Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area Enjoy a Feast of Holiday Shows Kicking Off this Weekend The Puget Sound’s weekly roundup of arts, culture, and community | November 28 to December 4, 2025
Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area Putting in Overtime with “9 to 5” Join Village Theatre for a day at the office and see how they brought the set for “9 to 5” to life. Plus, a holiday extravaganza for all ages takes the stage and Union Arts Center announces the lineup for the New Works Northwest Festival.
Beyond the Stage - Bay Area Mending the Past Through “Mother of Exiles” and Collective Storytelling An interview with the playwright of Berkeley Rep’s newest show. Plus, SF Symphony Youth Orchestra begins their season this week and an opera is on demand from SF Opera.
Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area Time-worn Tale, Timeless Themes: The Story Behind “Brigadoon” It’s the last weekend of Scottish Highland fun at Village Theatre—read how “Brigadoon” first came to the stage in 1947. Plus, Beethoven takes the spotlight at Seattle Symphony and Family Packs are available for a holiday tradition for all ages.
Beyond the Stage - Bay Area SF Opera Comes Full Circle: “The Ring” Returns in 2028 A historic event returns to San Francisco Opera in 2028. Plus, cellist Gautier Capuçon performs at San Francisco Symphony, and a new video from Berkeley Rep explores the creative process of their latest play.
Beyond the Stage - Bay Area In Conversation with Gautier Capuçon: Collaboration, Connection and the Sound of Earth An interview with the world-renowned cellist Gautier Capuçon. Plus, a tale of sisters takes the stage at Berkeley Rep and Cal Performances shares a taste of Manual Cinema’s upcoming show.
Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area Spotlight on 2025 Sustained Achievement Award Winner John Bradshaw The 2025 Gregory Awards highlights the best of Puget Sound artists and performances with John Bradshaw winning the Sustained Achievement Award. Plus, the Scottish Highlands come to Village Theatre and Seattle Opera offers a beloved market for the holidays.