Stage Openings & Events A… My Name is Alice Twelfth Night Productions

By By Gavin Borchert • April 1, 2014 1:39 pm

Stage

Openings & Events

A… My Name is Alice Twelfth Night Productions presents the classic 1983 revue, sketches and songs with a feminist spin. Kenyon Hall, 7904 35th Ave. S.W., 800-838-3006, brownpapertickets.com. $15–$18. Opens April 4. 7:30 p.m. Fri.–Sat., 5 p.m. Sun. Ends April 13.

American Glory Jet City spoofs Aaron Sorkin’s high-minded chat-fests. Wing-It Productions, 5510 University Way N.E., 781-3879, jetcityimprov.com. $12–$15. Opens April 3. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Fri. Ends May 23.

The Barber of Seville A reading of Beaumarchais’ 1775 play about the fixer Figaro (the original of the Rossini opera). ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., 292-7676, endangered
speciesproject.org. $10–$15. 7 p.m. Mon., April 7.

Belltown Burlesque Revue A tax-day-themed show. Re-bar, 1114 Howell St., 425-243-7835, purpledevil
productions. $13–$40. 7:30 p.m. Thurs., April 3.

The Negro Passion Play Brownbox Theatre presents “a dramatic depiction of the Passion of Jesus Christ within the context of the American civil rights movement” in SU’s Campion Ballroom. Seattle University, 901 12th Ave., 800-838-3006, brownpapertickets.com. $5–$15. Opens April 8. 7:30 p.m. Tues. & Thurs. Ends April 17.

Spin the Bottle April’s show includes “frightening, futuristic theatre,” “sexy animal burlesque,” and much more. Annex Theatre, 1100 E. Pike St., 728-0933, annextheatre.org. $5–$10. 11 p.m. Fri., April 4.

Tails of Wasps A politician gets caught in a sex scandal in Stephanie Timm’s new drama, presented by New Century Theatre Company. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., 292-7676, wearenctc.org. $15–$30. Preview April 3, opens April 4. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Sun. Ends April 27.

Twelfth Night Shakespeare’s cross-dressing romance. Studio East, 11730 118th Ave. N.E. #100, Kirkland, 425-820-1800, studio-east.org. $12–$14. 7:30 p.m. Fri., April 4; 2:30 & 7:30 p.m. Sat., April 5; 2:30 p.m. Sun., April 6.

Where No Man Has Gone Before An improvised parody of—guess which sci-fi TV classic. JewelBox/Rendezvous, 2322 Second Ave., 800-838-3006, brown
papertickets.com. $16–$20 8 p.m. Wed., April 9.

CurreNT Runs

The Boy at the Edge of Everything A bored 12-year-old meets his doppelganger—in space! Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle Center, 443-0807. $15–$36. Runs Thurs.–Sun.; see sct.org for exact schedule. Ends April 6.

Checkoff in the Sun A dying woman’s friends gather one last time in Leonard D. Goodisman’s comedy. Eclectic Theater, 1214 10th Ave., 800-838-3006, brownpapertickets.com. $12–$25. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends April 19.

Dina Martina: Her Greatest Videos… and More! A night of highlights from the grande dame’s shows, hosted by herself. Re-bar, 1114 Howell St., 800-838-3006, brownpapertickets.com. $20–$25. 8 p.m. Fri.–Sat., 2 p.m. Sun. Ends April 27.

The Edge of Our Bodies SEE REVIEW, PAGE 22.

Gidion’s Knot Censorship erupts in school in Johnna Adams’ drama. Seattle Public Theater at the Bathhouse, 7312 W. Green Lake Ave. N., 524-1300. $15–$32. See seattlepublictheater.org for schedule. Ends April 20.

Girl You Know It’s True A frustrated playwright has a wheelchair-bound lesbian stand in for him—and watches interest in “her” work skyrocket—in Bixby Elliot’s satire of the arts biz. Theater Off Jackson, 409 Seventh Ave. S., 800-838-3006, brownpapertickets.com. $15–$20. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Sat. Ends April 5.

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The Importance of Being Earnest In Oscar Wilde’s 1895 comedy, style largely depends on the way the women are played. The men get plenty of good lines, but it’s the women who deliver Wilde’s most pointed satire. GAVIN BORCHERT Center House Theatre, Seattle Center, 733-8222, seattleshakespeare.org. $29. 7:30 p.m. Tues.–Sat. plus weekend matinees. Ends April 13.

In the Book Of In John Walch’s play, inspired by the Book of Ruth, an Afghan woman tries to fit in in a Mississippi town. Taproot Theatre, 204 N. 85th St., 781-9707, taproottheatre.org. $20–$40. 7:30 p.m. Wed.–Thurs., 
8 p.m. Fri., 2 & 8 p.m. Sat. Ends April 26.

Kiss of the Spider Woman Two unlikely cellmates fall in love, or something, in this revival of the Fred Ebb/Terrence McNally musical. Second Story Repertory Theatre, 16587 N.E. 74th St., Redmond, 425-881-6777, 
secondstoryrep.org. $22–$27. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Sat., plus 2 p.m. Sat.–Sun. closing weekend. Ends April 13.

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The Lion King This 1997 Broadway stage musical proved a smash for Disney, thanks largely to the vision of director Julie Taymor and the tunes of Elton John and Tim Rice. BRIAN MILLER The Paramount, 911 Pine St., 877-784-4849. $85–$135. Runs Tues.–Sun.; see stgpresents.org for exact schedule. Ends April 6.

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Little Shop of Horrors

Little Shop is simple, it’s overstuffed with hummable melodies, and it toys affectionately with two of America’s enduring infatuations: cheesy monster movies and jukebox pop. Appropriately, this production cranks the fun dial up to 11. KEVIN PHINNEY ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., 292-7676. $20–$50. See acttheatre.org for exact schedule. Ends June 15.

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Moby Alpha SEE PREVIEW, PAGE 19.

Moisture Festival Entering its second decade, the Moisture Fest comes in two flavors: the family-friendly edition featuring clowns, acrobats, jugglers, and all manner of music; then there’s the late-night program, which emphasizes burlesque, T&A, and double entendres (liquor helps set the mood). Both are good fun. T. BOND Hale’s Palladium, 4301 Leary Way N.W., 706-1544. $10–$25. See halesales.com for schedule and lineup. Ends April 13.

Odysseo The dancing horse show from traveling circus troupe Cavalia. Marymoor Park, 6046 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway N.E., Redmond. $34.50–$149.50 ($154.50–$229.50 w/dinner). Runs Tues.–Sun.; see cavalia.net for exact schedule. Re-re-extended through April 6.

Royal Blood The premiere of Sonya Schneider’s play about a dysfunctional family and their illusions. West of Lenin, 203 N. 36th St., 800-838-3006, brownpaper
tickets.com. $20–$25. 8 p.m. Thurs.–Sun. Ends April 4.

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Seattle Vice SEE SEATTLELAND, PAGE 5. ACT Theatre, 700 Union St., 292-7676, acttheatre.org. $20. 8:30 p.m. Thurs.–Sat. Ends April 19.

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The Suit Set in 1950s South Africa during apartheid, Peter Brook’s play relates what’s essentially a simple story of adultery and revenge. Three performers share the stage, brilliantly and believably expressing the anguish of the script. ALYSSA DYKSTERHOUSE Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle Center, 443-2222. $15–$80. Runs Tues.–Sun.; see seattlerep.org for exact schedule. Ends April 6.

The Tutor SEE REVIEW, PAGE 22.

Uncle Vanya The first thing you notice is the sheer physicality of Joseph Lavy’s Vanya. He also directs, and manages to carry the play almost entirely on his own. MARK BAUMGARTEN Washington State Federation of Garden Clubs, 2336 15th Ave. S., 800-838-3006. $15–$22. Runs Thurs.–Sun. plus Wed., April 2; see akropolis
performancelab.com for exact schedule. Ends April 5.

Dance

Ballet du Grand Theatre de Geneve For this Swiss company’s first Seattle appearance, members will dance Preludes et Fugues by Israeli choreographer Emanuel Gat, which turns Bach’s Well-Tempered Clavier (played live) into a backbone for extreme kinetic exploration. At first it seems like so much snaky fun, but then you see how Bach’s patterns are reflected in the movement. SANDRA KURTZ Meany Hall, UW campus, 543-4880, uwworldseries.com. $10–$44. 8 p.m. Thurs., April 3–Sat., April 5.

Shen Yun The gaudy touring Chinese dance extravaganza is back. McCaw Hall, Seattle Center, 888-998-9961, shenyun.com. $70–$180. 7:30 p.m. Thurs., April 3–Fri., April 4; 2 & 7:30 p.m. Sat., April 5; 2 p.m. Sun., April 6.

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BOOST Dance Festival SEE THE PICK LIST, PAGE 20.

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Fisher Ensemble A new work from the brother/sister team of composer Garrett and choreographer Christy, plus music of Satie and a dance-drama inspired by the Mahabharata. Chapel Performance Space, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N., 800-838-3006, fisherensemble.org. $15. 8 p.m. Fri., April 4–Sat., April 5.

Who’s Afraid of Deborah Hay? Shannon Stewart and Mary Margaret Moore perform solos by this choreographer. Washington Hall, 153 14th Ave., 800-838-3006, therealshannonstewart.org. $12–$15. 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., April 5–Sun., April 6.

Classical, Etc.

Guan Changxin Chopin, Schubert, and Chinese music from this pianist. Brechemin Auditorium, School of Music, UW campus, 685-8384, music.washington.edu. $15. 7:30 p.m. Wed., April 2.

Tom Collier Celebrating “60 Years Behind Bars” as a jazz mallet player. Meany Studio Theater, UW campus, music.washington.edu. $12–$20. 7:30 p.m. Wed., April 2.

Seattle Symphony That popular choral blockbuster, Carmina burana, plus Haydn’s “Military” Symphony. Stilian Kirov conducts. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., 215-4747, seattlesymphony.org. $19–$127. 7:30 p.m. Thurs., April 3, 8 p.m. Sat., April 5, 2 p.m. Sun., April 6.

Ten Grands Pianos, that is, on this fundraising concert. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., 215-4747, seattle
symphony.org. $42 and up. 7 p.m. Fri., April 4.

Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra At 4 p.m., Jazz4Kids (free); at 7:30, “The Art of the Jitterbug” ($15–$44). Benaroya Recital Hall, Third Ave. and Union St., 215-4747, srjo.org. Sat., April 5.

Gallery Concerts A Haydn symphony and more, repurposed as chamber music. Queen Anne Christian Church, 1316 Third Ave. W., galleryconcerts.org. $15–$30. 7:30 p.m. Sat., April 5, Sun., April 6, 3 p.m..

Byrd Ensemble Handel’s Dixit dominus and more, performed with the Seattle Baroque Orchestra. At Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, 1245 Tenth Ave. E., 8 p.m. Sat., April 5, and Trinity Episcopal Church, 609 Eighth Ave., 3 p.m. Sun., April 6. $15–$25. 397-3627, byrdensemble.com.

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Seattle Historical Arts Baroque opera as children’s theater? Here are excerpts from Handel’s adventure fantasy Alcina. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., 325-7066, earlymusicguild.org. $5–$10. 1 p.m. Sun., April 6.

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The Lost Voice SEE EAR SUPPLY, LEFT.

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Trio con Brio Copenhagen Two Korean sisters and one Danish pianist play Norgard, Beethoven, and more. Meany Hall, UW campus, 543-4880, uwworldseries.org. $34–$39. 7:30 p.m. Tues., April 8.