A new opera unveiled and two theatres unite
Peek behind the curtain of Seattle Opera’s “Jubilee,” ACT and Seattle Shakespeare announce a joint production, and Seattle Rep is time traveling with “The Skin of Our Teeth.”
In Seattle, music is more than just a form of expression—it’s a way to build community and preserve cultural heritage. Whether it’s through spontaneous jam sessions or educational partnerships, local artists are coming together to celebrate the rich traditions of Klezmer and Black American music. At the heart of these efforts is The Rhapsody Project, an organization that honors folk and roots music while using it as a tool for social change. From monthly Klezmer Jams to collaborative projects with Seattle Opera, these initiatives are uniting musicians and audiences in meaningful ways.
“What differentiates us from other music organizations is that we not only play music and teach music but build community with music.” — Joe Seamons
On the Stage
Mrs. Loman leaves, Dracula appears, and my lord, what a night it is at the theatre this week.
The Skin of Our Teeth
Theatre | Seattle Rep
Now – October 20 | Tickets
Imagine: You’ve been married for 5,000 years, raised a couple of kids, and survived multiple catastrophic disasters. But with the world constantly teetering on the edge of collapse, would you have the strength to save the human race, over and over again?
More Events
- My Lord, What a Night | Taproot Theatre Company | Now – October 19 | View the Program
- Dracula | Tacoma Arts Live | Now – November 3
- Jubilee | Seattle Opera | October 12–26 | View the Program
- Mrs. Loman is Leaving | ACT Contemporary Theatre | October 12–27
Next Line
Seattle area arts organizations are showing their strength with new funding, growth, and outreach.
- ACT Contemporary Theatre and Seattle Shakespeare Company are joining forces for a special production of Twelfth Night at ACT’s Falls Theatre, running June 7–22, 2025. This isn’t just a one-time collaboration—it’s part of their journey toward potentially merging into a new entity that brings both of their missions together under one roof at ACT. It’s an exciting new chapter for both companies, and a great chance to see a fresh take on a classic!
- Tacoma Arts Live has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Wells Fargo Foundation to support their Accelerating Creative Enterprise (ACE) program. ACE is designed to help BIPOC and women entrepreneurs in the creative and cultural sectors grow their businesses. This grant will provide crucial support to those emerging entrepreneurs as they work to make an impact in their industries.
- October is Bullying Prevention Month, and Taproot Theatre’s Road Company is hitting the road with their powerful bullying prevention plays and assemblies. Throughout this month and the entire 2024/2025 school year, they’ll be visiting schools across the region, offering performances for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. These shows are all about teaching empathy, celebrating differences, building resilience, and encouraging students to stand up against bullying.
