Orcas Center News
Help us Thrive in 2025!
Help us Thrive in 2025! $300,000 to raise in our END OF YEAR FUNDRAISER As we wrap up a dynamic season overflowing with activity, preparation for 2025 is already well underway! Orcas Center is proud
Orcas Island Jazz Festival Tickets Available Now!
Orcas Island Jazz Festival Returns this Labor Day Weekend! The Orcas Island Jazz Festival (OIJF), lights up Orcas Center every Labor Day weekend to celebrate and share the music of jazz. As a program of
Announcing the 2024 Summer Concert Series!
Orcas Center’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Village Green No tickets necessary thanks to our generous sponsors! Sundays at 5pm from June 16th - August 25th On the Village Green Full Concert Line-up June
Native American Canoe Journey – May 22
Orcas Island to Welcome Native American Canoe Journey May 22nd, 2024 By Geri and David Turnoy Image courtesy of Phreddie Xwenang Lane For more information, Visit Gathering of the Eagles on Facebook For the last
The Met Opera at Orcas Center this Spring
This spring, watch incredible performances from The Metropolitan Opera at Orcas Center! Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the world’s best performers at the height of their careers –
Featured Artist: Avi Shmueli
The Visual Arts Committee (VAC) opens its March exhibit with a community show showcasing landscape art on Friday, March 1 at 5:30pm with Featured Artist Avi Shmueli. After moving to Orcas with his wife, Andrea
The Met Opera at Orcas Center
Start the New Year off right with incredible performances from The Metropolitan Opera at Orcas Center! Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the world’s best performers at the height
Get Into the Festive Spirit at Orcas Center!
Orcas Center brings the holiday spirit to life through song, music, art, and dance! Whether it’s a book talk, art show, craft market, concert, or dance extravaganza, there are so many activities to choose from
Whale of a Show – 2023!
Did you miss Whale of a Show last week? Fret not! Now it's in our video archives! Click on the image below to watch the full show: https://vimeo.com/881512357
Call for 2024 Featured Artists
CALL FOR 2024 FEATURED ARTISTS! The Visual Arts Committee of Orcas Center is planning the 2024 season and is pleased to welcome back Featured Artist Exhibits! Featured Artists at Orcas Center have dedicated displays in
Jazz Festival 2023 – The Best Musicians Come to Orcas!
The Orcas Island Jazz Festival (OIJF), Orcas Island's premier jazz event, returns to Orcas Island this Labor Day weekend. The line-up includes: Thursday, August 31 at 6pm - FREE concert on the Village Green: EntreMundos
Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival 2023
2023 Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival 26th Season August 4 – 19, 2023 Season Sponsors: David and Amy Fulton All Concerts and Events take place at Orcas Center, Main Stage (unless otherwise indicated) (all artists
Thank you for attending What Dreams May Come!
Orcas Center and The Rock on the Rock Choir Present on Center Stage: What Dreams May Come May 4th - May 20th, 2023 Thank you to everyone who made "What Dreams May Come" possible -
On Display Now: AOK and High School Art Show
AOK Arts for Kids and the Visual Arts Committee Presents: AOK and High School Student Art Show On display April 14th - May 31st High School Art Talk - Friday, April 28th 5-7pm Lobby Gallery
2023 Summer Concert Series
What started out as a means to gather safely during COVID has now turned into an annual tradition. Join us this summer as we present 12 great bands on the Village Green - FREE to
On Screen at Orcas Center: May – July 2023
This summer's On-Screen lineup at Orcas Center includes a host of offerings from The Metropolitan Opera, and National Theatre Live. Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the world’s best
On Screen at Orcas Center: March and April 2023
March and April's On-Screen lineup at Orcas Center includes a host of offerings from The Metropolitan Opera, and National Theatre Live. Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the world’s
In Memoriam: Bruce Orchid
In Memoriam: Bruce Orchid Bruce Orchid played many roles in our community, including that of Orcas Center's first Executive Director in 1986. We are heartbroken to learn of his passing and send our condolences to
On Screen at Orcas Center: January and February 2023
January and February's On-Screen lineup at Orcas Center includes a host of offerings from The Metropolitan Opera, and National Theatre Live. Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the world’s
Olga Symphony Livestream 2022
The Olga Symphony Livestream Friday, November 25th, 2022 They’re back! The beloved tradition returns, as the Olga Symphony once more takes to the Orcas Center stage for their annual Holiday Concert. Melinda, Gordon, Z, JP,
Casting Notice for Winter Play: Blithe Spirit
CASTING NOTICE FOR WINTER PLAY There are no set audition dates Contact Dorrie Braun at 626-695-8283 to make an appointment to read from the script BLITHE SPIRIT Written By Noel Coward and Directed by Dorrie
What A Difference a Year Makes!
WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES! $300,000 to raise in our END OF YEAR FUNDRAISER Help us get a $60k donor match by the end of November! . This time last year, Orcas Center was
Whale of a Show – Livestream Archive
Did you miss Whale of a Show? Fret not! Now it's in our video archives! Click on the image below to watch the full show: https://vimeo.com/763176779
The World’s Best Performers Come to the Orcas Center Screen
November and December's On-Screen lineup at Orcas Center includes a host of offerings from The Metropolitan Opera, and National Theatre Live. Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the world’s
In Memoriam: Jane Marilyn McGuire
Jane Marilyn McGuire, previously of Eastsound, WA, passed peacefully in Atlanta, Georgia under the Full Hunter Moon with her family by her side on October 9, 2022. She was a woman of exceptional beauty, humor,
Orcas Center is Hiring!
Orcas Center is hiring for two part-time positions! Marketing Manager (approximately 20 hours per week) and Bookkeeper (approximately 10-15 hours per week) Come join a supportive, talented, and dedicated staff that helps create a home
Youth Acting Classes Begin This Fall
Youth Acting Classes Running September 13th - October 20th: 12 sessions Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Black Box Instructors: Jake Perrine and Jamey Moriarity Price: $70 . Acting classes provide children with more than just
Announcing – Summer Concert Series!
Full Concert Line-up! June 18th - August 27th On the Village Green 203 N Beach Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245 Tickets are complimentary thanks to our wonderful Summer Series Sponsors! ** JUNE ** Sat 18th at
Orcas Center welcomes Mieka Neenan
Orcas Center is pleased to welcome our newest staff member, Mieka Neenan, as our Front-of-House Manager! Mieka is now full-time and will be your go-to person for all customer care issues: Ticketing inquiries, memberships, upcoming
Art Unlocked – Pandemic Productions
Visual Arts Committee Presents: Art Unlocked - Pandemic Productions On display March 4th-April 12th Opening Reception Friday, March 4th 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room Due to COVID Precautions, the following guidelines will be followed
The World’s Best Performers Come to the Orcas Center Screen
May and June's On-Screen lineup at Orcas Center includes a host of offerings from The Metropolitan Opera, Bolshoi Ballet, and National Theatre Live. Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of
Home for the Holidays December 2021
Donations from this event will go to the performing artists and Orcas Center's streaming campaign. Thank you for your support! Mail donations to: Orcas Center PO Box 567 Eastsound, WA 98245 Donations from this event
Olga Symphony – November 2021
All donations to this event will be donated to local charities and Orcas Center’s streaming campaign. Thank you for your support! Mail donations to: Orcas Center PO Box 567 Eastsound, WA 98245 On the Orcas
The World’s Best Performers Come to the Orcas Center Screen
This season’s On-Screen lineup at Orcas Center includes a host of offerings from The Metropolitan Opera, Bolshoi Ballet, and National Theatre Live. Filmed live in HD, these on-screen events feature a diverse sampling of the
Fundraising is on now!
CLICK HERE TO DONATE Orcas Center, our beloved community resource, has undergone a major makeover : From brand new theatre seating to a reinvigorated costume shop, we are poised to take on our 2021-2022 season
Orcas Center’s Reopening Plans
Orcas Center’s closure over the past 15 months has brought about great challenges, change, and opportunities. I am thrilled that we can look towards a more certain future now that the majority of San Juan
Orcas Center Seating Campaign – SOLD OUT!
