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Theater Artists Olympia Presents The Half-life of Marie Curie by Lauren Gunderson
In 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 reeling until her friend, engineer ...
Tartuffe by Moliere
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 start seeing behind his mask, ...
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In the Gutter at Olympia Little Theatre
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 and double entendres that will ...
“What We Can Do”: Panel Discussion with local immigrant-serving organizations
“What We Can Do”: Panel Discussion with local immigrant-serving organizations
This 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 Perez, TOGETHER’s Community Schools Program ...
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Susan Bloomfield-Spangler Organ Concert
Susan Bloomfield-Spangler Organ Concert
St. 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, Gian Carlo Menotti, and Florence ...
Live at Five
Live at Five
Live 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/
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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.
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Puget Sound Book Artists 12th Annual Members’ Exhibition Reception
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.
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Postmodern Jukebox
Postmodern Jukebox
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 back in time that makes ...
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CIRCLE UP PRODUCTIONS: CLOWNING WORKSHOP
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 the fundamental dynamics of clowning: ...
Open House and Guest Artist
Open House and Guest Artist
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.
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A Veteran Storytelling Event
A Veteran Storytelling Event
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 beneficial for all. It allows ...
South Sound Community Orchestra Spring Concert
South Sound Community Orchestra Spring Concert
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.
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Juice Box Theatre Presents Goldilocks & the Three Bears
Goldilocks & the Three Bears This month, Juice Box Theatre presents the classic children’s tale of an adventurous little girl and a family of bears! Join Goldilocks as she explores the home of the three bears and learns a valuable lesson about respect and safety. With humor, drama, and interactive elements, this show will spark ...
Comedy Underground
Comedy Underground
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+.
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“Understory” Fine Art and Craft Exhibition
"Understory" highlights Pacific Northwest forests beyond the trees that make it up; dynamic and layered microcosms lend our forests their unique identity while threatened by a warming climate and human action. Featuring painting, sculptural installation, and woven baskets from six Northwest artists responding through reverence, memorial, meditation, curiosity, and gratitude. Artists include Jon Bradham, Kathy ...
Orca Books Co-op Author Talk: HEAVEN ON THE HALF SHELL
Orca Books Co-op Author Talk: HEAVEN ON THE HALF SHELL
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 the Half Shell chronicles how ...
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MCE: The Golden Age of Broadway
MCE: The Golden Age of Broadway
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.
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I SPY: The Secret Museum
I SPY is for the kid in all of us. A special exhibition created by the Harbor History Museum detective squad, I SPY: The Secret Museum is a journey through the little-seen collection areas of the Harbor History Museum. Inspired by the much-loved I SPY books, we decided to apply the idea to our own ...
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InGenius! Music & Art Solstice Celebration
InGenius! Music & Art Solstice Celebration
Come welcome summer at InGenius! during Yelm Arts Walk!Enjoy the super-dynamic musical performance of Altai, with Steven Knopp on guitars and vocals and Galia Taraseeva on keyboard and dancing. They'll play indoors starting at 2 p.m. and move outdoors for the evening.
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Smoke M2D6 Album release Party
Smoke M2D6 Album release Party
Smoke M2D6, Tacoma’s premier hip hop producer, plays an album release show Friday June 23, 2023 for his new LP Quarantine Heart Throb . Also on the bill are AKA, Souls Worn Thin, Rachael Teixera, Lone Wolf & Kub; the show takes place at the Spanish Ballroom, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, Washington, 98402. This event is ...
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Auditions!
Auditions!
Mark 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 sign-ups will be posted early ...
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TRANSGENDER WARRIORS Discussion w/ Orca Books Co-op’s Marxist Reading Group
TRANSGENDER WARRIORS Discussion w/ Orca Books Co-op’s Marxist Reading Group
Come discuss some theory & history with Orca Books Co-op's Marxist Reading Group.Our next title is Leslie Feinberg's TRANSGENDER WARRIORS We will be discussing the text in it's entirety Monday, June 26th at 6:00PM at Orca Books Co-op (315 5th Ave SE, Olympia, WA) We will also be watching a video lecture by Feinberg afterwards ...
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Artist’s Reception for Janice Arnold – Homage to Water felt installation
Artist’s Reception for Janice Arnold – Homage to Water felt installation
You're invited The Washington State Department of Ecology Art Committee is pleased to invite you to an Artist’s Reception for special guest Janice Arnold. Her Homage to Water felt installation will be on full display at our Headquarters office in Lacey. This is a unique opportunity to see and feel a passion project come to ...
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Button Making Party
Button Making Party
Drop in to the Lacey Library's meeting room to create your own pinback buttons to take home! All supplies will be provided, including a variety of sizes of buttons, templates, collage materials, & more. We will also have sticker making supplies as a non pinback option for little ones. For ages 3-adult.
Marshall Charloff & Purple Xperience
Marshall Charloff & Purple Xperience
Marshall Charloff & Purple Xperience, is the world's premier tribute to PRINCE. As seen touring globally for over a decade, starring in a Las Vegas residency, headlining Red Rocks Amphitheater, fronting the world’s finest symphonies, and featured on albums with Prince, Marshall has dominated the world stage as the most authentic Prince tribute artist. This ...
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Falsettos
Music and Lyrics by William Finn, Book by William Finn and James Lapine. Directed by Corey McDaniel. Starring Jon Lutyens, Meg McLynn, Nicholas Main, Bruce Haasl, Kristen Natalia, Karin Terry, and Josh Doyle. Multiple Tony Award Winner! Hilarious, heartbreaking, and utterly unique, Falsettos revolves around the life of a charming, intelligent, neurotic gay man named Marvin, his ...
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Pride Variety Show
Pride Variety Show
Happy Pride Month!! Get ready to unleash your fabulousness at our extraordinary Pride Variety Show! We're turning up the queer quotient with dazzling comedy, burlesque, music, and the sensational DJ BarbieKillsBeauty. Brace yourself for mind-blowing burlesque performances by local legends Solangerie, Papaya Magic Cabaret, VenDetta Petty Kash D'Ho, and Latina K Turner D'Ho, serving fierce ...