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Listings are currently limited to those based in King, Pierce, Snohomish, and Thurston Counties; and slowly expanding west and north (Kitsap, Jefferson, Skagit, and Whatcom counties). The below show listings will be updated as new information is received. If you have a professional, community theatre, dance, or fringe show coming up in Western Washington that’s not listed, please tell us about it.
Beatrix Potter’s timeless tale of Peter Rabbit is given a modern twist by award-winning writer Trista Baldwin. What does it mean to be a good bunny? If everyone thinks you’re a bad bunny, can you ever be good? In this moving and adventurous reimagining of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale, Peter Rabbit and his three sisters come together to tell a story of their very own. Directed by Anita Montgomery.
Accessibility: ASL interpreted performance 5/4 (1 pm); audio described performance 5/11 (4:30 pm); sensory friendly performance 5/5 (11 am); pay-what-you-choose preview 4/25 (6:30 pm).
Tickets here.
Juicy, a young queer Black man, has a lot on his plate. His mother just married his uncle after the untimely death of his father, whose ghost appears at a family barbecue demanding that Juicy avenge his murder. Sound familiar? Fresh from its Broadway debut, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play inspired by Shakespeare’s Hamlet is a sparkling and uproarious new comedy about seeking love and liberation.
Written by James Ijames. Directed by Timothy McCuen Piggee.
Accessibility: English open captioned performance on 4/25 (evening); ASL interpreted and audio described performance on 5/4 (matinee).
Pay-what-you-choose tickets available for all performances by phone or in person; see info here.
Tickets here.
Welcome to Almost, Maine. It’s love. But not quite.
Almost, Maine is a town that’s so far north, it’s almost not in the United States — it’s almost in Canada. And it almost doesn’t exist. Because its residents never got around to getting organized. So it’s just … Almost. One cold, clear Friday night in the middle of winter, while the northern lights hover in the sky above, Almost’s residents find themselves falling in and out of love in the strangest ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. Love is lost, found, and confounded. And life for the people of Almost, Maine will never be the same.
Written by John Cariani. Directed by Rick Hornor.
Accessibility: Pay-what-you-choose performance on 5/9. ASL interpreted performance on 5/12.
Tickets ($29) here.
Want more Deaf-friendly theatre? See NWTheatre’s complete calendar of ASL interpreted and open captioned performances here.
When a reclusive and renowned folding artist opens her origami studio to a high school teacher and a young hip-hop prodigy, the three of them discover reams of connection and surprises. A poignant and entertaining reminder that life gets messy as it unfolds. A Seattle premiere; written by Rajiv Joseph, directed by Julie Beckman.
NOTE: two casts will perform at alternating dates; see ticketing page for cast schedules.
Purple Cast: Joyce Thi Brew, Laurence Hughes, and Akul Sood
Orange Cast: Duygu Erdogan Monson, Daniel Christianson, and Tanish Telukunta
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Avenue, Seattle)
Tickets $36 (artist & advance discount tickets also available), here.
An enthralling improvised theatrical marvel, weaving a narrative inspired by East Asian animation and storytelling.
At the heart of Journey of the Wind is the tale of a courageous young hero, navigating the complexities of coming of age in a realm filled with beauty, magic, and challenges. This production showcases and celebrates the rich narratives inspired by Asian cultures, brought to life by a diverse multi-ethnic cast that invites audiences of all backgrounds to explore stories that resonate with universal themes of courage, discovery, and the magic that binds us all. Directed by Belinda Fu.
Location: Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Ave S)
Pay-what-you-choose ($5+) tickets available for Monday (5/13) and Thursday (5/9 & 5/16) performances.
Tickets ($23) here.
Four new plays by women and non-binary playwrights and directors. Each day has 2 (Thursday), 3 (Friday & Saturday), or 4 (Sunday) plays in different combinations; see schedule for each day.
Plays:
The Uterine Files: Virginia Mary’s experiences echo through the lives of her descendants. Moving through time from 1863 to the present, this choreopoem’s stories of disruption demand an answer: what are they doing with our uteruses?
Carmilla: A camp-horror play based on the queer, female-centered, pre-Dracula vampire novella of the same name, introducing the mother of the modern monster and shattering the mold of male protagonists in horror.
On the Train: A timely indictment of medical racism as three women fight a hypocritical senator to secure the right for women to control and protect their own reproductive destinies.
Out of Time: Three different pairs of women deal with disaster and its aftermath, from the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire to the attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11 and beyond.
Tickets and schedule here.
The Producing Artists Lab is an opportunity for student artists to share exploratory or developmental projects with the public. The audience members may see a wider range in the levels of production and often more vigorous artistic risk-taking in these Lab productions. Show(s) to be announced.
Location: Hughes Penthouse Theatre (UW main campus)
Previews 5/4, 5/7; opens 5/9
Tickets $23 ($11 for previews), here.
The awe-struck Ken arrives at the New York studio of abstract expressionist Mark Rothko in the late 1950s. Rothko has been commissioned to paint a series of murals for the prestigious Four Seasons restaurant for a fee of several thousand dollars (about $375,000.00 in 2024 dollars). When asked why he never paints outdoors, Rothko replies, “Nature doesn’t do it for me. The light’s all wrong.”
