By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

Set during America’s surge of Utopian communities, the play wrestles with belief and doubt in a swiftly changing world. As the young women in the community claim new spiritual gifts, Sister Hannah and the other elders must judge whether these gifts are real or rebellion. Written by Arlene Hutton, directed by Marianne Savell.

Pay-what-you-choose performance on 3/29. Tickets available same-day; see info here.

Show info here.

Duo Comedy Showcase is Seattle’s only public open-mic for improv. Two-person teams doing what they do best: creating spontaneous scenes on the fly that are so hilarious, quick-witted, and perfectly constructed, it’s hard to believe they are made up on the spot. At Duos, newer improvisers have an opportunity to improve while professional improvisers practice and try new things. Who knows, you might even want to join them. Every Wednesday.

Location: Unexpected Productions, at the Gum Wall in the Market

Tickets ($11) here.

Thursdays, we are a game and art bar — the place to activate your pineal gland by playing and art-ing. You can play our games and use our art stuff. Or bring your own games and your own art stuff.

We will have good music on, appropriate lighting, drink specials, and a general vibe of “well shi*t, this is downright lovely.”

Location: Everett Improv (2610 Colby Ave)

Free, drop-in. Info here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

Wrongfully imprisoned, Edmee Dantes seeks vengeance on those who have wronged her in this literary burlesque adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’s The Count of Monte Cristo. Adapted by Mx. Pucks A’Plenty and directed and choreographed by Fosse Jack, join us at Theatre Off Jackson on March 30, March 31, and April 1 for an epic quest for justice.

Featuring Noveltease Company Members Onyx Asili, Cheeky Diamondz, Scarlett Folds, Lulu La Lune, Al Lykya, Trixie Paprika, Ramona Rhapsody, Miss Elaine Yes, and special guests Carson St. Clair and Ash Midnight.

Tickets ($27 suggested, and pay-what-you-choose offered to all) here.

Written in the aftermath of a very recent sexual assault, A Lonely Realization features two women actively detangling and processing the ways it affects survivors and their communities. Playing with the comic absurdity of trauma and everyone’s reactions to it, we hope to create a space where we can talk openly about a topic that is often ignored or avoided.

Part of the 2023 Script Development Festival. Created and performed by Darby Sherwood and Emily Stone.

Location: MLK Fame Community Center (3201 East Republican St) or online

Tickets (pay-what-you-choose available to all) here.

Move yo’ body rhythms reverberate in this beat-filled visual mixtape that blends poetry, dance, media, and music. Equal parts comedy, pain, and retrospection, Paige Hernandez uses the stage to share her own story as a multicultural girl growing up in Baltimore who is desperate to fit in and find her voice. Paige’s journey through hip-hop leads to self-discovery to become a leading artist of this generation. Sibling-duo Paige Hernandez (writer and performer) and Nick tha 1da (musician) in collaboration with Danielle A. Drakes (director) and Bryan Joseph Lee (dramaturg) have developed a unique coming-of-age story that speaks to a dynamic hip-hop-influenced generation.

Run time (estimated): 60 minutes

Financially accessible ticketing options may be available; see info here.

Tickets ($20-$45, depending on date and seat location) here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

Max and Paul are just trying to keep their architecture company afloat, but they accidentally hired the mob to build a police retirement home. They may never get the project done in this screwball comedy, but they are most definitely building madness. If you love those great old comedies from Hollywood’s Golden Era of the 1930s, you will love this. By Kate Danley, directed by Scott Nolte.

Pay-what-you-choose rush tickets for performances on 3/23, 3/25, 3/31. See discount and rush ticket info here.

Tickets here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

Wrongfully imprisoned, Edmee Dantes seeks vengeance on those who have wronged her in this literary burlesque adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’s The Count of Monte Cristo. Adapted by Mx. Pucks A’Plenty and directed and choreographed by Fosse Jack, join us at Theatre Off Jackson on March 30, March 31, and April 1 for an epic quest for justice.

