This performance season unleashes a flood of creative ingenuity and original voices in theater, dance and music. Here are the standout shows and artists to get excited about.
Richard III
Sarah Harlett leads an all-female version of Shakespeare’s political war drama, playing one of theatrical history’s most complex villains.
Jerome Robbins Festival
Pacific Northwest Ballet celebrates the great choreographer’s work and the 100th anniversary of his birth.
Skeleton Crew
“We’re all tired of seeing plays, movies, TV shows where people of color are in a tragic situation.” Director Jay O’Leary and actor Tracy Michelle Hughes in conversation.
Jasmine Joshua on new musicals, the Lioness Quartet and nontraditional casting
Our Carnal Hearts
British artist Rachel Mars uses song and satire to investigate how pervasive, yet taboo, emotions like envy and competition affect our everyday choices.
Lily/LUNG
Kin of the Moon and Karin Stevens Dance present two electroacoustic works about transformation and creation.
The Turn of the Screw
For costume designer Deborah Trout, the storytelling of this ghostly Seattle Opera production begins with color.
Ray Tagavilla on Reckless, eating during shows and stage fright
Anansi and the Halfling
Madison Jade Jones’ new play tells the story of a young black woman descended from an ancient line of storytellers blessed by the gods.
Arlene Martínez-Vázquez on Native Gardens, Latinx characters and imagination
Everything You Touch
Maggie Rogers directs Sheila Callaghan’s play for Washington Ensemble Theatre
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The Noteworthy Life of Howard Barnes
Scenic designer Christopher Mumaw suggests that you “expect the unexpected” in this world premiere musical.
ACT artistic director John Langs on building community through making art
Choreographic Shindig
For Whim W’him’s annual mixed-bill spectacular, the dancers curate the show.
Amy J Lambert on isolation, marimba and fitting in
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