Vashon Maury Island

Steffon Moody & Friends
2025-11-08 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
November 8, 2025 | 7:30pm
From the Ashes, We Will Rise
An Unforgettable Night of Musical Redemption
Join singer-songwriter Steffon Moody as he weaves three decades of self-forged Folk Americana into a single rousing evening of song, story, and surprise. Sharing the stage with island stalwarts Andre Sapp (mandolin, guitar) and Bill Moyer (tablas, trap set), plus Northwest legend Mark Graham (harmonica, clarinet), Moody promises a night of rousing redemption, raucous irreverence, and soulful melody.
Songs once born through bands like Good Dog, Rumpus, United Sheep, The Nilbillies, and Dark Carny will find new life, reimagined by this wildly eclectic ensemble.
Come ready to laugh, sing, and remember that we the people cannot be denied. From the ashes, we will rise.
$28 General | $26 Senior
Youth FREE *ticket reservation required
(adult must accompany youth 12-)
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

Late Arrival Schedule
2025-11-07 00:00, 2025-10-31 00:00, 2025-10-24 00:00, 2025-10-17 00:00, 2025-10-10 00:00, 2025-10-03 00:00, 2025-09-26 00:00, 2025-09-19 00:00 UTC | WA
The VHS late start school day is 9:45am-2:55pm

Adult and Teen Modern Dance | Session 2
2025-10-28 18:15 - 2026-01-20 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Adult and Teen Modern Dance
Session 2: Tuesdays, Oct 28-Jan 20 (skip Nov 11, Dec 2, Dec 16-Jan 6) | 6:15 pm-7:30pm
Tuition per session: $170
Single class/drop in: $26
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Upstairs Studio
Explore dynamic movement, grounded technique, and expressive choreography in this welcoming class for teens and adults. Vanesa Wylie blends modern dance fundamentals with creative exploration, encouraging individual artistry and connection. All levels are welcome, perfect for seasoned movers or curious beginners looking for a fresh, invigorating approach to dance.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Adult and Teen Modern Dance | Single Class/Drop In
2025-10-28 18:15 - 2026-01-20 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Adult and Teen Modern Dance
Tuesdays, Oct 28-Jan 20 (skip Nov 11, Dec 2, Dec 16-Jan 6) | 6:15 pm-7:30pm
Tuition per session: $170
Single class/drop in: $26
Instructor: Vanesa Wylie
Location: Upstairs Studio
Explore dynamic movement, grounded technique, and expressive choreography in this welcoming class for teens and adults. Vanesa Wylie blends modern dance fundamentals with creative exploration, encouraging individual artistry and connection. All levels are welcome, perfect for seasoned movers or curious beginners looking for a fresh, invigorating approach to dance.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Adult Intermediate Ballet | Session 2
2025-10-28 12:00 - 2026-01-20 13:15 (America/Los_Angeles) | Blue Heron Dance Studio, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Adult Intermediate Ballet
Ages: 13+
Session 2: Tuesdays, Oct 28-Jan 20 (skip Nov 11, Dec 2, Dec 16-Jan 6) | 12:00pm-1:15pm
Tuition per session: $170
Single class/drop in: $26
Instructor: Kathleen Bonner
Location: Upstairs Studio
If you have some ballet experience, dancer/teacher/choreographer Kathleen Bonner gives a great daytime class including a classical barre followed by lovely choreography at center. Ballet experience recommended.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.
Registration for Session 1 is open through the Parent/Student Portal.

