C.S. Lewis is most famous for writing the bestselling The Chronicles of Narnia fantasy series, but he was also well-known for his personal and public transition from non-believer to devout Christian. The one-man play The Most Reluctant Convert, adapted from Lewis' own thoughts and writings on the experience, stars award-winning actor Max McLean, who portrays the author as he endures the death of his mother, works through his complicated relationship with his father and walks the path from staunch atheist to one of the most influential Christian intellectuals of his day. After successful runs in New York, DC and Chicago, see the philosophical exploration the Chicago Sun-Times called "bristling, provocative, highly entertaining," when C.S. Lewis Onstage brings one of the past century's most interesting personalities to life at Moore Theatre in Seattle.

ComedySportz is Seattle's leading improv comedy show. Two teams battle for laughs and points as they make up scenes, games and songs on the spot, in the spirit of TV's Whose Line Is It Anyway? A referee governs the action, calling fouls and keeping the match moving at a blistering pace. The audience is always a part of this interactive, family-friendly show, and audience volunteers sometimes even wind up on stage. It's perfect for dates, a night out on the town, or even quality time with the family, since kids love it as much as grown-ups.

From the producers of Le Faux, Seattle's longest-running celebrity impersonation show, comes Julia's Queen of the Brunch, a fabulous, fun-filled weekly drag extravaganza. Every Sunday, your hostess-with-the-mostess Kristie Champagne will roll in the pink bus to Julia's on Broadway filled with Seattle's greatest local drag talent. With a new lineup of local performers each week and monthly themed shows, this gender-bending show promises a unique, exciting experience every time. Along with the over-the-top entertainment, you can purchase items from the full brunch menu, including pitchers of mimosas to enjoy throughout the show.

This is the most dazzling display of gems, jewelry, beads, accessories and minerals you'll ever see under one roof. For more than 50 years, the acclaimed International Gem and Jewelry Show has been bringing a fantastic selection of jewelry at the lowest prices to locations across the country -- and now the show is back in town at Seattle Center's Exhibition Hall. You can expect to find colored gemstones, exquisite fine jewelry, gold and silver earrings, necklaces and bracelets, beads and crystals, ethnic jewelry, classic pearls, vintage estate jewelry, engagement rings and wedding bands, designer watches and one-of-a-kind seasonal pieces. With a varied selection and special show pricing direct from worldwide designers and manufacturers, this show is perfect for gem enthusiasts, jewelry lovers and anyone looking for unique new accessories at a great price.

Under the direction of head coach James Finley, the Seattle University Redhawks women's volleyball squad is looking forward to competing for a WAC championship in 2018. Catch the Redhawks in action as they defend their home court against a number of challenging opponents, including Chicago State, Tennessee Tech, Utah Valley and more at the Redhawk Center.

Join Unexpected Productions as they create a full-length play in the style of Anton Chekhov based on your suggestions. You don't have to be a Chekhov fan to enjoy this clever, fun homage to his art and style. The show format follows Chekhov plays like Uncle Vanya, The Cherry Orchard or The Three Sisters as they paint life by vividly capturing commonplace incidents. They humorously explore Chekhovian themes like mood, unrequited love, apparent trivialities and the internally conflicted psychology of his characters. See Improvised Chekhov at Unexpected Productions' Market Theater in Seattle.

A panel of inebriated experts give real-life advice to audience members seeking their wisdom. You might witness a drunk doctor, a faded physician, a stoned scientist... all doing their darndest to dole out honest life advice to those in need. Afterward, the improv comedians explore the consequences of their often-questionable advice in a series of improvised scenes, to a guaranteed comedic effect. Come with your questions, concerns and queries. Gain a little wisdom and a whole lot of entertainment with Dubious Advice at Seattle's Atlas Theatre.

