Passion, ambition and the Internet become inextricably entangled in the thoughtful comedy ‘Sex with Strangers,’ opening at Burien Actors Theatre this Friday, Feb. 10, and continuing through March 5. Written by Laura Eason, this is the comedy’s Washington State premiere. Here’s the synopsis:

Olivia, an attractive and talented but underappreciated mid-career writer, is unexpectedly trapped in a secluded, snowed-in B&B with Ethan, an equally attractive and wildly successful young blogger. Her latest novel is an unsung masterpiece; his blog of his “sexcapades” is being made into a movie. She prefers books; he prefers eBooks. She is anonymous; he has half a million Twitter followers. Opposites soon attract – passionately – as each realizes they want more of what the other has. But the closer they get, the more they must confront the murky side of ambition, success and the digital era… This show is suggested for ages 13-plus due to some adult content and language.
The Burien Actors Theatre production also features specialty drinks themed to the show and plenty of free on-site parking, plus an opening night party. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. at Burien Actors Theatre, 14501 4th Ave SW in Burien. Ticket prices range from $7 to $20. Student tickets are just $10. BUT…you can save $5 off tickets by using this Coupon:
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Enjoy opening weekend deals:
  • Tickets on opening night, Feb. 10, include FREE admission to the opening night party.
  • On Saturday, Feb. 11 all tickets are half price.
  • On Sunday, Feb. 12, known as Seven Buck Sunday, admission is just $7.
For tickets, special deals or other information, go to www.burienactorstheatre.org or call 206-242-5180. PRODUCTION SCHEDULE:
  • Friday, February 10, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Saturday, February 11, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Sunday, February 12, 2017: 2:00 pm Purchase
  • Friday, February 17, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Saturday, February 18, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Sunday, February 19, 2017: 2:00 pm Purchase
  • Friday, February 24, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Saturday, February 25, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Sunday, February 26, 2017: 2:00 pm Purchase
  • Friday, March 3, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Saturday, March 4, 2017: 8:00 pm Purchase
  • Sunday, March 5, 2017: 2:00 pm Purchase
Also, during this production, BAT will be hosting Burien Arts with an exhibit of photos by the Artful Activists of the Backbone Campaign. The show is called ‘Love Wins.’ Meet the photographers and artists Jeff Dunnicliff, Denise Henrikson, Lisa Marcus, and Laura Daughenbaugh on opening night, Friday February 10, during intermission. Backbone Campaign Directors Bill Moyer, Amy Morrison, and Eric Ross will also attend. The photos feature ordinary people expressing their love and passion for Puget Sound while raising awareness about environmental stewardship. Sex with Strangers is sponsored by 4Culture and Pickled & Preserved. THE CAST, DIRECTOR AND DESIGNERS Co-stage directors Rochelle Flynn and Maggie Larrick direct the talented cast of Alexandra Novotny (Olivia) and J. Woody Lotts (Ethan) Designers for the show are: Albie Clementi, set; Zanna Paulson, lighting; Cyndi Baumgardner, props; Tucker O’Connor, costumes; and Eric Dickman, sound. ABOUT BURIEN ACTORS THEATRE Exciting live theater has been a tradition in Burien since 1955. Incorporated in 1980, Burien Actors Theatre (BAT) has been a leading producer of quality live theater serving residents of the Seattle and south Puget Sound areas. Burien Actors Theatre gives audiences an intriguing and invigorating theatre experience with unusual and fantastical productions they can’t see on film or see anywhere else. The company’s mission is to treat audiences to productions of the highest artistic integrity that excite, engage and involve both the local and expanding theatrical communities in the Puget Sound region. BAT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) entity and operates on revenue from ticket sales, donations, grants, sponsorships and volunteers. Burien Actors Theatre is located at 14501 4th Avenue SW, Burien, WA 98148: ]]>

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2 replies on “COUPON: Save $5 off 'Sex with Strangers,' opening at BAT this Friday”

  1. BAT has a new sponsor, Pickled and Preserved, who, among other things ,will be supplying coffee for concessions.
    Burien Press is providing gift cards for a nightly drawing!
    And as a very special treat at the free opening night party, Medzo Gelato Bar & Travel Cafe will be sharing some of their very wonderful gelato with those who stay for the party!
    See you at the show!

  2. Saw the show opening night. It’s a two person performance that keeps your attention all the way. The male lead is good. The female is fantastic. Together they make for an excellent evening of theater. The language can be frank, at times, but it’s in character and appropriate to the dialogue.

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