July 29 - Aug 4 2024 - All show times have $15 and under options

"Lucky Chance," Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260, Whidbey Island

From Expand the Canon: "If you’re looking to gamble on love with this multi-generational comedy featuring headstrong heroines and aging Romeos… consider this raunchy Restoration Comedy about sex, marriage, and consent. The ripened, spry, and sometimes lecherous Sir Cautious Fulbank and Sir Feeble Fainwou’d used their money and status to land young wives. But both wives had young suitors they already loved… who are trying to win them back! While the old men gamble, bribe, and swindle, the young suitors assume double identities, dance with a Devil(!), and put their livelihoods on the line –– with plenty of help from their crafty ladies. Delight in this unapologetic critique of capitalism and patriarchy while asking: are our motives in love and partnership ever truly altruistic?"

Tickets available in advance on sliding scale, starting at $15, or Pay What You Will after the show.  40% of tickets are held to be available day of the performance.

Click the link for dates, showtimes, and reservations

"King Lear," Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260, Whidbey Island

King Lear takes center stage in a world where power, patriarchy, and privilege collide with the pursuit of justice and equity. As Lear's kingdom unravels, his daughters challenge societal expectations, each seeking their own empowerment. Amidst political turmoil, the production delves into the complexities of mental health, offering a poignant reflection on the importance of compassion and empathy in a rapidly changing world. Don't miss this thought-provoking production, that seeks to resonate with contemporary audiences and spark conversations about the enduring relevance of its themes.

Tickets available in advance on sliding scale, starting at $15, or Pay What You Will after the show.  40% of tickets are held to be available day of the performance.

Click the link for dates, showtimes, and reservations

"Two Gentleman of Verona," Wooden O by Seattle Shakespeare Company, Various dates and locations

Put into an elegant court far from home, what do best friends do? Fight over the same girl, of course! Status, friendship, and true hearts collide in this comedy of impulsive love. There is no smooth course to growing up, but with disguises, songs, and a bit with a dog, this story will chart a path straight to your heart.

During the summer months, Seattle Shakespeare Company presents free, outdoor performances of classical plays in parks throughout the Puget Sound region. Grab a picnic, bring your family, and join us for some free Shakespeare in the parks!

Click for dates, showtimes, and locations

"Twelfth Night," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Viola, shipwrecked and separated from her twin brother, presumed to be lost at sea, disguises herself as a man named Cesario to navigate the foreign land of Illyria. Caught in a love triangle, Viola (as Cesario) finds herself inadvertently wooing the countess Olivia on behalf of Duke Orsino, while Olivia herself falls for the disguised Viola. As the tangled web of romance unravels, the play culminates in a riotous finale of revelations, reunions, and uproarious laughter, showcasing Shakespeare’s timeless wit and exploration of the complexities of love.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. 

Click for dates, showtimes, and locations

"Henry VI," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

A continuation of Henry VI part 1, Shakespeare’s chronicles of the Wars of the Roses. England is embroiled in political turmoil as the ineffectual King Henry VI struggles to maintain control amidst growing dissent and power struggles among nobles. The rise of the ambitious Richard, Duke of York, sets the stage for a bloody conflict for the throne, as factions vie for supremacy and betrayal lurks at every turn. Amidst treachery, ambition, and shifting allegiances, the fate of England hangs in the balance, with the crown as the ultimate prize in a brutal game of power.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. 

Click for dates, showtimes, and locations

"All's Well that Ends Well" and "Julius Caesar" (abridged), GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Backyard Bard presents two stripped-down productions of Shakespeare’s plays, each one hour long, and both performed by a small ensemble of versatile actors.

Backyard Bard was born out of a desire to bring Shakespeare to smaller parks and new audiences in underserved neighborhoods. But we don’t just perform in the parks – Backyard Bard is also available for private parties. If you are interested in hosting a performance, contact us at greenstage@greenstage.org.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. 

Click for dates, showtimes, and locations

 

"The Clockwork Professor," Seattle Public Theater, Seattle Public Theater at Green Lake Park, Green Lake

Professor Pemberton is a humble inventor, a quiet man of science. As political unrest sweeps over the great city of New Providence, buried secrets from his past threaten to destroy everything that he holds dear, and perhaps even the Crown itself. From romance to royal airships to roving inter-dimensional portals, join up with The Clockwork Professor in this action-packed adventure of fantastical science fiction with a steampunk twist!