True to the man it explores, Red revolves around a great contradiction, with dialogue that crackles along and snippets of humor at just the right moments. Winner of the 2010 Tony Award for best new play. Written by John Logan.
Location: Kennedy Catholic High School theatre (140 S. 140th St, Burien)
Tickets ($25) here.
Inspired by the Neofuturists in Chicago and New York, this groundbreaking production will feature a predetermined number of short plays performed in an order chosen by the audience. The result is that each show will be a unique performance experience, but all will showcase an all-star cast of multi-hyphenate talent. It’s both a world premiere and the last time this show will ever be performed.
This is truly theatre created by this community for this community, inviting audiences to participate in shaping the narrative and witnessing the magic of live performance in an entirely new way.
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Ave., Seattle)
Pay-what-you-choose performances on 4/28 and 5/5; discounted tickets available for artists/industry at all shows.
Tickets here.
In a beauty parlor in northwestern Louisiana, life is anything but boring. This heartwarming comedy masterpiece of six unforgettable women celebrates the power of motherhood and friendship. Through laughter, tears, and a thick fog of hairspray, these women face trials and triumphs armed with their greatest strength: each other.
Tickets $35 (when available) and show info here.
The wheeling and dealing Figaro plays matchmaker between the savvy Rosina and the lovesick Count Almaviva, while Rosina’s vulturous guardian does everything he can to keep the lovebirds apart. With Gioachino Rossini’s familiar and show-stopping tunes, libretto by Cesare Sterbini full of schemes and hijinks, and magnificently colorful sets and costumes in Lindy Hume’s audience-favorite production, this production is a treat for ears and eyes alike.
Tickets here.
It’s no wonder this musical charmer was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.” Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production features a newly revised and updated script and a lush new approach to this beloved classic. Don’t miss this magical, wild and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.
ASL interpreted performance 5/4, and open captioned performance 5/18 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
The Tony Award®-winning Best Play makes a thrilling Seattle debut after a triumphant run on London’s West End and Broadway. The Lehmans began as many American immigrants did in the 19th century: on a cold dock in New York City 1844 as a young Jewish man enters his new country for the first time. Joined by his two brothers, he lives the American Dream: from humble beginnings to outrageous success. 163 years later, that legacy—The Lehman Brothers—comes crashing down, triggering the largest financial crisis in history. How? Why? This extraordinary feat of storytelling invites us to question what success is worth, how legacy is defined, and what we value in the wake of devastating collapse.
ASL interpreted and audio described performance on 5/11 (matinee); see info here.
Previews 4/26-5/1; opens 5/2
Limited number of pay-what-you-choose advance tickets available for each performance. Rush tickets ($20) offered for all performances, if available. See discount ticket information here.
Tickets here.
11th century ladies-in-waiting Murasaki Shikibu and Sei Shonagon are, to this day, two of Japan’s most beloved writers.
They also kind of hated each other.
Unrivaled is about friendship, heartbreak, and what it means to be a female artist. And no matter how much things change, the more they stay the same … even after a thousand years. A co-production with SIS Productions. Written by Rosie Nagasaki; directed by Mimi Katano.
Tickets $10-$100 (sliding scale available for all) here.
Beatrix Potter’s timeless tale of Peter Rabbit is given a modern twist by award-winning writer Trista Baldwin. What does it mean to be a good bunny? If everyone thinks you’re a bad bunny, can you ever be good? In this moving and adventurous reimagining of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale, Peter Rabbit and his three sisters come together to tell a story of their very own. Directed by Anita Montgomery.
Accessibility: ASL interpreted performance 5/4 (1 pm); audio described performance 5/11 (4:30 pm); sensory friendly performance 5/5 (11 am); pay-what-you-choose preview 4/25 (6:30 pm).
Tickets here.
Step into the intoxicating world of Berlin’s nightlife in the 1930s with the iconic musical. Experience an unforgettable night of song, dance, and powerful storytelling that examines the thrilling and yet turbulent life under the growing shadow of the Third Reich. Witness the life of Sally Bowles, a flamboyant performer at the Kit Kat Klub, and her relationship with the young American writer, Cliff Bradshaw. As they navigate love and life amidst the pulsating beats of the nightclub, reality begins to cast a looming shadow over their lives, echoing the profound changes that await them outside.
Book by Joe Masteroff, based on the play by John Van Druten and stories by Christopher Isherwood. Music by John Kander, lyrics by Fred Ebb. Directed by Jessica Low, music direction by Brandon Peck, choreography by Annalisa Brinchman.
Pay-what-you-choose preview 4/25, opens 4/26. View accessibility info here.
Tickets here.
Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, this comedy musical will spin you right round baby right round.
The Wedding Singer is a comedy musical that features retro music that will transport you back to the era of big hair and neon lights. It’s 1985, and rock star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie starts to feel that love stinks. But after meeting Julia, Robbie just can’t get enough. Every little thing she does is magic. One problem, she’s about marry a Wall Street shark. Unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever. Robbie’s been dreaming of a white wedding. Can he make his dreams come true? Or will Julia be too shy?
