Seattle Men's Chorus Celebrates Seattle's LGBTQ Underground Railroad
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) shines the light on Seattle's pivotal role as a safe haven in the LGBTQ Underground Railroad that began in 2009. Local activists like Michael Failla and members from the Seattle Men's Chorus are opening their hearts, homes and wallets by providing housing, furniture, job contracts, training and emotional support to LGBTQ individuals seeking asylum from the dangers in their Muslim-majority homelands. Ultimately, the Seattle community's efforts have brought nearly 90 brave refugees to Seattle and other cities in Europe and North America where their identity is not reviled and they don't live in fear.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2020
Seattle Men's Chorus (SMC) shines the light on Seattle's pivotal role as a safe haven in the LGBTQ Underground Railroad that began in 2009. Local activists like Michael Failla and members from the Seattle Men's Chorus are opening their hearts, homes and wallets by providing housing, furniture, job contracts, training and emotional support to LGBTQ individuals seeking asylum from the dangers in their Muslim-majority homelands. Ultimately, the Seattle community's efforts have brought nearly 90 brave refugees to Seattle and other cities in Europe and North America where their identity is not reviled and they don't live in fear.
New Exhibition Featuring the Artistry of Disney Costumes to Open at MoPOP in October
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The Museum of Pop Culture today announced the October opening of Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume in partnership with the Walt Disney Archives. Through more than 70 original items including ball gowns, sorcerers' capes, military uniforms, tiaras, and of course glass slippers, the exhibition immerses visitors into the world of Disney and shows how our understanding of its iconic characters is shaped through the artistry and creativity of its costumes. Watch for more information on their website.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The Museum of Pop Culture today announced the October opening of Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume in partnership with the Walt Disney Archives. Through more than 70 original items including ball gowns, sorcerers' capes, military uniforms, tiaras, and of course glass slippers, the exhibition immerses visitors into the world of Disney and shows how our understanding of its iconic characters is shaped through the artistry and creativity of its costumes. Watch for more information on their website.
Seattle Shakespeare Company Presents TROILUS AND CRESSIDA
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Classic characters from Homer's The Iliad a?" Hector, Ulysses, Achilles, Ajax, Helen a?" leap to life with the help of Shakespeare's imagination to reveal the follies of war in Troilus and Cressida at Seattle Shakespeare Company. David Quicksall directs the production which begins previews on March 17, opens March 20, and runs through April 12 in the Center Theatre at Seattle Center.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Classic characters from Homer's The Iliad a?" Hector, Ulysses, Achilles, Ajax, Helen a?" leap to life with the help of Shakespeare's imagination to reveal the follies of war in Troilus and Cressida at Seattle Shakespeare Company. David Quicksall directs the production which begins previews on March 17, opens March 20, and runs through April 12 in the Center Theatre at Seattle Center.
Photo Flash: First Look at the Cast of THE WOLVES at Lakewood Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The LAKEWOOD PLAYHOUSE presents THE WOLVES by Sarah DeLappe The production will mark the South Sound Premier of this amazing Pulitzer Prize- nominated play about fierce, young women warriors of the soccer field and the challenges that the face in life both on, and off, the field!
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The LAKEWOOD PLAYHOUSE presents THE WOLVES by Sarah DeLappe The production will mark the South Sound Premier of this amazing Pulitzer Prize- nominated play about fierce, young women warriors of the soccer field and the challenges that the face in life both on, and off, the field!
Immersive Experience LAST DAYS OF THE TSARS Announces Extension
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Following announcement of a sold-out opening week, immersive theatre experience Last Days of the Tsars has added an additional week of performances -- the world premiere of the Imperial Russia-set immersive show will now play through March 22nd at the Stimson-Green Mansion in Seattle.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
Following announcement of a sold-out opening week, immersive theatre experience Last Days of the Tsars has added an additional week of performances -- the world premiere of the Imperial Russia-set immersive show will now play through March 22nd at the Stimson-Green Mansion in Seattle.
VIDEO: Get a Peek Inside Rehearsal For SISTER ACT at 5th Avenue Theatre, Starring Natalie Toro!