Seattle Public Theater offers a limited number of $10 "Art is for Everyone" tickets online for each performance

Click the link for dates, showtimes, and tickets

"A Midsummer Dice Dream," Dacha Theatre, Glenn Hughes Penthouse Theatre, University District

A playful twist on Shakespeare’s magical comedy, with a roaming audience, a fairy hive-mind, and enchanting live underscoring!

Dacha performs improvisational riffs on well known literary and theatrical works.  PWYC tickets for all performances start at $1.

Click the link for tickets and showtimes

"Inside Voices: The Musical," Jet City Improv, West of Lenin, Fremont

Every person is made up of parts: parts we love, parts we rely on, parts we're afraid of, parts we're ashamed of, and more. Inside Voices is an improvised musical comedy that explores the relationship between ourselves and our parts, and how showing up for ourselves (or not) affects the way we show up in our real-life relationships. We follow a character and their personified inner voices as a situation in their everyday life suddenly thrusts them on the weird and messy journey towards self-love.

PWYC Tickets available starting at $1 on Thursdays, or use promo code "SINGTOME" for $1 tickets to all non-Thursday shows.

Click the link for tickets and show times

"Fallen Angels," Burien Actor's Theatre, Various locations in South King County

Fallen Angels a family-friendly comedy by the English playwright Noël Coward, adapted by Rachel Rene

When the love grows but the passion fizzles in Jane and Julia’s respective marriages, the two best friends freak over a sudden visit from the far-out Frenchman they both had flings with before marriage. Can these hilarious, chaos-causing chicks mellow out and get real? A family-friendly, totally ‘70s adaptation of the 1925 classic.

Admission is free, but bring a chair or blanket to sit on.   Click here for dates, times, and locations.

Pork Filled Productions

 

Pork Filled Productions

112 5th Avenue N., 2nd Floor. • Seattle, WA

https://porkfilled.com/wp/

Pork Filled Productions (PFP) is the oldest Asian American theatre company in the Pacific Northwest.  They started as a sketch comedy troupe in 1998, and started transitioning to full length plays in 2007.   They highlight Asian-American stories and talent in plays that include imaginative, fantastical, and fun universes.  Asian Americans are currently 20% of the population of the Seattle area, but only comprise 5% of theatrical roles, so PFP is aiming to provide representation for those who may otherwise be overlooked.

Still from 2023's production "Bloodletting"

Financially Accessible Tickets

PFP offers "Access" tickets for their performances starting at $10.  They also participate in TeenTix, and also offer targeted discounts to communities represented in each given production.

A photo from one of PFP's comedy sketches.  Click here for a list of their sketch YouTube videos

Volunteer Opportunities

PFP is all volunteer-run.  They look to engage people willing to work, especially Asian-Americans, and are eager to help indulge the curiosity of those interested in theatre.  No prior experience or training is required.  Volunteers get to see the show that they are assisting, and know that they are helping with the cause of representation for Asian Americans.

July 22 - 28 2024 - All show times have $15 and under options

"Lucky Chance," Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260, Whidbey Island

From Expand the Canon: "If you’re looking to gamble on love with this multi-generational comedy featuring headstrong heroines and aging Romeos… consider this raunchy Restoration Comedy about sex, marriage, and consent. The ripened, spry, and sometimes lecherous Sir Cautious Fulbank and Sir Feeble Fainwou’d used their money and status to land young wives. But both wives had young suitors they already loved… who are trying to win them back! While the old men gamble, bribe, and swindle, the young suitors assume double identities, dance with a Devil(!), and put their livelihoods on the line –– with plenty of help from their crafty ladies. Delight in this unapologetic critique of capitalism and patriarchy while asking: are our motives in love and partnership ever truly altruistic?"

Tickets available in advance on sliding scale, starting at $15, or Pay What You Will after the show.  40% of tickets are held to be available day of the performance.

Tickets can be reserved at the following link:

https://www.ticketsource.us/island-shakespeare-festival/the-lucky-chance/e-pgqyyv

"King Lear," Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260, Whidbey Island

King Lear takes center stage in a world where power, patriarchy, and privilege collide with the pursuit of justice and equity. As Lear's kingdom unravels, his daughters challenge societal expectations, each seeking their own empowerment. Amidst political turmoil, the production delves into the complexities of mental health, offering a poignant reflection on the importance of compassion and empathy in a rapidly changing world. Don't miss this thought-provoking production, that seeks to resonate with contemporary audiences and spark conversations about the enduring relevance of its themes.