Book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herilhy; music by Matthew Sklar; lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Directed by Rebecca Ewen.
Tickets $25.50 (when available) and show info here.
A modern take on the beloved classic. Life in Kansas has been a bit boring for Dorothy and her little dog Toto. Until one day, a cyclone swoops in and takes them “over the rainbow” to the wonderful and magical land of Oz. With the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy sets off on the adventure of a lifetime down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City. These new friends brave witches, flying monkeys, and a Haunted Forest all to meet the Wizard of Oz, who promises to make their dreams come true.
Adapted by Jacqueline E. Lawton, based on the book by L. Frank Baum; directed by Vanessa Postil.
Tickets $5+ (sliding scale advance tickets available to all, and limited free tickets at door) here.
Juicy, a young queer Black man, has a lot on his plate. His mother just married his uncle after the untimely death of his father, whose ghost appears at a family barbecue demanding that Juicy avenge his murder. Sound familiar? Fresh from its Broadway debut, this Pulitzer Prize-winning play inspired by Shakespeare’s Hamlet is a sparkling and uproarious new comedy about seeking love and liberation.
Written by James Ijames. Directed by Timothy McCuen Piggee.
Accessibility: English open captioned performance on 4/25 (evening); ASL interpreted and audio described performance on 5/4 (matinee).
Pay-what-you-choose tickets available for all performances by phone or in person; see info here.
Tickets here.
Join Ms. Briq House at this all-People of Color burlesque revue, for an evening of dazzling dancing, tantric teasing, and all around prismatic sexy magic, with some of the hottest burlesque performers this side of the Mississippi. There will be so many shades and flavors of chocolate, caramel, mocha, lemon meringue, and red velvet dripping from the Theatre Off Jackson stage that you are guaranteed to leave with a tooth ache.
Bring your 1’s, 5’s, 10’s, 20’s, 50’s, and 100’s, and come prepared to have a hooting, hollering good time. Held every 2nd Sunday.
Age 21+
Tickets ($45) here.
It’s no wonder this musical charmer was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.” Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production features a newly revised and updated script and a lush new approach to this beloved classic. Don’t miss this magical, wild and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.
ASL interpreted performance 5/4, and open captioned performance 5/18 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
Intimate mysteries are revealed as a quartet of souls yearning for connection are brought together through extraordinary correspondence. Across time and oceans, these strangers share letters of faith, letters of family, and letters of love, haunted by a city once destroyed by war. A companion play to Animals Out of Paper, presented in rotating rep.
A Pacific NW premiere; written by Rajiv Joseph, directed by David Hsieh & Julie Beckman.
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Avenue, Seattle)
Tickets $36 (artist & advance discount tickets also available), here.
Inspired by the Neofuturists in Chicago and New York, this groundbreaking production will feature a predetermined number of short plays performed in an order chosen by the audience. The result is that each show will be a unique performance experience, but all will showcase an all-star cast of multi-hyphenate talent. It’s both a world premiere and the last time this show will ever be performed.
This is truly theatre created by this community for this community, inviting audiences to participate in shaping the narrative and witnessing the magic of live performance in an entirely new way.
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Ave., Seattle)
Pay-what-you-choose performances on 4/28 and 5/5; discounted tickets available for artists/industry at all shows.
Tickets here.
The Tony Award®-winning Best Play makes a thrilling Seattle debut after a triumphant run on London’s West End and Broadway. The Lehmans began as many American immigrants did in the 19th century: on a cold dock in New York City 1844 as a young Jewish man enters his new country for the first time. Joined by his two brothers, he lives the American Dream: from humble beginnings to outrageous success. 163 years later, that legacy—The Lehman Brothers—comes crashing down, triggering the largest financial crisis in history. How? Why? This extraordinary feat of storytelling invites us to question what success is worth, how legacy is defined, and what we value in the wake of devastating collapse.
ASL interpreted and audio described performance on 5/11 (matinee); see info here.
Previews 4/26-5/1; opens 5/2
Limited number of pay-what-you-choose advance tickets available for each performance. Rush tickets ($20) offered for all performances, if available. See discount ticket information here.
Tickets here.
When a reclusive and renowned folding artist opens her origami studio to a high school teacher and a young hip-hop prodigy, the three of them discover reams of connection and surprises. A poignant and entertaining reminder that life gets messy as it unfolds. A Seattle premiere; written by Rajiv Joseph, directed by Julie Beckman.
NOTE: two casts will perform at alternating dates; see ticketing page for cast schedules.
Purple Cast: Joyce Thi Brew, Laurence Hughes, and Akul Sood
Orange Cast: Duygu Erdogan Monson, Daniel Christianson, and Tanish Telukunta
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Avenue, Seattle)
Tickets $36 (artist & advance discount tickets also available), here.
An enthralling improvised theatrical marvel, weaving a narrative inspired by East Asian animation and storytelling.
At the heart of Journey of the Wind is the tale of a courageous young hero, navigating the complexities of coming of age in a realm filled with beauty, magic, and challenges. This production showcases and celebrates the rich narratives inspired by Asian cultures, brought to life by a diverse multi-ethnic cast that invites audiences of all backgrounds to explore stories that resonate with universal themes of courage, discovery, and the magic that binds us all. Directed by Belinda Fu.
