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THE RING, WEINER DOG RALLY And BRASILFEST Among The Seattle Center's 8/13-16 Events
By: Reynard Loki Aug. 05, 2009
Live at Seattle Center: Spotlight on Summer continues with an array of fun, Free and affordable activities, Aug. 13 - 16, on Seattle Center campus. In addition to ongoing exhibits, performances and attractions at numerous campus destinations, the following is scheduled:
Where: Marion Oliver McCaw Hall at Seattle Center
Few opera companies dare to take on composer Richard Wagner's The Ring. This cycle of four epic operas tells the story of a magic ring that grants its holder the power to rule the world. Dramatic action and monumental music will lead you through the world of Wagner's gods and goddesses – the ring that tears them apart, the Valkyrie who dares to disobey, the boy who knows no fear, and the downfall of the gods. Website: seattleopera.org.What: Weiner Dog RallyWhen: Aug. 13, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: International Fountain Lawn, FreeDog owners compete with their pure bred dachshunds at the Emerald Downs Wiener Dog Rally. It is their last chance to qualify for the Wiener Dog Races at Emerald Downs. There will also be a Humane Society Adoption mobile on site. Website: www.emeralddowns.com.
When: Aug. 14 - 15, various times
Where: SIFF Cinema at Marion Oliver McCaw HallThe Skateboard Film Festival features independent skateboard films from the United States and all over the world. The goal of the festival is to nurture and encourage the next generation of filmmakers. The festival begins with the premiere of ??oA Day at the Park,??¯ by Seattle filmmaker Scott Yamamura, about the history of skateboarding in Seattle. Website: theskateboardfilmfestival.comWhat: KEXP and Seattle Center Present Concerts at the Mural
When: Aug. 14, 6 p.m.
Where: Mural Amphitheatre at Seattle Center, FreeDiscover great music as KEXP and Seattle Center present Concerts at the Mural, Friday evenings through Aug. 21. The series offers an eclectic mix of up-and-coming artists and nationally recognized independent music acts. The Dodos and Army Navy take to the Amphitheatre stage on Aug. 14. Website: KEXP.org or seattlecenter.com
When: Aug. 15, 9 p.m.
Where: Mural Amphitheatre at Seattle Center, FreeSeattle Center Movies at the Mural features fabulous films shown outdoors on a 45-foot screen at the foot of the Mural lawn, Saturdays now through August 29, and Friday, August 28. The Aug. 15 showing features Director Randal Kleiser's film version of the hit Broadway musical, Grease, that delightfully captures how 1950s teen angst took the country by storm. Website: seattlecenter.comWhat: Safeco Insurance Festal: BrasilFest
When: Aug. 16, noon - 5 p.m.
Where: Seattle Center Campus, FreeFollow the drumbeats to BrasilFest, Where you'll find colorful costumes, Brazilian foods, martial arts and music that illuminate Brazil's African, Portuguese and indigenous roots. Listen for the classical guitar, samba rhythms and the percussive beats of traditional Brazilian music, watch a demonstration of the elegant and powerful Capoeira martial arts and explore the essence of this complex South American culture. Website: seattlecenter.com/festal. Seattle Center draws you in. Its vibrant pulse brings together people of all ages and walks of life to create thousands of extraordinary experiences that enrich millions of lives each year. Entertainment options abound - starting with 63 Free and low cost public programs and over 5,000 shows and events annually. The 74-acre campus, with its 17 acres of open space, is welcoming to all - and is home to more than 30 cultural, educational, sports and entertainment organizations. This treasured urban park exists to delight and inspire the human spirit in each person and bring our rich and varied community together. The 12 million visitors to Seattle Center each year generate $1.15 billion in business activity and $387 million in labor income for King County. For more information, visit www.seattlecenter.com.
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