Tickets available in advance on sliding scale, starting at $15, or Pay What You Will after the show.  40% of tickets are held to be available day of the performance.

Tickets can be reserved at the following link:

https://www.ticketsource.us/island-shakespeare-festival/king-lear/e-qayqqz

"Two Gentleman of Verona," Wooden O by Seattle Shakespeare Company, Various dates and locations

Put into an elegant court far from home, what do best friends do? Fight over the same girl, of course! Status, friendship, and true hearts collide in this comedy of impulsive love. There is no smooth course to growing up, but with disguises, songs, and a bit with a dog, this story will chart a path straight to your heart.

During the summer months, Seattle Shakespeare Company presents free, outdoor performances of classical plays in parks throughout the Puget Sound region. Grab a picnic, bring your family, and join us for some free Shakespeare in the parks!

Schedule and locations at link:

https://www.seattleshakespeare.org/woodeno/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw9vqyBhCKARIsAIIcLMHIS57Dg-e7ETv9kMESY6bEda7ziONeKxWO-KN25VXyv_rSsbOrepAaAgPlEALw_wcB

'Twelfth Night," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Viola, shipwrecked and separated from her twin brother, presumed to be lost at sea, disguises herself as a man named Cesario to navigate the foreign land of Illyria. Caught in a love triangle, Viola (as Cesario) finds herself inadvertently wooing the countess Olivia on behalf of Duke Orsino, while Olivia herself falls for the disguised Viola. As the tangled web of romance unravels, the play culminates in a riotous finale of revelations, reunions, and uproarious laughter, showcasing Shakespeare’s timeless wit and exploration of the complexities of love.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. Dates and locations at the link.

https://greenstage.org/twelfth-night-2024/

"Henry VI," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

A continuation of Henry VI part 1, Shakespeare’s chronicles of the Wars of the Roses. England is embroiled in political turmoil as the ineffectual King Henry VI struggles to maintain control amidst growing dissent and power struggles among nobles. The rise of the ambitious Richard, Duke of York, sets the stage for a bloody conflict for the throne, as factions vie for supremacy and betrayal lurks at every turn. Amidst treachery, ambition, and shifting allegiances, the fate of England hangs in the balance, with the crown as the ultimate prize in a brutal game of power.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. Dates and locations at the link.

https://greenstage.org/henry-vi-2024/

"All's Well that Ends Well" and "Julius Caesar" (abridged), GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Backyard Bard presents two stripped-down productions of Shakespeare’s plays, each one hour long, and both performed by a small ensemble of versatile actors.

Backyard Bard was born out of a desire to bring Shakespeare to smaller parks and new audiences in underserved neighborhoods. But we don’t just perform in the parks – Backyard Bard is also available for private parties. If you are interested in hosting a performance, contact us at greenstage@greenstage.org.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. Dates and locations at the link.

https://greenstage.org/backyard-bard-2024/

 

"A Midsummer Dice Dream," Dacha Theatre, Glenn Hughes Penthouse Theatre, University District

A playful twist on Shakespeare’s magical comedy, with a roaming audience, a fairy hive-mind, and enchanting live underscoring!

Dacha performs improvisational riffs on well known literary and theatrical works.  PWYC tickets for all performances start at $1.

Click the link for tickets and showtimes

"Pre-Concert Recitals," Seattle Chamber Music Society, Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, Downtown

Throughout the Seattle Chamber Music Festival in July, the Seattle Chamber Music Society hosts a series of free pre-concert recitals in the smaller, upstairs hall at Benaroya Hall.  

Click the link for a list of performers and show times

"Inside Voices: The Musical," Jet City Improv, West of Lenin, Fremont

Every person is made up of parts: parts we love, parts we rely on, parts we're afraid of, parts we're ashamed of, and more. Inside Voices is an improvised musical comedy that explores the relationship between ourselves and our parts, and how showing up for ourselves (or not) affects the way we show up in our real-life relationships. We follow a character and their personified inner voices as a situation in their everyday life suddenly thrusts them on the weird and messy journey towards self-love.

PWYC Tickets available starting at $1 on Thursdays. Use promo code "INSIDEOPEN" for two free tickets to opening night, or "SINGTOME" for $1 tickets to all non-Thursday shows.

