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POST-MODERN ERA

2017-09-14T00:00:00+00:00

"The Modern Theater's demise has had a ripple effect on both Spokane and Coeur d'Alene theater scenes"

By E.J. Iannelli of the Inalnder

POST-MODERN ERA 2017-09-14T00:00:00+00:00

12 MUST-SEE SHOWS

2017-09-05T00:00:00+00:00

"Here are a dozen reason to put the remote down, get off the couch and enjoy being part of a live audience."

By E.J. Iannelli of the Inlander

12 MUST-SEE SHOWS 2017-09-05T00:00:00+00:00

PREVIEW: ‘TIS THE SEASON

2016-12-01T00:00:00+00:00

Local theaters embrace the holiday spirit with new and classic productions staged through December- Chey Scott, The Inlander

PREVIEW: ‘TIS THE SEASON 2016-12-01T00:00:00+00:00

Field and Compass- Come Inside

2016-10-07T00:00:00+00:00

Topic: A new arts/theater season beckons
Conditions: Conventional, experimental, fam-friendly, nostalgic, weird, risqué...

Field and Compass- Come Inside 2016-10-07T00:00:00+00:00

Lasting Legacies

2016-09-15T00:00:00+00:00

This fall, the Spokane Symphony and Spokane Civic Theatre both observe milestone 70th season- Srticle by Cheryl Scott of The Inlander

Lasting Legacies 2016-09-15T00:00:00+00:00

2015 Holiday Hours

2015-11-09T00:00:00+00:00

The holidays are coming - and so are adjusted Box Office hours!

2015 Holiday Hours 2015-11-09T00:00:00+00:00

Come Fly With Us, Then Fly Away!

2015-09-14T00:00:00+00:00

For just $10 per entry, you could win two roundtrip tickets to Europe, or four roundtrip tickets for use in the US or Canada. Made possible by our Catch Me If You Can co-sponsor, Delta!

Come Fly With Us, Then Fly Away! 2015-09-14T00:00:00+00:00

Two ‘Orphans’ Fundraisers in June!

2015-05-18T00:00:00+00:00

Join us in June for two exciting opportunities to enjoy theatre and help the Orphans on their way to AACTFest Nationals in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Two ‘Orphans’ Fundraisers in June! 2015-05-18T00:00:00+00:00

Preview: [Sylvia] A case of puppy love

2015-05-01T00:00:00+00:00

Dog adds unusual element to story of marriage, dissatisfaction in Sylvia. - Preview by Nathan Weinbender of The Spokesman Review

Preview: [Sylvia] A case of puppy love 2015-05-01T00:00:00+00:00

Big News from our Little Shop!

2015-04-13T00:00:00+00:00

A Note from our Little Shop of Rentals: Since our Grand Opening in October, it has been our honor and privilege to serve the Spokane community. You have embraced us and recruited our costuming talents for your local productions and holidays, and we are delighted to be a part of Spokane's special events. After much

Big News from our Little Shop! 2015-04-13T00:00:00+00:00

PREVIEW: Get Thee to a Nunnery

2015-02-26T00:00:00+00:00

After more than a decade, the all-male version of the popular musical Nunsense returns to the Civic stage

Preview of Nunsense A-Men! by E.J. Ianelli of The Inlander

PREVIEW: Get Thee to a Nunnery 2015-02-26T00:00:00+00:00

Coming up: Annual Volunteer Picnic!

2014-06-02T00:00:00+00:00

Sunday, June 8, we celebrate our fabulous volunteers: actors, backstage, front of house, box officers, and more!

Coming up: Annual Volunteer Picnic! 2014-06-02T00:00:00+00:00

Spokesman Review:

2014-03-23T00:00:00+00:00

Civic will welcome new Artistic Director, Keith Dixon, in June 2014.

Spokesman Review: 2014-03-23T00:00:00+00:00

Announcing the cast of ‘Gypsy’!

2014-03-21T00:00:00+00:00

Spokane Civic Theatre announces the cast of 2013-14 season's final Main Stage show!

Announcing the cast of ‘Gypsy’! 2014-03-21T00:00:00+00:00

The Symphony and Civic Together

2013-12-17T00:00:00+00:00

Present Les Misérables Live at Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox
March 1 - 2, 2014
 

The Symphony and Civic Together 2013-12-17T00:00:00+00:00

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever

2013-12-13T00:00:00+00:00

Opens this weekend, Dec 14 -15

Sunday is our 6th Annual Scholarship Fund Benefit....

