Stage
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Monday, April 27, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Monday, April 27, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Monday, April 27, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Monday, April 27, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 7:30pm
H.P. Lovecraft: Stand-Up Comedian! The cult horror author gets a comedy-club spin. “Can Howie pull off one last sold-out gig before the human race is destroyed?” Opens April 28. 8 p.m. Tues.-Wed. Ends May 13. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Tuesday, April 28, 2015, 8pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Bus Stop William Inge’s play throws strangers together during a snowstorm. Previews April 22-23, opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 3. Jones Playhouse, 4045 University Way N.E. $10-$18 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Lizard Boy A monster with strange powers emerges from the ashes of Mt. St. Helens. Is he a superhero or a freak? Find out in Justin Huertas’ rock musical. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 2. [See Gavin Borchert’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957786-129/lizard-boy-growing-up-gay-again” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$67 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Wednesday, April 29, 2015
Jay Hollingsworth’s True Story Hollingsworth asks visiting and local comics to actually explain the stories behind their supposedly true stories. 7:30 p.m., last Wednesday of every month. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue see website Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 7:30pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 7:30pm
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 7:30pm
H.P. Lovecraft: Stand-Up Comedian! The cult horror author gets a comedy-club spin. “Can Howie pull off one last sold-out gig before the human race is destroyed?” Opens April 28. 8 p.m. Tues.-Wed. Ends May 13. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 8pm
Duo Comedy Showcase Unexpected Productions presents comedians two at a time, 8:30 p.m. Wed. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $5 Wednesday, April 29, 2015, 8:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Bus Stop William Inge’s play throws strangers together during a snowstorm. Previews April 22-23, opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 3. Jones Playhouse, 4045 University Way N.E. $10-$18 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Thursday, April 30, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Che/The Gate Leonard D. Goodisman’s pair of one-acts. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 9. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., Seattle $12-$25 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Thursday, April 30, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Lizard Boy A monster with strange powers emerges from the ashes of Mt. St. Helens. Is he a superhero or a freak? Find out in Justin Huertas’ rock musical. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 2. [See Gavin Borchert’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957786-129/lizard-boy-growing-up-gay-again” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$67 Thursday, April 30, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Thursday, April 30, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Thursday, April 30, 2015
The Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber’s touring musical features all the hit songs, plus revamped stagecraft. Opens April 30. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 8 p.m. Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1 & 6:30 p.m. Sun., plus 1 p.m. May 1 & 7. Ends May 24. The Paramount, 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 $30 and up Thursday, April 30, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Thursday, April 30, 2015
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Thursday, April 30, 2015, 7:30pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Thursday, April 30, 2015, 7:30pm
The Caucasian Chalk Circle Bertolt Brecht’s political allegory. (I know, that doesn’t exactly narrow it down.) 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sun.; also 7:30 p.m. Mon., April 20 and 2 p.m. Sun., April 26. Ends May 2. The Ballard Underground, 2220 N.W. Market St., Seattle $12-$15 Thursday, April 30, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Thursday, April 30, 2015, 8pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Thursday, April 30, 2015, 8pm
Openly We Carry/Carry We Openly Paul Mullin and Nick Stokes explore American gun culture in this double bill. Opens April 23. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Ends May 9. Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave. S. $14-$16 Thursday, April 30, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Thursday, April 30, 2015, 8pm
Alice in Wonderland Andre Gregory’s avant-garde take on Carroll, from 1970. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 3. Stone Soup Theatre, 4029 Stone Way N. $15-$25 Friday, May 1, 2015
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Friday, May 1, 2015
Bus Stop William Inge’s play throws strangers together during a snowstorm. Previews April 22-23, opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 3. Jones Playhouse, 4045 University Way N.E. $10-$18 Friday, May 1, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Friday, May 1, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Friday, May 1, 2015
Che/The Gate Leonard D. Goodisman’s pair of one-acts. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 9. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., Seattle $12-$25 Friday, May 1, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Friday, May 1, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Friday, May 1, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Friday, May 1, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Friday, May 1, 2015
Flushed In his solo show, Stokley Towles assumes the character of Ron, a treatment plant manager, to explore the question of sewage. (“Produced by 4Culture in partnership with King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division.”) Opens April 25. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon Sun. Ends May 10. New City Theater, 1404 18th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122 $10-$15 Friday, May 1, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Friday, May 1, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Friday, May 1, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Friday, May 1, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Friday, May 1, 2015
Lizard Boy A monster with strange powers emerges from the ashes of Mt. St. Helens. Is he a superhero or a freak? Find out in Justin Huertas’ rock musical. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 2. [See Gavin Borchert’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957786-129/lizard-boy-growing-up-gay-again” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$67 Friday, May 1, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Friday, May 1, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Friday, May 1, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Friday, May 1, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Friday, May 1, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Friday, May 1, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Friday, May 1, 2015
