Inside Seattle Rep

WORKSHOP

Processing Current Events Through Theater

In this one-day participatory workshop, you will have an opportunity to process current events of your choosing through Augusto Boal’s Theater of the Oppressed techniques.

Jul 30, 2020

GET CREATIVE

Public Works' The Seed Project

Our Seattle Rep's Public Works team will be collecting responses to a prompt and commissioning an artist to create a mural in our building as a part of a Public Works National collaborative project. You're invited to contribute a submission!

Jul 30, 2020

Workshops

Masterclass Mondays

Artists from previous Seattle Rep productions offer virtual masterclasses on a variety of topics.

Jul 30, 2020

ENGAGEMENT EVENT

Creative Conversations

Artistic Director Braden Abraham interviews past Seattle Rep collaborators in our new online Creative Conversations series.

Jul 30, 2020

ADVICE

Dear Julie: VOTE VOTE VOTE!

In the latest Dear Julie column, local actor Julie Briskman gives advice on how to have difficult conversations with your loved ones regarding racial justice and the current movement towards equality.

Jul 23, 2020

INTERVIEW

What Does a Director Do?

We wanted to know more about different directing processes, so we asked a few directors on staff and beyond about what being a director means to them. We even got to know their favorite rehearsal snacks.

Jul 16, 2020

Listen

Let's Talk Tech Podcast

In our latest episode, hear from Sann Hall, Seattle Rep's Production Manager, about the field of production management, the benefits of being a multidisciplinary artist, exploring site-specific work, and much more.

Jul 16, 2020

GET INVOLVED

Food & Mask Drive with WashMasks

From July 29–August 1, Seattle Rep is holding a Food and Mask Drive in partnership with WashMasks Mutual Aid. Learn more about how to donate and sign up to volunteer.

Jul 13, 2020

INTERVIEW

Responding to the Present Moment

Check out an interview with our Director of Casting and New Play Development Kaytlin McIntyre about why it’s important to keep creating new plays while theaters are dark.

Jul 11, 2020

ADVICE

Dear Julie: Premade Meals

In the newest Dear Julie column, local actor Julie Briskman gives advice on whether or not to reveal your homemade meals are crafted from love or a premade package.

Jul 08, 2020

PHOTO FLASH

U.S. History On Stage

Take a look through the last century, as seen on the stages of Seattle Rep.

Jul 02, 2020

Get Involved

Bloodworks Northwest Pop-Up Donor Center

Seattle Rep is hosting a Pop-Up Donor Center with Bloodworks Northwest throughout the month of August.

Jul 01, 2020

ADVICE

Dear Julie: Share the Love

In our latest Dear Julie column, local actor Julie Briskman gives advice on how to handle having intimate dreams about someone other than your partner.

Jun 24, 2020

RESOURCES

Pride Month Events & Resources

In this compiled events and resource listing, find just a few of the many ways to engage with Pride this month and support the LGBTQ+ community year-round.

Jun 19, 2020

ARTICLE

Queer Narratives On Stage

In our 2019/20 season, we saw queer relationships and history on stage in our productions of Indecent, Shout Sister Shout!, and The Importance of Being Earnest. Take a deeper look at the representation of Queer lives on stage this past season.

Jun 18, 2020

EVENTS

Juneteenth Events

Explore a selection of Juneteenth events and celebrations taking place in Seattle and across the country, including play readings, dance and music performances, panel discussions, and more.

Jun 17, 2020

Engagement Event

An Evening With Earnest

Join us on Thursday, June 25 at 7 p.m. for a live virtual benefit reading of The Importance of Being Earnest on Zoom.

Jun 15, 2020

Creative Space

Creative Space for BIPOC

Seattle Rep is offering free use of our space through July for anyone who identifies as Black, Indigenous, or a Person of Color. There are no project requirements – the space can be used for solitary activities of creation or healing, or small gatherings.

Jun 11, 2020

Advice

Dear Julie: Being in the Moment

In our third Dear Julie column, local actor Julie Briskman gives advice on living in the moment and taking action in your community.

Jun 11, 2020

RESOURCES

Racial Justice Resources

With anguish and deep sorrow, we mourn the lives of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, and Tony McDade. Access our growing list of racial justice resources and organizations that are actively engaged in helping to end these acts of violence.

Jun 01, 2020

Watch

Intermission Edition: Theater Magic Moments

From creating fake vomit to a beheading, we're sharing some of our most memorable theater magic moments in this week's Intermission Edition.

May 29, 2020

Advice

Dear Julie: Kissing Dilemma

In our second Dear Julie column, local actor Julie Briskman gives advice on how to cope with a noisy stomach when kissing.

