Mar 27 Saturday
Inspired by Japan’s infamous batsu game (罰ゲーム, “punishment game”), four fearless comedians face off in improv challenges where failure means hilarious punishment – from shocking surprises to paintball splatters -all with the audience deciding their fate.
Hosted by Japanese TV star Brian “Bu-Chan” Walters, BATSU! blends the spectacle of Japanese variety shows with the unpredictability of American improv. If Whose Line is it Anyway? and Squid Game had a child, this would be it!
Critics agree:• “This is truly our favorite thing we’ve ever seen, anywhere.” — Playbill• “Hilarious, strange and kind of sick!” — Thrillist• “Audiences roared with laughter.” — Chicago Sun-Times• “It’s ridiculous, hilarious, sexy, gross – really, it’s addictive.” — The Wee Review
Content Advisory: BATSU! is not intended for young children. This experience contains flashing lights, haze, and simulated violence, including the use of a paintball gun. Do you dare to BATSU!?
TWO PERFORMANCES ON MARCH 27, 2027:6:00 pm and 9:00 PM
Mar 31 Wednesday
Free In Person Financial Course! Want to learn more about money? How to make your dollar stretch? How to create a budget? Well this free course is for you! Come join us on Wednesdays at the WECU Education Center on 511 E. Holly Street, Downtown Bellingham, starting February 4th-March 25th from 3:00pm-5:00pm. Scan the QR code or visit www.oppco.org/flare-registration/ to register. Hope to see you there!!!
Apr 01 Thursday
For over 75 years, the Blind Boys of Alabama have moved souls, lifted spirits, and redefined what gospel music can be. On April 1, 2027, these living legends bring their transcendent harmonies to the Washington Center for a very special evening: a 50th anniversary celebration of Stevie Wonder’s beloved masterpiece, Songs in the Key of Life. The program pairs many of Wonder’s most iconic songs with beloved selections from the Blind Boys’ own storied catalog, creating a joyful, genre-crossing experience rooted in gospel, soul, and Americana.
Celebrated with six Grammy Awards, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, and induction into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, the Blind Boys remain one of the most vital and beloved acts in American music — and this night promises to be nothing short of extraordinary.
Apr 07 Wednesday
Apr 10 Saturday
Join award-winning garden designer Kate Frey and SLC staff in a mini-series of must-know gardening skills! This session will focus on drip irrigation.
Apr 13 Tuesday
The pop-swing revolution is coming to Olympia — and it’s led by two of the most electrifying performers around. Marco Palos and American Idol runner-up Blake Lewis front Phat Cat Swinger, a fearless 10-piece band that blends rock, swing, and jazz with a thoroughly modern edge. Their performances are the stuff of legend: reimagining iconic pop hits from the ’60s through today, infused with driving brass, soulful jazz, and undeniable groove. Whether you’re a lifelong big band devotee or a first-timer, Phat Cat Swinger will make you a believer. Join us for a night you won’t stop talking about.
Apr 16 Friday
In 2021, The Wellermen helped ignite a global sea shanty craze — racking up billions of views, performing at the BRIT Awards, and appearing on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. What began as five friends singing across split Zoom screens has since evolved into one of the most exciting live acts in folk music today. With two powerhouse basses evoking the depth of Randy Travis and Johnny Cash, and harmonies that turn even the most bittersweet song into something jubilant, The Wellermen are a force of nature. Rich, euphoric, and deeply human, their music honors traditional roots while charting bold new territory. Come hear why the world fell in love.
Apr 22 Thursday
One night. Three comedians. Countless laughs. Join us for a whirlwind of hilarity featuring three distinct comedic styles that will take you from everyday absurdities to unexpected revelations. Whether you love observational humor, storytelling, or lightning-quick wit, this show delivers.
Apr 24 Saturday
If you wanna be where the people are…. you’re in luck! They’re at the Washington Center singing!
Dive under the sea for a splashy, sing-along celebration of the 1989 classic, The Little Mermaid. Whether you’re introducing a new generation to Ariel’s world or reliving your own childhood favorites, this fin-tastic event is perfect for mermaids, crustaceans, and sea witches of all ages. Follow along with on-screen lyrics and let your voice be part of the magic!
Audience favorite Lauren O’Neill returns to lead the fun, helping everyone find their voice as we follow along with Ariel’s journey.
Take a gulp and take a breath and don’t be a poor unfortunate soul who misses out on all the fun. What more is you lookin’ for??
Apr 25 Sunday
In 1929, famous New York stockbroker Bill Wilson crashes along with the stock market and becomes a hopeless drunk. Dr. Bob Smith, a surgeon from Ohio, has also been an alcoholic for 30 years, often going into the operating room with a hangover.
Through an astonishing series of events, Bill and Bob meet and form a relationship, each helping the other to stay sober. BILL W. AND DR. BOB is the amazing and often humorous story of the two men who pioneered Alcoholics Anonymous, as well as the story of their wives, who founded Al Anon.
The play artfully illustrates Bill and Bob’s journey from the pain and isolation of alcoholism to the hope and inspiration they find in sobriety and helping others. The play originally opened at the New World Stages off-Broadway in New York, to outstanding critical acclaim.