SOLD OUT!!! Thank you to everyone who donated! TAKE YOUR SEAT IN ORCAS CENTER HISTORY We saved you a seat in the spotlight - Here’s your chance to name it! Celebrate a loved one, honor
Happy 90th Willie Thomas!
Performed LIVE from Orcas Center September 22, 2019 Willie Thomas Memorial Concert https://vimeo.com/511335129 In celebration of what would have been Willie Thomas' 90th birthday, Oliver Groenewald and Wendy Thomas released the memorial concert played
Archive #19 – Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms
Streamed LIVE from Orcas Center October 23rd, 2020 Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms https://vimeo.com/454557333 If you've traveled anywhere in North America and Europe, or have spent any time listening to country music that
Archive #18 – Stephen Fairweather
Streamed LIVE from Orcas Center October 18th, 2020 Stephen Fairweather https://vimeo.com/459592074 Stephen Fairweather is a pianist and composer from NW Montana currently residing on Orcas Island. He has worked as an accompanist for choral &
Orcas Center is Now at the Six-Month Mark of Closure
We count ourselves among the lucky - while many of our counterparts have had to shutter their doors completely, Orcas Center has been able to sustain minimal operations, with our staff volunteering many hours to
Archive #17 – Rafe Pearlman
Streamed LIVE from Orcas Center August 27th, 2020 Rafe Pearlman with VJ Kaizen https://vimeo.com/452940116 In a beautiful twist of fate, we find ourselves in the company of Rafe Pearlman who is visiting Orcas this
Archive #16 – Charlie Porter and Friends
Streamed LIVE from Orcas Center on Thursday, August 20th, 2020. Charlie Porter and Friends 200820 Charlie Porter & Friends final from Orcas Center on Vimeo. An event not be missed, GRAMMY award winning trumpeter and
Archive #15 – Grace and Clint McCune with Joel Gamble
Join us for an extraordinary night of music, story, and magic! Island gem, pianist Grace McCune, is joined by her guitar-slinging brother Clint McCune, and violist Joel Gamble. This dynamic trio has created music, toured,
Black Lives Matter
Community is everything, especially on our rugged 57-square mile island with its 5,500 citizens. We are all here by choice in this microcosm, where we ideally elevate each other to be better human beings in
Archive #14 – The 39 Steps – 2014
Directed by Deborah Sparks and starring Robert Hall, Grace McCune, Christopher Evans, and Cali Bagby. This was the funniest production I have ever seen at Orcas Center! I laughed to tears multiple times.
Archive #13: Stay at Home… and All That Jazz
Back in March, just five days from opening, the cast and crew of Chicago were putting the finishing touches on this classic musical when it was decided that Orcas Center would need to close down
Archive #12: Enchanted Forest 5 – The Naughty Pirates of Neverland
Enchanted Forest 5 - The Naughty Pirates of Neverland 1.19.17 Enchanted Forest V: The Naughty Pirates of Neverland - 1.19.17 from Orcas Center on Vimeo.
Archive #11: Enchanted Forest 4 – Transyvania Express’O!
Enchanted Forest 4: Transyvania Express’O! - 1.22.2016 Enchanted Forest 4: Transyvania Express'O! - 1.22.2016 from Orcas Center on Vimeo.
Archive #10: Enchanted Forest 3 Inflatable Club Cloud 7
Enchanted Forest 3 Inflatable Club Cloud 7 - 10.18.13 Enchanted Forest III: Inflatable Club Cloud 7 - 10.18.13 from Orcas Center on Vimeo.
Archive #9: Enchanted Forest 2
Enchanted Forest 2 (10.20.12) Enchanted Forest II: Fly Me To The Moon - 10.20.12 from Orcas Center on Vimeo.
Archive #8: Enchanted Forest 1
Enchanted Forest 1 (2011) Enchanted Forest 1 (2011) from Orcas Center on Vimeo.
