Village Theatre Gift Certificates

Give music and joy with a Village Theatre gift certificate! Available in any amount you choose, certificates purchased in 2020 never expire. Your recipient can redeem their gift toward tickets to any future mainstage performance, a Village Originals membership, or a KIDSTAGE class—including our online youth programs during COVID!

KIDSTAGE Online Winter Classes

Village Theatre KIDSTAGE offers classes for students of all abilities in Kindergarten through age 20. From singing, acting, and dancing to costume design and songwriting, there’s something for every interest and experience level. Winter sessions start January 9 and meet on Saturdays or Wednesdays.

Adam Gwon – Sheet Music
Composer & Lyricist of String (Mainstage 2017, Beta Production 2016, Festival of New Musicals)

Adam Gwon sheet music available for purchase, including digital vocal songbooks from String (which premiered at Village Theatre!), Ordinary Days, and Scotland, PA.

Aural Vision LLC – Mystery Radio Dramas
John Patrick Lowrie, actor (Alfred P. Doolittle in My Fair Lady, Horace Vandergelder in Hello, Dolly!) and musician

We produce 30 minute full-cast audio dramas with casts of 3–8 professional actors under a SAG-AFTRA contract complete with sound effects and music underscoring and scripts written by award-winning writers. Series titles include The Adventures of Harry Nile, The Further Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, Murder and the Murdochs, The Hilary Caine Mysteries, and more. These are all downloadable for $1.99 each or in bundled volumes for various prices.

Bobbi Kotula – Red Letter Love CD
Actor (18 mainstage productions), Fundraiser, KIDSTAGE instructor

Inspired by Bobbi’s life, this CD of 14 songs bring to light her life, her love, her heartaches, and her sense of humor. 8 original songs composed by local artists such as Rich Gray, Bob DeDea, & Bill Radke with 6 beautifully realized standards including Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Doatsy Mae, & Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled.

Each CD is $20 including shipping. Plus for every CD sold, Bobbi will donate $5 to the Issaquah Food Bank. Email to purchase.

Cheryse McLeod Lewis – Audio CDs
Actor (Cinderella’s Stepmother in Into the Woods)

Eleganza CD: Beautiful duets for soprano and mezzo-soprano spanning many genres (musical theatre, spirituals, opera, sacred, art song).
Spirituals CD: featuring some of the most well-known, traditional American spirituals.

Please send mailing address and $20 per CD to Venmo ID @CheryseMcLeodLewis.

Jeffrey Wilsor Music
Actor & Musician (Jerry Lee Lewis Understudy in Million Dollar Quartet)

Performances, compositions, arrangements, vocal coaching, piano and theory lessons are all available in the various tiers of patronage on my Patreon page. In addition, my new oratorio The Nativity will receive its virtual premiere on December 12 with 2 choirs, 6 soloists, and 2 pianos! Livestream link is available in the lowest tier and up!

Maggie Lee Plays
Playwright, Quick Musicals at The 19th Annual Festival of New Musicals

Looking for a little theatrical adventure at home this holiday season? Check out this thrilling trilogy of plays set in the fantastical steampunk world of New Providence: The Clockwork Professor, The Tumbleweed Zephyr, and A Hand of Talons!

Written by Gregory Award-winning Seattle playwright Maggie Lee and published by Mneme Press. Intended for audiences 15 and older. Available for purchase in paperback and Kindle editions.

Modern Angels – Shining Heart and other CDs
Vickielee Wohlbach, Frances Leah King, Maggie Stenson; Actors appearing in a combined 20+ Mainstage productions

During the summer of 1988, the four of us met while working in a production of the musical Quilters at Village Theatre, and we released Shining Heart to the world in October of 1991. We have since remastered the CD and redesigned the booklet in this new edition for the coming millennium. Thus once again it is with great joy and delight that we give you Modern Angels – Shining Heart. Physical CDs may be ordered via email.

Northwest Nutcracker – Virtual Performances
Amber Willett, Choreographer (Hart Island, Beta Production 2019)

Northwest Nutcracker is a virtual series of vignettes staged across iconic sights of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest. With thousands of performances canceled all over the world, we are taking it to the streets, the mountain tops, our favorite shops, making art wherever we can, bringing the light of this beloved holiday tradition to your home.

