Who are you?
I’m Allan. By day, I am a Seattle-based mild-mannered healthcare technology professional in the oncology space. And by night, I am a theatre reviewer with an insatiable appetite for the performing arts. What started as a college vow to see a show every week has evolved into a dedicated critical pursuit. I currently attend over 100 theatrical performances a year.
Why did you make this website?
While major Broadway tours get the lion’s share of press and public attention, I created this platform because independent, local theater deserves the spotlight too.
National tours like Wicked or Hamilton are undeniably spectacular, but there is an entirely different magic happening right in our own backyard that often goes unpublicized. I want to show audiences that you don’t need to fly to the Big Apple or see major touring productions to experience top-tier theater. For example, I attended a local Seattle production of Murder Ballad with an audience of only ten people. It was such a breathtaking, intimate piece of theatre that I bought a ticket to see it again with my coworkers. I can’t say the same for many major Broadway or touring shows. My goal is to guide readers to those exact hidden gems. I’ve done my job if your favorite musical isn’t a tired overhyped pumpkin-spiced-latte-basic show like Wicked or Hamilton.
What’s your favorite musical?
That’s a tough call. If I had to narrow down my favorite musicals, it would be a tie between two total polar opposites: the emotional depth of Next to Normal and the high-energy brilliance of Legally Blonde.
Will you review my show?
If you would like me to cover your upcoming run, please reach out. I am happy to provide an honest, constructive review in exchange for a standard pair of press comp tickets. Center seats would be great, but definitely not a requirement. 🙂
What should I see this weekend?
Check out the Shows I’ve Seen calendar.
Will you add my show to your website calendar?
To add a new event, please complete this form.
I don’t agree with your review.
Theatre is deeply subjective, and I’d love to debate. If you have a different take on a show I’ve reviewed, leave a comment on my social media channels so we can discuss it!
How can I get a hold of you?
Email me at “contact {AT} showsiveseen <D0T> com” for press releases, review requests, or general inquiries.