What happens after you die? How do we find meaning in a world where suffering is inevitable and unjust? What actually goes down at a Texas Roadhouse? God and the Devil attempt to answer all these questions and more in a classic American road trip that will make you laugh, make you cry, and might even save you! Post-Promethia is a two-woman dramedy written …
Shoestring Circus Returns! June 27 – July 6 | Swantown Marina, Olympia Back by popular demand! Step inside a big top turned art museum! Shoestring Circus returns to Olympia with a brand new show for all ages. The Museum turns the big top into a living gallery where circus meets art in dazzling, unexpected, and …
From the same mind that brought the beloved Fun Intended Pun Slam comes a new show! The Friendship Show – a show where friendships are made and tested There are three ways to get on stage for the Friendship Show: 1. Sign up as an individual looking to make a new friend 2 . …
Theater Artists Olympia’s “The HEAD That Wouldn’t DIE!” at Lakewood Playhouse is a takeoff on one of the worst B movies ever, “The Brain That Wouldn’t Die,” with additional dialogue and lyrics by the TAO collective. It is two hours of camp and insanity, not recommended for children younger than 13 according to a warning posted in the theater and not recommended for people who don’t get satire according to this reviewer.
Zaniac Show Alex Zerbe, the Professional Zaniac moves like a rubber band from one end of the stage to the other. Experience a comedic onslaught of absurd ideas and odd skills and see why this two-time Guinness World Record holder was voted Seattle’s Funniest Physical Comedian. https://alexzerbe.com/
Cowboy 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 …
Speaking of the Center Salon at The Washington Center, Jill Barnes, executive director of the center, said, “It’s really fun to see so many different genres of art in one night. It’s pretty special. The center hosts touring artists from all over the world, and this event showcases our homegrown talent. It complements the rest of our programming and who we are and what we do.” Co-curated by Olympia’s own, Bryan Willis, the Center Salon will fill the center’s black box on the evening of Saturday, March 22.
Trouble in Mind Written by Alice Childress Directed by Michelle Blackmon March 28 – April 20, 2025 Taking place entirely in a rehearsal space in an old New York theatre, Trouble in Mind brings us up close and personal with a group of artists working to open a new Broadway show. Themes of race, class, …
Join bestselling author and NPR humorist, David Sedaris, for an evening filled with his trademark sardonic wit and incisive social critiques. As one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers, Mr. Sedaris will regale you with tales and observations addressing the human condition, take questions from the stage, and sign books. Get tickets early as Olympia loves …
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+.