Location: Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Ave S)
Pay-what-you-choose ($5+) tickets available for Monday (5/13) and Thursday (5/9 & 5/16) performances.
Tickets ($23) here.
Once on this Caribbean Island, Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl, decided to risk it all for love. Guided by the mighty island gods, she sets out on a remarkable journey to reunite with the man who has captured her heart. Can she prove that love is more powerful than death? With a Calypso-flavored score from Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, the Tony Award-winning songwriters of Anastasia and Ragtime, Once on This Island is a captivating adaptation of the beloved fairy tale The Little Mermaid. Relish in this breathtaking and imaginative dance-filled musical, which overflows with love, grief, faith, and hope.
ASL interpreted performance 6/1, and open captioned performance 6/15 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
Once on this Caribbean Island, Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl, decided to risk it all for love. Guided by the mighty island gods, she sets out on a remarkable journey to reunite with the man who has captured her heart. Can she prove that love is more powerful than death? With a Calypso-flavored score from Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, the Tony Award-winning songwriters of Anastasia and Ragtime, Once on This Island is a captivating adaptation of the beloved fairy tale The Little Mermaid. Relish in this breathtaking and imaginative dance-filled musical, which overflows with love, grief, faith, and hope.
ASL interpreted performance 6/1, and open captioned performance 6/15 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
The wheeling and dealing Figaro plays matchmaker between the savvy Rosina and the lovesick Count Almaviva, while Rosina’s vulturous guardian does everything he can to keep the lovebirds apart. With Gioachino Rossini’s familiar and show-stopping tunes, libretto by Cesare Sterbini full of schemes and hijinks, and magnificently colorful sets and costumes in Lindy Hume’s audience-favorite production, this production is a treat for ears and eyes alike.
Tickets here.
It’s no wonder this musical charmer was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.” Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production features a newly revised and updated script and a lush new approach to this beloved classic. Don’t miss this magical, wild and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.
ASL interpreted performance 5/4, and open captioned performance 5/18 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann’s re-imagination of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of nonsense and fantasy returns to the Triple Door. Come along with Alice as she discovers what wonders lie beyond the velvet rope at Wonderland’s most exclusive nightclub, The Looking Glass, and tries to best the menacing Queen of Hearts to become the next Queen of Wonderland.
Ages 17+ for most shows, 21+ for 9:30 shows.
Tickets here.
It’s no wonder this musical charmer was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.” Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production features a newly revised and updated script and a lush new approach to this beloved classic. Don’t miss this magical, wild and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.
ASL interpreted performance 5/4, and open captioned performance 5/18 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
Walking in total darkness to immersion in a theatrical cosmos, viewers explore traces of themselves in starlight, the universe, and those who have been here before us.
Note: Scheduled time TBD.
Tickets here.
When a reclusive and renowned folding artist opens her origami studio to a high school teacher and a young hip-hop prodigy, the three of them discover reams of connection and surprises. A poignant and entertaining reminder that life gets messy as it unfolds. A Seattle premiere; written by Rajiv Joseph, directed by Julie Beckman.
NOTE: two casts will perform at alternating dates; see ticketing page for cast schedules.
Purple Cast: Joyce Thi Brew, Laurence Hughes, and Akul Sood
Orange Cast: Duygu Erdogan Monson, Daniel Christianson, and Tanish Telukunta
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Avenue, Seattle)
Tickets $36 (artist & advance discount tickets also available), here.
An enthralling improvised theatrical marvel, weaving a narrative inspired by East Asian animation and storytelling.
At the heart of Journey of the Wind is the tale of a courageous young hero, navigating the complexities of coming of age in a realm filled with beauty, magic, and challenges. This production showcases and celebrates the rich narratives inspired by Asian cultures, brought to life by a diverse multi-ethnic cast that invites audiences of all backgrounds to explore stories that resonate with universal themes of courage, discovery, and the magic that binds us all. Directed by Belinda Fu.
Location: Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Ave S)
Pay-what-you-choose ($5+) tickets available for Monday (5/13) and Thursday (5/9 & 5/16) performances.
Tickets ($23) here.
Four new plays by women and non-binary playwrights and directors. Each day has 2 (Thursday), 3 (Friday & Saturday), or 4 (Sunday) plays in different combinations; see schedule for each day.
Plays:
The Uterine Files: Virginia Mary’s experiences echo through the lives of her descendants. Moving through time from 1863 to the present, this choreopoem’s stories of disruption demand an answer: what are they doing with our uteruses?
Carmilla: A camp-horror play based on the queer, female-centered, pre-Dracula vampire novella of the same name, introducing the mother of the modern monster and shattering the mold of male protagonists in horror.
On the Train: A timely indictment of medical racism as three women fight a hypocritical senator to secure the right for women to control and protect their own reproductive destinies.
Out of Time: Three different pairs of women deal with disaster and its aftermath, from the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire to the attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11 and beyond.
Tickets and schedule here.
