Burden of Dreams
2025-04-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Gesa Power House Theatre, 111 North 6th Avenue, Walla Walla, WA, 99362, United States
Burden of Dreams captures legendary director Werner Herzog’s filming of his most ambitious film Fitzcarraldo, in which an entrepreneur (Klaus Kinski) endeavors to push a steamship over a mountain to build an opera house in the Amazon jungle, one thousand miles away from civilization.
Featuring visceral interviews with Herzog, Burden of Dreams which was held by Roger Ebert as “one of the most remarkable documentaries ever made about the making of a movie” depicts the full range of Herzog’s unflinching vision spanning four years of production, despite all odds, such as the lead actor (Jason Robards) who had to leave the set after 40% of the shoot was completed and ultimately was replaced by Herzog’s muse, Klaus Kinski. Most notoriously, the film features a jaw-dropping sequence featuring Herzog requiring hundreds of native Campa, Machiguenga, and Aguaruna people to pull a full-size, 320-ton steamship over a small mountain. The result is an extraordinary document of the filmmaking process and a unique look into the single-minded mission of one of cinema’s most fearless directors.
Blank’s interviews with Herzog, bring context and backstory to his personalized style of “ethnographic filmmaking,” which values Peru’s native, Campa, Machiguenga, and Aguaruna people and their Old World culture as much as it does Herzog’s perilous enterprise. Blank’s appreciation for the jungle comes through in his uninflected photography of insects, birds, and even the feet and faces of his Peruvian subjects – as frequently set against the classical music that Herzog used in Fitzcarraldo.

Reserved seating tickets ($15, $10 for students) will be available on February 15th, online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500.
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Power Up Fundraiser 2025
2025-04-26 17:30 - 21:00
Join us for the 2025 Power Up fundraiser and concert at Gesa Power House Theatre on Saturday, April 26, 2025 featuring the internationally-acclaimed jazz singer, Anthony Nunziata. Tickets to the Power Up fundraiser includes special pre-show access to the fundraising party, complimentary food and treats, and (2) beverages* of your choice from our bar. You may even have the chance to meet and mingle with the performer before the show! *Additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
The 2025 Power Up fundraiser benefits the programs and services at our nonprofit theater and directly supports our mission-driven work to generate a strong, inclusive community through the arts!
This fundraising event will start at 5:30 p.m. followed by a concert in the auditorium starting at 7:00 p.m. It will also feature an online silent auction with art, wine, unique experiences, and more!

Auction Open NOW! Click here to register and BID!

Reserved seating tickets are $150 and are available online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500, starting January 26th for +Power Club members, and February 1 for general public.
Special thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: NELSON CONSTRUCTION CORP., and Beer Sponsor: BURWOOD BREWING COMPANY!
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Art For Everybody
2025-04-30 19:00 - 21:00
On Wednesday, April 30 at 7 p.m., Gesa Power House Theatre proudly presents Art For Everybody. Thomas Kinkade’s pastoral landscapes made him the most collected and despised painter of all time. After his shocking death, his family discovers a vault of unseen paintings that reveal a complex artist whose life and work embody our divided America.
You’ve seen his cozy cottages, idyllic gardens, and welcoming village streets on everything from canvas to commemorative plates. Both celebrated and disparaged for his kitschy signature settings, the “Painter of Light” Thomas Kinkade rocketed to popularity in the ‘90s by marketing himself to American evangelicals and pitting himself against the elite art establishment.
Yet beneath the pristine public persona were demons that would drive him to alcoholism, scandal, and death from an overdose in 2012. After his passing, Kinkade’s daughters uncovered a trove of unseen, unexpectedly dark paintings, a discovery that launched an investigation into their father’s true personality.
Through the voices of skeptical critics, adoring fans, and Kinkade’s closest friends and family, ART FOR EVERYBODY digs deep into Kinkade’s life and work to elucidate the real man behind the persona. Accomplished editor Miranda Yousef’s directorial debut is an insightful documentary that peels back the layers of Kinkade’s facade, delivering a portrait of a complex man divided by the same forces that continue to pull us apart as a nation.

