Chelan is best known for its beautiful lake that attracts summer vacationers, but it also has a lot to offer in winter. When there is snow, the hills around the town are great for sledding, snow shoeing, snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. For true cold weather enthusiasts, there are many options for hunting and outdoor recreation. […]
Handel’s Messiah, upclose and personal
I attended a unique and marvelous rendition of Handel’s Messiah last weekend. Instead of the usual choir of 100-plus voices, The Inverse Opera performed it with 12. It was done without props or costumes, in a black box theatre at Taproot Theatre’s new Kendall Center. Can Handel’s magnificent Messiah be adequately performed by one dozen voices? […]
Seattle’s 5th Avenue Theatre’s “Oliver!” hits the mark for Christmas delight
True to it’s usual holiday musical schedule, The 5th Avenue Theatre production of Oliver! is absolutely delightful! It is so much fun to see a classic production at this time of year, and Dickens always provides a redemptive conclusion that satisfies. The cast, which has 48 children in it, is astounding. Oliver Twist is played by […]