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The 5th Avenue Theatre presents Sister Act, March 14 - April 5, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 26, 2020
The 5th Avenue Theatre presents Sister Act, March 14 - April 5, 2020.
BPA Presents FUN HOME And More In March
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Bainbridge Performing Arts has announced its event lineup for March.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Bainbridge Performing Arts has announced its event lineup for March.
Seattle Opera Welcomes Classical KING FM 98.1 at New Opera Center Home
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Seattle Opera is thrilled to welcome 98.1 Classical KING FM as a new resident of The Opera Center at Seattle Center. At 11:01 pm on Friday, February 21, 2020 KING FM listeners heard the first notes of Beethoven's, Consecration of the House Overture announced by KING FM host Ted Askew. This marked the very first broadcast from the listener-supported radio station's new home on the second floor of the Opera Center.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Seattle Opera is thrilled to welcome 98.1 Classical KING FM as a new resident of The Opera Center at Seattle Center. At 11:01 pm on Friday, February 21, 2020 KING FM listeners heard the first notes of Beethoven's, Consecration of the House Overture announced by KING FM host Ted Askew. This marked the very first broadcast from the listener-supported radio station's new home on the second floor of the Opera Center.
TROLLS LIVE! Will Bring the Fun to the First Interstate Center for the Arts
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Get ready for another hair-raising adventure when Poppy, Branch and all their Trolls friends come to life on stage in Trolls LIVE!, their first ever live tour! Jam-packed with epic music, glitter, humor and happiness, Trolls LIVE! will visit First Interstate Center for the Arts, September 15 & 16 for three Trolls-tastic performances. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 6 and can be purchased at www.TrollsLIVE.com.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2020
Get ready for another hair-raising adventure when Poppy, Branch and all their Trolls friends come to life on stage in Trolls LIVE!, their first ever live tour! Jam-packed with epic music, glitter, humor and happiness, Trolls LIVE! will visit First Interstate Center for the Arts, September 15 & 16 for three Trolls-tastic performances. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 6 and can be purchased at www.TrollsLIVE.com.
Metropolitan Performing Arts Presents INTO THE WOODS
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
On Friday, March 13th, Barbara Richardson, Executive Director of Metropolitan Performing Arts (MPA), steps onto the stage taking on the role of the witch in INTO THE WOODS. The show, which first opened on Broadway in 1987, was nominated for 10 Tony Awards and won three, including those for Best Book (James Lapine) and Best Score (Stephen Sondheim). Barbara isn't the only MPA staff member to be part of the show. Portraying the role of The Baker is MPA music teacher Kaleb Burris. The Wolf/Cinderella's Prince is portrayed by Ryan Mayfield, an MPA alumni and choreographer. MPA set designer, Mark Martin plays the Mysterious Man and stage combat instructor Kellan Connolly portrays Rapunzel's Prince. The production is directed by Kris Heller with music direction by Ian Timmons and choreography by Ryan Mayfield and Shannon Jung.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
On Friday, March 13th, Barbara Richardson, Executive Director of Metropolitan Performing Arts (MPA), steps onto the stage taking on the role of the witch in INTO THE WOODS. The show, which first opened on Broadway in 1987, was nominated for 10 Tony Awards and won three, including those for Best Book (James Lapine) and Best Score (Stephen Sondheim). Barbara isn't the only MPA staff member to be part of the show. Portraying the role of The Baker is MPA music teacher Kaleb Burris. The Wolf/Cinderella's Prince is portrayed by Ryan Mayfield, an MPA alumni and choreographer. MPA set designer, Mark Martin plays the Mysterious Man and stage combat instructor Kellan Connolly portrays Rapunzel's Prince. The production is directed by Kris Heller with music direction by Ian Timmons and choreography by Ryan Mayfield and Shannon Jung.
Metropolitan Performing Arts Presents BEANSTALK!
