All the joy. All the drama. All Seattle.

February 8 – March 16, 2025 | Allen Theatre
A Co-Production with The 5th Avenue Theatre

The Last Five Years

Written & Composed by Jason Robert Brown
Directed by Shermona Mitchell

The winner of two Drama Desk Awards, this modern musical takes a devastatingly honest look at Cathy and Jamie and their journey of falling in and out of love over five years. Jason Robert Brown’s cult favorite is a raw and intimate window into two perspectives of one relationship and an unforgettable chronicle through the joy and ache of love. 

Originally produced for the New York Stage by Arielle Tepper and Marty Bell. Originally produced by Northlight Theatre (Chicago, IL).

April 26 – May 11, 2025 | Falls Theatre

Golden

By Andrew Lee Creech
Directed by Tyrone Phillips

Morris Golden reaches for answers as a mysterious change machine in his laundromat becomes an unexpected source of hope. From the mind of celebrated Seattle writer Andrew Lee Creech comes a riveting world premiere that peels back the layers of lives and relationships, revealing the profound impact of their choices and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity.   

June 7 – 22, 2025 | Falls Theatre
A Seattle Shakespeare Company and ACT Contemporary Theatre Joint Production

Twelfth Night

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Annie Lareau

Viola is in love with Duke Orsino, who is in love with Olivia, who is in love with Cesario, who is actually…Viola. Seattle Shakespeare Company makes its debut at ACT Contemporary Theatre with a new joint production of this gender-fluid romp and treasured comedy, set in a hopeful post-WWII Italy. Director Annie Lareau explores the diversity of love, reminding us how relevant Shakespeare remains today.

All the joy. All the drama. All Seattle.

February 8 – March 16, 2025

The Last Five Years

Written & Composed by Jason Robert Brown
Directed by Bill Berry
A Co-Production with The 5th Avenue Theatre

The winner of two Drama Desk Awards, this modern musical takes a devastatingly honest look at Cathy and Jamie and their journey of falling in and out of love over five years. Jason Robert Brown’s cult favorite is a raw and intimate window into two perspectives of one relationship and an unforgettable chronicle through the joy and ache of love. 

Originally produced for the New York Stage by Arielle Tepper and Marty Bell. Originally produced by Northlight Theatre (Chicago, IL).

April 26 – May 11, 2025

Golden

By Andrew Lee Creech
Directed by Tyrone Phillips

Morris Golden reaches for answers as a mysterious change machine in his laundromat becomes an unexpected source of hope. From the mind of celebrated Seattle writer Andrew Lee Creech comes a riveting world premiere that peels back the layers of lives and relationships, revealing the profound impact of their choices and the enduring power of hope in the face of adversity.   

June 7 – 22, 2025
A Seattle Shakespeare Company and ACT Contemporary Theatre Joint Production

Twelfth Night

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Annie Lareau

Viola is in love with Duke Orsino, who is in love with Olivia, who is in love with Cesario, who is actually…Viola. Seattle Shakespeare Company makes its debut at ACT Contemporary Theatre with a new joint production of this gender-fluid romp and treasured comedy, set in a hopeful post-WWII Italy. Director Annie Lareau explores the diversity of love, reminding us how relevant Shakespeare remains today.

Additional 2024/25 Shows

New Works Northwest

October 30-November 3, 2024 

Following the sold-out success of the inaugural festival, New Works Northwest returns for its second year adding an additional event – Monologue Night – and featuring local writers: Amontaine Aurore, Yussef El Guindi, Naghmeh Samini, Gloria Majule, and Holly Arsenault.

A Christmas Carol

By Charles Dickens
Adapted by Gregory Falls

November 29-December 27, 2024

The Seattle favorite returns for its 49th year!

The Dina Martina Christmas Show

With Musical Director Chris Jeffries

December 6-24, 2024

The most hilarious holiday tradition comes back to ACT better than ever!

Theatre and Season Partners

Katharyn Alvord Gerlich