The hilarity of any production of The Phoenix Theatre (“comedy without all the drama”) begins well before Act One, Scene One – as fans of Edmonds’ funniest theatre will attest. This past Saturday night at Edmonds’ Firdale Village comedy hot spot was no exception as the Phoenix troupe raised the curtain on playwright Debra Gettleman’s…
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Artfully Edmonds: Upcoming fun centers on pumpkins, pubs and playhouses. Join in!
Opening with a striptease while the theatre space resounds from the audience’s gales of laughter, Vanya and Sonia and Masha & Spike, (2013 Tony winner by Steven Durang) revealed precisely what The Phoenix Theatre (TPT) has in mind for audiences as it celebrates its 10th Season. How many times has Artfully Edmonds told readers how…
Edmonds theatre ‘takes off the gloves’ in Season opener
It’s Opening Weekend for The Phoenix Theatre‘s 11th season and the cast of 2013 Tony winner Vanya and Sonia and Masha & Spike is revealing their talent — no, really! “Reveal” is the operative word here! Tongues are wagging on this one as the hilariously edgy theatre troupe stages this Christopher Durang production, directed by the…
Edmonds Arts Festival ‘rocks it’ on two stages this weekend
Edmonds Arts Festival Frances Anderson Center (FAC) 700 Main St. Map to the festival grounds Friday, June 16 – Sunday, June 18 Downbeats will strike throughout the next three days as the 60th Anniversary of Edmonds Arts Festival showcases music and performances on two centrally located stages. Jazz On The Plaza, inspired by Edmonds music…
Artfully Edmonds: Arts that strut through the summer calendar
Edmonds never disappoints when it comes to summertime and the arts. As Memorial Day kicks off much anticipated warmer weather, Artfully Edmonds is taking a look toward live theatre, art shows, festivals and films. There’s a lot being offered, so bookmark My Edmonds News and pre-plan some fun outings for your family, or date,…
Phoenix Theatre plans a party and open rehearsal for Tuesday evening
Tuesday, May 23 7 p.m. Crossing Delancey Directed by David Bailey Sneak Peek on Rehearsals! The Phoenix Theatre Upper level Firdale Shopping Plaza 9673 Firdale Ave. If you have ever wondered how actors and directors get ready for opening night, this is your opportunity to get a behind the scenes sneak peek. The Phoenix Theatre…
Artfully Edmonds: Defying the weather, our arts community heralds spring with its exhibitions
Friday, April 28 8 p.m. Curtain Plays through May 14 The Drowsy Chaperone The Driftwood Players Directed by Paul Macs Music direction by Mark Press Next Friday, the Driftwood Players troupe (The Players) opens yet another musical theatre large-cast extravaganza. Directed by Paul Macs, with music direction by Mark Press, The Drowsy Chaperone follows the very…
Review: Don’t miss Frankie’s make-out session in “Female of the Species”
Sell Out Alert! The Phoenix Theater “Female of the Species” by Joanna Murray-Smith Director: Eric Lewis They’re making out at The Phoenix Theatre and – believe us – you will not want to miss it! Back stabbing, betrayal, gun play, partner-switcharoos, and if you’re watching the background scenes, quite a bit of making out on the…
Artfully Edmonds: Dancing, divas and dinner theatre make for an exciting week
The Phoenix Rises on Female of the Species Opening Night! Friday, April 14 8 p.m. The Phoenix Theater Opens “Female Of the Species” by Joanna Murray-Smith Director: Eric Lewis Pay-What-You-Can Dress Rehearsal Thursday, April 13 What to expect when the lights dim: Thirty years previous, author Margot Mason (played by comedienne Melanie Calderwood) wrote her…
Local playhouse to represent Edmonds at Seattle’s FringeFest
Saturday/Sunday March 25/26 Friday/Saturday March 31/ April 1 The Phoenix Theatre does the Seattle Fringe Festival Eclectic Theatre 1214 10th Ave. Seattle’s Broadway district Askew By Debra Rich Gettleman Directed by Eric Lewis Only one beyond-the-pale theatre company was selected to show their stuff at Seattle FringeFest 2017 and that one premier group of actors…
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Artfully Edmonds: The sounds of music overtake Edmonds
Shakespeare penned its reference into his verses, and what opera does not refer to it directly? Orchestras are formed, the bands play, and occasionally it — itself — is the main character of novels – such as Mitch Albom’s, The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto. And Edmonds abounds in it. Music! Music takes the lead…
Artfully Edmonds: Exhilarating updates from the theatre district
From the 8th Annual Festival of Shorts and generous audition calls from The Driftwood Players (The Players/Players), to inclusion into the Seattle Fringe Festival 2017 for the Phoenix Theatre; and Ballyhoo Theatre on the move – there are acting and stage-hand openings galore for volunteers, young people, opportunities to join strong well-established companies, and a welcoming theatre…
Artfully Edmonds: New managing director for Edmonds’ comedy theatre, The Phoenix
Artfully Edmonds enjoys introducing many fine and accomplished Edmonds-area artists, actors, and writers to My Edmonds News readers. It is always a privilege to showcase individuals who are taking part in the groundswell, “Edmonds, an arts destination!” This week we are very excited to introduce Debra Rich Gettleman (DRG), newly hired managing director of The…