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Exactly like nothing you've ever seen before, not even in a book! This fun, family show follows the adventures of Jack, a young boy with his head in the clouds and Wog the not so frightening giant on top of the beanstalk. Filled with hilarious characters, toe-tapping tunes and more twists than a climbing vine, this is the one show that's guaranteed to grow and grow and grow right into your heart.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
Exactly like nothing you've ever seen before, not even in a book! This fun, family show follows the adventures of Jack, a young boy with his head in the clouds and Wog the not so frightening giant on top of the beanstalk. Filled with hilarious characters, toe-tapping tunes and more twists than a climbing vine, this is the one show that's guaranteed to grow and grow and grow right into your heart.
THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST Now On Sale At Seattle Rep
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, directed by Casey Stangl, is now on sale at Seattle Rep!
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 2020
The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde, directed by Casey Stangl, is now on sale at Seattle Rep!
BWW Review: The Thought Police are Coming for You with Radial Theater Project's 1984
by Jay Irwin - February 22, 2020
Radial Theater Project is currently presenting an adaptation of George Orwell's classic dystopian nightmare a?oe1984a??, and don't even THINK about saying anything good about it. Big Brother has sent down orders from the Ministry of Truth that there is nothing good about this production and it has no good performances or redeeming qualities, and everything is un-good. But if you know anything about the Ministry of Truth, you know everything is the exact opposite there and that holds true here as this production is a spectacular, riveting telling of this horrifying story and you need to see it. Just don't tell The Thought Police I said that.
by Jay Irwin - February 22, 2020
Radial Theater Project is currently presenting an adaptation of George Orwell's classic dystopian nightmare a?oe1984a??, and don't even THINK about saying anything good about it. Big Brother has sent down orders from the Ministry of Truth that there is nothing good about this production and it has no good performances or redeeming qualities, and everything is un-good. But if you know anything about the Ministry of Truth, you know everything is the exact opposite there and that holds true here as this production is a spectacular, riveting telling of this horrifying story and you need to see it. Just don't tell The Thought Police I said that.
Full Cast Announced For SAINT JOAN at ArtsWest
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Witness an electrifying portrait of one of history's most revered and revolutionary legends in George Bernard Shaw's timeless classic SAINT JOAN. Directed by ArtsWest's Artistic Director Mathew Wright, performances will run March 12, Thursday through Sunday, until April 5. Tickets can be purchased immediately at artswest.org.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Witness an electrifying portrait of one of history's most revered and revolutionary legends in George Bernard Shaw's timeless classic SAINT JOAN. Directed by ArtsWest's Artistic Director Mathew Wright, performances will run March 12, Thursday through Sunday, until April 5. Tickets can be purchased immediately at artswest.org.
Photo Flash: First Look at A.C.T.'s GLORIA
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Gloria, performing at A.C.T.'s Strand Theater will be playing through Sunday, April 12, 2020.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Gloria, performing at A.C.T.'s Strand Theater will be playing through Sunday, April 12, 2020.
MS. PAK-MAN: BREAK OUT! Comes to Re-Bar
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Presented by Shoes and Pants Productions, a?oeMs. Pak-Man: Breakout!a?? is the 6th installment of the critically acclaimed Ms. Pak-Man series. After playing to packed audiences in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and fresh off her New York debut, Ms. Pak-Man is returning to Seattle's Re-bar, March 26 through April 11. Watch this world-renowned video game superstar of the 1980s pop power pills while she shares scandalous songs and stories about her life and lovesa?"glitches and all! This is an all-new show that is guaranteed to achieve a high score!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2020
Presented by Shoes and Pants Productions, a?oeMs. Pak-Man: Breakout!a?? is the 6th installment of the critically acclaimed Ms. Pak-Man series. After playing to packed audiences in San Francisco and Los Angeles, and fresh off her New York debut, Ms. Pak-Man is returning to Seattle's Re-bar, March 26 through April 11. Watch this world-renowned video game superstar of the 1980s pop power pills while she shares scandalous songs and stories about her life and lovesa?"glitches and all! This is an all-new show that is guaranteed to achieve a high score!
