Kirkland CACHET- Aloha Makana at KPC tomorrow night; Survivorman offering Master Class to local youth; get some smARTS!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Makana
Friday, February 15 | 7:30 PM | Kirkland Performance Center
425.893.9900 | www.kpcenter.org

Born and raised in Hawai’i, Makana is an internationally acclaimed Slack Key guitarist, singer, composer, philosopher, activist and one of Hawaii’s cultural ambassadors to the world. He is considered the youngest authority on his art form and recognized as one of the top guitarists in the US (Guitar Player Magazine 2008). The NY Times calls him “A dynamic force within the style” of slack key and National Geographic Society says Makana is “Charting a new sonic frontier with deep ties to tradition”.
Tickets  $22

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Studio East and the Barr Family present 
Into the Woods
through February 17 | Studio East Mainstage Theater
425.820.1800 | www.studio-east.org

When a Baker and his Wife learn they’ve been cursed with childlessness by the Witch next door, they embark on a quest for the special objects required to break the spell, swindling, lying to and stealing from Cinderella, Little Red, Rapunzel and Jack (the one who climbed the beanstalk). Everyone’s wish is granted at the end of Act One, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later, with disastrous results. What begins as a lively, irreverent fantasy in the style of The Princess Bride becomes a moving lesson about community responsibility and the stories we tell our children.
Tickets  $14 adults; $12 youth/seniors

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Khambatta Dance Company
Friday, February 22 | 7:30 PM | Kirkland Performance Center
425.893.9900 | www.kpcenter.org

The five-member Seattle based company, led by Artistic Director Cyrus Khambatta, contrasts rigorous partnering and athletic movement with authentic human content to create an emotionally moving dance, which is both visually beautiful and physically demanding. The company will perform three pieces: A Moment Repeated, Ashutosh,and the world-premiere of Truth & Betrayal.
Tickets  $25

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Alasdair Fraser & Natalie Haas
Saturday, February 23 | 8 PM | Kirkland Performance Center
425.893.9900 | www.kpcenter.org

JUST ANNOUNCED! Keith Highlanders Pipe Band will be opening for Alasdair and Natalie! Master Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser, long regarded as one of his country’s premier musical ambassadors, presents the songs of his homeland with unsurpassed eloquence, passion and energy. In this special duo concert, he links bows with vibrant young cellist Natalie Haas in an exciting wave of rocking, reeling rhythms, poignant melodies and exquisite musicianship. This remarkable combo has created a major buzz among Celtic music lovers and has been featured on nationally broadcast radio programs, including Thistle and Shamrock and Mountain Stage.
Tickets  $25

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Norman Foote
Sunday, February 24 | 3 PM | Kirkland Performance Center
425.893.9900 | www.kpcenter.org 

This celebrated Canadian entertainer has created a special niche in the music world and amassed a cross-generational following. Norman Foote’s musicality is like no other mixing clever hooks, witty wordplay and comedy all to great effect. His accolades include SOCAN’s Best Songwriter Award, US Parents’ Choice Awards, and National Publications Parenting Awards’ Gold Award, and most recently a JUNO. Norman has received critical acclaim for his clever songs and engaging concert performances. He has written for Walt Disney Records, Shari Lewis, CBC’s syndicated TV show Scoop and Doozie, KOBA’s production of Nelvana’s Little Bear Live and Backyardigans Live. Norman will be joined by local choirs from Rosa Parks and Fernwood Elementary schools!
Tickets  $15

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“Survivorman” Les Stroud Offers FREE Filmmaking Master Class to Local Youth
Friday, March 1 |  3 PM – 4 PM | Kirkland Performance Center
425.893.9900 | www.kpcenter.org

Mr. Stroud travels to remote environments all around the world and films himself surviving on found objects, natural tools, and raw ingenuity. His filmmaking technique is appropriately unorthodox and fascinating! Prior to his public performance at KPC (see below), Mr. Stroud will offer an hour-long Master Class to local youth at no charge. He will discuss filmmaking technique, his inspiring and unlikely career, share video samples, and take participant questions. Please note that this Master Class is for Middle, Jr. High and High School students only and attendance to Mr. Stroud’s 7:30 PM performance is ticketed separately. Interested families should RSVP online at: http://www.kpcenter.org/content/les-stroud-master-class

Les Stroud – Survivorman : Film, Music & Story
Friday, March 1 | 7:30 PM | Kirkland Performance Center
425.893.9900 | www.kpcenter.org 

Les Stroud’s life of adventure, multimedia art, filmmaking and music now takes him from the small screen to the live stage! Survivorman: Film, Music and Story is a live music experience with a powerful presentation of film, intimate Q and A and masterful storytelling. This will be an engaging and fascinating opportunity to see the Survivorman himself, up close and personal. You'll learn first-hand how Les Stroud managed to combine his life’s passions into a legendary career in a show that is perfect for the whole family. VIP TICKETS AVAILABLE! $75 - Get the best seats in the house and get an exclusive chance to meet the artist. Call the box office at 425.893.9900. Quantities Limited!
Tickets  Adult: $35  |  Youth: $25

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ARTS IN EDUCATION

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smARTS for Students: An Arts Education Guide for Parents and Families is NOW available!   Created in partnership with the Washington State PTA, this advocacy tool is the first of its kind in our state, and is designed for parents and families who want to improve their child’s education by increasing the presence of the arts.

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ONGOING EVENTS

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February Featured Artists at Parklane Gallery
425.827.1462 | www.parklanegallery.com

Parklane Gallery, open Tuesday-Sunday 11-7 and 12-8 on Fridays, is owned and operated by forty local artists. February featured artists include The Abstract Artists Network, which seeks to bring people in the community closer to the pleasure of seeing, understanding and appreciating abstract art in its many forms (at Parklane Gallery through March 3), and guest 3d artist Roy Bruno with Artistry in Glass through March 31.

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Second Saturday Contra Dance
Saturday, March 9 | 8 PM | Juanita Community Club
425.605.0804 | www.folkhorizons.org

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