OPENING AND CURRENT RUNS
ALKI
See review this issue. The world premiere of Eric Overmyer’s ironic adaptation of Ibsen’s Peer Gynt. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St, 292-7676. $15-$54. Thurs at 2 and 7:30 pm, Fri-Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2 and 7:30 pm, Tues-Wed at 7:30 pm. Through June 27.
ANTONY AND CLEOPATRA
Shakespeare’s East-West passion play, directed and adapted by Stranger Genius Award short-lister John Kaufmann. Consolidated Works, 500 Boren Ave N, 325-6500. $12-$15. Fri-Sun at 8 pm. Through June 27.
* ARE WE SCARED: AN EXPERIMENT IN CHILD’S PLAY
See Stranger Suggests. “The cumulative effect is of indescribable delight. ” (Bret Fetzer) Open Circle Theater, 429 Boren Ave, 382-4250. $12. Thurs-Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through June 26.
BLACK-EYED BLONDE
Final week. An improvised play styled after ’40s film noir. Unexpected Productions at Market Theater, 1428 Post Alley, 781-9273. $10. Fri-Sat at 8 pm. Through June 19.
* BLUE.HEART.OXYGEN
See review this issue. Final week. Three one-acts by Caryl Churchill explore language and relationships. Ghost Light Theatricals at Northwest Actors Studio, 1100 E Pike St, 325-6500. $10-$12. Fri-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through June 20.
CAMELOT
A musical based on T. H. White’s The Once and Future King. Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N I St, Tacoma, 253-272-2281. $16-$20. Fri-Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through June 26.
THE CASE OF THE VANISHING CROWN JEWELS: A ZIPLOCK HOLMES MYSTERY
The Magical Mr. Fuzzy is in a bind, and a detective named after a plastic bag helps him out. The Baggy Pants at Northwest Actors Studio, 1100 E Pike St, 324-6328. $10. Fri-Sat at 8 pm. Through July 3.
* CIRCUS CONTRAPTION’S GRAND AMERICAN TRAVELING DIME MUSEUM
“You will want to run away from your everyday world and join the circus. ” (Bret Fetzer) Workshop 30, Sand Point Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, 800-838-3006. $15. Fri-Sat at 8 pm (21+ w/ID required), Sun at 8 pm (all ages). Through June 27.
* HEDWIG AND THE ANGRY INCH
“Now all I got is a Barbie-doll crotch!” singeth performance powerhouse Nick Garrison, in the return of the only rock ‘n’ roll musical that matters. Miss it at your peril. Re-bar, 1114 Howell St, 325-6500. $16-$18. Thurs-Sat at 8 pm. Through July 31.
LES LIAISONS DANGEREUSES
Opening. An adaptation of the Laclos novel about decadence and cynicism in the French aristocracy. Exchange Theatre at Theatre 4, 305 Harrison St, Seattle Center, 325-6500. $15-$18. Preview performance Thurs June 17 at 7:30 pm. Opening Fri June 18 at 8 pm. Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through July 10.
* LIVE X 3
“An almost surgical examination of the subtle social brutality adults can inflict upon each other. It’s a sneaky and slippery play, flush with sardonic humor and capably acted by the cast–particularly Terry Edward Moore as the vain older academic.” (Bret Fetzer) Steeplechase Productions at Seattle Public Theater, 7312 W Greenlake Dr N, 325-6500. $18. Fri-Sat at 8 pm. Through July 3.
MOVIN’ OUT
Final week. A new musical based on 24 songs by Billy Joel, author of the timeless lyric, “And the microphone smells like a beer.” Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St, 292-2787. $26-$64. Thurs at 7:30 pm, Fri at 8 pm, Sat at 2 and 8 pm, Sun at 2 and 7:30 pm. Through June 20.
MY BIG FAT GAY WEDDING
Final week. Song and dance celebrate gay nuptials in this new musical. Seattle Lesbian and Gay Chorus at All Pilgrims Christian Church, 500 Broadway Ave E, 860-7542. $12-$16. Sat at 7:30 pm. Through June 19.
ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST
Final week. “Dale Wasserman’s lousy theatrical adaptation struts impotently, screaming its themes in overstated scenes and bald speeches spouted by the flat, simplistic characters.” (Bret Fetzer) Theater Schmeater, 1500 Summit Ave, 325-6500. $15. Thurs-Sat at 8 pm. Through June 19.