Featuring Noveltease Company Members Onyx Asili, Cheeky Diamondz, Scarlett Folds, Lulu La Lune, Al Lykya, Trixie Paprika, Ramona Rhapsody, Miss Elaine Yes, and special guests Carson St. Clair and Ash Midnight.

Tickets ($27 suggested, and pay-what-you-choose offered to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Move yo’ body rhythms reverberate in this beat-filled visual mixtape that blends poetry, dance, media, and music. Equal parts comedy, pain, and retrospection, Paige Hernandez uses the stage to share her own story as a multicultural girl growing up in Baltimore who is desperate to fit in and find her voice. Paige’s journey through hip-hop leads to self-discovery to become a leading artist of this generation. Sibling-duo Paige Hernandez (writer and performer) and Nick tha 1da (musician) in collaboration with Danielle A. Drakes (director) and Bryan Joseph Lee (dramaturg) have developed a unique coming-of-age story that speaks to a dynamic hip-hop-influenced generation.

This performance listed as ASL interpreted and audio described — as always, please confirm date and best seating location with the theatre. See accessibility info here.

Run time (estimated): 60 minutes

Financially accessible ticketing options may be available; see info here.

Tickets ($20-$45, depending on date and seat location) here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

Wrongfully imprisoned, Edmee Dantes seeks vengeance on those who have wronged her in this literary burlesque adaptation of Alexandre Dumas’s The Count of Monte Cristo. Adapted by Mx. Pucks A’Plenty and directed and choreographed by Fosse Jack, join us at Theatre Off Jackson on March 30, March 31, and April 1 for an epic quest for justice.

Featuring Noveltease Company Members Onyx Asili, Cheeky Diamondz, Scarlett Folds, Lulu La Lune, Al Lykya, Trixie Paprika, Ramona Rhapsody, Miss Elaine Yes, and special guests Carson St. Clair and Ash Midnight.

Tickets ($27 suggested, and pay-what-you-choose offered to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

Move yo’ body rhythms reverberate in this beat-filled visual mixtape that blends poetry, dance, media, and music. Equal parts comedy, pain, and retrospection, Paige Hernandez uses the stage to share her own story as a multicultural girl growing up in Baltimore who is desperate to fit in and find her voice. Paige’s journey through hip-hop leads to self-discovery to become a leading artist of this generation. Sibling-duo Paige Hernandez (writer and performer) and Nick tha 1da (musician) in collaboration with Danielle A. Drakes (director) and Bryan Joseph Lee (dramaturg) have developed a unique coming-of-age story that speaks to a dynamic hip-hop-influenced generation.

This performance listed as sensory friendly — as always, please confirm date and additional information with the theatre. See accessibility info here.

Run time (estimated): 60 minutes

Financially accessible ticketing options may be available; see info here.

Tickets ($20-$45, depending on date and seat location) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

Trapeze, fabric, and more, with local and guest performers. Every 1st Sunday except during summer. Doors at 4, show at 5. 21+ event.

Location: inside the Brotherhood Lounge bar (119 Capitol Way N)

$15 donation requested at the door; no one turned away for lack of funds

Show info here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

In a classic-modern mashup of the beloved Jane Austen novel, Sense and Sensibility revisits the 18th-century England of the iconic characters through a contemporary lens. Layered with smart comedy and zany antics, this playful new adaption comes to life in a delightfully indulgent production directed by Jes Spencer.

Sensible Elinor and sensitive Marianne’s fortunes become misfortunes after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Navigating societal pressures and relatable modern gossip, the two sisters learn to love while expressing their own sensibilities. Cheekily underscored by a contemporary mix of your favorite pop songs, Sense and Sensibility’s simple beauty and timelessness is a breath of fresh countryside air.

Play by Kate Hamill, based on the novel by Jane Austen
Directed by Jes Spencer

Tickets ($54-$91) here.

