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Ragtime, Lincoln Center Theater at the Vivian Beaumont, New York City

It was the musicOf something beginning,An era exploding,A century spinningIn riches and rags,And in rhythm and rhyme.The people called it...
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Phantom of the Opera, Paramount Theatre

Dark romance. Yearning with a healthy dash of stalking. Extravagant sets. Beautiful music that stands on its own. Phantom of...
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Becky Shaw, Second Stage The Hayes Theater, New York City

Becky Shaw is a smart, funny, dark-comedy with some outstanding performances that is flying a little under the radar this...
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Chess, Imperial Theatre, New York City

Take a hefty dose of pop music sung by broadway powerhouses, add some intrigue, messy characters and a cold war...
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Carmen, Seattle Opera

Seattle Opera ends its season with a crowd favorite: Carmen! Bizet’s music is well known, even if you don’t know...
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Appropriate, Seattle Rep

Remember that play where family gets together and old secrets and grievances come up and everyone involved loses it?  This...
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Les Misérables, Paramount Theatre

The drama! The suffering!  The humanity! The struggles of 19th century French peasants set to music, Les Misérables, is back...
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Ain’t Misbehavin’, Taproot Theatre

I love the Roaring 20s. Art Deco! Jazz! Flapper Dresses!  Sure, prohibition was a thing, but that’s why there were...
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The Notebook, Paramount Theatre

Confession time: I’ve never seen the movie The Notebook. I love romance, but Nicholas Sparks just always seemed too cloying...
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Fellow Travelers, Seattle Opera

I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved Fellow Travelers. Contemporary operas can be hit or miss for me....
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Ballet Folklóico de México – Palacio de Bellas Artes

I’ve saved the best for last. You didn’t think I would go to Mexico City and not see a show...
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The Wiz – Paramount Theatre

The touring, modern revival of The Wiz had its first stop in Seattle. The Wiz has a lot going for...
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Monty Python’s Spamalot – Fifth Avenue Theater

I have to confess, I’m not a huge Monty Python fan. I don’t dislike them, I just haven’t seen the...
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Here There are Blueberries – Seattle Rep

I really enjoyed this show. It was so powerful, generating big questions about humanity, morality, and life. I’m still thinking...
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The Neil Diamond Musical A Beautiful Noise – Paramount Theatre

The Neil Diamond Musical A Beautiful Noise was a rousing good time. It’s songs by Neil Diamond, so high energy,...
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The Heart Sellers – Seattle Rep

I do enjoy a small, intimate show. Yes, I love extravagant sets and big dance numbers, but I have room...
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Come From Away, Seattle Rep

For its 10th anniversary, Come From Away is back at The Seattle Rep! I’ve seen this show about planes diverted...
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Elf, The Musical, The Fifth Ave Theatre

I love going to the December show at the 5th Ave. It’s usually a Christmas themed show and very festive....
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Chicago, 5th Ave Theatre

This is my first time seeing this iconic show! Chicago is famous for a reason: well-known catchy songs, vivid characters,...
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The Pirates of Penzance, Seattle Opera

This is Seattle Opera’s first Gilbert and Sullivan production. Hopefully it won’t be the last, because it was wonderful. The...
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Fancy Dancer, Seattle Rep

Fancy Dancer is a one woman show written and performed by playwright and former ballerina Larissa FastHorse. I went into...
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SUFFS, The Firth Avenue Theater, Seattle

Excited to see the launch of the SUFFS National tour in Seattle. I loved this show on broadway and loved...
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The Play That Goes Wrong, Seattle Rep

Kicking off a new theater season with a comedy at the Rep! I’ve seen this show before, but it’s just...
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