Vagabond Opera
European Cabaret! Vintage Americana! Balkan Belly Dance! Neo-Classical Opera! Old World Yiddish Theater!
Vagabond Opera is at the vanguard of a growing popularity in the Neo-cabaret phenomenon, and through their theatrical performances, lyrics in many languages, and an eclectic repertoire, they liberate opera from its usual construct, expanding musical and theatrical biodiversity. Vagabond Opera has performed all over the USA and in Europe. They have been featured on NPR and in the Washington Post, have shared stages and players with such acclaimed acts as Pink Martini, Devotchka, The Decembrists, Balkan Beat Box, The Cherry Poppin’ Daddies, and the Oregon Symphony.
Vagabond Opera delivers passionate offerings of Bohemian cabaret for young and old. Paris hot jazz, gut bucket swing, tangos, Ukrainian folk-punk ballads, klezmer and vigorous originals meet a world of riverboat gambling queens, Turkish belly dancers, and the enigmatic Marlene Dietrich. With four albums to draw from and a style that can change based on the audience, no two concerts are ever the same but are always performed with exuberance, skill and a gritty Vagabond edge.
The band’s core lineup features vocalists (including operatic tenor), accordion, saxophone, clarinet, cello, stand-up bass, and drums.
This is opera - liberated and reinvented for everyone!
The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 5, 2015. Reserved Seating tickets ($32-$28) are available.
The High Voltage Series presented by Pacific Power features acclaimed nationally-touring acts. Next up: Femme Fatale: The Music of Film Noir" on Saturday, April 25.
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"All That Glitters"
For one night only, Shakespeare Walla Walla will convert the Gesa Power House Theatre into an '80s-style discotheque, ala Studio 54.
The fun begins at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2015.
"Valentine's Day seems like a perfect choice for a dance party," says Shakespeare Walla Walla Board President Betsy Hadden. "Shoulder pads and sequins are encouraged, but not required."
The guest with the best costume wins a fabulous prize: dinner for six, prepared in your home, by the executive chef of Green Spoon restaurant.
Hosting the evening's festivities will be Mark “Mom” Finley, a professional drag queen female impersonator, with more than 20 years of experience. Live musical entertainment will be by Seattle cover band 80’s Invasion – sponsored by Tom Maccarone (owner of T. Maccarone's).
"All that Glitters is a tongue-in-cheek nod to The Merchant of Venice," says Ron Williams, Executive Director of Shakespeare Walla Walla. "'All that glitters is not gold, often we have heard this told...' This is going to be a big, bright, over-the-top party. I'm sure William Shakespeare would approve."
Tickets ($50) include one drink and appetizers by Andrae's Kitchen.
You won't want to miss this fun evening and opportunity to support Shakespeare Walla Walla!
Middle of Nowhere Sessions: Kelli Schaefer
The Middle of Nowhere Sessions concert series continues at the Gesa Power House Theatre on Friday, February 27 with Portland singer/songwriter Kelli Schaefer.
The doors open at 7:00 p.m.; the show starts at 8:00 p.m. A beer and wine bar will be open in the Electric Lounge throughout the evening.
Tickets purchased in advance are $15 general admission; $10 for students. Tickets at the door are $18 general admission and $12 students.
Jayme Stone's Lomax Project
Two-time Juno-winning banjoist, composer and instigator Jayme Stone makes music inspired by sounds from around the world, bridging folk, jazz and chamber music. His award-winning albums both defy and honor the banjo’s long role in the world’s music, turning historical connections into compelling music.
Jayme Stone’s Lomax Project is his latest adventure. Focusing on songs collected by folklorist and field recording pioneer Alan Lomax, this collaboratory brings together some of North America’s most distinctive and creative roots musicians to revive, recycle and re-imagine traditional music. The repertoire includes Bahamian sea chanties, African-American acappella singing from the Georgia Sea Islands, ancient Appalachian ballads, fiddle tunes and work songs collected from both well-known musicians and everyday folk: muleskinners, roustabouts, sawyers, prisoners, homemakers and schoolchildren. A new album will be out on Borealis Records in March 2015.
The 7:30 p.m. concert on Saturday, February 28 at the Gesa Power House Theatre will feature Jayme Stone with Lomax Project collaborators Margaret Glaspy, Brittany Haas and Joe Phillips.
Reserved Seating ($27-$22) tickets are available now.
