Pow. Thwack. Zoink… Repeat
Wonder Dog might need a refresher course of following the script, but children do not seem to care. A dog wearing a cape that flies over the stage wins over their affections every time.
Comic book heroes jump from the page to the stage at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium’s latest show, “Captain Adventure vs. Dr. Do-Nothing: The Quest to Get Outside!” The fast-paced production has all the makings of must-see kiddo show, namely a super heroine, a super dog, a dastardly villain with a maniacal laugh and more than a dozen furry, feathered or feisty animals... and capes, lots of capes.
The story unfolds as the mad scientist Dr. Do-Nothing sets out to make sure that children become couch potatoes by doing nothing but watch television all day, every day. His theme song, after…
May 17, 2012
Sportswatch
LUTES WIN REGIONAL
The Pacific Lutheran softball team swept its four games at its regional tournament in Tyler, Texas on May 11-14, earning a trip to the Division III Softball World Series and setting a school…
May 17, 2012
Engage with Irish glass at Traver Gallery
Time is running out to see Traver Gallery’s latest extravaganza: “Engaging with Glass: A Survey of Contemporary Irish Glass Art.” The show of work by almost 40 different Irish artists working in glass runs through…
May 17, 2012
the.north.oakes.project
Having already made a name for herself playing solo acoustic gigs at area coffeehouses and taverns, as well as through her impressive first CD “hi.i’m.heidi” (2010), Maurice the Fish recording artist Heidi Vladyka…
May 17, 2012
Jazz LIVE at Marine View Welcomes Danny Quintero
If you close your eyes and listen to the rich tenor voice of singer Danny Quintero, you just might think you’re hearing a young Frank Sinatra. With uncanny resemblance to Ol’ Blue Eyes, Quintero’s smooth and…
May 17, 2012
The Down and Dirty of D.O.A.‘s Spring Menu
It may not be easy to beat standout hits such as the Dead Elvis Burger (candied peppered bacon, fried banana, sunnyside up egg, peanut butter and mayo on a brioche bun), but after launching Dirty Oscar’s Annex’s…
May 17, 2012
Things We Like
STAR CENTER GRAND OPENING
After much anticipation, Metro Parks’ new STAR Center will have its grand opening May 19. One and all are invited to this community celebration that kicks off at 9 a.m. with a…