Sign up to receive notifications as new videos are released gradually over the holiday season and in years to come. Viewing will be free of charge. Donations are gratefully accepted.

Quarantunes: Songs from Seattle’s Live Events Community
Samuel Izenman, Technical Staff

Quarantunes: Songs from Seattle’s Live Events Community is a collection of songs written and produced by out-of-work stagehands and technicians. It is available on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, and a variety of other platforms.

Stephanie Anne Johnson Music
Actor (Hairspray)

Gift cards, CDs, and digital downloads available on the website.

Trevor & Sylvie – Time Is Free CD
Sylvie Davidson, Actor & Musician (Prudie Cupp in Pump Boys and Dinettes)

Trevor & Sylvie are a husband and wife duo based in Portland, OR, whose original music is rooted in the storytelling traditions of American country and folk. For physical CDs and download gift cards, please email us with the following info: Number of albums, shipping address, and preferred payment method (PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, or personal check). Digital album download on Bandcamp or Amazon.

OFFER: Mention “Village Theatre” for a deal on physical CDs: One for $15, or two for $25. Does not apply to downloads on Bandcamp or Amazon.

Will Van Dyke – Music and Coaching
Composer & Lyricist of Writing Kevin Taylor (Beta Production 2017, Festival of New Musicals 2016)

Music is available to stream, buy, and download at my website store. I’m also available for coaching.

Bartl-Geller Wilderness Photography
Bryce Bartl-Geller, KIDSTAGE Lighting Designer

Landscape photography from around the world, commonly taken from deep within the backcountry. Prints and zines (short photo books) for sale.

Earthseed
Jéhan Òsanyìn, Actor (Siobhan in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time)

I hand-make jewelry, ceramic, and leather goods. I also make jewelry display cases and wooden worktables. Visit the online store to purchase. Earthseed also facilitates workshops and classes that use theatre to more deeply explore racialized identity development.

East Meets West Mandalas
Mackenzie Malhotra, Teaching Artist & Actor

Unique, freehanded mandalas—on canvas, coasters, ornaments, and stones—made for home decor.

Estatementpiece – Vintage Items
Ann E. Cornelius, Actor (Mrs. Wormwood in Matilda the Musical)

I am the shop owner and designer of EstatementPiece on Etsy. Nicholas Tarabini is also a designer in this company and together we curate vintage pieces so you can make a statement in your home. Each piece has history, and we like to celebrate and honor that! We love to celebrate the stories of each piece, so please share yours if a piece sparks joy or a memory! We would love to hear it!

Hand to Mouth Creative
Matt Posner, Actor (Rapunzel’s Prince in Into the Woods)

Puppets! Custom, Hand Made, Monsters, and Caricatures. Shop my Etsy store.

Hook and I Crochet Gifts
Kristen Kittel, Lead Audience Services Representative, Issaquah Box Office

Locally handmade, original designs – check out these whimsical crocheted creations for holidays all year round. Special orders accepted – if you can dream it, I can crochet it! Shop my Etsy store or email me directly.

OFFER: Message me “I love Village Theatre!” when you place an order of $12 or more and I’ll include one Lucky Penny Star Charm for good fortune in the coming year!

Kawaii Berry
Heather Andress, Head Wardrobe Master, Issaquah

Dog bandanas, cloth face masks, and ball-jointed doll clothing. Shop my website.

Love Lola Knits
Malika Oyetimein, Director of The Homefront (Beta Series 2019)

LoveLolaKnits is a small business run by a disabled artist. She knits extra long scarves, hoodies, cowls, and beanies. This year LLK has expanded to add handmade masks, satin-lined head wraps, and screen printed tee shirts. Shop the site to place a custom order or buy from the inventory that’s ready to ship!

OFFER: Use promo code “VILLAGE THEATRE” to receive 10% off your order!

