Lacey in Tune: Larry G. Jones and ‘The Greatest Showman’

By Billy Thomas From unbelievable impersonations to moving musical renditions and right-on comedy, Larry’s entertaining show weaves in all the essential elements of truly great entertainment: laughter, universal appeal, a range of emotions, a musical bedrock, and impeccable, spot-on timing for getting the message through. Larry covers a lot of ground in his shows, but …

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Music in the Park: The Roostertails

By Molly Walsh With a tagline of “full throttle rockabilly,” the Roostertails reimagine classic-rock hits with a 1950s, country-rock twang. Upright bass adds just the right amount of old-school-Americana flair to Presley-style, low-octave vocals. Heavily influenced by Johnny Cash, the Roostertails can help any concert-goer find a rhythm.  WHAT The Roostertails WHERE Sylvester Park, 615 …

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Lacey in Tune: Antic Arts

By Billy Thomas The Nomadic Theatre Co, based in Portland, Oregon, has been creating and performing original physical theatre shows since 2002. In a variety of physical theatrical forms including clown, mask, puppetry, dance, stilt-walking, and acrobatics, the Nomadic Theatre Co. strives to entertain and educate people through original theatre. What Lacey in Tune: Antic …

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Lacey in Tune: The Infinity Project and ‘Star Wars: A New Hope’

By Billy Thomas Seattle’s only locally based Journey Tribute act, The Infinity Project, is a collection of long standing Seattle and L.A. musicians who have banded together to celebrate both the history and ongoing success of one of Rock ‘N Rolls greatest hit makers. Covering music from Journey’s conception straight through to recent hits and …

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Lacey in Tune: Roberto the Magnificent

By Billy Thomas Every one of Roberto’s performances are filled with comedic chatter, breathtaking visual stunts and lots of audience participation. Audiences love his wild comical antics, high-energy pace and amazing stunts. Roberto the Magnificent’s “Crazy Comedy Stunt Show” is appealing to adults and children alike. When Roberto the Magnificent explodes onto the stage, audiences …

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Music in the Park: Platinum Soul

By Molly Walsh Between hidden gems and retro hits, Platinum Soul transports listeners to a 1970s funk and rhythm-and-blues dream. It plays throughout the Pacific Northwest, blending Earth, Wind & Fire; Hall and Oates and Rick James into its set. Band leader LaRoi Carter Jr. grew up in Lacey and has always wanted to return …

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Music in the Park: WineHouse Band

By Molly Walsh Hometown Olympia act WineHouse Band is a young, seven-piece, alternative-rock lineup that crosses funk with hints of rock and jazz. It recently released an extended-play album, Le Voyeur. Half the band’s members are teenagers, but don’t let that distract from their especially tight, enthusiastic performances, as on the tune “Midnight.” Dreamy vocals …

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Lacey In Tune: Recess Monkey

By Billy Thomas Recess Monkey is a Grammy-Nominated family music band from Seattle. These teachers-turned-rockers know how to get kids and families excited. Known for prolific, eclectic musical output and their contagiously exciting live shows, Recess Monkey strives to strike a balance between kid-centric ideas and musical authenticity. Lyrically, they weave jokes and puns together …

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Lacey in Tune: Reptileman and ‘Smallfoot’

By Billy Thomas Zoologist and educator Scott Petersen will present live reptiles in a 40-minute show that teaches the importance of all animals in nature and allows kids to get up close and personal with these amazing creatures.  Following his show, join the Lacey Museum staff to search for Sasquatch. At dusk will be a …

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