What lies at the threshold between life and death? How will we be remembered? Big questions, to be sure, but Unexpected Productions' Afterlife: Life and Death...Improvised tackles them with humor. This interactive comedic production is an exploration of death, dying and how we choose to live. The cast engages you as soon as you enter the Market Theater, using comedy to help you reflect on your own life and death. The improvisers examine the traditions, taboos, myths, legends and assumptions about life, death and afterlife.

Spend a Las Vegas-style evening with Seattle's best female impersonators as they take on the personas of Cher, Lady Gaga, JLo, Celine Dion, Liza Minnelli and more. The perfect gender-bending show for celebrating any occasion -- a birthday, anniversary, bachelorette party or a night out with friends -- Le Faux is the longest-running show of its kind in the city, with exciting and outrageous performances every night and a full cast of dancers. Julia's on Broadway also offers a full bar and appetizers for purchase before and during the show, and the host will even bring your special guest on stage for a little embarrassment in front of the entire audience.

Housed in a 1909 brick building on the Seattle waterfront, Highway 99 Blues Club and Restaurant is inspired by the juke joints of the American South and the neighborhood blues clubs of Chicago. Dubbing themselves "the West Coast Home of the Blues," the venue fully embraces the culture and music. On stage, you'll see regional and national touring artists cranking out everything from zydeco to honky-tonk to roots and Americana. Meanwhile, the venue itself is studded with "old timey" touches like a 34-foot bar made from antique doors and blue velvet benches collected from an old Masonic Temple. The walls are covered with photos snapped by some of the country's best blues photographers. And to round out the juke joint experience, the kitchen pumps out Southern-style comfort food -- think jambalaya and chicken gumbo -- while the bar whips up cocktails named for blues legends like Robert Johnson and Muddy Waters.

It was a dark and stormy night ... Take a trip back to the campfires of your childhood when these talented Seattle storytellers spin spooky stories around the fire. The improvisers gather true life events from audience members and turn them into improvised campfire stories and hilarious scenes. Some of the stories are scary and some are funny, and all of them will have you perched on the edge of your seat. Campfire has been an audience favorite for over a decade, and is brought to you by Unexpected Productions' resident narrative improv troupe, Improv Anonymous, at Market Theater.

There's a famous saying: "History is written by the victors." Howard Zinn changed that when he published his landmark A People's History of the United States and set off a "quiet revolution." Now, acclaimed monologist Mike Daisey, whom The New York Times called "one of the finest solo performers of his generation," picks up where Zinn left off, bringing his trademark blend of the personal and historical to bear in exploring the side of American history they don't teach you in school. From Columbus to today's explosive political climate, Daisey explores the history of those fighting to make America live up to its ideals, and the times when we've fallen sadly short. See Mike Daisey's timely A People's History at Seattle Repertory Theatre.

Café Nordo invites you to the world premiere of The Witching Hour, an immersive culinary event. You'll find this Pioneer Square brick-box dinner theater transformed into the forgotten wing of a natural-history museum and once inside, you'll encounter a gathering of self-styled occultists reading from an ancient text, unwittingly unleashing the five Nocturnal Fears -- Harm, Loneliness, Failure, Filth and Chaos. As the elvish attendants guide you through charms and spells, you'll indulge in a "four-curse" meal of interactive and innovative cuisine. Not your average everyday haunted-house attraction, this experience gives a nod to pop-culture satirists Joss Whedon and Christopher Guest, so you're more likely to die of laughter than of fright. With frothy cocktails and Wiccan wine, this evening is for adults only.

Raina Petkoff is young, beautiful and filled with romantic notions about love. She's all set to marry war hero Major Saranoff, but then the combat crashes through her window in the form of a soldier fighting for the opposing side. Intrigued, Raina agrees to hide him, but only after learning he carries chocolates instead of bullets. After the war ends, both rival soldiers return for their love, and that's when the real battle for Raina's heart begins. George Bernard Shaw's most popular play, Arms and the Man was also one of the author's first commercial successes. Former 5th Avenue Theatre Artistic Director David Armstrong makes his Seattle Shakespeare Company debut with this classic romantic comedy at Seattle's Center Theatre.

