Macha Theatre Works

Chase D. Anderson February 17, 2023August 31, 2023 American Association of Community Theatre (AACT), Macha Theatre Works, Seda Iranian Theatre Ensemble, Stage Left Theater, Valley Center Stage, Washington State Community Theatre Association (WSCTA)

The Thrust: On Death and Youth and Vigor

This week brought an exceptional debut from Seda Iranian Theatre Ensemble, standout work at a bi-annual theatre festival, and another strong production at an intimate stage in the shadow of the Cascades (on through 2/26).

FEATURE THEATRE

Chase D. Anderson January 2, 2023April 22, 2023 ACT Theatre, Dacha Theatre, Harlequin Productions, Macha Theatre Works, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Red Curtain Foundation for the Arts, Seattle Opera, Showtunes Theatre Company, The 5th Avenue Theatre, Valley Center Stage

NWTheatre Awards: Best-Loved Shows of 2022

All around the Sound, theatre and dance companies treated viewers to a lot of great performances in 2022. Here’s what stood out to NWTheatre as the most powerful, most memorable, most spectacular of the year.

'TIS THE SEASON THEATRE

Chase D. Anderson December 12, 2022December 26, 2022 18th and Union, Acrobatic Conundrum, Broadway at the Paramount, Centerstage Theatre, Emmett Montgomery, Macha Theatre Works, Olympia Family Theater, Seattle Theatre Group, Velocity Dance Center

A Grab Bag of Love and Laughs With These Shows

These modern, endearing, and lighthearted shows (many of them family-friendly) are great picks for your December entertainment — whether they’re Christmas shows or not.

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Chase D. Anderson October 22, 2022October 31, 2022 Joy McCullough, Macha Theatre Works, Richard Wagner, Seattle Opera

The Thrust: They Have the Recipes for Love and Murder

Beware the apothecary in two shows on now, with potions for love and death alike. The world premiere ‘La Tofana’s Poison Emporium’ from Macha Theatre Works and Seattle Opera’s Wagner epic ‘Tristan and Isolde’ both run through 10/29.

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Chase D. Anderson February 24, 2022December 5, 2022 18th and Union, ArtsWest, Dacha Theatre, Intiman Theatre, Macha Theatre Works, MAP Theatre, Seattle, Seattle Public Theater, Seattle Rep, Sound Theatre Company

Priced Out? These Seattle-Area Theatres Set Out to Price You In.

As the pandemic pause put production activity on hold, theatres took the opportunity to reassess their commitments. For some, that means making theatre more accessible than ever, including how much it costs to get in the door.

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Chase D. Anderson February 17, 2022February 27, 2022 Amy Poisson, Dani Norberg, Jenn Ruzumna, Lisa Every, Lisa Finkral, Macha Theatre Works, Mari Nelson, Parmida Ziaei, Seattle, West of Lenin

Macha’s ‘Fifth Wave’ Is Ready for Battle – But Which One?

A world premiere play from two local playwrights has a somewhat muddled message. But its captivating production and ample discussion fodder make it worth your time. ‘The Fifth Wave’ runs through February 27 at Macha Theatre Works.

REVIEW THEATRE VISUAL ART

Chase D. Anderson September 30, 2019October 7, 2019 12th Avenue Arts, Alysha Curry, Amy Poisson, Artemisia Gentileschi, Bianca Raso, Jocelyne Fowler, Joy McCullough, Leah Jarvik, Macha Theatre Works, Meredith Armstrong, Michael D. Blum., Parmida Ziaei, Tim Gagne

‘Blood Water Paint’ Layers Artistry, Sexism, Violence, and Resilience Into a Vivid Portrait

Weaving disparate stories and art forms into one cohesive work, the latest from Macha Theatre Works makes for an inventive and beautiful play — and a fitting ode to an artist known for her vivid paintings. ‘Blood Water Paint’ runs through October 6.

INTERVIEW ON BOOK THEATRE

Chase D. Anderson September 9, 2019March 19, 2023 12th Avenue Arts, Amy Poisson, Artemisia Gentileschi, interview, Joy McCullough, Macha Theatre Works, Seattle

5 Questions with Playwright & Novelist Joy McCullough

‘Blood Water Paint’ imagines the great 17th century Italian painter Artemisia Gentileschi in her studio, interacting with the apocryphal subjects who inspired her. NWT talked with playwright Joy McCullough about the work, ahead of the play’s opening this Friday with Macha Theatre Works.

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Chase D. Anderson March 18, 2019March 19, 2023 interview, Macha Theatre Works, Maggie Lee

5 Questions with Playwright Maggie Lee

This month, Macha Theatre Works opened its world-premiere production of ‘Sheathed’ — a new fantasy/adventure saga from acclaimed Seattle playwright Maggie Lee — which runs through March 24 at Theatre Off Jackson. NWT talked with Lee to learn more about the process, from ideation to realization, and her inspiration behind this latest work.

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Chase D. Anderson March 17, 2019August 6, 2023 Amy Poisson, Ayo Tushinde, International District, Macha Theatre Works, Maggie Lee, Parmida Ziaei, Seattle, Sunam Ellis, Theatre Off Jackson

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.