* PAPER AIRPLANE
“The storyline is just a thread on which to string a mélange of pratfalls, oversized props, animation sequences, mime, and dance. None of this features a single word; instead, the three actors create their world by interacting with a soundscape of music and ambient noise. ” (Bret Fetzer) Collaborator at Raisbeck Hall, 2015 Boren Ave, 877-278-4842. $8-$12. Thurs-Sat at 8 pm. Through June 26.
THE PLAY’S THE THING
Comedic meta-theater, care of Ferenc Molnar and P. G. Wodehouse, directed by comedy superstar John Michael Higgins. Intiman Playhouse, 201 Mercer St, Seattle Center, 269-1900. $27-$46. Thurs at 7:30 pm, Fri at 8 pm, Sat at 2 and 8 pm, Sun at 2 and 7:30 pm, Tues-Wed at 7:30 pm. Through July 11.
PINTER: NIGHT, THE COLLECTION, THE LOVER
See review this issue. Final week. An evening of short plays by Harold Pinter. Sight Nine Theatre Company at Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave S, 325-6500. $12.50-$15. Thurs at 7:30 pm, Fri-Sat at 8 pm. Through June 19.
QUICKIES VOLUME 5
See review this issue. Final week. Six new plays by women, including Joy McCullough-Carranza and Cannes award-winner Diane Grant. Live Girls! Theater, 620 Alaskan Way, 568-1985 ext 3. $12. Fri-Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through June 19.
SEX IN SEATTLE EPISODE 9: LITTLE WHITE LIES
The saga revolving around Asian-American women Tess, Jenna, Shari, and Elizabeth continues with this story of Internet dating and mistaken identities. Richard Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave, 323-9443. $8-$12. Fri-Sat at 8 and 10:30 pm. Through June 26.
* SHADOWLANDS
Final week. “This is one of those rare productions where everything comes together to create something close to impeccable. Don’t take it for granted. ” (Bret Fetzer) Taproot Theatre, 204 N 85th St, 781-9707. $10-$28. Thurs at 7:30 pm, Fri at 8 pm, Sat at 2 and 8 pm. Through June 19.
TRAVELS WITH CHARLEY
An adaptation of John Steinbeck’s novel, set during the fall of 1960. Book-It Repertory Theatre, 305 Harrison St, Seattle Center, 216-0833. $15-$26. Thurs-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through July 3.
TWELFTH NIGHT
Shipwrecks and gender subterfuge, care of William Shakespeare. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 NE 74th St, Redmond, 425-881-6777. $16-$20. Fri-Sat at 8:15 pm, Sun at 2:15 pm. Through June 26.
* WRECKAGE
“Lauren Weedman explores her own obsessive, needy, self-destructive behavior with blistering honesty. Wreckage is perhaps the best work yet from this powerhouse performer.” (Bret Fetzer) Theatre Babylon at Union Garage, 1418 10th Ave, 720-1942. $15-$18. Thurs-Sat at 8 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through July 3.
DANCE
23RD ANNUAL PACIFIC NORTHWEST BALLET SCHOOL PERFORMANCE
One day only. A showcase of PNB School dancers aged 8-18, featuring a revival of Marius Petipa’s Le Jardin Animé. McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St, 441-2424. $10-$55. Sat June 19 at noon and 3:30 pm.
BEYOND THE VEIL
One night only. Dance performances ranging in provenance from North Africa to American-Middle Eastern fusion. Langston Hughes Performing Arts Center, 104 17th Ave S, 527-4697. $22-$25. Fri June 18 at 8 pm.
FLOOR OF THE FOREST
Cornish and UW dance students perform a 1970 dance by Trisha Brown in conjunction with Brown’s Henry Art Gallery exhibition. Henry Art Gallery, 15th Ave NE and NE 41st St, 543-2280. Free with museum admission ($6-$8). Thurs at 6:15 pm, Sun at 2 pm. Through July 18.
WHIRLWIND FESTIVAL SHOWCASE
Opening. Dance works by Nicholas Leichter, the Legendre Performance Group, Sarah Carlson, and BetterBiscuitDance. Velocity MainSpace Theater, 914 E Pine St, second floor. Tickets available at the door only, $5. Sat June 19 at 8 pm.