VRT presents: The Rocky Horror Show
2025-10-24 19:30 - 2025-11-01 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
October 24, 2025 | 7:30pm
October 25, 2025 | 7:30pm
October 26, 2025 | 2pm & 7:30pm
October 30, 2025 | 7:30pm
October 31, 2025 | 10pm*special Halloween performance
November 1, 2025 | 7:30pm
Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show– This musical spoof on horror and sci-fi B movies is a cult classic, telling the story of a newly engaged couple getting caught in a storm and coming to the home of a mad transvestite scientist, Dr Frank-N-Furter. *Mature content*
$40 General $38 Senior | Youth FREE (not suitable for 13-)
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

Social Dances: Swing & Salsa | Session 2
2025-10-24 18:00 - 2025-12-12 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Blue Heron, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Social Dances: Swing & Salsa
Ages: 13+
Session 2: Fridays, Oct 24-Dec 12 (skip Oct 31, Dec 5) | 6:00-7:00pm
Holiday Dance Social: Dec 12, 7:00pm
Tuition per session: $118
Instructor: Cristy Stone
Location: Blue Heron Gallery
Swing and Salsa are two of the most popular social dances because they are fun and flexible. In this intro series, you’ll learn the basics of partnering with jazz and Latin flair. Dancers of all levels welcome; register with a partner or just for yourself! Our last class on Dec 12 will be one hour of review and then a final Holiday Social Dance where you will get to put everything you’ve learned into practice.
Session 1: Fridays, Sep 12-Oct 17 | 6:00-7:00pm
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Portland Cello Project
2025-10-18 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
October 18, 2025 | 7:30pm
The Portland Cello Project was formed in 2006 when a group of 9 cellists came together for a fun one-off gig to perform Western classical music in an informal setting. In the ensuing years, the Portland Cello Project has evolved into a nationally recognized performing, recording, and educational group.
Under the artistic direction of Douglas Jenkins, the group has built an impressive repertoire, played in every type of venue imaginable—from punk rock clubs to symphony halls—and collaborated with notable PNW cellists like Nancy Ives, Gideon Freudmann, and Diane Chaplin. Jenkins developed a three-part guiding philosophy for the group: 1) Bring the cello places you wouldn’t usually see it, 2) Perform music on the cello you wouldn’t normally associate with the instrument, and 3) Build bridges between different musical communities through collaborations and community outreach.
$45 General | $43 Senior
Youth FREE *ticket reservation required
(adult must accompany youth 12-)
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

Balkan Night
2025-10-11 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
October 11, 2025 | 7:30pm
VCA presents Balkan Night! A cultural celebration featuring the Seattle Cheta Dance Ensemble, Tamburaški Orkestar Kišobran, Vela Luka Croatian Dance Ensemble, Radost Folk Ensemble, Bulgarian Cultural & Heritage Center of Seattle Bulgarian Voices Women’s Choir, Gino Yevdjevich, Hadjia Hamzić & Mario Butković.
This lively evening will showcase the live music, folk dances, art, and the food of the Balkan culture, which is found in the many diverse countries of southeastern Europe, including Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, much of Croatia and Serbia, mainland Greece, Northern Dobruja in Romania, and East Thrace in Turkey. Experience the rich traditions of Balkan culture!
This event coincides with VCA’s gallery exhibit Balkan Voices by Martin Koenig. Be sure to arrive early and check out Martin’s work before the show.
$35 General | $33 Senior
Youth FREE *ticket reservation required
(adult must accompany youth 12-)
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

