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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 ...
Arts Olympia Artist Show at Top Rung Brewery
Drop by Top Rung Brewery for a sip and enjoy the fine art of the Arts Olympia Artists
Silent Movie: Kings of Silent Comedy
Silent Movie: Kings of Silent Comedy
Experience silent films the way they were meant to be seen and heard, accompanied by our 1924 Wurlitzer Organ! Featuring Charlie Chaplin’s The Pilgrim and Harold Lloyd’s Why Worry? We welcome film fans of all ages to step back in time to revel in the authentically recreated sounds and nostalgia from times gone by.
4 events,
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 ...
Live at the Library: The Stuntmen and Storm Boy
Live at the Library: The Stuntmen and Storm Boy
Lantern Records and Friends of the Olympia Library present local musical guests The Stuntmen (Oly/Seattle hard punk rock power trio) and Storm Boy (Oly post-hardcore rock'n'roll)! This series of events makes local music accessible to people of all ages in a safe, fun environment. We'll have light snacks and earplugs available. Come experience local music and get loud at ...
3 events,
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 ...
8 events,
Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre AUDITIONS for ‘State Fair’ musical
Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre AUDITIONS for ‘State Fair’ musical
Auditions for Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre’s summer musical of Rodger & Hammerstein's STATE FAIR Show dates July 25 - August 3 in Tenino Two days & locations May 3rd 6:30pm – SPSCC Black Box building 21 2011 Mottman Road SW Olympia, WA 98512 https://fb.me/e/7397Ve3lk May 4th 2:00PM – Parkside Elementary School - 301 Central Ave E, Tenino, ...
Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre AUDITIONS for ‘State Fair’ musical
Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre AUDITIONS for ‘State Fair’ musical
Auditions for Tenino Young-at-Heart Theatre’s summer musical of Rodger & Hammerstein's STATE FAIR Show dates July 25 - August 3 in Tenino Two days & locations May 3rd 6:30pm – SPSCC Black Box building 21 2011 Mottman Road SW Olympia, WA 98512 https://fb.me/e/7397Ve3lk May 4th 2:00PM – Parkside Elementary School - 301 Central Ave E, Tenino, ...
Azadi Amaan & Tony Winters
Azadi Amaan & Tony Winters
If you're in the Oly area, grab a cup of the world's best chamomile tea, a sweet treat and join the amazing Tony Winters and me for an evening of heartfelt music on Friday, May 3rd at 7 pm at Rhythms Coffee! If you know someone who might like to come, please invite them - ...
11 events,
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 ...
7 events,
40th Anniversary of Ebb Tide Gallery in Gig Harbor
Celebrating 40 years of Bringing Creativity to the Community Door Prizes, Drawings, Treats and Libations! You are cordially invited to join Ebb Tide Gallery's 40th Anniversary celebration! Date - May 5th, 2024 Time - 12:00 - 5:00 PM Location: 7809 Pioneer Way, Gig Harbor, WA Join us in commemorating four decades of artistic passion and community ...
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 ...
Capital City Chorus Presents “Requiem” by Herbert Howells and “It is Happiness” by Joan Szymco.
Capital City Chorus Presents “Requiem” by Herbert Howells and “It is Happiness” by Joan Szymco.
Come hear our Spring 2024 concert performance! Come experience the 120 voices of the Capital City Chorus Mixed Choir and Chorale! The Requiem (Mixed Choir) is an a cappella work, only about 20 minutes in length by British composter Herbert Howells. It’s very intricate, gorgeous harmonies create an ethereal experience with a truly unique sound. ...
You are cordially invited to join Ebb Tide Gallery’s 40th Anniversary celebration!
You are cordially invited to join Ebb Tide Gallery’s 40th Anniversary celebration!
Celebrating 40 years of Bringing Creativity to the Community Door Prizes, Drawings, Treats and Libations! You are cordially invited to join Ebb Tide Gallery's 40th Anniversary celebration! Date - May 5th, 2024 Time - 12:00 - 5:00 PM Location: 7809 Pioneer Way, Gig Harbor, WA Join us in commemorating four decades of artistic passion and community ...
4 events,
Stories to Honor Our Mothers
Stories to Honor Our Mothers
Stories told to honor Mother’s Day, told by three tellers from the Asian American Storytellers in Action, sponsored by the South Sound Story Guild. Wed. May 8, 6 - 8 pm In person at the Harbor House, 217 Thurston Ave NW or on zoom. Go to the South Sound Story Guild website for the zoom ...
4 events,
StoryOly at Olympia Timberland Library
StoryOly at Olympia Timberland Library
StoryOly is Olympia's premiere Story Slam event. Created in 2015 and modeled after The Moth, community members come together to share and tell true stories based on a theme. StoryOly aims to encourage and develop community engagement and connection through the medium of storytelling. The theme for StoryOly at the Library is SURPRISES! StoryOly is ...
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+.
3 events,
Playback Theatre – Stories of Random Acts of Kindness
Playback Theatre – Stories of Random Acts of Kindness
Join the Heartsparkle Players for an evening of personal stories, hope & community at New Traditions Gathering Place (300 5th Avenue - downtown Olympia). Our collaborators are ASHHO Cultural Center.
