Theatre
"On Golden Pond" by Ernest Thompson runs at the Phoenix Theatre (formerly Edge of the World Theatre), 9673 Firdale Ave. in Edmonds, January 29 through February 21, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Directed by Scott B. Randall, the play explores family relationships and generation gaps with comedy and tears. For tickets and information, visit www.phoenixtheatreedmonds.com or phone (206) 533-2000.
The Village Theatre continues its run of the nostalgic musical "Meet Me in St. Louis" at the Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., through January 31. For tickets, visit www.villagetheatre.org or phone (425) 257-8600.
Elpis Arts of Marysville has planned a "Haiti Love Fest" benefit concert on Saturday, Feb. 6 at 7 p.m. at Damascus Road Church, 1050 State Avenue. The $5 minimum donation at the door will go toward Haitian relief efforts. The concert features local musicians Brad Loomis, Tony Kevin Jr. and Noah Gundersen.
Last Leaf Productions presents "I Do! I Do!" by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt Feb. 5, 6 and 12 at 7:30 p.m. at Basil and Chives Restaurant at 114 N. Lewis St. in Monroe. The 2-person musical takes audiences through 50 years of life with Michael and Agnes, starting with their wedding day. Phone (360) 794-4000 for reservations or visit www.lastleaf99.org for more information.
Village Theatre Pied Piper presents "Stellaluna" on Saturday, February 6, at 2 p.m. at the Everett Civic Auditorium. Stellaluna is a baby bat whose life changes dramatically when she is knocked out of her mother's grasp and into a nest of baby birds. Stellaluna teaches tolerance and acceptance of the natural differences between us. Tickets are priced at $12 and $14, and are available at www.villagetheatre.org or by calling (425) 257-8600.
Classes/Workshops
Learn the Art of Hanging Art in an informational workshop offered at the Marysville Public Library Saturday, Feb. 27, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Interior designer Kelly DuByne will demonstrate how to group, arrange and hang art so it is the focal point of the room. Cost is $20 and pre-registration is required. Phone the Marysville Parks Dept. at (360) 363-8400 for registration information.
New session of beginning acting classes for adults (age 15 and up) begins February 3 at the Historic Everett Theatre, sponsored by Red Curtain Foundation for the Arts. The 12-week session is offered in a "pay what you can" fee structure, with a minimum of $5 per class. Contact Scott Randall for details at
[email protected].
Authors
Craig Joseph Danner, author of the award-winning "Himalayan Dhaba," will be at The Bookworks on Saturday, January 30, from 1 to 3 p.m., reading from and signing his new novel, "The Fires of Edgarville." The Bookworks is located at 1510 Third Street in downtown Marysville, (360) 659-4997. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.