Masks by Ellie Jean
Ellie Cook, Actor (Guys & Dolls)

I am making personal protective masks! In the span of the pandemic I have sewn over 2,000 masks and donated over $8,000 to local theatre organizations. With my new Etsy shop I will be donating a portion of my earnings to my childhood dance studio in Camas, Washington. By making these masks I am doing what I can to not only protect my community from the virus, but ensure local theatre and arts organizations will be alive and well on the other side.

Miranda Antoinette Designs
Miranda Antoinette Troutt, Actor

I’m a designer and seamstress specializing in handmade custom costumes, fashionable facemasks, and wedding/other gowns. Custom can be anything from re-creating a full vision to presenting you with designs based on just a few key words or an aesthetic. I work almost entirely in recycled materials, as I endeavor to live and create low waste, but will use whatever fabric you choose for a commission of course. Material availability subject to change during this time. I am also passionate about repairs, alterations, and upcycling to allow you to keep clothes you love, and put personal flare on those you don’t, keeping them out of landfills. I take custom orders and I sell ready-made and made-to-order products on my Etsy shop.

Nourish Your Body Lovely
Callie Williams, Actor (Tracy Turnblad in Hairspray)

Handmade blends for your body! From a selection of medicinal teas to golden milk powder, you’ll find tasty goods to help nourish that sweet body of yours. Organic and fair trade herbs and spices are used as much as possible in making my goods.

PulveArt
Lena Pulve, Properties Designer & Former KIDSTAGE Actor

Handmade ornaments that include a circular digital painting of your pet with their name hand-lettered on the back. You pick the background colors of the painting and the card stock that the hand lettering sits on. The painting of the pet is done with digital oil painting. Each ornament is packaged with the red and green gift filler inside a 4”x4” box. Please order via email and send clear photos of your pets in good light! $18 per ornament, which includes a copy of the digital pet portrait. Two ornaments for $30, every ornament after two is a $10 add-on.

OFFER: Mention the ad in Village Theatre’s Holiday Gift Guide to receive 20% off shipping!

Savannahpants Art
Savannah LeCornu, KIDSTAGE Lighting Designer

Savannah is an indigenous artist and part of the Tsimshian, Haida, Tlingit, and Nez Perce tribes. She is also First Nations Nisga’a and part of the Wolf Clan.

Savannah creates art prints and stickers inspired by her tribal affiliations and her Alaskan/Pacific Northwest roots. She creates in order to stay close to her cultural identity, to help preserve it for future generations, and to provide the community with affordable art that reflects a diverse heritage.

Somar Queens N Things
Shaunyce Omar, Actor (Motormouth Maybelle in Hairspray, Matron Mama Morton in Chicago)

Handmade and handpainted earrings—many one of a kind! Specializing in big statement pieces and ankara fabric pieces. Please order through my Instagram page.

The Abstract By Sasha
Sasha Conley, Actor (The Noteworthy Life of Howard Barnes)

The Abstract By Sasha is a collection of art depicting the world around us. I curate two brands under this company: Abstract Parks and The Abstract NYC. Abstract Parks celebrates the great outdoors and specifically the US National Parks. The Abstract NYC is focused on illustration of current events. Both brands offer stickers, art prints, and posters of various forms!

OFFER: Mention Village Theatre and get an exclusive Washington sticker!

The Nifty Knitter
Benjamin Bentler: Mainstage Musician, KIDSTAGE Institute Instructor, Music Director

We are your local happy-go-lucky yarn shop specializing in inspiring and supplying those who love knitting, crocheting, weaving, spinning, and anything fiber related. Visit the website or call 425-369-3098. Phone hours are 12:00-5:00 pm every day.

OFFER: Mention Village Theatre from here until the end of November to get 10% off any purchase over $25.

Thunderdyke Handcrafted
Cassi Q Kohl, Actor (She Loves Me, String)

Upcycled, one-of-a-kind goods from a queer-owned & operated small business. Cassi specializes in making your favorite childhood toys into wearable backpacks and fanny packs!

