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First Date, the Musical
First Date, the Musical by Austin Winsberg Music & Lyrics by Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner Directed by Jeanette Sanchez March 29 – April 21, 2024 When blind date newbie Aaron is set up with serial-dater Casey, a casual drink at a busy New York restaurant turns into a hilarious high-stakes dinner. This show is the ideal ...
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The Mistaken at the Olympia Farmer’s Market
The Mistaken at the Olympia Farmer’s Market
The Mistaken at the Olympia Farmer's Market, 11am-2pm. Stroll, peruse, listen to Olympia's very own (The) Mistaken. That's David Carroll, Chuck Jones, John Grandbouche and Nick Santangelo. Stroll, peruse the crafts, produce, food options that make the Market so much fun. www.themistaken.com and www.olympiafarmersmarket.com
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The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged)
By Adam Long, Daniel Singer & Jess Winfield, new revisions by Daniel Singer and Jess Winfield. Directed by Corey McDaniel. Starring Alyssa Kay, Eleise Moore, and Drew Doyle. An irreverent, hilarious, high-speed romp through all 37 of the Bard’s plays (and 154 sonnets) in under two hours! Titus Andronicus becomes a cooking show, all the Histories are ...
Intro to Boatbuilding Skills: Make Your Own Canoe Paddle
Intro to Boatbuilding Skills: Make Your Own Canoe Paddle
Join visiting guest instructor Ben Kahn from Port Townsend for a special canoe paddle making class this spring, generously sponsored by the Port of Olympia and the Linders-Plimpton Family. April 5-7 (Friday-Sunday), 9am-4pm -Learn how to shape a 2’x6’ piece of wood into a canoe paddle -Use an assortment of tools to shape the wood: ...
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Juice Box Theatre Presents The Princess & the Pea
Juice Box Theatre Presents The Princess & the Pea
Even after an exhausting global search, poor Prince Rupert can’t seem to find the perfect Princess. A storm brings surprise visitor, Charley, to the palace. Could she be his perfect princess? Only if she can pass the Queen’s ridiculous princess test. This classic tale full of humor, adventure, and interactive elements will spark the imagination ...
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Savannah Sipping Society
Following his successful directorial debut at Olympia Little Theatre with "Who's in Bed with the Butler" earlier this year, Jeff Kean returns to direct a charming comedy centered around four distinct Southern women. Seeking to break free from the monotony of their daily lives, these women come together by chance for an impromptu happy hour ...
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Spring Arts Walk
City of Olympia is throwing a huge arts celebration this spring with the production of Olympia Arts Walk on April 26 & 27. Over 100 businesses transform their locations into hosting venues for artwork of all forms, performances, installations, and creative activities in this two day event that lines the downtown City streets and uses ...
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“Mere Mortals” Exhibition at Childhood’s End Gallery during Spring Arts Walk 2024
“Mere Mortals” Exhibition at Childhood’s End Gallery during Spring Arts Walk 2024
Please join Childhood’s End Gallery for Springs Arts Walk and the opening of our latest exhibition “Mere Mortals” and a bonus special feature of Louise Rae Williams. “Mere Mortals" is a group figurative exhibition, featuring a diverse body of contemporary figurative and portrait work by Northwest artists. The grouping features sculpture by Simon Kogan, ceramic ...
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The Liar
The Liar
Get ready for a whirlwind of wit and whimsy with “The Liar,” a clever comedy penned by the renowned playwright David Ives. Directed by the talented Tom Sanders and brought to life by the passionate team at Theater Artists Olympia, this is one production you won’t want to miss! “The Liar” takes us on ...
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Storytelling Workshop with Elizabeth Lord
Storytelling Workshop with Elizabeth Lord
For ages 13 and up. Registration Required and Space is Limited. Register at tinyurl.com/storyoly Learn the basics of good live, oral, performative storytelling with local expert storyteller Elizabeth Lord. Learn how to shape a personal experience/memory into a compelling oral narrative and recall all its details without memorization. Learn what works when telling to an ...
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Tacoma Wayzgoose
Tacoma Wayzgoose
The highly anticipated Tacoma Wayzgoose printmaking festival returns in 2024, promising a unique blend of art, community, and creativity. Hosted at the Tacoma Public Library, this year's event is set to take place at the Moore Branch (215 S. 56th St.) on May 3rd from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and May 4th from 11:00 ...
Tacoma Wayzgoose
Tacoma Wayzgoose
The highly anticipated Tacoma Wayzgoose printmaking festival returns in 2024, promising a unique blend of art, community, and creativity. Hosted at the Tacoma Public Library, this year's event is set to take place at the Moore Branch (215 S. 56th St.) on May 3rd from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and May 4th from 11:00 ...
Tacoma Wayzgoose
Tacoma Wayzgoose
The highly anticipated Tacoma Wayzgoose printmaking festival returns in 2024, promising a unique blend of art, community, and creativity. Hosted at the Tacoma Public Library, this year's event is set to take place at the Moore Branch (215 S. 56th St.) on May 3rd from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm and May 4th from 11:00 ...