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe A stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia tale. Opens April 24. 7 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 10. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island $10-$17 Friday, May 1, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Friday, May 1, 2015
Nick Offerman & Megan Mullally America’s most awesome showbiz couple bring an evening of music and comedy. Their “Summer of 69: No Apostrophe” Tour makes it quite clear they’re not referring to the year. The Moore, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $37.50 Friday, May 1, 2015, 7pm
PROK Open Mike Sign up for this generally zany and enjoyable evening, when professionals are also known to drop by. The People’s Republic Kafe, 1718 12th Ave., Seattle Free Friday, May 1, 2015, 7pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Friday, May 1, 2015, 7:30pm
Tape Gilmore Acting Studio gives Stephen Belber’s 1999 play perhaps the least informative but nevertheless intriguing plot description ever: “It follows classical unities of action, time, and space, featuring three characters in a single plot narrative regarding their differing perspectives of past events, in one unbroken period of real time, in a single motel-room set.” Opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 23. Gilmore Acting Studio, 2220 N.W. Market St. $24 Friday, May 1, 2015, 7:30pm
The Caucasian Chalk Circle Bertolt Brecht’s political allegory. (I know, that doesn’t exactly narrow it down.) 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sun.; also 7:30 p.m. Mon., April 20 and 2 p.m. Sun., April 26. Ends May 2. The Ballard Underground, 2220 N.W. Market St., Seattle $12-$15 Friday, May 1, 2015, 7:30pm
The Tall Girls Young women seek to escape the Dust Bowl via basketball in WET’s presentation of a new play by Meg Miroshnik. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Mon. Ends May 18. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $15-$25 Friday, May 1, 2015, 7:30pm
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Friday, May 1, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Friday, May 1, 2015, 8pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Friday, May 1, 2015, 8pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. [See Nicole Sprinkle’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/958076-129/cafe-nordos-first-production-in-its” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Friday, May 1, 2015, 8pm
Openly We Carry/Carry We Openly Paul Mullin and Nick Stokes explore American gun culture in this double bill. Opens April 23. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Ends May 9. Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave. S. $14-$16 Friday, May 1, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Friday, May 1, 2015, 8pm
Nick Offerman & Megan Mullally America’s most awesome showbiz couple bring an evening of music and comedy. Their “Summer of 69: No Apostrophe” Tour makes it quite clear they’re not referring to the year. The Moore, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98101 $37.50 Friday, May 1, 2015, 9:30pm
TheatreSports Unexpected Productions’ long-running (since 1983!) improv comedy show, pitting two teams against each other in front of a panel of judges. 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $15 Friday, May 1, 2015, 10:30pm
Spin the Bottle Annex Theatre’s late-night variety show. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Friday, May 1, 2015, 11pm
Spin the Bottle The April edition of Annex Theatre’s late-night variety show promises “exquisite and intricate music,” “theatrical commentary on corporate-ness,” and much more. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Friday, May 1, 2015, 11pm
Alice in Wonderland Andre Gregory’s avant-garde take on Carroll, from 1970. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 3. Stone Soup Theatre, 4029 Stone Way N. $15-$25 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Bus Stop William Inge’s play throws strangers together during a snowstorm. Previews April 22-23, opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 3. Jones Playhouse, 4045 University Way N.E. $10-$18 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Saturday, May 2, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Che/The Gate Leonard D. Goodisman’s pair of one-acts. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 9. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., Seattle $12-$25 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Saturday, May 2, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Flushed In his solo show, Stokley Towles assumes the character of Ron, a treatment plant manager, to explore the question of sewage. (“Produced by 4Culture in partnership with King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division.”) Opens April 25. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon Sun. Ends May 10. New City Theater, 1404 18th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122 $10-$15 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Saturday, May 2, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Lizard Boy A monster with strange powers emerges from the ashes of Mt. St. Helens. Is he a superhero or a freak? Find out in Justin Huertas’ rock musical. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 2. [See Gavin Borchert’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957786-129/lizard-boy-growing-up-gay-again” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$67 Saturday, May 2, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Saturday, May 2, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Saturday, May 2, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Saturday, May 2, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’ play dramatizes the origins of the Vietnam War. Opens May 2. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 10. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $10-$25 Saturday, May 2, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Saturday, May 2, 2015
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe A stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia tale. Opens April 24. 7 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 10. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island $10-$17 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Saturday, May 2, 2015
Saturday Morning Cartoons Kids’ play ideas are brought to life by adult playwrights and actors in this omnibus. 10:30 a.m. Sat. Ends May 9. Pocket Theater, 8312 Greenwood Ave. N. $5-$14 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 10:30am
R.A.F.T. That stands for Rabbits Afloat From Thuringia in Jonah Von Spreecken and Ali el-Gasseir’s all-ages live-action cartoon series about two bunnies’ seagoing adventures (with special adult performances 10:30 p.m. Fri., May 8 & 22). Opens May 2. 11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 24. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 11am
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 3pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 7:30pm
Tape Gilmore Acting Studio gives Stephen Belber’s 1999 play perhaps the least informative but nevertheless intriguing plot description ever: “It follows classical unities of action, time, and space, featuring three characters in a single plot narrative regarding their differing perspectives of past events, in one unbroken period of real time, in a single motel-room set.” Opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 23. Gilmore Acting Studio, 2220 N.W. Market St. $24 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 7:30pm
