Guitar Master
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
From Wednesday May 18th through Saturday, May 21st, Learn From The Masters Outreach (LMMO), a Central-Washington-based music philanthropy organization welcomes French acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan to the region through a series of concerts and workshops. This segment of performances caps off Pierre's long-awaited coast-to-coast 2022 North American tour.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
From Wednesday May 18th through Saturday, May 21st, Learn From The Masters Outreach (LMMO), a Central-Washington-based music philanthropy organization welcomes French acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan to the region through a series of concerts and workshops. This segment of performances caps off Pierre's long-awaited coast-to-coast 2022 North American tour.
ARTE NOIR Announces Executive Director, Staff, And Board Members
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
New Central District Black arts & cultural space, ARTE NOIR, welcomes new staff and board members this week. Jazmyn Scott, Cultural Curator and former Director of Programs & Partnerships at LANGSTON, has just been announced as ARTE NOIR's Executive Director, with Web and Editorial Director Hilary Northcraft and Marketing Manager Taelore Rhoden.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
New Central District Black arts & cultural space, ARTE NOIR, welcomes new staff and board members this week. Jazmyn Scott, Cultural Curator and former Director of Programs & Partnerships at LANGSTON, has just been announced as ARTE NOIR's Executive Director, with Web and Editorial Director Hilary Northcraft and Marketing Manager Taelore Rhoden.
Jet City Improv Presents SPONTANEOUS BROADWAY
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Jet City Improv presents its rendition of Spontaneous Broadway, a live improvised musical revue. Performances begin on Thursday, June 2nd at Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Avenue South) and run until June 18th.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Jet City Improv presents its rendition of Spontaneous Broadway, a live improvised musical revue. Performances begin on Thursday, June 2nd at Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Avenue South) and run until June 18th.
MR. DICKENS AND HIS CAROL & LYDIA AND THE TROLL World Premieres & More Announced for Seattle Rep 2022/23 Season
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Seattle Rep has announced its complete 2022/23 season made up of plays filled with life-changing journeys and personal odysseys of transformation that will serve to remind us that we are often at our best when we can gather to share experiences together.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2022
Seattle Rep has announced its complete 2022/23 season made up of plays filled with life-changing journeys and personal odysseys of transformation that will serve to remind us that we are often at our best when we can gather to share experiences together.
BWW Review: AFTERWORDS at The 5th Avenue Theatre
by Jay Irwin - May 12, 2022
Dear Readers, by now you know that one of my major pet peeves for any show is what I call “someone else’s therapy on stage”. Other people’s problems just aren’t interesting, and I don’t need to see you work through them. Such is the first issue of many I have with the new musical “Afterwords”, currently playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre. The second main issue being that the show appears to have been written with a cliché search engine.
by Jay Irwin - May 12, 2022
Dear Readers, by now you know that one of my major pet peeves for any show is what I call “someone else’s therapy on stage”. Other people’s problems just aren’t interesting, and I don’t need to see you work through them. Such is the first issue of many I have with the new musical “Afterwords”, currently playing at the 5th Avenue Theatre. The second main issue being that the show appears to have been written with a cliché search engine.
Seattle Chinese Culture & Arts Festival Offers Virtual Music, Movement and Online Exploration
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Seattle Center Festál continues with A Glimpse of China—Seattle Chinese Culture & Arts Festival, a virtual afternoon program on Saturday, May 21 from 12-1:30 p.m. It will be available to watch on the WCACC Facebook, Seattle Center Facebook and Seattle Center YouTube.
by BWW News Desk - May 12, 2022
Seattle Center Festál continues with A Glimpse of China—Seattle Chinese Culture & Arts Festival, a virtual afternoon program on Saturday, May 21 from 12-1:30 p.m. It will be available to watch on the WCACC Facebook, Seattle Center Facebook and Seattle Center YouTube.
BWW Review: SWEAT at ACT
by Jay Irwin - May 11, 2022
Lynn Nottage has swiftly established herself as one of the current darlings of the theater scene. With her Pulitzer Prize for her play “Sweat” currently playing at ACT, as well as her other fantastic recent works such as “Clyde’s” and “Ruined” to name just a few, her vibrant characters beautifully reflect the trappings of society today. And while “Sweat” is no different and a riveting story, at times I felt it meandered a bit and lacked the dramatic hook her other pieces have.
by Jay Irwin - May 11, 2022
Lynn Nottage has swiftly established herself as one of the current darlings of the theater scene. With her Pulitzer Prize for her play “Sweat” currently playing at ACT, as well as her other fantastic recent works such as “Clyde’s” and “Ruined” to name just a few, her vibrant characters beautifully reflect the trappings of society today. And while “Sweat” is no different and a riveting story, at times I felt it meandered a bit and lacked the dramatic hook her other pieces have.
Seattle Welcomes Back French Guitar Master Pierre Bensusan
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
On Wednesday, May 11th at 7:30pm, Seattle welcomes back French acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan at The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Ave S, Seattle.
by BWW News Desk - May 11, 2022
On Wednesday, May 11th at 7:30pm, Seattle welcomes back French acoustic guitar virtuoso Pierre Bensusan at The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Ave S, Seattle.
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