Click the link for tickets and show times

"Fallen Angels," Burien Actor's Theatre, Various locations in South King County

Fallen Angels a family-friendly comedy by the English playwright Noël Coward, adapted by Rachel Rene

When the love grows but the passion fizzles in Jane and Julia’s respective marriages, the two best friends freak over a sudden visit from the far-out Frenchman they both had flings with before marriage. Can these hilarious, chaos-causing chicks mellow out and get real? A family-friendly, totally ‘70s adaptation of the 1925 classic.

Admission is free, but bring a chair or blanket to sit on.   Click here for dates, times, and locations.

STANCE Choir

 

STANCE Choir

https://www.stanceseattle.org/

Seattle Trans and Non-Binary Choir Ensemble (STANCE) is a community choir created specifically for trans and non-binary participants, to encourage freedom across higher and lower vocal ranges, without the hindrance of traditionally gendered vocal role expectations.  STANCE is the first and only chorus to be led both by and for trans and nonbinary singers.

In Their Words

By building a community of trans and nonbinary singers, we aim to foster an environment where changing voices are authentically embraced. Our vision is an inclusive and accessible singing community where intersecting identities are centered at all levels of the organization. Through our music, both singers and audiences are encouraged to find embodiment and connect to our full selves, physical and emotional.

Financially Accessible Performances

STANCE is committed to performances that are accessible, both in terms of disabilities and finances.  Both tickets and participant dues have a sliding scale, which always includes a free option.  Anyone can attend their performances, and they frequently have outside performances sponsored by community partners.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are very helpful in doing ticket sales, ushering, AV, serving on our Board, writing grants, serving as stage managers, and a wide variety of other tasks to support their chorus. There is no fee to volunteer, nor any uniform involved. Interested people can sign up at https://forms.gle/Z3mEkvktvEzEf2g26

Dacha Theatre

 

Dacha Theatre

https://www.dachatheatre.com

Dacha Theater throws a bit of chaos into their performances, through immersive theater and productions with randomized roles. They are known for their "dice" series, which takes on classic works, like this summer's "A Midsummer's Night's Dream," has each cast member memorize the entire play, then assigns roles at random using dice at the start of the show. This is a format unique to Dacha, developed out of their cast member's jokes about wanting to play all the parts.  They also have a series of interactive theater, including this season's "The Veil," where audience members actively tried to piece together the course of events to affect the play's finale.

A photo of Dacha's previous take on "Metamorphoses"

In Their Words

Dacha is a Russian word that doesn’t have an English equivalent. Roughly, it means “cottage” — a country cabin, a retreat from the hum and bustle of everyday life. But a dacha is also a frame of mind. It is a time apart, a world in miniature with its own rules, customs, and rituals. A dacha is a place to reconnect and restore our faith in each other, where the generations mingle and help each other grow older.

​A dacha marks the passage of time. It is a place, but also an experience of place, the combination of roofbeams, and gables, and casseroles, and cigarettes, and late-night conversation, and sun, and swimming, and most importantly, memories.

Although the word "dacha" can’t be translated, the feeling of it can. Our dacha is a place of ordered chaos, of rumpus, of play. We think that art tends to turn out better when everyone's voice is heard, and we find the stories that most need to be told include ​a little bit of mirth, a little bit of sadness, and a little bit of whimsy.

Dacha was founded in 2016, following a backyard production of Dream Things True. Our shows range from world premieres of daring new works, to innovative ways to bring classics back to life (like our Dice format), to original and spectacular immersive events that challenge the boundaries of what audiences can do.

A still from Dacha's Immersive Production, "Ghost Party," from their 2018-2019 season

Affordable Ticket Options

All performances have Pay What You Can pricing for individual tickets, starting at $1.  Each show also has programmed engagement events, like talk-backs, pop-up jams or workshops, and opportunities for the community to build or play-test their shows.

Dacha also has a Pay-What-You-Can subscription program, which gives subscribers access to sneak peaks, open rehearsals, bespoke prizes, and special seating that helps them connect with other subscribers.

Volunteer Opportunities

Most of Dacha's traditional volunteer duties, like ushering, box office, and set-building, are handled by existing artists within their group.  They are, however, considering adding additional volunteers for ushering.  If interested, please email dachaaudiences@gmail.com. 

