The Week Ahead
October 6, 2025
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Bainbridge Island has a way of turning an ordinary week into something worth slowing down for. With fall in full swing, the island’s cultural calendar is packed with events that remind us why this community values creativity in all its forms — whether that’s visual art, classic cinema, or the joy of a play that refuses to go according to plan.
From museum galleries to darkened theaters, October brings together artists, filmmakers, and performers who share one thing in common: a love of storytelling. This week, three standout events showcase that spirit — each distinct in tone, but all united by their ability to connect people through shared experience.
At the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, Día de los Muertos and Beyond II opens the conversation with color, culture, and reflection. The exhibition pairs established Latine and Hispanic artists with student projects from Bainbridge classrooms, honoring both heritage and imagination. It’s an invitation to celebrate life and memory — to look at how traditions evolve and endure through art. The show’s mix of contemporary works and traditional ofrendas creates a bridge between worlds, and between generations, that feels both grounded and uplifting.
Midweek, film lovers get their turn as the Island Film Group screens The Curse of Frankenstein (1957), a Hammer Horror classic that redefined gothic storytelling for a new era. The group’s monthly gatherings have become a local tradition, offering not just a movie but a space for conversation — a chance to dig into what makes a story endure. In October, that story happens to be about ambition, morality, and the monster we make when we reach too far. It’s perfect for the season: dark, stylish, and a reminder that even the oldest tales can still spark new discussions.
And if the week needs one more dose of creative energy, look no further than The Play That Goes Wrong, running all month under the direction of Ken Michels. Where the museum celebrates reflection and the film group stirs curiosity, this production delivers unrestrained laughter. It’s a master class in comic timing and theatrical chaos — the kind of performance that makes you appreciate both the courage and the absurdity of live theater. Watching things fall apart has rarely been this satisfying.
Together, these events capture what makes Bainbridge Island’s arts scene so special: its willingness to take risks, to experiment, and to invite everyone in. Whether you’re stepping into a gallery, settling into a movie seat, or laughing in a crowded theater, each experience offers a different perspective on creativity — one that’s shaped by community as much as craft.
This week isn’t just about attending events. It’s about participating in the island’s ongoing conversation between art and audience, past and present, chaos and beauty. Bainbridge doesn’t just showcase culture — it lives it. And that’s something worth celebrating, one story at a time.
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Día de los Muertos and Beyond II
The Bainbridge Island Museum of Art (BIMA) is once again bridging cultures and communities with its new exhibition, “Día de los Muertos and Beyond II.” Running from October 3 through November 16, 2025, this show combines contemporary art with the vibrant traditions of Día de los Muertos, creating an experience that feels both reflective and alive.
At the heart of the exhibition is the museum’s annual Día de los Muertos ofrenda, a traditional altar honoring loved ones who have passed. This year, the ofrenda is surrounded by works from Latine and Hispanic artists whose perspectives stretch across generations and geographies—but who share a connection to the Puget Sound region. Together, their work explores how life and death coexist, and how memory shapes identity.
The show features pieces from celebrated artists Alfredo Arreguín, Janine Courtemanche, and Araceli Cruz, each bringing a distinct visual language. Arreguín’s patterned paintings evoke nature, folklore, and cultural duality. Courtemanche brings a modern sensibility to traditional motifs, while Cruz’s pieces blend color, symbolism, and personal storytelling. Seen together, their works form a dialogue between history and the present—between the sacred and the everyday.
Adding another layer of community connection, local Bainbridge Island school classrooms have contributed collaborative art projects to the exhibition. These student works interpret the themes of remembrance and renewal in playful, thoughtful ways, underscoring how cultural traditions evolve through new generations.
The exhibition’s setting—the MESA Gallery and Lovelace Gallery—offers visitors a chance to wander between professional and student perspectives, between the individual and collective expressions of identity. While rooted in the Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos, the show’s broader message resonates far beyond: that creativity and remembrance can bring people together across boundaries.
Whether you come to admire the art, learn about the cultural roots of Día de los Muertos, or simply reflect on your own connections to those who came before you, “Día de los Muertos and Beyond II” offers a thoughtful, welcoming space to do so. It’s less about mourning and more about celebrating the ongoing conversation between life and legacy.
