Incredible band to work with!! We had them play at our wedding and they absolutely blew it out of…read morethe park. Everything was perfect, the sound system was perfect, the talent was absolutely insane. We loved it so much and so did everyone else. Would highly recommend them for any events necessary, they really can do it all!

From the owner: Inspire Music is a wedding band based out of Seattle, WA. We play at weddings, corporate events,…read moregatherings, and celebrations. Comprised of experienced musicians with a passion for music, we pursue excellence with each song we create.

I absolutely love ADI! As an adult who started dance a couple years ago, this is the best studio…read moreI've found. The instructors are so knowledgeable, patient and helpful and don't make you feel bad for being a beginner. I've taken ballet, tap and hip hop since I got hooked on dance at ADI!

Great new dance space, my daughter just started and we are really happy with their dance…read moreinstructions and communication with parents.

Great find in the neighborhood!!! Loved the display of puppets, and the curator makes some of the…read morepuppets so he showed us some in action. So fun and unexpected. Definitely worth a drop in if you can on the weekends (12-4) we will be back next year when they change up the displays!

We took school groups here for puppet shows…read more I was not sure how it would go. It was marvelous. The production was very engaging and interesting for the students. Afterwards staff answered questions fo rthe kids. It was clear that they enjoy having groups of children in and that in answering the questions they took care to explain so the children could understand them

A Very Die Hard Christmas -- Seattle Public Theater…read more For 33 straight years, my sister (WCP) and I have watched Die Hard and Die Hard 2 every December. A few years ago, a friend introduced me to this parody play -- and now it's officially part of my holiday tradition. I come back year-over-year because each production is different, clever, and full of new surprises. This year's version was one of the best yet: Upgraded set pieces, including a tall wall with TWO vents and working doors Smartly updated jokes and swapped-out 80s references Fresh additions to the villain list (shoutout to Huey Lewis & The News and Vidal Sassoon) And a perfect recreation of the iconic vent scene where McClane mutters: "Come out to the coast, we'll get together, have a few laughs..." followed by "Now I know what a TV dinner feels like." This was my 3rd time, my friend Mary R's "don't ask how many," and my sister's very first time. The show was hilarious and high-energy -- but honestly, the best part was watching WCP react to it for the first time. Pure holiday magic. Seattle Public Theater nails the humor, nostalgia, and chaotic joy of Die Hard while giving audiences something new every December. If you love the movie, love parody, or just want a holiday show that's totally different from the usual lineup, go see this. Highly recommended. Yippee-Ki-Yay, Seattle.

An Afternoon That Really Took Flight…read more Spent the afternoon at Seattle Public Theater for their production of Aviatrix, based on the life of Bessie Coleman. Set against the realities of 1917, the story follows Bessie Coleman's determination to become a pilot. As an African American and Native woman facing closed doors in the United States, she traveled to France to learn to fly and fulfill her dream of becoming a licensed pilot. What an incredible production. The performances and vocals were outstanding, and the music completely pulled me in. I wish they would release a soundtrack. I was not expecting the bonus of staying afterward for the post show talkback with the cast, artistic director, playwright, and composer. Flying high from this one. Bessie Coleman's story is inspiring, uplifting, and a reminder that sometimes you have to leave the ground everyone expects you to stay on.

+1 - Cost. Competitively priced drinks and food. +1 -…read moreThemed days including "Taco Tuesdays", "Movie Night", "Bingo", "Poker", et al. +1 - Staff. The staff, excluding the bartenders who receive gratuities, volunteer their time. +1 - Charity. There are numerous opportunities to support the community through fund drives. The +1 - Hours. Because volunteers staff this location, like most locations, the hours are perfect for those seeking an after-work cocktail or beer. Background. Depending on the bartender, your first or next visit might be a mixed bag of customer service expectations. Specifically. If the bar is pretty much empty, and the bartender sees this, they might take a smoke break or use the bathroom. This doesn't apply to everyone, but remember it if you're ever alone. Again, unpaid staff support this establishment. Regarding the food options, you are allowed to bring in your own food, provided it's not during a theme night. Examples included Baked Potato Night, Initiation Night, Taco Tuesday, a hosted Seahawks watch party, or any random theme night that features a menu item. Drink values are pretty equitable, as they are based on having a volunteer staff. They aren't dirt cheap, but you won't be paying for a pint or shot like you should if you were downtown or in one of the more populated neighborhoods (see Capitol Hill, Ballard, Greenwood, etc.). Entertainment. Depending on the evening, you might be invited to participate in Trivia Night, watch the latest movie, play some poker, or support the club via Bingo night. Overall, your expectations should be more like visiting family and less like visiting a 4 or 5 star restaurant. Finally, whenever possible, be sure to tip the kitchen staff directly, as they don't receive any cash compensation. If you are a non-member, you're encouraged to be a guest of a member and consider registering for an annual membership. As always, your individual experience will vary.

