Want to get out and do something interesting? There’s something for everyone in our new South King County Fine Arts Roundup column by Amy Robinson.

VISUAL ARTS

“Charlene Burley Watercolors”
Centennial Center Gallery, Kent

Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“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.

More info at Centennial Center Gallery, Kent.

Free Admission.

“Spying On a Memory:  Ronfstop Photography Exhibit”
Highline Heritage Museum, Burien

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 – 5 p.m.

More info available on the Highline Heritage Museum website.

“Rat City Art Walk”
White Center
Thursday, Jan. 16, 5 p.m.

“Every 3rd Thursday of the month join the community of White Center businesses for our Art and Food walk! Participating establishments around the neighborhood will have local rotating art and food specials to enjoy! 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. FREE and welcome to all.”

More info on their Facebook Event page.

“Empty Bowls”
Burien Community Center, Burien
Friday, Jan. 31

Come support our local food banks, and take home a piece of locally made art in the form of ceramic bowls formed by local artists at Moshier Art Center. Photo from their website.

Proceeds will benefit the Highline Area Food Bank and White Center Food Bank.

Times:

  • Lunch served 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
  • Dinner served 4–8 p.m.

Minimum Donations:

  • Adults $20
  • Children $10

THEATRE AND STORYTELLING

“Annie Jr.” Hi-Liners
Highline College Performing Arts Center, Des Moines
Weekend of Jan. 17-19, showtimes vary

“With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell,  and a lovable mutt named Sandy”. Photo and text from their website.

Dates and Times:

  • Friday, Jan. 17, 7 p.m.
  • Saturday, Jan. 18, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
  • Sunday, Jan. 19, 4 p.m.

Adults $22 Student / Senior $22

“7 Stories”
Highline Heritage Museum, Burien
Friday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m. 

“7 Story Teller, 7 Stories, 7 Minutes Each.  A night of storytelling to build community, empathy, and celebrate our diversity.” From their website

Free Admission


MUSIC

“Jazz at Lincoln Center presents New Orleans Song Book”
Kent Parks Spotlight Series
Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center, Kent
Jan. 24, 7:30 p.m.

“JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS brings the soul of New Orleans and the spirit of Mardi Gras to this amazing evening, celebrating the composers and inspired songs of the Crescent City, the historic epicenter of jazz. From Jelly Roll Morton and Louis Armstrong to Ellis Marsalis and James Black, New Orleans has long been an apex of innovation and inspiration. Led by pianist, Luther S. Allison and vocalists Quiana Lynell and Milton Suggs, New Orleans Songbook immerses audiences in the captivating and timeless spirit of this vibrant city.” Photo and description from their website.

Tickets: $35 general, $32 senior, $20 youth

“Soulful Serenade,” Auburn Symphony Orchestra
Auburn Performing Arts Center, Auburn 
Jan. 26, 2:30 p.m.

“A soulful Cello concerto and an invigorating symphony from the Romantic era’s troubled genius. Join us at 1:30 before the concert for a talk with William C. White,” – from their website.

Tickets range from $25-$45 General Admission, $10 – $15 for Students

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Do you have something you want included in our Fine Arts Roundup? Please email Amy at budget.arts.in.king.county@gmail.com with details to get into future Roundups!

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.

Amy Robinson has been appreciative of the arts around the Puget Sound since her childhood in Thurston County. She tries to experience as much art as she can, and wants to help others do the same. You can find her guide to theatre, dance, and classical music under $15 at "Budget Arts in King County": https://budget-arts.blogspot.com