Experience Redmond

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
2024-02-02 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-03 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-04 17:00 - 20:00, 2024-02-08 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-09 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-10 19:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-11 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Redmond Academy of Theatre Arts, 18001 NE 76th St, Suite 100, Redmond, WA, 98052
Performance Dates:
February 1 (Thurs), 8 (Thurs): 7pm
February 2 (Fri), 9 (Fri): 7pm
February 3 (Sat), 10 (Sat): 7pm ​​​
February 4 (Sun), 11 (Sun): 5pm
Preview Performance Dates ($10 minimum):
Thu February 1 Final Dress Rehearsal: 7pm
Thu February 8 Understudy Performance: 7pm
​Book by: Rachel Sheinkin
Music and Lyrics by: William Finn​
Rated: PG-13
Place: The Redmond Academy of Theatre Arts
In-person seating is limited
Tickets: $25 Adults/$20 Students and Seniors
Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. Featuring a fast-paced, wildly funny and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a truly fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, this bee is one unforgettable experience.
An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming “ding” of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.
A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius. The small cast and unit set make this a perfect option for high schools or community theatres. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant theatre patron favorite.
General Admission at the Door.
Doors open for seating 30 minutes prior to curtain for every show.

Saturday Speaker Series: "Hidden Aviation History of Magnuson Park"
2024-02-10 10:30 - 12:00 | Redmond Historical Society, 16600 NE 80th Street, Redmond, WA, 98052
Photo: MOHAI, “Flying Boat”: Boeing Clipper, ca. 1930s.
Local Broadcaster Reveals ‘Hidden Aviation History’ of Magnuson Park at Historical Society Speaker Series
The Redmond Historical Society kicks off the 2024 season of its Saturday Speaker Series with broadcaster and historian Feliks Banel.
Magnuson Park was once known as Sand Point Naval Air Station and might be the site of more aviation history than anywhere in the Northwest. Its history dates to the 1920s and it was one of the first places that the Boeing Company assembled aircraft for delivery to the US military. In 1924, Sand Point was also the site of the beginning and end of the famous “Around The World Flight” by the US Army, perhaps second only to Charles Lindbergh’s Atlantic crossing in aviation history – and the centennial will be observed later this year. Lindbergh visited Sand Point in the 1920s and received a hero’s welcome. In the 1930s, Boeing tested its famous “Clippers”―giant flying boats for passenger service―just north of Sand Point at what’s now Matthews Beach Park.
The event is free to RHS members, with a suggested donation of $5 for non-members.
Feliks Banel is a broadcaster and historian who focuses on Pacific Northwest history, geography, cartography, and pop culture. He presents stories about Northwest history twice each week on KIRO Newsradio and is host of the weekly radio program and podcast “Cascade of History,” heard live Sunday nights from historic Magnuson Park on SPACE 101.1 FM. Prior to joining the staff at KIRO, he created the history series “This NOT Just In” for KUOW Public Radio. Feliks also produces Emmy-winning history documentaries for the Seattle Channel. He lives in Seattle.

Once Told Tales Presents: Friday Night Improv Comedy
2024-02-16 20:00 - 22:00, 2024-02-23 20:00 - 22:00 | SecondStory Repertory, 7325 166th Ave NE Ste F250, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Kick off the weekend with 90+ minutes of comedy, made up on the spot and based on your suggestions! We will be joined by special guest groups throughout the season. So, check our website (oncetoldtales.com) and Facebook for ticket information and to see who’s coming to town!
While we don’t try for explicit content, our Friday shows are uncensored and are meant for adults. If you have younger improv fans or want a show more suitable for general audiences, join us on Saturday for our all-ages show!
For ticket purchase and other info (including updates to our performance schedule) visit our website at http://oncetoldtales.com/tickets

Once Told Tales Presents: Saturday Night Improv Comedy
2024-02-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-02-24 19:00 - 21:00 | SecondStory Repertory, 7325 166th Ave NE Ste F250, Redmond, WA, 98052, United States
Kick off the weekend with 90+ minutes of family-friendly comedy, made up on the spot and based on your suggestions!
Once Told Tales brings the laughs to Redmond Town Center Saturday night with a non-stop night of family-friendly improv comedy that YOU help create with your ideas. The action starts with a barrage of once-in-a-lifetime scenes that will keep even teens from looking down at their phones. After the break, we’ll taste a bit of long form improv as we take a normal day in life and put a spin on it. Its 90-minute variety show of comedy that’s never predictable and will never be repeated!
For ticket purchase and other info (including updates to our performance schedule) visit our website at http://oncetoldtales.com/tickets

Into the Woods Jr.
2024-02-29 19:00 - 22:00 | WA
Performance Dates:
February 29 (Thu): 7pm
March 1 (Fri): 7pm
​​​March 2 (Sat): 2pm & 7pm
​​​March 3 (Sun): 2pm & 7pm​
Preview Performance ($10 minimum):
Wed February 28 Final Dress Preview Performance: 7pm
Be careful what you wish for, as Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s fairytale comes to life in this adaptation of their groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning musical. Into the Woods JR. features all of your favorite characters Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch in this lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables.
The musical centers on a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse, and wind up changed forever.
Book by: James Lapine
Music and Lyrics by: Stephen Sondheim
Rated: G
Place: The Redmond Academy of Theatre Arts
In-person Seating is limited
Tickets: $20 Adults/$15 Students and Seniors
Purchase here
General Admission at the Door.
Doors open for seating 30 minutes prior to curtain for every show.