FESTIVALS, CABARET, & COMEDY
ARTS PRIDE
Two weekends only. A queer performing arts showcase. All events at ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave SW, 938-0339. Singer/comedian Lisa Koch, $15, Fri June 18 at 7:30 pm. Leather-mommy comediennes the Visqueens, $7, Fri June 18 at 10:30 pm. Uncommon Voices, Common Dreams (local karaoke stars), $10, Sat June 19 at 7:30 pm. Pride standup comics, $7, Sat June 19 at 10:30 pm.
CABARET FOR CHOICE
One night only. A benefit for the CAIR Project, featuring Heather Duby. Capitol Hill Arts Center, 1621 12th Ave. Tickets available at the door only, $13. Thurs June 17 at 8 pm.
* DINA MARTINA BRUNCH
Extended! Spend your blurry Sundays with chanteuse/raconteur/freak Dina Martina at the appropriately ratty Thumper’s, every inch of which is as meticulously clean and well maintained as Ms. Martina’s makeup. Perfectly brilliant–don’t miss it. Thumper’s, 1500 E Madison St, 328-3800. $10 (plus the price of victuals). Sun at 11 am and 2 pm. Through July 25.
JACK AND THE BEANSTOCK
One day only. A British panto version of the fairy tale. “Kids Universe” at the Fremont Fair, 3400 Fremont Ave N. Free, donations accepted. Sun June 20 at 1 and 3 pm.
MUSICAL ON 55TH ST
An entirely improvised musical, with members of Jet City Improv and actors from the Seattle area. Historic University Theatre, 5510 University Way NE, 325-6500. $8-$10. Thurs-Fri at 8 pm. Through July 23.
PEEPSHOW
The newest entry in CHAC’s Residencies series, this show features new work by local sketch-comedy groups. This Tuesday it’s the Short List, Stacia Jensen, and FURIOSO!. Capitol Hill Arts Center, 1621 12th Ave, 388-0521. $10. Tues at 8 pm. Through June 29.
PERFORMANCE 101 SHOWCASE
One night only. A student burlesque/cabaret showcase at Rendezvous, 2320 Second Ave, 441-5823. $8. Sat June 19 at 7:30 and 9 pm.
ROBOTPIRATEMONKEY AMATEUR STANDUP COMEDY COMPETITION
One night only. Standup at Rendezvous, 2320 Second Ave, 441-5823. $8. Sun June 20 at 8 pm.
TOO DARN HOT! THE MANY MOODS OF SUMMER
A comic cabaret revue with a seasonal theme. Cr*pe de Paris Restaurant & Cabaret, 1333 Fifth Ave, 623-4111. $15 (show only) to $42 (dinner included). Fri-Sat at 8 pm. Through July 24.
LATE NIGHT
* NEITHER/NOR
One night only. See Theater News. A performance salon featuring a one-man zombie drama and musical puppets. Bald Faced Lie at Consolidated Works, 500 Boren Ave N. Tickets available at the door only, $10. Sat June 19 at 11 pm.
PROSTITUTING GENIUS CABARET
One night only. This edition of the monthly showcase features John Ackerman, belly dance by the Fuzzy Monkeys, and Joe Boling. Union Garage, 1418 10th Ave. Tickets available at the door only, $8. Fri June 18 at 10:30 pm.
SPECIAL EVENTS
* WRITERS ON WORK
One night only. A collaboration featuring Stranger writer Bret Fetzer and EMT Stephen McCandless. Richard Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave, 322-7030. Tickets available at the door only, $5-$7. Tues June 22 at 7:30 pm.
LONG RUNS
BIG WHEEL BINGO at Rendezvous, 441-5823.
DON’T TELL MOMMA at Thumper’s, 328-3800.
* THE HOKUM HALL VARIETY SHOW at Hokum Hall, 937-3613.
JET CITY IMPROV at Historic University Theatre, 352-8291.
LATE NIGHT CATECHISM from Seattle Theatre Project at ACT, 292-7676.
TEATRO ZINZANNI at 2301 Sixth Ave, 802-0015.
THEATRESPORTS at the Market Theater, 781-9273.
VARGAS GIRLS at the Mirabeau Room, 217-2800.
