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Review: BASKERVILLE: A SHERLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY at Village Theatre


by Shelley Dean - February 06, 2026

Mysterious and mischievous are two words that ensure a pretty good time when it comes to a night at the theater. Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery is the embodiment of these words. Skillfully directed by Adam Immerwahr, Village Theatre’s production of the live-action mystery is...

Review: DAPHNE IN CONCERT at McCaw Hall


by Erica Miner - January 20, 2026

Daphne in Concert, Seattle Opera’s latest offering in their series of concert presentations initiated in 2023, proved that the series concept is a successful one....

Review: THE HEART SELLERS at Seattle Rep


by Shelley Dean - January 15, 2026

Seattle Rep has opened a deeply moving and heartfelt production on its stage. The Heart Sellers explores themes of political uncertainty, belonging, and the profound depth of female friendship, offering an intimate and affecting look at one night that likely changed everything for two women. Beautif...

Review: 9 TO 5 Clocks In At Village Theatre


by Shelley Dean - December 16, 2025

Village Theatre strikes again with its latest production of 9 to 5, based on the beloved 1980 film and featuring music and lyrics by the iconic Dolly Parton. Overflowing with laughter, heart, and empowerment, this production carries its audience through a thoroughly entertaining and meaningful night...

Review: AN EVENING WITH RENÉE ELISE GOLDSBERRY AND THE SEATTLE SYMPHONY at Benaroya Hall


by Shelley Dean - December 16, 2025

A night at Seattle’s Benaroya Hall is always worth it. Between the breathtaking venue and the consistently exceptional performances, the standard is undeniably high. It comes as no surprise, then, that Renée Elise Goldsberry’s new Christmas concert fit seamlessly into that tradition of excellen...

Review: ELF at The 5th Avenue Theatre


by Shelley Dean - December 12, 2025

The movie Elf is one of those films that sticks with you throughout your life; you remember the spaghetti, the syrup, and the unrivaled holiday cheer from the unique story. It’s only natural that a story full of this much nostalgia takes on a new life that honors its legacy. Enter Elf: The Musical...

Review: THE LION KING at The Paramount Theatre


by Shelley Dean - December 10, 2025

Stage adaptations of movies are always tricky, but there’s a certain level of prestige that comes with adapting and pulling off one of the most loved and highly regarded movie adaptations of all time. The Lion King holds a deep residency in so many hearts, having loved the movie from a very early ...

Review: DISNEY'S THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL at Benaroya Hall


by Erica Miner - December 07, 2025

Bravo to the Seattle Symphony for offering these holiday feasts for all the senses as much-welcomed gifts of love and cheer....

Review: COME FROM AWAY at The Seattle Rep


by Jay Irwin - December 04, 2025

Dear Readers, back in 2015 we were blessed with the masterpiece that is “Come From Away” by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. It had one of its pre-broadway tryouts at The Seattle Rep and was a huge hit and personally, absolutely wrecked me emotionally. Now 10 years later this brilliant show is back...

Past Shows

Afterlife: Life and Death…Improvised
Afterlife: Life and Death…Improvised
Oct 12 – Nov 17, 2018

What lies at the threshold between life and death? How will we be remembered? Big questions, to be sure, but Unexpected Productions' "Afterlife: Life and...

Growing U.P. An Improvised Fundraiser
Growing U.P. An Improvised Fundraiser
Nov 17

– Unexpected Productions is holding nothing back at its gala, “Growing UP: A Funny Improv Fundraiser,” on Nov. 17th 8:30 -10:00 (doors open at 7:00...

Musical: Stephen Sondheim Improvised
Musical: Stephen Sondheim Improvised
Apr 15 – Jun 3, 2018

UP Improv celebrates the work of America’s most noted musical theater composer, Stephen Sondheim by creating his lost work. Sondheim created masterpieces, like Sweeney Todd, Into the...

Seattle SketchFest Fund Fight
Seattle SketchFest Fund Fight
May 31

Join us for the SketchFest Fund Fight at its new home at Unexpected Productions, happening Thursday, May 31 @ 7pm! This annual fundraiser is a laugh-jammed...

Mother’s Day Comedy Improv Show
Mother’s Day Comedy Improv Show
May 13

Show mom you care with a raucous night all about moms, with stories and improv all inspired by that most smothering of figureheads. Willing moms...

Improv Unplugged: Charged UP Comedy
Improv Unplugged: Charged UP Comedy
Mar 10 – Apr 21, 2018

For 35 years, Unexpected Productions Improv has presented shows that are edgy, thought-provoking and always spectacularly funny. Improv Unplugged is a culmination of 35 years’...

A Thousand Words
A Thousand Words
Mar 1 – Apr 19, 2018

A picture paints a thousand words and with your help, we plan on telling a thousand fun stories. Viewing a piece of art evokes emotions,...

Cotton Gin
Cotton Gin
Jan 5 – Feb 17, 2018

"Avenue Q" meets improv comedy in this adult puppet show at Unexpected Productions' Market Theater. Where do puppets hang out after their day jobs? Well,...

Comedy of Love: A Valentine’s Day Improv
Comedy of Love: A Valentine’s Day Improv
Feb 14

Whether you're "flying solo," out with friends, or looking to make a memory with your sweetie, we have the perfect Valentine's Day treat for anyone...

A(n Improvised) Christmas Carol
A(n Improvised) Christmas Carol
Nov 24 – Dec 23, 2017

Unexpected Productions brings back its holiday favorite, A(n Improvised) Christmas Carol. Based on audience suggestions, your improvisers bend and twist Charles Dickens' tale of Ebeneezer...

Disaster Movie!
Disaster Movie!
Oct 15 – Nov 19, 2017

Your suggestions -- a type of disaster and a location -- are all it takes for the talented improvisers of Disaster: An Improvised Movie to...

Speech Live – Seattle Premiere
Speech Live – Seattle Premiere
Nov 16 – Nov 18, 2017

Speechless makes its Seattle première at UP Improv. Since 2013, Speechless has been selling out shows at comedy clubs and conferences all over the country...

38th Seattle International Comedy Competition
38th Seattle International Comedy Competition
Nov 2 – Nov 9, 2017

The 38th Seattle International Comedy Competition kicks off its opening night at the Unexpected Productions' Market Theater. America's largest touring comedy festival is playing 22...

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