4 events,
Radio Show/Mini Play: Sorry Wrong Number & The Pocket Watch
Radio Show/Mini Play: Sorry Wrong Number & The Pocket Watch
SRO is turning two Classic Radio Shows into Theatrical Mini Plays. The Suspenseful "Sorry Wrong Number" and the Time Warped "The Pocket Watch" Saturday, May 11th 2:30p and 7:30p. Take mom out for a double feature of intrigue! TICKETS & DETAILS: www.srotheater.org Summaries:SORRY WRONG NUMBER - One of the most legendary radio plays of all ...
Radio Show/Mini Play: Sorry Wrong Number & The Pocket Watch
Radio Show/Mini Play: Sorry Wrong Number & The Pocket Watch
SRO is turning two Classic Radio Shows into Theatrical Mini Plays. The Suspenseful "Sorry Wrong Number" and the Time Warped "The Pocket Watch" Saturday, May 11th 2:30p and 7:30p. Take mom out for a double feature of intrigue! TICKETS & DETAILS: www.srotheater.org Summaries:SORRY WRONG NUMBER - One of the most legendary radio plays of ...
5 events,
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea, Episode 2
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea, Episode 2
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea features stories by Native American and First Nations Matriarchs, told live from stage to be immortalized in an online series of shorts. The term Aunties is an honorific that signifies a woman or non-binary person who holds a place of significance and respect in their communities. This ...
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea, Episode 2
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea, Episode 2
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea features stories by Native American and First Nations Matriarchs, told live from stage to be immortalized in an online series of shorts. The term Aunties is an honorific that signifies a woman or non-binary person who holds a place of significance and respect in their communities. This ...
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea, Episode 2
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea, Episode 2
The Aunties – Women of the Salish Sea features stories by Native American and First Nations Matriarchs, told live from stage to be immortalized in an online series of shorts. The term Aunties is an honorific that signifies a woman or non-binary person who holds a place of significance and respect in their communities. This ...
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Lacey Spring Fun Fair
Lacey Spring Fun Fair
Fun Fair is THE place to be for free fun! Enjoy live entertainment, kids activities, rides like the giant slide and swings, the circus train and more all FREE! Saturday there will be a S.T.E.M. Fair with lots of cool stuff to check out and Sunday enjoy the car show! Shop from lots of great ...
Olympia Teeny-Tiny Zine Fair
Olympia Teeny-Tiny Zine Fair
Olympia Zine Fest will return with a full weekend fest in May of 2025, but to tide us over, this year OZF is putting on the Olympia Teeny-Tiny Zine Fair! Sunday, May 19th, 11am to 4pm @ Olympia Timberland Library Come check out the tabling expo, DJs, activities, a raffle, and more. For more info, ...
1 event,
Lacey Spring Fun Fair
Lacey Spring Fun Fair
Fun Fair is THE place to be for free fun! Enjoy live entertainment, kids activities, rides like the giant slide and swings, the circus train and more all FREE! Saturday there will be a S.T.E.M. Fair with lots of cool stuff to check out and Sunday enjoy the car show! Shop from lots of great ...
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Virtual Author Talk Watch Party: Rebecca F. Kuang
Virtual Author Talk Watch Party: Rebecca F. Kuang
Join us at the Lacey library as we watch a live interview with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) in conversation with a moderator from the Library Speaker’s Consortium about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface. Yellowface grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the terrifying alienation of social media. This virtual event will ...
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Ten Acrobats in an Amazing Leap of Faith
Ten Acrobats in an Amazing Leap of Faith by Yussef El Guindi Directed by Agastya Kohli May 24 – June 16, 2024 Multi-award-winning playwright Yussef El Guindi’s humorous and surprising family comedy brings just the right amount of chaos and poignancy as it depicts universal themes of belonging, desire, culture, and faith. This show will ...
5 events,
Nunsense – (Options for Dinner and Non Dinner Locations)
Nunsense – (Options for Dinner and Non Dinner Locations)
Nunsense is a hilarious spoof about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser. Sadly, the rest of the sisterhood died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia Child of God. We have two different versions of this production to choose from: On June 1st (2 shows to pick from that day ...
Nunsense – (Options for Dinner and Non Dinner Locations)
Nunsense – (Options for Dinner and Non Dinner Locations)
Nunsense is a hilarious spoof about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser. Sadly, the rest of the sisterhood died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia Child of God. We have two different versions of this production to choose from: On June 1st (2 shows to pick from that day ...
Nunsense – (Options for Dinner and Non Dinner Locations)
Nunsense – (Options for Dinner and Non Dinner Locations)
Nunsense is a hilarious spoof about the misadventures of five nuns trying to manage a fundraiser. Sadly, the rest of the sisterhood died from botulism after eating vichyssoise prepared by Sister Julia Child of God. We have two different versions of this production to choose from: On June 1st (2 shows to pick from that day ...
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