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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Appropriate, Seattle Rep
Remember that play where family gets together and old secrets and grievances come up and everyone involved loses it? This...
Les Misérables, Paramount Theatre
The drama! The suffering!  The humanity! The struggles of 19th century French peasants set to music, Les Misérables, is back...
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...
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...
Fellow Travelers, Seattle Opera
I was pleasantly surprised by how much I loved Fellow Travelers. Contemporary operas can be hit or miss for me....
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...
The Wiz – Paramount Theatre
The touring, modern revival of The Wiz had its first stop in Seattle. The Wiz has a lot going for...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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....
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,...
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...
Fancy Dancer, Seattle Rep
Fancy Dancer is a one woman show written and performed by playwright and former ballerina Larissa FastHorse. I went into...
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...
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...