Bold Moves! Virtual Audition Coaching with Sophia Franzella
Actor (Anna Cole in ZM, Tweeny in A Proper Place)

I’m Sophia Franzella (she/her), a multi-disciplinary artist based in Seattle, offering one-on-one Virtual Audition Coachings! My personal approach springs from my movement-based and Meisner-training background. I have participated as a Reader in both fringe and regional theatre audition rooms, so I have a good understanding of what directors are often looking for (at least the part you can control). I also know that confidence and preparation are essential to performing well in auditions, and I would love to help get you there!

I’m currently offering private 90-minute virtual sessions for ages 18+. Please email to inquire about booking!

Break the Table
Rico Lastrapes, Actor (Race in Newsies) and Teaching Artist

Break the Table is a new online entertainment channel designed for artists of the Global Majority to redefine and decolonize Fantasy, creating original tales with the help of popular tabletop game mechanics for a uniquely theatrical experience. Watch our weekly shows on Twitch or YouTube. Donate or become a Patron to receive a free “Break the Table” sticker! Also follow us on Instagram or Twitter for news, updates, and more!

Chris Jones – Bass & Music Theory Lessons
Musician – upright bass, electric bass (20 years, 40 mainstage productions)

Do you, your friends, or your kids want to learn bass or music theory? Chris can help! He has taught private bass/theory lessons for 24 years, and has played music for a living the entire time. He teaches all ages, all styles, and all experience levels from beginner to advanced. Chris specializes in teaching bass (electric and upright) and music theory/ear training (which can be done on any instrument his students choose). Due to COVID, lessons are online for now. Rates are very competitive at $60/hour and $40/half hour. Please contact Chris by phone (206-714-8971) or by email.

OFFER: Mention Village Theatre and your first lesson is ½ off. Refer a friend and your next lesson is ½ off. If you refer a friend but you’re not his student, Chris will send you $20 just for supporting local music teachers! Thank you for supporting live theater!

Coulson Bingham – Personal Shopper and Stylist for Nordstrom
Actor (The Noteworthy Life of Howards Barnes)

As a stylist and personal shopper at downtown Seattle Nordstrom, I have access to hundreds of thousands of beautiful gifts, clothing, beauty, jewelry, shoes – you name it! I can find holiday gifts for anyone on your shopping list to fit any budget. This service is complimentary, includes gift wrapping and free standard shipping to anywhere in the U.S., and can be done entirely virtually! Let me doing your holiday shopping this year to make everyone a little safer, and bring smiles to those you love!

I will make sure you are 100% satisfied with your purchase. If not, I will provide a free shipping label to return item directly to me – contact free! Contact on Instagram.

Danielle Mohlman – Artistic Accountability and Coaching Services
Teaching Artist

Musing on an artistic project, but not sure how to get started? Playwright Danielle Mohlman specializes in getting artists unstuck, creative goal setting, and bringing projects to fruition. And she’s ready to help you! Reach out via email to set up a consultation and get a quote.

Ian Bond – Emerald City Game Masters Guild

Actor (Richard Hannay in The 39 Steps)

Have you ever wanted to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Are you interested in learning other roleplaying games besides D&D? Do you know a young person who LOVES storytelling, games, or fantasy? Look no further! I am a professional game master available for hire through the Emerald City Game Masters Guild: a group of professional game masters fostering safe & inclusive tabletop roleplaying game experiences for all ages.

Jean Johnson Productions
Emily Johnson, Actor and KIDSTAGE Designer

Portrait Photographer through all seasons of life – Family, High School Senior, Engagement, Wedding & Event, Maternity & Newborn, Business & Headshot. Our team believes in preserving these memories for the future generations to continue the family story and legacy. We work with families to create unique, personalized portraits that capture all personalities and moments in time. No family is the same or should be photographed as such. We all have a story to tell and memories to capture to remember forever.

Jenny’s Living Room Yoga
Jenny Hall, Actor (Singin’ in the Rain, Billy Elliot)

I teach yoga for all levels and all people via live zoom calls from the comfort of your own living room. I create a safe and fun space for people to work their bodies while they tend to their souls. Book a class through the website.

