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SNAPSHOTS Saturday, September 15 Seattle's Parks: The Olmsted Legacy Our walkabout with author Joan Hockaday took us to three of Seattle's Olmsted parks—Volunteer, Seward and the University of Washington campus. The latter was site of the 1909 Alaska– Yukon–Pacific Exposition, which was laid out by the Olmsted brothers. Our tour ended at Seward Park with a picnic in the sun. Saturday, September 22 Northwest Trek Members went wild at the more than 700-acre park near Eatonville. On a narrated tram tour and in exhibits, we saw bison, caribou, bear, lynx, eagles, porcupines and many other species. Viewing wildlife in habitats emulating their natural surroundings offered us a better appreciation and respect for all of nature's creatures. TOP: CHERYL SIMMONS, BOTTOM: ROBERT LAURENT CLUB PROGRAMS 206.464.3060 • clubprograms@wac.net her candle. The romance that begins on this dark winter night between Rodolfo and Mimi unfolds to Puccini's exquisite and tender music and stands at the center of one of the greatest operas ever written. 7:30 pm (2 hours, 40 minutes); $125–$144; noncancellable/nonrefundable In The Mood—A 1940s Big Band Revue at Benaroya Hall Sunday, March 10 NEW Artbeat presents: With a big band orchestra, singers, dancers and period costumes, this touring produc- tion presents a musical throwback to the 1940s. Much more than a concert, In The Mood takes a look at the life and times of what journalist Tom Brokaw called "The Greatest Generation." The 1940s were a time when music moved the national spirit and inspired a future filled with hope, promise and prosperity. Experience the swing, rhythm and romance of Glenn Miller, The Andrews Sisters and others. Come enjoy songs such as "Chattanooga Choo Choo," "It's Only A Paper Moon," "Don't Fence Me In," and "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy." WAC seats are located in rows eight to 12. 5 pm; $62; noncancelable/nonrefundable at Marymoor Park Sunday, March 17 NEW Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna Inspired by Shakespeare's The Tempest, Cirque du Soleil's newest touring produc- tion, Amaluna, invites the audience to a mysterious island governed by goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. During a storm, a group of men is washed up on the shore of this dreamscape island. The queen's daughter falls for one of the young men, and the trials of their love are the elements composing this production, performed in the round inside a huge blue and yellow tent in Redmond's Marymoor Park. Cirque du Soleil shows are renowned for their spectacular combination of European circus, acrobatics, gymnastics, dance, and theatrical effects. The interna- 40 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2012 tional cast of Amaluna performs gravity- defying acts of physical strength, balance and aerial acts in a show receiving rave reviews. Come experience Cirque du Soleil's new and exotic $25 million extrav- aganza. Concessions available onsite. Pay parking lots located near the big top. 1 pm; $68 adults, $48 children ages 2–12; noncancelable/nonrefundable THE 5TH AVENUE The Addams Family at The 5th Avenue Through November 11 This Broadway hit brings the darkly deliri- ous world of Gomez, Morticia, Uncle Fester, Grandma, Wednesday, Pugsley and, of course, Lurch to spooky and spectacular life. National Broadway tour. Contact Club Programs for availability. $85–$108, based on seating location and day of the week; other performances may be available upon request; noncancelable/ nonrefundable