In English and Farsi, two plays on now in Seattle and Portland examine our relationships to home and others through language. ‘English’ runs through 4/28 at ArtsWest; ‘Nassim’ runs through 5/12 at Portland Center Stage.
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This weekend is bursting with dance on Whidbey Island, puppets in Chimacum, and theatre in Port Townsend, with more to come later this month. Your destination stage is just a scenic daytrip away.
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When 20-something James returns to his childhood home, he kicks up more than just the dust in his aging father’s living room. Keiko Green’s ‘Hometown Boy’ runs through May 28 at Seattle Public Theater.
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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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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.
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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.
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‘Yen’ is vulgar. Its characters are often unlikeable, even repulsive. But its unexpected glimpses of tenderness, unabashed lack of nuance, and strong direction and performances make this year’s Kenan Fellowship in Directing showcase a highly recommended trip. It runs through September 29.
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Deaf and disabled actors, shoved out of the spotlight in an overworked (and invented) stage performance, shine light on how they experience the world. That’s the premise of ‘Peeling’, in its U.S. premiere, and another powerful show from Sound Theatre Company. It runs through this Saturday.
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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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