The Moms' Network Fundraiser: Comedienne Maryellen Hooper
The Moms’ Network is excited to announce that Maryellen Hooper, winner of the American Comedy Award for Best Female Stand-Up, will perform during a fundraiser on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at the Gesa Power House Theatre.
A veteran in the world of stand-up, Maryellen Hooper’s comedy has taken her from clubs and colleges to theaters and television. She’s appeared on “The Dennis Miller Show”, “The Martin Short Show”, “The Tonight Show” with Jay Leno and has had her own ½ hour special on Comedy Central called “Lounge Lizards”. In 1998, the comedy industry awarded Maryellen “Female Comedian of the Year” at the American Comedy Awards.
A physical, story-teller, Maryellen's act is an ever-evolving story about her life as a woman, wife and mother. Never crude or offensive, her accounts of life’s little annoyances leave audiences exhausted from laughter. From home repairs on her family’s “fixer upper” to colicky babies, no story is too sacred to share with her audiences.
- 6:30 p.m. - Doors Open
- 7:00 p.m. - Local Lip Sync Sing Off
- 8:15 p.m. - Maryellen Hooper
- 9:30 p.m. - Dance Party in the Electric Lounge
Tickets will go on sale beginning November 7th:
- $85 VIP tickets will include Reserved Seating, a private Meet & Greet with Maryellen, wine by Isenhower Cellars, catering by Olive Marketplace & Café, and an event Swag Bag that will include a Maryellen Hooper DVD, a Moms’ Network cookbook and other local gift items.
- $50 Reserved Seating tickets will also be available.
This event is sponsored in part by Columbia REA.
For more information visit The Moms' Network or contact Beth Swanson at beth@themomsnetworkww.com.
The Moms’ Network of Walla Walla is a grassroots organization that provides an opportunity for parents to communicate, receive and exchange valuable community and parenting information, network with each other and be actively involved in the community. Since inception the Moms’ Network has advocated for families, provided support for early learning, supported volunteerism, and provided educational opportunities for parents.
Little Watts: "Myth Understandings"
The Adventist Health Little Watts Children's Series of Family Entertainment returns in 2015, beginning with Theater Simple's "Myth Understandings" on Thursday, March 12, at 6:30 p.m.
"Myth Understandings" begins as two excitable scientists are test-driving their new automatic, personal thinking machine (the "iHed"), containing all the world's myths and stories. Technical disaster throws the two into the middle of a world of adventure, excitement and danger.
You’ve probably heard these stories before, but not quite this way: fantastic, incredible, preposterous, absurd, superlative and sophisticated.
”A thoroughly funny and enjoyable frolic…Litzky and Kleinhans prance about with genuine glee in this smart work.”
-dB Magazine
Founded in Seattle, USA in 1991, Theater Simple is known for producing provocative, innovative, entertaining and frequently “impossible” theatrical experiences. In over 22 years of touring and producing, theater "simpletons" have produced over 1100 performances of over 45 plays in four countries on three continents.
Tickets are: $9 Adult and $6 Youth. This show is suitable for ages 5-13, with plenty of fun for the adults in the audience.
Next up in the Little Watts series: "Nearly Lear" on Thursday, April 9.
Private Events at the Power House
Walla Walla’s historic performing arts theatre is also available for a range of private events.
Weddings
We are a full-service wedding venue! With a certified Bridal Consultant, professional caterer, even limo service, we can provide you and your guests with the true Red Carpet treatment. We offer customizable wedding packages to meet every bride’s needs, and our staff is here to make sure that your big day is everything you imagined… and more!
Business Meetings, Private Parties, Etc.
Host your event in a truly unique space. We have multiple rooms to choose from to meet your needs. You can even be right on stage! We can supply tables, chairs, Wi-Fi access for all your guests, and can help you decide on catering services.
Contact Us Today!
Betsy Hadden
events@phtww.com
509.529.6500
"All That Glitters"
A 1980s-themed dance party will raise money for Shakespeare Walla Walla.
Middle of Nowhere Sessions: Kelli Schaefer
The Middle of Nowhere Sessions continues at the Gesa Power House Theatre!
Jayme Stone's Lomax Project
A collaborative musical exploration inspired by folklorist Alan Lomax.
The Moms' Network Fundraiser: Comedienne Maryellen Hooper
Stand-up veteran Maryellen Hooper helps raise money for The Moms' Network of Walla Walla.
