September 24 - October 10
The Belle of Amherst
A Broadway masterpiece about Emily Dickinson
THE BELLE OF AMHERST starring Maria Glanz comes to Centerstage this
September for a limited engagement. One of the most beloved American poets,
Emily Dickinson is known only through her letters and her vast collection of poems;
much of her private, secluded life in Amherst, Massachusetts, in the mid-nineteenth
century remains a mystery. Her poetry, published after her death, reveals a
contemporary sensibility that transcends the limitations of her provincial life,
her gender and her era. Accompanied by cellist Brad Hawkins'
live original musical score, William Luce's tour de force one-woman drama utilizes these writings to depict a witty,
passionate, and conflicted woman wrestling with the largest questions of existence.
Show Dates
Saturday matinee - October 9th @ 2.00 PM
September 24 - October 10
November 27 - December 22
Sleeping Beauty
Holiday fun for the whole family
The latest in our hugely popular holiday shows. A musical and laugh riot for the whole family. Specially commissioned from one of the masters of the genre, Paul Hendy, Sleeping Beauty tells the familiar story in unique panto style.
Show Dates
Evening show times will be at 7:00 PM
Special additional shows: Sunday, December 19th at 7:00 PM and Wednesday, December 22nd at 7:00 PM
November 27 - December 22
January 8
The Gingerbread Boy
Thistle Theatre
A regular at the Knutzen Family Theatre, Thistle Theatre returns with their astonishing puppets beloved by local kids.
Show Dates
11:00 PM - 2:00 PM
January 8
January 28 - February 10
My Way
A tribute to Frank Sinatra
America's greatest entertainer!
A tribute to the great Frank Sinatra performed by four of the Region's leading
musical theatre artists.
Show Dates
This show is 3 weekends long with one Saturday matinee on
Saturday, February 19th at 2:00 PM
January 28 - February 20
March 8 - Apr 3
The Woman In Black
A ghost story that will have you on the edge of your seat
A ghost story that will have you on the edge of your seat!
Really gripping ghost stories on stage are all too few and far between. The Woman In Black is brilliantly effective spine-chiller and as immaculate an example of the gothic horror story as you could wish for.
Show Dates
This show is 3 weekends long with one Saturday matinee on
Saturday, April 2nd at 2:00 PM
March 8 - Apr 2
April 8 - April 9
The Frog Prince
Missoula Children's Theatre
Local kids learn a show in a week and perform it twice with the assistance of two professional actors with this ever-popular Children's Theatre Company. Moms and Dads . . . it's scheduled during Spring Break!
Show Dates
April 8th and 9th at 7:00 PM
April 8 - April 9
April 17
Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra
One of the great community orchestras in the nation, Seattle Philharmonic returns to the Knutzen Family theatre under Maestro Adam Stern to perform one of the most popular pieces in the classic music canon: Beethoven's Emperor Concerto.
Show Dates
Sunday, April 17th at 2:00 PM
April 17
April 23
Derek Evans as Theodore Roosevelt
As part of Centerstage's "Americana" series which has previously featured one-man shows based on the lives of Mark Twain and Will Rogers, we present Derek Evans as the one and only Theodore Roosevelt.
Show Dates
April 23
April 23rd 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
May 13 - June 5
I'm Into Something Good
High octane musical celebrating the 60's
The United States of America may have declared independence in 1776, but they were invaded again by the Brits in the 1960's. This high energy, high octane musical is fuelled by the hit songs of the Great British bands of the day.
Show Dates
Saturday matinee on May 28th and June 4th at 2:00 PM
May 13 - June 5
October 13 - 14
Two Play Readings
Free Theatre Week
Two play readings, both free of charge. Cynthia White directs David Ives raunchy and hilarious Don Juan in Chicgo, Rosa Joshi directs a new play by acclaimed Seattle playwright, Vincent Delaney.
Show Dates
October 13 - 14
October 14
Red Tag Presents
An evening of music, comedy, and dance, featuring the talents of up and coming young
artists of the Northwest. A lighthearted review featuring music you know, and some you don't.
Tickets at Centerstage 253-661-1444 $5.00
Show Dates
October 14th 8:00 PM
October 14
October 29 - 30
Lost Chances
Murder Mystery Dinner Theatre
On stage at the Knutzen
Murder Myster Dinner Theatre Onstage at the Knutzen!
Two orphaned kids, Hansel and Gretel Chance, are set adrift in the 'forest' of horse racing. Each member of the audience receives $100,000 at the top of the show. Bet on a horse race, purchase horseflesh ... but above all, have a murderously good time.
Show Dates
October 29 - 30
November 2nd
A Celebration of Chopin
A recital celebrating the composer's 200th birthday. Mark Salman, known
internationally and locally, will introduce his selections with informal
commentary and anecdotes illustrating Chopin's life, personality and times
as reflected in his music. Tickets at Centerstage 253-661-1444.
Show Dates
November 2nd 2:00 PM
November 2
March 31st
Hole in Shoe
An evening of live music and dance that is creative, innovative, and
always entertaining; this lively mix of music and movement will
intrigue and inspire you. Tickets at Centerstage 253-661-1444.
Show Dates
March 31st 8:00 PM
March 31
April 10
Pandas of China
Becci Crowe
Becci Crowe shares her experiences of China and her time volunteering
at China's largest Panda Research and Conservation Reserve. There will be a
reception immediately following the program. Tickets at Centerstage 253-661-1444. Adults $10.00; 17 & Under Free
Sponsored by City of Federal Way Arts Commission. Becci's art
will be displayed in the lobby 04/08 - 06/30.