Pay-what-you-choose rush tickets available (by phone or in-person) for this performance; see info here.

$20 Section B rush tickets available for all performances; see discount ticket info here.

ASL-interpreted performance on 3/25 (matinee), and captioned performance 4/8 (matinee). See accessibility info here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl is a magical, meaningful, and melodic adaptation of the Ancient Greek Myth of Orpheus. It reckons with love, grief, and remembrance. When Eurydice dies on her wedding day, we follow her reunion with her late father in a vibrant underworld. When Eurydice’s husband, Orpheus, journeys down from the living world desperate to find the woman he has loved for centuries Eurydice is left to make a decision: will she stay in the afterlife with her father, or will she rejoin Orpheus on Earth?

Excerpts from plays selected, directed and performed by students

Show info here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl is a magical, meaningful, and melodic adaptation of the Ancient Greek Myth of Orpheus. It reckons with love, grief, and remembrance. When Eurydice dies on her wedding day, we follow her reunion with her late father in a vibrant underworld. When Eurydice’s husband, Orpheus, journeys down from the living world desperate to find the woman he has loved for centuries Eurydice is left to make a decision: will she stay in the afterlife with her father, or will she rejoin Orpheus on Earth?

Excerpts from plays selected, directed and performed by students

Show info here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

After a boating accident, two women wash up on a distant shore. They look for a path home, but discover that this unfamiliar land is not what it seems. Loosely inspired by the myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, Zinnie Harris’ Meet Me at Dawn is a tenderly lyrical and utterly modern fable exploring the mystery of grief and the triumph of everyday love. Featuring Jennifer Faulkner and Jordi Montes.

Live stream option available.

Tickets ($17-$37, sliding scale available to all) here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Eurydice by Sarah Ruhl is a magical, meaningful, and melodic adaptation of the Ancient Greek Myth of Orpheus. It reckons with love, grief, and remembrance. When Eurydice dies on her wedding day, we follow her reunion with her late father in a vibrant underworld. When Eurydice’s husband, Orpheus, journeys down from the living world desperate to find the woman he has loved for centuries Eurydice is left to make a decision: will she stay in the afterlife with her father, or will she rejoin Orpheus on Earth?

Excerpts from plays selected, directed and performed by students

Show info here.

In a classic-modern mashup of the beloved Jane Austen novel, Sense and Sensibility revisits the 18th-century England of the iconic characters through a contemporary lens. Layered with smart comedy and zany antics, this playful new adaption comes to life in a delightfully indulgent production directed by Jes Spencer.

Sensible Elinor and sensitive Marianne’s fortunes become misfortunes after their father’s sudden death leaves them financially destitute and socially vulnerable. Navigating societal pressures and relatable modern gossip, the two sisters learn to love while expressing their own sensibilities. Cheekily underscored by a contemporary mix of your favorite pop songs, Sense and Sensibility’s simple beauty and timelessness is a breath of fresh countryside air.

Play by Kate Hamill, based on the novel by Jane Austen
Directed by Jes Spencer

Tickets ($54-$91) here.

Pay-what-you-choose rush tickets available (by phone or in-person) for this performance; see info here.

$20 Section B rush tickets available for all performances; see discount ticket info here.

ASL-interpreted performance on 3/25 (matinee), and captioned performance 4/8 (matinee). See accessibility info here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

Reboot Theatre Company, known for its intriguing deep dives and fresh interpretations of theater, brings to life 110 in the Shade, a beautiful exploration of love, hope, and acceptance. From the creators of The Fantasticks, 110 in the Shade is a touching and intimate musical adaptation of the hit play The Rainmaker. Set in a small western town besieged by drought, Lizzie, intelligent and independent, struggles with the societal pressure to do as a “woman” should do. One blistering hot day, Lizzie’s family urges her to marry the recently widowed Sheriff File, while charismatic stranger Starbuck comes to town with promises of being able to make it rain. Immediately suspicious, Lizzie tries to pick apart Starbuck’s story, but realizes a deeper truth about herself along the way. While the source material was written in the 1950’s, director Scot Charles Anderson will take a closer look at the seemingly simplified gender roles in classic Reboot style.

