If you're a fan of the arts, mark your calendars: there's plenty to do when it comes to artsy events in Seattle this week, from a storytelling workshop to a live podcast taping.
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Storytelling Workshop with RISK!'s Kevin Allison
From the event description:
In this class, Kevin Allison (founder of The Story Studio and RISK! and member of The State) will teach you the skills to wow a crowd with your story. You’ll learn how to select compelling story topics, use the 5 Beat structure to build suspense, bring vivid dramatic action to life with sensory details and unpack the larger thematic meanings of your narrative. This class encourages participation: everyone will be given the opportunity to apply storytelling techniques to one of their own stories.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Unexpected Productions, 1428 Post Alley, Market Theater Pike Place Market
Price: $80
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Joe Mande: King of Content Tour
From the event description:
On his new King of Content Tour, Joe Mande travels all over America in an heroic attempt to heal a broken nation with his patented mix of humor and content.
When: Wednesday, Sept. 18, 9-11 p.m.
Where: The Vera Project, Warren And Republican
Price: Tickets at the Door
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Book Signing: 'The Lake' by Robin Layton
From the event description:
Robin Layton has been studying and photographing Lake Washington, “The Lake,” since 2008. Over the years, she has documented the many faces of the lake and has captured them all with artful vision and breathtaking beauty. A labor of love, “The Lake” includes 146 stunning, artistic photographs of Lake Washington divided into four seasons.
When: Thursday, Sept. 19, 6:30-8 p.m.
Where: 3800 Lake Washington Blvd S, 3800 Lake Washington Blvd. South
Price: Free
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RISK! Live Show and Podcast, Hosted by Kevin Allison
From the event description:
RISK! is a live show and podcast where people tell true stories they never thought they’d dare to share in public, hosted by Kevin Allison of the legendary TV sketch comedy troupe, The State. The award-winning live show happens monthly in New York and Los Angeles and has featured people like Janeane Garofalo, Lisa Lampanelli, Kevin Nealon, Margaret Cho, Marc Maron, Sarah Silverman, Lili Taylor, Rachel Dratch, Andy Borowitz and more, dropping the act and showing a side of themselves we’ve never seen before. The weekly RISK! podcast gets over two million downloads each month.
When: Thursday, Sept. 19, 8-10 p.m.
Where: Fremont Abbey Arts Center, 4272 Fremont Ave. North
Price: $25
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Parking in Seattle can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of Seattle parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check King County Metro or Sound Transit for nearby options.
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