A picture of dedication

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A picture of dedication
Seattle Opera rehearsal of Carmen | Photo by Sunny Martini

Practice makes perfect, or at least close to it. Rehearsals are in motion at Seattle Opera for their production of Carmen and we have a snapshot of what goes on before the costumes, lights and stage. So much work goes into the final product we experience. The performers spend weeks, or even months preparing every line, note, and stage direction (not to mention the monumental task that the technical crew tackles).

Knowing more gives us a better appreciation for the art we usually only spend one night enjoying. Take a look at some of the rehearsal photos to capture the bigger picture. Carmen will run May 2 through 17 at McCaw Hall. – Ciara


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Grease

Theatre | Village Theatre Issaquah
Now – May 3 | Tickets

From its earliest performance in a Chicago nightclub through its record-breaking Broadway run and hit feature film, Grease has remained one of the world’s most popular musicals.

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