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The Phantom of the Opera May 7–9 Following an acclaimed sold-out tour of the United Kingdom, Cameron Mackintosh's spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's phenomenal musical success, e Phantom of the Opera, will come to Seattle as part of a brand new North American tour. Critics are raving that this breathtaking production is "bigger and better than ever before." This Phantom features a brilliant new scenic design by Paul Brown, Tony Award–winning original costume design by Maria Björnson, lighting design by Tony Award–winner Paule Constable, new choreography by Scott Ambler, and a new staging by director Laurence Connor. The production, overseen by Mackintosh and Matthew Bourne, boasts many exciting special effects, including the show's legendary chandelier. The beloved story and thrilling score will be performed by a cast and orchestra of 52, making this Phantom one of the largest productions now on tour. Thursday, May 7; 7:30 pm; $85–$167 Friday, May 8; 8 pm; $99–$104 Saturday, May 9; 2 pm; $104–$167 N E W Wicked July 15–August 1 So much happened before Dorothy dropped in. Back by popular demand, this reimagining of a classic tale spotlights the untold stories of Oz's most famous (or infamous) characters—the Wicked Witch of the West and her unlikely friend, Glinda the Good. The show follows green-skinned Elphaba from birth to college and through the life-changing events that eventually label her "wicked." Meet spoiled rich girl Glinda, local prince and heartthrob Fiyero, and even the Wizard of Oz himself, a troubled man very unlike the one you may remember. As Elphaba, a passionate political activist if there ever was one, fights injustice and seeks to undo the mistakes of the past, dark secrets and personal tragedies shape the history of Oz. The story pays homage to the classic Wizard of Oz narrative while simultaneously changing fans' understand- ing of it forever. A cautionary tale about love, friendship and trust. Wednesday, July 15; 7:30 pm; $95 TO RESERVE FOR EVENTS IN THIS SECTION, EMAIL CLUBPROGRAMS@WAC. NET OR CALL 206.464.3060 Saturday, July 18; 2 pm; $104–$167 Thursday, July 23; 7:30 pm; $95–$167 Saturday, August 1; 2 pm; $104 YOU'RE INVITED WAC Toastmasters January 6, 13, 20, 27 The WAC Toastmasters Club meets for one hour on Tuesdays at 7 am. Members, guests, and first-time visitors are always wel- come to attend. If you have questions about joining or visiting, contact Ray Jameson at jameson.hadley@gmail.com. Link up! WAC Link Quarterly Thursday, January 8 The WAC's signature informal mixer is fast-paced and focused on linking you to a roomful of members. Make your person-to-person, business-to-business, interest-to-interest connections at WAC Link Quarterly! It's easy, non-threatening, and fun. Here's how it works: PreLink starts at 6 pm and gives everyone a chance to arrive, grab a beverage, enjoy appetizers, and be ready at 6:30 pm for SpeedLink. During SpeedLink, you'll meet 15 different people in three-minute link-ups to talk about what- ever you want. Everyone gets the same start- er question. You take the conversation from there. After SpeedLink there is an all-play group activity before last call. Join us at the Top of the WAC for an evening of appetiz- ers, socializing and networking. Planning ahead? Save the date for our next WAC Link on Wednesday, April 22. To receive WAC Link updates and reminders, send an email to clubprograms@wac.net and write "Link List" in the subject line. 6–8 pm; complimentary; no-host beverages; guests with members welcome JANUARY 2015 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 43 CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net