Reserved seating tickets ($15, $10 for students) will be available on February 15th, online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500.
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Seattle Rock Orchestra plays David Bowie
2025-05-03 19:00 - 21:00
Gesa Power House Theatre presents Seattle Rock Orchestra performing David Bowie in concert on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Join us for a special retrospective of David Bowie’s 50+ year career as a music legend! Seattle Rock Orchestra’s program begins with a reflection on Bowie’s early career from 1969-1974, largely on his glamarific ‘Ziggy Stardust’ era, featuring large swathes of his 1971 breakout album Hunky Dory, and 1972’s masterpiece The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars. After an intermission, SRO switch gears into full-on party mode as they perform his most danceable songs—from the ‘plastic soul’ of 1975’s Young Americans, through his reinvigorated reign as an 80’s pop icon. And, as a meditation on his legacy, the orchestra will take advantage of their full spectrum of tone colors, occasionally punctuating the evening with plaintive orchestral moments taken from his experimental ‘Berlin Trilogy’ years. Featuring the songs ‘Life On Mars?,’ ‘Starman,’ ‘Let’s Dance,’ ‘Under Pressure,’ ‘Young Americans,’ and many more, this is a program you won’t want to miss!
Seattle Rock Orchestra doesn’t hide behind a rock band … it is the rock band! SRO utilizes strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and rotating cast of exciting guest vocalists to deliver high energy tribute shows unlike any other. Each SRO show offers a dynamic mix of possibilities: a classy night out at the symphony with the infectious energy of a dance party; searing rock solos with intimate orchestral moments of staggering beauty; and fan favorite sing-alongs with lesser known ‘deep cuts’—combining to create a fun yet profoundly moving night out that honors the featured artist’s lasting legacy.
Reserved seating tickets ($50-$55) are available to the general public starting February 15th online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500.

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Seattle Rock Orchestra plays The Beatles
2025-05-04 14:00 - 16:00
Gesa Power House Theatre presents Seattle Rock Orchestra performing The Beatles’ Sgt Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and Magical Mystery Tour in concert on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00 p.m.
In this concert, Seattle Rock Orchestra (SRO) takes a deep dive into The Beatles discography, performing two classic 1967 albums, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and Magical Mystery Tour, both renowned for their experimentation, innovation, and ambition in their use of recorded techniques and varies stylistic influences. Never performed live during The Beatles’ short career, Seattle Rock Orchestra will caringly bring these two studio masterpieces to life for a live audience. Featuring the songs “Penny Lane,” “Strawberry Fields Forever,” “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds,” “When I’m Sixty-Four,” “A Day in the Life” and many more, this is a program you won’t want to miss!
Seattle Rock Orchestra doesn’t hide behind a rock band … it is the rock band! SRO utilizes strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and rotating cast of exciting guest vocalists to deliver high energy tribute shows unlike any other. Each SRO show offers a dynamic mix of possibilities: a classy night out at the symphony with the infectious energy of a dance party; searing rock solos with intimate orchestral moments of staggering beauty; and fan favorite sing-alongs with lesser known ‘deep cuts’—combining to create a fun yet profoundly moving night out that honors the featured artist’s lasting legacy.
Reserved seating tickets ($50-$55) are available to the general public starting February 15th online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500.

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The M Factor
2025-05-18 14:00 - 16:00
Join Gesa Power House Theatre for a FREE community event on Sunday, May 18, 2025 for the documentary, The M Factor: Shredding the Silence on Menopause, as we celebrate Women’s Health Month. This film confronts the neglected menopause crisis, challenging societal and medical shortcomings, and advocating for a revolutionary approach to women’s health in America where she’s prepared for midlife. Produced by Women in the Room Productions and Take Flight Productions, “The M Factor” aims to educate and empower women to seek proper healthcare support.
Menopause is a silent epidemic that affects the health and well-being of millions of American women. In addition to experiencing traumatic physical symptoms, women are struggling with the related stresses of billions of dollars in lost wages, upended careers, family disruptions, and emotional chaos.
There will be a live Q&A panel following the film.
Reserved seating is strongly encouraged for this event to guarantee your seat! RSVP online, or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500.