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever 2013-12-13T00:00:00+00:00

Announcing the cast of Crazy for You

2013-10-31T00:00:00+00:00

The Tap Dancing Musical Comedy
Music & Lyrics by George Gershwin & Ira Gershwin
Book by Ken Ludwig
Directed & Choreographed by Kathie Doyle-Lipe
 

Announcing the cast of Crazy for You 2013-10-31T00:00:00+00:00

New 2013-2014 Academy Catalog!

2013-08-21T00:00:00+00:00

The new Academy catalog includes all upcoming classes for Fall 2013, Winter Intensive 2013, Spring Intensive 2014 and Spring 2014!

New 2013-2014 Academy Catalog! 2013-08-21T00:00:00+00:00

Register for Les Miserables Master Class!

2013-08-21T00:00:00+00:00

What is a Master Class?

A Master Class is an opportunity for students and observers to learrn about a discipline (acting, the arts, drama) from an expert. And do we have experts coming to Spokane Civic Theatre.

Register for Les Miserables Master Class! 2013-08-21T00:00:00+00:00

Shhhhhhh, Possible Wild Sage Menu for the Gala

2013-08-19T00:00:00+00:00

It's true! We have had a possible menu leak for the 67th Anniversary Gala! Looks like that crew over at Wild Sage Bistro will be cooking up some serious goodness for those of you attending the Gala for the opening of Les Miserables. Don't forget, there a few tickets still available for the Gala which begins at 6:00 PM on Friday, September 20, 2013.

Shhhhhhh, Possible Wild Sage Menu for the Gala 2013-08-19T00:00:00+00:00

Announcing the members of Civic’s Artistic Committee

2013-08-15T00:00:00+00:00

Under the leadership of Kathy Doyle-Lipe and Wes Dietrich, the Artistic Committee's main objective is to ensure that the Spokane Civic Theatre continues to provide high quality theatrical productions...

Announcing the members of Civic’s Artistic Committee 2013-08-15T00:00:00+00:00

Spokane Civic Theatre Press Release

2013-07-12T00:00:00+00:00

The Board of Directors of Spokane Civic Theatre and Executive Artistic Director Yvonne A.K. Johnson have today terminated their association following 8 ½ years of the director’s remarkable service to the community.  Ms. Johnson will explore other opportunities while Spokane Civic Theatre embarks upon a search for an appropriate candidate to ensure continuation of the

Spokane Civic Theatre Press Release 2013-07-12T00:00:00+00:00

Spokane Civic Theatre hires Robby French as their new Artistic Associate

2013-07-11T00:00:00+00:00

“We are overjoyed to have Robby French join the Civic staff as Artistic Associate.  As the theatre continues to expand for our arts community, Robby will be able to contribute to our artistic growth and excellence. Welcome aboard! We are looking forward to you being a part of this incredible theatre in a professional capacity.” – Yvonne A.K. Johnson, Executive Artistic Director 

Spokane Civic Theatre hires Robby French as their new Artistic Associate 2013-07-11T00:00:00+00:00

Announcing the cast of Les Misérables

2013-05-22T00:00:00+00:00

Spokane Civic Theatre's 2013-2014 Starlit Season Opener!

Directed by Yvonne A.K. Johnson
Music Direction by David Brewster and Michael Saccomanno
Choreographed by Ali Waid
Assistant Director, Robby French
Stage Manager, Tia Wooley
Assistant Stage Manager, Amanda Kern

Announcing the cast of Les Misérables 2013-05-22T00:00:00+00:00

H&H Playwrights Weekend Coming Soon!

2013-05-20T00:00:00+00:00

June 7 -8 

Featuring staged readings from Spokane Civic Theatre's Playwrights-in-Residence, Sandra Hosking & Bryan Harnetiaux

H&H Playwrights Weekend Coming Soon! 2013-05-20T00:00:00+00:00

Benefit for Jaylan

2013-03-08T00:00:00+00:00

A benefit performance of Treasure Island for Jaylan Renz, April 3 at Spokane Civic Theatre

Benefit for Jaylan 2013-03-08T00:00:00+00:00

Announcing the cast of The Drowsy Chaperone

2012-12-05T00:00:00+00:00

Winner of five Tony Awards, this dazzling 1920s show-within-a-show musical comedy is filled with everything from fantastical illusions to mistaken identities.

