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If you want to see a plays once in a while, you should check out this theater. The prices are...
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If you want to see a plays once in a while, you should check out this theater. The prices are decent, and the seating is not bad. The theater is a bit small compared to the Hollywood type ones, but then it also means that the seats are closer to the actors. I got a chance to check out the backstage stuff, and it was very interesting. If you want, ask to see where they make their props, and you'll see all kinds of interesting but unused objects.
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Giggles is funnier than you'd think...apparently it's funnier than they thought too--...
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Giggles is funnier than you'd think...apparently it's funnier than they thought too-- "Giggles" isn't exactly the peak of comedy, but it's a good start. Maybe that's how it is for performers who go there. While Giggles doesn't pull the big names, it does get a great number of up and coming comedians and comedians who are big, but never quite made the cut at prime time. For their generally cheap prices, however, these shows are worthwhile, especially when you usually get a voucher for another show for free. The room "where the magic happens" is not the green room because as I said, these are not big names, it is the main room where the comedy goes on, and this room is small enough to keep the environment personal, no matter where you sit. The only real drawback is that of all comedy clubs: the drink minimums. The bread and butter of comedy and strip clubs, drink minimums are always annoying, but a necessary evil to see some live comedy. Some say that it's to help the performers since the audience will inevitably get at least a little gigglier, but more so it helps the owner's, because let's face it, Open Mic Night is not exactly built on a foundation of undiscovered comedy genius. Still, for 6 bucks, it's worth going and seeing some new talent (which do exist) and some older talents who will make you more than giggle...especially with the two drink minimum.
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Artswest
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Arts & Crafts Organizations & Information
4711 California Ave SW
Seattle,
Washington 98116
(206) 938-0963
I enjoy going to neighborhood plays/musicals (in West Seattle) however a part of me aches to go...
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I enjoy going to neighborhood plays/musicals (in West Seattle) however a part of me aches to go into Arts West. Its just too clausterphobic and the seats are too uncomfortable.
They really need a makeover to make a few revisions to the layout as unless you are in the front row or are on and row's ending you are likely going to feel the same way.
I will likely continue to go regardless of where I end up but an upgrade would make this place so much more enjoyable.
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Shakespeare, the dramatic staple throughout history, is constantly being reinvented with this...
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Shakespeare, the dramatic staple throughout history, is constantly being reinvented with this great Seattle Center troupe. The plays range from the well-known Romeo and Juliet to lesser-known Shakespeare such as Love's Labours Lost. The directors are artists in that they can take dated texts and apply them to modern settings, atmospheres, and contexts. For example, last season's "The Taming of the Shrew" was an all-male cast! The gender implications of this play were vivified and magnified with this great directing risk. As always, the actors are top-notch dramatists well-known throughout the Seattle theater-world.
If you're looking to save a buck, special pre-premier shows give great rates and excellent, near-perfect productions. Check listings before the shows are reviewed in the papers to get on the special post-production, pre-premier nights.
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I recently had Second Wind play at my wedding and recommend them as a great dance band. I...
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I recently had Second Wind play at my wedding and recommend them as a great dance band. I listened to many bands and picked Second Wind because of the lead singer. I liked his voice and new I wouldn't be cringing while the band played some of our favorite songs (highly likely with other local bands!!!). They play a good variety of classic rock (a little new stuff), swing and standards. If you give them enough warning and provide sheet music, they can practice new stuff ahead of time. They are about the same price as other dance bands I looked into. We had the 6-piece band, but they can also provide more horns for a 10- piece band. They really got the dance floor moving and we received many compliments from our guests on our choice.
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I like Lo-Fi as a place to see live music. It has a nice interior with wood floors and a nice...
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I like Lo-Fi as a place to see live music. It has a nice interior with wood floors and a nice view of the downtown from where it's located on Eastlake. They sometimes have good experimental music acts here. They serve drinks, too, and you can get some really nice sake here.
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Gallery 1412
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Theater
18th & Union
Seattle,
Washington 98101
(206) 322-1533
Gallery 1412, in the space that used to be the Polestar Music Gallery is a great place to see live...
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Gallery 1412, in the space that used to be the Polestar Music Gallery is a great place to see live experimental music, mostly improvisational. It's a small place, and the focus is entirely on the music, as they don't serve food or drinks. It's nice to have somewhere to go where you can focus on listening to the music without distractions.
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Theatre Schmeater
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Theater
1500 Summit Ave.
Seattle,
Washington 98122
(206) .32-4.5801
Schmeater's mission is to provide good plays to general audiences and foster a love of theatre in...
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Schmeater's mission is to provide good plays to general audiences and foster a love of theatre in future generations. At 10 dollars a ticket for general admission, this is a fun and inexpensive place to bring a bunch of friends on a Saturday night. The "Ninjas and Nuns" episode of the "Money and Run" series is not to be missed.
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On the Boards
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Theater Ticket Agencies
100 W Roy St
Seattle,
Washington 98119
(206) 217-9888
I have been seeing shows at OTB for a number of years and I have mostly been pleased. Thier dance...
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I have been seeing shows at OTB for a number of years and I have mostly been pleased. Thier dance and theater selections are generally the only game in town if you want to see out-of-town cutting edge dance and theater. I am a big fan of thier regular season. Thier NWNW series is a bit hit or miss in my opinion. I am sometimes confounded as to thier selection criteria (disclaimer in the interest of disclosure, I have applied for this series a number of times) but have found some real gems in each year that I have gone to the festival.
I am also discouraged recently at their inclusion of greater amounts of music in their season, I mean do we REALLY need more music venue's in seattle? There are few venues that produce cutting edge dance and theater in Seattle, I just don't see the need to give up this real estate for another 'ubiquitously Seattle' music venue.
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Seattle Public Theatre
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Theater Ticket Agencies
7312 W Green Lake Dr N
Seattle,
Washington 98103
(206) 524-1300
We saw two shows there last year: the Santaland Diaries and Three Tall Women. Both shows were...
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We saw two shows there last year: the Santaland Diaries and Three Tall Women. Both shows were somewhat flawed but pretty entertaining, and at the $20 ticket price and with intimate seating, it's a nice little place to see a play. It's right by Green Lake so it's possible to take a little walk during the intermission or before the play.
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