July 15 - 21 2024 - All show times have $15 and under options

 

"Lucky Chance," Island Shakespeare Festival, 5476 Maxwelton Road, Langley, WA 98260, Whidbey Island

From Expand the Canon: "If you’re looking to gamble on love with this multi-generational comedy featuring headstrong heroines and aging Romeos… consider this raunchy Restoration Comedy about sex, marriage, and consent. The ripened, spry, and sometimes lecherous Sir Cautious Fulbank and Sir Feeble Fainwou’d used their money and status to land young wives. But both wives had young suitors they already loved… who are trying to win them back! While the old men gamble, bribe, and swindle, the young suitors assume double identities, dance with a Devil(!), and put their livelihoods on the line –– with plenty of help from their crafty ladies. Delight in this unapologetic critique of capitalism and patriarchy while asking: are our motives in love and partnership ever truly altruistic?"

Tickets available in advance on sliding scale, starting at $15, or Pay What You Will after the show.  40% of tickets are held to be available day of the performance.

Click for dates, showtimes, and reservations

"Two Gentleman of Verona," Wooden O by Seattle Shakespeare Company, Various dates and locations

Put into an elegant court far from home, what do best friends do? Fight over the same girl, of course! Status, friendship, and true hearts collide in this comedy of impulsive love. There is no smooth course to growing up, but with disguises, songs, and a bit with a dog, this story will chart a path straight to your heart.

During the summer months, Seattle Shakespeare Company presents free, outdoor performances of classical plays in parks throughout the Puget Sound region. Grab a picnic, bring your family, and join us for some free Shakespeare in the parks!

Click for dates, showtimes, and locations

"Twelfth Night," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Viola, shipwrecked and separated from her twin brother, presumed to be lost at sea, disguises herself as a man named Cesario to navigate the foreign land of Illyria. Caught in a love triangle, Viola (as Cesario) finds herself inadvertently wooing the countess Olivia on behalf of Duke Orsino, while Olivia herself falls for the disguised Viola. As the tangled web of romance unravels, the play culminates in a riotous finale of revelations, reunions, and uproarious laughter, showcasing Shakespeare’s timeless wit and exploration of the complexities of love.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. 

Click for dates, showtimes, and locations

"Henry VI," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

A continuation of Henry VI part 1, Shakespeare’s chronicles of the Wars of the Roses. England is embroiled in political turmoil as the ineffectual King Henry VI struggles to maintain control amidst growing dissent and power struggles among nobles. The rise of the ambitious Richard, Duke of York, sets the stage for a bloody conflict for the throne, as factions vie for supremacy and betrayal lurks at every turn. Amidst treachery, ambition, and shifting allegiances, the fate of England hangs in the balance, with the crown as the ultimate prize in a brutal game of power.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free.

Click for dates, showtimes, and locations

"All's Well that Ends Well" and "Julius Caesar" (abridged), GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Backyard Bard presents two stripped-down productions of Shakespeare’s plays, each one hour long, and both performed by a small ensemble of versatile actors.

Backyard Bard was born out of a desire to bring Shakespeare to smaller parks and new audiences in underserved neighborhoods. But we don’t just perform in the parks – Backyard Bard is also available for private parties. If you are interested in hosting a performance, contact us at greenstage@greenstage.org.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. 

Click for dates, locations, and showtimes

"Monkey and Francine in the City of Tigers"  Seattle Opera, Various locations and times

This 45-minute opera for youth audiences fuses together folktales from around the world to tell the story of Monkey and his brainy sister, Francine. The siblings must learn to cooperate to escape a hungry crocodile and outwit the greedy Lord of the Tigers. Combining multiple styles of music from Bollywood, Ethiopian jazz, Latin, and classical, this opera shares the timeless message that we all have different strengths, but when we work together, anything is possible.   Multiple free performances are scheduled for the public throughout the Seattle area.

Click for dates, locations, and showtimes

"Pre-Concert Recitals," Seattle Chamber Music Society, Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, Downtown

Throughout the Seattle Chamber Music Festival in July, the Seattle Chamber Music Society hosts a series of free pre-concert recitals in the smaller, upstairs hall at Benaroya Hall.  

Click the link for a list of performers and show times

"Fallen Angels," Burien Actor's Theatre, Various locations in South King County

Fallen Angels a family-friendly comedy by the English playwright Noël Coward, adapted by Rachel Rene

When the love grows but the passion fizzles in Jane and Julia’s respective marriages, the two best friends freak over a sudden visit from the far-out Frenchman they both had flings with before marriage. Can these hilarious, chaos-causing chicks mellow out and get real? A family-friendly, totally ‘70s adaptation of the 1925 classic.