Archive #7: Tempest
The Tempest Spring, 2017 Tempest 4/17/14 from Orcas Center on Vimeo.
Archive #6: A Midsummer Night’s Abduction
A Midsummer Night’s Abduction 4/2/15 A Midsummer Night's Abduction 4/2/15 from Orcas Center on Vimeo.
Archive #5: Across the Universe
All you need is Love!
Archive #4: Moulin Rouge
Continuing the French theme - A Rock on the Rock classic:
Closed But Busy Serving the Community
One of the hardest decisions we had to make was closing down activities at Orcas Center. That included classes, art showings, productions, meetings and gatherings of all kinds. After all, it was just a few
Archive #2: Sea Stars / Sorne
Last fall we had a great run of live music acts (and with any luck you will get to see the lineup coming this fall!), and thanks to our friends Imagine Music and Arts Festival,
Archive #1: This Is Me
Hello, shut-in community! We miss you! Since we can't get together, its time to share some memories from when we did. I'm adding to enormous pile of "stuff to watch while social distancing" with a
An unfortunate time to be in the “gathering together” business
Hello community! What an unfortunate time to be in the “gathering together” business. I sure miss all your many beautiful faces, and all the hard work and creativity we put into the endless parade of
COVID-19 Information from Orcas Center
CLICK HERE TO DONATE ... ... To Our Wonderful Orcas Center Community, ... It is with a heavy heart that Orcas Center is announcing a temporary closure through the end of April. Due to
In the Gallery: Fiber Magic
Visual Arts Committee Presents: Fiber Magic On display March 5th-March 30th Opening Reception Friday, March 6th 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room Join us for an evening celebrating fiber artists! Geoff Shilling will be the
Keeping our community healthy
The Orcas Center board and staff have received questions regarding the public health concern over the recent Novel Coronavirus (2019-ncov) outbreak. As of this writing, there are no confirmed cases of Novel Coronavirus (2019-ncov) in
An Evening with George Winston
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage An Evening with George Winston Sunday, September 13th at 7:30pm Tiered Ticket Pricing for George Winston: $57, $40, $25 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas Center Members receive $2
Canvas Bags music video – Orcas Island Middle School Theatre Exploratory class 2020
This is what enthusiasm and no budget looks like! (video below) Tim Minchin is now everywhere, a staple, a household name (or he should be!), having penned several musicals in addition to his cabaret comedy
On Center Stage: Martin Taylor with Special Guest Gene Nery
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Martin Taylor with Special Guest Gene Nery Saturday, February 8th at 7:30pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $15 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas Center Members receive $2 off
Applications for Production now being accepted for 2020/2021 season
It's that time of year! Time to start thinking about NEXT year! (Already?!). Yes! Orcas Center is always listening for new ideas for events and new artists looking to present their work. Toward that
In the Gallery: Man Made Show
Visual Arts Committee Presents: Man Made On display February 6th – March 3rd Opening Reception Friday, February 7th 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room The Visual Arts Committee of Orcas Center has realized that most
On Sale Now: Chicago!
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Chicago! March 19th – April 4th: Thursday – Saturday at 7:30pm March 29th, Sunday at 2pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $15 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas Center
On Screen: 42nd Street
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Broadway: Captured Live in HD 42nd Street Saturday, March 7th at 7pm Run time: 2 hrs and 35 minutes Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $12 $2 ticketing fee per
On Center Stage: The Gothard Sisters
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage The Gothard Sisters Friday, March 6th at 7:30pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $15 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas Center Members receive $2 off per ticket **Orcas Center’s
On Center Stage: Whale of a Show – Adult Performers
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Whale of a Show - Adult Performers Friday, January 31st at 7pm (Rescheduled from Jan 17th) Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $15 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas Center
In the Black Box: An Evening of Off-Center Acts
Orcas Center Presents in The Black Box An Evening of Off-Center Acts Saturday, January 11th starting at 7pm $5 Tickets at the Door Ages 15+ Bar with ID The Black Box Theatre is where we
On Screen: All My Sons
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage NT Live: Captured Live in HD All My Sons Saturday, January 25th at 1pm Run time: 2 hours 45 minutes Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $12 $2 ticketing fee
Orcas Center’s Year in Review: 2019
WHAT A YEAR IT'S BEEN! Orcas Center has seen a lot of changes and activity in 2019, and we couldn't have done it without you! We wanted to take a moment to acknowledge all that
Holiday Closures – 2019
Please Note Orcas Center's Holiday Closures: Orcas Center's Box Office and Administration Offices will be closed December 23rd - January 13th. Staff will be available intermittently via email during this time. The Box Office will
On Center Stage: Triple Americana
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Triple Americana: Carolyn Cruso with Tom Rawson & Ellen van DerHoeven Friday, February 7th at 7:30pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $15 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas Center
On Center Stage – Che Apalache
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Che Apalache Tuesday, February 18th at 7:30pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $15 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas Center Members receive $2 off per ticket **Orcas Center’s Tiered
Audition Announcement: Whale of a Show (Adult Performers!)