Seattle Art Fair Has Appointed Deana Haggag as 2020 Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Seattle Art Fair, presented by AIG, has announced the appointment of Deana Haggag as Artistic Director for the sixth edition of the fair, which will return to CenturyLink Field this July 23-26, 2020. In the role of Artistic Director, Haggag, President & CEO of United States Artists based in Chicago, IL, will develop the fair's Projects & Talks program and participate in the Gallery Selection Committee.
by BWW News Desk - February 19, 2020
The Seattle Art Fair, presented by AIG, has announced the appointment of Deana Haggag as Artistic Director for the sixth edition of the fair, which will return to CenturyLink Field this July 23-26, 2020. In the role of Artistic Director, Haggag, President & CEO of United States Artists based in Chicago, IL, will develop the fair's Projects & Talks program and participate in the Gallery Selection Committee.
See Equity, Inclusion, And Representation At Intersections Comedy Festival; Tickets On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Tickets are now available for the third annual Intersections Festival kicking off this March, produced in association with Theatre off Jackson. Intersections showcases performers in improv, sketch, stand-up, burlesque, storytelling, music, theatre, dance; focusing on equity in terms of race, gender, LGBTQIA+, and disability.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Tickets are now available for the third annual Intersections Festival kicking off this March, produced in association with Theatre off Jackson. Intersections showcases performers in improv, sketch, stand-up, burlesque, storytelling, music, theatre, dance; focusing on equity in terms of race, gender, LGBTQIA+, and disability.
Chris Young, Scotty Mccreery, And Payton Smith Come To The Spokane Arena
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Following a record year on the road in 2019 playing to over 400,000 fans on his headlining tour, multi-platinum entertainer Chris Young will take his arena/amphitheater a?oeTown Ain't Big Enough World Tour 2020a?? joined by multi-platinum performer Scotty McCreery as direct support along with Payton Smith.
by BWW News Desk - February 17, 2020
Following a record year on the road in 2019 playing to over 400,000 fans on his headlining tour, multi-platinum entertainer Chris Young will take his arena/amphitheater a?oeTown Ain't Big Enough World Tour 2020a?? joined by multi-platinum performer Scotty McCreery as direct support along with Payton Smith.
Bill Nye The Science Guy Brings A Spirited Conversation To Seattle
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2020
Bill Nye the Science Guy brings his energetica?"and inspiringa?"show to Seattle in May to celebrate the 40th Eruptiversary of Mount St. Helens and support the Mount St. Helens Institute. Bill Nye Live 2020 comes to The Moore Theater on Saturday, May 16, 2020 7:30 p.m. with an interactive conversation rooted in science. Tickets are available now for purchase.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2020
Bill Nye the Science Guy brings his energetica?"and inspiringa?"show to Seattle in May to celebrate the 40th Eruptiversary of Mount St. Helens and support the Mount St. Helens Institute. Bill Nye Live 2020 comes to The Moore Theater on Saturday, May 16, 2020 7:30 p.m. with an interactive conversation rooted in science. Tickets are available now for purchase.
BWW Review: Book-It's THE TURN OF THE SCREW Creeped Me Out, But Not in the Way They Hoped
by Jay Irwin - February 16, 2020
Henry James' novella a?oeThe Turn of the Screwa?? is considered by some to be a classic of horror literature. A suspenseful story of ghosts and insanity that leaves each reader with a different viewpoint on what just happened. To be perfectly candid, I'd never read it and so my first exposure to it was last night's Book-It adaptation and production. And honestly, the way it was presented, I found it as suspenseful as a fly in a glass of milk, eliciting vaguely interesting questions of a?oewill she drowna?? or a?oewill she fly awaya??, but most of all a?oedo I really care?a?? All I know for certain is that I don't want to drink it anymore.
by Jay Irwin - February 16, 2020
Henry James' novella a?oeThe Turn of the Screwa?? is considered by some to be a classic of horror literature. A suspenseful story of ghosts and insanity that leaves each reader with a different viewpoint on what just happened. To be perfectly candid, I'd never read it and so my first exposure to it was last night's Book-It adaptation and production. And honestly, the way it was presented, I found it as suspenseful as a fly in a glass of milk, eliciting vaguely interesting questions of a?oewill she drowna?? or a?oewill she fly awaya??, but most of all a?oedo I really care?a?? All I know for certain is that I don't want to drink it anymore.
