According to Wikipedia, "The bathhouse was built in 1927 next to an outdoor swimming area with concrete steps leading into the water. A lifeguard station and boat were built next to this area in 1930 after several drownings in 1929. The bathhouse is now home to the Seattle Public Theater at the Bathhouse, a small but popular venue for plays."
The building was much smaller than I expected, but it made for a very comfortable and homey setting. Built only a few yards from the water, the exterior of the theater is an old-timey brick facade surrounded by trees, lawns, and part of the 2.8-mile long running path that encircles Greenlake. It was really quite a beautiful scene.
The interior of the Bathhouse was that kind of small that would seem cramped if it wasn't such a cool Seattle-y joint.
The stage built for this show was interesting; a white-washed stage with a backdrop made of wedding dresses evoked the importance of the actual ceremony of weddings in modern society.
The play was multi-faceted, primarily focusing on a mother's descent into Alzheimer's disease, but also looking at gay relationships, the bond between children and their parents, and spouses dealing with losing their loved ones. Deep.
The night was well spent. The show was beautifully acted, the venue was charming, and the company was extremely hot.
A chunk of Greenlake, visible from right behind the Bathhouse.
The Seattle Public Theater at the Bathhouse.
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