The Seattle events in January 2012 offer quite a variety of things to do. See a show or cheer for some Monster Truck destruction! Check out a world-class ukulele player or worship with a world-famous evangelist.
Joel and Victoria Osteen - A Night of Hope
Joel and Victoria Osteen are pastors at America's largest church, based in Houston, Texas, but are broadcast worldwide via weekly television programs. They are also known for their bestselling books and touring events. "A Night of Hope" at Key Arena is a mix of praise and worship led by the Osteens as well as music by Cindy Cruse Ratcliff, Steve Crawford, Da'dra Greathouse, and the Lakewood Band and Ensemble.
When: January 6, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Key Arena
How much: $15
West Side Story is a classic tale of doomed-yet-star-crossed lovers in the tradition of Romeo and Juliet. Maria and Tony fall in love, but are from rival gangs-one Puerto Rican and one white working class. While the social themes explored in the plot are heavy, many of the songs in the soundtrack are light and fun. Many famous songs came out of this soundtrack, including "I Feel Pretty," "Tonight," and "Maria."
When: January 10-15
Where: Paramount
How much: $27-$90
Monster Jam is an event known far and wide for its massive monster trucks, and an event frequently held in Tacoma. The event itself involves competitions between the monster trucks, but these are no ordinary competitions. Watch as these monsters leap over cars, or crush them beneath their tires, race for speed, or compete for the best air. After the show, Monster Jam is legendary for its autograph parties where everyone who wishes to get an autograph from a star in the show will get one.
When: January 13-15
Where: Tacoma Dome
How much: $10-$45
Gabriel Iglesias Stand-Up Revolution Tour
The self-titled "Fluffy" or "The Fluffy Man" is a comic known for his self-depreciating fat jokes. Iglesias is no small man and he uses this to every advantage in his jokes. The show and the comic are energetic, as Iglesias tends to use high-pitched and zany voices to illustrate his stories.
When: January 14, 8 p.m.
Where: Emerald Queen Casino
How much: $40-$80
Gilbert and Sullivan's I've Got A Little Twist
W. S. Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan were an operatic play writing duo of the 1800s and their musicals still continue to be popular to this day. The Pantages Theater in Tacoma is putting on a fun performance that takes the best of Gilbert and Sullivan's top musicals and performs them all under one roof. Expect well-known tunes from "The Pirates of Penzance" to "The Mikado."
When: January 14, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Pantages Theater
How much: $26-$59
If you haven't seen Jake Shimabukuro's ukulele playing on YouTube, then you're missing out. But whether you're a fan of him from his viral videos or you've seen him in person before, you won't be let down. Shimabukuro is one of the stars of the ukulele world and what he can do with this tiny instrument is sure to impress.
When: January 20, 7:30 p.m. (free pre-show lecture at 6:30)
Where: Rialto Theater
How much: $39 and $49
Wu-Tang Clan
The Wu-Tang Clan burst onto the rap scene in the early 90s, and is made up of several individual rappers, including RZA, GZA, Method Man, Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, U-God, Masta Killa, and Ol' Dirty Bastard (deceased), along with countless affiliates and performers they helped to launch. Each of the MCs within the group have also released solo work, making this group a force to be reckoned with. Check out a review of a Wu-Tang Clan concert if you want to know what to expect!
When: January 25, 8 p.m.
Where: Showbox SODO
How much: $35
