France: Aurélia Thierrée Aurélia's Oratorio  SICF, in partnership with Seattle Repertory Theatre, presents this very special pre-Festival event. A remarkable display of stage illusion and circus theater spectacle directed by Victoria Thierrée Chaplin.
		Opening Night Celebration Live from Planet Earth - An International Variety Show! This one-of-a-kind world premiere party is a don’t-miss event!  Four festival favorites, food and fun!
		Australia:  Circa - Also in Tacoma! 46 Circus Acts in 45 Minutes - U.S. Premiere Three intrepid acrobats race against the clock toward a land speed record for fun! Also see Circa's The Space Between, part of Seattle International Nights.
		West Africa: Amazones – Women Master Drummers of Guinea - Also in Tacoma! Pounding enthusiasm and intensity, rhythmic virtuosity and an energetic message of peace and optimism.
		U.K./Palestine:  Reem Kelani  Her engaging stage presence, angelic voice and sparkling wit, chart the cultural terrain of Arab music with a mix of traditional and contemporary songs. Also see Reem Kelani in Global Divas, part of Seattle International Nights.
		Colombia:  Petrona Martinez - Also in Tacoma! One of the world’s most authentic Afro-Colombian voices, with a fresh and uninhibited style, sprightly dancing and highly percussive sound. Also see Petrona Martinez in Global Divas, part of Seattle International Nights.
		Japan:  Jo Taira - Also in Tacoma! Dream Journey - U.S. Premiere Jo uses his whole body, emotional expression and anything he can get his hands on - toys, dolls, household objects - to enchant young and old alike.
		Israel:  Nephesh Theatre Company  One of a Kind – Andargee An award-winning comedy/drama with music and multi-media animation that tells the inspirational story of one family and its dreams of a better world.
		Germany:  Puppentheater Halle  King Thrushbeard A classic Grimm’s fairy tale is sculpted to life in the hands of two master puppeteers!
		Italy:  Teatro di Piazza o d’Occasione (TPO) children cheering carpet - The Japanese Garden An interactive, multi-media environment that represents a revolution in theatre and storytelling!
		USA:  Savannah Fuentes Flamenco  SICF World Premiere Commission   Seattle Seville Return A native daughter teams with a brilliant young guitarist and a sensational singer to share their talent and passion for Spain’s signature dance. Also see Savannah Fuentes in Global Divas, part of Seattle International Nights.
		USA: Mariachi Huenatchi  One Show Only!  The highest quality, most authentic representation of Mariachi this side of the Rio Grande.
		USA: Orkestar Zirkonium One Show Only!  Celebratory, Balkan-inspired music with rollicking arrangements and expert musicianship.
		USA:  Huayin Performing Arts Group One Show Only!  Elegant court and folk dances from various ethnic groups across the massive Chinese landscape; dazzling costumes and martial arts expertise.
		World Samplers - Performing Arts from the four corners of the globe!   An easy, comfortable and affordable way to enjoy multiple cultures in one fun-filled show.
		World Sampler - Africa Gansango Music & Dance - Eritrean Youth Dance Group of Seattle and Amazones – Women Master Drummers of Guinea
		World Sampler - Latin America  Correo Aereo, Petrona Martinez and Mariachi Huenatchi
		World Sampler - Asia  Kabuki Academy, Filipiniana Dance Company, and Huayin Performing Arts Group
		World Sampler - Europe The Comerford Dancers, Savannah Fuentes Flamenco and Orkestar Zirkonium
		World Music Party co-presented with Town Hall Family Concert Series One show only! Palestinian diva Reem Kelani teams up with Petrona Martinez and her Afro-Colombian virtuosi in a world music double-bill.

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