BWW Review: BLISS at the 5th Avenue Theatre Misses the Mark, But Only Slightly
by Jay Irwin - February 15, 2020
Dear Readers, you may recall that several years ago there was a new musical that came through town, about Princesses (even called that), that many consider, including myself, to be one of the worst things they've ever seen. But as bad as it was, it had three things going for it. First, there was a story built around a Father's love for his daughter. Second, there was a hunky boy-band type, who may have creeped many out with his utterly rapey song a?oeJust Say Yesa??, but he was still pretty. And third, and most importantly, the show featured one truly great song that spotlighted the quirkier and subordinate a?oePrincessesa?? of the bunch. Cut to 2020 and enter the 5th Avenue Theatre's latest new musical venture, a?oeBlissa?? that, while having no real connection to that other one, blissfully and coincidentally contains those three elements and runs with them, while tossing the rest of that dreadful show into the infernos of musical theater hell (along with the likes of a?oeFlashdancea?? and a?oeLove Never Diesa??). And while a?oeBlissa?? may still have some work to do to make it truly shine (which we'll get to in a minute), it's still a delightfully fun romp into the woods with some Princess archetypes who aren't the norm but should be.
by Jay Irwin - February 15, 2020
Dear Readers, you may recall that several years ago there was a new musical that came through town, about Princesses (even called that), that many consider, including myself, to be one of the worst things they've ever seen. But as bad as it was, it had three things going for it. First, there was a story built around a Father's love for his daughter. Second, there was a hunky boy-band type, who may have creeped many out with his utterly rapey song a?oeJust Say Yesa??, but he was still pretty. And third, and most importantly, the show featured one truly great song that spotlighted the quirkier and subordinate a?oePrincessesa?? of the bunch. Cut to 2020 and enter the 5th Avenue Theatre's latest new musical venture, a?oeBlissa?? that, while having no real connection to that other one, blissfully and coincidentally contains those three elements and runs with them, while tossing the rest of that dreadful show into the infernos of musical theater hell (along with the likes of a?oeFlashdancea?? and a?oeLove Never Diesa??). And while a?oeBlissa?? may still have some work to do to make it truly shine (which we'll get to in a minute), it's still a delightfully fun romp into the woods with some Princess archetypes who aren't the norm but should be.
US Premiere Of EUROPE By David Greig Comes to Thalia's Umbrella
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2020
The best play about BREXIT was written in Scotland in 1994. (It's also about a few other places.) In a time when words and ideas are divisive, come join the feast that is David Greig's powerful play about two refugees who change a small town. The town is already reeling from layoffs at the local factory, and because the trains that link all of Europe no longer stop in the town's station. Everyone in town, old and new, must decide where home is and what they will do to find, make, or keep it. Come see the terror and triumph of worlds colliding in a play that Arts Desk called a?oeTimely, tender, brutal, and brilliant.a??
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2020
The best play about BREXIT was written in Scotland in 1994. (It's also about a few other places.) In a time when words and ideas are divisive, come join the feast that is David Greig's powerful play about two refugees who change a small town. The town is already reeling from layoffs at the local factory, and because the trains that link all of Europe no longer stop in the town's station. Everyone in town, old and new, must decide where home is and what they will do to find, make, or keep it. Come see the terror and triumph of worlds colliding in a play that Arts Desk called a?oeTimely, tender, brutal, and brilliant.a??
Velocity Announces Spring Season 2020
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Velocity Dance Center announces its 2020 Season with some exciting new artist programs, an all-star line-up for our summer festivals, and more. See full details below.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
Velocity Dance Center announces its 2020 Season with some exciting new artist programs, an all-star line-up for our summer festivals, and more. See full details below.
Noveltease Theatre Devises Deduction In THE ADVENTURES OF SHERLOCK HOLMES
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
The game's afoot as Noveltease Theatre (Noveltease) stages a new literary burlesque adaptation of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes on March 27 & 28 at the Auditorium at University Heights Center.
by BWW News Desk - February 14, 2020
The game's afoot as Noveltease Theatre (Noveltease) stages a new literary burlesque adaptation of The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes on March 27 & 28 at the Auditorium at University Heights Center.
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