Admission is free, but bring a chair or blanket to sit on.   Click here for dates, times, and locations.

SeattleDances

SeattleDances

https://seattledances.com/

SeattleDances is a web journalism resource used to review and publicize items of interest to dance performances in Seattle, including a thorough calendar of public performances.

In their words:

SeattleDances is an advocacy organization dedicated to supporting Seattle-area dance performance through in-depth journalism and free resources to dance artists and audiences. We are the publication most consistently covering local dance, and have been for over a decade. 

Our site acts as a centralized space for information, including city-wide dance calendar, audition notices, class listings, and historical archives. All our resources are available free of charge and ad-free to all. If able, please consider helping us continue these services through a tax-deductible donation.

Pages of Interest:

Home Page

Calendar

Articles, including all reviews 

July 8 - 14 2024 - All show times have $15 and under options

 

"Two Gentleman of Verona," Wooden O by Seattle Shakespeare Company, Various dates and locations

Put into an elegant court far from home, what do best friends do? Fight over the same girl, of course! Status, friendship, and true hearts collide in this comedy of impulsive love. There is no smooth course to growing up, but with disguises, songs, and a bit with a dog, this story will chart a path straight to your heart.

During the summer months, Seattle Shakespeare Company presents free, outdoor performances of classical plays in parks throughout the Puget Sound region. Grab a picnic, bring your family, and join us for some free Shakespeare in the parks!

Click for locations and showtimes

"Twelfth Night," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Viola, shipwrecked and separated from her twin brother, presumed to be lost at sea, disguises herself as a man named Cesario to navigate the foreign land of Illyria. Caught in a love triangle, Viola (as Cesario) finds herself inadvertently wooing the countess Olivia on behalf of Duke Orsino, while Olivia herself falls for the disguised Viola. As the tangled web of romance unravels, the play culminates in a riotous finale of revelations, reunions, and uproarious laughter, showcasing Shakespeare’s timeless wit and exploration of the complexities of love.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free.

Click for locations and showtimes

"Henry VI," GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

A continuation of Henry VI part 1, Shakespeare’s chronicles of the Wars of the Roses. England is embroiled in political turmoil as the ineffectual King Henry VI struggles to maintain control amidst growing dissent and power struggles among nobles. The rise of the ambitious Richard, Duke of York, sets the stage for a bloody conflict for the throne, as factions vie for supremacy and betrayal lurks at every turn. Amidst treachery, ambition, and shifting allegiances, the fate of England hangs in the balance, with the crown as the ultimate prize in a brutal game of power.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free.

Click for locations and showtimes

"All's Well that Ends Well" and "Julius Caesar," (abridged), GreenStage, Various Dates and Locations

Backyard Bard presents two stripped-down productions of Shakespeare’s plays, each one hour long, and both performed by a small ensemble of versatile actors.

Backyard Bard was born out of a desire to bring Shakespeare to smaller parks and new audiences in underserved neighborhoods. But we don’t just perform in the parks – Backyard Bard is also available for private parties. If you are interested in hosting a performance, contact us at greenstage@greenstage.org.

GreenStage is taking this show to multiple parks all around the Seattle area. All performances are free. 

Click for locations and showtimes

 

"Pre-Concert Recitals," Seattle Chamber Music Society, Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, Downtown

Throughout the Seattle Chamber Music Festival in July, the Seattle Chamber Music Society hosts a series of free pre-concert recitals in the smaller, upstairs hall at Benaroya Hall.  

Click the link for a list of performers and show times

Do206More

 

Do206More

https://dostuffmedia.com/domore

Do206More is a $5 monthly subscription service that lets you claim two comp tickets to events throughout the Seattle area.  Offerings often include, in their words, "concerts, festivals, pop-ups, museums, sports, movie premieres, arts + culture — basically anything that’s fun or cool in your city."

Membership Benefits

At least once every 30 days, but sometimes more often, you are sent an email letting you know that you have a new "Ticket Drop."  You can then click a link in an email, which signs you in and asks to click a button to generate your "Ticket Drop" options.  You are then presented with 4-5 choices of comp tickets in the coming months that you can select from, by pressing the green "claim" button . Your options are held for 45 minutes.  If none of the options work for you, you can let the site now, and in a week you will be given a brand new ticket drop.

