3 Picks For You This Weekend
A fresh take on Shakespeare, new works from local artists, and a brilliant new book from the former Seattle Civic Poet all take stage this week. Here’s what I’d focus on if I ran your agenda.
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In ‘Riverwood’ at Langston Hughes, Lofty Ceilings and Lofty Dreams
A new play in and for Seattle looks at the networks and ambitions of those being pushed out. ‘Riverwood’ runs through 6/5 at Langston Hughes, then performs 6/17-26 at Seattle Public Theater.
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Always Naked Finally Get Their Big Release
Earlier this year, the rock band Always Naked released an album called “Sex Sells,” along with a music video starring two Seattle-area theatre artists. With next week’s arrival of their third full-length album, the band finally gets to throw a release party. They play the High Dive on November 27.
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‘Bulrusher’ Takes Its Time, to Welcome Effect
The “slow theatre” at work in ‘Bulrusher’ matches the pace of the town. But the play’s resonant themes, along with strong acting and design work, make for a gripping show even as it strolls along. It runs through September 14.
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Macha Slays with Maggie Lee’s Latest, ‘Sheathed’
Powerful women, strong acting, cohesive design, and lots of sword fighting combine for an exciting night of theatre. The world-premiere production runs through March 24 at Theatre Off Jackson.
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