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Music
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Seattle International Comedy Competition
The Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, OlympiaThe competition heats up as the funniest finalists battle for a spot in the championship round! Join us for an electrifying evening of stand-up comedy featuring the cream of this year's talent pool. These semifinalists have already outperformed dozens of competitors and now face their toughest challenge yet. Each performer will have you laughing, thinking, ...
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Seattle Pro Musica: “Northern Lights” in Olympia
St. John | San Juan Epsicopal Church 19th and Capitol Way, OlympiaPlease join Seattle Pro Musica for its highly anticipated annual appearance at the St. John | San Juan Episcopal Church concert series. The award-winning choral ensemble will treat concert-goers to its Northern Lights performance, inspired by the otherworldly beauty of the aurora borealis. From medieval chant and traditional carols to dazzling works by Arvo Pärt, Ola ...
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The Great Bend Chorale in Concert: The Road Less Traveled
Olympia First United Methodist Church 1224 Legion Way SE, Olympia, WATake a musical journey through the American spirit with two beloved masterworks that celebrate the poetry, humor, and heart of a nation still discovering itself. Randall Thompson’s Frostiana sets the evocative verse of Robert Frost to music of luminous warmth and clarity. Paired with this is Aaron Copland’s iconic Old American Songs, a vibrant set of folk melodies arranged with Copland’s ...
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Tellebration! A Storytelling Concert
Traditions Fair Trade Cafe 300 5th Ave SW, Olympia, WA, United StatesSouth Sound Story Guild promotes the ancient art of oral storytelling, telling folktales and personal stories to experience the adventure, pause in wonder, and tickle your funny bone. Come join the community of story tellers and story listeners.
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Red Riding Hood, a Holiday Panto
Centerstage Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA, United StatesRed Riding Hood: A Holiday Panto By Vince Brady Directed by Helen Marion-Rowe The perfect annual tradition returns this season with Red Riding Hood: a Holiday Panto! Turning everything topsy-turvy with new songs and old jokes, our very own spin on the story of a gal and her scarlet cloak will be a highlight of ...
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Reduced Shakespeare Company’s The Ultimate Christmas Show (Abridged)
Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United StatesThe fruitcakes of the Reduced Shakespeare Company are coming to take you on an irreverent yet heartwarming trip through the holidays. It’s festive funny physical family fun as these Three Wise Guys send-up and celebrate your favorite winter holiday traditions.
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CONTEMPORARY ARTS + CRAFTS MARKET
LGM Studios 111 Capitol Way N (Above Stadust Salon - Enter via the alley), OlympiaWhat: CONTEMPORARY ARTS + CRAFTS MARKET When: First two weekends of December (Fridays 5-8PM, Saturdays/Sundays 12-5PM) Where: LGM Studio - Between State Ave NW and 4th Ave, On the south side of the alley, on the second floor. Who: Lynette Charters, John Corzine, Lucy Gentry, Lynn Helbrecht, Melissa Nicholas, Rose Nicholas, Randi Parkhurst, Francisco Reyes, Julie Simpson, Mariana Vera, & ...
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Artist Showcase Series
The Carpenter's House 212 Legion Way SW, OlympiaArtist Showcase Series Launch Friday, December 5, 20256 PM | Doors at 5 PM212 Legion Way SW, Olympia, WATickets: $65 (includes hors d'oeuvres + full event access) The Carpenter’s House invites you to the launch of our Artist Showcase Series, an evening designed to highlight creativity, community, and the diverse artistic talent of the Pacific ...
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Women of Note Presents “Timeless”
St David of Wales Church 324 W Cedar St, SheltonThis holiday season Women of Note takes up that Christmas spirit, performing familiar songs from the Middle Ages in old and modern forms, as well as singing beloved songs and carols we all like best. Under the guidance of director Elizabeth Berndt and accompanist Dilyara Oliver, this concert is meant to send listeners home with ...
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Great Bend Chamber Choir | Light & Gold – Holiday Works By Whitacre, Lauridsen, Gjeilo
St. David Of Wales Episcopal Church 324 W Cedar St, SheltonA luminous celebration of the season, Light and Gold brings together centuries of choral tradition in a contemplative tribute to the mystery and wonder of the Nativity. At the heart of the program are four stunning settings of the ancient text O Magnum Mysterium—from the serene Renaissance purity of Tomás Luis de Victoria, to the ...
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“Curious Music” at TCMoFA’s Patterns Exhibit
Thurston County Museum of Fine Arts 120 Olympia Ave NE, OlympiaSaturday December 12, 2025 at 7pm It’s a night of experimental music and performance art as a part of The Thurston County Museum of Fine Art’s new group show PATTERNS. Performing that night is Geological Creep, Max Nordile, Expulsar, and Translucent Envelope (pdx). All ages and admission is free, but there is a $10 Suggested ...
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Mercury Rising plays Queen at Nicole’s Bar
Nicole's Bar 109 Legion Way SW, Olympia, WA, United StatesJoin Mercury Rising at Nicole's Bar in Olympia for food, drinks, and singing your favorite Queen anthems of all time. 32 Queen songs. 7 performers. 1 epic experience.
$20