Once on this Caribbean Island, Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl, decided to risk it all for love. Guided by the mighty island gods, she sets out on a remarkable journey to reunite with the man who has captured her heart. Can she prove that love is more powerful than death? With a Calypso-flavored score from Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, the Tony Award-winning songwriters of Anastasia and Ragtime, Once on This Island is a captivating adaptation of the beloved fairy tale The Little Mermaid. Relish in this breathtaking and imaginative dance-filled musical, which overflows with love, grief, faith, and hope.
ASL interpreted performance 6/1, and open captioned performance 6/15 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
It’s no wonder this musical charmer was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.” Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production features a newly revised and updated script and a lush new approach to this beloved classic. Don’t miss this magical, wild and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.
ASL interpreted performance 5/4, and open captioned performance 5/18 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann’s re-imagination of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of nonsense and fantasy returns to the Triple Door. Come along with Alice as she discovers what wonders lie beyond the velvet rope at Wonderland’s most exclusive nightclub, The Looking Glass, and tries to best the menacing Queen of Hearts to become the next Queen of Wonderland.
Ages 17+ for most shows, 21+ for 9:30 shows.
Tickets here.
11th century ladies-in-waiting Murasaki Shikibu and Sei Shonagon are, to this day, two of Japan’s most beloved writers.
They also kind of hated each other.
Unrivaled is about friendship, heartbreak, and what it means to be a female artist. And no matter how much things change, the more they stay the same … even after a thousand years. A co-production with SIS Productions. Written by Rosie Nagasaki; directed by Mimi Katano.
Tickets $10-$100 (sliding scale available for all) here.
The MFA Dance Concert premieres work that is choreographed by UW MFA candidates on the department’s undergraduate dancers.
Tickets ($23) here.
In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate — and an impromptu happy hour — and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years. Over the course of six months, filled with laughter, hilarious misadventures, and the occasional liquid refreshment, these middle-aged women successfully bond and find the confidence to jump-start their new lives. Together, they discover lasting friendships and a renewed determination to live in the moment — and most importantly, realize it’s never too late to make new old friends.
Written by Jones, Hope, and Wooten. Directed by Joe Goins.
Tickets ($30) here.
reSet is centered around a low-stakes, high-risk mentality that encourages experimentation, creativity, and play. This program aims to cross-pollinate Seattle’s dance and theater communities by expanding our artists’ audiences and platforms and experimenting with resources, inspiration, and unique ways choreographers can create new work.
This installment features new dance works choreographed by Moscato Sky, and Hannah Simmons & Alethea Alexander, performed on the set of Scrambling the Goose.
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Ave., Seattle)
Tickets $17-$28 (sliding scale available for all) here.
Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann’s re-imagination of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of nonsense and fantasy returns to the Triple Door. Come along with Alice as she discovers what wonders lie beyond the velvet rope at Wonderland’s most exclusive nightclub, The Looking Glass, and tries to best the menacing Queen of Hearts to become the next Queen of Wonderland.
Ages 17+ for most shows, 21+ for 9:30 shows.
Tickets here.
Walking in total darkness to immersion in a theatrical cosmos, viewers explore traces of themselves in starlight, the universe, and those who have been here before us.
Note: Scheduled time TBD.
Tickets here.
Four new plays by women and non-binary playwrights and directors. Each day has 2 (Thursday), 3 (Friday & Saturday), or 4 (Sunday) plays in different combinations; see schedule for each day.
Plays:
The Uterine Files: Virginia Mary’s experiences echo through the lives of her descendants. Moving through time from 1863 to the present, this choreopoem’s stories of disruption demand an answer: what are they doing with our uteruses?
Carmilla: A camp-horror play based on the queer, female-centered, pre-Dracula vampire novella of the same name, introducing the mother of the modern monster and shattering the mold of male protagonists in horror.
On the Train: A timely indictment of medical racism as three women fight a hypocritical senator to secure the right for women to control and protect their own reproductive destinies.
Out of Time: Three different pairs of women deal with disaster and its aftermath, from the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire to the attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11 and beyond.
Tickets and schedule here.
A modern take on the beloved classic. Life in Kansas has been a bit boring for Dorothy and her little dog Toto. Until one day, a cyclone swoops in and takes them “over the rainbow” to the wonderful and magical land of Oz. With the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy sets off on the adventure of a lifetime down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City. These new friends brave witches, flying monkeys, and a Haunted Forest all to meet the Wizard of Oz, who promises to make their dreams come true.
Adapted by Jacqueline E. Lawton, based on the book by L. Frank Baum; directed by Vanessa Postil.
Tickets $5+ (sliding scale advance tickets available to all, and limited free tickets at door) here.
When a reclusive and renowned folding artist opens her origami studio to a high school teacher and a young hip-hop prodigy, the three of them discover reams of connection and surprises. A poignant and entertaining reminder that life gets messy as it unfolds. A Seattle premiere; written by Rajiv Joseph, directed by Julie Beckman.
NOTE: two casts will perform at alternating dates; see ticketing page for cast schedules.