Whale of a Show (Adults!) Auditions It’s time once again for Whale of a Show! For over 15 years, Whale of a Show has featured youth of all ages sharing their passions and talents on
Class Announcement: Computer Audio
Jake Perrine, Orcas Center's Artistic Director & Technical Director, will teach a Computer Audio class Tuesday evenings 6-8pm in January: 1/7, 14, 21, 28, at Orcas Center. This class is for anyone who wants to
On Screen: Raymonda (Bolshoi Ballet)
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage The Bolshoi Ballet: Captured Live in HD Raymonda Saturday, January 11th at 1pm Run time: 3 hours Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $12 $2 ticketing fee per ticket Orcas
Giving Thanks for Our Community
We just wanted to take a moment to acknowledge how thankful we are for your continued support and involvement at Orcas Center! There have been many highs and lows throughout the years, but Orcas Center
Enjoy the Holidays at Orcas Center!
As the days grow shorter and nights get colder, Orcas Center helps keep holiday spirit alive through song, music, and dance! There are many traditional holiday concerts, films, and performances to choose from that are
On Stage – A Christmas Carol
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage in conjunction with San Juan Community Theatre A Christmas Carol Sunday: December 15th at 3pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 plus a $2 service fee Orcas Center Members
On Screen: Akhnaten
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage The Metropolitan Opera: Captured Live in HD Akhnaten Sunday, December 22nd 2019, 1pm Run time: 3 hours 41 minutes Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $12 $2 ticketing fee per
On Screen: The Magic Flute
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage The Metropolitan Opera: Captured Live in HD The Magic Flute Saturday, December 28th 2019, 1pm Run time: 1 hour 45 minutes Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $12 $2 ticketing
On Screen: Madama Butterfly
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage The Metropolitan Opera: Captured Live in HD Madama Butterfly Sunday, December 1st 2019, 1pm Run time: 3 hours 22 minutes Tiered Ticket Pricing: $47, $25, $12 Plus a $2
On Center Stage: The Olga Symphony
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage The Olga Symphony and Friends Friday, November 29th at 7:30 PM Saturday, November 30th at 7:30PM General Admission $5 plus a $2 service fee Olga Symphony Tickets are available
The Ultimate Guide to The Rocky Horror Show at Orcas Center
The Rocky Horror Show is the only true audience partici-(SAY IT!)-pation show. People yell back lines at the stage, dress up in costume, sing and dance in the seats, and throw props at various times
On-Screen: Two Amazing Productions from The Met
Orcas Center is pleased to present two amazing Operas from The Metropolitan Opera during the month of November on screen in HD: Manon and Turandot. November 3rd, 11am: Manon The Metropolitan Opera Tiered Ticket Pricing:
In the Gallery: A Lifetime of Learning
Visual Arts Committee Presents: A Lifetime of Learning: Adult Students and Their Teachers On display October 30th - December 17th Opening Reception Friday, November 1st 2019 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room The November art
Orcas Island Community Band Holiday Concert
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Orcas Island Community Band Saturday, December 14th, 3:00 PM Admission by donation No one has to be alone, nor spend any money at the holidays. Please receive the gift
On Center Stage: Orcas Choral Society – Comfort and Joy
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Orcas Choral Society: Comfort and Joy Saturday, December 7th, 7:30 PM Sunday, December 8th, 2 PM Tickets: General Admission $18 Students $5 PURCHASE ORCAS CHORAL SOCIETY TICKETS
On Center Stage: The Roasted Nut Too!