Delve into the deep, dark history of Pioneer Square on this adults-only jaunt under the streets of Seattle. During this intimate 60-minute walking tour, your friendly and knowledgeable tour guide will lead you through three key sections of the historic 1890s-era subterranean passageways, while cluing you in on the drinking, gambling and other illicit activities that ran rampant in the area around the turn of the century. In fact, you'll learn how Skid Road (Yesler Way) became America's very first Skid Row and much more.

Come enjoy a lavish brunch buffet and the spectacular views of Seattle as you relax in the comfort of a beautiful Waterways yacht. Your two-hour cruise on Lake Union and Lake Washington includes champagne or sparkling cider toast upon boarding, your own private table, an expansive buffet of classic Northwest brunch favorites, complimentary coffee and tea, a full-service bar available for the purchase of special alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and Captain's narration of sights.

There is a buzz of excitement in the air when you enter at the Gum Wall. People are lined up at the concession (where you smell the fresh buttered popcorn) and over at the bar they are serving icy, inexpensive drinks. Everyone is here to laugh. As you enter the theater, you feel the beat of the music. BAM! This is Theatresports. This is Seattle's best weekly, high-stakes, competitive improv tournament. Based on audience suggestion, two teams of improvisers rumble, competing with exciting fast-paced segments improv games, stories, scenes, and a few songs. Boo the judges as they award points to each team. At the end of the night, a team is declared a winner, the person with the best audience suggestion walks out with a prize and you walk out with new memories.

Nick Guerra is quickly making an impact in the clubs and on TV. He's an audience favorite from NBC’s Last Comic Standing, made his TV debut on Comedy Central with Gabriel Iglesias’ Stand Up Revolution and recently made his late night debut on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon. With his cool and energetic attitude, he skewers relationships, family and everyday life. Check out his latest set at Laughs Comedy Club in Seattle.

A veteran actor, writer and comedian, Paul Reiser continues to be one of the country's most versatile performers. He created and starred in the hit NBC sitcom Mad About You in the '90s, starred in Steven Soderbergh's acclaimed Amazon series Red Oaks, and joined the cast of Netflix's Stranger Things for the series' highly anticipated second season. He’s written multiple best-selling books, and appeared on the big screen in the Oscar-nominated indie drama Whiplash with JK Simmons and alongside Will Smith and Alec Baldwin in Concussion. And he’s got more projects in the pipeline. Also named one of Comedy Central's Top 100 Comedians of All Time, the NY-bred and LA-based Reiser likes to return to his stand-up roots from time to time. STG Presents brings him to Seattle’s Moore Theatre, giving you a unique opportunity to see one comedy's most enduring and versatile stars live as he shares his quick-witted insights and personal musings on life, love and family.

For nearly half a century, mandolinist-composer-bandleader-producer David Grisman has been a guiding force in the evolving world of acoustic music. His musical range is wide and deep, embracing many styles, genres and traditions. An acoustic pioneer and innovator, Grisman forged a unique personal artistic path, skillfully combining elements of the great American musical forms — jazz and bluegrass with many international flavors and sensibilities to create his own distinctive idiom — “Dawg” music (the nickname given him by Jerry Garcia.) In doing so, he’s inspired new generations of acoustic string musicians, while creating his own niche in contemporary music. See Grisman live in concert with his Dawg Trio at Kirkland Performance Center.

The producers of Broadway’s smash hit The Illusionists have brought together the world’s greatest entertainers for a spell-binding and incredible new holiday production. This year, make your holiday a thrilling one with A Magical Cirque Christmas. Experience the enchantment of Christmas with dazzling illusions and breathtaking cirque artists, performing to all your favorite holiday music. Don’t miss husband-and-wife aerialist team Tyce and Mary Nielsen (finalists on this season’s America’s Got Talent), performing Duo Trapeze and Duo Roller Skating. Get into the spirit of the season with this merry treat that’s perfect for the entire family!

