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Late-Night TV Comedy Writing: Monologue Jokes Workshop
440 Yauger Way SW Suite C, Olympia WA 98502 440 Yauger Way SW Suite C, OlympiaFor the first time, TC Media (Thurston Community Media) is bringing a professional television writers' room to Olympia. The organization announces its Spring Comedy Writing Intensive led by veteran television writer, director, and producer Brian Kahn. The first in-person class, "Late-Night TV Comedy Writing: Monologue Jokes," drops students directly into a fast-paced, working writers' room. ...
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There & Back Again: OFT 2026 Hobbit Themed Fundraiser!
Olympia Family Theater invites you to journey through Middle Earth on May 2, 2026 at 5:30pm for a night to remember as we celebrate storytelling and community! Step into an immersive experience as you enjoy drinks at the Green Dragon, feast in true Hobbit style in the Shire, and more! Throughout the evening, guests will ...
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Theater Artists Olympia presents “Anna Considers Mars”
TAO at Oly Theater 412 Jefferson St. SE, OlympiaIn Ruben Grijalva’s Anna Considers Mars – a play part science fiction, part family drama, and part hilarious comedy with a dark streak – Anna faces the possibility of a life-long dream to go to Mars while bumping up against a host of moral dilemmas here on earth. Anna is hopeful that there, with a ...
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Theater Artists Olympia presents “Anna Considers Mars”
TAO at Oly Theater 412 Jefferson St. SE, OlympiaIn Ruben Grijalva’s Anna Considers Mars – a play part science fiction, part family drama, and part hilarious comedy with a dark streak – Anna faces the possibility of a life-long dream to go to Mars while bumping up against a host of moral dilemmas here on earth. Anna is hopeful that there, with a ...
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Comedy Underground
Washington Center Black Box 512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, United StatesOne night. Three comedians. Countless laughs. Join us for a whirlwind of hilarity featuring three distinct comedic styles that will take you from everyday absurdities to unexpected revelations. Whether you love observational humor, storytelling, or lightning-quick wit, this show delivers. Recommended for ages 18+. Click here for More Comedy Underground.
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Nice Work…If You Can Get It
Centralia College, Corbet Theatre 715 West Pear Street, Centralia, WA, United StatesNice Work…If You Can Get It Music and Lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin Book by Joe Dipietro Corbet Theatre, Centralia College May 8-17 Featuring the famous Gershwin tunes, "Fascinating Rhythm", "Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off", and "Someone To Watch Over Me", Nice Work If You Can Get It is a zany musical comedy ...
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Playback Theatre Performance – A Place of Own’s Own
Join the Heartsparkle Players for an evening of stories, community and hope at New Traditions - 300 5th Avenue SW (downtown Olympia). Food and drink provided by Soul Cafe. To make a table reservation call (360) 705-2819. We will be collaborating with Thurston Housing Land Trust.
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Theater Artists Olympia presents “Anna Considers Mars”
TAO at Oly Theater 412 Jefferson St. SE, OlympiaIn Ruben Grijalva’s Anna Considers Mars – a play part science fiction, part family drama, and part hilarious comedy with a dark streak – Anna faces the possibility of a life-long dream to go to Mars while bumping up against a host of moral dilemmas here on earth. Anna is hopeful that there, with a ...
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Nice Work…If You Can Get It
Centralia College, Corbet Theatre 715 West Pear Street, Centralia, WA, United StatesNice Work…If You Can Get It Music and Lyrics by George and Ira Gershwin Book by Joe Dipietro Corbet Theatre, Centralia College May 8-17 Featuring the famous Gershwin tunes, "Fascinating Rhythm", "Let’s Call The Whole Thing Off", and "Someone To Watch Over Me", Nice Work If You Can Get It is a zany musical comedy ...
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The Year of the Horse, in the Chinese Calendar
Harbor House 217 Thurston Ave NW, Olympia, WA, United StatesEva Abrams, master storyteller from Seattle, brings a celebration of the Year of the Horse, in "The World of Magic." She shares folktales and personal stories, in the oral tradition, about horses. Olympia storyteller, Tobey Ishii Anderson, tells the Asian story of the 12 animals that make the lunar horoscope, the Great Race. This is ...
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A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
Laugh, cry and jig into the night with a production that is Celtic, for this generation. Direct from Off-Broadway and starring former World Irish dance champions, including performers from Lord of the Dance and Riverdance, ‘A Taste of Ireland’ transports the audience through the story of Ireland’s tumultuous history delivered with a pint of Irish ...
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Rumors by Neil Simon
2749, McCann Plaza Dr NW, Olympia, WA 98505 2749 McCann Plaza Dr NW, OlympiaThe Evergreen State College's student-run theatre group presents: Rumors by Neil Simon May 14th-23rd Thursdays & Fridays: 7:00pm Saturdays: 2:00pm With the hosts of a tenth wedding anniversary dinner nowhere in sight, and guests continuing to arrive at the party, miscommunications and confusions occur as they all try to get the story straight. Neil Simon's ...
$3 – $5