The Caucasian Chalk Circle Bertolt Brecht’s political allegory. (I know, that doesn’t exactly narrow it down.) 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Sun.; also 7:30 p.m. Mon., April 20 and 2 p.m. Sun., April 26. Ends May 2. The Ballard Underground, 2220 N.W. Market St., Seattle $12-$15 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 7:30pm
The Edge Bainbridge Island’s own improv troupe. Bainbridge Performing Arts, 200 Madison Ave. N., Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 $12-$16 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 7:30pm
The Edge Bainbridge Island’s own improv troupe. Bainbridge Performing Arts, 200 Madison Ave. N., Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 $12-$16 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 7:30pm
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Saturday, May 2, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 8pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. [See Nicole Sprinkle’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/958076-129/cafe-nordos-first-production-in-its” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Saturday, May 2, 2015, 8pm
Openly We Carry/Carry We Openly Paul Mullin and Nick Stokes explore American gun culture in this double bill. Opens April 23. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Ends May 9. Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave. S. $14-$16 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Saturday, May 2, 2015, 8pm
TheatreSports Unexpected Productions’ long-running (since 1983!) improv comedy show, pitting two teams against each other in front of a panel of judges. 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $15 Saturday, May 2, 2015, 10:30pm
Alice in Wonderland Andre Gregory’s avant-garde take on Carroll, from 1970. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 3. Stone Soup Theatre, 4029 Stone Way N. $15-$25 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Bus Stop William Inge’s play throws strangers together during a snowstorm. Previews April 22-23, opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 3. Jones Playhouse, 4045 University Way N.E. $10-$18 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Sunday, May 3, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Che/The Gate Leonard D. Goodisman’s pair of one-acts. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 9. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., Seattle $12-$25 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Flushed In his solo show, Stokley Towles assumes the character of Ron, a treatment plant manager, to explore the question of sewage. (“Produced by 4Culture in partnership with King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division.”) Opens April 25. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon Sun. Ends May 10. New City Theater, 1404 18th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122 $10-$15 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Sunday, May 3, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Sunday, May 3, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Sunday, May 3, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Sunday, May 3, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Sunday, May 3, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’ play dramatizes the origins of the Vietnam War. Opens May 2. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 10. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $10-$25 Sunday, May 3, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Sunday, May 3, 2015
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe A stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia tale. Opens April 24. 7 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 10. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island $10-$17 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Sunday, May 3, 2015
Mama Mia! This 30-minute ABBA sendup is part of the “Mimosas With Mama” drag brunch. Narwhal, 1118 E. Pike St., Seattle $15-$20 Sunday, May 3, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Sunday, May 3, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Sunday, May 3, 2015, 3pm
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Sunday, May 3, 2015, 5pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Sunday, May 3, 2015, 7:30pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Sunday, May 3, 2015, 7:30pm
Weird and Awesome With Emmett Montgomery “A monthly parade [every first Sunday] of wonder and awkward sharing hosted and curated by mustache wizard Emmett Montgomery. 7:30 p.m. first Sunday of every month. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Sunday, May 3, 2015, 7:30pm
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Monday, May 4, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Monday, May 4, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Monday, May 4, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Monday, May 4, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Monday, May 4, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Monday, May 4, 2015
Pagliacci Comedy Night Local and national comics, every first Monday. Beer and wine will be available with ID. 8 p.m., first Monday of every month. Pagliacci Pizza, 426 Broadway Ave. E., Seattle, WA 98102 Free Monday, May 4, 2015, 8pm
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Tuesday, May 5, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Tuesday, May 5, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Tuesday, May 5, 2015
H.P. Lovecraft: Stand-Up Comedian! The cult horror author gets a comedy-club spin. “Can Howie pull off one last sold-out gig before the human race is destroyed?” Opens April 28. 8 p.m. Tues.-Wed. Ends May 13. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Tuesday, May 5, 2015, 8pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Wednesday, May 6, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Wednesday, May 6, 2015
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 7:30pm
Three Ring Circus A new stand-up/improv/sketch comedy show, every first Wednesday. The Grotto at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave. $5 Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 7:30pm
H.P. Lovecraft: Stand-Up Comedian! The cult horror author gets a comedy-club spin. “Can Howie pull off one last sold-out gig before the human race is destroyed?” Opens April 28. 8 p.m. Tues.-Wed. Ends May 13. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 8pm
Duo Comedy Showcase Unexpected Productions presents comedians two at a time, 8:30 p.m. Wed. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $5 Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 8:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Thursday, May 7, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Che/The Gate Leonard D. Goodisman’s pair of one-acts. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 9. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., Seattle $12-$25 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Complex Movements: Beware of the Dandelions An interactive “pod” performance in which small audiences (limit 35) become survivors in a post-apocalyptic community. Runs Thurs.-Sun. April 16-19 & May 7-10; see ontheboards.org for exact schedule. On the Boards, 100 W. Roy St. $12-$23 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Thursday, May 7, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Thursday, May 7, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Thursday, May 7, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Thursday, May 7, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Thursday, May 7, 2015
The Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber’s touring musical features all the hit songs, plus revamped stagecraft. Opens April 30. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 8 p.m. Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1 & 6:30 p.m. Sun., plus 1 p.m. May 1 & 7. Ends May 24. The Paramount, 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 $30 and up Thursday, May 7, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Thursday, May 7, 2015
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Thursday, May 7, 2015, 7:30pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Thursday, May 7, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Thursday, May 7, 2015, 8pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Thursday, May 7, 2015, 8pm
Openly We Carry/Carry We Openly Paul Mullin and Nick Stokes explore American gun culture in this double bill. Opens April 23. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Ends May 9. Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave. S. $14-$16 Thursday, May 7, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Thursday, May 7, 2015, 8pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Friday, May 8, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Friday, May 8, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Friday, May 8, 2015
Che/The Gate Leonard D. Goodisman’s pair of one-acts. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 9. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., Seattle $12-$25 Friday, May 8, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Friday, May 8, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Friday, May 8, 2015
Complex Movements: Beware of the Dandelions An interactive “pod” performance in which small audiences (limit 35) become survivors in a post-apocalyptic community. Runs Thurs.-Sun. April 16-19 & May 7-10; see ontheboards.org for exact schedule. On the Boards, 100 W. Roy St. $12-$23 Friday, May 8, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Friday, May 8, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Friday, May 8, 2015
Flushed In his solo show, Stokley Towles assumes the character of Ron, a treatment plant manager, to explore the question of sewage. (“Produced by 4Culture in partnership with King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division.”) Opens April 25. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon Sun. Ends May 10. New City Theater, 1404 18th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122 $10-$15 Friday, May 8, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Friday, May 8, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Friday, May 8, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Friday, May 8, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Friday, May 8, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Friday, May 8, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Friday, May 8, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Friday, May 8, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Friday, May 8, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Friday, May 8, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Friday, May 8, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’ play dramatizes the origins of the Vietnam War. Opens May 2. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 10. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $10-$25 Friday, May 8, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Friday, May 8, 2015
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe A stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia tale. Opens April 24. 7 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 10. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island $10-$17 Friday, May 8, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Friday, May 8, 2015
PROK Open Mike Sign up for this generally zany and enjoyable evening, when professionals are also known to drop by. The People’s Republic Kafe, 1718 12th Ave., Seattle Free Friday, May 8, 2015, 7pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Friday, May 8, 2015, 7:30pm
Tape Gilmore Acting Studio gives Stephen Belber’s 1999 play perhaps the least informative but nevertheless intriguing plot description ever: “It follows classical unities of action, time, and space, featuring three characters in a single plot narrative regarding their differing perspectives of past events, in one unbroken period of real time, in a single motel-room set.” Opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 23. Gilmore Acting Studio, 2220 N.W. Market St. $24 Friday, May 8, 2015, 7:30pm
The Tall Girls Young women seek to escape the Dust Bowl via basketball in WET’s presentation of a new play by Meg Miroshnik. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Mon. Ends May 18. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $15-$25 Friday, May 8, 2015, 7:30pm
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Friday, May 8, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Friday, May 8, 2015, 8pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Friday, May 8, 2015, 8pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. [See Nicole Sprinkle’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/958076-129/cafe-nordos-first-production-in-its” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Friday, May 8, 2015, 8pm
Openly We Carry/Carry We Openly Paul Mullin and Nick Stokes explore American gun culture in this double bill. Opens April 23. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Ends May 9. Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave. S. $14-$16 Friday, May 8, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Friday, May 8, 2015, 8pm
R.A.F.T. That stands for Rabbits Afloat From Thuringia in Jonah Von Spreecken and Ali el-Gasseir’s all-ages live-action cartoon series about two bunnies’ seagoing adventures (with special adult performances 10:30 p.m. Fri., May 8 & 22). Opens May 2. 11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 24. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Friday, May 8, 2015, 10:30pm
TheatreSports Unexpected Productions’ long-running (since 1983!) improv comedy show, pitting two teams against each other in front of a panel of judges. 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $15 Friday, May 8, 2015, 10:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Saturday, May 9, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Che/The Gate Leonard D. Goodisman’s pair of one-acts. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 9. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., Seattle $12-$25 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Saturday, May 9, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Complex Movements: Beware of the Dandelions An interactive “pod” performance in which small audiences (limit 35) become survivors in a post-apocalyptic community. Runs Thurs.-Sun. April 16-19 & May 7-10; see ontheboards.org for exact schedule. On the Boards, 100 W. Roy St. $12-$23 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Dinosaurs Before Dark This adaptation of Mary Pope Osborne’s children’s book transports Jack and Annie back in time. Way back.