Howard Barnes is a perfectly average American guy: he likes baseball, grilling and his daily routine. That is, until the day he wakes up to discover his life has become a musical. Desperate to return things to normal, Howard embarks on a fantastical quest through the realm of musical theatre. A Village Original from The 2013 Festival of New Musicals, The Noteworthy Life of Howard Barnes is equal parts satire, romantic comedy and love letter to the American musical. Enjoy this endlessly entertaining show at the Everett Performing Arts Center.

See what happens when slapstick meets Shakespeare! Join Youth Theatre Northwest for a side-splitting lesson in humor as they explore The Rules of Comedy, then put them into action as they find the funny in one of the most famous tragedies of all time -- Hamlet. Following the rules has never been more fun. Please note that all performers are under the age of 18.

ReAct Theatre revives its hit musical adaptation of Schoolhouse Rock Live! in celebration of the 45th anniversary of this ever-popular and educational pop-culture phenomenon. The entire family's sure to enjoy this unique and original staging of this fun musical at 12th Ave Arts in Seattle. Based on the beloved cartoon shorts from the 1970s, this nostalgic and campy romp through all your favorite Schoolhouse Rock songs includes such perennial faves as "Just a Bill," "Lolly, Lolly, Lolly," "Interplanet Janet," "Conjunction Junction" and many more. Knowledge is Power!

In her latest theatrical creation inspired by a classic legend, Mary Zimmerman re-imagines The White Snake, an ancient Chinese folktale in which a snake spirit transforms herself into a beautiful woman in order to experience the human world. Adventuring down her mountainside with her companion, Green Snake, White Snake meets and falls in love with the humble, virtuous Xu Xian and convinces him to marry her. Together, the three friends open a pharmacy, but soon the remarkable healing powers of White Snake draw the attention of a treacherous monk, Fa Hai. Outraged at the union between a mortal and a snake spirit, Fa Hai takes it upon himself to destroy it. Zimmerman brings to this timeless romance her usual brilliant mix of ingenious stagecraft, song, abundant humor and compassion. It's an extraordinary theatrical tale of love, magic, mischief and morals for the entire family. Directed by ReAct's Artistic Director, David Hsieh, this production is the first to present an entirely Asian ensemble featuring the talents of Christina Chon, Stanley Dang, Yena Han, Kathy Hsieh, Sean Nguyen, Tammy Nguyen, Anna Saephan, Tim Takechi, Edward Tonai, Henry Vu and Jessica Wu Barlas. The show's music was composed by Steven Tran, costumes by Kat Henwood, lighting designed by Robert Falk, sound designed by Mario Gomez, and stage management by Rachel Rene. ReAct Theatre is excited to present the exciting Seattle premiere of this beautiful show which was a sell-out hit created at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in 2013. Don't miss this special production!

Pulitzer Prize-nominated, best-selling author Nathan Englander discusses his new political thriller, Dinner at the Center of the Earth: A Novel, about the complex relationship between a secret prisoner and his guard of a dozen years, at the Stroum Jewish Community Center in Mercer Island. From these vastly different lives, Englander weaves a powerful, intensely suspenseful portrait of Israel, a nation riven by insoluble conflict, even as the lives of its citizens become fatefully and inextricably entwined. Englander's body of work includes The Ministry of Special Cases and the story collections For the Relief of Unbearable Urges and What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank. He also translated theNew American Haggadah and co-translated Etgar Keret's Suddenly, a Knock on the Door. Englander is currently a Distinguished Writer-in-Residence at New York University.