May 29, 2020

WATCH

Intermission Edition: Share Your Light Stories

We asked artists, staff, and our patrons to #ShareYourLight with us while our stages are dark. Hear just a few of the stories and favorite memories that came our way from artists, staff members, and friends of Seattle Rep.

May 22, 2020

ONLINE CLASS

Collective Playwriting

Join us on Zoom for a brand-new online teen class: Collective Playwriting with Alex Lee Reed.

May 22, 2020

Advice

Dear Julie: Loud Chewing & Cookies

In our first Dear Julie column, local actor Julie Briskman gives advice on eating what you want and how to deal with incredibly loud chewing during quarantine.

May 22, 2020

Interview

Intermission Edition: Seattle Rep’s History with Musicals

In this week's Intermission Edtion, we chat with our Producing Director Elisabeth Farwell-Moreland and Artistic Associate Hattie Andres about Seattle Rep’s history with musicals.

May 15, 2020

GET CREATIVE

If Your Life Were a Musical...

Get some inspiration from classic American musical structure and styles and come up with your own proposal for a new musical about you!

May 15, 2020

Advice

Dear Julie

Need some advice? Local actor Julie Briskman (Tiny Beautiful Things) answers anonymous questions in our newest blog series, Dear Julie.

May 12, 2020

Test Your Knowledge

Seattle Rep Trivia

How well do you know Seattle Rep's history? Find out by taking our famous faces quiz and playing a little trivia.

May 08, 2020

WATCH

Intermission Edition: Staff Favorite Spots Video Tour

Get a glimpse at some of our staff’s favorite places within our building with a behind-the-scenes video tour.

May 08, 2020

Online Class

Unpacking Emotion

Join us on Zoom for a brand-new online teen class: Unpacking Emotion with Alex Lee Reed.

May 08, 2020

WATCH

Meet August Wilson Monologue Finalist Cassidy Huff

Hear what one of our 2020 August Wilson Monologue finalists, Cassidy Huff, has to say about her experience with the AWMC in a brand-new interview.

May 01, 2020

WATCH

Intermission Edition: Meet Youth Engagement Manager Alex Lee Reed

Learn more about our youth engagement programming from Youth Engagement Manager Alex Lee Reed on this week's Intermission Edition.

May 01, 2020

ARTICLE

Speaking Wilson’s Words: The August Wilson Monologue Competition Reaches 10 Years

Hear from past and present August Wilson Monologue Competition finalists about the program's impact on their lives and future goals.

Apr 30, 2020

GET INVOLVED

Food+ Drive for Seattle Rep's Public Works Partners

Learn how you can contribute to Seattle Rep's Food+ Drive to benefit our Public Works partner organizations.

Apr 29, 2020

WATCH & READ

Access, Connect, Amplify: Seattle Rep's Arts Engagement

Hear from Nabra Nelson, Director of Arts Engagement, about the philosophy, mission, and impact behind Seattle Rep's arts engagement programming.

Apr 24, 2020

Workshops

Staff Sessions

From casting to painting techniques, learn about a variety of theater topics from our amazing staff on Zoom.

Apr 24, 2020

WATCH

Lydia and the Troll Concert

Check out our Lydia and the Troll concert with creator Justin Huertas!

Apr 24, 2020

WATCH

The Importance of Being Earnest: #HappyNotOpening

The cast of The Importance of Being Earnest shares some of their favorite quotes from the play on what would have been their Opening Night.

Apr 22, 2020

Article

Intermission Edition: How Seattle Rep Staff Stay Centered

From baking to meditation, our amazing staff shares their tips for staying centered during #stayathome.

Apr 17, 2020

Quarantine Kitchen

Show-Inspired Recipes

Looking for something new to cook this week? Check out these Seattle Rep show-inspired recipes for some inspiration.

Apr 17, 2020

Gallery

Public Works Virtual Art Walk

Check out some of the incredible artwork our Public Works community has been creating during #stayathome.

Apr 10, 2020

Interview

Intermission Edition: Behind the Camera with Derek Edamura

Seattle Rep's Public Works videographer Derek Edamura discusses his passion for Public Works and storytelling in a brand-new interview.

Apr 10, 2020

Online Class

Who I Am Meets Who I’ll Be: Building Character Through Self-Discovery

Calling all teens! Join us for a beginning acting class on zoom!

Apr 10, 2020

Resources

Seattle Artist COVID-19 Resource List

A curated list of grants, emergency assistance programs, and more for artists and freelancers.

Apr 06, 2020

Watch

Intermission Edition: New Works

Learn more about our New Works Program and next season's world premieres from members of our artistic team.

