Art Beat

Now through April 8 Wade James Theatre 950 Main St., Edmonds The Driftwood Players, under the direction of Diane Johnston, invite the audience to travel to the small town of Gilead, Wisconsin in their production of The Spitfire Grill. The opening number, A Ring Around the Moon, sets the tone as protagonist Percy Talbott is…

My stomach muscles are still sore from laughing so hard during the Edmonds Comedy Night last weekend. Host (and Mountlake Terrace resident) Kermet Apio described himself as looking like Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson if he didn’t work out, and at that joke I almost shot wine from my nose on the person in front of…

The podcast, The Alien Adventures of Finn Caspian, saved numerous car rides for my family. There was something magical that happened when Jonathan Messinger began to narrate the crazy shenanigans of his protagonist, Finn Caspian. Any screaming or arguing would immediately cease so my kids could hear what Foggy the robot would do next. When I…

A closer look at Graphite’s NùD: Art of the Figure David Varnau, the curator and one of the judges for the Nùd exhibit, walked through the process of putting together this collection. “We had so many submissions from artists and had such an overwhelming response from around the country; 19 states are represented,” he said….

The Addams Family: a new musical comedy at Edmonds-Woodway HS Thursday-Sunday, Feb. 23-26 Edmonds-Woodway High School Theater 7600 212th St. S.W., Edmonds Can’t wait for more episodes of Wednesday, the popular Netflix show? You’re in luck! Edmonds-Woodway High School is performing The Addams Family, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. The…

Last month, I bribed my 10-year-old son with candy to attend Art Walk Edmonds with me. He grumbled and complained about it, but at our first gallery stop, Aria Studio Gallery, he couldn’t stop asking questions. Painter Joan E. Archer did a demonstration using Yupo paper, and attendees enjoyed guessing what certain shapes and elements…

Saturday, Feb. 11, 7-9 p.m. Peace of Mind Brewing 18411 Highway 99, Lynnwood The Sidekickers are a vocal trio performing a mix of pop and jazz music. The band is composed of Darla Kiste and Megan Jeffreys on vocals and Bill Derry on vocals and guitar. Peace of Mind Brewing is a new brewery with…

Art Movie Night at Graphite: ‘Modigliani’ Friday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m. Gallery at Graphite 202a Main St., Edmonds The story of Amedeo Modigliani’s bitter rivalry with Pablo Picasso and his tragic romance with painter and art model Jeanne Hebuterne. Movies are free, but donations to the nonprofit Art Start Northwest are appreciated. Suggested donation: $5…

You may be entering the dreary season where you long for spring, but there are a lot of artistic opportunities going on to keep you engaged. Phoenix Theatre puts on Chemical Imbalance: A Jekyll and Hyde Play Feb. 3-26 Phoenix Theatre 9673 Firdale Ave., Edmonds Dr. Jekyll’s research finds him – as usual – investigating…

Though I shared more details in last week’s column, I want to give readers a reminder to head out Thursday evening for Art Walk Edmonds from 5-8 p.m. The weather keeps yo-yoing, but the forecast for the evening looks dry! NùD: Art of the Figure opens at Graphite Artists represented above include: Joseph Bellofatto, Adrienne…

If you made a New Year’s Resolution to experience more local art, you are in luck – this week’s options are plentiful. From school productions to improv and from paintings to books, there is something for everyone.  Meadowdale High School presents The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time  Jan. 12, 13, and 14,…

Gallery North hosts “In With the New, Out with the Old”  Saturday, Jan. 7, 1-4 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, 5-8 p.m. (Edmonds Art Walk) Gallery North 401 Main St., Edmonds Gallery North’s show “In With the New, Out With the Old” will feature local artists Hannah Mason, Sam Spencer and Tatyana Brown. Hannah and Tatyana…

I’m waking from the post-Christmas, pre-New Year fog to share some art-related events to look forward to in 2023. Cole Gallery hosts Plein Air Washington Artists juried exhibit Opening Reception – Friday, Jan. 6, 4-7 p.m. Art Walk Celebrations – Thursday, Jan. 19 and Feb. 16 (The People’s Choice Award will be presented during the…

As we head into the last few weeks of 2022, here is some art-related news to put on your radar for the coming year. Cascade Symphony Orchestra Presents “Capriccio Espagnole” and their Children’s Concert: “Ferdinand, The Bull” Monday, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m. – Capriccio Espagnole Saturday, Feb. 4, 3 p.m. – Ferdinand, The Bull Edmonds…

Usually around the holidays, I feel a frenzied energy to accomplish everything and am overwhelmed by events and “to do” items. This year, emerging from COVID hibernation, I’ve felt a quietness and joy in the events that normally make me feel like the season is rushing by. I hope you readers feel the same. Rather…

The movie Elf was great but it was missing one thing: musical numbers! Edmonds’  Driftwood Players, led by director Craig Schieber, brought the show based on the beloved 2003 movie to charming life. From the moment Santa’s elves crawled onstage and sang Happy All the Time, the audience was full of smiles. The play centers around…

Popovich Comedy Pet Theatre Friday, Dec. 9, 7 p.m. Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 4th Ave. N., Edmonds If your kids are anything like mine, this is something they would love! Picture the cutest pet trick you can imagine. You’ll see it here! From dogs jumping rope to cats pushing strollers, this show is…

One thing I’m thankful for this Thanksgiving is that there is always so much to celebrate in our arts community. From exhibits to performances, I hope this issue gives you plenty of options to enjoy this amazing town we call home! Cascadia Art Museum presents George Tsutakawa: Early Works on Paper Thursday, Dec. 1 through…

I would love some reader feedback on this issue. Thus far, I’ve been including opportunities for the upcoming week and any future events that are selling quickly. Would you prefer further notice for scheduling? The Art Beat is here to help readers make plans, so please let me know what works best! Lessons in Chemistry:…

The fall weather has officially arrived (finally)! Fellow introverts, get excited as you bundle up and hygge; this week’s Art Beat features some virtual events just for you. Mural unveiling and reception  Tuesday, Nov. 1, 5-7 p.m. Join Art Walk Edmonds at Crow (114 4th Ave. N.) on Nov. 1st from 5-7 p.m. to meet…

Local actor makes it to the big screen Lynnwood actor Jon Meggison will be the lead in the upcoming movie Conjuring: The Beyond, premiering on Sept. 13. Meggison spent the last two years working his way up from small projects to commercials to now films. Jon is one to keep an eye on and keep…

Shakespeare in the Park at Lynndale Park  After a two-year hiatus, Shakespeare in the Park has returned. Enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family at Lynnwood’s Lynndale Park. The dates are: Wooden O Productions: 7/13 – A Midsummer Night’s Dream 7/14 – Cymbelina Greenstage Productions: 7/28 – Pericles 8/4 – Henry V More…

An insider’s look at the upcoming Edmonds Arts Festival Back in February, I joined the group of volunteers that puts on the annual Edmonds Arts Festival. The festival — this year June 17-19 — is something I look forward to every year, and I wanted to find a way to get more involved. The Edmonds…

Edmonds Center for Arts presents Summer Series and the lineup for 2022-23 Announcing the new Summer Series outdoors and on the Edmonds Center for the Arts stage! Starting in July and going through August, there will be an incredible lineup of local and international musical artists including The True Loves, La Dame Blanche, The Black…

Jeannemisha Martinez Carter is not only an artist, karate practitioner, writer and photographer, she is also a reporter for My Edmonds News, Lynnwood Today and MLTnews. You might have seen her name over the last few years on articles or images, but there is so much more to this inspiring Edmonds individual. I had the…