Purple Cast: Joyce Thi Brew, Laurence Hughes, and Akul Sood
Orange Cast: Duygu Erdogan Monson, Daniel Christianson, and Tanish Telukunta
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Avenue, Seattle)
Tickets $36 (artist & advance discount tickets also available), here.
An enthralling improvised theatrical marvel, weaving a narrative inspired by East Asian animation and storytelling.
At the heart of Journey of the Wind is the tale of a courageous young hero, navigating the complexities of coming of age in a realm filled with beauty, magic, and challenges. This production showcases and celebrates the rich narratives inspired by Asian cultures, brought to life by a diverse multi-ethnic cast that invites audiences of all backgrounds to explore stories that resonate with universal themes of courage, discovery, and the magic that binds us all. Directed by Belinda Fu.
Location: Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Ave S)
Pay-what-you-choose ($5+) tickets available for Monday (5/13) and Thursday (5/9 & 5/16) performances.
Tickets ($23) here.
The wheeling and dealing Figaro plays matchmaker between the savvy Rosina and the lovesick Count Almaviva, while Rosina’s vulturous guardian does everything he can to keep the lovebirds apart. With Gioachino Rossini’s familiar and show-stopping tunes, libretto by Cesare Sterbini full of schemes and hijinks, and magnificently colorful sets and costumes in Lindy Hume’s audience-favorite production, this production is a treat for ears and eyes alike.
Tickets here.
Take three delicious, malicious wives, add three miserable, unloving husbands — and chill. That’s the recipe of Michele Lowe’s tantalizing comedy that had Broadway audiences cheering.
Nicky, Debra, and Molly have tolerated one another during once-a-month dinners for years. While their unseen spouses play golf in the dining room, the women exchange confidences for the first time revealing that all three marriages are on the brink of disaster and all three women are facing the challenges of their lives. Directed by Eric Wise.
Tickets ($17) here.
Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, this comedy musical will spin you right round baby right round.
The Wedding Singer is a comedy musical that features retro music that will transport you back to the era of big hair and neon lights. It’s 1985, and rock star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie starts to feel that love stinks. But after meeting Julia, Robbie just can’t get enough. Every little thing she does is magic. One problem, she’s about marry a Wall Street shark. Unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever. Robbie’s been dreaming of a white wedding. Can he make his dreams come true? Or will Julia be too shy?
Book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herilhy; music by Matthew Sklar; lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Directed by Rebecca Ewen.
Tickets $25.50 (when available) and show info here.
11th century ladies-in-waiting Murasaki Shikibu and Sei Shonagon are, to this day, two of Japan’s most beloved writers.
They also kind of hated each other.
Unrivaled is about friendship, heartbreak, and what it means to be a female artist. And no matter how much things change, the more they stay the same … even after a thousand years. A co-production with SIS Productions. Written by Rosie Nagasaki; directed by Mimi Katano.
Tickets $10-$100 (sliding scale available for all) here.
The MFA Dance Concert premieres work that is choreographed by UW MFA candidates on the department’s undergraduate dancers.
Tickets ($23) here.
Once on this Caribbean Island, Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl, decided to risk it all for love. Guided by the mighty island gods, she sets out on a remarkable journey to reunite with the man who has captured her heart. Can she prove that love is more powerful than death? With a Calypso-flavored score from Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, the Tony Award-winning songwriters of Anastasia and Ragtime, Once on This Island is a captivating adaptation of the beloved fairy tale The Little Mermaid. Relish in this breathtaking and imaginative dance-filled musical, which overflows with love, grief, faith, and hope.
ASL interpreted performance 6/1, and open captioned performance 6/15 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
New City founding artists, Mary Ewald and John Kazanjian, have created a compilation of compelling speeches and sonnets tracing the arc of life from youth to old age. This intimate evening of great speeches from the Bard is performed for 12 people per night in the living room of a 1904 Capitol Hill home. (Note: most dates are selling out quickly.)
New City has been producing theater in Seattle since 1982. Past living room performances have included work by T.S. Eliot, Wallace Shawn, Allen Ginsberg, and Walt Whitman. Past Shakespearean productions include Hamlet and The Tempest.
Location: private residence on Capitol Hill; address provided with tickets
Tickets ($23) here.
It’s no wonder this musical charmer was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.” Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production features a newly revised and updated script and a lush new approach to this beloved classic. Don’t miss this magical, wild and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.
ASL interpreted performance 5/4, and open captioned performance 5/18 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate — and an impromptu happy hour — and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years. Over the course of six months, filled with laughter, hilarious misadventures, and the occasional liquid refreshment, these middle-aged women successfully bond and find the confidence to jump-start their new lives. Together, they discover lasting friendships and a renewed determination to live in the moment — and most importantly, realize it’s never too late to make new old friends.
Written by Jones, Hope, and Wooten. Directed by Joe Goins.
Tickets ($30) here.
reSet is centered around a low-stakes, high-risk mentality that encourages experimentation, creativity, and play. This program aims to cross-pollinate Seattle’s dance and theater communities by expanding our artists’ audiences and platforms and experimenting with resources, inspiration, and unique ways choreographers can create new work.
This installment features new dance works choreographed by Moscato Sky, and Hannah Simmons & Alethea Alexander, performed on the set of Scrambling the Goose.
