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‘Songs for a New World’ • villagetheatre.org We can all use the kind of celebration of new beginnings that Village Theatre is presenting in Jason Robert Brown’s “Songs for a New World.” Not quite a musical and not quite a concert, this collection of shorts is filled with uplifting songs that celebrate life and envision a better future. It’s just the thing for energizing everyone to get out there and build that better world — or at least make it through the winter. Village Theatre, Issaquah; Jan. 14–Feb. 13; pricing TBA Everett; Feb. 18–March 13; pricing TBA
Yamato Drummers of Japan at The Moore Theatre
‘Humans 2.0’ • meanycenter.org “Humans 2.0” by the Australian circus arts performance ensemble Circa has been called “a love letter to humanity.” Whether kids get the message of hope and human resilience or just marvel at the acrobatics, they are sure to enjoy this international traveling troupe’s performance. Note that children younger than 5 are not admitted to Meany Hall. Meany Center for the Performing Arts, Seattle; Jan. 20–22; pricing TBA
‘Science Circus’ (a steal!) • auburnwa.gov It’s a popular myth that art and science are enemies — “Science Circus” puts the art in science and the science in art in a performance that teaches Newtonian physics using the force of levity. Blending comedy and circus arts, “Science Circus” demonstrates gravity (through bowling ball juggling), gyroscopic stability (through glass bowl spinning), centripetal force (with lassos) and other cool science tricks. Auburn Avenue Theater, Auburn; Jan. 22; $10
‘Anastasia’ (a splurge!) • stgpresents.org Originally scheduled for Broadway at the
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Paramount’s canceled 2020 season, “Anastasia” has been rescheduled for January 2022. It follows the story of Anya, who pairs up with a con man and a former aristocrat on an adventure to discover her own past. Is she the missing Russian princess? The Paramount Theatre, Seattle; Jan. 25–30; $35+
The Original Harlem Globetrotters: Spread Game Tour • angelofthewindsareana.com The original Original Harlem Globetrotters exhibition basketball team was formed in 1926. Those first players may be long gone, but nearly 100 years later, the current generation is just as sure to impress with its superpower-like skills in the service of playful family entertainment. It’s a wonderful, creative contrast to the too-serious world of competitive sports. Angel of the Winds Arena, Everett; Jan. 28; $20–$110
‘Red Riding Hood’ • sct.org Seattle Children’s Theatre returns to live productions in February with a world premiere. Its farcical take on “Red Riding Hood” features Wolfgang, the greatest actor in the world preparing for his biggest role yet, and a delivery driver who questions his story. Despite the high jinks, the story’s theme of courage is timelier than ever. Virtual options are available. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle; Feb. 1–March 6; $15–$40
Yamato Drummers of Japan (a splurge!) • stgpresents.org The ritualized way that taiko drummers play their instruments resembles dance, but even if you listen with your eyes closed, a traditional taiko drum performance is an intense, whole-body experience. Hailing from Japan’s Nara Prefecture, the Yamato Drummers take an innovative and original approach to this traditional Japanese musical instrument while still imparting the spirit of Japan. The Moore Theatre, Seattle; Feb. 14; $32–$42
‘Seussical the Musical’ (a steal!) • tmp.org The Cat in the Hat narrates a mash-up of Horton’s stories: Horton faces challenges in his dealings with thinker Jojo and other Whos, and in hatching the egg left behind by Mayzie La Bird. But with support from Gertrude McFuzz and through Horton’s own steadfast loyalty, friendship and family survive. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma; Feb. 26–March 6; $12–$15 ■ Seattle-based freelance writer Gemma Alexander focuses on the intersection of parenting and the arts.
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