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.
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.
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.
A new Comedy Series begins on Friday, March 13, at 7:30 p.m. with an amazing troupe of improv players.
Relying on years of experience, wicked-sharp wit and lightning-fast reflexes, two teams from Unexpected Productions standoff against each other, in a fiercely competitive improv match to impress a panel of local judges.
Using audience suggestions to create scenes and situations, each team of experienced actors must create totally improvised sketches on the spot. The best suggestions are usually honest answers that come from our audiences’ lives, so don't be afraid to speak up!
The most polished improv troupe in the city. -Seattle Times theater critic, Misha Berson
You will see a group of talented improvisational magicians pulling spontaneous rabbits from their imaginary hats all night long. -Seattle Weekly
Reserved Seating tickets ($25) are available now. The next show in the 2015 Comedy Series is "Matt Baker's Comedy + Stunt Show" on Saturday, May 16.
Ever wanted to sing on stage? Here's your opportunity to impress your friends and family with your vocal talent. Belt out your favorite tunes, karaoke style, on the stage at the Gesa Power House Theatre!
A memorable evening of karaoke, with balloon pops and 50/50 raffle begins at 07:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 14.
Tickets ($40) to this annual fundraising event benefit the Walla Walla Choral Society. Appetizers included; wine available for purchase.
Please join Danza Classica Ballet Foundation on Saturday, March 21 at the Gesa Power House Theatre and help raise money for The Performing Comany - a dance group led by Idalee Hutson-Fish.
This year we have re-tooled the event to focus on more dance performances for guests to enjoy and are bringing in professional ballet dancers from Ballet Idaho to join us for the weekend.
The community will have the chance to indulge in ballet Master Classes, immersion classes and more under the guidance of Idalee Hutson-Fish and the professional dancers. We will also be returning with our popular Cut-a-Thon during the day on Saturday providing haircuts, styling and more for guests in a high-tempo setting. Meet the new girls joining The Performing Company and learn more about their goals as they prepare to return to Europe in 2016 for the World Dance Grand Prix. Last year's troop placed exceptionally well, taking 1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall trophies for various disciplines.
Enjoy delicious small bites, wine and beer beginning at 7:00 p.m. Tickets ($30) are available online or through any of the many people involved in the event.
Plus, it's a chance to wear a tutu, so who wouldn't want to come?
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!
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.
