The Pomegranate Tree – Dacha @ Theatre Off Jackson (Seattle – International District)
Theatre Off Jackson has been transformed into the Underworld itself for the union of Persephone and Hades — and you are invited. The Pomegranate Tree extends this honor to you mortals, who are usually forbidden in such divine spaces — but the myths you’ve read about these immortal beings have been mere whispers of the truth you’ll encounter. These gods, in all their conflict and longing, are more like you than you may think — and they’re in desperate need of your wisdom. Can you help them navigate love, death, and perhaps the hardest challenge of all, family?
This is a devised theatre piece disguised as a party, which asks you to dress up, enjoy libations, dance, and help craft the narrative anew each night. Our colorful cast of deities, some familiar, some strange, will transport you to an ethereal plane where your presence will make all the difference — whether you choose to engage with them directly, or observe them from afar.
General admission. Tickets are $3-$66 (sliding-scale tickets available for all). Select desired rate during checkout.
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Created & directed by Suz Pontillo & Ayla Wren Wallace
Cast: Amber Tanaka, Angel Gao, James Schilling, Kendra Tamär Budd, Kenzie “Kit” Wells, Ksenia Boisvert, Liam He, Orianna O’Neill, Paula Wilson Nitka, Riley Gene, Sean Hendrickson, Steph Couturier, Walden Barnett Marcus, Logan West, Karis Ho, and Audrey Herold
Run dates: opens 10/25, closing 11/9
Mask & vaccine-required dates: 11/7 (evening)
Accessible show dates: Pay-what-you-choose tickets ($3+) available for all show dates.
Venue accessibility info: Theatre & some common areas are wheelchair accessible. (Historic building and interactive performance; contact theatre ahead of time to ensure accessibility needs will be met.) Restrooms are multi-stall and gender-neutral.