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Worlds. is year's show will be announced soon and will be broadcast live on KIRO Radio 97.3 FM. Don't miss the chance to enjoy a spooky pre-Halloween evening of old-fashioned radio theater at Town Hall, just a few blocks from the WAC. Before the broadcast, join us for an optional social in Hagerty's Clubroom, featuring heavy hors d'oeuvres, no-host beverages, and vali- dated WAC Garage parking after 5 pm. 6:30 pm social, 8 pm show; $34 social and show, $16 show only N E W Pacific Northwest Ballet Nutcracker at McCaw Hall Saturday, November 29 Pacific Northwest Ballet has announced that this will be the last year for the Stowell/Sendak Nutcracker. One of the most recognized productions, it was created in 1983 by artistic director Kent Stowell and the late Maurice Sendak, beloved author and illustrator. Sendak, known for Where the Wild ings Are, designed the costumes and decorative sets. Combined with Stowell's dramatic chore- ography, this production is larger than life. e stage is filled with enchantment as dancers twirl and snowflakes swirl, all with the familiar score of Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker. Opening weekend festivities include costumed Nutcracker characters, crafts for children, and strolling carolers. Before the final curtain on this unforget- table production, treat your family and yourself to this magical experience just one more time. 2 pm; $75, $112 N E W Seattle Men's Chorus ... Our Gay Apparel at Benaroya Hall Sunday, November 30 e irrepressible Seattle Men's Chorus is back with their annual holiday perfor- mance. For opening weekend only, special guest artist Linda Eder will join them on stage. Eder's Broadway background and her exquisite vocals took her from Jekyll & Hyde, the gothic musical thriller, to star- dom. e brilliant energy of the Seattle Men's Chorus with Eder's voice—it's a show not to be missed! 2 pm; $80; noncancelable/nonrefundable N E W The King's Singers at Benaroya Hall Monday, December 8 Grammy Award recipients, e King's Singers are one of the world's most renowned a cappella vocal ensembles. ey will bring their vocal styling to Benaroya Hall for just one night. Composed of six singers, their repertoire includes a wide range of music. ey are recognized for bringing flawless vocal blending and entertainment style—bring- ing British wit and charm to their perfor- mances. As noted by e Times of Britain, "the musical qualities they embody—pin- point precision, total rapport, crisp diction, faultless tuning and a seemingly effortless ability to switch between different stylistic requirements." is chance to hear e King's Singers' special sound promises to be an evening to remember. 7:30 pm; $62, $77 Kinky Boots October 7–26 Kinky Boots is the exhilarating Broadway musical that will lift your spirits to new high-heeled heights. Winner of six 2013 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, this inspirational story follows Charlie, a struggling British shoe factory's young straitlaced owner, who works to turn his business around with help from Lola, a drag queen entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. Together, this unlikely pair of opposites finds they have more in common than they ever dreamed possi- ble, proving that when you change your mind about someone you can change your whole world. Based on the 2005 film Kinky Boots, which was inspired by a true story, this hot new show features a joyous Tony–winning score by Cyndi Lauper. Come see what sold-out New York audiences have discovered: Sometimes, the best way to fit in is to stand out! Friday, October 10; 8 pm Thursday, October 16; 8 pm Wednesday, October 22; 7:30 pm Thursday, October 23; 8 pm Friday, October 24; 8 pm Saturday, October 25; 8 pm $95–$128; other performances may be available upon request M AT T H E W M U R P H Y 40 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | SEPTEMBER 2014 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net