Apr 03, 2020

Engagement Event

Emma Book Club

Dive into this beloved classic with us every Friday through May 1!

Apr 02, 2020

WATCH

2020/21 Season Preview Event

Hear songs, excerpts, and more from some of the amazing artists involved in our new season.

Apr 01, 2020

WATCH

Intermission Edition: It's #WorldTheaterDay

Celebrate #WorldTheaterDay with a look back at one of our most ambitious productions: Here Lies Love!

Mar 27, 2020

WATCH

Intermission Edition: A Spotlight on Our Patrons

Hear some Seattle Rep memories and learn more about #shareyourlight.

Mar 20, 2020

Article

“Public Works Feels Like Coming Home”

Through Seattle Rep’s Public Works partnership with Compass Housing Alliance at the Renton Veterans Center, participants Neysa and Jessica Peterson are rediscovering a sense of “home” and building a stronger community through theater.

Mar 18, 2020

Listen

KUOW: Drawing the Line on Progress, for Certain Citizens

Local Seattle leaders discuss redlining and gentrification as part of a joint panel discussion with KUOW and Seattle Rep for August Wilson's Jitney.

Mar 16, 2020

Listen

Denying Death: How We Accept, Deny, and Wrestle with Death

Join us as we bravely and necessarily talk about death and how it influences culture.

Mar 11, 2020

Article

Alternative Energy

Learn about the many forms of energy used in the world today.

Mar 10, 2020

Article

August Wilson: Did you know...?

Six facts about Jitney’s legendary playwright August Wilson and his connections to Seattle Rep!

Mar 09, 2020

Interview

Interview with Jeanne Paulsen

Check out our interview with The Children's Jeanne Paulsen!

Mar 04, 2020

Article

A Brief History of Jitneys

Learn more about the inspiration behind August Wilson's play.

Mar 03, 2020

Article

Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Wilsonian Warrior

Jitney director Ruben Santiago-Hudson has been described as one of the “master interpreters” of August Wilson’s works.

Feb 28, 2020

Seattle Rep Art Walk

Carol R Williams

Learn more about our featured artist for August Wilson's Jitney, Carol R Williams.

Feb 26, 2020

Article

The American Century Cycle

Seattle Rep was an artistic home for Wilson, and over the last few decades, Seattle Rep has become one of the few theaters in the nation to produce his full ten-play American Century Cycle.

Feb 24, 2020

Article

August Wilson: The American Shakespeare

Feb 24, 2020

Listen

Privilege in Times of Crisis

How does the meaning and power of privilege shift in times of community crisis and how should we harness our privilege at those times?

Feb 21, 2020

Article

An Accidental Disaster

Lucy Kirkwood’s The Children imagines nuclear physicists grappling with the effects of a fictional environmental disaster, similar to that of the real nuclear accident that took place in Fukushima, Japan.

Feb 14, 2020

Interview

True West Interview

Check out our brand-new True West interview!

Feb 12, 2020

Article

Local Environmental Justice

Seattle Rep is partnering with a few of the many organizations leading the charge on climate change in the region. Get involved and learn how you can support these organizations!

Feb 11, 2020

Interview

Interview with Zachary Ray Sherman

Actor Zachary Ray Sherman discusses True West in a brand-new interview!

Feb 04, 2020

Interview

Confronting Our Eco-Legacy: A Conversation with Director Tim Bond

Feb 03, 2020

Listen

Warring Brothers: Toxic Masculinity and Art

Join local thought leaders in a panel discussion on True West, the male self, and toxic masculinity.

Jan 31, 2020

Seattle Public Library

Jitney Reading List

Jan 29, 2020

Article

Going West: The Evolution of Sam Shepard

The style of Shepard’s plays evolved throughout his career, often mirroring his own experiences. Take a deeper look at some of his most notable plays to trace this evolution.

Jan 24, 2020

Seattle Rep Art Walk

Miles Schlagel

Learn about our featured artist for True West, Miles Schlagel!

Jan 22, 2020

Listen

Days of Heaven Post-Screening Panel Discussion

Jan 17, 2020

Article

Famous Sibling Rivalries

True West explores the intricacies of sibling rivalry between two brothers. Explore a few examples of famous sibling rivalries throughout history!

Jan 16, 2020

Article

Sam Shepard: "The Existential Cowboy"

Jan 15, 2020

Seattle Public Library

The Children Reading List

Jan 10, 2020

Interview

Interview with Carrie Compere

Check out our interview with Shout Sister Shout! lead Carrie Compere!

