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Lacey In Tune-Leapin’ Louie
Huntamer Park 618 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesCowboy Comedy Circus Cowboy action comedy featuring giant lassos, 6-foot unicycle, juggling and other stunts. The 60 foot big loop, crazy rhythm whip cracking, hilarious audience participation, spoken and physical comedy, that's the Leapin' Louie show, an original cowboy show full of comedy and tricks. Leapin' Louie has toured opening for Brooks and Dunn and the ...
Lacey In Tune- Danny Vernon
Huntamer Park 618 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesIllusions of Elvis Danny Vernon as the “Illusion of Elvis” is known for his high energy shows that focus on connecting with his audience. He enjoys performing all three decades of Elvis’ career. His red- headed wife, Marcia “Ann-Margret”, performs alongside him adding a unique and enjoyable chemistry to the show. He is endorsed by ...
Play In The Parks-Ian Dobson
Regional Athletic Complex, 8345 Steilacoom Rd SE, Olympia, WA 98513 8345 Steilacoom Rd SE, Olympia, WA 98513, Lacey, WA, United StatesSteel Drum Party Ian Dobson July 17th | 11 am Regional Athletic Complex, Shelter C Take your family on a musical Caribbean vacation with Ian Dobson’s Steel Drum Party! In the Caribbean a steel drum is called a “pan” and to party is to “leggo”. Get ready to Pan Leggo!! Journey with Ian to explore different ...
Play In The Parks-Ian Dobson
The Rac Shelter C 8345 Steilacoom Rd SE, Olympia, WA 98513, LaceySteel Drum Party Ian Dobson July 17th | 11 am Regional Athletic Complex, Shelter C Take your family on a musical Caribbean vacation with Ian Dobson’s Steel Drum Party! In the Caribbean a steel drum is called a “pan” and to party is to “leggo”. Get ready to Pan Leggo!! Journey with Ian to explore different ...
RENT
State Theater 202 4th Avenue East, Olympia, WA, United StatesSet in the East Village of New York City, during the previous pandemic, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Based loosely on Puccini’s La Boheme, Jonathan Larson’s play follows a year in the life of a group of young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower ...
Lacey In Tune-Cherry Cherry
Huntamer Park 618 Woodland Square Loop SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesNeil Diamond Tribute! Cherry Cherry tours all across the country as Kelly, an USMC veteran, feels that music is medicine and that it is his calling to uplift communities by sharing Neil’s musical work. All the hits, horns, and hoopla make the Cherry Cherry show rock and it is sure to please crowds of all ...
RENT
State Theater 202 4th Avenue East, Olympia, WA, United StatesSet in the East Village of New York City, during the previous pandemic, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Based loosely on Puccini’s La Boheme, Jonathan Larson’s play follows a year in the life of a group of young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower ...
The Spitfire Grill
Lakewood Playhouse 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States“And the light from these windows ain’t sparkled this bright, not since I can remember back when, and my friends and my family are with me tonight and this old grill has come alive again!” Music and Book by James Valcq Lyrics and Book by Fred Alley Based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff ...
Read the Park: We were here before the State
Rebecca Howard Park 911 Adams St SE, Olympia, WAA vibrant, intergenerational celebration of Black storytelling, legacy, and cultural resistance, survival and sovereignty through literature, live performance, food, and community engagement. This gathering responds directly to the City of Olympia’s ongoing Rebecca Howard Park project and calls for deeper, trust-centered investment in Black voices and presence. The event will feature a Black author showcase ...
Let’s Talk About AI: A Community Conversation
Lacey Timberland Library 500 College St SE, Lacey, WA, United StatesArtificial Intelligence is showing up everywhere—from writing tools and image generators to customer service chatbots and research aids. But what do we really think about it? Join us for a guided community conversation where we’ll explore how AI is impacting our lives, both positively and negatively. Whether you're excited about AI, cautious, confused, or curious, ...
RENT
State Theater 202 4th Avenue East, Olympia, WA, United StatesSet in the East Village of New York City, during the previous pandemic, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today. Based loosely on Puccini’s La Boheme, Jonathan Larson’s play follows a year in the life of a group of young artists and musicians struggling to survive and create in New York’s Lower ...
The Spitfire Grill
Lakewood Playhouse 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd SW, Lakewood, WA, United States“And the light from these windows ain’t sparkled this bright, not since I can remember back when, and my friends and my family are with me tonight and this old grill has come alive again!” Music and Book by James Valcq Lyrics and Book by Fred Alley Based on the film by Lee David Zlotoff ...