I am willing to bet that neither of us have ever scene a musical devoted to corn until Shucked. And while I didn’t stalk all the reviews to see exactly what the experience was going to be before I went, I knew it is a comedy about a town built around corn that has an unfortunate corn shortage and needs to be saved and somehow this plot leads to a love story too. This was definitely the recipe for a fantastic and creative musical. There were catchy songs- it was nominated for a Tony for best original score (music/and or lyrics)-and corny lines, heartfelt performances, fun choreography and the over the top theatrical scenes you often expect in a musical so I really enjoyed this one.
Shucked will be in Seattle from November 4th-November 9th 2025 and then it will head on to the rest of its North American Tour. (If you love Broadway musicals like Shucked and want to make sure the next Broadway in Seattle shows are on your radar, I have the 2025/2026 season’s shows and performance dates listed in this post.)
Can kids come to Shucked?
Shucked has a recommended age of 10+ for adult themes, language and innuendo and I feel like this was appropriate (there are some lines that would probably go over younger kids’ heads but also I wouldn’t want to explain them. And for reference about what I’m comfortable seeing with my kids- I recently went to see Adam Sandler without them and while the show is recommended for 16+ and pretty hilarious, and I almost brought my 17 year olds to try for a fun “family experience” I am more than glad that I did not take them- it would have been cringy to watch it together and none of us would have had a good time.)
What is the run time of Shucked the musical?
Shucked is expected to run 2 hours and 15 minutes including an intermission. (I love when the run time for a musical is 2 hours and 30 minutes or less-this feels like a manageable length for a musical)
Are there Shucked musical discounts?
Make sure you are following STGpresents for Paramount Theatre discounts and updates. I spotted on their instagram that there are Rush tickets available. This means that based on limited availability and first come first serve, there will be some $35 tickets 60 minutes before the performance at the Paramount Theatre box office. You need ID and only two tickets can be purchased per ID and it’s cash or credit. Again, always check for sure with the instagram or website before you go for updates to make sure you don’t waste your time.
Pre-theatre dining ideas near the Paramount Theatre
I almost don’t want to tell you that my favorite pre-theatre spot is the Carlile Room before a show because it’s been more lined up lately and you (and I) actually probably should make a reservation. But the Carlile Room is literally across the street and often has theme-y drinks and foods to match the Broadway shows and I love their menu so it’s perfect. There is also a Dough Zone really close by and that one gets lined up too so make sure you put your name in ASAP or get to the theatre early if you want to make sure you get a spot.
I also often like to park at Pacific Place for Broadway in Seattle shows at the Paramount Theatre shows. So Din Tai Fung and HaiDiLao Hot Pot are both there too. Both of these also usually have reservation options so I’d make a reservation if you can as well. The last time we tried to walk up for Din Tai Fung before a show we did not get in.
Pike Place Market restaurants are about 15 minutes away too so they are a little more of a walk but also I do love being at Pike Place Market for dinner before a show. Maximillien, Matts in the Market , Cafe Campagne and Pink Door are a few lovely options in the market you could try.
And for this show, we ate at Neb which is also about a 12-15 minute walk away and it was our first time there (it’s in the old Serious Pie space but still a part of Tom Douglas restaurants) and we really enjoyed our cozy meal. Neb is also part of Seattle Restaurant week for 2025 and this is going on through November 8th this year.
For something decently quick before a show, I try to get to Xian Noodles in Westlake Center (it usually closes about 30 minutes before the show starts) for their tomato egg noodle but I’ve missed it a few times now, so I feel like this is something I need to go back to for lunch.
I was invited to the November 4th show at the Paramount Theatre in Seattle as media for the purpose of this review.
Terumi Pong is a Seattle-based family travel writer and mom of twin teenage boys. She loves coffee and pastries, shopping local and looking for greener ways to live. She is also known as Scout’s mom (Scout is a 5ish pound little black yorkie-poo)
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