Kicking off Orcas Center’s Holiday offerings this November 21-23 is The Roasted Nut Too – an original dance performance by The Island Inspiration All-Stars sure to bring festive light to these ever-colder nights. The
A Thank You from Oliver and Wendy
Thank you dear fans and friends of Willie Thomas, When an artist is preparing and planning a concert, the hope is that the audience is going to love it, will be inspired, and will come
In the Gallery: The Community Art Show – October 4th
Visual Arts Committee Presents: The Community Art Show On display October 4th - October 30th Opening Reception Friday, September 6th 2019 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room During selective months, the Visual Arts Committee of
New Software System Coming Soon!
It is with great excitement that we announce our upcoming software move from Ovation (the current ticketing platform) to Arts People! As with any move, there is a lot of prep-work going on behind the
On Center Stage: Whale of a Show
Orcas Center presents on Center Stage: Whale of a Show Friday, October 4th at 6:30pm Saturday, October 5th at 6:30pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 Orcas Center Members receive $2 off **Orcas Center’s Tiered
On Center Stage: Paul Rucker – Normalization
Women in the Woods Presents on Center Stage Paul Rucker - Normalization Saturday, September 28th at 7pm Tickets ~ $25 PURCHASE PAUL RUCKER TICKETS <br><br> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAQ11iNknoU&t=19s Paul Rucker: A Man for All Seasons
2019-2020 Season “Role-Out”
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage: Season "Role-Out" 2019-2020 Sunday, September 8th 4pm Orcas Center’s Season “Role-Out” is a great opportunity to learn about upcoming shows for the season, scheduled classes, sponsorship opportunities, and volunteer
Audition Notice: Whale of a Show Jr!
Whale of a Show Auditions It’s time for Whale of a Show! Auditions will take place on Friday, September 13th (3pm-5pm) on the center stage and Saturday, September 14th (10:30-noon) on the center stage. This is
Audition Notice: Chicago
Chicago Auditions Robert Hall will direct this Tony award-winning production in the original Bob Fosse style. Choreographed by Tiffany Loney with musical direction by Martin Lund, this production on the Orcas Center main stage will
The Rocky Horror Show – Tickets Now Available!
Orcas Center presents on Center Stage: The Rocky Horror Show Runs October 31st - November 9th Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 Orcas Center Members receive $2 off The excitement around seeing The Rocky Horror
In the Gallery: Marcia Spees
Visual Arts Committee Presents: Marcia Spees On display September 4th - October 4th Opening Reception Friday, September 6th 2019 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room Orcas Island artist Marcia Spees is known for her exquisite
On Screen – Two Great Shakespearean Plays
Orcas Center is pleased to present two great Shakespearean Plays during the month of November on screen in HD: A Midsummer's Night Dream and The Tempest. November 2nd, 1pm: A Midsummer’s Night Dream National Theatre
On Center Stage: StoryFest
Orcas Center Presents on Center Stage Orcas Storyfest: Shadows, Secrets and Other Stories Saturday, August 24th, 7:30 PM Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 Orcas Center Members receive $2 off **Orcas Center's Tiered Ticket Pricing
On Center Stage: Laura Veirs
Orcas Center Presents On Center Stage Laura Veirs Friday, August 23rd 7:30PM Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 Orcas Center Members receive $2 off **Orcas Center's Tiered Ticket Pricing is based on the needs of
Painting Party: Round Two!