7 p.m. May 1, 2, 8; 3 p.m. May 3 & 9. Renton Civic Theatre, 507 S. Third St., Renton, WA 98057 $12 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Flushed In his solo show, Stokley Towles assumes the character of Ron, a treatment plant manager, to explore the question of sewage. (“Produced by 4Culture in partnership with King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division.”) Opens April 25. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon Sun. Ends May 10. New City Theater, 1404 18th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122 $10-$15 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Saturday, May 9, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Saturday, May 9, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Saturday, May 9, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Saturday, May 9, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Saturday, May 9, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Saturday, May 9, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’ play dramatizes the origins of the Vietnam War. Opens May 2. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 10. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $10-$25 Saturday, May 9, 2015
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe A stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia tale. Opens April 24. 7 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 10. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island $10-$17 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Saturday, May 9, 2015
Saturday Morning Cartoons Kids’ play ideas are brought to life by adult playwrights and actors in this omnibus. 10:30 a.m. Sat. Ends May 9. Pocket Theater, 8312 Greenwood Ave. N. $5-$14 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 10:30am
R.A.F.T. That stands for Rabbits Afloat From Thuringia in Jonah Von Spreecken and Ali el-Gasseir’s all-ages live-action cartoon series about two bunnies’ seagoing adventures (with special adult performances 10:30 p.m. Fri., May 8 & 22). Opens May 2. 11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 24. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 11am
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 3pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 7:30pm
Tape Gilmore Acting Studio gives Stephen Belber’s 1999 play perhaps the least informative but nevertheless intriguing plot description ever: “It follows classical unities of action, time, and space, featuring three characters in a single plot narrative regarding their differing perspectives of past events, in one unbroken period of real time, in a single motel-room set.” Opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 23. Gilmore Acting Studio, 2220 N.W. Market St. $24 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 7:30pm
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Saturday, May 9, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 8pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. [See Nicole Sprinkle’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/958076-129/cafe-nordos-first-production-in-its” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Saturday, May 9, 2015, 8pm
Openly We Carry/Carry We Openly Paul Mullin and Nick Stokes explore American gun culture in this double bill. Opens April 23. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. Ends May 9. Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave. S. $14-$16 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Saturday, May 9, 2015, 8pm
TheatreSports Unexpected Productions’ long-running (since 1983!) improv comedy show, pitting two teams against each other in front of a panel of judges. 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $15 Saturday, May 9, 2015, 10:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Sunday, May 10, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Complex Movements: Beware of the Dandelions An interactive “pod” performance in which small audiences (limit 35) become survivors in a post-apocalyptic community. Runs Thurs.-Sun. April 16-19 & May 7-10; see ontheboards.org for exact schedule. On the Boards, 100 W. Roy St. $12-$23 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Flushed In his solo show, Stokley Towles assumes the character of Ron, a treatment plant manager, to explore the question of sewage. (“Produced by 4Culture in partnership with King County’s Wastewater Treatment Division.”) Opens April 25. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., noon Sun. Ends May 10. New City Theater, 1404 18th Ave., Seattle, WA 98122 $10-$15 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Sunday, May 10, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Sunday, May 10, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Sunday, May 10, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Sunday, May 10, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Sunday, May 10, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’ play dramatizes the origins of the Vietnam War. Opens May 2. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 10. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $10-$25 Sunday, May 10, 2015
The Ghosts of Tonkin Steve Lyons’s drama about Oregon Senator Wayne Morse’s battle to stop the Vietnam War before it begins.
See website for full performance details. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $25 Sunday, May 10, 2015
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe A stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia tale. Opens April 24. 7 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 10. Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 4400 86th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island $10-$17 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Sunday, May 10, 2015
Mama Mia! This 30-minute ABBA sendup is part of the “Mimosas With Mama” drag brunch. Narwhal, 1118 E. Pike St., Seattle $15-$20 Sunday, May 10, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Sunday, May 10, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Sunday, May 10, 2015, 3pm
Three High Circus Series Three separate shows in three runs, starting with Acrobatic Conundrum’s “The Language of Chance,” with aerial/dance/physical theater work devised by KT Niehoff and Elizabeth Klob. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 28-Wed., April 29. Series ends May 10. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $10-$40 ($50 for series pass) Sunday, May 10, 2015, 5pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Sunday, May 10, 2015, 7:30pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Sunday, May 10, 2015, 7:30pm
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Monday, May 11, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Monday, May 11, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Monday, May 11, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Monday, May 11, 2015
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Monday, May 11, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Monday, May 11, 2015, 8pm
