Washington Center for the Performing Arts

This Valentine's weekend, fall in love with the magic of silent cinema and live organ music. Featuring Harold Lloyds Girl Shy and Laurel & Hardy’s Double Whoopee. We welcome film fans of all ages to step back in time to revel in the authentically recreated sounds and nostalgia from times gone by. In Girl Shy, […]

A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. Lovett's live performances show not only the […]

At last! An evening of pure CHAOS. International siren and comedienne extraordinaire Meow Meow brings her glorious brand of subversive and sublime performance to North America. The spectacular crowd-surfing queen of song creates an unforgettable evening of exquisite music and much mayhem. Prepare for Piazzolla tangos, Weill, Brecht, Brel, even ¬Radiohead alongside original chansons. With […]

Comedy Underground is back to make you laugh. Each event features a new slate of touring comedians that are sure to make you laugh out loud! Recommended for ages 18+.

All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at […]

Gideon Freudmann opens with a cello concert and then perform the live soundtrack for this classic silent film with his cello and real-time digital effects. His imaginative, original accompaniment breathes new life into this classic art, bringing the best of cinema and live music to another level and to new audiences. In “Sherlock Jr”, Buster […]

Ladies of Laughter is back by popular demand! Grab your friends and come enjoy a hilarious night out! We are thrilled to introduce our audience to these three talented comedians this season! Ruthy Ferrera is a bi-lingual (English/Spanish) comedienne and the 2024 Newcomer National Champion of Ladies of Laughter. Ruthy loves and bleeds entertainment and […]

Comedy Underground is back to make you laugh. Each event features a new slate of touring comedians that are sure to make you laugh out loud! Recommended for ages 18+.

Maria is an in-demand drummer and educator known throughout the Pacific Northwest. She is no stranger to the Seattle jazz scene performing in such venues as The Earshot Jazz Festival, Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley, The Triple Door, The Seattle Art Museum, and Tula’s. As a bandleader her groups have been featured at the Portland Jazz Festival, […]

The Center Salon is back for its 8th year! Featuring artists from authors to poets, illustrators to musicians as well as our independent film competition this event is unlike any other! Come and be inspired by local artists. Jill Barnes hosts this popular event. Participating artists will be announced throughout the season. Our first announced […]