Steve Hofstetter: Kill the Butterflies
2025-05-24 19:00 - 21:00
Gesa Power House Theatre proudly presents stand-up comedy by Steve Hofstetter on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 7PM!
We are thrilled to welcome back Steve Hofstetter, who last graced our stage in April for the unforgettable Kill the Butterflies Tour! Don’t miss your chance to see him again live!
Comedian and podcast host Steve Hofstetter, who has a whopping 185 million views on YouTube, is also the host of Finding Babe Ruth on FS1. His book, Ginger Kid, is a top 5 pick on Amazon and debuted at number one in its category. Hofstetter was the host and executive producer of season one of Laughs (Fox Television stations) and he has been on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and E! True Hollywood Story, Comics Unleashed, Comedy All-Stars, Quite Frankly, White Boyz in the Hood, Countdown, and more. He has been in four movies, and he has had two top 20 comedy albums (including one that hit number 1 on iTunes comedy charts). He is a former columnist for Sports Illustrated and the NHL, and has also written for Maxim and the New York Times, among others.
Diving into the obstacles we put in our own way, Hofstetter’s newest show “Kill the Butterflies” is encouraging, hilarious, and the best of Hofstetter yet!
Reserved seating tickets begin at $35. An exclusive VIP ticket package is also available for $140 and includes the following:

Private Group Meet-and-Greet with Steve Hofstetter
Photo Opportunity
Limited Edition Shirt or Autographed Book
8 Comedy Albums
Audiobook

Reserved seating tickets and the VIP ticket package are both available online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500.
Ages 14+

Caravan of GLAM
2025-06-06 19:00 - 21:00
Gesa Power House Theatre welcomes back to the stage Caravan of GLAM on June 6 at 7PM.
The Caravan of GLAM is a flamboyant cabaret act featuring drag, burlesque, acrobatics, and comedy. Expect the unexpected as each show is customized to the venue and no two shows are ever the same.
The Caravan of GLAM formed in 2013, appeared on America’s Got Talent in 2015, were featured in the documentary film Burlesque: Heart of the Glitter Tribe, and were scouted by ABC for a new dance-based reality competition. The Caravan of GLAM tours the United States and Canada, and individual members also perform and tour as solo artists. Recommended age to attend this show is 16+.
Reserved seating tickets start at $30($20 for students) and are available online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500.

VENTASTIC!
2025-06-08 14:00 - 16:00
Gesa Power House Theatre proudly presents Ventastic on Sunday, June 8, 2025, at 2 PM.
Michael Harrison is an award winning ventriloquist and puppeteer based in Victoria, BC Canada. He tours worldwide with his incredible show Ventastic. Michael turns ventriloquism upside-down with his original puppets and creative routines that have amazed audiences of all ages for over 30 years.
Michael channels the talents of his legendary great grandfather, Frank Merryfield (vaudeville ventriloquist) into a one-man, laugh out loud romp into the past with his new up to date twist on this long lost art form. Michael is a talented ventriloquist, puppeteer and comedian with a lifetime of experience in this unique field of entertainment. He has worked with Kelly Clarkson, The Muppets and Boyz to Men.
Michael took his talents to a new level when he appeared on America’s Got Talent, receiving glowing reviews from the celebrity judges. He has written and performed on the award winning television show “Kids in the Firehall” (Bronze Apple Award Winner) and is the star of the reality television pilot “The Dummy Test”.
Reserved tickets will be available for $12 ($8 for children under 12) on February 15th, either online or via the Box Office at 509-529-6500. Want to receive early notice and access to ticket sales? Join the +Power Club (highest priority) or sign up for our email list (at the bottom of this page)!

