Live Theater

Chess

Chess

Based in the early 1980s, Chess is the story of a love triangle between two grandmasters–one American, one Russian–and a woman serves as a manager to one of the players but falls in love with the other. Evening Performances: 8:00 pm – March 28-31, 2024 Matinee Performances: 2:00 pm – March 30, 2024

STEW

STEW

Mama’s up early to prepare the perfect stew for a very important community meal. As the day rolls on, tempers go from a simmer to a boil, and secrets rise to the surface for three generations of Tucker women. When the violence hovering around the periphery of their lives begins to intrude upon the sanctity…

New Works Festival Part 1: 5x5

New Works Festival Part 1: 5×5

5 new 10-Minute plays written, directed and performed by Cornish College of the Arts’ students.

New Works Festival Part 2: The Lore Project & The Only Choice to Be Had

New Works Festival Part 2: The Lore Project & The Only Choice to Be Had

The Lore Project – Original works created by Cornish students in TH112, inspired by ancient lore from across the globe. The Only Choice to Be Had – a new work create by Cornish student, Elaine Wenzel.

Desdemona' Child (blood cry)

Desdemona’ Child (blood cry)

Inspired by and set in the wake of Shakespeare’s Othello, this play follows Desdemona’s Child as they come back to the town in which they were raised, haunted by the ghost of Beautiful D, and with a desire to come to terms with trauma from the past. Featuring performances by Cornish Theater Students and produced…

A Case for the Existence of God

A Case for the Existence of God

Inside a small loan brokerage in Idaho, two men — a study in opposites — struggle to make a place for their families in the American dream as they balance parenthood, financial security, desire, and empathy. This award-winning play, with a revelatory ending, leads audiences on a journey of intrigue and reckoning as the two…

The Lehman Trilogy

The Lehman Trilogy

The Lehmans began as many American immigrants did in the 19th century: on a cold dock in New York City 1844 as a young Jewish man enters his new country for the first time. Joined by his two brothers, he lives the American Dream: from humble beginnings to outrageous success. 163 years later, that legacy—The…

Cirque du Soleil's CORTEO

Cirque du Soleil’s CORTEO

Beloved by millions, CORTEO has been performed in 20 countries for over 10 million spectators, plunging audiences into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity. Well-known features of Cirque du Soleil performances include aerial acrobatics, Cyr wheel, teeterboard, juggling & more. Performance Schedule Jan. 17,  7:30 p.m. Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m. Jan 19, 7:30…

WINTER '24 - Whim W'Him Seattle Contemporary Dance

WINTER ’24 – Whim W’Him Seattle Contemporary Dance

Discover the riveting creativity of both new voices for Seattle and beloved favorites, including the audacious creations of Bret Easterling, Joseph Hernandez, and Olivier Wevers. Join us to experience the extraordinary as we embark on a journey that will awaken your senses and leave you curious about our WINTER ’24 program at Cornish Playhouse and…

A View From the Bridge

A View From the Bridge

The Cornish College of the Art’s Theater department presents a very special performance of Arthur Miller’s A View From the Bridge. Set in an Italian-American neighborhood in Brooklyn, the play follows the unraveling of Eddie Carbone following the arrival of two of his wife’s cousins from Italy. The play is directed by Sheila Daniels.

Fefu and Her Friends

Fefu and Her Friends

The Cornish College of the Art’s Theater department presents a very special performance of María Irene Fornés’ Fefu and Her Friends. Directed by Rhonda J. Soikowski

Fun Home

Fun Home

Fun Home is a musical theatre adaptation of Alison Bechdel’s 2006 graphic memoir of the same name. The story follows Bechdel’s discovery of her own sexuality, her relationship with her closeted gay father, and her attempts to unlock the mysteries surrounding his life. Tickets: https://cornishtickets.ludus.com/index.php Cornish Playhouse 201 Mercer St Seattle, WA

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups. Off-Broadway Comedians and London’s 3-time IMPRESARIO Award-Winners, James & Jamesy return with their outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive Christmas comedy classic O Christmas Tea — an astonishing show that delights thousands of hearts every holiday season.

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