It is easy to get so used to traditional theatrical storytelling that when presented with a non-traditional storytelling discipline, a momentary sense of discombobulation will overtake one's perceptions. However, with a little perseverance and focus, it is quite easy to gain a foothold and find a thread that engages. Rachel Hynes' Tale of a Tiger is a work that rewards the audience nicely if they're able to just take a breath and relax.
Rachel Hynes' Tale of a Tiger: An Impressionistic Dark Fable
Lights Up On...Rachel Hynes & A Tale of a Tiger
An interview with Rachel Hynes, solo performer, and half of the creative team behind The Helsinki Syndrome. Seattlest speaks to Hynes about the status of Helsinki Syndrome, whether it is artistically desirable to live in Seattle and the genesis of her latest project.
This Week In Theater: Sketch, Tiger, Mating Adventures, Diversity and Women's 14/48
Arts Editor Jose Amador's weekly tour of the Theater companies who are beginning their production's run during the week ahead. This week features new solo work from an experimental performance artist, a sketch show from one of Seattle's newer groups, and the world's quickest theater festival, 14/48, who have decided to make this summer's offering a battle of the sexes.
Helsinki Syndrome Remixes Oscar Wilde
"I think the thing is, we want to alienate people, but at the same time, we don't want to alienate people," said Rachel Hynes, sitting in the courtyard in from of Crawl Space Gallery last weekend. "Like, maybe I'd like to say: 'Come. If you want. We don't, like, care what anybody thinks, and if you don't like it, walk out. That would make me happy.' But then I'm like, 'Oh! That makes me sound so angry!'"
Java Joints of Jet City: C&P Coffee Company
Rachel Hynes is a former barista and yet still enjoys spending time in espresso places. She reviews them for us.
Java Joints of Jet City: Katy's Corner Cafe
Rachel Hynes is a former barista and yet still enjoys spending time in espresso places. She will review them. This is her third such review.
Java Joints of Jet City: Pettirosso
Rachel Hynes is a former barista and yet still enjoys spending time in espresso places. She will review them. This is her second such review.
Java Joints of Jet City: Joe Bar
Rachel Hynes is a former barista and yet still enjoys spending time in espresso places. She will review them. This is her first such review.