Sequential: The Storytelling Power of Comic Books
2025-06-11 19:00 - 21:00
Join us on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 as Gesa Power House Theatre proudly presents Sequential: The Storytelling Power of Comic Books. This event is sponsored by Humanities Washington.
Josh Tuininga (he/him) is an author, artist, and designer. After studying fine art at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, he founded an art and design agency, where he continues to work as creative director. His work has been published in the magazines Communication Arts and HOW Design. Tuininga is the author of the children’s books Why Blue? and Dream On. We Are Not Strangers is his first graphic novel, which was a 2024 Washington State book award finalist!

Despite the graphic novel’s skyrocketing popularity, many still view the art form as unsophisticated or less credible than traditional forms of literature. In this talk, comic artist Josh Tuininga shows how comic books and graphic novels are not only powerful art forms, but have unique abilities to challenge young readers in surprising ways and can help prepare students for a rapidly changing future.
Tuininga traces the origins of sequential art—exploring the evolution of the art form and its impact on readers and culture throughout history. He also shares an in-depth look at the sequential art process as he presents his graphic novel, We Are Not Strangers—a true family story which follows a Jewish immigrant’s efforts to help his Japanese-American neighbors while they are incarcerated during World War II.
Gesa Power House Theatre is committed to ensuring that the arts are for everyone. Join us for this free community event, bringing impactful stories to the Walla Walla Valley. Donations are welcome!

Kira Soltanovich
2025-07-18 19:00 - 21:00
On July 18, at 7 PM, Gesa Power House Theatre welcomes to the stage Kira Soltanovich. This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
Kira Soltanovich is a comedian, actress, and writer best known for her correspondent work on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno for almost 9 years. She was the Phony Photo Booth, which turned into the show’s longest-running comedy piece. (that didn’t have Jay in it). Kira teams up with Jay Leno again in the You Bet Your Life game show reboot in syndication on FOX now.
Kira has a half-hour stand-up special on Showtime called Here Comes Trouble and a one-hour stand-up special on Amazon called You Did This To Me. She’s the sidekick to host Donald Faison on the Netflix game show, Winsanity and she’s been a recurring comedian on several FOX television shows: Punchline and The Drama. Kira was a series regular on two seasons of TruTV’s How To Be A Grownup, and also shot two seasons of the Facebook series The Turndown which was shot exclusively in a bed.
Many of her fans remember her from the hidden camera show, Girls Behaving Badly, where she was a series regular for 4 seasons. Kira has been featured on Comedy Central, NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Nickelodeon, several Disney shows, and one of her most unique claim to fame moments came when Hell’s Kitchen made her the “prize” for the winning team of chefs who got a night out at The Laugh Factory on the Sunset Strip.
Kira was born in the former Soviet Union, was traded for grains from the United States and immigrated in American when she was 2 years old. Kira honed her comedy chops all throughout grade school and up until high school graduation. It’s amazing how telling an angry principal a few jokes can get you out of serious trouble.

Reserved seating tickets starting at $25 ($20 for students) will be available online or at the box office (509-529-6500) beginning May 15th. Want early access to tickets? Consider joining our +Power Club!

Susan Rice
2025-07-19 19:00 - 21:00
On July 19, at 7 PM, Gesa Power House Theatre welcomes to the stage comedian Susan Rice. This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
Susan Rice was recently featured in Vulture Magazine for her widely popular appearance on Don’t Tell Comedy, which garnered over 1 millions views. Susan has made appearances on ABC, NBC, Hbo, Showtime, and comedy central. Moving to Los Angeles in 1986 brought television credits and allowed her to open for comics like Jerry Seinfeld, Rich Shydner, Paula Poundstone, and recently Maria Bamford & Arsenio Hall. In the last 10 years, Rice has found her niche in fundraising and organizing charity events such as the first-ever St. Johns Comedy Festival held in her own neighborhood of N. Portland.

Reserved seating tickets ($25) will be available online or at the box office (509-529-6500) beginning May 15th. Want early access to tickets? Consider joining our +Power Club!