Macy Rose Martinez – Custom Murals and Artwork
Lead Scenic Artist

I help make houses become homes with custom murals and commissioned artwork. Whether you have an idea or a feeling for a room, I want to collaborate with you to create art that makes your space your own.

Orion Bradshaw – Teacher, Facilitator, Performing Artist, Writer
Actor (Clown in The 39 Steps, Doc Porter in Crimes of the Heart)

• Private Coaching for Performance, Storytelling, and Public Speaking
• Event Hosting (solo or with a team of collaborators)
• Proofreading and Copywriting
• Equity and Advocacy Facilitation/Training

Pamela S. Photography
Pamela Campi Spee, Stage Management for 19 Mainstage productions

I am a photographer who loves exploring, capturing the beauty within ourselves and in the world around us. Specializing in outdoor portraits, and now booking for family “porch-traits” and adventure sessions in 2021.

OFFER: Mention Village Theatre for $20 off of your session!

Pangtience Studios LLC – Music Lessons and Commissions
Andrew Pang, Music Director & Pianist

Music lessons for Violin, viola, and piano, offered to all levels! Songwriting and composing lessons also offered for students 18+. I have transitioned completely to online and am always looking for new students. I also take commissions for music copy work, arranging, and composing!

OFFER: First lesson free! For other music services, I’m happy to negotiate pricing and start with a 15% discount.

Parsons Team Seattle – Real Estate
Nicholas Watson, Actor

I’m a Realtor in the Seattle area on a wonderful team made up of local actors around town as well! Before you choose the right house, choose the right real estate agent. We specialize in finding homes that check every box on your wishlist, whatever it takes. And we negotiate as if the purchase was our own.

Paul Flanagan – Astrology, Tarot Readings
Actor (The Noteworthy Life of Howard Barnes, Chicago, Fiddler on the Roof)

The greatest gift of all is empowerment. I do astrological birth chart readings which provide an investigation into your energetic makeup. As well as couples chart comparing and combining, a beautiful look into where the couple meets in love and transformation. I also do Tarot readings. A great way to get more specific about where you’re at in your process, and what to focus on. All readings would be conducted via Zoom. You’ll receive photos and the recording post our session. Due to COVID, I’m operating on a donation basis. My suggested rate is $100 per hour.

Premier Vocal Entertainment, LLC – Serenade-A-Grams
Cheryse McLeod Lewis, Actor (Cinderella’s Stepmother in Into the Woods)

Serenade-A-Grams are singing telegrams that deliver socially-distanced joy to family, friends, and colleagues! Send a Serenade-A-Gram to surprise someone special for Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, or any other special occasion. We even offer Hamilton Serenade-A-Grams for the Hamilton fans in your life. In-person delivery is outdoor only (minimum 20-feet distance) at this time. Or send a customized video Serenade-A-Gram to anyone, anywhere.

Songs To Say I Do – Original Custom Songs
Selda Sahin and Derek Gregor, Writers of Modern (Festival of New Musicals 2019)

We write custom wedding songs (or proposals, or lullabies…custom whatever!). Check out one or two of our most recent wedding songs.

OFFER: 30% off if you mention Village Theatre!

Speak the Speech – Public Speaking Coaching
Marianna de Fazio, Actor (The 39 Steps) and Dialect Coach

Marianna coaches under the wide umbrella of Public Speaking, which can include, but is not limited to accent modification for ESL speakers or native English speakers with regional dialects, presentation prep and polish, voice and speech, and presenting professionally and with confidence on camera.

Marianna’s arts background allows her to approach this difficult work with creativity and playfulness, and create a safe space to push you to the next level. If any of these are areas that you feel need focus, please reach out for a consultation!

TechTrainer
Tate Busby, Actor (Hairspray)

TechTrainer is here to help you or your loved one with tech. Phones, laptops, video calls, you name it! We take a personal approach and use a unique handbook style teaching method to empower clients to achieve their goals with their personal devices. TechTrainer provides technology training through multigenerational connection and personalized intuitive instruction. Clients can book one-on-one sessions to learn basic technology skills, stay connected in their communities and preserve memories.

OFFER: Use promo code “trainer20” for 20% off all one-on-one in-person or online sessions.