Dec 26, 2019

Seattle Rep Art Walk

Rae Akino

Dec 25, 2019

Interview

Hershey Felder Q&A

We asked Hershey Felder about portraying Beethoven and Monsieur Chopin as both a musician and actor.

Dec 20, 2019

Interview

An Interview with Randy Johnson

Shout Sister Shout! director and co-creator Randy Johnson on the making of the musical!

Dec 18, 2019

The Making of

Shout Sister Shout!: Choreography

Dec 14, 2019

Listen

Art and Adversity: A Panel Discussion with Local Artists

Hear from local artists about how they connect to Sister Rosetta Tharpe and what propels their work in the face of external pressures and oppressions.

Dec 13, 2019

Seattle Public Library

True West Reading List

Dec 12, 2019

Article

Sister Rosetta Tharpe: A Legacy

While Sister Rosetta Tharpe is known for being the “Godmother of Rock ’n’ Roll,” the scope of her influence across the entire landscape of American— and international—music is largely unknown.

Dec 12, 2019

Shout Sister Shout! Press

Dec 03, 2019

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Carol Dennis

It's a Hot Minute with Shout Sister Shout! actor Carol Dennis!

Nov 27, 2019

The Making of

Shout Sister Shout!: Costumes

An inside look at the making of the costumes for Shout Sister Shout!

Nov 22, 2019

Listen

An Evening with the Creators

Join Gayle F. Wald (Biographer) and Cheryl L. West (Co-Creator and Playwright) for a special post-show discussion.

Nov 20, 2019

Shout Sister Shout! Trailer

Nov 18, 2019

Article

Death, The Unknown, and Trying to Talk About It

Nov 05, 2019

Interview

A Conversation with Playwright Cheryl L. West

Nov 04, 2019

Article

Seattle Rep’s New Works Program Turns 40

This season, Seattle Rep celebrates the 40th anniversary of our New Works Program.

Nov 04, 2019

Listen

Language as Culture

As a multi-lingual play, Indecent highlights the importance of language in culture and religion. Yiddish, Hebrew, and Ladino have an especially unique history and significance that we will explore in this in-depth discussion.

Oct 24, 2019

Seattle Public Library

Shout Sister Shout! Reading List

Oct 22, 2019

The Great Moment Trailer

Oct 19, 2019

Interview

Interview with Alexander Sovronsky

A brief interview with Indecent Music Director and actor/musician, Alexander Sovronsky!

Oct 19, 2019

Indecent Trailer

Oct 19, 2019

Interview

Interview with Andi Alhadeff

A brief interview with Indecent actor Andi Alhadeff.

Oct 19, 2019

Listen

Immigration Then and Now

Oct 17, 2019

ARTICLE

Indecent and Censorship of American Theater

Oct 11, 2019

Interview

An Interview with Playwright Anna Ziegler

Oct 01, 2019

Seattle Public Library

The Great Moment Reading List

Sep 27, 2019

Interview

Indecent Playwright Paula Vogel In Convo with Director Sheila Daniels

Sep 26, 2019

Article

Seattle Rep's New Vision: A Civic Call to Action

Sep 26, 2019

Article

Indecent: An Open Letter

Sep 26, 2019

Seattle Public Library

Indecent Reading List

Sep 18, 2019

Interview

Seattle Rep's New Look and Feel

Sep 16, 2019

Article

Indecent: A Travelogue

Sep 11, 2019

Article

Laurie Woolery and Shaina Taub on As You Like It

Aug 20, 2019

Synopsis

As You Like It

Aug 20, 2019

Interview

Meet Seattle Rep's Public Works Director, Angie Kamel

Get to know our Public Works Director, Angie Kamel!

Aug 19, 2019

Public Works

Seattle Rep's Public Works Luncheon

On January 29, we gathered together to celebrate and honor our Public Works program at our inaugural luncheon.

Aug 17, 2019

Interview

Interview with Julie Briskman

Check out our interview with Tiny Beautiful Things actor Julie Briskman!

Jun 26, 2019

PATP

Seattle Rep's PATP

We're throwing it back to our 2017/18 Professional Arts Training Program cohort!

Jun 20, 2019

Interview with Shontina Vernon

Actor Shontina Vernon discusses playing Nina Simone in a brand-new interview.

May 28, 2019

Interview with Shaunyce Omar

Actor Shaunyce Omar discusses Nina Simone: Four Women in a brand-new interview.

May 10, 2019

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Khanh Doan

It's a Hot Minute with A Doll's House, Part 2 actor Khanh Doan!

Apr 23, 2019

Gala

Untold: Your Story is our Future

Our 2019 Gala celebrated the untold stories that have shaped Seattle Rep. These are some of those stories.