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Monday, May 11, 2015, 8pm
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Tuesday, May 12, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Tuesday, May 12, 2015
H.P. Lovecraft: Stand-Up Comedian! The cult horror author gets a comedy-club spin. “Can Howie pull off one last sold-out gig before the human race is destroyed?” Opens April 28. 8 p.m. Tues.-Wed. Ends May 13. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Tuesday, May 12, 2015, 8pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Wednesday, May 13, 2015
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Wednesday, May 13, 2015, 7:30pm
H.P. Lovecraft: Stand-Up Comedian! The cult horror author gets a comedy-club spin. “Can Howie pull off one last sold-out gig before the human race is destroyed?” Opens April 28. 8 p.m. Tues.-Wed. Ends May 13. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Wednesday, May 13, 2015, 8pm
Duo Comedy Showcase Unexpected Productions presents comedians two at a time, 8:30 p.m. Wed. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $5 Wednesday, May 13, 2015, 8:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Thursday, May 14, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Thursday, May 14, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Thursday, May 14, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Thursday, May 14, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Thursday, May 14, 2015
The Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber’s touring musical features all the hit songs, plus revamped stagecraft. Opens April 30. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 8 p.m. Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1 & 6:30 p.m. Sun., plus 1 p.m. May 1 & 7. Ends May 24. The Paramount, 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 $30 and up Thursday, May 14, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Thursday, May 14, 2015
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Thursday, May 14, 2015, 7:30pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Thursday, May 14, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Thursday, May 14, 2015, 8pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Thursday, May 14, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Thursday, May 14, 2015, 8pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Friday, May 15, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Friday, May 15, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Friday, May 15, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Friday, May 15, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Friday, May 15, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Friday, May 15, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Friday, May 15, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Friday, May 15, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Friday, May 15, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Friday, May 15, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Friday, May 15, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Friday, May 15, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Friday, May 15, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Friday, May 15, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Friday, May 15, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Friday, May 15, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Friday, May 15, 2015
PROK Open Mike Sign up for this generally zany and enjoyable evening, when professionals are also known to drop by. The People’s Republic Kafe, 1718 12th Ave., Seattle Free Friday, May 15, 2015, 7pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Friday, May 15, 2015, 7:30pm
Tape Gilmore Acting Studio gives Stephen Belber’s 1999 play perhaps the least informative but nevertheless intriguing plot description ever: “It follows classical unities of action, time, and space, featuring three characters in a single plot narrative regarding their differing perspectives of past events, in one unbroken period of real time, in a single motel-room set.” Opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 23. Gilmore Acting Studio, 2220 N.W. Market St. $24 Friday, May 15, 2015, 7:30pm
The Tall Girls Young women seek to escape the Dust Bowl via basketball in WET’s presentation of a new play by Meg Miroshnik. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Thurs.-Mon. Ends May 18. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $15-$25 Friday, May 15, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Friday, May 15, 2015, 8pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Friday, May 15, 2015, 8pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. [See Nicole Sprinkle’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/958076-129/cafe-nordos-first-production-in-its” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Friday, May 15, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Friday, May 15, 2015, 8pm
TheatreSports Unexpected Productions’ long-running (since 1983!) improv comedy show, pitting two teams against each other in front of a panel of judges. 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $15 Friday, May 15, 2015, 10:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Saturday, May 16, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Saturday, May 16, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Saturday, May 16, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Saturday, May 16, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Saturday, May 16, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Saturday, May 16, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Saturday, May 16, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Saturday, May 16, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Saturday, May 16, 2015
R.A.F.T. That stands for Rabbits Afloat From Thuringia in Jonah Von Spreecken and Ali el-Gasseir’s all-ages live-action cartoon series about two bunnies’ seagoing adventures (with special adult performances 10:30 p.m. Fri., May 8 & 22). Opens May 2. 11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 24. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Saturday, May 16, 2015, 11am
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Saturday, May 16, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Saturday, May 16, 2015, 3pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Saturday, May 16, 2015, 7:30pm
Tape Gilmore Acting Studio gives Stephen Belber’s 1999 play perhaps the least informative but nevertheless intriguing plot description ever: “It follows classical unities of action, time, and space, featuring three characters in a single plot narrative regarding their differing perspectives of past events, in one unbroken period of real time, in a single motel-room set.” Opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 23. Gilmore Acting Studio, 2220 N.W. Market St. $24 Saturday, May 16, 2015, 7:30pm