Painting Party: Round Two! We have just one-and-a-half sides of the building to go! Help beautify Orcas Center by joining us for a painting party to update the exterior of the building. Orcas Center is
On Screen: Kinky Boots
Orcas Center presents on Center Stage: Kinky Boots - The Musical Saturday, October 19th - 7pm Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 Orcas Center Members receive $2 off **Orcas Center’s Tiered Ticket Pricing is based
Audition Notice: Hamlet
Audition Notice: All-Female Cast of Hamlet Audition dates: August 26th, 27th, 28th and September 9th, 10th, 11th Time: 7pm-9pm Place: Orcas Center Madrona Room Performance Dates: Summer 2020 For More Information: Contact Michael Armenia –
In the Gallery: The Orcas Artist Studio Tour
Visual Arts Committee Presents: The Orcas Artist Studio Tour On display July 26th - September 4th Opening Reception Friday, July 26th 2019 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room Thirty-two premier Orcas Island artists and craftspeople
Orcas Center: The Island’s Thriving “Third Place”
As you think of how you spend your day, chances are that you have at least two anchors in your schedule. Your “First Place”, which is your home, and your “Second Place” which is usually
Thank you for helping make Orcas Center beautiful!
Thank you to all of our amazing volunteers who gave up part of a beautiful weekend to help paint the exterior of the Orcas Center! We got a lot done and our building is looking
In the Black Box: The Lost Virginity Tour
Orcas Center Presents in the Black Box The Lost Virginity Tour Click on the date to purchase tickets: Thursday, September 12th 2019 @ 7:30 PM Friday, September 13th 2019 @ 7:30 PM Saturday, September 14th
On Center Stage: Sea Stars and Sorne
Orcas Center in conjunction with Imagine Arts and Music Festival presents on Center Stage a special double-bill event: Sea Stars and Sorne Wednesday, September 18th 7:30 PM Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 Orcas Center
On Center Stage: Climbing PoeTree
Orcas Center in conjunction with Imagine Arts and Music Festival presents on Center Stage: Climbing PoeTree Wednesday, September 11th 7:30 PM Tiered Ticket Pricing: $15, $25, $47 Orcas Center Members receive $2 off **Orcas Center’s
In the Gallery: Remnants by Leon Rosenblatt
Visual Arts Committee Presents: Leon Rosenblatt: Remnants On display June 26th - July 24th, 2019 Opening Reception Friday, July 5th 2019 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room After graduating from the California Art Center College
2019 Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival
2019 Orcas Island Chamber Music Festival Friday August 2 – Saturday August 17 Aloysia Friedmann, Artistic Director Jon Kimura Parker, Artistic Advisor Tickets available May 16, 2019 $10 - $40 Artistic Director Aloysia Friedmann presents
In the Gallery: Salish Blanket Exhibit
Visual Arts Committee Presents: Salish Blanket Exhibit: On Display through June 25th Opening Reception Thursday, May 30th 2019 5:30pm-7pm Lobby Gallery & Madrona Room "Worn as ceremonial robes, Salish blankets are complex objects said to
Support Orcas Center through the Give Orcas Campaign!
We're so excited to announce we are part of GiveOrcas! -- the Orcas Island Community Foundation's spring fundraising campaign, alongside several other community nonprofit gatekeepers. (Donate through the catalog here: Support Orcas Center's New Siding
In the Gallery: Student Art Show 2019
May is National Arts Education Month. To celebrate the work of our island youth, a month-long student art exhibit is held at the Orcas Center each year. This work features A-OK art from K-8 classes
Audition Notice: Rocky Horror Show!