Ticket Drop example, not guaranteed result when logging in

Occasional emails are sent to the membership with "Bonus Events."  These generally come up within the next week, and are given a limited amount of time in which they can be claimed.   "Bonus Events" are not subject to limits to the number of tickets that can be claimed in a given time period.

Additionally, the website includes a "Last Minute Tix" section, where they offer up tickets that have not been claimed to events with the next few days.   Members can claim one set of tickets from the "Last Minute Tickets" section every 7 days.

Last Minute Tix Example, not guaranteed result when logging in

In the occurrence that you can no longer attend the event for which you have claimed tickets, you can transfer either your monthly or bonus tickets to another person on the Do206More website.  Last minute tickets are not transferrable.

In the days preceding your event, you will be provided instructions on how to take advantage of your tickets.  For most venues, the tickets are left at will-call and you will be asked to present ID when they are claimed.  

Venues Included

While ticket availability changes per event, shows and events that have been offered recently include:

Seattle SeaWolves (a major league Rugby team), at Starfire Sporks Complex, in Tukwila 

Unexpected Productions (An Improv Theater Company), in Downtown Seattle

The Paramount Theater, in Downtown Seattle

Remingler Farms Concert Series, in Carnation

The Triple Door, in Downtown Seattle

Nectar Lounge, in Fremont

Clock Out Lounge, in West Seattle

The Spanish Ballroom at McMenamins Elks Temple in Tacoma

Chop Suey, in Capitol Hill, Seattle

West Seattle Community Orchestra

 

West Seattle Community Orchestra

P.O. Box 46995 Seattle, WA 98146

https://www.wscorchestras.org/

West Seattle Community Orchestra performs concerts at Chief Sealth International High School, as well as some parks in West Seattle.  It is compromised of volunteer musicians throughout the area, including a large contingent of local students.

A performance by the West Seattle Community Orchestra

In Their Words:

Our mission: WSCO provides community musicians of all ages and abilities with opportunities for performance and growth.

Our Vision: To inspire the enjoyment of music-making through instruction and mentoring in mixed-age ensembles culminating in quality group performances.

Photo from their Instrument Petting Zoo

Programs:

West Seattle Community Orchestra's programs include multiple orchestras that are open to community members across the decades, both students and adults.  They have separate beginning strings ensembles for students and adults, as well as several different ensembles including a full symphony orchestra, a wind symphony, and a concert orchestra.   Their educational outreach includes instrument petting zoos at local community events and community play-a-longs, where anyone from the community can register ahead and play as part of a concert in the park.

Upcoming Events:

Community Play Alongs are scheduled every Tuesday, July 9-30, 2024

Instrument Petting Zoo, Saturday, July 13, at ArtsWest

Affordable Ticket Options

Admission to all performances is free.

July 1 - 7 2024 - All show times have $15 and under options

 

"Two Gentleman of Verona," Wooden O by Seattle Shakespeare Company, Various dates and locations

Put into an elegant court far from home, what do best friends do? Fight over the same girl, of course! Status, friendship, and true hearts collide in this comedy of impulsive love. There is no smooth course to growing up, but with disguises, songs, and a bit with a dog, this story will chart a path straight to your heart.

During the summer months, Seattle Shakespeare Company presents free, outdoor performances of classical plays in parks throughout the Puget Sound region. Grab a picnic, bring your family, and join us for some free Shakespeare in the parks!

Click the link for locations and times

Seattle Chamber Music Society and The Concert Truck, Various locations and times

Come this Summer and experience the magic and excitement of Seattle Chamber Music Society concerts put on wheels. SCMS musicians will join Concert Truck artists to play a series of concerts throughout the region, free and open to the public in neighborhoods, parks, and markets near you! Stay tuned for more details!

All Concerts are Free.  Scroll down on the website to the second set of listings for the SCMS for the July 1 and 2 concerts. For Various Dates and Times, check https://www.theconcerttruck.org/events

"Pre-Concert Recitals," Seattle Chamber Music Society, Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall, Downtown

Throughout the Seattle Chamber Music Festival in July, the Seattle Chamber Music Society hosts a series of free pre-concert recitals in the smaller, upstairs hall at Benaroya Hall.  

Click the link for a list of performers and show times