Must List: ‘Outside Mullingar’ at the Rep, Spring Fashion Show
What to do this weekend in Seattle
By Seattle magazine staff April 23, 2015
Must Go East
Canvas of Style Runway Show
Saturday (4/25, 9 a.m.) The style set will flock to Bellevue Square’s center court to preview the season’s must-have trends during this before-hours fashion show.
Must See
Carmina Burana at The Moore
(4/23 to 4/26, times vary) This weekend, Seattle choreographer Donald Byrd stages a fresh take on the iconic Carmina Burana, promising a stripped-down, intimate approach to the feverish masterpiece.
Must Watch
Seattle Rep Presents Outside Mullingar
(4/24 to 5/17, times vary) John Patrick Shanley’s newest work (nominated for a Tony in 2014) leaves behind the playwright’s beloved NYC setting for rural Ireland, where neighboring 40-something farmers turn from feuding to falling in love.
Must Read and Drink
5 Poems and 5 Drinks at Seattle Bars
Honor the remaining days of National Poetry Month with a stiff drink and a sensational poem. We’ve highlighted five perfect poems to read while imbibing a beverage at five different Seattle bars.
Must Tour
Northwest Green Home Tour
(4/25 to 4/26, times vary) See the latest sustainable living trends in action on this self-guided tour–newly expanded to two days–showcasing local examples of solar panels, rainwater systems, salvaged wood and other green goodies.
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