Apr 23, 2019

Season Announcement 2019/20

Theater at the heart of public life. Welcome to our 2019/20 season

Apr 18, 2019

Last of the Boys - Interview with Steven Dietz and Braden Abraham

Playwright Steven Dietz and Director Braden Abraham discuss Last of the Boys in a brand-new interview.

Feb 05, 2019

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with UJ Mangune

It's a Hot Minute with In the Heights actor UJ Mangune!

Dec 21, 2018

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Courtney Arango

It's a Hot Minute with In the Heights actor Courtney Arango!

Dec 13, 2018

August Wilson Monologue Competition - New York 2018

A look at our August Wilson Monologue Competition Finalists trip to NYC.

Dec 04, 2018

An Interview with Composer David Coulter

Composer David Coulter discusses the sound of A Thousand Splendid Suns in a brand-new interview!

Nov 07, 2018

Interview with Haysam Kadri

Haysam Kadri discusses his character Rasheed, A Thousand Splendid Suns, and more in a brand-new interview!

Nov 01, 2018

Interview with Rinabeth Apostol

Actor Rinabeth Apostol discusses A Thousand Splendid Suns in a brand-new interview.

Oct 23, 2018

Behind-the-Scenes

The Complete Johnny Mc Tour

The famous Johnny Mc Tour comes to life in this five-part video series!

Aug 31, 2018

Behind-the-Scenes

In the Wings with Wiley - Leo K. Tour

Our Associate Technical Director, Wiley, gives us a tour of the Leo K. Theater.

Aug 15, 2018

Behind-the-Scenes

Making the Magic: A Beheading

*SPOILER ALERT* Major MAC BETH surprises are revealed in this video!

Jun 25, 2018

Quick Convo about MAC BETH

Learn all about MAC BETH from adapter/director Erica Schmidt and members of the cast!

Jun 21, 2018

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Aishé Keita

Check out our Hot Minute with Familiar's Aishé Keita!

May 18, 2018

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Keiko Green

It's a Hot Minute with The Great Leap's Keiko Green!

Apr 17, 2018

Gala

In Focus: Gala 2018

Our 2018 Gala raised a record-breaking $840,000 for the brand-new Poncho Forum.

Apr 16, 2018

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Hershey Felder

It's a Hot Minute with the one and only Hershey Felder!

Mar 08, 2018

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Annette Toutonghi

It's a Hot Minute with Ibsen in Chicago actor Annette Toutonghi

Feb 08, 2018

Quick Convo with Nicole and Carlton

A conversation with Two Trains Running actors Nicole Lewis and Carlton Byrde!

Feb 07, 2018

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Eugene Lee

It's a Hot Minute with Two Trains Running actor Eugene Lee!

Jan 25, 2018

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Kjerstine Anderson

It's a Hot Minute with Pride and Prejudice actor Kjerstine Andrson!

Oct 06, 2017

Seven Questions with Kate Hamill

Pride and Prejudice adapter Kate Hamill reveals all in a brand-new video!

Oct 04, 2017

Do-Good Darcy

It's just another day at The Office for the characters of Pride and Prejudice.

Oct 04, 2017

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Rajeev Varma

It's a Hot Minute with Pride and Prejudice actor Rajeev Varma!

Sep 27, 2017

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Justin Huertas

It's a Hot Minute with The Odyssey actor Justin Huertas!

Sep 06, 2017

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Conrad Ricamora

It's a Hot Minute with Here Lies Love actor Conrad Ricamora!

Jun 17, 2017

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with Alex Timbers

It's a Hot Minute with Here Lies Love director Alex Timbers!

May 02, 2017

Hot Minute

Hot Minute with David Byrne

It's a Hot Minute with the one and only David Byrne!

Apr 20, 2017

Behind-the-Scenes

The Making of Here Lies Love: The Build

An exclusive look at the making of the set for Here Lies Love!

Apr 06, 2017

Behind-the-Scenes

The Making of Here Lies Love: Choreography

An exclusive look at the choreography for Here Lies Love!

Apr 03, 2017

Behind-the-Scenes

The Making of Here Lies Love: Sound

An exclusive look at the sound design for Here Lies Love!

Mar 31, 2017

Behind-the-Scenes

The Making of Here Lies Love: Costumes

An exclusive look at the making of the costumes for Here Lies Love!

Mar 28, 2017

Behind-the-Scenes

In the Wings with WIley - Bagley Wright Tour

Our Associate Technical Director, Wiley, gives us a tour of the Bagley Wright Theater!

Sep 16, 2016