Tickets $5-$50 (sliding scale available for all) here.

By William Shakespeare
Adapted by Lamar Legend
Directed by S Franco

King Henry IV’s reign has been rife with conflict from the very beginning, which is not surprising given that he usurped the throne from Richard II. Now, even friends have become enemies as conflict between the King and his former supporters grows. To make matters worse, the King’s son seems disinclined to rule, frequenting the taverns and brothels of London with his friend Sir John Falstaff. Family drama and political intrigue intertwine to make way for a new ruler, and as unrest grows and conflict bubbles, England dares to ask: who has the right to wear the crown?An all-BIPOC company gathers for this epic tale of a polarized nation, a combined adaptation of both parts of Henry IV in a follow up to Drum and Colours from winter 2022.

Furthering the work of previous projects like the Shakespeare Equity Engagement program (SEE) and the Holding Space project, Drum and Colours aims to meet the community’s needs with an all-BIPOC company with 360-degree representation, including actors, directors, and production team. It explores BIPOC company members’ personal connections to the classics and sheds new light on familiar works. SSC believes that art that is open — to adaptation, interpretation, and the recognition of the wonderful vastness of the human experience — is stronger and more long-lasting than art which ignores that complexity.

Previews 3/14-16, opens 3/17

Tickets ($45-$62, depending on day) here.

$10 rush tickets (if tickets remain) available for all performances; see Groundling tickets info here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.

Viola washes up on the shores of the bewildering land of Illyria after losing her twin brother in a shipwreck. But what is Illyria exactly? In Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night’s 18-show run, no two Illyrias are the same — and no two Violas for that matter.

Dacha returns with the next iteration of our most audacious original format: Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night. In the Dice series, a small ensemble of actors memorizes the entire script of a Shakespeare show and the roles are randomized at the start of each performance. This year, we’ve added a brand new wrinkle – the Dice Keeper. The Dice Keeper changes the directorial concept for each performance with no warning to the cast. Has he set the show in the Wild West or has he replaced all the costumes with hospital scrubs?

Dice Keeper: Twelfth Night is a playful send-up of directors with over-imaginative interpretations of Shakespeare, and a love letter to all the actors, designers and audiences who have endured their whims. Most importantly, with each new concept the Dice Keeper is convinced that this is the best way to tell the story of Twelfth Night, and who knows, by the end of the show you may just agree with him. Directed by Mike Lion.

Tickets ($3-$55, pay-what-you-choose available for all) here.

Redd is a magical retelling of Little Red Riding Hood, inspired and set within Spanish-Colonial Philippines. Rue, a mysterious orphan, a trapped Princess betrothed to a Spanish Viceroyal Huntsman in the sheltered town of Intramuros, Manila. Accompanied by a spirit guide, Rin, they journey to Grandmother’s house. What follows is a fantastical battle fueled by the sacrifice of Rue’s ancestors and a chance for liberation of her people.

Redd celebrates the Philippines’ rich culture, female empowerment, and the diverse community of KCPT resident artists in this World Premiere commissioned play.

Tickets (sliding-scale available to all) here.

In this world premiere one-act play, Arjun and Rhiannon find themselves in a hotel room in Victoria, BC, excited to start a new chapter in their lives. As we watch them navigate their present moment — with a little help from Doctor Who — we learn about the struggles of their past and the uncertainty of the future that still awaits them. Written by Jim Moran, directed by David Hsieh, and performed by two different sets of actors throughout the run of the show. (See cast dates on ticketing page.)

Location Taproot studio theatre (212 N 85th St)

Tickets ($15-$30, sliding scale for all) here.