The Phoenix Theatre, WA

🚨 Tickets are now on sale for our upcoming holiday show: The Night Before the Night Before Christmas by Cricket Daniel directed by Renée Gilbert!🚨
We'll be hosting a special talk-back with the playwright on Sun Dec 1st after the matinee! You won't want to miss the chance to ask the author questions and see what they thought of our version of the show!
"​Lou has wrestled with a big ball of tangled Christmas lights for the last time! He is grabbing the sunblock, his Elvis in Paradise album, and his wife Carol, and he is hopping on the Pineapple Express! He plans to escape the freezing cold of New Jersey, his nutty family, and most of all… the holidays. However, a freak snow storm leaves the couple stranded at the airport and their dream of sipping Pina Coladas on the beach is in peril. Will a couple of unexpected characters help restore Lou’s Christmas Spirit in the… St. Nick… of time!?”

Tickets: https://our.show/nightbeforechristmas

Today is the closing matinee of Tartuffe: Born Again and it's extremely full today so please consider arriving closer to door opening time at 1:15pm for the 2pm show.
The final cast member hardly needs introduction at this point but BJ Smyth plays our Louisiana grifter turned Televangelist Tartuffe.
"BJ is just about perfect as the schlocky Tartuffe. His drawl, big smile, and polite manner are so over the top, but every once in awhile his true personality comes through, especially when he sees Orgon’s wife, Elmire (Laura McFarlane). BJ delivers on all counts here, he’s just so funny in this role, and he’s a master at the smarmy, while Jag is very good at the servant who is willing to put Tartuffe above even his own family. The highlight of BJ’s performance for me is the opening to Act 2, as his Tartuffe prepares for his next sermon. It’s a look inside the mind of this complicated character, and the way BJ flits in and out of thought and into speech is quite extraordinary. It’s funny, but it’s also the point of the show. And when Cleante and Elmire hatch a plan to shine a light on the true nature of Tartuffe, the result is a scene from Laura and BJ that steals the show."- Greg Heilman The Sound On Stage

"BJ Smyth is happy to be back on stage at The Phoenix Theatre. He has recently appeared in Move Over Mrs. Markham (TPT), Ada and the Engine (Driftwood), and Wonka (Driftwood). Love to J&J. And PTL."

Photos by Jim Sipes featuring BJ Smyth and Laura McFarlane

Returning patrons will hardly recognize Phoenix fan-favorite James Lynch with this hair! James plays protective brother Damis, who doesn't trust Tartuffe as far as he can throw him! Will he be forced to watch his family fall under the preacher's spell?
"James is beyond thrilled to be back at the Phoenix! He has been in several shows on this stage in the past several years, most recently in “Move Over Mrs. Markham” and “Death By Design”. He is especially excited to be returning to the show that made him fall in love with Farce back in high school. Special thanks to Meghan, Chelsea, and Juliette for giving me a lifetime of experience as a brother. James is so excited to be back on the Phoenix stage."
Doors open tonight at 6:45pm for a 7:30pm showtime. As a reminder there is no late seating.
Written by Molière and Freyda Thomas directed by Eric Lewis
Photo by Jim Sipes

We will have tickets available at the door Fri and Sat evenings this weekend 10/25 & 10/26 Sunday 10/27 is almost sold out so no promises. Doors open at 6:45pm for a 7:30pm show time.
Help us welcome back to our stage the incomparable Susan Connors who plays the pious Mrs. Parnell in Tartuffe: Born Again by Moliere and Freyda Thomas. Mrs. Parnell wants to believe in the goodness of televangelist Tartuffe but will he swindle her and her family for all their worth?
"A regular here, Phoenix audiences may remember her most recently listing poisons alphabetically in Death by Design, and posing behind the iced buns in Calendar Girls, as well as numerous others over the past 15 seasons.. She has also appeared locally with Woodinville Rep, Ballyhoo, Red Curtain, Seattle Children’s Theatre, Bathhouse Theatre, Tacoma Actors Guild among others. Although her TV credits age her, she confesses to appearances in Archie Bunker’s Place, Mrs. Columbo and Northern Exposure. She is a regular performer with the nationally syndicated radio drama series Imagination Theatre."
Pick up your favorite seats while they last when you pay ahead of time at https://our.show/tartuffebornagain

