Want to get out and do something interesting? There’s something for everyone in our South King County Fine Arts Roundup!
“Music by Melartin,” Saltwater Music Series
Des Moines United Methodist Church, Des Moines
Saturday, Feb. 1, 7 p.m.
“Steven Luksan performs gorgeous music for solo piano by the prolific (but mostly-forgotten) Finn Erkki Melartin on the 150th anniversary of this important composer’s birthday. Laura Loge, soprano, joins Steven for a set of Melartin’s vocal pieces, as well.” Image and description taken from their website.
Admission is free, with a suggested donation of $10-20 to support the evening’s charity.
“Sixtiesmania”
Auburn Performing Arts Center, Auburn
Saturday, Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m.
“Don’t miss Sixtiesmania, one of the leading 60s tribute band in the USA today! This sixties tribute band covers everything from the Beatles British invasion to the music of Woodstock and everything in between (and after!) Stones, CCR, Doors, Monkees, Beach Boys, Kinks, Free, Cream, the Vietnam anthem songs, Summer of love, and more. Sixtiesmania performs hit after hit from all these great groups keeping their original spirit and energy alive!” – Image and description from their website.
Regular Price Tickets $30, Senior and Student Tickets $27
“Valentine’s Concert,” Northwest Symphony Orchestra, Highline High School Performing Arts Center, Burien
Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
A selection of classical orchestral music from Telemann, Elgar, and Brahms, in addition to a world premiere. Image taken from their website. Click here for tickets or pay at the door.
Adult $20 Senior (Over 60) – $15 Student – Free of Charge- up to 18 years of age
Group Rate – $15 per person when total ticket purchase is 10 tickets or more.
“International Guitar Night,” Kent Parks Spotlight Series, Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center, Kent
Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
“International Guitar Night is North America’s premier traveling guitar festival, bringing together the world’s foremost acoustic guitarists. For International Guitar Night’s 25th year, featured guitarists include an IGN favorite and three exciting newcomers. Lulo Reinhardt (Germany) is well known to IGN audiences. The grandnephew of legendary Django Rainhardt, Lulo plays Latin Swing music, a combination of Gypsy Swing with Latin rhythms. Alexandra Whittingham (England) is a dynamic classical guitarist with a repertoire ranging from the classics to contemporary composers. Niwel Tsumbu (Ireland) has kept his unique Congolese percussive style alive over the past 25 years living in Ireland. Soenke Meinen (Germany) is a leading contemporary fingerstyle guitarist, mixing the incredible dexterity of his high-speed compositions with sensitive ballads.” Photo and description from their website.
Tickets: $32 general, $30 senior $20 youth.
“Beginning,” Burien Actor’s Theatre
Kennedy Catholic High School, Burien
Feb. 14 – March 9, 2025 (Showtimes Vary)
“It’s the early hours of the morning and Danny’s the last straggler at Laura’s party. The flat’s in a mess. And so are they. One more drink?
David Eldridge’s play Beginning is a sharp and astute two-hander that takes an intimate look at the first fragile moments of risking your heart and taking a chance.” Photo and text from their website.
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m.
Adults $25 Seniors $20 Student $5 (Adult and Senior tickets are discounted the first Saturday and Sunday of the show).
“Tapestry Artists of Puget Sound: Telling Their Stories,”
Postmark Gallery, Postmark Center for the Arts, Auburn
Jan. 23 – April 9, 2025
Tapestry Artists of Puget Sound (TAPS) was founded in 1990 for the exchange of techniques, philosophy and inspiration within the world of tapestry. The group provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and an opportunity for critical review through discussion, exhibition and publication. Each artist has developed and refined a body of work that expresses a unique vision and commitment to the art form.
This diverse group of artists share their artwork and the ideas that inspire them. Each artist has a unique approach whether it is a technique, material or concept and brings these together in the medium of handwoven tapestry. Image and description taken from their website.
Visitors welcome Wednesdays (12:00-4:00), Thursday (12:00-6:00), Friday (12:00-4:00)
Admission is Free.
“Tentative,” Amanda Jenkinson, Vault Gallery, Postmark Center for the Arts,Auburn
Jan. 15 – April 6, 2025
Image taken from their website. Visit for more info from the sculpture.
Visitors welcome Wednesdays (12:00-4:00), Thursday (12:00-6:00), Friday (12:00-4:00)
Admission is Free.
“Charlene Burley Watercolors”
Centennial Center Gallery, Kent
Jan. 7 – February 27 2025
“Charlene began painting watercolors more than 15 years ago after visiting Daniel Smith’s Art Studio in Seattle. She followed several local artists such as Ann Breckon, Kay Barnes, and Mary Gibbs. From those early years she developed a style of strong colors and a love for a variety of subjects.” Photo and description from their website .
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Free Admission.
“Spying On a Memory: Ronfstop Photography Exhibiti,” Highline Heritage Museum, Burien
January – March 2025
The Highline Heritage Museum hosts a gallery with a quarterly featured local artist. Admission is free for the gallery only. Photo from the Burien Arts Association website.
Open every week Thursday – Sunday 1:00 to 5:00 PM
Click Here for more information.
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Looking to stretch your entertainment budget, and willing to go a little further afield? Budget Arts in King County, https://budget-arts.blogspot.com, for listings of theatre, dance, and classical music under $15 throughout the Greater Seattle area.