Little Shop of Horrors
2025-08-07 19:00 - 21:20, 2025-08-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-08-09 14:00, 2025-08-09 19:00, 2025-08-10 14:00, 2025-08-14 19:00, 2025-08-15 19:00, 2025-08-16 14:00 and 1 more date
Walla Walla Summer Theater proudly presents the delightfully dark and comedic musical, “Little Shop of Horrors,” running from August 7th to 17th, 2025. This exciting production stars Brad Willcuts as the endearing yet hapless Seymour Krelborn and features Tyson Kaup providing the powerful and unforgettable voice of Audrey II, the mysterious and menacing plant.
“Little Shop of Horrors” tells the story of Seymour Krelborn, a meek and struggling floral assistant who discovers an unusual plant after a total eclipse of the sun. Naming it Audrey II after his coworker and secret crush, Seymour soon realizes his plant holds a sinister secret— it thrives on human blood. As Audrey II grows, so does its appetite, leading Seymour down a dark and dangerous path filled with both comedic and horrific twists. With memorable music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, this iconic musical explores themes of ambition, romance, and the consequences of unchecked desires.
An incredible opportunity to experience top-notch theater in the heart of the valley. Secure your seats now for a night of thrills, laughter, and toe-tapping tunes!
Produced by Walla Walla Summer Theater
Directed by Tyson Kaup
Music Directed by Mitchell Brownell
Choreography by Justine Clark
Book and Lyrics by Howard Ashman
Music by Alan Menken
Based on the film by Roger Corman, Screenplay by Charles Griffith
Originally produced by the WPA Theatre (Kyle Renick, Producing Director)
Originally produced at the Orpheum Theatre, New York City by the WPA Theatre, David Geffen, Cameron Mackintosh and the Shubert Organization
This production is recommended for ages 5 and up.
This production is licensed by Music Theatre International.
Tickets are available for $49, either online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500. This event is a rental. Learn more about renting the theater for your own event here!

Little Shop of Horrors
2025-08-17 14:00 - 16:30
Walla Walla Summer Theater proudly presents the delightfully dark and comedic musical, “Little Shop of Horrors,” running from August 7th to 17th, 2025. This exciting production stars Brad Willcuts as the endearing yet hapless Seymour Krelborn and features Tyson Kaup providing the powerful and unforgettable voice of Audrey II, the mysterious and menacing plant. “Little Shop of Horrors” tells the story of Seymour Krelborn, a meek and struggling floral assistant who discovers an unusual plant after a total eclipse of the sun. Naming it Audrey II after his coworker and secret crush, Seymour soon realizes his plant holds a sinister secret— it thrives on human blood. As Audrey II grows, so does its appetite, leading Seymour down a dark and dangerous path filled with both comedic and horrific twists. With memorable music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, this iconic musical explores themes of ambition, romance, and the consequences of unchecked desires. An incredible opportunity to experience top-notch theater in the heart of the valley. Secure your seats now for a night of thrills, laughter, and toe-tapping tunes! Produced by Walla Walla Summer Theater Directed by Tyson Kaup Music Directed by Mitchell Brownell Choreography by Justine Clark Book and Lyrics by Howard Ashman Music by Alan Menken Based on the film by Roger Corman, Screenplay by Charles Griffith Originally produced by the WPA Theatre (Kyle Renick, Producing Director). Originally produced at the Orpheum Theatre, New York City by the WPA Theatre, David Geffen, Cameron Mackintosh and the Shubert Organization.This production is recommended for ages 5 and up. This production is licensed by Music Theatre International. Tickets are available for $49, either online or by calling the box office at 509-529-6500. This event is a rental. Learn more about renting the theater for your own event here!

Junior & Friends Comedy Show
2025-08-22 19:00 - 22:00
Join Junior & Friends at the Gesa Power House Theatre on Saturday, August 22 at 7pm for a night filled with laughs! Join host, Junior Elechi, featured comedian Anthony Singleton, and guests Ibraheem and Ryan Padilla for a night of comedy.

This event is a rental. Learn more about renting the theater for your own event here! tickets are on sale now through the link above.

