“…the glamour and surprises are not in your face but on your plate…All Nordo’s show themes are prodigiously imaginative.”
“…the glamour and surprises are not in your face but on your plate…All Nordo’s show themes are prodigiously imaginative.” - Seattle Magazine
THE STORY
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This fall, we invite you to look deep into the cauldron and discover a reflection that is equal parts terrifying, hilarious and delicious. With a nod to the satires of Christopher Guest and Joss Whedon, The Witching Hour will bring out the monster in everyone.
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"The Witching Hour" is an immersive event that will transform their Pioneer Square brick-box dinner theater into the dark recesses of a library, where a gathering of self-styled occultists reading from an ancient text unleash five monsters – Harm, Loneliness, Failure, Filth and Chaos.
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At your table, elvish attendants will guide you through charms and spells with a "4 Curse" meal that invites you to look deep into the cauldron and fight your own nocturnal fears. Perfect for date night, the intimate 60 seat house of The Witching Hour is also a unique choice for your company party, anniversary, bachelorette or birthday.
THE MENU
Fruits of Above, Fruits of Below
Parsley potato soup and a choose your own adventure of Gruyere soup, mushroom soup, and herbs and spices. (Vegetarian, GF)
(v) Sesame Compressed Beet Tartare and Buckwheat Soba Noodles with Ginger, Lemongrass, and Tomato Water
The Siren’s Box
Tuna Tartare and Buckwheat Soba Noodles with Ginger, Lemongrass, and Tomato Water
(v) Sesame Compressed Beet Tartare and Buckwheat Soba Noodles with Ginger, Lemongrass, and Tomato Water
(v) Eye of the Goat Beans with Braised Butternut Squash, Parsnip Puree and Chanterelles
The Goat King and the Fairy Ring
Braised Goat with Parsnip Puree and Chanterelles
(v) Eye of the Goat Beans with Braised Butternut Squash, Parsnip Puree and Chanterelles
The Cure for Loneliness
Fall Spice Semifreddo, Pumpkin Cream, Deep Fried Pâte à Choux
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Vegetarian and gluten free option available. If you have other dietary restrictions or allergies we may be able to accommodate on a case-by-case basis. A surcharge may apply, as special diets require speciality ingredients and prep time. Email chefnordo@cafenordo.com at least 24 hours in advance of your arrival.
Available for purchase at "The Witching Hour" are two Wiccan Wine Flights, perfectly paired with each course. $25 for the Steward's Choice and $40 for the Sommelier's Choice.There is also an extensive a la carte beverage menu for your dining pleasure.
THE WINES
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STEWARD'S CHOICE:
Art and Science Symbiosis Apple Cider co-fermented with Johan Vineyards Gruner Veltliner
San Lorenzo Verdicchio “di Gino”
La Capranera Anglianco
Niepoort White Port
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SOMMELIER'S CHOICE:
Art and Science Quince Cider
Bow and Arrow Melon de Borgogne
Chateau L’Escart Bordeaux
Niepoort 10 Year Tawny Port
THE CREDITS
CAST
Steven
Keala Milles
Harm/Aleister
Cody Smith
Loneliness
Tatiana Pavela
Failure/Florence
Opal Peachey
Filth/Algernon
Tom Dang
William
Ronnie Hill
Chaos/Justin
Jesse Parce
MUSICIANS
Keyboard
Annastasia Workman
Horn
Evan Mosher
Cellist
Rachel Beaver
ARTISTIC TEAM
Playwright | Set Design
Terry Podgorski
Director | Food Design, Executive Chef
Erin Brindley
Composer + Music Director
Annastasia Workman
Stage Manager
Bridget McCarty
Costume Design
Fantasia Rose + Indira Schlag
Lighting Design
Emily Leong
Sound Design
Evan Mosher
Properties
Robin Macartney