Paramount Theater
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Theater
911 Pine St
Seattle,
Washington 98101
(206) 467-5510
Didn't think Seattle would have such nice theater - I love the interior decor, the old style...
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Didn't think Seattle would have such nice theater - I love the interior decor, the old style building. Seatings are nice, and front rows on the second floor I think gets better view than MF. I went for Jason Mraz's concert and Stomp. Great experience. Lots of paid parkings near by. Free road side parking after 6pm but you'd have to drive around.
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I'm a long time fan of improv and comedy writing. It's painfully obvious someone from Jet City...
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I'm a long time fan of improv and comedy writing. It's painfully obvious someone from Jet City wrote those negative reviews about Unexpected Productions who is by far the superior company when it comes to actually improvising. Unexpected Productions revolutionized improv in Seattle. They are the reason companies like Jet City Improv exist! Whenever I'm in Seattle (which isn't as often as it used to be) I try to see an improv show. Unexpected Productions Theater Sports show is the one I recommend, hands down! Especially if you're an adult, although I've seen this group handle an audience with kids in it too. The last time I saw it there was a birthday party of kids and a birthday party for a 40 year old along with two bachelorette parties. The Theater Sports cast handled everyone with professionalism and showmanship, being sure to tease everyone as well. They even ripped into an obnoxious heckler in a very entertaining way by shutting him up and getting his friends to laugh at his stupidity! I will always be grateful to Unexpected Productions for the years of great memories they've given me and will hopefully continue to give me in the years to come.
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i used to go all the time when I was in college, and then just recently i went and saw them again....
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i used to go all the time when I was in college, and then just recently i went and saw them again. they have their won theater now, and shows are even better than before, because there is video and music and all kinds of production values. don't bother with anyone else. jet city is the best.
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Jet City Improv
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Theater
5510 University Way NE
Seattle,
Washington 98101
(206) 781-3879
Very funny, and touching, and just plain great!
Very funny, and touching, and just plain great!
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Century Ballroom
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Restaurants
915 E Pine St
Seattle,
Washington 98122
(206) 324-7263
I have to admit I'm biased -- I've been taking classes with Hallie Kuperman every couple of years...
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I have to admit I'm biased -- I've been taking classes with Hallie Kuperman every couple of years since before she even owned the Century Ballroom. But to me it is the best place in Seattle to go for a romantic evening out. What could be better than having a nice dinner (the menu is limited, but everything I've had has been very good), white tablecloths and all, then twirling 'round the floor with your girl (or guy) in your arms?
Despite being a lesbian-owned business on Capitol Hill, the Century is dominated most evenings by hetero couples. Not that there's anything wrong with that, but I am very happy that Hallie recently added gay nights to the schedule. OutDancing happens on the third and fourth Friday of every month, and features a wide variety of dance music, from salsa and swing to two-step and disco. The crowd tends to be mostly women (including a lot of familiar faces from the Timberline, may it rest in peace), but there are several male regulars as well. There are plenty of people to fill the room with energy, but it is not nearly as crowded and sweaty as the popular salsa nights.
Don't know how to swing? Scared by salsa? Not to fear. There are classes before each dance, as well as a regular schedule of classes that meet several weeks in a row, and the instructors are great.
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Showbox Music Club
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Night Clubs
1426 1st Ave
Seattle,
Washington 98101
(206) 628-3151
The Showbox is my favorite venue to see shows in Seattle (though I hear good things about the...
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The Showbox is my favorite venue to see shows in Seattle (though I hear good things about the Firehouse). The place is a lot less smoky than El Corozone (or whatever they are calling it these days) and they have some pretty decent bands there, including the most rocking Mighty Mighty Bosstones show on the coast. Check it out.
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austin james turned in another great performance!
1 year ago
austin james turned in another great performance!
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Pacific Northwest Ballet performs Jewels.
Wow, what a superb performance! Tonight we went to...
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Pacific Northwest Ballet performs Jewels.
Wow, what a superb performance! Tonight we went to see Jewels, a Balanchine choreographed set of dances set to Faure, Stravinsky and Tchaikovsky.
But first, a quick side note: I like the glitter and symmetry and pretty colors, and all, but I have to say after the first 45 minutes of a traditional ballet I have had my fill. One more Nutcracker and I'll.... oh never mind.
But the new director, Peter Boal, has really done some great work with the PNB, and tonight's performance was an excellent example. The three dances, Emeralds, Rubies and Diamonds, were each very different. Rubies was by far my favorite - the dancers actually looked notatall bored and were truly stretching their talents and the art.
I had heard that the old PNB set of fans ditched the ballet company when the old directors left and Boal came. Granted Boal is a mere "kid" at age 39, but he has really done something wonderful.
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Born Yesterday is a comedy mixing politics and to some degree feminism written by Garson KAnin,...
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Born Yesterday is a comedy mixing politics and to some degree feminism written by Garson KAnin, the great playright that was married to the marvelous Ruth Gordon.
This is a good play to see at ACT and just opened last week. It runs from June 17th to July 17th. We saw it last Sunday at a preview and it was truly entertaining.
The woman who plays Bilie Dawn (Judy Holliday's character on Broadway) is outstanding if not superb in the role. She has amazing comedic timing and will have you laughing and wanting more. She uses her face to express more than just words and is too funny for words.
The supporting cast is good too; especially Rochard Ziman who plays Harry Brock, R. Hamilton Wright and PAul Morgan. Harry's character plays wonderfully against Billie.
The Allen Theater in the round means its hard to find a bad seat. If you've never been to act this is a good play to try out. Try and get the closest seats you can.
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I love the Paramount. There's not a bad seat in the house - the acoustics are terrific,...
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I love the Paramount. There's not a bad seat in the house - the acoustics are terrific, regardless of where you're sitting and the theater itself is really beautiful. It's really lavishly restored and it feels luxurios and intimate all at the same time. The theatre is in a good location - head to the Oceanaire for an after theatre meal that will knock your socks off!
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