WILD RUMOURS: A Fleetwood Mac Experience
2025-09-05 19:00 - 21:00
On September 5, at 7 PM, Gesa Power House Theatre welcomes to the stage, Wild Rumours! This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
Centered around the concept of performing entire albums, faithfully and in sequence. The core of a Wild Rumours show features all the classic material from both the 1975 Fleetwood Mac and 1978 Rumours albums, along with other hit songs from the FM catalog. Wild Rumours focuses on the apex Buckingham-Nicks era material, creating an authentic concert experience with dramatic crescendos and moments of quiet intimacy. The band, comprised of an all-star cast of Seattle-based musicians, takes liberty with the material, adding their personal stamp on some of the greatest pop music ever created.

Reserved seating tickets starting at $40 ($20 for students) will be available online or at the box office (509-529-6500) beginning May 15th. Want early access to tickets? Consider joining our +Power Club!

Letters From Max
2025-09-20 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-21 14:00 - 16:00
Letters from Max
By Sarah Ruhl
Based on the book by Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo
Gesa Power House Theatre proudly presents the live theater performance of Letters From Max, directed by Nancy Simon, on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 7PM, and Sunday, September 21, 2025 at 2PM. This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
“It’s a theatrical act of remembrance and a sacrament of grief, but it’s also a comedy… go see the play, and feel their relationship alive and tingling.” – The New York Times
“A lesson in how to love.”—The Arts Desk
This play is an adaptation of Sarah Ruhl and Max Ritvo’s 2018 epistolary book, Letters from Max. A Poet, a Teacher, a Friendship, this intimate, poetic play explores the relationship between Sarah and her former student, Max. With humor, lyricism and candor, the two friends share letters and poems as Max faces terminal illness and tests poetry’s capacity to put to words what otherwise feels ineffable.
“We’ll always know one another forever, however long ever is. And that’s all I want—is to know you forever.”
Letters From Max premiered off-broadway in 2023 at Signature Theater in New York City, directed by Kate Whoriskey and starring Jessica Hecht, Zane Pais, and Ben Edelman.
“Letters From Max” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com
Reserved tickets are available NOW starting at just $15, either online or via the Box Office at 509-529-6500. Want to receive early notice and access to ticket sales? Join the +Power Club (highest priority) or sign up for our email list (at the bottom of this page)!

The Lowdown
2025-09-23 19:00 - 21:30
PREMIERE! First Two Episodes of FX’s
The Lowdown
with Kyle MacLachlan, in-person
Gesa Power house Theatre is proud to welcome Kyle MacLachlan to Walla Walla for a special screening of the first two episodes of FX’s new show, The Lowdown, starring Ethan Hawke, Kyle MacLachlan, Keith David and more on Tuesday, September 23 at 7 pm.
Don’t miss your chance to attend this exclusive premiere with Kyle, known around these parts not only for his acting but also for his winemaking. A selection of Kyle’s Pursued by Bear wines will be available for purchase by the glass before the show.
The Lowdown – A determined bookstore owner in Tulsa moonlights as an investigative journalist, digging into local corruption. When his reporting uncovers sinister connections, he must protect both his family and the truth.
There is no fee for this event, but seating is limited, so reserve your seat today at phtww.org.

Jason Lyle Black
2025-09-26 19:00 - 21:00
On September 26, at 7 PM, Gesa Power House Theatre welcomes to the stage, Jason Lyle Black! This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
The Jason Lyle Black Electric Trio delivers a powerhouse concert experience, blending the sophistication of classical music with the energy and excitement of contemporary rock and film scores—all with live closeup cameras for a dazzling visual experience. Founded by internationally acclaimed pianist, bandleader, and composer Jason Lyle Black, the trio brings together virtuosic drums, guitar, and piano to reimagine the concert experience for modern audiences. Their signature show, From Blockbusters to Broadway: 100 Hits of Stage & Screen®, takes audiences on a fast-paced journey through 100 of the most iconic themes in music history—from Les Misérables and Phantom of the Opera to Star Wars and Pirates of the Caribbean, and from Queen, ACDC, and The Beatles, to Beethoven, Mozart, and Rachmananinoff. The show is presented as a series of high-energy medleys, plus closeup cameras and live projection, making “every seat in the house a front row seat”! This is a high energy instrumental spectacle that is not to be missed.