As a member I love the Eagles and of course Arie #1 is the best. Nice to be able to go somewhere…read moreand relax and have have a drink without having to deal with the typical bar patron issues. I'm 41 and have been a member since I was 30. If you are looking for a place with good prices and no drama then join and whatever city or town you come to you have a relaxing place to be. Some locations have great bands on the weekend and dancing (we like to visit those and just watch the older group dance). Some have food all the time others don't but you just have to check and see. I will never not be a member. It's just too good of deal.

What a convenient location and cool space for everything!…read more A large building, taking up nearly a block in the University District's north end offering classes, concerts, office spaces and more. Located immediately adjacent to the Saturday farmer's market, it can offer a space for warmth on winter days, and presumably a cool place in the shade on hot, summer afternoons. Staff are friendly and hospitable - when located.

The logistics of the outdoor playset for kids has a potentially bad set-up, albeit in Seattle where…read morethere's not as many hot days, has the play area out in the open. This is a private property that's graciously open to the public during specific days and hours, so visitors should note that limited access in case they confuse this with a public park or playground open to the community at large.

I have taken singing lessons with Andy for many years, and it has brought me a lot of joy,…read morelearning, and growth both musical and personal. The combination of Andy's ability to help you grow in the technical and psychological aspects of improving your singing and his artful and skillful piano accompaniment (transposing on the fly into whatever key works best for you!), adds up to a great experience. I often push myself to go to a lesson, feeling tired after a long day at work, and leave feeling so much better physically and mentally. We laugh a lot while we work! I appreciate that Andy works with you to achieve your goals, and he will push you to stretch to make progress, but he's fundmentally there to hlep you get what you want from your lessons--the kind of music you want to sing, whether you want to perform, when you want to push yourself on technique and when you want to just relax and sing. And he realizes all that may change week to week and evolve over time. Perhaps the strongest proof of the trust I have in Andy and the growth I've experienced working with him over the years is that improvising is an incredbly vulnerable thing for me to do--mistakes, wrong notes, falling off the edge of the tune, eek! And I regularly improvise now at my lessons and it brings me a special kind of happiness to able to experiment, play, create beauty, and express myself. I'm grateful to be able to learn from and make music with Andy.

I've worked with Andy several times over the years including currently. He is very patient and kind…read morebut also ruthlessly honest in a good way about feedback on singing and technique. He has an incredible perception to how you are using your muscles , tongue, stomach etc by listening and watching and can diagnose what you're doing and how to improve. I have definitely noticed improvement over the years and have received positive feedback from others.

This venue is simple but cool, like a converted church with folding chairs for strange and cool…read morelittle events like The Moth. Small, with little snacks for sale and informal seating, and decent talent walking through the doors -- including your neighbors. Bottom line: I have only ventured to see The Moth but I know they have a lot of other good stuff including music and other wonderful oddities. I will be back!

I got tickets for one of the most meaningful shows of my life and the time was changed to 30…read moreminutes earlier. I didn't receive any notification about the time change and arrived 10 minutes early to the time listed on my ticket and 20 minutes late to the show. I wasn't ushered in to the performance hall with any sort of direction, there was no acknowledgement of the mixup, I stood (in platform heels) for the entire show in front of a door and with a partially obstructed view, had to leave fairly unceremoniously due to the late show they squeezed in afterwards (presumably to sell more tickets) and to top things off they didn't have sparkling water when I tried to order it after the show, which is less annoying but was the cherry on top. Don't book with them.

This is a wonderful place for children to learn classical ballet. I was a student of Miss Susan as…read morea child and have enrolled all my daughters. They learn such grace and athleticism. Ballet helps with sports, poise, presentation skills, and gives you grace your whole life long. We are very happy with Island youth ballet. Not to mention their shows are spectacular and as good as Pacific Northwest ballet, in my opinion.

Sylvan was an amazing fairy godmother at my daughter's 7th birthday party! She brought face paint,…read morea dress-up kit, wand-making supplies, and she also told a magical story that wove all these elements together, keeping the girls entranced and entertained for an hour and a half. This made the afternoon so much easier and more manageable for the parents. The setup and cleanup was all simple and taken care of, and the house was completely mess-free at the end. I was able to relax and actually chat with the other parents. The only thing I had to think about was the cake. Multiple parents told me it was the best kid birthday party they had seen. Most importantly, my daughter was over the moon. I highly recommend Sylvan for a magical, easy party!

Sylvan hosted the perfect "magical woodland" themed party for our 4 year old. Thank you!read more