Cost, tickets and logistics:
October 3-November 16, 2025
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art 550 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Full details here
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Island Film Group: The Curse of Frankenstein (1957)
Bainbridge Island’s movie lovers have a treat in store this month. On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, the Island Film Group continues its monthly series with a screening of the Hammer Horror classic The Curse of Frankenstein (1957). The event runs from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m., and as always, it will be followed by an informal group discussion — a perfect mix of cinema appreciation and community conversation.
Each month, the Island Film Group gathers to explore a different film, spanning genres and eras. This October, the choice feels right at home with the season: a gothic, moody tale that helped redefine horror in the 20th century. Directed by Terence Fisher and written by Jimmy Sangster, The Curse of Frankenstein marked a turning point in how audiences viewed the story of Victor Frankenstein and his ill-fated creation.
Released in 1957, this British adaptation was Hammer Studios’ first color horror film — and it didn’t shy away from bold visuals or psychological tension. Starring Peter Cushing as the ambitious Baron Victor Frankenstein and Christopher Lee as the tragic creature, the film launched both actors into horror film legend. Cushing’s controlled intensity and Lee’s haunting physical presence brought new life (and menace) to characters that had already been part of cinema’s history for decades.
What makes The Curse of Frankenstein endure is not just its macabre charm, but the way it captures moral ambiguity. Frankenstein is not a simple villain or hero — he’s driven by intellect and obsession, and the film’s tension comes from watching how far he’ll go in his pursuit of discovery. With a runtime of just 83 minutes, the story wastes no time in drawing viewers into its shadowy laboratories and grand ambitions gone wrong.
After the screening, attendees can stay to share their thoughts on the film’s themes, its influence on modern horror, and its place in the Hammer legacy. The discussions are casual, inclusive, and always full of lively opinions — whether you’re a seasoned film buff or just love a good monster story.
Cost, tickets and logistics:
Wednesday, October 8, 7-9:30
Bainbridge Public Library, 1270 Madison Ave. N. Bainbridge Island WA 98110
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The Play That Goes Wrong
If laughter really is the best medicine, Bainbridge Island audiences are in for a full dose this October. From October 3 through 26, 2025, the island’s stage will host The Play That Goes Wrong, a wildly funny farce directed by Ken Michels that proves sometimes failure is the most entertaining success of all.
Described as part Monty Python, part Sherlock Holmes, and entirely chaotic, this Olivier Award–winning comedy follows a hapless theater troupe attempting to perform a classic 1920s murder mystery. The only problem? Everything that can go wrong, does — spectacularly. Set pieces collapse, cues are missed, props vanish, and the actors gamely charge ahead as if nothing’s amiss. What results is a glorious trainwreck of timing, physical comedy, and pure commitment to the bit.
First performed in London’s West End before becoming an international sensation, The Play That Goes Wrong is the brainchild of the Mischief Theatre Company, known for turning theatrical mishaps into high art. Its genius lies in the precision beneath the chaos: every “mistake,” pratfall, and collapsing wall is carefully choreographed to look accidental. The humor lands not only because of the slapstick but because the performers’ earnestness makes their determination to keep the show going utterly endearing.
Under Michels’ direction, this local production promises the same blend of heart and hilarity that has made the play a global favorite. Expect clever staging, exaggerated performances, and enough physical comedy to keep the audience laughing from start to finish. It’s theater that celebrates imperfection — and invites everyone to enjoy the beautiful mess of live performance.
While The Play That Goes Wrong is suitable for most audiences, it’s recommended for ages 10 and up due to its energetic slapstick and occasional loud sound effects. Younger theatergoers, though, will likely find the antics as irresistible as the adults.
Whether you’re a longtime theater lover or just in the mood for a night of laughter, this production offers a reminder that sometimes the best way to handle disaster is to embrace it — with style, good humor, and a stiff upper lip.
Because in this show, the only thing that doesn’t go wrong is how much fun you’ll have watching it all fall apart.
Cost, tickets and logistics:
Friday, October 10, 2025
Bainbridge Performing Arts 200 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
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