Jason Lyle Black is an internationally-acclaimed pianist, composer, and entertainer whose clever charisma and musical ingenuity has won fans all over the world. Black’s award-winning show, From Blockbusters to Broadway: 100 Hits of Stage & Screen® takes audiences on a fast-paced, thrilling journey through 100 iconic musical hits, from Phantom of the Opera to Pirates of the Caribbean, from Star Wars to Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, and more!
Black’s incredible artistry at the piano, combined with his unique charm and ability to connect with any audience, has made him one of the most booked instrumental pianists in America, having headlined theaters in more than 30 states across more than 100 presenting organizations and theaters. Black has been a jury-selected artist at numerous national arts conferences, including South Arts (Orlando), Arts Northwest (Spokane), Ohio Arts (Cleveland), Live on Stage (Nashville), and many more.
On social media, Jason Lyle Black is a viral superstar, with than 40 million music video views across YouTube, Facebook, and other platforms, as well as over 5 million streams of his albums and singles on Spotify. As an educator, Black created the “Four Note Piano” course, which accumulated over 100,000+ Instagram followers in just five months, making Black one of the most followed piano coaches in the world. Black has also worked as a piano coach to the stars, with clients ranging from CEOs to Academy Award winning movie stars.

Reserved seating tickets starting at $40 ($20 for students) will be available online or at the box office (509-529-6500) beginning May 15th. Want early access to tickets? Consider joining our +Power Club!

Fly Fishing Film Tour
2025-10-23 18:00 - 20:00
Please join host Washington Water Trust for a benefit screening of the 19th annual Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025. Doors open at 6 PM and films start at 7 PM. Tickets are now available online and will be sold at the theatre after 6 PM the day of the event.
Buy tickets today!
The Fly Fishing Film Tour is a roadshow of new fly fishing films that showcase the beauty, adventure, and excitement of the sport. It provides an opportunity for the fly fishing community to gather, share stories, and experience incredible films together. Check out the trailer: https://flyfilmtour.com/film/2025-fly-fishing-film-tour-official-trailer/
Washington Water Trust will also host a silent auction and a raffle with outdoor gear. Proceeds from this benefit screening support projects that restore water to rivers and streams from the San Juans to Walla Walla.
Learn more about WWT: https://www.washingtonwatertrust.org/

This event is a rental by Washington Water Trust. Want to rent the theater for your own event? Click here to learn more!

How Sweet It Is
2025-10-24 19:00 - 21:00
Gesa Power House Theatre is excited to welcome Steve Leslie for this How Sweet It Is! performance. Join us on Friday, October 24 at 7PM as the nostalgic sounds of James Taylor fill our theatre.
Grammy Award-winning songwriter and recording artist Steve Leslie performs the music of James Taylor in HOW SWEET IT IS!, an authentic and spellbinding concert event! Steve’s warm baritone and exceptional guitar technique (not to mention his uncanny resemblance) will have audiences singing along to such classics as “Carolina In My Mind,” “Shower the People,” “You’ve Got a Friend,” “Fire and Rain,” “Up On the Roof,” and many more. Based in Nashville and available to tour nationwide, HOW SWEET IT IS! is suited to presenters of all sizes, with scalable presentation options that deliver this great music at a number of different price points. Audiences are raving about HOW SWEET IT IS! and the level of genuine craftsmanship Steve Leslie brings to James Taylor’s incredible catalog of songs.

This program is supported, in part, by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission. This project is also supported in part by Creative West which receives support in part from the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.
Reserved seating tickets starting at $30 ($20 for students) will be available online or at the box office (509-529-6500) beginning August 15th. Want early access to tickets? Consider joining our +Power Club!