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Ave., Seattle)
Tickets $17-$28 (sliding scale available for all) here.
Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann’s re-imagination of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of nonsense and fantasy returns to the Triple Door. Come along with Alice as she discovers what wonders lie beyond the velvet rope at Wonderland’s most exclusive nightclub, The Looking Glass, and tries to best the menacing Queen of Hearts to become the next Queen of Wonderland.
Ages 17+ for most shows, 21+ for this (9:30) show.
Tickets here.
Beatrix Potter’s timeless tale of Peter Rabbit is given a modern twist by award-winning writer Trista Baldwin. What does it mean to be a good bunny? If everyone thinks you’re a bad bunny, can you ever be good? In this moving and adventurous reimagining of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale, Peter Rabbit and his three sisters come together to tell a story of their very own. Directed by Anita Montgomery.
Accessibility: ASL interpreted performance 5/4 (1 pm); audio described performance 5/11 (4:30 pm); sensory friendly performance 5/5 (11 am); pay-what-you-choose preview 4/25 (6:30 pm).
Tickets here.
Once on this Caribbean Island, Ti Moune, a fearless peasant girl, decided to risk it all for love. Guided by the mighty island gods, she sets out on a remarkable journey to reunite with the man who has captured her heart. Can she prove that love is more powerful than death? With a Calypso-flavored score from Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, the Tony Award-winning songwriters of Anastasia and Ragtime, Once on This Island is a captivating adaptation of the beloved fairy tale The Little Mermaid. Relish in this breathtaking and imaginative dance-filled musical, which overflows with love, grief, faith, and hope.
ASL interpreted performance 6/1, and open captioned performance 6/15 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
In this unique adaptation of The Adding Machine, the unremarkable Mr. Zero, an accountant, is unexpectedly replaced by an adding machine. What follows is a series of remarkable events during and after his life that are outside of his control — or are they? In this devised adaptation, director Ryan Purcell and student artists will examine the present-day emergence of artificial intelligence in the context of Rice’s prescient expressionistic classic of the 1920s.
A new devised adaptation, directed by Ryan Guzzo Purcell. Based on the play by Elmer Rice.
Previews 5/18, 5/21; opens 5/23
Tickets $23 ($11 for previews), here.
It’s no wonder this musical charmer was the longest-running musical in the world, with its breathtaking poetry, theatrical sophistication, and timeless songs like “Try to Remember” and “Soon It’s Gonna Rain.” Full of buoyant humor and charming tunes, The Fantasticks tells the story of a boy and a girl who fall madly in love, and the two meddlesome fathers who try to keep them apart. This production features a newly revised and updated script and a lush new approach to this beloved classic. Don’t miss this magical, wild and witty tale about young love, wild fantasy, and growing up.
ASL interpreted performance 5/4, and open captioned performance 5/18 (matinees).
$20 Section B same-day, in-person rush tickets offered for all dates (subject to availability). Pay-what-you-choose tickets available same-day for select performances. See discount ticket info here and PWYC info here.
Tickets here.
Want more Deaf-friendly theatre? See NWTheatre’s complete calendar of ASL interpreted and open captioned performances here.
In this delightful, laugh-a-minute comedy, four unique Southern women, all needing to escape the sameness of their day-to-day routines, are drawn together by Fate — and an impromptu happy hour — and decide it’s high time to reclaim the enthusiasm for life they’ve lost through the years. Over the course of six months, filled with laughter, hilarious misadventures, and the occasional liquid refreshment, these middle-aged women successfully bond and find the confidence to jump-start their new lives. Together, they discover lasting friendships and a renewed determination to live in the moment — and most importantly, realize it’s never too late to make new old friends.
Written by Jones, Hope, and Wooten. Directed by Joe Goins.
Tickets ($30) here.
A modern take on the beloved classic. Life in Kansas has been a bit boring for Dorothy and her little dog Toto. Until one day, a cyclone swoops in and takes them “over the rainbow” to the wonderful and magical land of Oz. With the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy sets off on the adventure of a lifetime down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City. These new friends brave witches, flying monkeys, and a Haunted Forest all to meet the Wizard of Oz, who promises to make their dreams come true.
Adapted by Jacqueline E. Lawton, based on the book by L. Frank Baum; directed by Vanessa Postil.
Tickets $5+ (sliding scale advance tickets available to all, and limited free tickets at door) here.
Beatrix Potter’s timeless tale of Peter Rabbit is given a modern twist by award-winning writer Trista Baldwin. What does it mean to be a good bunny? If everyone thinks you’re a bad bunny, can you ever be good? In this moving and adventurous reimagining of Beatrix Potter’s classic tale, Peter Rabbit and his three sisters come together to tell a story of their very own. Directed by Anita Montgomery.
Accessibility: ASL interpreted performance 5/4 (1 pm); audio described performance 5/11 (4:30 pm); sensory friendly performance 5/5 (11 am); pay-what-you-choose preview 4/25 (6:30 pm).
Tickets here.