Teatro ZinZanni has been called "the Kit Kat Klub on acid," but you won't have to worry about bad vibes when you take this trip. After building a successful palace on the Jersey Shore, the larger-than-life Teatro ZinZanni have found a permanent new home in the rustic wine country in Woodinville -- and they're celebrating with a dazzling and vintage-inspired new production, Hollywood & Vine. International cirque, comedy and cabaret combine for a topsy-turvy blend that is part circus, part dinner theater and all magic. While you enjoy the show, you can chow down on four courses designed by James Beard Award-winning Chef Jason Wilson. Now's your chance to experience Teatro ZinZanni's high-spirited, high-flying antics in their brand new home.

A Top 10 finisher on NBC's hit show The Voice, Kat Robichaud and her band The Darling Misfits star in the latest edition of their popular Misfit Cabaret at Seattle's Hale's Ales Palladium. Their decadent mix of drag, burlesque, aerial, circus, rock music and more fulfills every variety-show fantasy, with talented guest performers pulling out all the stops and Robichaud's amazing vocals on full display.

Do you sing in the shower, with the radio, in a choir or just to yourself? Sing It Seattle! is for people just like you. At each event, you'll hear snippets of three popular songs (songs you probably already know from the vast repertoire of pop, rock, soul and even Broadway hits). You vote on your favorite, then as a group, you'll spend the next 90 minutes learning that song with some totally cool vocal harmonies. It's open to everyone regardless of vocal ability. There's no audition, no commitment and no requirement to read music. Sing it Seattle! is based on music and singing that's spontaneous, creative and fun. And it all happens in the comfort of Unexpected Productions' Market Theater, a spacious sound-rich theater in the heart of downtown Seattle.

Presented by Kitten N' Lou, Cream is a Spanksgiving feast of decadently sickening burlesque, drag and cabaret. This outrageous show at Seattle's The Triple Door will feature performances by RuPaul's Drag Race glamazon, VIVACIOUS (Seattle debut!); The Atomic Bombshells Burlesque; Kitten N’ Lou (Voted No. 1 burlesque act in the world; Cherdonna; and special surprise guests!

Flamenco favorites Casa Patas -- renowned masters of the intricate, rhythmic footwork and stirring music of this traditional Spanish art form -- return for their annual November stop at Benaroya Hall in Seattle with their newest show, Reditum. This year's fiery spectacle stars choreographer-dancer Jose Barrios, whose elegant, effortless style draws you in, while his versatility and passion keep you mesmerized. Reditum premiered in 2017 at the prestigious Festival de Jerez.

Can Can Culinary Cabaret is delighted to announce the return of its 4th annual winter show, Wonderland, to Seattle’s Historic Pike Place Market. This carnival of merriment glitters with the cheer of yesteryear. Can Can’s cast of professional dancers and singers swing from the chandeliers, mesmerizing audiences in an unrivaled intimate theater-turned-holiday chalet. Experience our tantalizing menu, carefully crafted with the best local and seasonal ingredients that Pike Place Market has to offer. 'Tis the season to eat, drink, and be merry in this wintry Wonderland, where their whimsical blend of music, dance and theater becomes your new holiday tradition.

Seattle's classic winter show, Wonderland, is back at Can Can Culinary Cabaret in the Historic Pike Place Market. Celebrate the holidays as their cast of A-list performers swings from the chandeliers into a new show full of classic beauty and artistry. It’ll be a glittering parade of nostalgia, exploding with dance, laughter and all the cheer of yesteryear. This carnival of merriment will mesmerize audiences as they enter Can Can’s intimate theater turned whimsical winter chalet, making this a holiday entertainment spectacular to remember. Experience the Pike Place Market's best of brunch, carefully crafted with local, market-fresh seasonal ingredients and prepared to tantalize even the most refined palates. Kids, parents, and grandparents alike will enjoy this delightful afternoon escape. 'Tis the season to eat, drink (the signature mimosas are a must), and be merry in this wintry Wonderland, where their whimsical blend of music, dance and theater becomes your holiday utopia.