Alejandro Escovedo
2025-10-10 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
October 10, 2025 | 7:30pm
Legendary Rock Troubadour Alejandro Escovedo Comes to Vashon Island!
Beloved singer-songwriter Alejandro Escovedo—whose boundary-pushing catalog now includes the critically lauded 2024 album Echo Dancing(Alejandro Escovedo)—will deliver an intimate concert at Vashon Center for the Arts (VCA) on Friday, October 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Born in San Antonio and long based in Austin, Escovedo first galvanized audiences with pioneering punk outfit The Nuns, roots-rock heroes Rank & File, and cult favorites True Believers before embarking on a journey Rolling Stone hails as “one of the most compelling in modern music.” His newest collection, Echo Dancing (Yep Roc, 2024), reimagines gems from his songbook, underscoring why NPR dubbed him “a rock-and-roll shaman.”
On this new album, Alejandro Escovedo has taken a road rarely traveled, which is totally in keeping with how he has lived his life in music. Echo Dancing is an experiment in how to use the past to shape the future. By recording completely new and repurposed versions of songs from his past, Escovedo actually gets a chance to rewrite his own history. It’s also an idea that pushes growth into the present, and asks an artist to see themselves anew. “I always feel that a well-written song can withstand a lot of abuse,” Escovedo says. It is an area of creativity that the man has always honored. “Turning a past song inside out leads to discovery of new ideas you might not have understood about the song,” he says. “Even lyrical refurbishing has proven helpful and effective. It’s like interpreting your own work anew. The songs never seem to be complete. They are always evolving.”
Over a four-decade career that has spanned punk’s raw edge, Americana’s storytelling soul, and cinematic chamber-rock, Escovedo has earned rapt praise:
“Musically, Alejandro Escovedo is in his own genre.” — David Fricke, Rolling Stone
“A masterwork from one of the genuine lights in rock music.” — Billboard
“Music with heart, brains, and a burning sense of adventure.” — Mark Kemp, Rolling Stone
$55 Premium | $45 General
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

WA: (25-069) & (25-070) Halloween Hootenanny WE Show #1 & #2
2025-10-10 - 2025-10-12 | Appleatchee Riders, 1130 Circle Street, Wenatchee, 98801
License#(s): 25-069
Show Name(s): Halloween Hootenanny WE Show #1
Show Date(s): 10/10/2025 -010/12/2025
Location: Appleatchee Riders Association, Wenatchee, WA
Judge: Rebecca Algar
TD: Sarah McColm
Gate Steward: Gillian O’Bryan
Show Manager: Katie Garrett
License#(s): 25-070
Show Name(s): Halloween Hootenanny WE Show #2
Show Date(s): 10/10/2025 -010/12/2025
Location: Appleatchee Riders Association, Wenatchee, WA
Judge: Rebecca Algar
TD: Sarah McColm
Gate Steward: Gillian O’Bryan
Show Manager: Katie Garrett

Shawn Colvin
2025-10-06 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
October 6, 2025 | 7:30pm
Over the course of three decades, Shawn Colvin has established herself as a captivating performer and a revered storyteller. She is a three-time Grammy-winner: Best Contemporary Folk Recording for her album “Steady On” in 1989, and Record and Song of the Year for her hit “Sunny Came Home,” from the platinum-selling album A Few Small Repairs. She has released thirteen superlative albums, is an inductee of the Austin City Limits Hall of Fame, recipient of Americana Music Association’s Lifetime Achievement Trailblazer Award, written a critically acclaimed memoir, and maintained a non-stop national and international touring schedule which will bring her to Vashon Center for the Arts for an special evening of song and stories with this influential woman of American music.
“She’s simply one of the best singers I’ve ever heard — and a truly gifted and deep songwriter and guitarist… She was groundbreaking when she emerged and continues to inspire me and the legions of fans and other singer/songwriters coming up in her wake.” — Bonnie Raitt
“…extraordinary songs, mesmerizing guitar playing, and a voice that goes effortlessly from bruise-tender to scar-hard in a matter of minutes… her lyrics are crafted and clever, full of subtlety and polished phrases…With delicious sarcasm and acerbic stories, she held the audience spellbound… her songs are so personal to her that they speak to everyone who listens.” – The Guardian
$105 Premium | $95 General
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

Evren Ozel
2025-10-04 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
October 4, 2025 | 7:30pm
American pianist Evren Ozel has established himself as a musician of “refined restraint” (Third Coast Review), combining fluent virtuosity with probing, thoughtful interpretations. Evren has performed extensively in the United States and abroad and is the recipient of a 2023 Avery Fisher Career Grant and 2022 Salon de Virtuosi Career Grant, and is represented by the Concert Artists Guild as an Ambassador Prize Winner of their 2021 Victor Elmaleh Competition.
Since his debut with the Minnesota Orchestra at age 11, Ozel has been a soloist with the Cleveland Orchestra, Jacksonville Symphony, and The Orchestra Now at Bard College, with conductors Jahja Ling, Courtney Lewis, and Leon Botstein. In March of 2025, his first album of Mozart Concertos with the ORF Radio Symphony of Vienna and conductor Howard Griffiths will be released on Alpha Classics.

