Marcie Sillman's weekend culture picks // March 1

As the saying goes, March is roaring in like a lion on the cultural front. Here are recommendations for this weekend.

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riday March 1:

Seattle Children’s Theatre continues public performances of “The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane,” the story of a toy, china rabbit and the little girl who owns him. The play is suitable for audiences aged 6 and up.

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riday March 1:

Seattle’s ACT Theatre presents preview performances of a brand new production of William Shakespeare’s tragedy “Romeo and Juliet.” The bilingual production will be performed in spoken English and American Sign Language and stars Joshua Castille and Gabriella O’Fallon in the title roles.

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aturday March 2:

Ailey II Dance at Tacoma’s Pantages Theater. Ailey II is the younger troupe affiliated with the internationally known Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. It’s a chance to see up-and-coming young dancers perform contemporary choreography. Also Sunday, March 3rd, 3 p.m.

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aturday March 2: Photographic Center Northwest’s 22nd annual juried show is on view through the middle of the month. It features work submitted by photographers from around the world, as well as Puget Sound artists.

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