Lily Verlaine and Jasper McCann’s re-imagination of Lewis Carroll’s classic tale of nonsense and fantasy returns to the Triple Door. Come along with Alice as she discovers what wonders lie beyond the velvet rope at Wonderland’s most exclusive nightclub, The Looking Glass, and tries to best the menacing Queen of Hearts to become the next Queen of Wonderland.
Ages 17+ for most shows, 21+ for 9:30 shows.
Tickets here.
Walking in total darkness to immersion in a theatrical cosmos, viewers explore traces of themselves in starlight, the universe, and those who have been here before us.
Note: Scheduled time TBD.
Tickets here.
Four new plays by women and non-binary playwrights and directors. Each day has 2 (Thursday), 3 (Friday & Saturday), or 4 (Sunday) plays in different combinations; see schedule for each day.
Plays:
The Uterine Files: Virginia Mary’s experiences echo through the lives of her descendants. Moving through time from 1863 to the present, this choreopoem’s stories of disruption demand an answer: what are they doing with our uteruses?
Carmilla: A camp-horror play based on the queer, female-centered, pre-Dracula vampire novella of the same name, introducing the mother of the modern monster and shattering the mold of male protagonists in horror.
On the Train: A timely indictment of medical racism as three women fight a hypocritical senator to secure the right for women to control and protect their own reproductive destinies.
Out of Time: Three different pairs of women deal with disaster and its aftermath, from the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire to the attack on the World Trade Center on 9/11 and beyond.
Tickets and schedule here.
A modern take on the beloved classic. Life in Kansas has been a bit boring for Dorothy and her little dog Toto. Until one day, a cyclone swoops in and takes them “over the rainbow” to the wonderful and magical land of Oz. With the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy sets off on the adventure of a lifetime down the yellow brick road to the Emerald City. These new friends brave witches, flying monkeys, and a Haunted Forest all to meet the Wizard of Oz, who promises to make their dreams come true.
Adapted by Jacqueline E. Lawton, based on the book by L. Frank Baum; directed by Vanessa Postil.
Tickets $5+ (sliding scale advance tickets available to all, and limited free tickets at door) here.
When a reclusive and renowned folding artist opens her origami studio to a high school teacher and a young hip-hop prodigy, the three of them discover reams of connection and surprises. A poignant and entertaining reminder that life gets messy as it unfolds. A Seattle premiere; written by Rajiv Joseph, directed by Julie Beckman.
NOTE: two casts will perform at alternating dates; see ticketing page for cast schedules.
Purple Cast: Joyce Thi Brew, Laurence Hughes, and Akul Sood
Orange Cast: Duygu Erdogan Monson, Daniel Christianson, and Tanish Telukunta
Location: 12th Avenue Arts (1620 12th Avenue, Seattle)
Tickets $36 (artist & advance discount tickets also available), here.
An enthralling improvised theatrical marvel, weaving a narrative inspired by East Asian animation and storytelling.
At the heart of Journey of the Wind is the tale of a courageous young hero, navigating the complexities of coming of age in a realm filled with beauty, magic, and challenges. This production showcases and celebrates the rich narratives inspired by Asian cultures, brought to life by a diverse multi-ethnic cast that invites audiences of all backgrounds to explore stories that resonate with universal themes of courage, discovery, and the magic that binds us all. Directed by Belinda Fu.
Location: Theatre Off Jackson (409 7th Ave S)
Pay-what-you-choose ($5+) tickets available for Monday (5/13) and Thursday (5/9 & 5/16) performances.
Tickets ($23) here.
The wheeling and dealing Figaro plays matchmaker between the savvy Rosina and the lovesick Count Almaviva, while Rosina’s vulturous guardian does everything he can to keep the lovebirds apart. With Gioachino Rossini’s familiar and show-stopping tunes, libretto by Cesare Sterbini full of schemes and hijinks, and magnificently colorful sets and costumes in Lindy Hume’s audience-favorite production, this production is a treat for ears and eyes alike.
Tickets here.
Take three delicious, malicious wives, add three miserable, unloving husbands — and chill. That’s the recipe of Michele Lowe’s tantalizing comedy that had Broadway audiences cheering.
Nicky, Debra, and Molly have tolerated one another during once-a-month dinners for years. While their unseen spouses play golf in the dining room, the women exchange confidences for the first time revealing that all three marriages are on the brink of disaster and all three women are facing the challenges of their lives. Directed by Eric Wise.
Tickets ($17) here.
Based on the hit Adam Sandler movie, this comedy musical will spin you right round baby right round.
The Wedding Singer is a comedy musical that features retro music that will transport you back to the era of big hair and neon lights. It’s 1985, and rock star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer. He’s the life of the party until his own fiancée leaves him at the altar. Shot through the heart, Robbie starts to feel that love stinks. But after meeting Julia, Robbie just can’t get enough. Every little thing she does is magic. One problem, she’s about marry a Wall Street shark. Unless Robbie can pull off the performance of a decade, the girl of his dreams will be gone forever. Robbie’s been dreaming of a white wedding. Can he make his dreams come true? Or will Julia be too shy?
Book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herilhy; music by Matthew Sklar; lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Directed by Rebecca Ewen.
Tickets $25.50 (when available) and show info here.