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Tartuffe by Moliere

Knutzen Family Theatre 3200 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way

Centerstage 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 […]

$35

In the Gutter at Olympia Little Theatre

Olympia Little Theatre 1925 Miller Avenue NE, Olympia

A door-to-door gutter salesman gets an unexpected proposition. She will buy his gutters with extras, but only if he murders her husband. Should he do it? Did the nosy neighbor overhear? Is everyone in way over their heads? The plot goes off the rails on a wild ride of puns […]

$11 – $15

Puget Sound Book Artists 12th Annual Members’ Exhibition

It's back! The 12th Annual Puget Sound Book Artists Members’ Exhibition! (June 5 – July 27, 2023) Opening Reception June 7, 4:30-6:30pm, Collins Library, University of Puget Sound   Remarks from the curatorial team and awards will be presented during the reception at 5:30 pm.

Puget Sound Book Artists 12th Annual Members’ Exhibition Reception

It's back! The 12th Annual Puget Sound Book Artists Members’ Exhibition! (June 5 – July 27, 2023) Opening Reception June 7, 4:30-6:30pm, Collins Library, University of Puget Sound   Remarks from the curatorial team and awards will be presented during the reception at 5:30 pm.

Postmodern Jukebox

Washington Center Main Stage 512 Washington Street SE, Olympia, WA

Remaking 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 […]

$54 – $106

CIRCLE UP PRODUCTIONS: CLOWNING WORKSHOP

Olympia Family Theater 612 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA, United States

Circle 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 […]

Open House and Guest Artist

The Artists' gallery 2505 4th Ave W Suite 105, Olympia, WA

Join us for live music, new art and meet and greet with the artists! June 9th 2023 from 5-7 at the Artists' Gallery. Also featured will be guest watercolor artist Dennie Gough.

Free

A Veteran Storytelling Event

Edison Square 5415 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma

Stories 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 […]

$25

South Sound Community Orchestra Spring Concert

Olympia Christian School 1215 Ethel St NW, Olympia

Join South Sound Community Orchestra for our 2023 Sprint Concert.  Featuring works by Brahms, Dvorak, Vivaldi, our very own Jeremy Hagquist, and more! Admission is free.

Free

Comedy Underground

Washington Center Blackbox 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Comedy 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+.

$28 – $36

Orca Books Co-op Author Talk: HEAVEN ON THE HALF SHELL

Orca Books Co-op 315 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Join 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 […]

Free

MCE: The Golden Age of Broadway

Washington Center for the Performing Arts 512 Washington St SE, Olympia, WA, United States

Broadway 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.

$16 – $28