STG Presents NIGHTS AT THE NEPTUNE, Now thru 9/17

The Seattle Theatre Group (STG) has announced a new program supported by the City of Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, Neighborhood Matching Fund, Nights at the Neptune: A People's Theatre Joint.

Created to provide access to performance space and professional performance support, Nights at the Neptune features 8 programs that reflect a broad range of interests and artistic expressions. With funding from the Department of Neighborhoods, Nights at the Neptune programs give voice to emerging projects, underserved populations, and encourages exploration of issues that include race and social justice. Using a proposal submission process, the programs were selected by a group of artists, arts managers, and community leaders. Nights at the Neptune is by the people and for the people and features an array of performances ranging from comedy, music, theatre and more. All programs are of the artists design and will be supported with the provision of basic theatre staffing, technical support, marketing and public relations. All programs are open to the public, free of charge.

June 25 - 8PM

Out & In: A Pride Comedy Showcase - Gay City, Nick Sahaoyah, and Billy Anderson. showcase the best queer and queer affiliated comedians and producers in the region, featuring Solomon Georgio, Derek Sheen, and more great stand-up.

July 2 - 7PM

DAVID & JONATHAN: A Modern Day Retelling of The Biblical Story - Kathya Alexander and Brownbox Theatre present a theatrical, modern day interpretation of the biblical relationship between David & Jonathan, set in a contemporary Black church.

July 18 - 7:30PM

The Seattle Latino Film Festival presents A Tropical Night - Features the film Old Man Bebo, by Carlos Carcas, a celebration of the legend Bebo Valdez and the Cuban Mambo music tradition. Seattle Jazz musicians to close the night.

July 23 - 7:30PM

The Platform: Playwright's Festival - An empowering evening of short plays written by homeless and at-risk youth.

August 15 - 8PM

Ward of State - An inspirational hip-hop & soul music concert dedicated to thosein, from, and around foster care. A Treehouse & Critical Sun Recordings collaboration, the show features musicians who will appear on the WARD OF STATE compilation CD to be distributed to 2,000 youth in care.

August 20 - 8PM

For Peace For Tibet - Techung & Lhasa Spirits w/ Sonam Tshedzom present an interactive evening of Tibetan cultural music, dance, and opera.

August 22 - 8PM

Rain City Rock Camp for Girls - presents Make a Scene 2013: Rain City Rock Camp for Girls all-girl band showcase.

September 17 - 7:30PM

The Splinter Dance Company - presents the Splinter Effect. Splintering the perception of everyday life through the arts, ajusticenetwork & Splinter Dance Co. present pieces on gender (in)equality, economic disparity, war, & domestic violence. This is dance theatre that requires conversation and inspires education.

All performances are free and open to the public.

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