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Children's Theater Company for all ages since 1995!

                                                                     

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An Original Musical Adaptation by Bob Gribas & Angela Rinaldi-Gribas.   Fun for the whole family!

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About variety plus

  Founded in 1995 by creative duo Bob Gribas and 

Angela Rinaldi-Gribas, Variety Plus brings together youth and adults in a supportive, multi-generational ensemble, celebrating diversity, creativity, and mutual respect. Through original musical adaptations and inclusive productions, participants build confidence, develop skills, and create lasting memories — both on stage and behind the scenes.

 Variety Plus Theater: 

Celebrating 30 Years of Musical Theater Magic

For three decades, Variety Plus has been bringing classic children's tales to life through original musical adaptations. We take pride in casting hundreds of young performers and adults—often entire families—who share the stage in our lively productions. With your support, we can continue creating high-quality theatrical experiences for Seattle audiences of all ages. Together, we can keep the magic of live theater alive for generations to come!

Auditions for a Drama/ Dance Production!

 Ages 7 -16


Sunday, January 10, 2027 

1;00 pm  

Dance Fremont

8420 Greenwood Ave. N.

Seattle, WA 98103

peter pan an Original Musical Auditions!

Sunday, March 7th, 2027

Dance Fremont

8420 Greenwood Ave. N.

Seattle,  WA  98103

1:00 pm & 4:00 pm


Youth and adults

 WRITTEN & DIRECTED BY BOB GRIBAS

ORIGINAL MUSIC BY ANGELA RINALDI-GRIBAS



"I can't tell you what a joy it's been to participate in a Variety Plus production with my daughter. Bob and Angela are great. 

Community theater, and family musical theater at its finest."  

John Lalonde, Pinocchio Cast Member 

Variety Plus Shows

Variety Plus Theater has written and produced 

over 25 Original Musicals including: 

 

Sleeping Beauty, Pinocchio, Jack & the Beanstalk, Snow White. 

Aladdin's Lamp, Wizard of Oz, Beauty & the Beast, Cinderella, 

Hansel & Gretel, Alice in Wonderland, Red Riding Hood, Robyn Hood, 

Peter Pan, The Pied Piper, Rumpelstiltskin, Emperor's New Clothes, 

Babes in Toyland, Frog Prince, Hercules, Rip Van Winkle, 

The Trial of Goldilocks, The Odyssey to Excalibur, 

The Patchwork Girl of Oz and The Bremen Town Musicians, 

Snow Queen,  Petrocinella, Puss in Boots., The Ugly Duckling and The 3 Pigs,


Shows are available for School and Community Productions

All of the shows are expandable for small to large cast productions.


Please contact us below for Pricing and More Information

Who is Variety Plus Theater?

  Founded in 1995 by creative duo Bob Gribas and Angela Rinaldi-Gribas, Variety Plus brings together youth and adults in a supportive, 

multi-generational ensemble, celebrating diversity, creativity, and mutual respect. 

Through original musical adaptations and inclusive productions, 

participants build confidence, develop skills, and create lasting memories — both on stage and behind the scenes.

Bob and Angela bring over 35 years of experience in the performing arts, having toured throughout the U.S. and Canada 

with renowned organizations such as Missoula Children's Theatre, Prairie Fire Children’s Theatre, and Small Change Theatre. 

They've also led programs and productions with respected institutions including Seattle Children's Theatre, 

Youth Theatre Northwest, and Spectrum Dance Theater.

To date, they have written, directed, and produced over 30 original musical adaptations of classic tales — 

including Cinderella, Alice in Wonderland, The Wizard of Oz, The Odyssey to Excalibur, Snow Queen, Pinocchio, and many more. 

These productions not only entertain but serve as a platform for youth and adults to learn, grow, and shine together.

For more information, Inquire at: info@varietyplus.org. 

  

Mission Statement:

Variety Plus offers young people, adults and families the opportunity to perform in a diverse, multi-generational cast, fostering a positive theatrical experience and a confidence-building ensemble rooted in mutual respect.