Bill Cosby
It’s fitting that Cosby is performing just a day after Far East Suite. Not only is Bill Cosby a famous jazz lover (remember how many jazz greats guested on The Cosby Show?), but Bill himself is something of an Ellington-esque figure. You might think that his stand-up routine these days is enjoyable really only on a nostalgic level, reviving old bits and reminding us just how much we like him. Think again: Cosby still has one of the best, most original stand-up shows in the business. And at the age of 73, he will perform two 2+ hour shows back-to-back.
Where: Benaroya Hall
When: June 20
How much: $25-100
Fremont Fair and Solstice Parade
Anytime you meet someone from Austin or Portland or some other hip town who accuses Seattle of going too corporate, of losing its character, of becoming just another big city—you need to take this person to Fremont in June. Austin may need bumper stickers to remind themselves to keep it weird, but you couldn’t stop Seattle from getting weird every summer solstice. More than that, it’s a lot of fun. (Warning for parents: there will be ample nudity in this parade, though it’s about as non-sexual as you can get without clothes on).
Where: Fremont
When: Parade June 19, Fair June 19-20
How much: Free
Michael Jackson Sing-Along
Go ahead, make your jokes. Mike had his issues. But now that the man and his accompanying media circus have left us, we’re finally allowed to focus on his real legacy: the music. Whatever you think of the person, Michael Jackson’s otherworldly talent is something we won’t see again very soon. Celebrate some of the best pop songs ever constructed at Central Cinema’s MJ Sing-Along: with over a dozen of his best videos playing, you are encouraged to sing and dance along. Don’t forget your sparkly glove.
Where: Central Cinema
When: June 26-27
How much: $6 in advance, $8 day of show
Taste of Tacoma
Going to Tacoma for dinner sound crazy to you? Well, there’s the traffic. But apart from it being a bit of a haul in rush hour, there’s plenty of culinary and other cultural treasure waiting for you in the other great city that anchors our region. Unconvinced? Well, Taste of Tacoma will be putting the city’s best food foot forward. Take a chance—you won’t be disappointed.
Where: Point Defiance Park
When: June 25-27
How much: Free