Bunnies Inspired by the true events of the Woodland Park bunny infestation is Keiko Green’s tale of revenge and cannibalism, based on The Bacchae. Preview April 23, opens April 24. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Annex Theatre, 1110 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122 $5-$20 Saturday, May 16, 2015, 8pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. [See Nicole Sprinkle’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/958076-129/cafe-nordos-first-production-in-its” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Saturday, May 16, 2015, 8pm
The Feast When the world’s meat disappears and everyone’s an involuntary vegetarian, one particular dinner party doesn’t end well in Celine Song’s satire. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat. plus Mon., May 11. Ends May 16. Theater Schmeater, 2125 Third Ave. Name your own price Saturday, May 16, 2015, 8pm
TheatreSports Unexpected Productions’ long-running (since 1983!) improv comedy show, pitting two teams against each other in front of a panel of judges. 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $15 Saturday, May 16, 2015, 10:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Sunday, May 17, 2015
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof Tennessee Williams’ dysfunctional-family classic. Kurt Beattie directs. Opens April 23. Runs Tues.-Sun.; see acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$44 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Jacques Brel Is Alive and Well & Living in Paris Well, he was when this revue celebrating the Belgian songwriter opened in 1968. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 2 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. [See Mark Baumgarten’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957507-129/jacques-brel-is-alive-and-well” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., Seattle, WA 98101 $15-$49 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Sunday, May 17, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Little Bee Chris Cleave’s novel explores “’the mutual incomprehension of the developing world and the developed world.” Previews April 22-24, opens April 25. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see book-it.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Center Theatre at the Armory, Seattle Center $25 Sunday, May 17, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Outside Mullingar Lovelorn and single, Anthony and Rosemary are forced to let go of a longtime land feud, and romantic hesitancy, to find happiness in John Patrick Shanley’s recent Tony winner. Previews begin April 24, opens April 29. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sun. plus some Wed. & weekend matinees; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St. (Seattle Center), Seattle, WA 98109 $17-$102 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Sunday, May 17, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Robin Hood The evergreen adventure tale promises not to be too intense. But will it turn your kids to socialists with all that talk of robbing from the rich? 7 p.m. Thurs.-Fri.; 2 & 5:30 p.m. Sat.; 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. Sun. Ends May 17. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center $20 and up Sunday, May 17, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Sunday, May 17, 2015
Tilt Angel Dan Dietz’s play “about a ghost-mom, an outsized agoraphobic son, a third-generation auto-repair dad and a heavenly messenger with unfinished business.” And live blues. Preview April 30, opens May 1. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun., plus 8 p.m. Mon., May 11. Ends May 17. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., Seattle, WA 98103 $15-$25 Sunday, May 17, 2015
Mama Mia! This 30-minute ABBA sendup is part of the “Mimosas With Mama” drag brunch. Narwhal, 1118 E. Pike St., Seattle $15-$20 Sunday, May 17, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Sunday, May 17, 2015, 1pm
Pinkalicious the Musical Eating too many cupcakes can have unforessen consequences! Opens May 2. 1 & 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. (except May 3). Ends May 24. SecondStory Repertory, 16587 N.E. 74th St, Redmond, WA 98052 $16 Sunday, May 17, 2015, 3pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Sunday, May 17, 2015, 7:30pm
Othello Again with the Moor, the jealousy, the murder, and Iago whispering in our ears. Previews April 29-30, opens May 1. Runs 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat. plus some weekend matinees and Sun. evenings; see seattleshakespeare.org for exact schedule. Ends May 17. Cornish Playhouse at Seattle Center, Seattle Center $25-$48 Sunday, May 17, 2015, 7:30pm
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Monday, May 18, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Monday, May 18, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Monday, May 18, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Monday, May 18, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Comedy Womb This “female-focused but not female-exclusive” show includes a headliner and an open-mike segment, in the Grotto underneath the Rendezvous. See comedywomb.com for complete schedule. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $5 Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Wednesday, May 20, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Family Affair Jennifer Jasper’s “hilarious, twisted, and ultimately relatable” monthly cabaret on the theme of family. JewelBox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., Seattle, WA 98121 $10 Wednesday, May 20, 2015, 7:30pm
Duo Comedy Showcase Unexpected Productions presents comedians two at a time, 8:30 p.m. Wed. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $5 Wednesday, May 20, 2015, 8:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Thursday, May 21, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Thursday, May 21, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Thursday, May 21, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Thursday, May 21, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Thursday, May 21, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Thursday, May 21, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Thursday, May 21, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Thursday, May 21, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Thursday, May 21, 2015
The Phantom of the Opera Andrew Lloyd Webber’s touring musical features all the hit songs, plus revamped stagecraft. Opens April 30. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Thurs., 8 p.m. Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1 & 6:30 p.m. Sun., plus 1 p.m. May 1 & 7. Ends May 24. The Paramount, 911 Pine St, Seattle, WA 98101 $30 and up Thursday, May 21, 2015
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Thursday, May 21, 2015, 7:30pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Thursday, May 21, 2015, 8pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Friday, May 22, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Friday, May 22, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Friday, May 22, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Friday, May 22, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Friday, May 22, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Friday, May 22, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Friday, May 22, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Friday, May 22, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Friday, May 22, 2015
Playwrights Festival Premieres of one-acts and full-lengths; see burienactorstheatre.org for lineup and schedule. Opens May 1. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 Fourth Ave. S.W., Burien $10 Friday, May 22, 2015
Teatro ZinZanni: The Hot Spot Frank Ferrante and Dreya Weber return for TZ’s new show, in which “love and magic in the digital age collide.” Runs Thurs.-Sun. plus some Wed.; see zinzanni.com/seattle for exact schedule. Ends June 7. Teatro ZinZanni, 222 Mercer St., Seattle $99 and up Friday, May 22, 2015
PROK Open Mike Sign up for this generally zany and enjoyable evening, when professionals are also known to drop by. The People’s Republic Kafe, 1718 12th Ave., Seattle Free Friday, May 22, 2015, 7pm
Tape Gilmore Acting Studio gives Stephen Belber’s 1999 play perhaps the least informative but nevertheless intriguing plot description ever: “It follows classical unities of action, time, and space, featuring three characters in a single plot narrative regarding their differing perspectives of past events, in one unbroken period of real time, in a single motel-room set.” Opens April 24. 7:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 23. Gilmore Acting Studio, 2220 N.W. Market St. $24 Friday, May 22, 2015, 7:30pm
Claim of Thrones Add you own flourishes to every geek’s favorite TV saga. 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri. Ends May 22. Jet City Improv, 5510 University Way N.E. $12-$15 Friday, May 22, 2015, 8pm
Don Nordo del Midwest The “deconstructionist dinner theatre” finally takes residence with a new show in the long-vacant former Elliott Bay Book Co. space in Pioneer Square. 7:30 p.m. Thurs. & Sun., 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Ends May 31. [See Nicole Sprinkle’s <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/958076-129/cafe-nordos-first-production-in-its” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Nordo’s Culinarium, 109 S. Main St. $75 ($100 w/wine flight) Friday, May 22, 2015, 8pm
R.A.F.T. That stands for Rabbits Afloat From Thuringia in Jonah Von Spreecken and Ali el-Gasseir’s all-ages live-action cartoon series about two bunnies’ seagoing adventures (with special adult performances 10:30 p.m. Fri., May 8 & 22). Opens May 2. 11 a.m. Sat.-Sun. Ends May 24. 12th Avenue Arts, 1620 12th AvenueSeattle, WA 98122 $5-$10 Friday, May 22, 2015, 10:30pm
TheatreSports Unexpected Productions’ long-running (since 1983!) improv comedy show, pitting two teams against each other in front of a panel of judges. 10:30 p.m. Fri.-Sat. Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle, WA 98104 $15 Friday, May 22, 2015, 10:30pm
Angry Housewives They deal with it by forming a punk band in this musical, which ran in Seattle for most of the ‘80s. Opens April 23. 7:30 p.m. Wed.-Sat., 3 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. [See <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957949-129/angry-housewives-turns-32-its-creators” target=”_blank”>preview</a>.] ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. S.W., Seattle, WA 98116 $17-$36.50 Saturday, May 23, 2015
Can Can Cabarets Seattle’s center for neo-burlesque presents shows and/or live music nearly every night; see thecancan.com for full details and ticket prices. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 see website Saturday, May 23, 2015
Comedy Underground See comedyunderground.com for complete schedule, including their “Monday Madness” open-mike night, 8 p.m. Comedy Underground, 109 S. Washington St., Seattle, WA 98104 $6 Saturday, May 23, 2015
ComedySportz Seattle Comedy Group moves their improv show to the former Empty Space. 8 & 10 p.m. Fri.-Sat., 2:30 p.m. Sun. Atlas Theater, 3509 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle, WA 98103 $14 Saturday, May 23, 2015
Flamingo The Can Can’s all-new tropical themed cabaret. $30-$85. Runs Wed.-Sun.; see thecancan.com for exact schedule. Ends Oct. 11. Can Can, 94 Pike St., Seattle, WA 98104 $30-$85 Saturday, May 23, 2015
Jasper in Deadland The title musician embarks on underworld adventures to seek his true love in this brand-new rock musical. Previews begin April 30, opens May 14. 7:30 p.m. Tues.-Wed., 8 p.m. Thurs.-Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat., 1:30 & 7 p.m. Sun. Ends May 24. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 $29 and up Saturday, May 23, 2015
Laughs Stand-up and other comedy. See laughscomedy.com for complete schedule, including open-mike night, 8 p.m. Wed. Laughs Comedy Spot, 12099 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland, WA 98034 $10-$20 Saturday, May 23, 2015
No Way to Treat a Lady This strange musical comedy, reworked since its last appearance at Village Theatre in 1999 (also directed by Steve Tomkins), was originally inspired by the Boston Strangler-according to source novelist William Goldman. Predictable as something on LMN, Douglas J. Cohen’s 1987 gore-free, family-friendly show is one part murder-porn-gasm, one part hokey musical, and all parts fun. Suffering a deadly devotion to his late mother (a celebrated actress), failed thespian Christopher “Kit” Gill (Nick DeSantis) dons various disguises and adopts different dialects whilst murdering women who remind him of her. (If he can’t be famous, he decides, he’ll be infamous.) Dissatisfied with his media mentions, he begins an antagonistic telephone relationship with NYPD detective Morris Brummell (Dane Stokinger). This cat-and-mouse script smartly balances engaging action with witty dialogue and lyrics. This ensemble enchants with energetic singing and excellent acting. Notable are Jayne Muirhead as the cop’s suffocating Jewish mother; Jessica Skerritt as Morris’ shiksa love interest; and Bobbi Kotula, this production’s versatile champion, who distinctly depicts Kit’s mother and his victims. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE [See Alyssa’s full <a href=”http://www.seattleweekly.com/arts/957508-129/no-way-to-treat-a-lady” target=”_blank”>review</a>.] Runs Wed.-Sun.; see villagetheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends April 26. (Also runs May 1-24 in Everett.) Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N., Issaquah, WA 98027 $35-$67 Saturday, May 23, 2015
Parlor Live Comedy Club See parlorlive.com for schedule. The Parlor Collection, 700 Bellevue Way N.E., Bellevue $15-$30 Saturday, May 23, 2015
Pink Door Cabaret Trapeze performances (6:15-8:45 p.m.) by Bridget Gunning (Sun.) and Tanya Brno (Mon.). Saturdays, go “Behind the Pink Door” (11 p.m.,). See thepinkdoor.net for full details. The Pink Door, 1919 Post Alley, Seattle $20 cover Saturday, May 23, 2015