"A hilarious show!", "Just Wonderful!" "Still so relevant today!" That's just a taste of what folks are saying about Tartuffe: Born Again by Moliere and Freyda Thomas directed by Eric Lewis, which has just THREE shows remaining this Fri, Sat, and Sunday!
The lovely and talented Ines Kreitlein joins the Phoenix Theatre for the first time in the role of Tammy Faye De Salle, a real estate appraiser without whom the show might end a lot differently!
"Ines Kreitlein (De Salle) is excited to be joining this fun and talented cast and crew on the Phoenix Theatre stage for the first time. She was most recently seen as Lord Byron in the Driftwood Players’ Ada and the Engine, and is hoping to invest her big commission off of Tartuffe’s estate sale into her upcoming short film projects."
Snap up your tickets before it's too late at www.tptedmonds.org
Photos by Jim Sipes
Radical 80's costumes by Audrey McGee

Audiences and critics have been delighted and impressed with the ultra talented ensemble of Tartuffe: Born Again! Ashlie Blaske plays Dorine, who drives our comedy with sarcastic wit. Will she be able to thwart Tartuffe before he has his way with Orgon's family and fortune?
"Ashlie Blaske has recently been seen as: Carol in Festival of Shorts-The Bench (EDP), June in Into the Breeches (Red Curtain Foundation), Mock Turtle/Caterpillar in Alice in Wonderland (Variety Plus), and Marthann in Southern Fried Funeral (Lynden Performing Arts Guild). When not on stage, Ashlie can be found solving IT problems, teaching choreography for Lynden High Schools theatre program or toting her baby nephew around in the front of her overalls. This performance is dedicated to my dad, whose laugh I can always hear from backstage."
Great seats remain for Fri and Sat, Sunday matinee is going quickly.
Tickets at www.tptedmonds.org
Photos by Jim Sipes

We’re introducing you to our incredible cast: Meet Laura McFarlane who plays Elmire! Elmire is the not-so-evil stepmother in Tartuffe: Born Again. She is the object of a lascivious preacher’s affection and a devoted step-mom who wants only the best for her daughter. Will she be able to change her husband’s mind before disaster strikes her family?
"Laura is thrilled to be in her first show at Phoenix! Favorite past roles include Olive in 25th…Spelling Bee, Helene in Sweet Charity, Nina in Vanya & Sonia & Masha & Spike, Hope in Something’s Afoot and Shelby in Steel Magnolias. She has choreographed for various theatres including Driftwood Players, Red
Curtain Foundation, Kitsap Forest Theatre & local school productions. Laura has appeared onstage with numerous Seattle area theatre groups including Seattle Opera, SecondStory Repertory and Bainbridge Performing Arts. Thank you to all who made this show possible!"
Only 3 chances left to enjoy Tartuffe: Born Again! This Fri/Sat at 7:30pm and Sunday at 2pm (tickets for Sunday are going fast if you prefer a matinee do not delay!)
Tix: www.tptedmonds.org

Another lovely review! "I can’t say enough about the individual performances here, and beyond how very good BJ is in this lead role, it’s the quality of the group as an ensemble that makes Tartuffe, Born Again exceedingly good."
Huge thanks to Greg Heilman and The Sound on Stage for coming to the show and for your thoughtful review!
Only 3 more chances to see this hilarious and timely show-- What are you waiting for??
Tix: www.tptedmonds.org

Stage Review - Tartuffe, Born Again (Phoenix Theatre) — The Sound on Stage We’ve all heard stories of men who are full of promises, without anything to back them up.  Men who use their enthusiasm and larger than life personality to draw us into their world of deceit and lies.  Tartuffe, the classic French story of such a man, a pious man who turns out to

The critics are saying "Hallelujah" for Tartuffe: Born Again! Huge thanks to Karen Bennett Herr and the Edmonds Beacon for checking out our latest show and for the thoughtful review! Subscribers, check it out here!

Tickets are still available for tonight, tomorrow's Sunday matinee and closing weekend next week! www.tptedmonds.org

Hallelujah for TPT’s ‘Tartuffe – Born Again’ - Edmonds Beacon Can we get an “amen,” folks? The Phoenix Theatre’s “Tartuffe – Born Again,” through Oct. 27, is a hilarious fresh take on the 1664 comedy by Jean Baptiste Moliere. …

We have a very full house tonight! Please consider arriving early to get parked, checked in, and grab a beverage before the show. Doors open at 6:45pm for a 7:30pm showtime. There is no late seating, treasured guests.

Tartuffe: Born Again has been a comedic revelation for audiences and we’re so proud to introduce you to our magnificent cast! Next up is Morgan Peeler, returning to the Phoenix Theatre stage to play Agent Loyal, a hard-nosed FBI agent who is hot on the case of a certain swindler. Morgan was seen here recently in Wonder of the World.
“Morgan has a few personal favorites: wife and son, the community part of community theatre, ice cream, Bill Murray, live music, not-live music, cooking, bread baking, America's National Parks, those special times when the dog sleeps through the night and waiting in the green room for extended periods of time before finally appearing on stage."
Tartuffe: Born Again plays this weekend and next and then it must close! Don’t delay and pick up your tickets today for just $20/sr/student/mil or $25/adults 54 and under at https://our.show/tartuffebornagain
Written by Moliere and Freyda Thomas, directed by Eric Lewis
Photos by Jim Sipes

The brilliant cast and crew of Tartuffe: Born Again are back this weekend! What do you do when a charlatan claiming holy devotion has a hold on your father? Find out- for two more weeks only!
Great seats are available for Fri, Sat, and Sun but Saturday Oct 19th has the best availability. Pick your favorite seats at www.tptedmonds.org or call us to reserve 206.533.2000
Don't miss the amazing 80's hair and costumes by Audrey McGee
Written by Molière and Freyda Thomas directed by Eric Lewis
Featuring Ashlie Blaske and Ines Kreitlein photo by Jim Sipes

We'll have some tickets available at the door for today (Sat) and tomorrow (Sun matinee) so don't miss Tartuffe: Born Again a funny and timely look at faith and those who would exploit it for their own financial gain.
Written by Molière and Freyda Thomas directed by Eric Lewis
Featuring Eric Hartley, Ines Kreitlein, Jag and Susan Connors
Photo by Jim Sipes

Tartuffe: Born Again returns for a 2nd weekend this Fri, Sat and Sun! This modernized version of Molière's classic Tartuffe, set in a 1980s Louisiana TV studio, will leave you breathless with laughter.
Great seats are available at www.tptedmonds.org or by calling 206.533.2000
Written by Freyda Thomas and directed by Eric Lewis
Photos by Jim Sipes

What an incredible opening weekend we had for Tartuffe: Born Again! Thank you all! Can we top it this weekend?
We're taking a moment to introduce you to our wonderful cast and today Andrew Weiss is on the docket!
Andrew plays Valere, the young lover who may not be the sharpest tool in the shed but he knows what he wants-- Mary Ann! Will his attempt to woo the love of his life suffer at the hands of the wily televangelist Tartuffe?
"Andrew is excited to be joining The Phoenix Theatre for Tartuffe: Born Again as Valere! He has performed with Desert Ensemble Theatre, Green Room Theatre Company, Bandit Theater, Jet City Improv, Everett Improv, RBCC Players, Theatre Momentum and Sound Theatre Company. Recently, he was selected to perform at the World Comedy Expo, Rise Comedy Festival, Hi-Desert Fringe Festival and was a finalist at the Coachella Valley Improv & Comedy Festival. Andrew is an alumni of UCB, The Second City and RADA’s Shakespeare program."

Tickets: https://our.show/tartuffebornagain