Rocky Horror Show Auditions IT'S HAPPENING! THE SPACESHIP TRANSYLVANIA IS LANDING! GET ON BOARD AND DO THE TIME WARP AGAIN! Deborah Sparks will direct this hilarious camp-filled naughty rock-romp through this rebellious classic - opening
Earth Day Festival 2019 at Orcas Center
Earth Day Festival 2019 You are warmly invited to celebrate our Earth at Orcas Center on April 21st from 10 am to 7 pm. Presenters will offer speaking topics related to the preservation of our planet,
On Screen: The Sleeping Beauty
Orcas Center offers a diverse sampling of the world’s best performing arts–theatre, ballet, and opera–without leaving the island! All the shows are filmed live with an actual audience during a live performance. You get to
On Center Stage: Physical Calligraphy
Orcas Center is proud to Present Island Inspiration All-Stars: Physical Calligraphy, A dance concert on April 12th and 13th at 7:30pm. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. The Island Inspiration All-Stars and
In the Gallery: Madonna Comix
Each month, Orcas Center's Visual Arts Committee brings local and international artists to explore the diversity of artistic expression. This April, the VAC is proud to present Madonna Comix, a collaboration between artist Dianne Kornberg
Orcas Center welcomes executive director Dimitri Stankevich
Photo credit: Colleen Smith, Island Sounder/staff photo Left to right: Dimitri Stankevich and Jim Bredouw The Board of Trustees of Orcas Center is pleased to announce that Dimitri Stankevich has taken a full
On Center Stage: Mamma Mia!
Orcas Center is proud to present: Mamma Mia! Running on the main stage from March 14th-March 30th. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. Since its 1999 debut, Mamma Mia! has delighted over
On Screen: Adriana LeCouvreur
Orcas Center offers a diverse sampling of the world’s best performing arts–theatre, ballet, and opera–without leaving the island! All the shows are filmed live with an actual audience during a live performance. You get to
In the Gallery: Bradford Hansen Smith
Each month, Orcas Center's Visual Arts Committee brings local and international artists to explore the diversity of artistic expression. This March, the VAC will be presenting Bradford Hansen Smith, a renowned paper artist. Come learn
On Screen: King Lear
Orcas Center offers a diverse sampling of the world’s best performing arts–theatre, ballet, and opera–without leaving the island! All the shows are filmed live with an actual audience during a live performance. You get to
On Center Stage: Sway Wild
Orcas Center is proud to present Sway Wild on Saturday April 27th at 7:30pm. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SViJGka4vpw Known as a standout electric guitarist and multi-instrumentalist, Mandy Fer
On Center Stage: Scott Cossu with special guest Sanjaya Malakar
Orcas Center is proud to Present Scott Cossu and Holly Reeves, with special guest Sanjaya Malakar on Friday, April 19th, at 7:30pm. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qT16lOW8SPI&feature=youtu.be Scott Cossu
Applications for Production now being accepted for 2019/2020 season
It's that time of year! Time to start thinking about NEXT year! (Already?!). Yes! Orcas Center is always listening for new ideas for events and new artists looking to present their work. Toward that
On Screen: Antony and Cleopatra
Orcas Center offers a diverse sampling of the world’s best performing arts–theatre, ballet, and opera–without leaving the island! All the shows are filmed live with an actual audience during a live performance. You get to
On Screen: The Madness of King George III
Orcas Center offers a diverse sampling of the world’s best performing arts–theatre, ballet, and opera–without leaving the island! All the shows are filmed live with an actual audience during a live performance. You get to
On Screen: Marnie
Orcas Center offers a diverse sampling of the world’s best performing arts–theatre, ballet, and opera–without leaving the island! All the shows are filmed live with an actual audience during a live performance. You get to
On Center Stage: A Streetcar Named Desire
A Streetcar Named Desire is a 1947 play which received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1948. It is often regarded as among the finest plays of the 20th century. After the loss of her
Live Sound Engineering Workshop at Orcas Center
Jake Perrine will present a Live Sound Basics workshop over three Saturday mornings at Orcas Center 12/8, 15, and 22 from 10am-1pm. The workshop is open to the public, and designed for audio hobbyists who
La Cage aux Folles Director’s Notes by Bruce Langford
La Cage aux Folles is a show about drag queens. It bends gender at every opportunity, and is filled with beautiful costumes, flamboyant production numbers, and the bawdy humor of a French farce. Underneath all
On Screen at Orcas Center
This year’s On-Screen lineup at Orcas Center kicks off this Saturday at 1pm with a replay of Frankenstein featuring Benedict Cumberbatch in Danny Boyle’s celebrated production. Why are these on-screen events so worthwhile? They feature: