Seattle’s April lineup of accessible and inclusive performances

As April unfolds, spring is in full swing—bringing longer days, fresh energy, and an exciting lineup of performances. Seattle’s arts scene continues to shine with accessible and inclusive shows that invite everyone to enjoy the magic of live performance. From ASL interpretation and audio description to sensory-friendly options, these events ensure that all audiences can engage with powerful plays, uplifting musicals, and breathtaking dance performances. Embrace the season of renewal with performances that welcome and inspire everyone.

Parade

• ASL Interpreted: April 25 at 7:30 p.m.; April 27 at 1:30 p.m.
• Open Captioned: April 25 at 7:30 p.m.; April 27 at 1:30 p.m.
• Audio Described: April 26 at 1:30 p.m.
• Tactile Display: Available at every performance

Based on a true story, Leo and Lucille Frank are a newlywed Jewish couple struggling to make a life in the old red hills of Georgia. When Leo is accused of an unspeakable crime, the aftermath propels them into an unimaginable test of faith, humanity, justice and devotion.

The 5th Avenue Theatre
5thavenue.org

Life of Pi

• Audio Described: April 20 at 1 p.m.
• ASL Interpreted: April 20 at 1 p.m.
• Open Captioned: April 20 at 6:30 p.m.
• Closed Captioned: Closed Captioning provided for all performances by GalaPro

Based on Yann Martel’s best-selling novel that sold more than 15 million copies and became a worldwide phenomenon, Life of Pi is an epic story of perseverance and hope that speaks to every generation and “gives new life to Broadway” (The Today Show).

Broadway at The Paramount
seattle.broadway.com

Roméo et Juliette

• Audio Described: April 12 at 2 p.m.

Jean-Christophe Maillot’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet distills this tragedy to its most moving, timeless core. Watch as young love blooms, grows, and overwhelms in this magnetic refresh of the classic story.

Pacific Northwest Ballet
pnb.org

Lend Me a Tenor

• ASL Interpreted: April 12 at 8 p.m.

The Cleveland Grand Opera is struggling. In a desperate move the opera’s manager, Mr. Saunders, manager of the struggling Cleveland Grand Opera, has hired the world-famous Italian tenor Tito Merelli—Il Stupendo—to appear for a one night only performance of Pagliacci. A classic farce, filled with mistaken identities, orchestrated slamming doors, flirtatious mix-ups, spectacular arias, and high stakes.

Red Curtain Foundation for the Arts
redcurtainfoundation.org

Whitney Cummings

• ASL Interpreted: April 12 at 7 p.m.

Renowned comedian Whitney Cummings is bringing her “Big Baby” tour across the U.S. in 2025. Experience her sharp wit and unmatched humor live on stage in a city near you.

Seattle Theatre Group
stgpresents.org

Mandy Patinkin

• Open Captioned: April 26 at 7:30 p.m.

In 1989, Mandy began his concert career at Joseph Papp’s Public Theater in New York City. Since then he has toured (and continues to tour) his various solo concerts across North America, in London’s West End, through Australia and New Zealand, as well as on Broadway and Off-Broadway. His newest solo concert is Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Diaries.

Seattle Theatre Group
stgpresents.org

Silent Movie Mondays: The Last Laugh

• Audio Described: April 28 at 7 p.m.

This German silent film directed by F.W. Murnau stars Emil Jannings as an aging hotel doorman who takes immense pride in his job and uniform. However, his life takes a dramatic turn when he is demoted to the position of washroom attendant due to his advancing age.

Seattle Theatre Group
stgpresents.org

Jersey Boys

• ASL Interpreted: April 5 at 2 p.m.
• Captioned: April 19 at 2 p.m.

They were just four guys from Jersey until they sang their very first note. They had a sound nobody had ever heard…and the radio just couldn’t get enough of. Go behind the music and inside the world of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony Award-winning true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys.

Village Theatre Issaquah
villagetheatre.org