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October 13-16, 2022
REFRACT: The Seattle Glass Experience
Come experience the colorful magic of Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience. Now in its fourth year, Refract 2022 will feature new exhibitions, parties, studio tours, live demonstrations and opportunities to connect directly with studio glass artists – from rising local talents to master glassmakers.
Music, Theatre, Museums, Festivals and More
The Griswolds' Broadway Vacation: The Musical
Through October 2
They’ve been to Wally World, they’ve been to Vegas, and now the Griswolds are going to… Broadway! A world premiere laugh out loud new musical comedy.
In the Time of the Butterflies
September 21-October 16
Based on the novel by Julia Alvarez, this elegantly written work of historical fiction is a story of resistance.
Pacific Northwest Ballet Rep 1: Carmina Burana
September 23-October 2
Experience the unmatched energy of this PNB fan-favorite extravaganza, alongside the joyous, pure dance spectacle of George Balanchine’s Allegro Brillante.
Dvořák Symphony No. 7
September 30-October 2
Experience the Seattle Symphony premiere of Esa-Pekka Salonen's Cello Concerto, and Dvořák’s stormy and dramatic Seventh Symphony.
Refract - The Seattle Glass Experience
October 13-16
A one of a kind event! Discover the artists, studios, museums, galleries and more that make Seattle and the Pacific Northwest the epicenter of the US glass art scene.
Teatro ZinZanni presents "Coming Home"
November 16-February 19
Seattle's own Teatro ZinZanni returns with an all-new show of cirque, comedy and cabaret and an all-star cast.
Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design
Ongoing
See Oscar Winner Ruth E. Carter’s costumes from more than a dozen films (Black Panther, Do the Right Thing, Selma, and more) in an exhibition exploring her perspective on Afrofuturism.
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