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Washington Center for the Performing Arts

512 Washington Street S.E.
Olympia, WA

Upcoming Shows

Randy Rainbow: National Freakin’ Treasure

Randy Rainbow: National Freakin’ Treasure

Oct 15

Equal parts cabaret, comedy, and catharsis — Randy Rainbow is exactly what we need right now. The four-time Emmy®-nominated comedian, producer, actor, writer, and Internet phenomenon is bringing his wildly popular National Freakin' Treasure tour. Famous for skewering politics...

Clue

Clue

Mar 1, 2027

Don’t miss this National Broadway Tour! Murder and blackmail are on the menu when six mysterious guests assemble at Boddy Manor for a night they’ll never forget! Was it Mrs. Peacock in the study with the knife? Or was it Colonel Mustard in the library with the wrench? Based on...

Waitress

Waitress

Jun 23 – Jun 24, 2027

The Waitress Broadway Tour is coming to Olympia! Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness...

Review: BLOOD/SUCKER at 12th Ave Arts

Review: BLOOD/SUCKER at 12th Ave Arts

by Amelia Divine · August 31, 2026

In Washington Ensemble Theatre’s Blood/Sucker, there’s something lurking in the shadows of the public high school, something that wants to suck the life out of all who roam the halls, teachers and students alike. Is it gun violence? Internet trolls? Bullying? Racism? Transphobia? Food insecurity…

Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at Paramount Theatre

Review: HARRY POTTER AND THE CURSED CHILD at Paramount Theatre

by Jay Irwin · August 27, 2026

Dear Readers, when discussing the play “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”, currently playing at the Paramount Theatre, we need to consider things in two time frames, B.C. and A.C., Before Covid and After Covid. B.C. the show was only in select places such as New York, London, and San Francisco…

Review: FREAK THE MIGHTY at The Seattle Rep

Review: FREAK THE MIGHTY at The Seattle Rep

by Jay Irwin · August 6, 2026

Dear Readers, shows about overcoming adversity are not a new thing. It’s pretty much a staple of many storylines. But what has been coming up more and more are the shows about overcoming a physical adversity. Of course there’s one of my favorites, “Hairspray” dealing with racism and body …

Review: HELL'S KITCHEN at Paramount Theatre

Review: HELL'S KITCHEN at Paramount Theatre

by Amelia Divine · July 23, 2026

Alicia Keys can write the hell out of a song. Her catalog has been the soundtrack to heartbreaks and first loves for more than two decades. Hell's Kitchen, the Grammy winner's semi-autobiographical musical now at the Paramount Theatre, is a welcome reminder of just how singular her music really is. …

Review: AS YOU LIKE IT by Dacha Theatre

Review: AS YOU LIKE IT by Dacha Theatre

by Amelia Divine · July 22, 2026

William Shakespeare’s work, undoubtedly, is an acquired taste. Shakespeare’s poetry of language can turn people off (the Elizabethan language can be hard to follow).  Would you believe me if I told you that one way to make his work more approachable is by folding in layers of randomness and cha…

Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Taproot Theatre

Review: JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT at Taproot Theatre

by Amelia Divine · July 20, 2026

When I think of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, I don't think of camp. It's content and presentation are really earnest. But the Taproot Theatre’s latest production leans into ‘camp’ in every sense of the word. Set in a children’s summer camp talent show…

Review: XIAN CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN 9 at Benaroya Hall

Review: XIAN CONDUCTS BEETHOVEN 9 at Benaroya Hall

by Erica Miner · June 22, 2026

Xian’s performance was a joyful representation of Schiller’s text, ending the rousing evening with an affirmation of much-needed hope for us all. The performance was transcendent in every way.…

Review: FRIDA...A SELF-PORTRAIT at Union Arts Center

Review: FRIDA...A SELF-PORTRAIT at Union Arts Center

by Amelia Divine · June 13, 2026

One-person productions are typically autobiographical: the performer teaches the audience about themself, as themself. But this seemingly “direct” approach is often not actually revealing, where an artist performs a ritualized series of autobiographical anecdotes that fit into the form’s genre…

Review: BLUE MAN GROUP at The Paramount Theatre

Review: BLUE MAN GROUP at The Paramount Theatre

by Shelley Dean · June 2, 2026

There’s a reason Blue Man Group has been beloved for nearly 40 years: their show is pure fun. Packed with electrifying percussion performances, inventive visual storytelling, and laugh-out-loud-worthy comedy, the group's North American tour continues to delight audiences, and their stop at The Par…

Past Shows

Comedy Underground Featuring Paul Goodwin

Comedy Underground Featuring Paul Goodwin

May 7

One night. Three comedians. Countless laughs. Comedy Underground returns to The Washington Center with another unforgettable evening of stand-up featuring three distinct comedic styles that will take you from everyday absurdities to unexpected revelations. Headlining the night...

Wizard of Oz on Ice

Wizard of Oz on Ice

Apr 17

The Wizard of Oz on Ice is a stunning blend of storytelling, skating, and visual artistry that brings this timeless tale to life in a whole new way. The themes of friendship, courage, self-discovery, and the magic of home will continue to resonate with audiences, both young and...

Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride

Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride

Mar 14

Journey back to the 1980s and experience a high-flying homage to America’s iconic amusement parks. Bursting with acrobatics, aerial feats, juggling, and a dose of nostalgic charm, this theatrical circus adventure brings the sights, sounds, and spirit of the era to life. At the...

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

Oct 11 – Oct 13, 2024

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street , a co-production of Harlequin Productions and the Olympia Symphony Orchestra with members of the Masterworks Choral Ensemble, runs one weekend only at the Washington Center, October 11-13, 2024. Book by Hugh Wheeler, music and...

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