A Theater Review, Dearie

Can 5th Ave Theatre’s Mrs. Doubtfire Hold Up to the Robin Williams Touchstone?

The musical adaptation is big and shiny but something is missing.

12/17/2019 By Stefan Milne

Culture Fix

What to Do After Work October 28–31

A war-torn love story, a YouTube star's new cookbook, and a Halloween party at Linda's.

10/28/2019 By Nicole Pasia and Courtney Cummings

Opera and "Opera"

How Two Seattle Shows Offer Dramatically Different Takes on Theater Stalwarts

Contexts (and some fireworks) separate Porgy and Bess and The Phantom of the Opera.

08/16/2018 By Stefan Milne

Season Announcement

'Hamilton' Headlines Broadway at the Paramount's 2017–18 Season

The slate of musicals also includes 'Les Misérables,' 'Disney's Aladdin,' and 'The Book of Mormon.'

01/09/2017 By Seth Sommerfeld

Ticket Alerts

'Hamilton' is Coming to Seattle

Lin-Manuel Miranda's historical hip-hop Broadway sensation joins Broadway at the Paramount's 2017–18 season.

03/31/2016 By Seth Sommerfeld

Season Annoucements

Broadway at the Paramount Reveals Its 2016–17 Lineup

Highlights include 'An American in Paris,' 'The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,' 'Beautiful: The Carole King Musical,' and some classic favorites.

03/16/2016 By Seth Sommerfeld

Theater Review

The Enduring Enchantment of 'Wicked'

The Broadway hit makes a magical return to the Paramount Theatre.

07/15/2015 By Seth Sommerfeld

Season Annoucements

'Annie' and 'Jersey Boys' Highlight Broadway at the Paramount's 2015–16 Season

The slate as features 'Newsies' and 'Motown the Musical', plus 'The Book of Mormon' and 'Beauty and the Beast' as season options.

02/17/2015 By Seth Sommerfeld

Theater Review

The High Kicks and Missteps of 'Kinky Boots'

The touring production of the 2013 Tony winner for Best Musical at 5th Avenue Theatre has the Broadway glitz, but also some nagging issues.

10/16/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

Theater Review

Falling Quickly for 'Once'

The theatrical adaptation maintains the Academy Award winning film's heart while adding captivating live music and a dash of humor.

05/29/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

Ticket Alert

'The Book of Mormon' Makes Its Triumphant Return

Tickets for the Tony-winning mega-hit musical comedy go on sale Monday, May 19 at 10am.

05/15/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

Theater

'The Phantom of the Opera' and 'Wicked' Highlight the 2014-15 Broadway at the Paramount Season

The slate also features 'Beauty and the Beast,' 'Dirty Dancing,' and 'Pippin.'

02/05/2014 By Seth Sommerfeld

Theater

The Glitzy Glamour of 'Priscilla, Queen of the Desert'

The Tony-winning costumes steal the show in Broadway's biggest drag queen musical.

11/06/2013 By Genie Leslie

Theater

Divergent Musical Theater: 'The Wizard of Oz' and 'Carrie: The Musical'

The two productions that Seattle Theatre Group hosts this week couldn't be more different.

10/09/2013 By Seth Sommerfeld

Theater

Seattle-Born 'First Date' Opening on Broadway

We chat with composers Michael Weiner and Alan Zachary about their big debut.

07/12/2013 By Laura Dannen

Ticket Alert

'The Book of Mormon' Is Coming Back to Seattle

We just can't get enough.

03/05/2013 By Laura Dannen

Season Announcement

Broadway's 'The Lion King' and 'Once' Are Coming to Seattle

Broadway at the Paramount announces its 2013-14 season.

02/19/2013 By Seth Sommerfeld

Theater Preview

The Real Stars of 'War Horse'

Life-size equine puppets take center stage at Paramount Theatre.

02/06/2013 By Laura Dannen

Article

Debunking ‘The Book of Mormon’

How spot-on is the Broadway musical’s satire? Local writer and lifelong Mormon Nicole Hardy weighs in.

12/19/2012 By Laura Dannen

Ticket Alert

'The Book of Mormon' Presale Starts Thursday Morning

Let the mad dash begin.

09/18/2012 By Laura Dannen