Evren Ozel is a winner of the Concert Artists Guild International Competition and is represented by Concert Artists Guild, 224 W 35th Street, Suite 500 #2149, New York, NY 10001 (www.concertartists.org)
~Program~
Sonata in G Major, K. 427 Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757)
Sonata in C minor, K. 11
Sonata in C Major, K. 159

Sonata No. 30 in E Major, Op. 109 (1820) Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Vivace ma non troppo – Adagio espressivo
Prestissimo
Gesangvoll, mit innigster Empfindung. Andante molto cantabile ed espressivo

Out of Doors, Sz. 81 (1926) Béla Bartók (1881-1945)
With Drums and Pipes
Barcarolla
Musettes
The Night’s Music
The Chase
– Intermission –
Nocturne No. 4 in E-flat Major, Op. 36 (1884) Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924)
Carnaval, Op. 9 (1834-35) Robert Schumann (1810-1856)

$40 General | $38 Senior
Youth FREE *ticket reservation required
(adult must accompany youth 12-)
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

Loudon Wainwright III
2025-10-01 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
October 1, 2025 | 7:30pm
with special guest Kyshona
Loudon Wainwright III began 2025 with the January release of the new album “Loudon Live in London” which was recorded during a 3-night residency at Nell’s Jazz and Blues club in 2024. Born in Chapel Hill, N.C. in 1946, Loudon Wainwright III came to fame when “Dead Skunk” became a Top 20 hit in 1972. He had studied acting at Carnegie-Mellon University but dropped out to partake in the Summer of Love in San Francisco and wrote his first song in 1968 (“Edgar,” about a lobsterman in Rhode Island). Loudon was signed to Atlantic Records by Nesuhi Ertegun, and after that was lured by Clive Davis to Columbia Records, which released “Dead Skunk.” His songs have since been recorded by the likes of Bonnie Raitt, Johnny Cash, Earl Scruggs, Kate & Anna McGarrigle, his son Rufus Wainwright, and Mose Allison among others.
This world renowned folk legend takes the stage at Vashon Center for the Arts on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Joining Loudon is special guest, Nashville-based singer/songwriter, Kyshona.
“Perhaps our foremost six-string analyst and tragicomedian.” —Tinnitist
$65 General | $63 Senior
All ticket sales are final. No refunds or exchanges will be provided.

Science with Sumi
2025-09-24 16:15 - 2025-10-29 17:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Blue Heron, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Science with Sumi
Ages: 7-12
Wednesdays, Sept 24-Oct 29 | 4:15-5:45 pm
Tuition: $190 (includes $15 materials fee)
Instructor: Sumi Suda
Location: Blue Heron Gallery
Learn to explore the world inquisitively through experiments and observation! Each class will have a general scientific theme for us to explore as a group of learners; geology, ornithology, marine biology or other themes that excite this particular group of young scientists! Look through microscopes at tiny details, explore environments of various plants and animals, and practice how to conduct research experiments.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Songwriter Sessions
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
September 20, 2025 | 1-3pm
Free Event
Join us in the VCA atrium for a pop-up “Songwriter Sessions” with
Graham Mark and Orville Johnson

Wry humor, virtuoso harmonica, and soulful country-blues: Orville Johnson and Mark Graham are the Kings of Mongrel Folk. Graham—of Kevin Burke’s Open House—pairs fleet harmonica and woody clarinet with sardonic cult classics like “I Can See Your Aura and It’s Ugly” and “Zen Gospel Singing,” covered by the Austin Lounge Lizards, Bryan Bowers, and the Limelighters. Johnson, a Seattle “player’s player,” adds masterful guitar/dobro and honeyed vocals heard on 200+ recordings. Together they’ve played Newport Folk, SXSW, London’s Festival Hall, Bumbershoot, and NW Folklife.