Directed by Kathie Doyle-Lipe & Jean Hardie
Choreographed by Kathie Doyle-Lipe & Jean Hardie
Music Direction by Andrea Hope

Announcing the cast of The Drowsy Chaperone 2012-12-05T00:00:00+00:00

The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge

2012-11-09T00:00:00+00:00

Spokane Civic Theatre's 5th Annual Scholarship Benefit

Sunday, December 9th at 7:00 P.M.

The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge 2012-11-09T00:00:00+00:00

Today is the day to get inspired!

2012-08-15T00:00:00+00:00

Tickets are sale for all of the productions in our 2012-2013 Season to Inspire!

Today is the day to get inspired! 2012-08-15T00:00:00+00:00

H&H Weekend is here!

2012-06-06T00:00:00+00:00

Featuring Staged Readings from Spokane Civic Theatre's Playwrights-In-Residence...Sandra Hosking & Bryan Harnetiaux

H&H Weekend is here! 2012-06-06T00:00:00+00:00

Coming Soon…H & H Weekend

2012-05-31T00:00:00+00:00

June 8 - 9

Featuring Spokane Civic Theatre's Playwrights-In-Residence

Coming Soon…H & H Weekend 2012-05-31T00:00:00+00:00

Come see us at ArtFest 2012

2012-05-30T00:00:00+00:00

The MAC's 27th Annual ArtFest!
June 1-3, 2012

The start of Spokane's summer! Three-day event with over 150 artisan booths, kid's Make-It-Art tent, food, music, fun!

Come see us at ArtFest 2012 2012-05-30T00:00:00+00:00

2012-2013 Season To Inpire – On sale now!

2012-04-27T00:00:00+00:00

The best quality live theatre for the best price! Season Subscriptions can be purchased through the box office 509-325-2507.

2012-2013 Season To Inpire – On sale now! 2012-04-27T00:00:00+00:00

2012-2013 Season to Inspire Productions and Sponsors

2012-04-18T00:00:00+00:00

Next Season is ready to roll! And our thanks to all of the Spokane Businesses and individuals who will be sponsoring the 2012-2013 season at Spokane Civic Theatre.

2012-2013 Season to Inspire Productions and Sponsors 2012-04-18T00:00:00+00:00

Announcing the cast of BINGO!

2012-02-02T00:00:00+00:00

The cast of BINGO, the "splashy, zippy, fun, new musical comedy!":

Announcing the cast of BINGO! 2012-02-02T00:00:00+00:00

AACT Winter Meeting 2012

2012-02-01T00:00:00+00:00

Yvonne A.K. Johnson, Executive Artistic Director will be attending the AACT Winter Board meeting this weekend in Salt Lake City, Utah.  Johnson is the Chair of Strategic Planning and serves as an Endowment Trustee.

AACT Winter Meeting 2012 2012-02-01T00:00:00+00:00

Spokane Civic Theatre Partners with MAC on Creative Project

2011-12-23T00:00:00+00:00

Thanks to a Washington Humanities grant, the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture is offering an original living history program during the Holiday season at the historic Campbell House. Spokane Civic Theatre is a creative partner in the grant--Co-playwright-in-residence Sandra Hosking represented the theatre by helping design the structure and content of the living history program and directing the actresses.

Spokane Civic Theatre Partners with MAC on Creative Project 2011-12-23T00:00:00+00:00

Yvonne A.K. Johnson: “Why Jane Eyre?”

2011-10-24T00:00:00+00:00

With only two shows, this weekend October 28 & 29, the staff at Spokane Civic Theatre is all about Jane Eyre in Concert, directed by Yvonne A,K. Johnson. What better time to sit down with Yvonne and get the goods?

Yvonne A.K. Johnson: “Why Jane Eyre?” 2011-10-24T00:00:00+00:00

Civic Makes Building Improvements

2011-10-04T00:00:00+00:00

Spokane Civic Theatre has been busy with improvements to our building: beautiful new foliage, a new pergola and outdoor seating at the Main Stage Theatre entrance, a new awning for the Firth J. Chew Studio Theatre, new signage for the Academy AND a digital state of the art sound system!

Civic Makes Building Improvements 2011-10-04T00:00:00+00:00

Congratulations to on our own Janice Abramson

2011-10-03T00:00:00+00:00

Janice Abramson was awarded the City of Spokane 2011 Arts Community Leadership Award. Monday, October 3rd, 2011.
 

Congratulations to on our own Janice Abramson 2011-10-03T00:00:00+00:00