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Theater Artists Olympia Presents The Half-life of Marie Curie by Lauren Gunderson
Oly Theater 525 Black Lake Blvd, Olympia, WA, United StatesIn 1911, Marie Curie wins the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for her discovery of radium and polonium. By 1912, she is the object of nationwide ridicule, all but erasing her achievements, when the press discovers her affair with a married scientist. Branded a foreign temptress and homewrecker, Marie is left […]
Tartuffe by Moliere
Knutzen Family Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal WayCenterstage Theatre’s 2022-23 season comes to a close with Moliere’s satirical comedy Tartuffe. This classic charlatans its way onto stage from May 19 - June 11, 2023. Tartuffe skillfully masters whatever persona he feels those around him want most while gaining access to whoever, and whatever, he pleases. As people […]
“What We Can Do”: Panel Discussion with local immigrant-serving organizations
Olympia City Hall 601 4th Ave E, Room 207, OlympiaThis week is the last opportunity to see Uncaged Art, an exhibit presenting photographs of the art work of unaccompanied immigrant youth who were detained at Tornillo Detention Center in Texas. Join Kindra Galan, Educational Director, CIELO (Centro Integral Educativo Latino de Olympia), Dianna Torres Angulo, President, Hispanic Roundtable, Diana […]
Susan Bloomfield-Spangler Organ Concert
St. John's Episcopal Church 114 20th St. SE, OlympiaSt. John’s Episcopal Church presents Susan Bloomfield-Spangler for the final organ concert in this year’s season celebrating the completion of the Schlicker organ on Saturday, June 3 at 3pm. Bloomfield-Spangler will be presenting a concert of organ music by queer and female composers such as Dame Ethel Smyth, Samuel Barber, […]
Live at Five
440 Yauger Way SW Suite C, Olympia WA 98502 440 Yauger Way SW Suite C, OlympiaLive at Five is a community variety show organized and produced by TCMedia and OlyFilm. Buy tickets to be a part of the studio audience or watch from home on cable channels 22 and 77 through Xfinity. https://tcmedia.org/live-at-5/
Postmodern Jukebox
Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, WARemaking the pop hits of today into the classic sounds of the legends of yesterday, Postmodern Jukebox has become a pop culture mainstay in its own right. One part celebration of vintage music and culture, one part “Saturday Night Live for singers”, a Postmodern Jukebox show is an unforgettable trip […]
CIRCLE UP PRODUCTIONS: CLOWNING WORKSHOP
Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United StatesCircle Up Productions is bringing Jon Davison, Founder of the London Clown School to the South Puget Sound! Specifically to Olympia. This workshop is for performing artists, actors, clowns, circus artists, dancers, and anyone 18+ who is interested in learning more about the art of clowning This workshop dives into […]
A Veteran Storytelling Event
Edison Square 5415 South Tacoma Way, TacomaStories matter. The act of sharing a story at its core is how we as a species connect. There’s an alchemy that results from what happens when we listen to others share a life experience and in this case, hearing tales from our friends and neighbors who have served is […]
Comedy Underground
Washington Center Blackbox 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesComedy Underground is back to make you laugh. Each event features a new slate of touring comedians that are sure to make you laugh out loud! Recommended for ages 18+.
Orca Books Co-op Author Talk: HEAVEN ON THE HALF SHELL
Orca Books Co-op 315 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin us in store at Orca Books co-op with authors David George Gordon and MaryAnn Barron Wagner with a new edition of their book HEAVEN ON THE HALF SHELL: The Story of the Oyster in the Pacific Northwest A richly illustrated history of the Pacific Northwest’s beloved bivalve, Heaven on […]
MCE: The Golden Age of Broadway
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesBroadway musicals have a way of immersing you in the story right away. Powerful songs and engaging stories draw us in to that special, musical world. Return with us to the Golden Age of Broadway as we perform hits from Oklahoma, The King and I, My Fair Lady, Camelot, The Music Man and more.
Auditions!
Lakewold Gardens 12317 Gravelly Lake Drive Southwest, LakewoodMark out July on your calendar! Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream (abridged - 40min.) will be performed at the beautiful Lakewold Gardens in Lakewood. With rehearsals and two performances during July. Six actors will play multiple roles. Auditions will be on June 24th with invited callbacks on June 25th. Audition […]