Vashon Opera presents: Cinderella
2025-09-19 19:30 - 2025-09-21 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kay White Hall, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
September 19, 2025 | 7:30pm
September 21, 2025 | 2:30pm
It’s French Romanticism at its best in Massenet’s Cinderella, a shimmering operatic adaptation of the beloved fairy tale. Cendrillon is infused with wit, charm, and a touch of magic that will transport you. The score is a tapestry of lush melodies and sparkling orchestration.
Our production promises to bring this enchanting story to life with visually stunning sets and costumes, a focus on the fairy tale’s emotional core, and a cast of singers with exquisite vocal prowess. You’ll be swept away by Cinderella’s yearning, the Prince’s earnest search, and the whimsical interventions of the Fairy Godmother. Whether you’re a seasoned opera lover or new to the art form, Cendrillon offers a heartwarming and visually captivating experience that will leave you believing in happily ever after. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness an added touch of magic to Vashon Island!
Opera Tickets: $34-$59
Vashon Opera sells and manages their own ticketing with an outside platform.
For any questions or concerns regarding tickets, please contact Vashon Opera at 206-388-2926

Smartphone Filmmaking
2025-09-18 18:30 - 2025-10-16 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Blue Heron, 19704 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Smartphone Filmmaking
Ages: 14-Adult
Thursdays, Sept 18-Oct 16 | 6:30-9 pm AND Saturday, Oct 4 | 12-4:30 pm
Tuition: $350 (includes $20 materials fee)
Instructor: Gabriel Dawson
Location: Blue Heron Gallery
Learn everything you need to know to shoot a short film, music video, or whatever your creativity inspires you to make. All with just your smartphone and basic lights and sound equipment (provided). We will brainstorm, write, film and edit our films – culminating in a screening for family and friends. Bring your phones and your creative spirit!
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Teen Musical Theatre Lead Class: The Lightning Thief
2025-09-18 15:30 - 2025-11-13 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | VCA Greenroom, 19600 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, United States
Teen Musical Theatre Lead Class: The Lightning Thief
Grades: 6-12
Thursdays, Sept 18-Nov 13 | 3:30-5:30 pm
Tuition: $380
Instructors: Kelly Godell, Marita Ericksen, Elise Ericksen
Location: Greenroom and Stage
Dive deep into musical theatre in this intensive class required for students with lead roles in The Lightning Thief production. Class includes intensive 1:1 instruction in voice and dance and scene work.
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.

Intermediate Woodworking – Mid-Century Bookcase
2025-09-17 18:30 - 2025-12-10 20:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | Vashon Island High School, Vashon, WA, United States
Intermediate Woodworking – Mid-Century Bookcase*
Ages: 14-Adult (students under 18 must register with a parent or guardian also taking the class)
Wednesdays, Sept 17-Dec 10 | 6:30-8:45 pm (skip Nov 26)
Tuition: $730 (includes $175 materials fee)
Instructor: Erik Mortensen
Location: Vashon High School Woodshop, Room 1105
Strengthen your woodworking skills by building a Mid-Century bookcase with an Arts and Crafts flair. This hands-on class takes you from rough lumber to fully milled components and precisely cut joinery. Deepen your understanding of project planning, hand and power tool use, and traditional joinery techniques. By the end of this course, you will have a completed bookcase and a solid understanding of the typical project workflow, skills that will prepare you to tackle more advanced, independent projects with confidence. Prerequisite: Intro to Woodworking class with Erik Mortensen or Kevin Grayum, or by instructor permission.
Registration Deadline Sept 13th*
For questions or help with registrations, please contact our registrar at belle@vashoncenterforthearts.org or (206) 259-3005.
