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A group dress as pirates stand on a staged ship, one is front and center looking surprised.

Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area

Opera’s Odd Couple: How Gilbert and Sullivan Found Harmony in Humor

Dig into the team behind the comedy of pirate proportions at Seattle Opera. Plus, the 25th annual Gregory Awards is this week and the windy city comes to 5th Avenue Theatre’s stage.

Two artists in paint splattered clothes sit on a paint splattered couch in an art installation.

Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area

A Strong Start: WALK DONT RUN Draws Thousands in Its First Year

An art walk unlike any other dominates Seattle. Plus, Gilbert and Sullivan bring pirates to McCaw Hall, and the Gregory Awards have announced their nominees.

The Pirates of Penzance

The Pirates of Penzance

October 18 – November 1, 2025 | McCaw Hall

An art piece on a wall. It shows marquettes in rows.

Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area

Taproot Theatre Shares an Artist’s Powerful Story on Grief

Taproot Theatre hosts Roger Feldman’s work in their lobby, be sure to see it before the show. Plus, a Tony Award-winning show is at The Paramount and Seattle Opera hosts a blood drive.

A large group of people in 19th century clothing dance around while pirates hold swords in the air.

Accessible Performances

Seattle’s October lineup of accessible performances

Your monthly guide to inclusive performances.

A male dancer holds a female dancer as others on the ground try to pull her back.

Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area

A One-Day Celebration of Local Art is Happening This Saturday

This Saturday, arts of all different disciplines are taking over Seattle with WALK DONT RUN. Plus, a new musical comes to 5th Avenue Theatre, and Benaroya Hall is entering a new stage.

Pianist Mahani Teave plays the piano, concentration on the keys, with the piano open in the forefront.

Beyond the Stage - Seattle Area

Curtains Up: Seattle’s Fall Arts Season Arrives

It’s time to plan your fall performance schedule. Check out our roundup of this fall’s highlights.